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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Thinking about doing a PhD in Black Religious Studies? ⁠ ⁠ This is your final call to join the BIP programme this year with the Centre for Black Theology. Apply by Wednesday 30 September.⁠ queens.jotform.com/221251806181...
On this promotional flyer, the logo for the "Centre for Black Theology" at The Queen's Foundation is centered at the top. On the righ, a Black person is shown from the chest up. They are wearing a formal black robe, a bright red velvet doctoral cap with long gold tassels. The background is a soft-focus, textured grey surface.Large, bold white text to the right reads, "BRIDGING INTO PhD,"  The text continues in larger font: "BLACK RELIGIOUS STUDIES." Underneath this, a smaller line of text reads, "academic and personal preparation for doctoral studies."Near the bottom, a white capsule shape contains the black text, "Closing date 30 Sept 2026.", followed by a QR code and the invitation to apply at www.queens.ac.uk/bip
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Bookings are now open for the Robert Beckford Lecture 2026! Visit www.queens.ac.uk/RBL26
An official flyer for The Robert Beckford Lecture 2026 hosted by The Queen's Foundation.
The flyer features a large photo of the speaker, Dr William Ackah (Reader in Social Sciences and African Diaspora Studies, Birkbeck University of London), wearing a brightly patterned garment. A smaller, monochrome photo of Robert Beckford appears in the top-left corner.The lecture is titled "The Blacker than Saka Effect: Theological Necessities in the Face of Black Diasporic Realities in Britain."Event details listed on the flyer:Date: Thursday, 22nd October 2026Time: 7:30pm (UK) with arrivals, refreshments, and networking starting at 6:15pmLocation: The Queen's Foundation, Somerset Road, Birmingham, B15 2QDTickets: £12 (Limited places, booking in advance essential)
A red badge in the bottom-left reads "BOOK NOW" next to a QR code and a web address: www.queens.ac.uk/RBL26.
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Looking back on their time at Queen’s, our leavers reflect on what makes this community so special: discovering new perspectives, exploring theology in fresh and exciting ways, growing in faith, and forming lifelong relationships.
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
We are delighted to share news of the appointment of the Revd Steve Muneza as the new Director of Anglican Formation at The Queen’s Foundation. www.queens.ac.uk/about-us/art...
A photo of a smiling Revd Steve Muneza wearing a grey/navy outfit, with a city in the blurred background.
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Queen's is looking for a Director of Anglican Formation who is passionate about training and forming God‘s people for ministry in today’s world and church. Please share this key vacancy with your networks. Application deadline: 20th May 2026 For more info, please visit www.queens.ac.uk/vacancies
A recruitment flyer for The Queen's Foundation featuring the Queen's cross in the foreground with a bright sunburst effect at its centre. In the background, the brick chapel and teaching building sit on a green lawn under a blue sky. The text on the flyer reads: Join the Team, Director of Anglican Formation 
Bottom: The Queen's Foundation logo and website (www.queens.ac.uk/vacancies)
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
It was such a joy to have Revd Stephanie Spellers with us here at Queens for a few days this week! During her time at Queen's, Stephanie shared in worship and mealtimes conversations with staff, students and families. #mission #evangelism #theology
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
We can't wait to meet you! Queen’s is a unique community and a very special place to train for ministry. If you are exploring your options for ordination training in The Church of England, we look forward to welcoming you to our next open day on Saturday, 9 May.
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
Happy Easter from those of us gathered at Queen's this weekend! It's been wonderful to share in reflection & worship with students who've been here for the week-long Spirituality and Discipleship programme. Once again we raise the shout of joy - Alleluia, Christ is risen! #HappyEaster
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Listen up - today's younger generations have a prophecy for the church of tomorrow. www.queens.ac.uk/events/c-tom...
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
The Centre for Black Theology is excited to offer new places on its highly regarded Taster Course, designed to give candidates an introductory experience of theological studies focusing on the historical and contemporary experiences of global majority heritage people www.queens.ac.uk/study-routes...
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Nurture your ministry and discipleship with an accredited Online Taster Course. Take your first step with an affordable and flexible undergraduate or postgraduate module. 👉 www.queens.ac.uk/study-routes...
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Join the Centre for Black Theology on Saturday, 21st March 2026, for an engaging online Open Day Event at 1 pm. 🗓 Saturday, 21st March 2026 ⏰ 1 pm – 3 pm (UK time) 📍 Online bit.ly/OpenDay-March2026
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
We look forward to the launch of The Asian Theology Forum (ATF) this Thursday. Register now to attend in person or via Zoom: www.queens.ac.uk/events/asian...
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
Are you a potential ordinand looking to train primarily through online classes while remaining based in your own context? Come and discover why Queen's flexible part-time ordination pathways can be ideal for those with existing commitments in their own context. www.queens.ac.uk/AnglicanOpen...
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
The much anticipated clerical clothing fair is back! All local clergy and friends are welcome to browse, try on, order custom items and find fabulous gifts ideas. Come along On Friday and Saturday 6th-7th March 2026
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Thinking about ordination training? If you are in conversation with your DDO about ordination training, join us on Saturday, 14 March, to discover how Queen's can support you. www.queens.ac.uk/AnglicanOpen...
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
It was a joy to welcome Bishop Saju on campus last Tuesday. Throughout the day, The Rt Reverend Saju Muthulaly, Bishop of Loughborough, met with students and staff, engaging in rich conversation on the vital theme of intercultural mission.⁠
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Many congratulations to Queen’s former student, Revd Prof. C. I. David Joy on his election as President of the Senate of Serampore College, one of the most influential roles in Indian theological education. #LeadingTheWay #Theology #Ministry #Mission
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
We are seeking a skilled administrator to support the Centre for Black Theology (CBT) and the Racial Justice (RJ) Project. Please share this opportunity with your networks. 📅Closing date: 8 January 2026 For more info, please visit www.queens.ac.uk/vacancies
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Former students, colleagues and friends are invited to an opportunity to say our thanks and farewells to two colleagues who have given much to the life of Queen’s and whom we will miss enormously: Mark Earey and Ian Bush. queens.jotform.com/253282802941...
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Join the Centre for Black Theology next Saturday, 29 November, 1pm - 4pm, for an online Open Day event. ✍️Register in advance: queens-ac-uk.zoom.us/meeting/regi... For more information, email: cbt@queens.ac.uk
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Why not offer someone a gift that truly matters? A gift that will be transformative for their discipleship or ministry and deepen their faith through theological learning The Gift of Theology! ℹ️ For more info, visit: www.queens.ac.uk/give-the-gift/ 🛒 Visit our new gift shop: bit.ly/gift-shop-th...
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
As we join others across the country in celebrating Inter Faith Week, we were delighted to welcome members of the Birmingham Faith Leaders’ Group to Queen’s.
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Training opportunity - All are welcome: Unlocking the Bible in Urban Communities. 📅2nd December ⏲️10:00am to 3:30pm 📍The Queen's Foundation, Birmingham 👉️Book Now: office@unlock-urban.org.uk
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Join us LIVE on Monday, 3rd November for the premiere viewing of the inaugural Robert Beckford Lecture and a special online Q&A with Professor Robert Beckford. #RobertBeckfordLecture #TheQueensFoundation #FaithAndJustice #Theology #HistoryInTheMaking
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Creativity as a Path to Spiritual Growth Earlier this month, we spent an inspiring evening exploring what it means to think like a creative, and how creativity can deepen our spirituality and discipleship.
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Nicaea 2025 This year marks the 1700th anniversary of the first Ecumenical Council under Emperor Constantine in 325 AD. From 24th to 28th October, the World Council of Churches is convening a global Christian conference, Nicaea 2025, in Egypt, under the theme "Where Now for Visible Unity?"
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
New short course alert! In this new 15-hour online course, discover what Christian tradition says about being human and living your best life. Info and registration: www.queens.ac.uk/creatures-ea...
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
BOOKINGS CLOSED Due to high demand, we have now reached full capacity for the inaugural Robert Beckford Lecture on Thursday, 23 October, 7:30 pm. If you would like to attend but were not able to secure a place, please email us at registry@queens.ac.uk to be added to the waiting list for this event.
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
It is a countdown to our new annual event, the Robert Beckford Lecture, marking Black History Month and thirty years of pioneering scholarship in Black theology. queens.jotform.com/252553830352... #blackhistorymonth #biblicalscholar
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
We were delighted to welcome Bishop Michael Volland, Bishop of Birmingham and Bishop Esther Prior, Suffragan Bishop of Aston, to Queen’s yesterday.
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
She arrived at Queen's 28 years ago for three months...and the rest is history. This September, we bid farewell to Dr Nicola Slee as she formally entered retirement. We pray for this new season of her life and look forward to welcoming her back to Queen's in the near future and in new ways.
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
BOOKINGS NOW OPEN bit.ly/Beckford2025 On Thursday, 23 October, 7:30 pm, join us for the inaugural Robert Beckford Lecture: “Where Do We Go from Here? A ‘Fass’ Christianity for a time of ‘Ginnal.” For more information, please visit www.queens.ac.uk/blackhistory...
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
It's official - Our new first years are on a roll! Over the past couple of weeks, we were delighted to welcome our new students for their induction. Please join us in praying for new friendships, life-changing learning, and a flourishing journey in their discipleship and ministry.
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
All are welcome to this striking art exhibition by visual artist Eddy Aigbe at The Queen's Foundation, from Tuesday 7 to Thursday 9 October 2025. Info and free tickets: www.queens.ac.uk/blackhistory...
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
The symposium created space not only to engage with this important research but also to share experiences and good practice, and reflect on how TEIs can support every ordinand, allowing them to flourish in their training and ministry. Find out more here: www.queens.ac.uk/neurodiverge...
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
Grab a free ticket to this online conference by Sacred Cyphers and sponsored by Christian Aid: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Bashy's 'Being Poor is Expensive' an album that dives into culture, religion, politics, history and urban Britain. With Keynotes from Dr Monique Charles and Dr James Broad
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
Come and explore the fully funded MA in Theology and Transformative Practice, a 3-year programme designed to empower UKME/GMH individuals to become theological educators and leaders in the life of the church. Register now 👉 bit.ly/RJOpenDay
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
Start your transformative experience this September! If you are looking to study theology towards a Certificate, BA, Diploma, or MA, Online or on campus, get in touch today. Our admissions team will be delighted to assist you. 👉️www.queens.ac.uk/studentenquiry
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
Online Open Evening⁠ We look forward to welcoming prospective online learners at our online gathering tomorrow, Tuesday 22 July, 7 pm. ⁠ ⁠ Join us to explore our online community and discover what studying on an undergraduate or postgraduate course online might look and feel like for you.⁠
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
Queen's Dr Nicola Slee and Dr Mabel Alkali at the #BIAPT #Conference 2025 'From Age to Age: Practical Theology through the Life Cycle'
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
There is still time to register for a September start on the Queen's Online university-validated awards (Theology Ministry and Mission). Experience flexible online courses in an innovative format. Explore undergraduate and postgraduate options at queens.ac.uk/Online
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
Congratulations to Queen's student Gemma Ferrier, ordained #deacon at Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford on Saturday. #NewRevs oxforddiocese.bsky.social
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
The President of the International Thomas Merton Society mertoncenter.bsky.social announced that Queen's tutor Gary Hall will receive an international award for 'a significant contribution on an international level to the promotion of Merton's writings and the presentation of his ideas'
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Congratulations to Queen's students Imogen Smith, Julie Smith, James Butter, Emma Hammond, and Laura Edwards, ordained #deacon at Litchfield Cathedral on Saturday, 28th June.⁠ 📸Diocese of Litchfield @churchofengland.org
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Congratulations to our new #deacons ordained on Saturday, 28th and Sunday, 29th June. Amy Brown, ordained at Rochester Cathedral Hannah Harvey, ordained at Chester Cathedral Philippa Lowe and Jon Turner, ordained at Worcester Cathedral Lou Peet, ordained at Coventry Cathedral
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
Congratulations to Queen's students AJ Hutchinson-Wade, Anne Abok, and Sarah Bagnall, ordained #deacon at St Albans Cathedral this Sunday. #NewRevs @stalbanscathedral.bsky.social @churchofengland.org
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
Congratulations to Jason McMahon-Riley, Tracy Birks, Chris Holmes, Joseph Kwallah and Sincere Makunde, ordained at All Saints, Wellington, pictured with the World Church representative, Presiding Bishop Isaiah Deye, of the Methodist Church Kenya. @methodist.org.uk
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
ON AGEING, ENDINGS AND EXITS We were delighted to welcome so many friends at Queen's yesterday, as tutor Nicola Slee hosted a day of reflections, conversation and poems on ageing, endings and exits, ahead of her upcoming retirement.
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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
Last night, the Black Theology Forum closed the academic year with an interesting session with author, speaker and broadcaster ‪@chinemcdonald.bsky.social‬, who explored concepts from her new book Unmaking Mary: Shattering the Myth of Perfect Motherhood.
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