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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Bishop Humphrey Southern took his last service as Principal of Cuddesdon on Sunday at the final residential weekend for part-time students for this year. Our Chair of Governors, Bishop Michael Ipgrave, preached. #cuddesdon #ordination #ministry #riponcollegecuddesdon

Bishop Humphrey Southern standing at the altar

Bishop Michael Ipgrave preaching from a lectern

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Congratulations to Vice-Principal Sarah Brush, installed as an honorary canon of Gloucester Cathedral this week. She said “I’m delighted to be so honoured & am looking forward to enhancing the collaboration which Cuddesdon has with the Diocese of Gloucester to include working with the cathedral”

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Come and visit our stand at the National Youth Ministry Weekend starting tomorrow, 14-16 November, at Resorts World Birmingham. You'll be able to find out about our flexible training for Mission and Ministry with Children, Young People and Families. #NYMW25 www.youthscape.co.uk/nymw/home?fb...

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NYMW 2025

The National Youth Ministry Weekend (NYMW) is an annual event for all Christians involved in supporting young people and helping with church youth work – whether you are a youth leader, church leader,...

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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

Exciting to get my hands on physical copies of my new book! Thank you @scmpress.bsky.social

A picture of author Sarah Brush holding her new book The Way through the Trees

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Cuddesdon staff, Sarah Brush & Pete White, were among contributors to a video produced as part of 'Diversifying the Common Awards Curriculum' project. The theological educators reflect on the importance of engaging with the perspectives of scholars of global majority heritage. youtu.be/r67aHpH_V5w

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Why Global Conversations Matter | Pastoral and Practical Theology

YouTube video by Common Awards at Durham University

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SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

And last but by no means least, @docbrush.bsky.social presents her model of faith development, one of continuing discipleship, along with outlines and analysis of existing models in The Way Through The Trees: An Introduction to Faith Development. Order here: scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...

The front cover of The Way Through The Trees by Sarah Brush.
There is an endorsement quote alongside, which reads: Sarah Brush proves herself to be an adept, playful, creative and generative guide to the geography of faith development theories and styles. The genius of this book is the independence of her judgment, the clarity of her analysis and the playfulness with which she invites her reader into exploring how this landscape might excite, nurture and grow faith … practical theology at its very best.
This is a quote from James Woodward, Principal of Sarum College.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

We are excited to announce that the Revd Dr Harriet Harris MBE will be the next Principal of the college. She will take up the post on 1 January 2026, following Bishop Humphrey’s retirement at the end of 2025.The appointment announcement can be read at rcc.ac.uk/news/revd-dr...

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Revd Dr Harriet Harris MBE appointed new Principal | Ripon College Cuddesdon

The Governor

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

We are delighted to announce that the Reverend Mark Earey has been appointed our new Tutor in Ministry and Mission. He will take up his post in January 2025 coming from The Queen’s Foundation in Birmingham, where he has been Director of Anglican Formation and Tutor in Liturgy and Worship since 2007.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 05/07/2025

Some of our Ripon College Cuddesdon CGH students were ordained Deacon today at Hereford and supported by their Ludlow Lead Tutor the Revd Alison Walker.

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Jo Allen @jo-allen.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Teaching Rural Ministry @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social this weekend was such a Joy. Rural context, rural leadership for today & rural mission. Beautiful day, beautiful people #rural #mission #theology #acheivingdreams

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Today at our Friends & Former Members day some returned to receive their academic certificates, one of our governors Prof Jenn Strawbridge preached and Dr Stephen Burns spoke about Coconut Theology. Next we hear reminiscences from Ripon Hall students on the merger, 50yrs ago with Cuddesdon College.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Today we say farewell to some of the students from Portsmouth, here for their final weekend.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Our third speaker in this slot is Susannah Peppiatt speaking on “A language understanded of the people: The struggle to create a Welsh Anglicanism”

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Our next speaker is Dr Becky Dean on “Can Horses See Visions?’ Perspectives from Renaissance Art” drawing on depictions of Paul’s conversion experience on the road to Damascus which add in horses despite none being mentioned in the narrative.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

In our 2nd slot, Dr Eddie Howells speaks on “Why it matters whether Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises are understood as a mystical text”

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Our first three speakers respond to questions

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Our third speaker is Dr Oliver Keenan, our Academic Dean, speaking on the topic of Prayer responding to the work of Simon Tugwell who compared the use of the word prayer with Humpty-Dumpty’s notion that “when I use a word it means whatever I decide it to mean.”

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Our second speaker is the Revd Dr Stephen Goundrey-Smith on “Moral Enhancement:Virtue in a Bottle?”

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Our research afternoon kicks off with a paper from Kajsa Longuere speaking about Deafness and Worship

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

we’re recruiting a new Tutor in Theology (Ministry & Mission) & keen to hear from ppl w/ a strong grounding in practical ministry at local/parochial level, who are committed to being part of a close-knit community of worship and learning. rcc.ac.uk/jobs

Four women of various ages studying together at a set of desks

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Yesterday was College Photo day at our main Cuddesdon site for all those students studying there, their families & our staff team.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

As part of our Cross-Pathways Easter School, we explore the Eucharist in different ways. This evening we have BCP and have moved the altar to give a feel of being in the round.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Our Principal, Bishop Humphrey Southern, has indicated to governors his decision to retire later in the year after ten years of service to the College. An application pack for the post of Principal is available from Saxton Bampfylde at www.saxbam.com/appointment/...

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Cuddesdon was established by Bishop Samuel Wilberforce, whose vision was for a college independent of any specific Church faction, and with a focus on the

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Diocese of Gloucester @glosdioc.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

This time 10 years ago Bishop Rachel was announced as the Bishop of Gloucester, the first female diocesan bishop and the first female bishop in the @houseoflords.parliament.uk 🎉👏 We are very lucky in @glosdioc.bsky.social 🙏

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

This is a reminder that there is a Zoom session this evening from 7.30-8.30pm with our Admissions Tutor, Dr Rebecca Dean, to hear about our different pathways and academic programmes. To join the session, please request the Zoom invite at admissions@rcc.ac.uk.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

If you are in the first few years of being a first time incumbent, we are running a two-night retreat exploring the transition from curacy and offering a space for you to share your experiences, 15-17 October. Details and booking at rcc.ac.uk/short-course...

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

It’s officially spring at Ripon College Cuddesdon when the students come outside for morning tea break

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SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Eleanor McLaughlin finds the chapter on creation particularly helpful, and Carlton Turner commends Tim on his accessibly written book and willingness to engage with the topic of Whiteness. #TheWhiteBonhoeffer scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...

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The White Bonhoeffer A Postcolonial Pilgrimage by Tim Judson - Paperback / softback - 9780334065364

Buy The White Bonhoeffer A Postcolonial Pilgrimage by Tim Judson Paperback / softback from SCM Press - ISBN: 9780334065364

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Many congratulations to Catherine Cowie and Oliver Blease, two former students, who graduated MA in the Sheldonian Theatre, Oxford on a sunny St David’s Day.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

From September, Cuddesdon will be offering three new part-time courses in mission and ministry with children, young people and families over one, two or three years. Please register an interest now to be invited to an online open evening coming soon at www.rcc.ac.uk/cypf

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Dr Buki Fatona @bukifatona.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

📣 College Chaplains 📣 join us for Resourcing College Chaplains for Science and Theology Engagement Course by @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social comprises six virtual sessions and (an optional) one day in-person workshop 23 April to 18 June 2025 Find out more & register at www.rcc.ac.uk/collegechapl...

Resourcing College Chaplain in Science and Theology Engagement.

A science and theology course for college chaplains to aid pastoral discourse with students and other college members.

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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Just had a great meeting with our @BIAPTheology conference team. Check out our call for papers &book yourself in for the conference! 1st-timers, regulars & returners all welcome! Keynotes on Children’s Spirituality, Millennials & Faith in later life plus Jay Hulme as conference poet! www.biapt.org

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BIAPT | The British & Irish Association for Practical Theology

The British and Irish Association for Practical Theology is an active forum for practitioners, teachers and researchers in the broad field of practical theology

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

A great start to our new Incumbent Development Pathway today. We’re working with the national Ministry Development Team to equip current incumbents in working with children, young people and families.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

On this feast of Thomas Aquinas, a reminder of our Academic Dean Oliver Keenan’s recent book. Aquinas' era was defined by conflict and divisive politics, much like our own - his unfailing belief in the power of communication to overcome alienation and despair is an important lesson for us all.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Any #CofEpeeps out there exploring a vocation? Get in touch with us.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

This week we welcome our first cohort of clergy on the pilot of the national Incumbent Development Programme to help clergy improve their work with children, young people and families. Please pray for them & for our Tutor in Children’s Youth & Families Ministry Canon Dr Pete White as he leads it.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

Today we welcome prospective students to our Open Day. Our Ludlow Lead Tutor the Revd Dr Alison Walker will be presiding at our Eucharist and other staff & students will be on hand to give tours, answer questions and share their experiences of our community of pathways.

Four adult students sitting at a table doing Bible study and smiling

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Today students on our part-time pathways at our Ludlow, Gloucester and Cuddesdon centres and our pioneer ordinands from CMS arrive for one of a series of weekends on worship and preaching. We pray for safe travels for all of them in the stormy weather.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Watch Dr Victoria Turner, our Mission and Pastoral Studies tutor, talk about her new book - Awake, Emerging and Connected: Meditations on Justice from a Missing Generation - on her publisher's website at scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/.../awake-em....

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Places are still available on our OPEN DAY on Saturday, 25th January for those exploring full-time, context-based or part-time ordination training at the Cuddesdon site. Hear about training options, chat with students and share worship. Book a place at www.rcc.ac.uk/get-in-touch...

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Our VESTMENT FAIR is taking place on Tuesday, 11th February at Cuddesdon from 1-6pm with a great range of suppliers attending. It is open to all and everyone is most welcome to come.

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Ripon College Cuddesdon @riponcuddesdon.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

We're delighted to partner with The School of Contemplative Life to offer a 5-day meditation retreat from 15-19 Sept 2025. The focus is silent meditation practice & bringing loving-awareness to all our daily activities Details at www.rcc.ac.uk/short-course... #schoolofcontemplativelife

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