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Biblical Disability: Recast and Remembered

@bib_disability

Collab project exploring portrayals of disability in biblical texts and interpretations over time. @arc_gov_au funded (DE220101054). Crowd-sourcing welcomed!

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There’s still time to register for this fab conference—in person or online, 22-23 May. Diverse presentations for a diverse audience, keeping practice at the forefront of deep reflections. Sing out if you have questions. Rego closes next Wednesday. acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/…
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@kycrabbe @JustinGlynSJ @Zachariah_Duke @ACUmedia @LouiseGosbell
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There are still a few days to get an abstract in for this excellent conference, jointly hosted by the Loyola Institute & ACU’s IRCI: Idol Talk? In the Image of the Disabled God: Disability, the Imago Dei and Practical Consequences. Get in touch w any qns! jesuit.org.au/event/call-for…
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On this International Day of People with Disabilities, some terrific contributions from @JustinGlynSJ, disability theologian and project reference group member for Biblical Disability. abc.net.au/religion/internat…
Times are hard for people with disabilities — we need to find solutions in spaces abandoned by the...

Times are hard for people with disabilities — we need to find solutions in spaces abandoned by the...

If there is any light in the present darkness, it is the fact that disabled people ourselves are coming together to push for changes in society.

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and more from @JustinGlynSJ, on the Roman Catholic Church's shifting language on disability: eurekastreet.com.au/article/…
How the Synod quietly redefined disability in the Church

How the Synod quietly redefined disability in the Church

The Synod on Synodality has quietly rewritten the Church’s relationship with disability, shifting from a legacy of marginalisation to a vision of equality and dignity. This historic move acknowledges...

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From our panel discussion last week. Such a great set of contributions from our panelists, @JustinGlynSJ @LouiseGosbell and Meredith Allan.
Justin Glyn SJ (@JustinGlynSJ) profile pictureJustin Glyn SJ@JustinGlynSJ18 Oct 2024
A recent discussion on #Disability and the #Bible, h/t @kycrabbe and @ACUmedia for organising and @ausjesuits: jesuit.org.au/we-walk-by-fai…
We walk by faith, not by sight - Jesuits Australia

We walk by faith, not by sight - Jesuits Australia

The Australian Province’s General Counsel, Fr Justin Glyn SJ, was a guest on a recent panel discussion on disability and the Bible.

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If you’re keen on a gentle, attainable prof dev opport, there’s still time to register—fab panel on disability & bible on Tues (8th). Great speakers, imp topic. All welcome. (No fancy expertise required). biblicaldisability.org/event…
Opening Panel: Ecumenical Period of Reflection on Disability and the Bible - Biblical Disability:...

Opening Panel: Ecumenical Period of Reflection on Disability and the Bible - Biblical Disability:...

As we mark the first anniversary of the release of the final report of the Disability Royal Commission, a group of ecumenical leaders invite you to a period of reflection on disability and the bible....

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Join us to mark the Disability Royal Commission Final Report 1st anniversary. An outstanding panel of speakers on disability, the Bible, & practice. Tues 8 Oct, 5pm refreshments for 5:30pm. Fitzroy, Melb. All very welcome! More info and registration here biblicaldisability.org/event…
Opening Panel: Ecumenical Period of Reflection on Disability and the Bible - Biblical Disability:...

Opening Panel: Ecumenical Period of Reflection on Disability and the Bible - Biblical Disability:...

As we mark the first anniversary of the release of the final report of the Disability Royal Commission, a group of ecumenical leaders invite you to a period of reflection on disability and the bible....

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Delighted to have Meredith Allan, @LouiseGosbell and @JustinGlynSJ on this terrific panel!
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This panel is the opening event of some gentle opportunities for further reflection on disability and the Bible across traditions. If this feels to you like some timely professional development in an important area, check out the events and get in touch.
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Some great reminders here from @EmmaJoySwai 👇
Centre for the Study of Bible & Violence (@CSBibleViolence) profile pictureCentre for the Study of Bible & Violence@CSBibleViolence18 Sep 2024
‘I was blind but now I see’ – The Linguistic Danger of Blindness Worship Metaphors. Our latest 'Hostility, Healing, Hymnody' blog, written by @EmmaJoySwai csbvbristol.org.uk/2024/09/1…
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John Gillibrand@JohnGillibrand13 Sep 2024
I’m just back from this conference. It was indeed excellent - so much to think about now.
Biblical Disability: Recast and Remembered (@bib_disability) profile pictureBiblical Disability: Recast and Remembered@bib_disability26 Aug 2024
A couple of days left for registrations. Check out the program of excellent people and presentations here!
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A couple of days left for registrations. Check out the program of excellent people and presentations here!
CRHB (@biblereception) profile pictureCRHB@biblereception23 Aug 2024
Just 6 days left till booking closes for Reconfiguring Biblical Disability conference. @siobhan_jolley @OU_TheoReligion @UniofOxford
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A couple of days left for registrations. Check out the program of excellent people and presenters here!
CRHB (@biblereception) profile pictureCRHB@biblereception23 Aug 2024
Just 6 days left till booking closes for Reconfiguring Biblical Disability conference. @siobhan_jolley @OU_TheoReligion @UniofOxford
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It was a great way to kick off the British New Testament Society annual conference with @jenn_straw speaking on “Blindness and the New Testament: An Encounter with the Divine or with Sin?”
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Christine Joynes@CEJoynes17 Aug 2024
Come hear fabulous @kycrabbe on 'Reimagining Ability and Disability in the New Testament Infancy Narratives' at Reconfiguring Biblical Disability conference. Book now at biblicaldisability.org/event… @nt4ox @NTRight @siobhan_jolley @profjoantaylor @OU_TheoReligion
Reconfiguring Biblical Disability - Biblical Disability: Recast and Remembered

Reconfiguring Biblical Disability - Biblical Disability: Recast and Remembered

What does the Bible have to say about disability, and how have its readers over centuries interpreted these passages and represented them in visual art, music, literature, and more? Come and explore...

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Cohost, the wonderful @CEJoynes will present this fab paper on ‘Reclaiming the exorcised body of Mary Magdalene’. Really looking forward to this!
Christine Joynes (@CEJoynes) profile pictureChristine Joynes@CEJoynes15 Aug 2024
Busy writing my paper 'Reclaiming the exorcised body of Mary Magdalene' for the Reconfiguring Biblical Disability conference, 11-13 Sep in Oxford. Still time to join us: biblicaldisability.org/event… @siobhan_jolley @NTRight @UniofOxford @abjdillon @hedgehiggin
Reconfiguring Biblical Disability - Biblical Disability: Recast and Remembered

Reconfiguring Biblical Disability - Biblical Disability: Recast and Remembered

What does the Bible have to say about disability, and how have its readers over centuries interpreted these passages and represented them in visual art, music, literature, and more? Come and explore...

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Another wonderful paper to look forward to, by Judith Maltby!
Christine Joynes (@CEJoynes) profile pictureChristine Joynes@CEJoynes14 Aug 2024
Come to hear Judith Maltby: '‘I have often been told, “If you weren’t handicapped you probably wouldn’t write poetry”: Vassar Miller’s (1924-1998) Poetic Engagement with the Bible’. Join us 11-13 Sep: biblicaldisability.org/event… @UniofOxford @OU_TheoReligion
Reconfiguring Biblical Disability - Biblical Disability: Recast and Remembered

Reconfiguring Biblical Disability - Biblical Disability: Recast and Remembered

What does the Bible have to say about disability, and how have its readers over centuries interpreted these passages and represented them in visual art, music, literature, and more? Come and explore...

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More to get excited about for September!
Christine Joynes (@CEJoynes) profile pictureChristine Joynes@CEJoynes12 Aug 2024
Come hear Jenn Strawbridge on 'Sight loss in early Christian writings: a divine blessing and punishment for sin'. Book to join us at biblicaldisability.org/event… @UniofOxford @OU_TheoReligion @nt4ox
Reconfiguring Biblical Disability - Biblical Disability: Recast and Remembered

Reconfiguring Biblical Disability - Biblical Disability: Recast and Remembered

What does the Bible have to say about disability, and how have its readers over centuries interpreted these passages and represented them in visual art, music, literature, and more? Come and explore...

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Come and join in the conversation with @GrantMacaskill on Dehumanising Differences: Hidden Disabilities and Personhood’ at Reconfiguring Biblical Disability. Book to join us at biblicaldisability.org/event… @IRCI_ACU @UniofOxford @OU_TheoReligion @nt4ox
Reconfiguring Biblical Disability - Biblical Disability: Recast and Remembered

Reconfiguring Biblical Disability - Biblical Disability: Recast and Remembered

What does the Bible have to say about disability, and how have its readers over centuries interpreted these passages and represented them in visual art, music, literature, and more? Come and explore...

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