PRACTICAL
THEOLOGY
The Practical Theology Study Group is a space for scholars wishing to engage in practical research whilst also taking seriously the authority of the Bible and Christian doctrine. Practical Theologians usually sit at the intersection between Theology and other Humanities disciplines. We use various methods to research contemporary situations and experiences, in order to reflect upon them theologically.
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We meet in-person at the annual Tyndale Fellowship conference, along with the Fellowship's other study groups.
Chair
Helen Collins
Co-Chair
Abi Maguire
Tyndale Fellowship Practical Theology Study Group
Call for Papers 2026:
A Practical Theology of Revival and Renewal
Within a context of frequent discussions about the Quiet Revival, the resurgence of interest in faith among young people and the increasing use of religious rhetoric in political life, the Practical Theology Study Group is seeking to expose these phenomena to academic scrutiny. What is Christian revival and renewal, and how does this impact the life of Christ’s church in the world today?
We are keen to explore what it means to ask this question as practical theologians, and what it means to answer it as evangelicals. This is a call for 20 minutes papers which seek to address these questions.
Relevant topics might include:ï‚·
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The results of empirical work examining revival and renewal in local church context(s)ï‚·
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Biblical, historically, doctrinal, ecclesial and/or interdisciplinary perspectives on revivalï‚·
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Analysis of discourse around revival and renewal in different settingsï‚·
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Reflections on church or community practice in relation to revival and renewalï‚·
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The impact of revival and renewal on methods and models of evangelical practical theology
Scholars and doctoral students from across disciplines with an interest in these questions are invited to submit a 300 word abstract and a short biography to helen.collins@trinitycollegebristol.ac.uk and abi.maguire@moorlands.ac.uk by 31 December 2025.
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Tyndale Fellowship Study Groups annual summer conference takes place Wednesday 1 - Friday 3 July 2026 at High Leigh, Hoddesdon, UK. Registration, and bursary applications, will open in January 2026.
All seven study groups of the Tyndale Fellowship meet concurrently in the same venue, sharing mealtimes, coffee breaks, Tyndale Fellowship Lectures, a prayer meeting, worship service and members' meeting. Attendees are welcome to spend time in the other study groups during the conference.
Last year's programme: Practical Theology Study Group
Tyndale Fellowship Conference, 30 June - 2 July 2025
All seven study groups of the Tyndale Fellowship meet concurrently in the same venue, sharing mealtimes, coffee breaks, Tyndale Fellowship Lectures, a prayer meeting, worship service and members' meeting. Attendees are welcome to spend time in the other study groups during the conference.