Creation, Creativity, and the Old Testament: A day with Ellen Davis
Description
A Day with Ellen F. Davis
Join us at Carey Baptist College for a special day with esteemed Old Testament scholar Ellen F. Davis, exploring the intersections of Scripture, theology, creation care and the arts.
Ellen will present three talks exploring creation, the Old Testament, and art, followed by responses from Carey faculty and extensive time for open discussion and Q&A. This is an opportunity to engage with Ellen’s thinking, ask questions and participate in rich theological conversation.
Ellen F. Davis is the Amos Ragan Kearns Distinguished Professor of Bible and Practical Theology at Duke Divinity School. Her work is particularly concerned with how the Bible speaks to urgent public issues, including her current focus on developing an exegetically grounded response to the ecological crisis. A lay Episcopalian, Ellen has also been involved in interfaith dialogue for four decades.
Whether you are a student, pastor, theological educator or simply interested in exploring Scripture more deeply, you are warmly invited to join us for this special day of learning, dialogue and discovery.
Date: Friday 12 February 2027, 9am-4pm (Registration and doors open 8.30 am)
Venue: Carey Baptist College, 1 Marewa Road, Greenlane, Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland)
We look forward to welcoming you to Carey for this special opportunity to learn from and engage with Ellen Davis.
FAQs
- Who can attend?
This event is open to everyone! Whether you're a student, pastor, theological educator, church leader or simply interested in exploring Scripture more deeply, you're warmly invited to join us.
We'd love to welcome you to Carey for the day. Unfortunately, due to the conversational nature of the event, we won't be offering an online attendance option. However, we will record Ellen's talks and the faculty responses and make these available after the event for those unable to join us in person.
- What time should I arrive?
Registration and doors open at 8.30am, with the programme beginning at 9.00am. The day will conclude at 4.00pm.
- Is food provided?
Yes! Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea are included in your registration. If you have any specific dietary requirements, please include these when registering.
- Is parking available?
Yes, parking is available at Carey. Please use the designated Carey-labelled car parks. There is also plenty of street parking nearby. If you're travelling by public transport, Carey is conveniently located very close to Greenlane train station.
- Aree there accessibility facilities available?
Yes. The Carey campus has some mobility parking spaces and lift access to help visitors move between levels of the building. If you have specific accessibility requirements or would like to discuss arrangements before the event, please get in touch with us so we can help make your visit as comfortable as possible.
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