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After over a decade of publishing high-quality research on the interface of theological study and ministerial practice, Theology and Ministry has now ceased publication. We would like to thank the many contributors to the journal over the years—including those who have produced original articles, book reviews, those offering anonymous peer review feedback on submissions, and, in particular the three editors […]

Cranmer Hall, Durham is seeking to appoint an individual of excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills to be Lecturer in Mission and Evangelism. Training in mission and evangelism has always been central at Cranmer Hall – and continues to be so across all pathways, including residential and context-based ordination training, Free Church, Children’s and Youth Ministry, and independent students. This […]

Cranmer Hall, Durham is seeking to appoint an individual of excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills to be Director of Children’s and Youth Ministry Training. The post will involve teaching on Cranmer’s Certificate in Children’s and Youth Ministry as well as supporting its recruitment and development. The post-holder will explore expanding the pathway to an HE Diploma, and developing a […]

We are delighted to offer two Michael Vasey MA Scholarships for students beginning the Durham MA in Theology and Ministry, delivered by Cranmer Hall within St John’s College, in September 2025. The Michael Vasey MA Scholarships each carry a value of £6,000, paid towards the tuition fee. They are available to students taking the MA in full-time or part-time mode of study. […]

Cranmer Hall is delighted to announce the appointment of the Revd Dr Joshua Cockayne as Academic Dean. Josh is currently Lecturer in Mission & Evangelism at Cranmer. In his new role he will continue to direct the Bede Centre for Church Planting Theology, and will also serve as co-director of the sector-leading Doctor of Theology and Ministry programme (DThM), which […]

We are delighted to offer up to ten Cranmer Scholarships for students beginning a course of study in 2025. A recent national church review described us as a place ‘where academic rigour is carefully married with formational excellence’. The Cranmer MA Scholarship carries a value of up to £5,250 p.a. and the Cranmer BA Scholarship a value of up to […]

Cranmer Hall, St John’s College, Durham is seeking to appoint an outstanding individual as Academic Dean. The role of Academic Dean is to oversee and further develop the academic life of Cranmer Hall within St John’s College, ensuring that teaching and research is of the highest standard and that our programmes continue to engage vibrant cohorts of students at all […]

Cranmer Hall is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Olly Peel as Foundations Programme Director at Cranmer Hall. Olly will lead the new Foundations programme at Cranmer Hall; a 1-year course which aims to give an introduction to theology for lay people leading new worshipping communities in the North East of England – including partnerships with Durham and Newcastle […]

We are pleased to announce that Cranmer Hall has been awarded a major grant from the Church of England’s Innovation Fund to develop a new programme to train leaders of new worshipping communities, in partnership with the Diocese of Durham and the Diocese of Newcastle. The Foundations Programme will offer high-quality theological training, using expert teachers and practitioners and aims […]