Upcoming Events
Join us for an engaging Study Skills Workshop, an extension of our Orientation Evening, designed to equip you with the practical tools needed for academic success at SFC.
You are invited to meet Brother Merrick of the Taizé Community in France at St Francis College. The gathering will begin at 2 pm on Sunday, March 9, with Brother Merrick sharing with the group from 2:30 pm for about an hour.
Taizé is a small village in France where, in 1940, Brother Roger founded an ecumenical community of brothers during the Second World War. The brothers, from Catholic and various Protestant traditions, initially lived in community centered on prayer in the village church. In the 1960s and 70s, large numbers of young people from various countries started visiting the brothers, leading to the construction of the much larger Church of Reconciliation and the creation of chants that could be sung in many languages with beautiful harmonies. You can learn more about the community here: The Community Today - Taizé.
Brother Merrick, the first Australian-born Taizé brother, will be visiting Brisbane in March. We have the privilege of meeting with him at St Francis College at 2 pm on Sunday, March 9. Afterwards, you are encouraged to attend the Taizé prayer service at Kenmore at 6 pm.
Join us for a number of special opportunities to experience the prayerful and meditative worship style of Taizé. Brother Merric will be visiting Australia from France and is hosting some very special public events. On the9th, 14th, and 15th of March, come and gather for evening prayer and worship, taking the time to slow down and reflect. On the 11th of March, youth of all denominations and faith expressions aged 18-30 are most welcome to gather together alongside Br Merric. Come and find out more about the Taizé Community, it’s events and gathering dates, and hear from Br Merric himself. Don’t miss these wonderful events. Please see the contact details below if you need more information
Brother Merrick, the first Australian-born Taizé brother, will be visiting Brisbane in March. We have the privilege of meeting with him at St Francis College at 2 pm on Sunday, March 9. Afterwards, you are encouraged to attend the Taizé prayer service at Kenmore at 6 pm.
Events
Sunday, 9 March 2025
6:00pm Gathering for Evening Prayer
Holy Spirit Anglican Church, Kenmore
1036 Moggill Road, Kenmore QLD
Contact: The Reverend Deb Bird - deborah.bird@anglicanchurchsq.org.au
Tuesday, 11 March 2025
6:00pm Ecumenical Youth Gathering
For those aged 18 - 30.
West End Uniting Church
11 Sussex Street, West End QLD-
Contact: Elissa Cotroneo - elissa.cotroneo@ministryeducation.org.au
Friday, 14 March 2025
6:00pm Gathering for Evening Prayer
Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church
235 Riding Road, Balmoral QLD
Contact: The Reverend Canon Paul Mitchell - paul.mitchell@anglicanchurchsq.org.au
Saturday, 15 March 2025
4.00pm Gathering for Conversation on the 2025 Letter
6:00pm Gathering for Evening Prayer
Both at St Mark’s Anglican Church, Buderim
7-17 Main Street, Buderim QLD
Contact: The Reverend Lucy Morris - lucymorris025@gmail.com
You are invited to the official diocesan launch of innerVIVID and ASKaround. This exciting initiative includes: innerVIVID video series and ASKaround conversation-starter card decks. The innerVIVID adventure is all about sparking conversations that matter through engaging questions. Come and see what everyone’s talking about!
The Liturgy Winter School is an opportunity for clergy, lay ministers, and liturgical assistants to meet, reflect on and engage in liturgy. It is workshop-based and exploratory in nature to allow participants to learn through interaction and practice.
What is Involved?
There are a series of reflective talks given throughout the Winter School. Each of these is designed to stimulate thought and creativity. They are reflective rather than lecture-based.
There are plenty of opportunities for worship throughout the Winter School. In addition to Morning an Evening Offices, an Evensong and Eucharist will be shared. Participants are invited to participate by sharing liturgical roles through the workshop.
Who should attend?
Clergy (stipendiary/non-stipendiary/PTO)
Graduate Clergy
Licensed Lay Ministers
Formation Students
Liturgical Assistants
Survey
We value your feedback on the Liturgy Winter School! Please take a moment to complete our survey by clicking on the following link:
https://forms.office.com/r/DRjHiQcbBT.
Your input on topics such as the ideal length of the school, your availability, and your learning preferences is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your participation!
📅 Mark Your Date! 📅
St. Francis College Commencement Service
🗓️ Date: 23 February
Join us as we celebrate the start of a new academic year! This special event is a wonderful opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to come together and mark the beginning of another exciting journey at St. Francis College.
To register your attending and help with catering, please click on the link below:
📅 Mark Your Date! 📅
St. Francis College Student Orientation Evening
🗓️ Date: 17 February
Welcome to our new students!
Join us for an evening of introductions, campus tours, and important information to help you start your journey at St. Francis College. This is a great opportunity to meet fellow students, faculty, and staff, and to get acquainted with your new academic home.
To register your attendance, please click on the link below:
📢 Attention Prospective Students! 📢
Don't miss your chance to join the St. Francis College community! 🏫✨
🗓️ Application Deadline: February 14th
Make sure you submit your enrolment applications by this date. We can't wait to welcome new faces and bright minds to our campus!
To enrol as an auditing student or in a tertiary program please contact our Registrar, Linda Burridge at registrar@ministryeducation.org.au or 35147403.
Join us for a special celebration marking the end of the academic year. This is a wonderful opportunity to come together, bid farewell to those completing their studies, and reconnect with classmates from current and previous semesters.
The Ichthus Ministry Vision Day is designed to foster community engagement and collaboration. We will be presenting ideas, listening to your valuable feedback, and discussing the future direction of our ministry. It’s a time for sharing, learning, and envisioning together.
The Ivor Frederick Church Bursary, established in honor of the late Reverend Canon Ivor Frederick Church, offers financial assistance for postgraduate studies. Canon Church, who served as Principal from 1951 to 1981, was known for his contributions to theological education. The bursary, funded by 95% of the income from his estate, supports research students and those attending overseas courses or conferences.
Applications due by November 30 for studies in 2025.
Click here to find out about the terms and to access the application form.
Join us on October 4, 2024, at 2:00 PM for St. Francis Day, honoring 127 years of theological education.
Saturday 31st August 2023 – 1pm - 3pm
Are you considering ministry in the Anglican Church?
Seekers Day will be a time of discussion, information, discernment and reflection on vocation, ministry and more!
Suitable for anyone considering ministry of any kind in the Anglican Church.
For more details and to register your interest.
Click here to email and register: vocations@anglicanchurchsq.org.au
Enquiries: vocations@anglicanchurchsq.org.au or phone 3514 7414 (Mon - Thurs).
Are you:
interested in studying theology including Biblical Studies, Church History, Mission & Ministry and Anglican Studies?
looking to upskill and advance your professional development?
wanting to understand and strengthen your faith?
Join us for our Open Day on Saturday 31st August, 2024 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Come and explore our diverse range of study options and see all that St Francis College has to offer. Engage with our teaching staff, enquire about courses and subjects, hear firsthand from current students about their experiences and take a tour of our stunning site and facilities.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore your educational and spiritual journey.
Morning tea and lunch provided, please RSVP on https://www.trybooking.com/CUBFJ for catering purposes
Seeker's Afternoon will follow the Open Day.
St Francis College is located at 233 Milton Road, Milton, Qld 4064 within five minutes’ walk of Milton train station and with plenty of onsite parking.
If you have any questions, feel free to call us on 07 3514 7400 or by emailing admin@ministryeducation.org.au
Can’t attend our Open Day but still interested in learning more?
Register your interest by emailing admin@ministryeducation.org.au and we will send you more information.
Are we getting too squeamish about the atonement? There is a quiet crisis of confidence in many Western churches. Confusion, debates and changing sensibilities have thrown doubt on whether one of our central doctrines can be reliably communicated as “good news” today.
This book approaches atonement through story, allowing imagination to illuminate the multi-faceted meanings in Christ’s atoning work, and exploring how those rich stories can be good news for the complex issues of our day.
The Ven. Dr Anne van Gend will be in converstion with The Rev. Canon Nicki Colledge about Restoring the Story: The Good News of Atonement. The nature of the event is very low-key; a chat between friends to draw out the insights that Anne has gleaned whilst exploring this topic. It is not an official book-launch with a formal response; more a friendly gathering and a chance to hear first-hand from Anne. There will be an opportunity for questions, for your book to be signed, and to enjoy light refreshments and good company.
Please register for catering and set-up purposes (scan or click the image below), and advise us if your circumstances change and you can no longer attend.
SFC invites you to join us for our Semester 2 Orientation Evening.
At Orientation, you will meet your lecturers, learn about the online learning environment (ARK), and discover how the College and the Roscoe Library can support your studies.
Students will also be introduced to the Accordance Bible Software
Program - Thursday 18 July, 2024
4:00 – 4:15pm Welcome to College - Principal, Rev'd Dr Ruth Mathieson
4:15 - 4:30pm Site Orientation and Facilities – Registrar, Linda Burridge
4:30 - 4:45pm ARK sites (Meta & Child/Blended Units) –Assoc. Prof Peter Kline
Accordance Rev’d Dr Greg Jenks
4:45 - 5:00pm Library Orientation –Library Manager, Ms Eve James
5:00 - 5:15pm Questions
5:15 – 5:45 pm Evening Prayer
5:45 – 6:15 pm Light Meal
6:15 – 7:45 pm Academic Integrity –Academic Dean, Assoc Prof Peter Kline
8:45 - 9:00 pm Other Important Info – Principal, Rev'd Dr Ruth Mathieson
Please register your attendance for catering purposes at https://www.trybooking.com/CTCIK
Do you want to:
initiate change in your professional context?
engage in research?
explore theological and spiritual perspectives?
tackle complex problems?
integrate critical praxis?
deepen your practice and knowledge with the Doctor of Professional Practice.
The University of Divinity invites you to join as at St Francis College in Brisbane or online to learn more about the Doctor of Professional Practice from Program Director Dr Rebekah Pryor.
This information session is for experienced practitioners looking to engage in research to develop advanced knowledge and skills relevant to their professional context.
Following a cohort model and comprising a coursework and a research project, this doctoral level program integrates critical thinking, spiritual awareness and theological engagement with knowledge and lived experience. Practice-based, the program equips mature professionals to develop their research competency and make impactful contributions. Graduates of the course are innovative and collaborative practitioners who integrate understandings of self, profession, systems and context. As researchers and thought leaders, they model what it is to do deep work.
Date and Time
Tuesday 16th July 3–4pm (with light refreshments from 2:30pm)
Location
St Francis College (233 Milton Road, Milton QLD 4064)
Zoom (link will be emailed following RSVP)
Please RSVP (for catering purposes and to receive Zoom link) via Humanitix
Do you want to become a Professional Supervisor? Study with us to build foundational skills in:
accountability
mature ethical work practices
self-care
The University of Divinity invites you to join us at St Francis College in Brisbane or online to learn more about Professional Supervision courses from Program Director Dr Cath McKinney.
This information session is for practitioners working in all helping professions, from ministry, health and community development to education, leadership and governance.
Our Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma courses are in their fourth year of multiple deliveries. They are designed to qualify people to become Professional Supervisors with knowledge, skills and experience to provide structured relationships of trust and transparency in which supervisees can review their work in groups or individually, in-person or online.
Graduates of the courses emerge as mature, ethical practitioners – Professional Supervisors capable of working with sensitivity, compassion and clarity of purpose.
Date and Time
Tuesday 16th July 1–2pm (followed by light refreshments)
Location
St Francis College (233 Milton Road, Milton QLD 4064)
and Zoom (link will be emailed following RSVP)
Please RSVP (for catering purposes and to receive Zoom link) via Humanitix
St Francis College will be presenting a display at the 2024 Tertiary Studies and Careers Expo.
RICC, Brisbane Showgrounds
Sat 13th July 10am - 4pm
and Sun 14 July 10am - 4pm
Free Entry
The Brisbane TSXPO provides a fantastic opportunity to source information about a wide range of study options, career opportunities and new trends in further education, training and employment.
Brisbane TSXPO caters for first time students as well as for those looking at continuing their education.
For those of you who are graduates of St Francis College you are encouraged to join the SFC Alumni organisation.
After a couple of years of hiatus, their AGM will be held at 3 pm on Friday June 21, 2024 at St Francis College.
Please register interest using this link by June 3 and to receive the agenda papers.
The Rev'd Helen Paget is the Secretary for the Alumni, please contact her on helen.paget@anglicanchurchsq.org.au for further information.
An Alumni Event is being planning for St Francis Day, Friday October 4, please save the date and watch for more details.
Are you considering ministry in the Anglican Church?
Seekers Day will be a time of discussion, information, discernment and reflection on vocation, ministry and more!
Suitable for anyone considering ministry of any kind in the Anglican Church.
Saturday 25 May 2024 12:30pm to 3pm
Following the St Francis College Open Day
St Francis Theological College, Baroona Rd, Milton
Contact the Rev’d Canon Sarah Plowman, Director of Discernment for more details and to register your interest.
Click here to email and register: vocations@anglicanchurchsq.org.au
Are you looking to further your education?
Join us for our Open Day on Saturday 25 May, 2024 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Come and explore our diverse range of study options and see all that St Francis College has to offer. Engage with our teaching staff, enquire about courses and subjects, hear firsthand from current students about their experiences and take a tour of our stunning site and facilities.
Hear from our guest speaker, The Rev’d Dr Garry Deverell, Academic Dean, Lecturer, and Research Fellow in the School of Indigenous Studies at the University of Divinity, as he shares his expertise in Indigenous studies and spirituality. A trawloolway man from northern lutruwita (Tasmania), Dr Deverell is the author of Contemplating Country (Wipf & Stock, 2023), Gondwana Theology (Morning Star Press, 2018) and The Bonds of Freedom (Paternoster, 2008).
The title of Garry's paper will be Communion in Country: Aboriginal ways to embrace the paschal spirituality of Christ. He will explore analogies and connections between the liturgical experience of the Great Three Days in the Western Church and the Aboriginal experience of country and community.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore your educational and spiritual journey.
Register your attendance for catering purposes on Trybooking today!
Seeker's Afternoon will follow the Open Day.
Mark your calendars and join us at St Francis College, University of Divinity for a day of inspiration and discovery. We look forward to welcoming you to our community.
Please click here to look at the Program.
All are welcome to attend the 2024 University of Divinity Brisbane Graduation Ceremony.
This will be held at St John's Cathedral, 373 Ann St, Brisbane City
on Sunday 19 May, 2024 at 6pm as part of the Evensong.
Come celebrate the achievements of our St Francis College students who have graduated their courses during 2023.
Please register for catering purposes on Trybooking at https://www.trybooking.com/COJPF
This year the Felix Arnott Lecture will be presented by the Rev’d Dr Joan Riley during May, the Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Prevention Month.
Dr. Riley will be discussing the topic of 'Scripture and Silence in a Context of Domestic and Family Violence' on Friday, May 10 at 7pm.
The Rev’d Canon Dr Joan Riley is the Principal of another college of the University of Divinity, St Barnabas College in the Diocese of Adelaide. An experienced parish priest, Joan blends her work in the church and desire to follow Christ’s mission and calling with her academic learning. A New Testament scholar with a classics background, her research areas include the Letter to the Colossians, Greek inscriptions in Asia Minor, Greek and Roman religion, women in Asia Minor, and the cultural engagement between pagans, Jews and Christians.
Before the lecture, we invite you to enjoy light refreshments at Old Bishopsbourne starting at 6pm. It will be a great opportunity to mingle and connect with fellow attendees.
To secure your spot, please register on Trybooking. Don't miss out on this enlightening and thought-provoking event. We look forward to seeing you there!
Please register on Trybooking at https://www.trybooking.com/CQMPD
All are invited to a Public Lecture at St Francis College
Come hear Professor Mazin Qumsiyeh speak on the environmental impact of occupation and military conflict in Palestine.
Date: Thursday, 2 May, 2024
Time: 4.00pm - 6:00pm
Venue: Old Bishopsbourne at St Francis College, 233 Milton Rd, Milton.
Professor Mazin Qumsiyeh is the founder and volunteer director of the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University (http://palestinenature.org). He has previously served at several US universities including Tennessee, Duke and Yale. Professor Qumsiyeh has published over 180 scientific papers, more than 30 book chapters, hundreds of articles, and several books.
Please register on Trybooking https://www.trybooking.com/CPZGH
Don't miss out on this special opportunity to attend seminars on the Psalms given by The Rev'd Assoc. Prof. Matthew Anstey while visiting Brisbane to teach an intensive in BA2013 Praying the Psalms: Theology, Poetry and Liturgy. These seminars are available for in-person attendance only.
These seminars are available for in-person attendance only.
Sat 2 March Program (9:30 am – 12:30 pm)
Translating The Psalms of Ascent for Rhythm and Song
Metaphors and Psalm 126
Gender and Psalms 127 & 128
Please register on Trybooking https://www.trybooking.com/CORVO . Cost $25
If you wish to enrol in this unit of study for credit (https://www.stfran.qld.edu.au/ba2013z ) or simply attend classes online as an audit student (https://www.stfran.qld.edu.au/auditing), please contact our Registrar on 07 35147403 or Sheilagh.obrien@anglicanchurchsq.org.au by COB February 15, 2024.
Matthew is currently preparing a new translation of the Psalms for public worship, with an accompanying commentary.
Don't miss out on this special opportunity to attend seminars on the Psalms given by The Rev'd Assoc. Prof. Matthew Anstey while visiting Brisbane to teach an intensive in BA2013 Praying the Psalms: Theology, Poetry and Liturgy.
These seminars are available for in-person attendance only.
Fri 1 March Program (1:30 pm – 4:30 pm)
- Translating The Psalms of Ascent in the Twenty-First Century
- Culture and Psalm 120
- Violence and Psalms 123 & 129
Please register on Trybooking https://www.trybooking.com/CORVH . Cost $25
If you wish to enrol in this unit of study for credit (https://www.stfran.qld.edu.au/ba2013z ) or simply attend classes online as an audit student (https://www.stfran.qld.edu.au/auditing), please contact our Registrar on 07 35147403 or Sheilagh.obrien@anglicanchurchsq.org.au by COB February 15, 2024.
Matthew is currently preparing a new translation of the Psalms for public worship, with an accompanying commentary.
SFC invites you to join us for our Semester 1 Orientation Evening.
At Orientation, you will meet your lecturers, learn about the online learning environment (ARK), and discover how the College and the Roscoe Library can support your studies.
Students taking units in Biblical Studies are invited to a training session with the Accordance Bible Software at 3pm - 5pm.
Please register your attendance for catering purposes on Trybooking https://www.trybooking.com/COJTQ
Program – Wednesday 21 February 2024
3:00 – 5:00 pm Accordance Training Venue - LR2 – Rev’d Dr Greg Jenks
5:15 – 5:45 pm Evening Prayer Venue - Chapel of the Holy Spirit
5:45 – 6:15 pm Light Meal Venue – Lawn of Old Bishopsbourne
6:15 – 6:30 pm Welcome to the College Venue LR1 - Principal, Rev'd Dr Ruth Mathieson
- Vision and Mission
- Relationship between UD and SFC
- Introduction to Lecturers
6:30 – 6:45 pm Site Orientation and Facilities – Finance and Property Manager, Mr Rod Mengel
6:45 – 7:15 pm ARK sites (Meta & Child/Blended Units) – Assoc. Prof Peter Kline
7:15 – 7:45 pm Academic Integrity – Academic Dean, Rev'd Dr Wendi Sargeant
- Academic Integrity and Code of Conduct
- Attendance
- Grading and Assessment, Extensions
- Appeals and Complaints
7:45 - 8:45 pm Library Orientation – Library Manager, Ms Eve James
- With web cam for Zoom participants
8:45 - 9:00 pm Other Important Info – Wendi Sargeant
- Orientation on ARK
- Key dates eg Census Date
- Relevant Policies
- Tutoring
- First Point of Contact Quiz and Prizes
The Principal and Faculty of St Francis College invite you to celebrate the commencement of the academic year at the Chapel of the Holy Spirit, Milton.
At this service, prizes will be awarded studies undertaken in 2023, and there will be recognition of CSU graduates who were enrolled through St Francis College.
Professor Peter Sherlock, Vice Chancellor of the University of Divinity will also be in attendance and will be the preacher for this occasion.
This service will also provide an opportunity to farewell, Dr Sheilagh O’Brien, our current Dean of Students and lecturer in church history.
Please join us on Sunday 18th February, 2024 at 3pm and stay afterwards for afternoon tea at Old Bishopsbourne.
Please register your attendance on Trybooking for catering purposes at https://www.trybooking.com/COJRX
Are you interested in studying, but do not want to do all the assignments?
Then auditing is for you!
Auditing a subject means attending and participating fully in classes, but without the pressure of having to complete any assessments. Auditing with University of Divinity provides access to the online materials and zoom participation and recordings.
The cost to audit a subject is $360.
To audit a subject please see the current Upcoming Subjects and then enrol by calling the Registrar, Dr Sheilagh O’Brien on 35147403 or email sheilagh.obrien@anglicanchurchsq.org.au
Enrolments close Thurs 15 February.
Note: Auditing students cannot receive academic credit for their participation in the unit.
We have an exciting and diverse range of new units offered in Semester 1 2024!
We offer coursework degrees from undergraduate certificates through to Master’s level through the University of Divinity with flexible study modes available.
Enrich your understanding of the Bible, Church History, Systematic Theology or Mission & Ministry with St Francis College
Check out the individual units available here.
For more information, please contact our Registrar: Dr Sheilagh O’Brien (07) 3514 7404 sheilagh.obrien@anglicanchurchsq.org.au
Enrolments need to be submitted by COB Thurs 15 February.
The Principal and Faculty of St Francis College
invites you to attend the
2023 End-of-Year Thanksgiving Service
to celebrate the end of the academic year.
2:30 pm Sunday 26 November 2023
The Chapel of the Holy Spirit,
St Francis College, 233 Milton Rd, Milton Q 4064
Please RSVP by November 24 to Linda on 3514 7400 or to admin@ministryeducation.org.au. Please use “RSVP Nov 26” in the title and include any dietary needs.
All are invited to a Seminar with Michael Trainor.
Michael will lead a seminar: ‘A Day with the Gospel according to Mark’ to be held at St Francis College. This day will be of interest and benefit to clergy and lay people alike as we continue Year B in the Lectionary cycle.
Saturday 25 November
9.30am-3.00pm
at St Francis College
Cost $20 which includes morning tea. BYO Lunch
Please register on Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/seminar-with-michael-trainor-tickets-698831181877?aff=oddtdtcreator
An All Souls Day Service of Repentance and Remembrance for Children Harmed by Clergy and Church Workers
Thursday 2 November, 5:30 pm Chapel of the Holy Spirit, St Francis College.
You may like to bring a ribbon to hang on the arch to remember someone hurt by the church.
All are welcome to attend.
Please email Ruth Mathieson to confirm your attendance on ruth.mathieson@anglicanchurchsq.org.au
