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- A glimpse of God through the textsShe compares studying and interpreting the Bible to detective work. The witnesses have long since passed away, and only fragments of texts and archaeological findings remain. Yet, we strive to take another step forward in understanding what is written. With this approach, Marjo Korpel will be continuing her work, now as Professor of Old Testament. 'It's fascinating to recognise glimpses of real people from long ago in these ancient texts. And to realise that, at times, they wrestled with ideas of faith just as we do now.'
- Not just a bowl of soupWhen Thijs Tromp speaks about the future of diaconate, he becomes energised. He is thrilled that in the coming years, he will continue his research on diaconal practices and theory as a professor at the PThU. Working together with diaconal organisations is essential for this academic chair, he emphasises. 'That connection is incredibly important.'
- Why pursue a PhD after studying Theology?There is a high demand for pastors in the church. You might expect theology students to immediately transition to a congregation after obtaining their degree. However, some choose to pursue a PhD. Why?
- ‘Christianity didn't come out of the blue’For Lieve Teugels, her new full-time Judaica chair is a recognition. Of the importance of the study of Judaism within theology, but also of herself, as the first non-Protestant professor at the Protestant Theological University. She looks forward to making Judaism explicitly visible in teaching. ‘After all, early Judaism is emphatically part of Christian identity,’ she says.
- 'This is the place where it needs to happen'Faith is always looking for forms to express itself in. And those forms in turn give direction to faith. With this conviction, Mirella Klomp has been working as a practical theologian for years. In April she started as professor of practical theology: worship and formation at PThU.