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  From the pages of the past: why Church history matters, with Dr Matthew Houston and Dr Martyn Cowan 09.09.2026 38мин

  What can historical knowledge offer us in navigating the current challenges of our day?  And how does an awareness that we are part of a much larger story than our own generation or denomination benefit the Church.  This is exactly what Dr Matthew and Dr Martyn Cowan will be discussing in our episode today.
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  Disability and the Church, with Erin Burnett 04.09.2026 31мин

  In today’s episode, Erin Burnett, author of ‘With All Your Mind: Autism and the Church’, joins Rev Gordon Best to share some of her research findings as well as her own personal experiences.
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  A conversation with Chad van Dixhoorn 19.08.2026 22мин

  Chad van Dixhoorn is the Professor of Church History and Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte, and is ordained in the Orthodox Presbyterian Church.  During a recent visit to Belfast, Chad joined us in UTC for a conversation with Principal Michael McClenahan.
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  The Makings of a Missional Church, with Rick Hill 27.07.2026 39мин

  Rick Hill oversees the Council for Mission in Ireland within the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.  In this episode, he joins Rev Gordon Best to explore what it means for a local church to be missionally-minded; and how congregations can participate in contextually appropriate mission initiatives that reflect a commitment to the gospel, faithfully embodying the mission of God in everyday life.
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  A Theology of Sport, with Prof Drew Gibson 30.06.2026 42мин

  What does the Bible say about sport? And how can Christians enjoy sport virtuously while also recognising the difference between appreciation and devotion? Prof Michael McClenahan (UTC Principal) and Dr Graham Shearer (UTC Lecturer in Theology) are joined by Prof Drew Gibson (Faith, Hope & Sport podcast) to explore these questions and more, in the interest of how Christians can enjoy the good gift of sport in its proper place.
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  William Tyndale and the virtues of a Bible scholar, with Dr Peter Williams 16.06.2026 23мин

  This year marks the 500th anniversary of William Tyndale’s translation of the New Testament.  Dr Stephen Moore (Union Theological College, Belfast) discusses its significance with Dr Peter Williams (Tyndale House, Cambridge), as well as the desired characteristics of a courageous biblical scholar.
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  Approaching Revelation with Prof Gordon Campbell 05.06.2026 1ч 3мин

  Join us, as Prof Gordon Campbell outlines why Revelation continues to fascinate him after years of researching the book, and why despite being a challenging text, the book of Revelation has much to offer believers today.
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  Through the Lens: a closer look into Ministry Training at UTC, with Rev Gordon Best 05.06.2026 35мин

  UTC Principal, Prof. Michael McClenahan, chats to our recently appointed Dean of Ministerial Studies and Development, Rev Gordon Best, to glean a few useful insights into ministry training and community life at Union Theological College.