Tonson , Paul David

1948- . After gaining degrees in mathematics and economics, Tonson studied divinity in Rochester, New York. He was subsequently Pastor of Laingholm/Victory 1976-81; Hawera 1982-86; and Remuera 1986-90. After three years teaching at Rarongo Theological College in Papua New Guinea he moved to Melbourne where he gained his PhD in Old Testament studies. As well as being minister of a Uniting Church in Melbourne he tutors in theological distance education and participates in Jewish-Christian-Muslim dialogue.