Carey Graduate School Research Conference

Thursday 10 September 2026

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Scholarship that serves the Church to follow Jesus

Join us on Thursday 10 September for a special day celebrating research and scholarship at Carey Baptist College. Bringing together students, alumni, faculty, church leaders, and friends of Carey, the day features two complementary events: the annual Carey Graduate School Research Conference and the evening Celebration of Scholarship Dinner. Together, these events provide an opportunity to engage with current theological research, celebrate scholarly contribution, and reflect on how thoughtful scholarship continues to serve the mission of the Church in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.

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The Carey Graduate School Research Conference (9.00am–4.00pm) showcases research from students and faculty across a wide range of theological and ministry disciplines. Explore current research across a range of theological and ministry disciplines and discover how thoughtful scholarship continues to serve the mission of God’s people today. Attendance is free for current Carey students, while registration for all other guests is $25, which includes morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea.

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From 5.30pm, join us for the Celebration of Scholarship Dinner. This special gathering will reflect on the contribution of theological scholarship to Baptist churches in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond, while celebrating the work of Carey faculty. The dinner provides an opportunity to connect with others who share a passion for theological education, ministry, and research in a relaxed and celebratory setting. Dinner tickets are $30 per person.

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Secure Your Place

Both events will be held at Carey Baptist College – Te Whare Tōtara, 1 Marewa Road, Greenlane, Auckland 1051. You are welcome to register for either event individually or attend both as part of a full day of learning, conversation, and celebration. Registration now to secure your place.

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Research Conference Programme

Thursday 10 September 9.00am-4.00pm
(RMS — Research Methods Student, MTS — Masters Thesis Student)
Thursday 10 September 9.00am-4.00pm
(RMS — Research Methods Student, MTS — Masters Thesis Student)
9.00am
Mihi Whakatau
9.20am
Safe Space for Every Body: Baptist Covenant Ecclesiology and Trauma Theory in Dialogue
Sarah Beisly (RMS)
9.50am
Faith Among Young Chinese Migrants to NZ
Herman Yeung (RMS)
10.20am
Neighbouring in the Midst of Poverty
Denise Tims (MTS/Faculty)
10.50am
Morning Tea
11.20am
Christian Spirituality and Menopause
Lorraine Tucker (RMS)
11.50am
The Gospel and the Gospel of Mark
Helen Erceg (RMS)
12.20pm
Visual Arts and Theological Reflection
Nicola Griffiths (RMS)
12.50pm
Lunch
1.35pm
Intercultural Church in Ephesians
Eduardo Mendonca (MTS)
2.05pm
Philosophy of Ministry among NZ Baptist Youth Pastors
Jeremy Thom (MTS)
2.35pm
Afternoon Tea
2.50pm
Déjà vu on the road to Jericho
Emma Stokes (Faculty)
3.30pm
Poroaki
4.00pm
Close of conference

At Carey we believe that the God of mission is at work in the world by the Spirit to renew people and places in Christ. Our vision is to equip Christian leaders for that mission, bringing gospel renewal to Aotearoa and beyond.