https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/toronto-theology-talks--6949484Toronto Theology Talks brings listeners into thoughtful, accessible conversations with the diverse thinkers shaping theological studies at the Toronto School of Theology, University of Toronto. Hosted by Stephen Hurley, each episode features in-depth dialogue with leading scholars, educators, and religious leaders exploring the intersections of faith, history, culture, and contemporary life.

Through candid interviews and compelling stories, the series delves into burning questions and pressing issues centered on theology’s relevance today. Listeners gain insight into the dynamic, ecumenical, and multi-faith realities of theological education in Toronto, while discovering why rigorous, curious, and open-minded theological exploration still matters in our rapidly changing world.]]>enReligion & SpiritualityToronto School of Theologyhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ab0f47f7b936842af1397bbe71b99e9f.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/toronto-theology-talks--6949484Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:30:52 +0000Toronto School of TheologyToronto School of Theologystephen.hurley@mail.utoronto.caToronto Theology Talks brings listeners into thoughtful, accessible conversations with the diverse thinkers shaping theological studies at the Toronto School of Theology, University of Toronto. Hosted by Stephen Hurley, each episode features in-depth...Toronto Theology Talks brings listeners into thoughtful, accessible conversations with the diverse thinkers shaping theological studies at the Toronto School of Theology, University of Toronto. Hosted by Stephen Hurley, each episode features in-depth dialogue with leading scholars, educators, and religious leaders exploring the intersections of faith, history, culture, and contemporary life.

Through candid interviews and compelling stories, the series delves into burning questions and pressing issues centered on theology’s relevance today. Listeners gain insight into the dynamic, ecumenical, and multi-faith realities of theological education in Toronto, while discovering why rigorous, curious, and open-minded theological exploration still matters in our rapidly changing world.]]>false1519b7d6-6702-5a11-8f7a-c13bea2560e7episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-vatican-ii-theology-change-and-hope-with-dr-michael-attridge--73437193
Our conversation delves deep into the enduring significance of the Second Vatican Council—Vatican II—exploring how this pivotal event in church history continues to shape theology, faith communities, and the broader world 60 years later.

Whether you’re well-versed in church history or encountering these ideas for the first time, this illuminating conversation reveals why Vatican II remains a vital touchstone for theology today.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73437193Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:29:27 +0000Toronto School of TheologyIn this episode of Toronto Theology Talks,we catch up with Dr. Michael Attridge, a leading scholar of historical and systematic theology at the University of St. Michael’s College in the Toronto School of Theology. Our conversation delves deep into...
Our conversation delves deep into the enduring significance of the Second Vatican Council—Vatican II—exploring how this pivotal event in church history continues to shape theology, faith communities, and the broader world 60 years later.

Whether you’re well-versed in church history or encountering these ideas for the first time, this illuminating conversation reveals why Vatican II remains a vital touchstone for theology today.]]>2085falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/faith-vulnerability-and-recognition-insights-from-dr-gerard-ryan--72856630Dr. Gerard Ryan to explore the profound concepts of mutual accompaniment and recognition, especially in the context of faith-filled living and our relationships with "the vulnerable other."

Drawing from his personal experiences within L'Arche communities and his scholarly journey through recognition theory and theology, Dr. Gerard Ryan reflects on the transformative power of hospitality, the significance of narrative and vulnerability, and the ethical demands of recognizing human dignity.

Join us as we unpack how theological approaches to recognition can inform our personal commitments and shape the future of faith communities, challenging us to encounter the other with justice, empathy, and hope.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72856630Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:46:45 +0000Toronto School of TheologyIn this episode, Stephen Hurley sits down with https://www.tst.edu/faculty-research/directory/ryan-gerardn to explore the profound concepts of mutual accompaniment and recognition, especially in the context of faith-filled living and our relationships...Dr. Gerard Ryan to explore the profound concepts of mutual accompaniment and recognition, especially in the context of faith-filled living and our relationships with "the vulnerable other."

Drawing from his personal experiences within L'Arche communities and his scholarly journey through recognition theory and theology, Dr. Gerard Ryan reflects on the transformative power of hospitality, the significance of narrative and vulnerability, and the ethical demands of recognizing human dignity.

Join us as we unpack how theological approaches to recognition can inform our personal commitments and shape the future of faith communities, challenging us to encounter the other with justice, empathy, and hope.]]>2013falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/theology-as-encounter-listening-across-religious-difference-with-dr-michelle-voss--72506604Dr. Michelle Voss, professor of Theology at Emmanuel College, to explore how comparative theology invites us into transformative dialogue across traditions.

Drawing on her own journey between Christian and Hindu thought, Dr. Michelle Voss unpacks the intellectual and spiritual stakes of listening deeply, the challenges of navigating appropriation and exclusivism, and the virtues that emerge when theology becomes an open-hearted encounter.

Dive in to discover how comparative approaches can deepen understanding—of self, other, and the divine—at a pivotal moment for faith and spirituality.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72506604Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:08:55 +0000Toronto School of TheologyWhat does it mean to truly encounter religious difference? In this episode of Toronto Theology Talks, Stephen Hurley catches up with https://www.emmanuel.utoronto.ca/about-emmanuel/facultystaff-directory/michelle-voss, professor of Theology at...Dr. Michelle Voss, professor of Theology at Emmanuel College, to explore how comparative theology invites us into transformative dialogue across traditions.

Drawing on her own journey between Christian and Hindu thought, Dr. Michelle Voss unpacks the intellectual and spiritual stakes of listening deeply, the challenges of navigating appropriation and exclusivism, and the virtues that emerge when theology becomes an open-hearted encounter.

Dive in to discover how comparative approaches can deepen understanding—of self, other, and the divine—at a pivotal moment for faith and spirituality.]]>2063falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rethinking-adolescence-in-theology-dr-cynthia-cameron-on-youth-faith-and-the-image-of-god--72224100
In this episode of Toronto Theology Talks, Stephen Hurley sits down with Dr. Cynthia Cameron, Assistant Professor of Religious Education and the Patrick and Barbara Keenan Chair at St. Michael's College, to reimagine how the church sees—and values—its youngest members.

Drawing from her article "You Are the Now of God," Dr. Cameron explores a theology where adolescents are loved and enough just as they are, not simply as future adults. Listen in as we discuss theological anthropology, Pope Francis's Christus Vivit, and what happens when churches truly listen to the voices of youth.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72224100Fri, 29 May 2026 11:12:09 +0000Toronto School of TheologyWhat does it mean to embrace adolescence as part of God's image? In this episode of Toronto Theology Talks, Stephen Hurley sits down with https://stmikes.utoronto.ca/about-us/contact-us/directory/cynthia-cameron, Assistant Professor of Religious...
In this episode of Toronto Theology Talks, Stephen Hurley sits down with Dr. Cynthia Cameron, Assistant Professor of Religious Education and the Patrick and Barbara Keenan Chair at St. Michael's College, to reimagine how the church sees—and values—its youngest members.

Drawing from her article "You Are the Now of God," Dr. Cameron explores a theology where adolescents are loved and enough just as they are, not simply as future adults. Listen in as we discuss theological anthropology, Pope Francis's Christus Vivit, and what happens when churches truly listen to the voices of youth.]]>1642falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/disability-theology-and-the-art-of-being-with-insights-from-dr-tom-reynolds--72032324Dr. Tom Reynolds, Associate Professor of Theology at Emmanuel College. 

 Known for his deeply relational approach to theology, Tom’s work explores what it means to be human in communities shaped not by perfection or independence, but by vulnerability, interdependence, and belonging. In this conversation, we focus especially on his work in disability theology and the ways it challenges churches and communities to rethink hospitality, communion, and what it means to truly make space for one another.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72032324Sat, 16 May 2026 15:05:40 +0000Toronto School of TheologyJoin Stephen Hurley as he sits down with https://www.emmanuel.utoronto.ca/about-emmanuel/facultystaff-directory/thomas-e-reynolds Associate Professor of Theology at Emmanuel College.   Known for his deeply relational approach to theology, Tom’s work...Dr. Tom Reynolds, Associate Professor of Theology at Emmanuel College. 

 Known for his deeply relational approach to theology, Tom’s work explores what it means to be human in communities shaped not by perfection or independence, but by vulnerability, interdependence, and belonging. In this conversation, we focus especially on his work in disability theology and the ways it challenges churches and communities to rethink hospitality, communion, and what it means to truly make space for one another.]]>1916falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recovering-lost-voices-women-interpreters-and-the-hidden-history-of-biblical-interpretation-with-dr-marion-taylor--71821566
Dr. Marion Taylor is Professor of Old Testament at Wycliffe College in the Toronto School of Theology]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71821566Fri, 01 May 2026 23:07:24 +0000Toronto School of TheologyUnearth the hidden history of women biblical interpreters with Dr. Marion Taylor and Stephen Hurley. Discover how lost voices are reshaping our understanding of faith, church tradition, and the power of interpretation—and why recovering these stories...
Dr. Marion Taylor is Professor of Old Testament at Wycliffe College in the Toronto School of Theology]]>2138falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/theology-in-a-pluralistic-world-fr-darren-dias-on-service-challenge-and-change--71292202https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71292202Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:13:34 +0000Toronto School of TheologyIn this inaugural episode of Toronto Theology Talks, host Stephen Hurley is joined by Fr. Darren Dias, Executive Director of the Toronto School of Theology, to unpack the living legacy of ecumenism, the evolving role of theology in public life, and...2051falsefull