This workshop, hosted by the Institute for Religion and Critical Inquiry (ACU), seeks to investigate the ongoing and transforming cultural resonance of the varied New Testament Marys, in global Christian culture from the early Christian era to the present, including their evolving (and sometimes conflated) identities and characteristics, their theological and personal meaning for individuals and societies, and their changing visual forms and material presence. Contributors will demonstrate the Marys’ significance in shaping religio-cultural identities for cohorts ranging from small communities of women to whole nations. This workshop brings together theologians and historians whose different methodologies complement one another in tracing these women’s historic legacies as both exemplars of religious and gendered virtue and as active heavenly protectors.

This is a hybrid workshop, via Zoom or in person.

Room Location: IRCI Meeting Room, Level 4, 250 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy

Please RSVP to susan.broomhall@acu.edu.au to be added to the Zoom meeting, stating which day(s) you will attend and whether you will be joining us in person or online.

See below for programme details.