Thomas Jay Oord

A Systematic Theology of Love: Volume 1: God and Creation A Systematic Theology of Love: Volume 1: God and Creation [Oord, Thomas Jay] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. A Systematic Theology of Love: Volume 1: God and Creation

t's out and available today! To my knowledge, this is the first book ever written with the title, A Systematic Theology of Love. I address that odd fact in the first chapter.
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ORTCON - Center for Open & Relational Theology The center promotes open and relational theology in its various forms. It fosters networks, develops resources, sponsors projects, and promotes events that deepen and broaden open and relational theol...

Time to start thinking about summer! And let me encourage you to attend ORTCON, this June 29-July 3 at the Grand Targhee Resort. We have a great lineup of speakers. Here's the info page... c4ort.com/ortcon/ and a video invitation... youtu.be/wc9jRVSQQtQ

What if Fundamental Reality Has Mental and Material Aspects?

I appreciate the opportunity to compare my view of material-mental monism with David Bentley Hart's views. Thanks especially to Thomas Burnett of the John Templeton Foundation. Since this appeared, DBH and I have had private conversations about our differences. www.templeton.org/news/what-if...

Social media highlighted this photo from two years ago, and it reminded me of good times with Tripp!

A few years ago, I made photos of three mountain lions in the Owyhees. I recently put a few trail cams in that area, and apparently the lions are still around.

Last chance to register for ORTLine26, this Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 12-14! Register now and also get all the conference sessions after the event as audio downloads! www.eventbrite.com/e/ortline-20...

I had a great time in Napa, California at Crosswalk Community Church hanging out with Pete, Jessica, and Michael! I loved the sanctuary backdrop of Yosemite too.

Thanks, Vickie!

The book I've been working on will be released in March. And I love the cover!

Getting super stoked for ORTLINE26! Had the privilege of participating in the past and am honored to be a part of this year’s put on by @thomasjayoord.bsky.social and Center for Open and Relational Theology and it’s 100% online!

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We've got a great lineup of books, authors, and panelists scheduled for ORTLine26 -- Open and Relational Theology online conference. Register now as earlybird for just $29. Recordings of the sessions are available after the conference to those who register now. www.eventbrite.com/e/ortline-20...

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I'm excited to begin 2026 directing these doctoral students in open and relational theology! And it was a pleasure to work with those who recently graduated. For info on the doctoral programs, see this link: www.northwindseminary.org/cort-2024

Which cover do you prefer? Some context: this is a collection of about 15 scholarly and practical essays exploring the theme in the book's title. The project is commissioned by Stephen G. Post and the Institute for Research on Unlimited Love, and a conference is planned at Linacre College (Oxford).

Bart Ehrman and NT Wright on the Problem of Evil Does the Bible overcome the biggest obstacle to belief in God?

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Ehrman & Wright on the Problem of Evil - For The Love of Wisdom and The Wisdom of Love I'm finishing the first of a three-volume, systematic theology of love. In a chapter on providence, I address the problem of evil. I've written about the

Bart Ehrman and NT Wright on the problem of evil... thomasjayoord.com/index.php/bl...

A photo I like from my recent hike...

Took a nice New England hike today with a couple long-time friends!

...something I formulated while listening to Tripp Fuller and Andrew Davis discuss Religion in the Making.

I'm looking forward to speaking in Houston this weekend with Deanna Young and Mark Umstot! Here's a link with info on the event. I'm closing my lecture with this quote from Ted Campbell. wildwood-umc.org/grace-in-mot...

YouTube video by Liminal Living Two views of God and how prayer works

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As a college senior, I read a rough draft of a new systematic theology. It was written by Ray Dunning. I loved it! It used relational language to make sense of grace, faith, and holiness. Today, Dunning turns 99 years old. Congrats, Ray!

The Decline of Omnipotencein Pop Culture - Center for Open & Relational Theology The Decline of Omnipotencein Pop Culture By Nick Polk Pop culture illustrates the move from traditional power towards collective power through love. In a 2022 interview with the late night … Continue ...

You can read my chapter “The Decline of Omnipotence in Pop Culture” for free here along with @thomasjayoord.bsky.social’s response. There is a link to the book of essays it’s a part of if you’re interested in alternative theologies to those of more classical types!

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Thanks for being a part of the event!

I had a great time talking about creating and saving the world at Theology beer camp! Special thanks to Bo, Grace, and Jake for being great copanelists. And thanks to Mark Umstot for this photo!

Yes, my mistake!

I agree!

Can love be systematic? With Thomas J Oord. A recording from Thomas Jay Oord and 👉🏻jonathan_foster's live video

Jonathan Foster pushes and probes my writing a systematic theology of love. thomasjayoord759927.substack.com/p/can-love-b...