Evil Unleashed; Evil Tamed: Four Christian Perspectives

Name: Evil Unleashed; Evil Tamed: Four Christian Perspectives
Start: 2026-03-28T09:00:00+11:00
End: 2026-03-28T09:00:00+11:00
Location: 20-22 National Circuit

About

Discover four distinct Christian perspectives on one of humanity’s deepest questions. A thought-provoking full-day seminar (9am to 5pm) with opportunities for reflection, dialogue, and response. $50, with morning tea, light lunch & afternoon tea included.

Rev Dr Bruce A Stevens (PhD Boston University 1987), retired clinical and forensic psychologist, Wicking Professor in practical theology CSU (2014-2019). He is on the ministry team at Wesley Uniting Church. His most recent book is on recovery and growth after spiritual trauma is soon to be published with ATF Press.

9am ‘Towards a Psychological Perspective on Evil’

Dr Amy J. Erickson is Lecturer in Theology & Ethics at St Mark's National Theological Centre. She is co-author of the recently published Sabbath Gospel: A New Narrative About Time, Rest, and the Work of the Church (IVP, 2026).

11am ‘A Biblical-Theological Exploration of Evil’

Rt Rev Dr Stephen Pickard is an adjunct Professor of theology at Charles Sturt University. He is a retired Anglican Bishop and formerly executive director of the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture.

1.30pm ‘Institutional and Societal Manifestations of Evil’

Rev Dr Ockert Meyer Lecturer in theology and preaching, United Theological College. He has recent publications in Stellenbosch Theological Journal and International Journal of Homiletics. He was previously Minister of the Word at Wesley Church.

3.30pm ‘Evil makes us human’: The remarkable unremarkableness of evil.

*All ticket sales are final and non‑refundable. Funds raised will be used to cover the cost of the new dishwasher for Wesley Uniting Church.

*To ensure all guests are accommodated, please let us know if you have any dietary requirements.