Stephen Chester

Lord and Lady Coggan Professor of New Testament
PhD in New Testament (University of Glasgow), BD (University of Glasgow)
BA (University of York)
Denomination: Presbyterian
Speaks on the following topics:

Preaching

  • Lectionary text for that day
  • Sermon on a text that he has chosen

Other speaking engagements

  • Issues in Pauline theology
  • Reading Paul with the Reformers
  • Book studies: Gospel of John, Romans, Galatians, 1 Corinthians, 1 Peter
  • The nature of the Bible as God's Word
Other:
  • Language: English
  • Audio/Visuals: Mic;. PowerPoint depending on the type of presentation and audience
  • Travel Restrictions: Flexible, but preference is within the GTA only
  • Accessibility issues or requirements: None
  • Recommended Honorarium: as per FAQ
  • Booking lead time: 6 months in advance
  • Cancellation lead time: as per FAQ
Bio:

Stephen has taught New Testament at Wycliffe College since 2019. He was previously a member of faculty at North Park Theological Seminary, Chicago (2006-2019) and International Christian College, Glasgow (1999-2006). Originally from Liverpool, England, he also lived for significant periods in both Wales and Scotland before moving to the United States. Stephen’s research interests focus on Pauline theology, especially the history of reception of Paul’s texts in the Reformation era. They also include conversion in the ancient world and the theological interpretation of Scripture. Stephen is married to Betsy and they have two adult sons, Iain and Mark. Stephen enjoys reading both detective fiction, especially if set in Scotland, and historical studies, mainly of the medieval period. He also enjoys following his favorite sports teams: Liverpool and Partick Thistle (football) and Lancashire (cricket). He has a long-standing interest in urban ministry and mission and has been formed by having been a long-term member of two small city churches: Ruchazie Parish Church, Glasgow (Church of Scotland) and Immanuel Evangelical Covenant Church, Chicago.

 

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Lord and Lady Coggan Professor of New Testament
Denomination: Presbyterian