South African Theological Seminary

18/06/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Rev. Dr. David Ambola Njong! 🎉

We are delighted to announce that Rev. Dr. David Ambola Njong has successfully defended his PhD in his Oral Defense!

Please join us in congratulating Rev. Dr. David Ambola Njong on this outstanding accomplishment. We pray that the Lord will continue to use his scholarship and ministry for the advancement of His Kingdom and the blessing of many.

👏 Congratulations, Dr. Njong! May God richly bless you in this next chapter of your academic and ministry journey.

17/06/2026

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming the way we work, communicate, and make decisions. In this thought-provoking presentation, Kristen Davis explores the ethical challenges and opportunities created by AI, addressing crucial questions about bias, accountability, transparency, and the impact of intelligent systems on society. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into everyday life, Davis encourages us to think critically about how these technologies should be developed and governed to promote human flourishing and the common good. This is an insightful discussion for anyone interested in the future of technology and its moral implications.

For more information about SATS, visit https://sats.ac.za. Discla...

15/06/2026

We are delighted to celebrate the successful PhD Oral Defense of Dr. Solomon Nortey. This significant achievement reflects years of dedication, perseverance, rigorous research, and academic excellence.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Solomon Nortey on the successful completion of his PhD Oral Defense!

Well done, Dr. Nortey!

12/06/2026

TODAY at 14:00 CAT, in recognition of Children and Youth Month, we will focus on children and their importance in the church. Look forward to hearing from Pastor Nkosana Rachel Ntuli, Reverend Mafasa Nyama Ratsoma, Pastor Tony Mashao Seaka, Richard Lundie, and Apostle Vusi Fele as they discuss “Why Should the Church Bother with Babies?”

Click here to join us: https://sats.ac.za/live-events/june-symposia/

10/06/2026

SATS is proud to announce the 2027 full PhD scholarship and research internship for emerging South African theologians interested in Theology and Praxis in Pastoral Care and Christian Counselling. The opportunity includes a fully paid PhD scholarship, as well as experience in research assistance. SATS is inviting proposals that integrate biblical and theological understandings of transformation with practical expressions in pastoral care and Christian counselling in the African context.

Click here for details:

https://sats.ac.za/2027-sats-phd-scholarship-and-internship/

09/06/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Ifiok Ukobo! 🎉

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Ifiok Ukobo has successfully defended their PhD and passed their oral defense.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Ifiok Ukobo on this remarkable accomplishment. We wish them every success as they continue to make valuable contributions to their field and beyond.

09/06/2026

Ruth Lundie & Nielen Bekker - Faith Formation in Early Childhood

For more information about SATS, visit https://sats.ac.za. Discla...

08/06/2026

Job Opening: Part-Time Lecturer

https://sats.ac.za/vacancy-page/

03/06/2026

"The Danish theologian and philosopher, Søren Kierkegaard once told a story of a king who fell in love with a poor maiden, but he realized that there was a problem. How would he reveal his love to her? He could command her to be his queen. But that would not be an ideal way to earn her love. Then he thought perhaps he could give her royal gifts. But that too is problematic because how would he ever know that she loved him for himself despite the gifts? Finally, he came up with a solution. He took off his crown, relinquished his scepter, laid aside his royal robes, and took upon himself the life of a peasant. He became as ragged as the one he loved so that he could be with her forever. This story tells of the distance between the king and the maiden and how the king overcame their distance... [Click here to read further].

The Danish theologian and philosopher, Søren Kierkegaard once told a story of a king who fell in love with a poor maiden, but he realized that there was a problem. How would he reveal his love to her? He could command her to be his queen. But that would not be an ideal way

29/05/2026

This e-conference investigates the theology and praxis of Christlike formation. It seeks to integrate biblical and theological understandings of transformation with practical expressions in pastoral care and Christian counselling, encouraging deeper reflection on how theology informs, sustains, and embodies the process of becoming like Christ. Conference presenters are required to articulate a biblically grounded theology of Christlikeness. Speakers are invited to engage with themes such as: (1) How the formative journey shapes and sustains discipleship and pastoral identity. (2) The integration of spiritual formation, theology, and counselling praxis in ministry contexts. (3) The dialogue on how care, community, and counselling contribute to Christlike transformation in the African context.

All submissions will be reviewed by a Selection Committee. The decision of the Selection Committee is final, and the Committee is not obligated to provide any explanation for their ruling. Papers presented can be submitted for consideration for publication in Conspectus, the journal of the South African Theological Seminary.

An e-Conference hosted by the South African Theological Seminary 24–26 February 2027 Call for Papers This e-conference investigates the theology and praxis of Christlike formation. It seeks to integrate biblical and theological understandings of transformation with practical expressions in pastora...