The Theology Programme has established the McKinlay–Matheson Memorial Lectures to honour two leading figures in Aotearoa New Zealand’s intellectual and theological life:
Judith McKinlay, a pioneering biblical scholar, was known for her incisive feminist readings of the Hebrew Bible and her commitment to reading Scripture in dialogue with the land, people, and postcolonial realities of the South Pacific.
Peter Matheson, a distinguished historian and theologian, brought a deep sensitivity to the struggles of the marginalised, weaving together scholarship, activism, and a rich understanding of Reformation history and contemporary justice movements.
Contribute to the Judith McKinlay and Peter Matheson Memorial Lectures to ensure this lecture is a permanent annual fixture on the Theology Programme calendar. As of March 2026, we have raised over $30,000 towards a goal of $56,000 total.
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