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Saints and Scholars
by Andrew Curry
Discussion about the history and current issues facing the church across the island of Ireland
Episodes
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Language, Power and Baptist missionaries- Bringing the Reformation through Irish Schools- An interview with Dr Karina Bénazech Wendling
This episode is an interview with Dr Karina Bénazech Wendling about the subject she will be addressing at the Irish Baptist Historical Society on Thursday 13th May 2025 at 5:45pm This lecture will dive into the long and complex history of Gaelic suppression in Ireland—from medieval laws designed…
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Jonathan Edwards and the Lord’s Supper- Primer Discussion with Dr David Luke
Dr David Luke will be speaking on “Jonathan Edwards and the Lord’s Supper” for the Irish Baptist Historical Society Autumn Lecture 2023. This video is a primer discussion with Dr Luke about Edwards’ view of the Lord’s Supper and its relevance to churches today
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When Gentry get Baptised- The Story of Brannockstown Baptist Church- Interview with Richard Blayney
Brannockstown Baptist Church has a long and rich history. It was founded around 1870 by John La Touche, master of the Harristown estate (the La Touches were wealthy and influential aristocrats in France until the Huguenot expulsion). John La Touche became a Christian and was baptised by the...
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Baptist Youth- The History and Work of the Department (An Interview with Matt Campbell)
This episode considers the history and work of Baptist Youth (a department of the Association of Baptist Churches in Ireland) by interviewing Matt Campbell the Director of Baptist Youth. Matt has been working as Baptist Youth Director since January 2016. He was born and raised in Ballymena.…
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Baptist Women- The History and Work of the Department (An Interview with Gail Curry)
This episode considers the history and work of Irish Baptist Women (a department of the Association of Baptist Churches in Ireland) by interviewing Gail Curry the Baptist Women’s Director. Gail is married to Steven Curry who is pastor. After studying at Belfast Bible College they went out with...
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What will we do with John Nelson Darby?
In this episode Dr Crawford Gribben discusses the complex and quickly dismissed theologian John Nelson Darby (1800-1882) and the Brethren movement on the island of Ireland. Dr. Crawford Gribben teaches history in Belfast and is the author of numerous books.
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Thomas Patient- One of the First Irish Baptist Pastors (Part 2)- An Interview with Dr. Micah Caswell
Thomas Patient was active in establishing some of the first Baptist churches in Ireland during the mid-seventeenth century. This is the second in a two-part interview. This episode considers Thomas Patient's contribution to Baptist Ecclesiology and highlights several lessons for the modern…
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Thomas Patient- One of the First Irish Baptist Pastors (Part 1)- An Interview with Dr. Micah Caswell
This is the first of a two-part interview. This episode considers who Thomas Patient was and the planting of Baptist works in Waterford and Dublin. Micah Caswell is married to Kristen and they have two children. He is the author of Thomas Patient: The Father of the Irish Baptist Church, and he is...
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Abortion Law in Ireland- A History and Considered Response (An Interview with Dr Paul Coulter)
This extended episode with Dr. Paul Coulter recalls the history of the rapidly changing law and thinking around abortion provision in the North and South of the island and considers how Christians should think and respond. Dr. Paul Coulter has worked as a doctor, cross-cultural pastor, lecturer…
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It’s Complicated- an interview with Dr Crawford Gribben about issues in Ireland during the 1600’s
In this episode Dr Crawford Gribben discusses the complicated issues of Baptist Origins, Oliver Cromwell, and how glorious was the Glorious Revolution? Dr. Crawford Gribben teaches history in Belfast and the author of numerous books.
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A Failed Reformation- An Interview with Dr. Crawford Gribben
This episode discusses the early 1600’s in Ireland. A time full of notable characters and events but ultimately a period of failed reformation. Dr Gribben highlights both the great failure of the movement in Ireland, lessons evangelicals may reflect on, and several examples of how God used…
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1500 Years of Columba (Part 2)- An Interview with Dr. Bruce Ritchie
This is the second of a two-part interview. This episode considers the impact and theology of Columba who was born 1500 years ago this year. Bruce Ritchie has taught Scottish Church History and Understanding Worship at Highland Theological College (University of the Highlands and Islands) in...
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1500 Years of Columba (Part 1)- An Interview with Dr. Bruce Ritchie
This is the first of a two-part interview with Dr. Bruce Ritchie. This episode considers the setting and life of Columba who was born 1500 years ago this year. Bruce Ritchie has taught Scottish Church History and Understanding Worship at Highland Theological College (University of the Highlands…
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The Irish Baptist College- It's History and Work (An Interview with Davy Ellison)
This episode considers the history and work of the Irish Baptist College by interviewing Davy Ellison the Director of Training at the College. Davy graduated with BD and MTh degrees from the College and is currently conducting doctoral research in Biblical Studies. Before being appointed as the...
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Saint Patrick- His Legacy (An Interview with Dr. Michael Haykin)
This is the third in a three-part interview with Dr. Haykin. This episode considers the legacy Patrick left on the island of Ireland. Dr Michael Haykin is the Professor of Church History and Biblical Spirituality at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary where he also serves as the Director of...
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Saint Patrick- His Theology (An Interview with Dr. Michael Haykin)
This is the second in a three-part interview with Dr. Haykin. This episode consider several aspects of Patrick’s theology revealed in his writings. Dr Michael Haykin is the Professor of Church History and Biblical Spirituality at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary where he also serves as…
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Saint Patrick- The Man Behind the Myth (An Interview with Dr Michael Haykin)
This is the first in a three-part interview with Dr. Haykin. This episode seeks to look beyond the myth to understand the true story of Saint Patrick. Dr Michael Haykin is the Professor of Church History and Biblical Spirituality at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary where he also serves…
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Lay of the Land in 2021 (An Interview with Trevor Ramsey)
This episode is an interview with Trevor Ramsey the president of the Association of Baptist Churches in Ireland. Trevor presents his analysis of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats facing Irish Baptist churches at the start of 2021. Trevor Ramsey has served as a pastor in the...
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An Introduction
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Discussion about the history and current issues facing the church across the island of Ireland
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Andrew Curry
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