TARN Conversation: Theology, Action Research, and Change
12th March 2026, 14:00 pm – 15:30 pm (GMT).
We are excited to announce that this TARN seminar is hosted by Dr Simon Hallonsten, Lecturer in Practical Theology, University College Stockholm, Prof Jonas Ideström, Head of Department of Religious Studies and Theology at the University College Stockholm, and Dr Maria Ledstam, Lecturer in Practical Theology at the University College Stockholm.
In theological action research, change is both a hoped-for outcome and a key lens for understanding situations. Yet change does not always occur—or move in the direction we intend. In this conversation, we will explore the relationship between theology, action research, and change, asking why change sometimes remains elusive and what this means for how we pursue theological action research in practice, including how much the various researchers involved should themselves shape and influence the processes of change.
We warmly invite you to watch our panel discussions of 2025 and 2024 by following the links to
- TARN Seminar 2025: Just knowing: How do we create knowledge that does justice to marginalized voices?
- TARN Seminar 2024: Engaging with theological action research in doctoral work
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