Robin Parry
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Robin Parry is a Christian theologian
best known for editing and writing (both as himself and under the pseudonym "Gregory MacDonald" revealed in 2009 books such as Universal Salvation? The Current Debate, Worshipping Trinity and The Evangelical Universalist. The latter has arguably been his most controversial work, given that Christian Universalism
is still widely regarded as incompatible with Evangelicalism
. As a day job he is an editor for Wipf and Stock Press — a US-based theological publisher.
on Genesis 34 under the supervision of Gordon J. Wenham and Craig Bartholomew
. He was a sixth form
college teacher in Worcester
, UK, for eleven years, before starting work in publishing in 2001 for Paternoster
and, since 2010, for Wipf & Stock.
perspective in our worship".
Due to the controversial nature of his book The Evangelical Universalist, Parry has appeared twice as a guest on Premier Christian Radio
.
On 3 February 2011, Spurgeon's College
hosted a conference titled "Is Universalism an Evangelical Option?". Parry gave a talk titled "Evangelical Universalism: Oxymoron?". Derek Tidball
, Nigel Wright
and Graham Watts also presented talks. For a more detailed review of the conference see the organizer's review or the quite extensive notes on each of the papers.
Christian theology
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best known for editing and writing (both as himself and under the pseudonym "Gregory MacDonald" revealed in 2009 books such as Universal Salvation? The Current Debate, Worshipping Trinity and The Evangelical Universalist. The latter has arguably been his most controversial work, given that Christian Universalism
Christian Universalism
Christian Universalism is a school of Christian theology which includes the belief in the doctrine of universal reconciliation, the view that all human beings or all fallen creatures will ultimately be restored to right relationship with God....
is still widely regarded as incompatible with Evangelicalism
Evangelicalism
Evangelicalism is a Protestant Christian movement which began in Great Britain in the 1730s and gained popularity in the United States during the series of Great Awakenings of the 18th and 19th century.Its key commitments are:...
. As a day job he is an editor for Wipf and Stock Press — a US-based theological publisher.
Early career
Parry did a PhDPHD
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on Genesis 34 under the supervision of Gordon J. Wenham and Craig Bartholomew
Craig Bartholomew
Craig Bartholomew is the H. Evan Runner Professor of philosophy at Redeemer University College. He has published a great number of works, and is involved in a number of different Academic communities...
. He was a sixth form
Sixth form
In the education systems of England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and of Commonwealth West Indian countries such as Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Belize, Jamaica and Malta, the sixth form is the final two years of secondary education, where students, usually sixteen to eighteen years of age,...
college teacher in Worcester
Worcester
The City of Worcester, commonly known as Worcester, , is a city and county town of Worcestershire in the West Midlands of England. Worcester is situated some southwest of Birmingham and north of Gloucester, and has an approximate population of 94,000 people. The River Severn runs through the...
, UK, for eleven years, before starting work in publishing in 2001 for Paternoster
Paternoster
A paternoster or paternoster lift is a passenger elevator which consists of a chain of open compartments that move slowly in a loop up and down inside a building without stopping. Passengers can step on or off at any floor they like...
and, since 2010, for Wipf & Stock.
Interviews
After Parry's book Worshipping Trinity was published, Grace Communion International had an extensive interview with him on "the importance of having a trinitarianTrinity
The Christian doctrine of the Trinity defines God as three divine persons : the Father, the Son , and the Holy Spirit. The three persons are distinct yet coexist in unity, and are co-equal, co-eternal and consubstantial . Put another way, the three persons of the Trinity are of one being...
perspective in our worship".
Due to the controversial nature of his book The Evangelical Universalist, Parry has appeared twice as a guest on Premier Christian Radio
Premier Christian Radio
Premier Christian Radio is a British Christian radio station wholly owned by the charity Premier Christian Media Trust.Premier Christian Radio broadcasts Christian programming including news, debate, teachings and Christian music to London and the surrounding areas.It operates on three frequencies...
.
Speaking engagements
On 29 November 2010, Chawn Hill Church (which does not hold Parry's views) invited him as a special guest to speak on "A Christian Universalism?".On 3 February 2011, Spurgeon's College
Spurgeon's College
Spurgeon's College is a theological institute of higher learning located in South Norwood Hill, London. It was founded by Charles Haddon Spurgeon, known as 'the Prince of Preachers' and in his time minister of the largest church in the world, the Metropolitan Tabernacle at Elephant and Castle...
hosted a conference titled "Is Universalism an Evangelical Option?". Parry gave a talk titled "Evangelical Universalism: Oxymoron?". Derek Tidball
Derek Tidball
Derek Tidball is a British theologian, sociologist of religion and Baptist minister. From 1995 to 2007 he was the principal of the London School of Theology.-Education:...
, Nigel Wright
Nigel Wright
Nigel Wright is a record producer from England. His career as music producer, orchestrator and songwriter has scored five Number one singles, 31 Top 20 singles and a string of platinum albums with recording artists as diverse as Madonna, Shakatak, Mezzoforte, Barbra Streisand, Boyzone, Sonia,...
and Graham Watts also presented talks. For a more detailed review of the conference see the organizer's review or the quite extensive notes on each of the papers.