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Duke Initiatives in Theology and the Arts (DITA) promotes a vibrant engagement of Christian theology and the arts at Duke Divinity School and beyond.

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May is upon us, and another academic year is behind us. We are grateful for a wonderful year, especially for the abundance we have experienced. See the link below for a year-end letter, and thanks to all who made the year meaningful. 💙

https://t.co/lIJrRLGMpc

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Hannah Anderson (@sometimesalight), Hybrid M.Div. '26, is a lay minister, student, and writer pursuing a Certificate in Theology and the Arts. We're so glad she's joined the Duke Divinity and DITA community. See the link below for a full feature.

https://t.co/VscpC5uW1x

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We’re excited to host renowned poet Rev. Dr. @malcolmguite next week! In addition to teaching a course for hybrid students, Dr. Guite will also preach at a local church and present a public lecture at Duke Div. See link below for full details.

https://t.co/ftWhz7pwcv

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"Though winter night will soon surround us here,
Another Advent comes, Dayspring is near.”

We wish all a very Merry Christmas and hope that this poem by @malcolmguite will help us look for the light of Christ in our lives. We are excited to welcome Guite in Jan. Happy Holidays!

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Advent is upon us! Visit the link below to read a thoughtful letter from DITA alumnus, academic, writer, and graphic artist, Dr. Jacki Price-Linnartz.

https://t.co/S7huSN7hJL

@PriceLinnartz #advent2022 #dita

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Livestream links available! See link below for full info about Shane McCrae's lunchtime lecture and evening reading with Dr. Lauren Winner. We hope you can join us!

https://t.co/cF1eDvPlC0

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Come hear from renowned poet Shane McCrae this Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022! McCrae will deliver a lunchtime lecture on the language of forgiveness and an evening reading with Dr. Lauren Winner. See link below for full info. Livestream links coming Thursday!

https://t.co/cF1eDvyiA0

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We are delighted to host renowned poet Shane McCrae for a lunchtime lecture (12:30) at Duke Divinity School and an evening reading and discussion with Dr. Lauren Winner (7 PM) at St. Joseph's Episcopal. We hope you can join us!

Full info here: https://t.co/cF1eDvPlC0

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Meet Rafael, our ThD student for the 2022-23 academic year. He is a jazz musician, electric guitarist, and theologian. His research project lies at the intersection of theology, anthropology, and music. Visit the link below to read a full feature!

https://t.co/jeDD3Q75K4

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Sneak peek: photos from Cries of Loss and Hope. It was a meaningful and transformative night. Visit the link below for a full recap.

https://t.co/ywrcUz31oD

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Meet our guest ensemble from the Raleigh Music Collective! We are excited to welcome these twelve students to the stage THIS Friday. Get your tickets now and hear from these amazing young artists.

https://t.co/ywrcUz2tz5

@DukeArts @DukeDivinity #DITA #criesoflossandhope

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Behind the curtains: we met with PBS NC CEO and @DukeDivinity alumnus David Crabtree for a run through of Cries of Loss and Hope. You won't want to miss this night! Buy tickets: https://t.co/ywrcUz31oD

@DukeDivAlumni @DukeArts @refugeehopenc

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Get tickets now! For more of this incredible music, please join us for Cries of Loss and Hope on September 2nd at 7 PM. Tickets available here: https://t.co/ywrcUz2tz5
Thanks to @DukeDivinity for the reel! @dukearts #dukearts #dita #theologyandthearts #criesoflossandhope

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Tickets on sale now! A concert like no other. DITA hosts Cries of Loss and Hope, a night of lament and celebration through song and word.

7 PM. Sept. 2nd. Baldwin Auditorium. @DukeDivinity @DukeArts

Ticket proceeds go to refugee organizations in NC: https://t.co/ywrcUz2tz5

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SAVE THE DATE: On September 2, 2022, DITA will host the New Caritas Orchestra for a night of reflection and renewal. More info here: https://t.co/ywrcUz2tz5

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@malcolmguite @StephenCherry1 Later, in response to a question about the distinctive capacity of poetry to help us engage the Passion, Malcolm Guite said, "Good poetry always moves away from the abstract and to the body."

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John Robert Lee: "We enter the drama of Christ's Passion through the imagination." #EasterAtKings

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We're thrilled to partner with @Kings_College at @Cambridge_Uni for this year's Easter at King's festival over Holy Week. This week, we'll be sharing photos and updates from DITA staff and friends who are attending and participating in lectures and presentations, so stay tuned!

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We're thrilled to have @juliandavisreid join us this week for a mini-residency, including lectures, chapel, a concert, and more (schedule linked in bio). We hope to see you there!

Not in Durham? Not a problem. Julian's Friday lecture will be livestreamed: https://t.co/2Iwk7g7Txh