the·ol·o·gy \thē-ä-lə-jē\ (noun) the study of God and God’s relation to the world
2015 “Thought Matters”
Conference Scholarships
The Salvation Army New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga Territory is pleased
to offer scholarships to the “Thought Matters” theological conference.
“Thought Matters”
The Salvation Army Tri-Territorial Theological Forum Conference
Living as people of hope in a time of despair:
A Christian response to evil and suffering
Sydney, Australia
4-6 September 2015
Jesus continually challenged mainstream perspectives on suffering and
pain. He said that he came to give us life in all its fullness (Jn 10:10).
But he also said that it was those who are poor in spirit and those that
mourn who will be blessed (Mt 5:5-6). He said that in him we would
have peace. But he also said that we would face trials and sorrows of
many kinds (Jn 16:33). Rather than avoid suffering, Jesus embraced it
and made it his lifework. This conference aims to provide an opportunity
for us to think deeply about what it is to suffer and yet have life. It aims
to stimulate thought as well as inspire action.
Presenters will address a range of topics relating to suffering including
disability and dementia, the experiences of asylum seekers, war and
terrorism, despair and lamentation. We will consider biblical and
doctrinal perspectives on pain, and foster discussions on appropriate
pastoral responses.
For more information and registration forms see the webpage
http://www.sarmy.org.au/Events/Thought-Matters-Conference2015/Thought-Matters-Conference-2015/
or on Facebook www.facebook.com/thoughtmatters
Scholarships available:
NZFT Territorial Headquarters have approved ten scholarships of $500
for soldiers and adherents to contribute to costs for conference
registration, travel and accommodation.
Details of eligibility and selection criteria are outlined on the next page.
Applications due – Friday 31 July 2015
Applications received after this date will be considered if funds allow.
See next page for scholarship criteria and application process.
For further information contact Caroline Jewkes, phone 027 667 4618
or email thought_matters@nzf.salvationarmy.org
Scholarship Provision
A limited number of each of the following subsidies will be available:
 $500 for soldiers and adherents to contribute to costs of registration, travel and accommodation
Selection
 Scholarships are open to Salvation Army soldiers or adherent members in New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga.
Officer costs should be covered by appointment budgets as part of ongoing learning and development.
 Successful applicants will have demonstrated an interest in theology and a commitment to the mission of
The Salvation Army, as outlined in the attached application form.
 Any other funding received (TSA or other) is to be declared in the attached application. This will not
necessarily preclude award of subsidies but may be taken into account in selection.
 Applications will be assessed by the Tri-Territorial Theological Forum members (NZFT).
Application and Administration
 The scholarships will be administered as a grant, payable on evidence of registration and travel bookings.
Bank account details should be included with the application.
 Conference registration and arrangements for attendance, including travel and accommodation, will be
your own responsibility.
 Successful applicants will be required to provide a short written report (approximately 200 – 400 words) on
their learning from this conference. This report will be distributed to your corps leaders, and divisional and
territorial leaders.
 Spouses may each submit an application. Each application will be considered separately and on its own
merits.
 To apply, please submit a completed application form (attached), including endorsement from your Corps
Officer of Line Manager, by Friday 31st July 2015. Applications received after this date will be considered
if funds allow.
 Successful applicants will be notified by Friday 7th August 2015 or one week after receipt for late
applications.
Officers wishing to attend the “Thought Matters” conference should follow the normal processes for travel
and conference attendance, in consultation with their Line Manager (DC, HOD, NM)
For further information contact Caroline Jewkes, phone 027 667 4618
or email thought_matters @nzf.salvationarmy.org.
2015 Theology Conference Scholarship – Application Form
Name:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
Corps:
Bank account name and number:
What is your interest in theology? Please include brief details of any formal study
and/or informal learning (reading, conference attendance, etc) which you have undertaken
Are you a student?
Yes / No
Qualification and Institution: ..................................................................................
Why would you be a worthy recipient of this scholarship?
Applicant Declaration:

I am a Salvation Army Soldier or Adherent Member [NB: officer costs should be paid for
through appointment funds]

I acknowledge that I am responsible for all arrangements relating to registration for and
attendance at the conference

I will present a brief written report of my learning, to be submitted no later than one month
after conference attendance
Other funding:

I am not receiving any other funding support to attend the conference OR

I am receiving other funding as follows [note details here]:
Signed (Applicant):
Date:
Corps Officer/Line Manager Endorsement: Please feel free to include any other comments
below

This applicant is a Soldier or Adherent Member in the NZFT territory

This applicant has demonstrated an interest in theology and a commitment to the mission of
The Salvation Army

I support their application for this scholarship and their attendance at the conference.
Comments:
Signed (CO/Line Manager):
Date:
Completed application forms should be submitted by Friday 31st July 2015 to:
TM Scholarship Co-ordinator
The Salvation Army
P O Box 500
Hamilton 3240
Or email thought_matters@nzf.salvationarmy.org