CBAP Concludes 27th Annual Convention: Biblical Scholarship in the Service of Peace
The Catholic Biblical Association of the Philippines (CBAP) recently concluded its 27th Annual Convention at the PBS Tower on United Nations Avenue, Manila. Around 60 members, invited guests, and observers participated in the three-day gathering. Alongside 15 scholarly conference papers, two major keynote papers were presented: His Eminence Pablo Virgilio Cardinal David delivered an engaging presentation on the biblical theology of peace of Pope Leo XIV. Drawing particularly
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Program of Activities - CBAP 27th Convention
Download PDF version here. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qbY3cHYvZ9LhWZ-2tAxrdfZI9EZ0uDZY/view?usp=drivesdk Program of Activites FRIDAY • SEPTEMBER 18 2:00 PM — Onsite Registration & Check-in 4:00 PM — Coffee Break 5:00 PM — Opening Liturgy & Bible Enthronement 5:15 PM — Welcome Remarks, Welcome on behalf of PBS & Orientation to the Convention Program 5:45 PM — KEYNOTE ADDRESS I “Suffering, Resistance and Freedom: A Post-Colonial Subaltern (Dalit) Study of Isaiah 52:13–53:
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27th CBAP Conference Papers
The Catholic Biblical Association of the Philippines (CBAP) gathers biblical scholars, theologians, teachers, and students of Scripture for its 27th Annual Convention, exploring how the Word of God speaks to a world marked by war, violence, injustice, suffering, and the longing for peace. This year's convention carries the theme, "Beat Swords into Plowshares, Be Peacemakers" (cf. Isaiah 2:4; Matthew 5:9), with the subtitle "The Word in a World at War." ............ MAJOR PAPE
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Registration Is Now Open! 27th Annual Convention of the Catholic Biblical Association of the Philippines (CBAP)
The Catholic Biblical Association of the Philippines (CBAP) is pleased to announce that registration is now open for its 27th Annual Convention, which will be held on 18–20 September 2026 (Friday–Sunday) at the PBS Tower, UN Avenue, Malate, Manila. This year's convention carries the theme, "Beat Swords into Plowshares, Be Peacemakers" (cf. Isaiah 2:4; Matthew 5:9), with the subtitle "The Word in a World at War." Against the backdrop of a world marked by violence, conflict, a
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CBAP Opens Reservations for 27th Annual Convention on “The Word in a World at War”
MANILA, Philippines — The Catholic Biblical Association of the Philippines (CBAP) has officially opened reservations for its 27th Annual Convention, which will be held on 18–20 September 2026 at the PBS Tower, UN Avenue, Malate, Manila. Carrying the theme, “Beat Swords into Plowshares, Be Peacemakers” (cf. Isaiah 2:4; Matthew 5:9), with the subtitle “The Word in a World at War,” this year’s convention will examine the biblical call to peace, justice, reconciliation, and hope
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CBAP Membership Applications Now Open!
The Catholic Biblical Association of the Philippines (CBAP) warmly welcomes applications for membership from those engaged in biblical studies, teaching, research, and ministry. Membership Categories & Qualifications: 🔹 FULL MEMBER - Applicants must possess a graduate degree equivalent to a Licentiate in Sacred Scripture (SSL). 🔹 ASSOCIATE MEMBER - Applicants must possess a Master’s degree with specialization in biblical science or a licentiate in theology. Applicants must
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📣 CALL FOR PAPERS - CBAP 27th Annual Convention
The Catholic Biblical Association of the Philippines (CBAP) invites its members to submit papers that reflect on the enduring relevance of Scripture in addressing the urgent challenges of our time.
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