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Catherine E. Clifford

Full Professor | Faculy of theology

E-mail : cclifford@ustpaul.ca

Phone : 613 236-1393 , extension 2281

Office : GIG 364

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Catherine E. Clifford is Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology. Her research interests and publications are focused primarily in the areas of ecclesiology, ecumenism, and the history of the Second Vatican Council, with a particular emphasis on the understanding of conversion and renewal of the churches, the development of doctrines, and the unity and diversity of Christian communions within the world Christian movement. Catherine served as a North American delegate to the Synod “For A Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, Mission,” held in Rome in 2023–2024. Her recent work reflects on this experience and the ongoing implementation of the Synod. She is a dynamic teacher who enjoys engaging with students from diverse horizons. Her courses explore the changing role and methodologies of theology as it reflects on contemporary issues in service of church and society.

Ph.D. (Theology), University of St. Michael’s College, Toronto

S.T.L., Université de Fribourg, Switzerland

Graduate Certificate, Ecumenical Studies, Ecumenical Institute of Bossey

B.A. (Hons. Religious Studies), University of Waterloo.

Member of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies