In 2026–27, Theos celebrates 20 years of shaping public debate on religion and society. Since its founding, Theos has worked to deepen public understanding of how faith shapes our common life: through research, public engagement, and convening thoughtful conversation across difference. Theos at 20 will comprise a year–long programme of lectures, events, and ideas that looks ahead as much as it looks back, asking how faith, values, and moral reasoning can contribute to a more humane, trustworthy, and hopeful public life in the decades to come.
Theos 20th anniversary events
20 April – Science, faith and the future of humanity, with Dr Francis Collins, Dr Nick Spencer and Madeleine Davies (Church Times) – St Martin–in–the–Fields
What a night. Thank you to those who joined us at St Martin–in–the–Fields for Science, Faith and the Future of Humanity, with Dr Francis Collins and Dr Nick Spencer. Whether you joined us in–person or online, we hope you are encouraged and inspired by the conversation and reminded of the value of faith in making a difference across all areas of life.
10 July – Art, creativity and what it means to be human in the age of AI, with Dr Rowan Williams, Prof Marcus du Sautoy, Rev Ayla Lepine, Dr Nathan Mladin, and Chine McDonald – The National Gallery
Look back at a fascinating conversation guided by the National Gallery’s collection.
Upcoming events
16 September – Faith in Democracy, chaired by Mishal Husain (Bloomberg) with Dame Caroline Spelman, Vicky Fox, Revd Dr James Hawkey and Dr Nick Spencer. – Westminster Abbey
If you attended Faith in Democracy we’d love to hear what you thought. Please take two minutes to complete our feedback survey by clicking this link. Your feedback helps us shape future Theos events.
Thank you for joining us.
22 October – The Return of the Common Good with Prof Mariana Mazzucato and a response from Professor Anna Rowlands – Southwark Cathedral
Find out more and register here.
Could you support Theos in our 20th year?
There will be many opportunities throughout this year to get involved in our 20th anniversary events, and support this important work into the future.
As we mark this milestone, we’re inviting a small group of visionary supporters to help secure our future through the Theos Major Donors Programme, The Theos 20 Club.
