ABOUT THE JOURNAL
Verbum et Ecclesia is a theological research journal that challenges traditional discourses within and between the fields of biblical, religious, social and human sciences as well as the constructive engagement with the natural sciences. It is an instrument of engagement between theological disciplines, on the one hand, and theology and other disciplines, on the other. View our Editorial Team.

 

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 LATEST ARTICLES

Original Research

 
An appreciative reflection on the use of artificial intelligence in sermon-making from a South African perspective  
Alfred R. Brunsdon
10 April 2026

Original Research - Special Collection: Echoes of eco-discourses

 
Situating Marombo as sacred spaces in climate-change discourses among the Ndau people of south-eastern Zimbabwe  
Tenson Muyambo
09 April 2026

Original Research

 
The scalpel and the sword: Reason’s role in shaping safe religions in the post-secular age  
Walter Firth
07 April 2026

Original Research - Special Collection: Ecotheology in Southern Africa

 
John Buchanan of Zomba: Disgraced missionary or pioneer of ecotheology?  
Kenneth R. Ross
31 March 2026

Original Research - Special Collection: Echoes of eco-discourses

 
Biblical ecological framework for re-evaluating the Nigerian Land Use Act: An exegetical study of Leviticus 25 and Deuteronomy 15  
Uzoma A. Dike
31 March 2026

Original Research - Special Collection: Echoes of eco-discourses

 
Where ecospirituality is grounded: Nature as place  
Knut-Willy Sæther
31 March 2026

Original Research - Special Collection: Echoes of eco-discourses

 
Stewardship and sustainability: An assessment of Christian and secular responses to the environmental crisis  
Louisa J. du Toit
31 March 2026

Original Research

 
Missional review of the matrifocal role of Makhadzi and of Bathsheba in their patriarchal context  
Takalani A. Muswubi
27 March 2026

Original Research - Special Collection: African Hermeneutics

 
A critical look at imprecatory prayers in Psalm 109 and their usage among present-day Christians in Nigeria  
Onyekachi G. Chukwuma
20 March 2026

Correction

 
Corrigendum: A social-scientific reading of John 4: Lessons for the Zimbabwean Adventist church  
Tendai Takawira, Mphumezi Hombana
16 March 2026
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Notification: First Special Collection Article Now Live!

 

We’re excited to announce the first article of our special collection, ‘Echoes of eco-discourses’, guest edited by Prof. Wessel Bentley. Dive into ‘Soil and identity in the indigenous spirituality of the Ndau of south-eastern Zimbabwe: Unlocking the potential for environmental sustainability in the 21st century’ by Macloud Sipeyiye, which offers new perspectives on a call for ‘a sincere integration of the indigenous spiritual heritage-based soil and natural resources conservation frameworks and the global scientific-based approaches in combating climate change’. Don't miss this insightful read! Check it out here: Vol 47, No 1 (2026). Stay tuned for more articles in this series!

 
Posted: 2026-03-06 More...

Notification: Just in

 
The Table of Contents for Vol 46, No 1 (2025) of our esteemed scholarly journal has just been released! Dive into the latest findings and must-read articles shaping your field. Don't miss out on this invaluable resource for researchers and academics alike. Stay informed, stay ahead!  
Posted: 2026-03-03 More...

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Posted: 2025-11-26

Website Update: AOSIS Transitioning to CRediT Authorship Taxonomy

 

Starting in November 2025, AOSIS will begin using CRediT (Contributor Roles Taxonomy) authorship contribution statements for all new submissions and acceptances. Published articles reflecting CRediT statements will appear from 2026. Guidance is available under the Author Guidelines: Formatting Requirements, and all contributions should be disclosed in the Authorship, Disclosure Statements, Copyright, and License Agreement Form (Cover Letter) at submission or the Authorship Change Request Form. Following these guidelines ensures transparency, accountability, and integrity in the publication process.

 
Posted: 2025-11-05

Website Update: AI in Research: Transparency and Compliance Reminder

 
In 2025, the inclusion of AI policies became compulsory for all SciELO SA journals. Authors using AI-assisted technology must disclose their use in manuscripts to ensure transparency, accuracy, and trust. Guidance is available in the Plagiarism, Fabrication and Artificial Intelligence Policy page and the Submission Guidelines under 'AI-assisted technologies' in the formatting requirements. Not sure if this journal is indexed in SciELO SA? Please check our Indexing Services page.  
Posted: 2025-10-06
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