A Look Back at Moore’s Open Events
On Friday 26 and Saturday 27 September, Moore College opened its doors to welcome prospective students and friends of the College. Across both days, visitors were invited to experience campus life firsthand, sharing meals with students, joining chapel, sitting in on lectures, and having their questions answered about what it looks like to study at Moore.
Experiencing College Life
Friday’s program began with coffee and conversation in the Level 1 Foyer, before heading into chapel in Marcus Loane Hall. Guests then enjoyed morning tea in the Courtyard before stepping into a second-year Doctrine class in the Knox Lecture Theatre. The day closed with lunch in the sun, where visitors continued to chat with students and Faculty about their own journeys of studying God’s word and what led them to consider pursuing study at Moore.
This year’s Open Event also included a Doctrine 2 lecture where our previous principal Peter Jensen welcomed Bishop Alfred Olwa to share on the topic of animism which is prevalent in the African context – a unique opportunity for guests to see how theological study connects deeply with the lives of people in this fallen world.
Info Day
The Open Event program continued on Saturday 27 September with Info Day, where prospective students had a chance to explore Moore in greater depth. The day featured:
- A presentation on the curriculum and subjects
- A Q&A session with Faculty
- A guided campus tour
Principal Mark Thompson preached from Matthew 3:13-4:11, reminding us that when Jesus faced temptation, he turned to God’s word and we too are called to return to Scripture as we consider life’s decisions, including the consideration to study at College. Conversations throughout the day gave visitors space to reflect not only on the details of study, but also on what has led them to consider Moore as part of their future.
A Warm Thank You
A massive thank you to everyone who came along the students, the staff, the Faculty all loved getting to meet you and chat about how studying at Moore might be something for you next year, or further down the track.” Student Ambassador Fiona Thomson
“Thank you for coming to the Moore Open Event. I hope you had your questions answered, and we look forward to hearing from you in the future.” Principal Mark Thompson
Looking Ahead
For those who missed out this time, we’ll be running our next Open Events in May 2026. Whether you are prayerfully considering study or simply curious about the life of the College, we’d love to welcome you then.
Find out more at open.moore.edu.au.
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