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Gerald P. Boersma is a Professor of Theology at Ave Maria University and a Humboldt Fellow at the University of Tübingen. His work focuses on Augustinian and Thomistic theology, patristics, and medieval Christian thought. He previously taught at St. Bonaventure University and has held fellowships at Villanova University and the University of Tübingen.
- Education:
- B.A., Christianity and Culture, Trinity Western University
- M.A., Theology, Ave Maria University
- Ph.D., Theology, University of Durham
Boersma’s research interests include Augustine’s doctrine of the imago Dei, Aquinas’s virtue ethics, and Greek patristic theology. His publications include Augustine’s Early Theology of Image (Oxford, 2016) and numerous articles on Augustinian and Thomistic thought. Recent work explores themes like Eucharistic miracles, Dante’s theological symbolism, and the intersection of classical philosophy with Christian theology.
His articles analyze topics such as the metaphysics of Eucharistic miracles, Aquinas’s contemplative theology, and Augustine’s influence on Dante. These contributions highlight his expertise in patristic exegesis and systematic theology.
- Scientific Awards: Humboldt Fellowship (University of Tübingen)
Boersma’s academic leadership includes directing Ave Maria’s Theology M.A. program and advising on grants related to patristic studies. His scholarly activities involve interdisciplinary engagement with literature, philosophy, and early Christian texts.
