Hans-Ulrich Gehring

Prof. Hans-Ulrich Gehring serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Theological Faculty of the University of Basel. His academic work focuses on practical theology with emphases in liturgical studies, religious aesthetics, and contemporary worship practices. He contributes to theological discourse through interdisciplinary analyses of religious communication, media in worship, and embodied theological expression. His research spans scholarly publications on preaching aesthetics, film liturgies, and mimetic theory in religious practice.

Research Interests:

• Liturgical Aesthetics: Explores how language and symbolic gestures shape worship experiences
• Media & Religion: Examines digital and film-based liturgical innovations
• Embodied Theology: Studies mimetic practices as foundational to faith expression

Publications reflect sustained engagement with 20th-21st century practical theology challenges, blending traditional theological frameworks with modern communication mediums. No academic awards are noted in the provided texts.

Advising and grants remain unspecified in available materials. He is affiliated with the Theological Faculty's research programs and contributes to the university's publication initiatives including the Theologische Zeitschrift.