Liam Temple

Liam Temple is an Adjunct Research Fellow at the University of Notre Dame Australia, affiliated with the School of Philosophy & Theology, and a Capuchin Fellow in the History of Catholicism at the Centre for Catholic Studies, Durham University. His work bridges academic research and community engagement, particularly with Catholic religious orders.

• PhD
• MRes
• BA (Hons)
• Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA)
• Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (FRHistS)

His research focuses on the history of Catholicism, especially the Capuchin Franciscans in Britain and transnationally from the 16th century to the present. He explores themes of religious identity, mysticism, and the interplay between Catholic and Protestant spiritualities in early modern England. His work often involves collaboration with religious communities, emphasizing public history and impact.

The recent publications reflect a consistent engagement with mystical theology, religious orders, and the historical development of Catholicism in Britain and Ireland. His articles span journals such as Church History and British Catholic History, covering topics from Julian of Norwich’s reception to the Poor Clares and Capuchin missions. He also contributes to public discourse through The Conversation and The Tablet, making academic insights accessible.

Liam has received recognition through prestigious fellowships:

• Fellow of the Royal Historical Society
• Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
• Capuchin Fellow, Durham University

He serves or has served on the executive committee of the Catholic Record Society and the committee for The History of Women Religious of Britain and Ireland (H-WRBI). His research is supported by partnerships with the Capuchin Franciscans of Great Britain and Australia, which informs both his scholarship and community impact initiatives. While no formal students are listed, he offers supervision in historical theology, Franciscanism, and religious history.

Liam Temple is actively involved in collaborative research projects with religious communities, especially the Capuchin Franciscans, which serve as both historical subjects and research partners. These engagements enhance the public impact of his work and foster dialogue between secular academia and religious institutions.