T van der Leer

Dr. T van der Leer is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Religion and Theology, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Their research focuses on lived religion, ecclesiology, and ecumenical studies, with particular attention to Baptist communities and religious traditions. They hold a PhD from VU Amsterdam (2021) and teach courses on Christian Theology and Free Church Ecclesiology.

Education:

• PhD in Theology (2021), Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Research Interests: Explores the intersection of religious practices and societal dynamics, emphasizing how believers navigate tradition and modernity. Key themes include ecumenical dialogue, church identity transformation, and the role of liturgy in contemporary worship. Their work often critiques rigid liturgical forms to advocate for adaptive communal practices.

Recent Work Trends: Publications analyze the evolution of Baptist ecclesiology, urban religious experiences, and the shift from institutional church to street-level religious expression. The 2021 PhD thesis examines historical Believers Church conferences as catalysts for theological innovation.

Teaching:

• Christian Theology and Religion (2024–2025)
• Vrijkerkelijke ecclesiologie (Free Church Ecclesiology, 2024–2025)

No ancillary activities or laboratories are listed. Current research continues to explore ecclesiological transformation and urban religious practices.