A Symposium on Theology and the Arts
How can the arts help us open up the very heart of the Christian faith, celebrated at the Council of Nicaea in 325, that Jesus Christ is “one in being” with God? Featuring world-class academics, artists, musicians, and clergy from around the globe and a robust range of programming, DITA2025 is a four-day symposium at Duke University celebrating Nicaea and the myriad surprises the Creed holds in store for artists, academics, clergy, and parishioners today. Early-bird registration now open!
Speakers and Artists
And more to come!
Symposium programming includes: morning worship, seminar lectures, plenary addresses, applied workshops with practicing artists, interactive keynote presentations, and tickets to a full-length performance by the world-class New Caritas Orchestra.
Keynote Presentations
Workshops
Plenary Addresses
Worship
Seminars
New Caritas Orchestra Concert
Visual Artist Fellowship
Designed for visual artists practicing at the intersection of theology and the arts, the Fellowship will be awarded via a merit-based application process. The award includes curating a gallery of original work for display during the symposium, complimentary symposium access, and a travel stipend. More details and information about how to apply coming soon.
New Caritas Orchestra
“I am honored to have been part of DITA again. As always, it was amazing to play with an orchestra at that level of talent, but that isn’t the only thing that made the concert special. It was a truly transformative experience to be a part of something bigger than us, bigger than the hall, and even bigger than the music we were playing.”
—Whitney Pencina, Flutist, New Caritas Orchestra
DITA10…
“…was an incredible experience. Playing in the orchestra and attending DITA10 was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I can’t wait for the next DITA conference.”
—Elizabeth Klein, New Caritas Orchestra
“…was a space of transformation. I discovered kindred spirits, encountered gorgeous art, and gained new perspectives on the state of the conversation in theology and the arts. I’m delighted to be participating in DITA2025.”
—Dr. Natalie Carnes, Baylor University
