At EuARe 2026 in Rome, Tom Sojer will speak in the panel “Simone Weil and Political Theology” with a paper entitled “The Violence of the Good? Simone Weil and the Risk of Political Theology.” His presentation argues that the strength of Weil’s political theology and its danger arise from the same source: the subordination of ... Mehr ...

At the 2026 annual conference of the Society of Friends of Christian Mysticism - "Aufmerksam und widerständig. Leben und Mystik Simone Weils (1909-1943)" -, Mae Bengert will speak on “Transmigration of the Soul into the Now: Simone Weil, Christian Mysticism, and Zen Buddhism.” Her contribution highlights one of the conference’s most compelling perspectives, bringing Simone ... Mehr ...

Mae Bengert will take part in the 2026 Simone Weil Colloquy at Texas A&M University, held from April 23 to 25. The annual gathering brings together scholars, readers, and enthusiasts from a wide range of backgrounds to engage Simone Weil’s thought on roots, exile, and migration. With both in-person and substantial online participation possible, the ... Mehr ...