LIBRARY
STUDY ⋅ LIBRARY
Welcome to the W. J. Tunley Library
So much more than just books...
Explore a wealth of theological resources, expert support, and a vibrant community committed to your academic and spiritual growth. Whether you’re a student, alumnus, or casual member, you’ll find tools, guidance, and access to world-class resources tailored to your needs.
Designed to nurture and support, the library offers students world-class resources in an immersive space of inspiration. Explore global databases, seek expert guidance, or retreat to the massage chair and let Eve the turtle offer her unique pastoral presence.

Connection to the library doesn’t end at graduation. Alumni are always welcome and retain borrowing rights to the physical collection. For those seeking more, a small fee unlocks premium membership, providing lifelong access to thousands of eBooks and top theological journals online.

We believe everyone should have the tools to study God’s Word, whether you're a student or not—that’s why our library is open to the public. For a small annual fee, anyone can sign up to access both our physical collection and thousands of online books and top theological journals.

Designed to nurture and support, the library offers students world-class resources in an immersive space of inspiration. Explore global databases, seek expert guidance, or retreat to the massage chair and let Eve the turtle offer her unique pastoral presence.
Connection to the library doesn’t end at graduation. Alumni are always welcome and retain borrowing rights to the physical collection. For those seeking more, a small fee unlocks premium membership, providing lifelong access to thousands of eBooks and top theological journals online.
We believe everyone should have the tools to study God’s Word, whether you're a student or not—that’s why our library is open to the public. For a small annual fee, anyone can sign up to access both our physical collection and thousands of online books and top theological journals.
What you'll find in the Library...
Books and Journals
With over 30,000 titles, our library covers the needs of all our patrons, with standout strengths in Biblical Studies, Asian Christianity and Missions, and growing expertise in Pastoral Care and Child Safety. We also maintain over 100 key theological journals, all meticulously catalogued for easy access—thanks to our dedicated volunteers.
Online resources
All current library members can access 5,000 eBooks, carefully selected to meet the library's needs, along with the leading theological journal database, ATLA Serials Plus, which includes over 750 journals curated by the American Theological Libraries Association. Students further benefit from out Digital Theological Library 2 membership, granting access to over 1.5 million eBooks and 60,000+ journals. This includes top databases such as Loeb Classical Library, Oxford Handbooks, and the Biblical Archaeology Society library.
Audiobooks & DVDs
For auditory and visual learners, our collection includes over 100 audiobooks and 300 DVDs, featuring alternate formats for key textbooks, classic Christian works, and a variety of family-friendly or thought-provoking films designed to inspire.
Chinese resources
The W. J. Tunley Library is dedicated to supporting our Chinese program and the wider Chinese Christian community, with over 5,000 physical books in Traditional and Simplified Chinese, 165 eBooks, and 16 physical journal titles. Students also have access to two leading Chinese journal databases through DTL2.
If you would like to donate books or other resources to our library, please refer to our Collection Management Policy and Donation Policy.
Opening hours
Current students
Monday—Friday: 8:00am-10:00pm
Saturday: 8:30am-10:00pm
PUBLIC MEMBERS (sign in at reception)
Monday—Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm
Saturday: Closed