vocation of theology, The
Book Description
What does it truly mean to embrace the calling of a theologian in our rapidly changing world? This thoughtful exploration emerges from a pivotal moment in theological education, as Emory University's Candler School of Theology marked its centennial milestone and grappled with fundamental questions about faith's role in contemporary society.
When the school opened its doors in 1914, its founders could hardly have imagined the seismic shifts that would reshape human civilization over the following century. Two devastating world wars, the Holocaust, nuclear tensions, the end of colonial empires, and sweeping technological advances created challenges that traditional theological frameworks struggled to address. These monumental changes demanded fresh approaches to understanding and communicating the Good News in an increasingly complex world.
As Candler entered its second century, faculty and students embarked on a serious examination of theology's evolving mission. Rather than retreating into academic isolation, they confronted the pressing questions that define Christian identity and witness today. Their discussions centered on how theological imagination responds to secularization, what it means to reflect God's image in modern society, humanity's responsibility for creation and environmental stewardship, and how the kingdom of God relates to our pluralistic global community.
This collection offers readers insight into the ongoing conversation about theology's vital role in addressing contemporary challenges while remaining faithful to its foundational calling.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~5 hours)
📄 Length: 182 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Ecclesiastical Vocation
- ✓ Explore Church work -- Vocational guidance
- ✓ Explore Theology
- ✓ Explore Church work -- Vocational guidance -- United States
- ✓ Explore United States
- ✓ Explore Theological seminaries
- ✓ Explore Education
- ✓ Explore Vocational guidance
