Yesterday I admitted to social construction being my philosophical orientation within my chosen field of Practical Theology (PT). A constructivist view is important in (at least) two ways: It is an admission that we are all subjects of a constructed reality who are both actors and those who are … Read more about Constructivist or Critical Theorist (part 2 of 3)
I’m Into Practical Theology (part 1 of 3)
Philosophy is a hobby for me. I blog about it here a lot because I really enjoy the dialogue and I learn tons in the exchange of ideas. I have had to cut back on blogging as I am now preparing for my qualifying exams. While I am getting a PhD in Practical Theology, the inescapable fact is that the … Read more about I’m Into Practical Theology (part 1 of 3)
What is Theology?
I got a call the other day from a college student who asked me "how would you define theology?" I said that it can be thought of as Four things: God Talk: the most basic thing it to look at the etymology (theo- logy). Faith Seeking Understanding: Anselm's famous dictum is still many's … Read more about What is Theology?