Engaging the Passion gathers an array of scholars to survey how the death of Jesus has been portrayed and represented in Scripture, liturgy and music, literature, art and film, and theology and ethics-from the first to the twenty-first centuries. The contributors approach the passion from a variety of perspectives.
In addition to lucid introductions to each of the New Testament writings, this book offers a comprehensive survey of approaches to biblical studies, historical and cultural backgrounds, the historical Jesus, the rise of the resurrection faith, and attention to extracanonical materials. 63 illustrations. 3 charts. 6 maps.
Features critical readings of the Bible from diverse viewpoints, taken from feminist, womanist (Black feminist) and multicultural critical perspectives. This work is suitable for courses on feminist and multicultural biblical interpretation.
Freed in Christ to engage our neighbors in a multi-religious world, Christians live and work in an increasingly multi-ethnic and multi-religious context. How does this affect their calling to serve their neighbors and their community? What resources does the Lutheran Christian tradition offer? Woven into this book are more than fifty stories of ......
The Impact and Influence of Bonhoeffer's Life and Thought
Dietrich Bonhoeffer was one of the most important thinkers of the twentieth century. ln this magisterial collection, leading international scholars discuss and critically interact with the ways in which a variety of significant figures have engaged with Bonhoeffer's thought since his death.
Author Dana Horrell calls on years of experience in community action to create this practical guide to help congregations reach out to their local communities. Engage! provides twenty-six practical and proven tools to help leaders develop methods and strategies to get started on a path of effective planning.
M. Shawn Copeland demonstrates how black womens historical experience casts a completely different light on our theological ideas about being human. Copeland argues that race, embodiment, and relations of power reframe not only theological anthropology but also our notions of discipleship, church, Eucharist, and Christ.
A nationally recognized expert in the field of domestic violence and teen relationship violence explores the complex issue of teen-dating violence. Through interviews and other research, Miles provides critical information that parents, caregivers, clergy, and educators can use to protect teens and help them foster healthy dating relationships.
