| Fieldwork in Theology: Exploring the Social Context of God's Work in the World Contributor(s): Scharen, Christian (Author), Smith, James K. A. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 080104930X ISBN-13: 9780801049309 Publisher: Baker Academic OUR PRICE: $24.70 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christian Theology - Ecclesiology - Religion | Philosophy |
| Dewey: 261 |
| LCCN: 2015007078 |
| Series: Church and Postmodern Culture |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 5.4" W x 8.4" (0.40 lbs) 144 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In this addition to the acclaimed The Church and Postmodern Culture series, leading practical theologian Christian Scharen examines the relationship between theology and its social context. He engages with social theorist Pierre Bourdieu to offer helpful theoretical and theological grounding to those who want to reflect critically on the faith and practice of the church, particularly for those undertaking ministry internships or fieldwork assignments. As Scharen helps a wide array of readers to understand the social context of doing theology, he articulates a vision for the church's involvement with what God is doing in the world and provides concrete examples of churches living out God's mission. |
Contributor Bio(s): Scharen, Christian: - Christian Scharen (PhD, Emory University) is vice president of applied research at Auburn Theological Seminary in New York City. He previously taught at Luther Seminary. He has authored a number of books, including One Step Closer and Faith as a Way of Life, and is the book review editor of Ecclesial Practices. An ordained pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Scharen has served congregations in California, Georgia, and Connecticut. |