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Theological reflection-connecting life, ministry, and religious traditions -is a core component of ministerial training. Contemporary ministers serve in increasingly interfaith contexts and also with those without faith. This book addresses that reality of our society and reconsiders theological reflection in such an unexpectedly diverse context.
List of contents
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Chapter One: Believing from the Outside-In
Chapter Two: The Power of Language
Chapter Three: Goal Setting for Reflective Believing
Chapter Four: Believing with Head, Hands, and Heart
Chapter Five: Some Assembly Required
Epilogue: Gifts for the Journey
Appendix 1
Appendix 1A: Thomas Groome
Appendix 1B: Holland and Henriot
Appendix 1C: Killen and de Beer
Appendix 1D: Whiteheads
Appendix 1E: Zaker
Appendix 2: Tribute to Michael
About the author
Edward Foley is Duns Scotus Professor of Spirituality and the founding director of the Ecumenical Doctor of Ministry Program at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. He is a Capuchin-Franciscan and ordained Roman Catholic priest. An award winning author, he has produced more than twenty books, translated into multiple languages including From Age to Age and Mighty Stories, Dangerous Rituals with Herbert Anderson. A well-known speaker, he has taught in venues such as the University of Chicago and Notre Dame, presented in settings as diverse as the Mayo Clinic and the Houston Astro Dome, and lectured in over 60 Roman Catholic dioceses from India to the Philippines. He preaches and presides at Old St. Patrick's Church in Chicago.
Summary
Theological reflection—connecting life, ministry, and religious traditions —is a core component of ministerial training. Contemporary ministers serve in increasingly interfaith contexts and also with those without faith. This book addresses that reality of our society and reconsiders theological reflection in such an unexpectedly diverse context.
