Surprised By God - Teaching Reflection Through the Parables

Zaker introduces foundational elements of theological reflection including definitions and guidance through various methods. Offering a lens for reflection based on the unique way Jesus' parables surprise and invite listeners to collaborate in the kingdom of God, the book foregrounds the importance of honest spiritual reflection.

List of contents

Introduction
Chapter 1: Breathing Deeply: Noticing God in the Midst of Life
Chapter 2: Cultivating the Heart: Carving out the Space for Reflective Practice
Chapter 3: Developing Ears that Can Hear and Eyes that Can See
Chapter 4: Exploring Parables as a Lens for Reflection: Key Frameworks for Reflective Practice
Chapter 5: Connecting: Reflective Practice, Solidarity and the Spiritual Life
Chapter 6: Practicing Reflection: Reflective Practice through the Lens of Parable
Epilogue: Finding Hope in Family During COVID-19
Appendix A - Theological Reflection in Parabolic Mode Quick Reference
Appendix B - High School Service Journal

About the author

Christina Zaker is director of field education at Catholic Theological Seminary in Chicago, Illinois. Her past experiences in Campus Ministry, as the Executive Director of Amate House for the Archdiocese of Chicago, and in parish ministry lend to her ability to journey with students in their field education experiences. Zaker also teaches in the Spirituality and Pastoral Ministry Department. Family Spirituality is the cornerstone of her research in spirituality, primarily exploring how the spirituality of a family unit adjusts through life. She has written numerous articles and is a frequent speaker and retreat director. She is the publications director for the Association of Theological Field Education and is a member of the National Association for Lay Ministers.

Product details

• Authors: Christina Zaker, Christina R. Zaker
• Publisher: Rowman and Littlefield
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 28.02.2021
• EAN: 9781538143919
• ISBN: 978-1-5381-4391-9
• No. of pages: 160
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Humanities (general); Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Religion: general, reference works; RELIGION / Christian Ministry / Preaching, Christianity, Personal religious testimony & popular inspirational works, Christian life & practice, Personal Christian testimony & popular inspirational works, Relating to Christian people & groups, RELIGION / Christian Living / Spiritual Growth, Prayers & liturgical material, RELIGION / Christian Living / Devotional, Christian social thought & activity, Religious social & pastoral thought & activity, Devotional material