PRMN 631 - Teaching Controversial Subjects in the Gospel

Institution:

Eastern University

Subject:

Practice of Ministry

Description:

The course looks at the difficult passages in the gospels and leads students to interpret and struggle with conflict stories in the gospels. Students will study the stories of Jesus that involve conflict as well as interpret the stories of Jesus in relation to conflict in local congregations over issues. The goal is to provide students with practices for articulating and dealing with conflict in Christian ways. The hope is that students will develop an alternative politics to the politics of the world grounded in the teachings of Jesus.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.eastern.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 341-5800

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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