by Abigail Davenport | Nov 17, 2023
Explores the boundary-crossing ministry of Jesus, in particular how he redefined the margin and the center with a Kingdom perspective. The class will consider ways in which ministry to and with those who are often marginalized in our society can amplify the...
by Abigail Davenport | Nov 17, 2023
What is healing? What does it mean to be healthy? What does Jesus’ life and ministry model for us about how God defines health and offers healing? How does one’s definition of health and healing influence one’s understanding of faithful ministry on the whole?...
by Abigail Davenport | Nov 17, 2023
What is this strange and beautiful, grace riddled, and often distorted work of being a pastor? What is so peculiar about this vocation? And why do we take on the stole with joy, but also with fear and trembling? Together, we’ll ponder Scripture and voices...
by Abigail Davenport | Nov 17, 2023
In this introductory course, students explore giving counsel and offering care as ministers of Word and sacrament. They develop an understanding of the fundamental principles of pastoral care and acquire basic skills required for giving counsel and offering care....
by Abigail Davenport | Nov 17, 2023
Students taking this course will be part of a team that assists other students, staff, faculty, and guests in planning and leading daily worship. Course meets each week for 1.5 hours to plan and reflect on past services. Course 2 of 2. 1.5 cr.