Living Theology

The Certificate in Living Theology is a one-year course of study inviting learners into practices of deep listening: to sacred text, to self, and to others in their everyday lives. This course of study provides learners with an introduction to historical and contemporary theologies with specific attention to the context and communities in which theological imaginations take shape. Learners will be introduced to interpretive tools enabling them to listen attentively with curiosity and humility, for the sake of personal and collective faithful presence, and in service of God as neighbor.

Certificate Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this certificate, students will be able to …

1. Analyze key doctrinal developments in Christology and critically examine the related critiques of how the church has constructed and lived this theology in the world throughout Christian history. (TCE 537)

2. Identify and evaluate the histories, theologies, frameworks, social constructs, and critiques of Christian mission in order to articulate their philosophy for discerning and joining God’s liberative mission rooted in an understanding of the Triune God revealed as Emmanuel.  (TCE 538)

3. Engage with interdisciplinary theory and praxis related to deep listening and cultivate a relational stance marked by observation, discipline, and curiosity. (IDS 520/521)

4. Explore and evaluate interdisciplinary, intersectional, and critical social methodologies in order to develop a constructive and generative theology for the sake of love for God and neighbor. (TCE 546O)