THMN 1327 Introduction to Studying Theology

1. THMN 1327 Introduction to Studying Theology Welcome Session One Saturday 15th September 2012

2. THMN 1327 Introduction to Studying Theology AIM To explore something of the nature of critical analysis and reflection; and introduce methods in theological enquiry

3. THMN 1327 Introduction to Studying Theology [1] Introductions [2] Module Handbook [3] aims and objectives; session plan; assessment

4. THMN 1327 Introduction to Studying Theology • Aims : • To introduce students to the nature of theological thought, its historical development and contemporary relevance • To introduce students to the study skills needed for theological enquiry

5. THMN 1327 Introduction to Studying Theology • Objectives: • By the end of this module the student should: • Have an initial understanding of the nature and scope of theological enquiry • Have an initial understanding of the relationships between life and faith, theology and practice • Have an ability to reflect theologically on particular issues and events • Be competent to discern the different skills needed in theological study

6. THMN 1327 Introduction to Studying Theology • Objectives: • By the end of this module the student should: • Be able to articulate the fruits of theological enquiry and study • Be able to relate reason and practice • Be competent in applying study skills to theological questions • Be able to use study skills in a range of different academic contexts

7. THMN 1327 Introduction to Studying Theology 15 September / Introduction to the Module: Skills and Methods in studying Theology / Scripture: Source of Christian Theology  / Tradition: as an authority in Christian Theology  / Reason and Experience in Christian Faith and Theology 17 September / Knowledge, Interpretation and Faith 24 September / Religious Language   01 October / Methods for Doing Theology: Review of Module

8. THMN 1327 Introduction to Studying Theology Books for introductory and follow up reading: Gunton, Colin, E., Holmes, R. Stephen, Rae, Murray A., The Practice of Theology: A Reader, London: SCM, 2001 (Practice) Jennifer Moon: We seek it here…a new perspective on the elusive activity of critical thinking HEA 2005 Ford, David F, Theology: a very short introduction, Oxford: OUP, 2000 Green, L., Let’s Do Theology (rev ed., London – New York: Mowbray, 2009). Inbody, Tyron, The Faith of the Christian Church: An Introduction to Theology (Grand Rapids & Cambridge: Wm Eerdmans, 2005); in particular chapters 1 to 4. Migliore, D.L., Faith Seeking Understanding (2nd ed., Grand Rapids, Michigan: Eerdmans, 2004). McGrath, A.E., Christian Theology (2nd ed., Oxford – Malden, Massachusetts, 1997). Walton, R., The Reflective Disciple (London: Epworth, 2009).

9. Theology & Theologian • Write down 2 things you understand ‘theology’ to be… • share in pairs – report back

10. Theology & Theologian Academic study … Academy Athens…

11. Theology & Theologian Philosophical schools ‘didaskaleia’ Monastery schools

12. Theology & Theologian Monastery libraries Cathedral schools Universities…

13. Theology & Theologian Universities… Faith & Reason Early Modern / Renaissance

14. Theology & Theologian Learning & Reflection

15. Theology & Theologian

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17. Theology & Theologian • Learning & Reflection • relating learning to ‘ordinary’ experience

18. Theology & Theologian