The church for the life of the world
“Church as usual” is no longer an option
Issue
Autumn 2019
12 Articles
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Articles
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The church for the life of the world
“Church as usual” is no longer an option
Church and seminary as usual are no longer viable options. Rather, theological educators must prepare pastors who can equip their future congregants for ministry that benefits the whole world.
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Sustainability and strategic thinking in theological education
If they are to do more than just survive, theological schools must learn to think strategically about mission and money
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Finding the via (social) media
Social media as a teaching tool both inside and outside the classroom
Three faculty members answer questions about how they use, or choose not to use, social media with students.
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The mission in the balance
Measuring character development and formation at theological schools
Researchers at Biola University are assessing the effect of formation on the character and virtue development of seminarians.
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The need for assessment and evaluation
Learning from stakeholders
In Trust Center president Amy L. Kardash says that evaluation should be a part of every institution’s learning cycle and culture.
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In Trust Center evaluation 2019
You responded and we heard
A report on the findings from the In Trust Center’s recent assessment and evaluation.
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From urban gardening to faculty formation
An interview with Nancy Lynne Westfield, new director of the Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning.
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A review essay: Changing my thinking about change
An experienced seminary president has learned to be more cautious about uncritically embracing either his own ideas or those of his leadership team — or anyone else.
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Changing Scenes
Thomas E. Phillips describes the theological library of the future: free, digital, and global. Also, recent news from the world of theological education.
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Wearing more than one hat
Preparing students for bivocational ministry is an important component of theological education.
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For students, convenience; for schools, connection and data
One seminary’s mobile app reels in students and broadcasts content.
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