神学院的学者

The complexity of the urban context requires 神学 depth and the ability to formulate and contextually apply a relevant and robust urban biblical 神学. 在本课程中, we will engage in the process of social/文化 analysis to understand the nature and context of urban ministry. 通过圣经分析, 精神上的反射, and communal discernment we will move toward a 神学 of urban ministry that will provide the foundation for impactful engagement with complex urban systems.

Our life with God is often referred to as a journey. Participants will be encouraged to reflect upon their formation 历史 and celebrate their unique spiritual journey in the urban context. We will also look at a variety of spiritual practices that are invitations to a deeper sense of God's presence in one's interior life and in the world. For many in urban ministry there is a tendency to choose "busyness" over "fullness". Historical spiritual practices of the Church can guide us into a richer faith journey and fuller life rather than simple busyness. The intent of the course is practical, experiential, and formational. Included in the course will be both a teaching component and formation group sessions.

本课程包含阅读材料, 电影, 对话, 与个人的互动, and a pilgrimage to major sites of racial significance in 芝加哥 and the broader American context. The focus is on cross-文化 and cross-racial relationship dynamics leading to a greater 文化 intelligence on racial and 文化 issues in the church. 本课程将探讨圣经, 神学, 社会学, 政治, 文化, and psychological dimensions of the struggle for racial justice and its contemporary implications for ministry.

This course will explore a variety of approaches and methodologies to the healthy practice of urban ministry. We will emphasize practical ministry skills and ministry practices that reflect our social, 文化, 历史分析和圣经, 神学反思. We will give particular attention to the practices of pastoral care, 公理的健康, and the development of beloved communities of faith as approaches to the church's role in the spiritual and social transformation of the urban context. This course will seek to integrate on-site practices of the participants into the course discussion.

This course examines the role of leadership in developing healthy urban ministries and congregations. 关键要素，比如领导力神学, 系统思考, 领导风格, 团队开发, and change management will be considered as they relate to leadership in the urban context. 有效的领导结合了有效的理论, 准确的知识, 关键值, 相关技能, 实践经验. The course initiates the journey toward a life-long process of leadership development and effectiveness.