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March 23-25, 2006
What roles do theological disciplines play in the Christian university? How do they intersect with other disciplines and inquiries? The answers to these questions have taken several forms in the past century, and numerous challenges complicate the contemporary pursuit of programs that are theologically reflective and integratively responsive to the needs of society. As a result, the need for connecting theological reflection with other areas of knowledge is nowhere more keenly felt than in the Christian university.
Given this situation, Abilene Christian University will host "Theology in the Christian University: Prospects for the 21st Century," March 23-25, 2006. This conference will rethink the nature of theological education within the Christian university, and will stand out not only for its subject matter, but also for its relevance to the contemporary discussion. The following keynote speakers will help guide our conversation:
- Stanley Hauerwas, Duke Divinity School
- Ellen Charry, Princeton Theological Seminary
- William Abraham, Southern Methodist University
- Darryl Tippens, Pepperdine University
The goals of this conference are two-fold. First, the event will provide an occasion for various religious traditions to cooperate in promoting greater dialogue among Christian education movements. Second, it will furnish an opportunity for participants to investigate concrete strategies for making our reflections on the nature of theological education a reality. Please join us as we look to the future of our craft.
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