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Interviews In Global Catholic Studies: Dr. Judith Hahn, Mathew Schmalz

Journal of Global Catholicism

Interview with Judith Chair of Canon Law at the University of Bonn.

The Theology Of The Liturgical Seasons In The Syro-Malabar Church, Ann Mary Madavanakadu Cmc

Journal of Global Catholicism

This paper focuses on the theology of the liturgical seasons in the Syro-Malabar Church. The liturgical year with its liturgical cycles and seasons, is more than just a mere structural framework for the prayer life of the Church. It is a true locus of rich theology. The liturgical year is defined as the yearly plan of spiritual life by the Church, for her children, arranged in different seasons or periods to celebrate the mysteries of Christ in life together with feasts, fasts, and abstinence in order to make Christian life a successful pilgrimage to heaven for attaining salvation. This article …

Palliyogam: A Vibrant Legacy Of The Syro-Malabar Archiepiscopal Church, Dery Davis

Journal of Global Catholicism

This article explores the historic inheritance of the Palliyogam of the sui iuris Syro-Malabar Major Archiepiscopal Church, focusing on its role in maintaining synodality in ecclesial life. Palliyogam, a parish assembly, has been the cornerstone of ecclesial communion among Malabar Christians for centuries. As Pope Francis inaugurates the three-year synod on synodality, this study examines how Palliyogam aligns with this synodal vision. The article delves into both the ancient form of Palliyogam and its present-day manifestation, shedding light on their theology and role in governance and decision-making within the Syro-Malabar tradition. The article emphasizes that synodality is already inherent …

Theological Implications Of The Symbols And Signs In The Sacrament Of Matrimony Of The Syro-Malabar Church, Nelson Mathew O. Carm.

Journal of Global Catholicism

This article discusses the significance of the signs and symbols used in the sacrament of the marriage of the Syro-Malabar Church and the adaptations from different cultures, particularly the Hindu culture of India. It concentrates on the specific elements found in the marriage celebration of the St. Thomas Christians. The rituals that are unique to the Sacrament of Matrimony of the Syro-Malabar Church, mainly expressed through symbols and signs, remain a significant contribution to the liturgy, spirituality, and theology of the Sacrament of Matrimony, and to the theology of inculturation. In the Syro-Malabar liturgy, marriage rituals, and signs and symbols …

Martin Luther’S Understanding Of Faith In Relation To Infant Baptism, Francis Gayoba

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

This article explores Martin Luther’s understanding of faith as a means to reconcile the seeming tension between his emphasis on faith in baptism against Roman Catholicism and his de-emphasis on faith against Anabaptism. This tension is most evident in his support of infant baptism despite his belief in sola fide. It is proposed that Luther’s predestinarian understanding of the sovereignty of God influences his perception of the role of faith in baptism, which emphasizes God’s role and de-emphasizes human acts in the ceremony. Luther argues that human faith, while important for the daily application of baptism, cannot be the …

César Chávez And Egalitarian Ethics: Lessons From A Contradictory Legacy, Jeremy V. Cruz

Journal of Hispanic / Latino Theology

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Book Reviews, Spiritus Editorial Board

Spiritus: ORU Journal of Theology

R E V I E W S

• Graham Twelftree, ed. The Nature Miracles of Jesus: Problems, Perspectives, and Prospects. Jeffrey Lamp.
• David K. Bernard. The Glory of God in the Face of Jesus Christ: Deification of Jesus in Early Christian Discourse. Joseph H. Howell.
• Vinson Synan, ed. The Truth About Grace: Spirit-empowered Perspectives. Daniel Thimell
• Margaret English de Alminana and Lois E. Olena, (eds). Women in Pentecostal and Charismatic Ministry: Informing a Dialogue on Gender, Church, and Ministry. Lisa M. Millen.
• Nimi Wariboko, The Split God: Pentecostalism and Critical Theory. David Bradnick.
• Jon Bialecki. A Diagram of Fire: Miracles …

Contested Moral Issues In Contemporary African Catholicism: Theological Proposals For A Hermeneutics Of Multiplicity And Inclusion, Stan Chu Ilo

Journal of Global Catholicism

Drawing upon the broad work of Vatican II and Pope Francis’ Evangelicum Gaudium the article proposes how a hermeneutic of multiplicity and inclusion could help hold in balance the tension between tradition and innovation, universal principles and specific contextual application for Catholicism in Africa. Among the issues addressed are cultural relativism, natural law theory, and polygamy.

The Treatment Of Rape In Theology, Sr. Pauline Logue

The ITB Journal

When I first began to research the treatment of rape in theology some five years ago I was frequently asked what rape had to do with theology. That is not a question I hear today. Largely due to scandals in both church and state a theological response has been demanded to the serious question of sexual abuse. That response is underway. This article presents a brief summary of central theological issues that arise from an analysis of the experience of rape victims.1 It presents an overview of the treatment of rape in traditional and mainstream theology and finally it examines …

Mission: Vol. 20, No. 9

Mission

Mission: Vol. 20, No. 9. The articles in this issue include: "More Chaff Than Wheat" from the Editor, "A Message to Our Readers" from the Editor, "The Road More Traveled: How the Churches of Christ Became a Denomination" by Don Haymes, "Pilgrimage of a Congregation" by R. Lanny Hunter, "Our Common Past" by Michael Weed, "The Beatitudes: Are They For Us (Part II)" by Bill Love, "Doctrinal Reflections: Getting In Touch With The Spirit" by Lynn E. Mitchell, Jr., "Church Leadership Today: Elders Who Are Servant Shepherds" by Tom Langford, "The Face of Ministry: 'Reading Religiously'--A Long and Honorable Association …

Mission: Vol. 19, No. 4

Mission

Mission: Vol. 19, No. 4. The articles in this issue include: "Communion" by Bill Jenkins, "For Whom Does the Bell Toll?" from the Editor, "The Church in the Modern World: An Interview with John R. W. Stott" by David A. Sampson, "The Challenge of the Gospel in Nicaragua" by John Stam, "Doctrinal Reflections: Church as Pilgrim People" by Lynn E. Mitchell, Jr., "Remembering Another's History" by R. Scott Colglazier, "Sounds" by Ken Cameron, "The Dangers of Christian Education" by Michael Gose, BOOKS: "Building a Religious Library: Ninth in a Series: The Integration of Psychology and Theology" by Stephen H. Allison, …

Mission: Vol. 17, No. 2

Mission

Mission: Vol. 17, No. 2. The articles in this issue include: "American Assassins and Mass Murderers: Saints for a Civil Religion of Death" by Robert Jewett and John Shelton Lawrence, "The Twilight of the Gods: Pluralism, Morality, and the Church" by Michael R. Weed, "White Gloves" by William T. Stewart, "The Church: An Alternative Moral Community" by Allan J. McNicol, "Self-Efficacy and Moral Education" by Herbert A. Marlowe, Jr., BOOKS: "Building a Religious Library: Fourth in a Series: Church History" by Everett Ferguson, "Monsignor Quixote (Graham Greene)" Reviewed by Edwin S. Gleaves, and "Forum."

Book Review. - Literatur, Carl S. Meyer

Concordia Theological Monthly

Book Review. - Literatur

Book Review. - Literatur, Arthur Carl Piepkorn

Concordia Theological Monthly

Book Review. - Literatur

Book Review. - Literatur, Carl Graessner Jr.

Concordia Theological Monthly

Book Review. - Literatur

Book Review. - Literatur, Harry G. Coiner

Concordia Theological Monthly

Book Review. - Literatur

Book Review. - Literatur, Lewis W. Spitz

Concordia Theological Monthly

Book Review. - Literatur

Book Review. - Literatur, Edgar Krentz

Concordia Theological Monthly

Book Review. - Literatur

Theological Observer, John Theodore Mueller

Concordia Theological Monthly

Theological Observer

Book Review. - Literatur, Richard R. Caemmerer

Concordia Theological Monthly

Book Review. - Literatur

Book Review. - Literatur, Frederick W. Danker

Concordia Theological Monthly

Book Review. - Literatur

Book Review. - Literatur, Henry W. Reimann

Concordia Theological Monthly

Book Review. - Literatur

Theological Observer, John Theodore Mueller

Concordia Theological Monthly

Theological Observer

Book Review. - Literatur, Victor Bartling

Concordia Theological Monthly

Book Review. - Literatur

Book Review. - Literatur, J. T. Mueller

Concordia Theological Monthly

Book Review. - Literatur

Theological Observer. - Kirchlich-Zeitgeschichtliches, F. E. Mayer

Concordia Theological Monthly

Theological Observer. – Klrchllch Zeitgeschichtliches (Theological Observer. – Of course contemporary history)

Theological Observer. - Kirchlich-Zeitgeschichtliches, Arthur C. Repp

Concordia Theological Monthly

Theological Observer. – Klrchllch Zeitgeschichtliches (Theological Observer. – Of course contemporary history)

Introduction To Sacred Theology, J T. Mueller

Concordia Theological Monthly

The Nature and Constitution of Sacred Theology.

Christianity, the Absolute Religion

The Christian religion is the absolute religion, inasmuch as it is absolutely perfect, neither requiring, nor being capable of, improvement or supplementation. It is God-given and therefore precisely as God would have it to accomplish its beneficent purpose of "saving sinners." When we ascribe to the Christian religion perfection or absoluteness we do not mean to say that it is a "logically complete whole", or a logically complete and perfect system, in which there are no missing links of thoughts or doctrines. Considered from this viewpoint, the Christion religion …