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Guarding The Faith Or Resisting Dialogue?: Anti-Ecumenical Tendencies In Bulgarian Orthodoxy, Ioannis Kaminis

Occasional Papers on Religion in Eastern Europe

This paper explores the historical, theological, and ideological roots of anti-ecumenical tendencies within the Bulgarian Orthodox Church (BOC), especially in the post-communist period. It examines whether the BOC's resistance to ecumenical dialogue genuinely reflects a defense of Orthodox tradition or represents a reactionary posture shaped by national, political, and ecclesiastical factors. Tracing the development of anti-ecumenism from the 19th-century schism with the Ecumenical Patriarchate through the communist era to the post-1990s resurgence of neo-traditionalist rhetoric, the study reveals how the convergence of ecclesial nationalism, ideological manipulation under communism, and theological exclusivism has produced a deep mistrust of ecumenical engagement. Influential …

Innovating Chaplaincy Education: Integrating Nonreligious Spiritual Care Interventions To Serve A Diverse Patient Population, Dianne Dragon

Antioch University Dissertations & Theses

The transformation to the curriculum taught in chaplain training in Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) will now address the spiritual needs of a more diverse, nonreligious, and interfaith population in the United States. Historically rooted in religious frameworks, CPE curricula are evolving to incorporate non-religious spiritual care interventions and promote research literacy among chaplains. This dissertation study uses descriptive analysis to present a study surveying CPE educators across over 300 U.S. based CPE centers to explore teaching practices and adaptation strategies. Findings reveal that integrating evidence-based methods and interdisciplinary collaboration is key to addressing inclusivity and professional competency in chaplaincy. By …

Loving-Learning-Leading-Living: A Scholarly Personal Narrative Of A Black Gay Father, Russell E. Thornhill

Antioch University Dissertations & Theses

This dissertation examines the roles, challenges, and contributions of a Black Gay father, a demographic largely absent from academic discourse. While literature explores themes of the church, LGBTQ+ identities, and social justice, there remains a critical gap addressing the lived experiences of a Black Gay father. This study fills that void by elevating narratives as community activists, family leaders, and clergy members, acknowledging their transformative impact within familial and societal structures. The methodology used is the Scholarly Personal Narrative (SPN). It allows for in-depth, reflective engagement with personal experiences in conversation with scholars while situating them within broader sociocultural, theological, …

Electron Energization By Dispersive Alfvén Waves In The Cusp, P. A. Damiano, A. J. Hull, C. C. Chaston, J. Johnson

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Education And Eschatology: Why Theological Education Is Necessary, Jiri Moskala

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Scripture Spotlight: Do The Wicked Burn Forever In Hell?, Thomas Shepherd

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Scripture Spotlight: What Does Jesus Mean When He Says We Are To Be "Perfect"?, Thomas Shepherd

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Teologija Ellen G. White, Denis Fortin

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Adventist Education, Educational Attainment, Belief In The Spirit Of Prophecy: A Trifold Relationship, Safary Wa-Mbaleka, Karl Bailey

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Rescuing Teachers From Burnout: Etiology, Symptoms, And Intervention Strategies, Helen Richelle Ceballo-Hernández

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Prediction Of The Wave Normal Angle Of Proton-Band Emic Waves Near Geosynchronous Orbit, Eun-Hwa Kim, Khan-Hyuk Kim, J. Johnson, P. A. Damiano, Syun'ichi Shiraiwa, Wesley Martin

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Episcopal Ordination And The Breaker Of Succession: Martin Luther And Nicolaus Von Amsdorf, Denis Kaiser

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Discipleship In Systematic Theology: Implications For Soteriology, Adriani Rodrigues

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Faithful Amid Challenges, Denis Kaiser

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From The Battlefields Of War To The Front Lines Of Evangelism, Denis Kaiser

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Navigating Wellness Misinformation, Rachel Keele

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Theopoetics Prothesis: An Exploration In Faith And Form, Elise Aleman, Elise Aleman

College of Graduate Studies: Theses & Dissertations

My work is rooted in the biblical definition of faith: “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). Like the Bible’s layered complexity—its patterns, metaphors, and cultural references—faith is not merely intellectual but an active trust in what is unseen. It transcends knowledge, anchoring itself in conviction and hope. This intersection of theology and lived experience is at the core of my practice.

Theopoetics—a framework that fuses theology and artistic expression—shapes my approach, allowing faith to be embodied through form rather than merely explained. Two seemingly distinct bodies of work—one centered …

Tipologia Evenimentelor Și Intituțiilor În Cartea Daniel, Daniel Olariu

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A Predator-Prey Population Model Of Multiple Species With Separated Competition Terms, Functional Differential Equations, Joon Hyuk Kang

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Phonotactic Behavior Of Male Cricket Acheta Domesticus In Relation To Age And Syllable Period, Dana Husana, Jessica Rim, David Mbungu, Benjamin Navia

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Statistical Survey Of Magnetic Flux Integral Quantities In Saturn's Magnetosphere, Xuanye Ma, Simon Wing, P. A. Delamere, J. Johnson, B. Burkholder

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Assessment Of The Demand For Occupational Therapy Upgrade Programs From Diploma To Degree In Kenya, Tabitha Rangara, Dovison Kereri, Juliet Mugga

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Practical Pointers: How To Lead A Smooth Church Board Meeting, Fernando Ortiz

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Andrews Fall 2025 Enrollment And Rankings Report, Anthony Bosman

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Ellen G. White’S Insights Into Scripture Affirm The Original Biblical Languages, Richard M. Davidson

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What Does It Mean To Walk With God, Part 1, S. Kidder

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Effects Of Interventions For The Prevention And Management Of Maternal Anemia In The Advent Of The Covid-19 Pandemic: Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, John Kyalo Muthuka Dr., Diana Kageni Mbari-Fondo, Francis Muchiri Wambura, Kelly Oluoch, Japheth Mativo Nzioki, Nabaweesi Rosemary Dr

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Essential Elements Of Leadership Style That Contribute To Student Achievement, Pardon Mwansa

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Suicide Awareness And Crisis Planning: Trauma Responsive Techniques For Educators, Dustin Young, Shannon Trecartin

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Suicide Awareness And Crisis Planning: Trauma Responsive Techniques For Educators, Dustin Young, Shannon Trecartin

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