Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
- Discipline
-
- Christianity (17)
- History of Christianity (14)
- Medicine and Health Sciences (13)
- Environmental Sciences (12)
- Physical Sciences and Mathematics (12)
-
- Sustainability (11)
- Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (10)
- Social and Behavioral Sciences (10)
- Biblical Studies (9)
- Mental and Social Health (9)
- History (8)
- Canadian History (6)
- Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (5)
- Religious Thought, Theology and Philosophy of Religion (5)
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Studies (4)
- Missions and World Christianity (4)
- Christian Denominations and Sects (3)
- Civic and Community Engagement (3)
- Education (3)
- Environmental Studies (3)
- Other Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (3)
- Psychiatry and Psychology (3)
- Sociology (3)
- Women's Studies (3)
- Community Health (2)
- Higher Education (2)
- History of Religion (2)
- Keyword
-
- Sermon (29)
- Sermons (16)
- Lutheran (14)
- Canada (9)
- Environment (9)
-
- Deacons (8)
- Pandemic (8)
- COVID-19 (7)
- Coronavirus (7)
- Book review (6)
- Justice (5)
- Reformation (5)
- Truth reconciliation commission (5)
- Women (5)
- Anglican (4)
- Islam (4)
- Religion (4)
- Christian (3)
- Community Engagement (3)
- Digital culture (3)
- Interfaith (3)
- Luther (3)
- Seminary (3)
- Theology (3)
- Worship (3)
- Church (2)
- Climate (2)
- Consensus (Periodical). Religious periodicals (2)
- ELCIC (2)
- Faith (2)
Articles 1 - 30 of 289
Full-Text Articles in Practical Theology
I Never Thought I'D Be The Professor!, Kayko Driedger Hesslein
I Never Thought I'D Be The Professor!, Kayko Driedger Hesslein
Consensus
Tracing progress and persistent challenges regarding women in church leadership, this reflection examines how structural barriers, societal caregiving expectations, and a lack of mentorship affect female clergy and seminary professors in the ELCIC. Highlighting the transformative impact of feminist Lutheran theology, the analysis calls for intentional structural support, financial resources, and institutional shifts to cultivate female scholars.
Come And See What I Have Found, Brent Krysa
Following The Lead Of Jesus, Michael N. Poellet
The Road To Emmaus, Lisa Smith
Ordination Of Deacons, Trinity Sunday, Lisa Wang
The Perfectly Imperfect God, Grace Van Hooydonk
The Perfectly Imperfect God, Grace Van Hooydonk
Consensus
Moving beyond traditional, masculine, and flawless depictions of the divine, this reflection integrates visual art and theology to present a "perfectly imperfect" God. Exploring symbols of disability, communal response to suffering, brokenness, feminine divinity, and ongoing learning, the analysis affirms a fluid, inclusive divine presence.
Mixed Messages, Moms, Nuns, And Missionaries: Women In Christian Higher Education In Canada, Ellen Duffield
Mixed Messages, Moms, Nuns, And Missionaries: Women In Christian Higher Education In Canada, Ellen Duffield
Consensus
Addressing institutional gender disparities in theological education, this study employs Participatory Action Research at a Canadian seminary to foster culture-shaping change. Anchored in a relational Trinitarian theology, the paper presents a model for institutional transformation focused on Kenotic Community, Connected Learning, and Collaborative Leadership to create environments where women and men thrive.
The Fiftieth Anniversary Of The Ordination Of Women In Canadian Lutheranism, Kyle K. Schiefelbein-Guerrero
The Fiftieth Anniversary Of The Ordination Of Women In Canadian Lutheranism, Kyle K. Schiefelbein-Guerrero
Consensus
Commemorating fifty years of women’s ordination in Canadian Lutheranism, this editorial grounds the evolution of female church leadership in Confessional Lutheran theology and the ELCIC’s *Reimagining Our Church*. By framing ministry as functional and Christocentric, the author addresses persistent systemic challenges facing female clergy while introducing a collection of female-authored perspectives on adaptive, Spirit-led leadership for the future.
A Brief History Of Canadian Pentecostal Women: How Did They Overcome The Obstacles?, Carmen Ramirez
A Brief History Of Canadian Pentecostal Women: How Did They Overcome The Obstacles?, Carmen Ramirez
Consensus
The rise of Canadian Pentecostalism created unique opportunities for women to navigate structural patriarchy and achieve leadership. Tracing historical developments from early twentieth-century origins to an ethnographic study of a female-led Latina congregation in Toronto, the analysis demonstrates how Holy Spirit empowerment, pneumatological authority, and practical theological adaptations enable women, particularly marginalized Latinas, to overcome institutional obstacles.
Exploring Opportunities With Global Citizenship Education: Practice, Frameworks, And Curriculum Renewal, Miguel Heilbron
Exploring Opportunities With Global Citizenship Education: Practice, Frameworks, And Curriculum Renewal, Miguel Heilbron
Consensus
No abstract provided.
A Different Kind Of Conversation/Christian Unity, Mary (Joy) Philip
A Different Kind Of Conversation/Christian Unity, Mary (Joy) Philip
Consensus
No abstract provided.
The Earth Charter As Green Fire, Mary (Joy) Philip
To Till And Keep: Encountering God Through Nature, Gloria Mele
To Till And Keep: Encountering God Through Nature, Gloria Mele
Consensus
This essay was written for the course “TH530A-A: God and Theological Reflection,” taught by Mary (Joy) Philip at Martin Luther University College, Fall 2025.
Wounds That Mend: Rebecca Belmore’S Fringe And The Healing Of The Earth And Body, Muznah Moiz
Wounds That Mend: Rebecca Belmore’S Fringe And The Healing Of The Earth And Body, Muznah Moiz
Consensus
This essay was written for the course “TH530A-A: God and Theological Reflection,” taught by Mary (Joy) Philip at Martin Luther University College, Fall 2025.
Beware! The Idol Of Convenience, Leo Nupolu Johnson
Being A Good Ancestor, John Milloy
Happy Pride!, Rachel Urquhart
Welcoming Strangers Into Relationship: A Sermon For Trinity Sunday, Kayko Driedger Hesslein
Welcoming Strangers Into Relationship: A Sermon For Trinity Sunday, Kayko Driedger Hesslein
Consensus
No abstract provided.
Sermon For Truth And Reconciliation, Scott Knarr
Creation Series: Sky, Laura Sauder
The Triune God Spills Into Creation, Calling Us To Love One Another, Kyle Schiefelbein-Guerrero
The Triune God Spills Into Creation, Calling Us To Love One Another, Kyle Schiefelbein-Guerrero
Consensus
No abstract provided.
Need To Figure Out How To Have A Difficult Conversation? Open Your Bible!, Angela Yensen
Need To Figure Out How To Have A Difficult Conversation? Open Your Bible!, Angela Yensen
Consensus
No abstract provided.
Can Churches Exist In The Deconstruction Space? The Deconstruction Movement And The Decline Of The White Protestant Church In North, Dawn Dickieson-Léger
Can Churches Exist In The Deconstruction Space? The Deconstruction Movement And The Decline Of The White Protestant Church In North, Dawn Dickieson-Léger
Consensus
No abstract provided.
Contemporary Views Of Spiritual And Theological Reflection (2013-2023) Compared To Forty Years Ago: Analysis Of 32 Texts, Chris Brouillard-Coyle, Des Mcenaney, Joselin Zak, Thomas St. James O’Connor
Contemporary Views Of Spiritual And Theological Reflection (2013-2023) Compared To Forty Years Ago: Analysis Of 32 Texts, Chris Brouillard-Coyle, Des Mcenaney, Joselin Zak, Thomas St. James O’Connor
Consensus
What are contemporary views on spiritual and theological reflection? We answer this question using a hermeneutical research method analyzing 32 texts from the current situation. The data indicate five themes: 1) experiences as sources for spiritual/theological reflection, 2) meaning making as key component for spiritual/theological reflection, 3) growth in spiritual reflection and overlap with theological reflection, 4. some flexible methods; many without explicit method, and 5) spiritual but not religious. Discussion, limitations, and areas for future research are provided.
Liminal Transformational Pastoral Leadership: A Case Study God’S Story, Our Story: Living In Times Of Change, Kara Carter
Liminal Transformational Pastoral Leadership: A Case Study God’S Story, Our Story: Living In Times Of Change, Kara Carter
Consensus
No abstract provided.
Hope Is A Promise, Devan Munn
Epiphany Is Our Day, Roger W. Uitti
Letter To The Church, Chris Brouillard-Coyle
Letter To The Church, Chris Brouillard-Coyle
Consensus
What is pastoral leadership? How is, and can, pastoral leadership be embodied in the Church today? Who can and should participate in reflections on these questions? While engaging in a course on pastoral leadership, with the support of the professor, an idea arose to write a letter to the Church following the patterns of the Epistles in the Bible. The goal was to create something that could be read and studied by anyone, while ensuring that the academic rigour behind the contents was made available via the footnotes. The letter is intentionally written in the style of the Epistles, and …
The Afternoon Of Christianity: The Courage To Change, Joe Gunn
The Afternoon Of Christianity: The Courage To Change, Joe Gunn
Consensus
Review of The Afternoon of Christianity: The Courage to Change by Tomáš Halík (Notre Dame, IN: University of Notre Dame Press, 2024)
Faith Communities: A Wider Expression, Anne Anderson