Description
A course that explores the interwoven nature of the divine and human narratives. Specific topics of study include identity construction and maintenance, and the embodiment of faith in ritual practices. Students contextualize their own appropriation of gospel narratives in specific cultural locations, and consider diverse performances of the gospel across many cultural settings. Focused attention is given to the crucial role of story construction and propagation in practices of leadership with Christian community. Primary conversation partners are anthropology, cultural studies, and contemporary theological approaches to culture and tradition.