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Does the Recovery of Catechesis Need a Boot Camp Model?

Posted on : August 11, 2014

The question of my title would not win any awards for cultural sensitivity in many congregations of our church. Visions of shouting boot camp sergeants, suspicions of militaristic sympathies, and fears of oppressive and hierarchical… Continue Reading

A Modest Proposal for Immigration Reform

Posted on : August 4, 2014

Crisis at the border! Thousands of unaccompanied children are crossing vast distances and taking huge risks for the opportunity of receiving asylum in the US. Depending on whom you ask, the crisis is either a… Continue Reading
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March 13, 2023

For some preachers and congregations, storytelling is the essence of preaching. A good preacher is a good storyteller, first and foremost, and if in fact there is more to good preaching …

March 8, 2023

The place to acquire a reputable knowledge and collection of works in Christian Ethics should not begin with Christian Ethics. Background work should be done first. As a relatively recent academic …

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December 16, 2022

AFTE is now accepting scholarship applications for 2023. Applications and required supporting materials are due in the AFTE office no …

July 1, 2022

A Foundation for Theological Education (AFTE) John Wesley Fellowships have been awarded to six doctoral students. The John Wesley Fellows …