Catalyst

The Call to Study as an Act of Worship

Posted on : October 24, 2016

Iā€™m not a patient person. I hate waiting in lines. I hate being bored. I am one of those people who, when left with a few blank moments in life, pulls out her phone to… Continue Reading

Deep Church Catechesis

Posted on : October 17, 2016

For several years my Catalyst essays have been exploring various aspects of the ā€œlost art of catechesisā€: the deep resources to be recovered in the pre- and post-baptismal catechesis of the early church known as… Continue Reading

A Different Way

Posted on : October 10, 2016

ā€œBe not conformed to the world, but be transformed by the renewal of your minds that you may prove what is the will of God, what is good, and excellent, and perfectā€ (Rom 12:2). When… Continue Reading

The Distinctiveness of Early Christianity

Posted on : October 5, 2016

In the plentiful cafeteria of religious options available in the first three centuries, early Christianity stands out. This was truly a time of religious diversity and development that included the traditional Roman and Greek pantheons,… Continue Reading

Preparing our Hearts and Minds: Conversations with Scripture

Posted on : October 3, 2016

We must learn to read the Bible for transformation. As we seek to follow Jesus into the world on mission, Scripture serves as our interactive guide for the journey. We may think of it as… Continue Reading
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January 23, 2023

ā€œAn abba said, ā€˜The prophets wrote books, then came our fathers, who put them into practice. Those who came after them learnt them by heart. Then came the present generation, who …

January 23, 2023

ā€œAn abba said, ā€˜The prophets wrote books, then came our fathers, who put them into practice. Those who came after them learnt them by heart. Then came the present generation, who …

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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 …