What comes next? Practical theology, faithful presence, and prophetic witness

The paper is a reflection on some aspects of and developments within practical theology within the UK and Ireland. It highlights some of the possibilities for Practical Theology alongside of the potential dangers. It recognises the diversity of practical theology but argues that this is a strength f...

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Subtitles:Challenges
Main Author: Swinton, John 1957- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Routledge, Taylor and Francis Group [2020]
In: Practical theology
Year: 2020, Volume: 13, Issue: 1/2, Pages: 162-173
IxTheo Classification:CH Christianity and Society
FB Theological education
KBF British Isles
RA Practical theology
Further subjects:B Practical Theology
B Hospitality
B Dialogue
B BIAPT
B Prophetic
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Summary:The paper is a reflection on some aspects of and developments within practical theology within the UK and Ireland. It highlights some of the possibilities for Practical Theology alongside of the potential dangers. It recognises the diversity of practical theology but argues that this is a strength for the discipline. The paper develops the image of practical theology as a diamond that is shaped and formed as it encounters various pressures. It argues that amidst the anxieties and concerns of Post-Brexit Britain and Ireland, Practical Theology needs to develop its identity as a prophetic witness called to the vocation of truth-telling and critical thinking, public theology, hospitality, and interdisciplinary friendship. BIAPT has the potential to be central to facilitating this prophetic process. It is a place where we are shaped and formed and where the diamond of Practical Theology finds cohesion and clarity.
ISSN:1756-0748
Contains:Enthalten in: Practical theology
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1080/1756073X.2020.1735718