Catechesis, Developmental Theory, and a Fresh Vision for Christian Education
The use of developmental theory in Christian education, though invaluable, has led to several insufficiencies in practice, namely intergenerational fragmentation, a diverted focus from scriptural engagement, and the tendency to box people in according to their developmental capacity. We propose that...
Publié dans: | Christian education journal |
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Auteurs: | ; |
Type de support: | Électronique Article |
Langue: | Anglais |
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Sage Publications
2014
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Christian education journal
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Sujets non-standardisés: | B
interdisciplinary studies
B Theological Education B Catechesis B Human Development B Christian Education B educational theory B Social Science |
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Résumé: | The use of developmental theory in Christian education, though invaluable, has led to several insufficiencies in practice, namely intergenerational fragmentation, a diverted focus from scriptural engagement, and the tendency to box people in according to their developmental capacity. We propose that the church's historic method of educating believers, catechesis, is a preferable educational framework that re-centers Christian education around the historic faith, brings generations together, renews focus on Scripture, and rigorously challenges believers to continuously grow in their faith. |
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ISSN: | 2378-525X |
Contient: | Enthalten in: Christian education journal
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Persistent identifiers: | DOI: 10.1177/073989131401100102 |