Writing Theologically

by Eric D. Barreto

Overview

Of course, by writing we refer to the kinds of reflections, essays, and exams students will have to complete in the seminary classroom. But writing also encompasses the many modes of communication and self-discovery that creative expression can unlock. Writing Theologically introduces writing not just as an academic exercise but as a way for students to communicate the good news in rapidly changing contexts, as well as to discover and craft their own sense of vocation and identity. Most important will be guiding students to how they might begin to claim and hone a distinctive theological voice that is particularly attuned to the contexts of writer and audience alike.

In a collection of brief, readable essays, this volume, edited by Eric D. Barreto, emphasizes the vital skills, practices, and values involved in writing theologically. That is, how might students prepare themselves to communicate effectively and creatively, clearly and beautifully, the insights they gather during their time in seminary? Each contribution includes practical advice about best practices in writing theologically; however, the book also stresses why writing is vital in the self-understanding of the minister, as well as her or his public communication of the good news.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781451483406
Publisher:	1517 Media
Publication date:	04/01/2015
Series:	Foundations for Learning
Pages:	157
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Eric D. Barreto is associate professor of New Testament at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota, and was ordained by Peachtree Baptist Church (CBF) in 2006. He is the author of Ethnic Negotiations: The Function of Race and Ethnicity in Acts 16 (2010) and co-author of New Proclamation, Series C, Easter through Christ the King, 2013 (Fortress, 2012) as well as a regular contributor to The Huffington Post, WorkingPreacher.org, and EntertheBible.org.

Table of Contents

Contributors vii

Introduction Eric D. Barreto 1

1 Writing Basically Richard Newton 5

2 Writing Persuasively David G. Garber Jr. 21

3 Writing for the Ear Karyn L. Wiseman 33

4 Writing Briefly Shively T.J. Smith 45

5 Writing Creatively Angela Yarber 59

6 Writing Publicly Grace Ji-Sun Kim 73

7 Writing Digitally Adam J. Copeland 87

8 Writing Purposefully Melinda A. McGarrah Sharp 103

9 Writing Personally Raj Nadellal 119

10 Writing Spiritually Jacob D. Myers 131

More Writing 149

Bibliography 151