This collection of essays by Bonnie J. Miller-McLemore, Christian Theology in Practice: Discovering A Discipline, explores the evolving field of practical theology, particularly its sub-discipline of pastoral theology. The author emphasizes a significant shift from the concept of the "living human document"—focusing on individual experience—to the "living human web," which broadens the scope to include interconnected social, cultural, and political contexts. A core theme is the integration of feminist and liberation theologies, advocating for an approach that addresses systemic oppression, reclaims marginalized voices, and challenges traditional, individualistic perspectives within Christian care and theological education. Miller-McLemore argues for practical theology as a performative and transformative discipline, deeply engaged with real-world suffering and striving for justice and mutual relationships, moving beyond purely academic or clerical paradigms to connect theory with authentic practice.
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