A Methodology for Theological Systems: The Relation between Theological Systems and External Data

Empowerment: A Theological Perspective'

Empowerment: a theological perspective It is generally accepted that sound practice must he informed by sound theory. This maxim applies also with reference to the concept empowerment which is in vogue within South Africa today. Therefore it is argued here that for empowerment to be effective it must he underpinned by a sound theological understanding o f powerlessness. After exploring the use ...

Scientific and Theological Realism

In this paper I shall explore the parallels and contrasts between scientific and theological realism. I shall start by providing an outline of the various aspects of scientific realism before looking at these in more detail and in comparison to theological realism. I hope that by this comparison with the well-developed debates between various species of scientific antirealists and realists, tha...

A Theological Reflection

Since the publication of the Third Edition of the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services in 1995, the principle of cooperation has become the primary lens through which potential partnerships, mergers or joint ventures between Catholic health care organizations and secular health care organizations have been assessed. Directive 70 stipulates that “Catholic health car...

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Discussion of Theological Anthropology by the International Commission for Anglican – Orthodox Theological Dialogue

Since the publication of The Church of the Triune God (the Cyprus Statement)1 in late 2006, the International Commission for Anglican – Orthodox Theological Dialogue (ICAOTD) has focussed on developing an agreed statement on theological anthropology. As the work of the Commission is unfinished, with planned continuation of the discussion for at least the next two meetings in 2012 and 2013, the ...