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Understanding the Beginning, in Light of the End: Eschatological Reflections on Making Theological Sense of Evolution
No full textThis article proposes that a trinitarian eschatological hermeneutic, applied to the doctrine of creation, helps us to make sense of evolution theologically. From this perspective, the Holy Spirit incessantly draws creation to the Father’s intended destination for it (new creation) through the cosmic, creative-redemptive work of the Son. This article fi rst develops the proposed hermeneutic in dialogue with scripture and trinitarian theology. It then commends the hermeneutic as a way forward in resolving theologically three important issues in the science-faith dialogue concerning evolution: (1) it avoids both a deistic naturalism/materialism and a crude supernaturalist interventionism with respect to God’s interaction with creation; (2) it provides a rich theology of nature while avoiding the pitfalls of pantheism; and (3) it helps us to account theologically for the existence of death as a naturally occurring phenomenon intrinsic to creation.154-170Note: The original format of this article may be viewed free of charge on the ASA web site: https://www.asa3.org/ASA/PSCF/2014/PSCF9-14Franklin.pdfFor AODA accommodation, including help with reading this content, please contact [email protected]://www.asa3.org/ASA/PSCF/2014/PSCF9-14Franklin.pd
Designing and Field-Testing a Model for Managing Leadership Fears
No full textBibliography: leaves 166-172This project designed, field-tested, and assessed a model called Adaptive Courage to guide the process of managing leadership fears. The research methodologies used in assessment were evaluative, phenomenological, and pedagogical while the method was interview. Ten leaders constituting a broad demographic participated in two, one-on-one sessions. The first session assessed each participant's top leadership fears and its related intensities, determined the extent to which each participant's valuing of spirituality played a role in managing fears, and explained the Adaptive Courage model. Each leader then implemented the steps of the Adaptive Courage approach for an average of four weeks followed by a second session designed to debrief the subject and the therapeutic model's effectiveness. Although the types of fears were different among the leaders, the fear experience itself was common and potentially disruptive to their effectiveness. Understanding and applying the Adaptive Courage model proved to positively impact most of the individuals and provided a structured, cognitive framework that could be applied in a broad context of situational challenges. The positive value of spirituality among participants, though diverse in practices, was confirmed.Thesis (D. Min.)—Tyndale University College & Seminary, 2014This is a research portfolio submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Ministry, Tyndale University College & SeminaryFor AODA accommodation, including help with reading this content, please contact [email protected] – Theological Rationale – Literature Review – Research Methodology – Research Findings and Analysis – Conclusions and Consideration
Using Donor Research to Influence Stewardship Praxis in Mennonite Foundation of Canada's Constituency
No full textBibliography: leaves 235-244How and why do people donate money to their church and other charities? Donor research sheds light on the practice of discipleship, the strength of Christian community, and the bonds of unity among churches. In all, sixty-six respondents completed a survey on their giving behaviour and participated in focus groups. Donors belonged to the seven supporting conferences (denominations) in Mennonite Foundation of Canada's (MFC) constituency. The results underscore trust as a condition for giving, and highlight connection and shared values/vision as reasons for giving. These findings are corroborated by national studies of Canadian donors. Understanding how and why constituents donate their gifts will help MFC pursue its mission of promoting "faithful, joyful giving" and may serve as a template or comparison for research in other denominations and charities. MFC services a diverse constituency in terms of language, culture, politics and education; these results should be transferable to other Christian contexts. The research develops a theologically robust, integrated model of giving and posits why giving patterns are changing. This thesis provides a number of discussion points around stewardship including: gratitude, role of the pastor, tithing, and planning. This action research project seeks to both document and influence stewardship values and practices among Canadian Mennonites and beyond. It offers practical suggestions on how charities and congregations can be more intentional in nurturing generosity.Thesis (D. Min.)—Tyndale University College & Seminary, 2014This is a research portfolio submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Ministry, Tyndale University College & SeminaryFor AODA accommodation, including help with reading this content, please contact [email protected] Context – Theological Rationale – Social Science and Precedent Literature – Methodology – Findings – Conclusion
Julian of Norwich: Her Life, Contribution, and Contemporary Significance
No full textIncludes bibliographical references.27-40Book chapter has not been provided as it would violate Canadian copyright law. There are multiple chapters authored by Tyndale University faculty.For AODA accommodation, including help with reading this content, please contact [email protected]
Wesley's Ecclesiastical History (1781) and Methodist Identity
No full textPaper given at the Annual Wesley Studies Symposium, March 25, 2014, Tyndale University College & Seminary, Toronto, Ontario.Video and audio recordings of this presentation are not availableFor AODA accommodation, including help with reading this content, please contact [email protected]://www.tyndale.ca/seminary/wesley-studies/annual-symposiu
Using Gamification to Engage and Motivate Music Students
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Trinitarian Beliefs and Musical Expression among Canadian Holiness Churches
No full textPaper given at the Annual Wesley Studies Symposium, March 25, 2014, Tyndale University College & Seminary, Toronto, Ontario.Video and audio recordings of this presentation are not availableFor AODA accommodation, including help with reading this content, please contact [email protected]://www.tyndale.ca/seminary/wesley-studies/annual-symposiu
Caring for the Stranger in Our Midst
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An Exploration of Greenleaf’s Servant-Leadership Characteristic of Foresight
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Perfect Tense-Form and the Son of Man in John 3.13: Developments in Greek Grammar as a Viable Solution to the Timing of the Ascent and Descent
No full textThe perfect tense-form verb ἀναβέβηκεν in John 3.13 is usually interpreted in light of traditional verb theory, as a “past action with present results”. This interpretation introduces an apparent problematic chronology in that the Son of Man ascends before descending; however, recent developments in Greek grammar, particularly verbal aspect theory, provide a viable solution to this grammatical “problem” and indicate that the Son of Man’s descent precedes his ascent.1-10For AODA accommodation, including help with reading this content, please contact [email protected] Manuscrip