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The Major Theological Themes in the Gospel of Mark.
No full textThe Gospel of Mark contains many themes; among these is the major theme of the identity of Jesus, following, the theme of discipleship takes centre stage. After calling his disciples to follow him, Jesus defines what discipleship will mean to those that follow him and the demands that come with discipleship. Although Mark portrays the disciples both in the negative and positive, the essay is not going to focus on the disciples but rather on discipleship. The theme of discipleship is linked to denying of self, taking up the cross and following Jesus. Simply put, discipleship in Mark’s view is connected to suffering and service. The essay will give a brief background of the Gospel of Mark then explore Mark’s model of discipleship and discipleship in the contemporary world
Brief History of Catholic Diocese of Chinhoyi
No full textThis essay aims to give an intelligent and informative brief history of the diocese of Chinhoyi. The history will be traced from the establishment of the Sinoia Mission by the Jesuits and the eventually establishment of the Prefecture of Sinoia. Challenges which were faced by the Church especially during the liberation war are also going to be discussed. Finally, the establishment of Chinhoyi as a diocese and the developments up to the present day are going to be outlined
The Church’s Response in a Covid 19 Era
No full textThe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic – direct and indirect have been grave to the Church and to the world. Millions of people havecontracted the virus and millions also have died. Daily people’s lives around the world have been radically altered. Physical distancing has reshaped human interaction in different ways including worship and religious observances. The Church has been unable to gather for months, even during special seasons of the Church such as Lent and Easter. African liturgy is full of joy, love and togetherness which is very evident during weddings, funerals and during the celebration of the sacraments particularly the Eucharist.Many people have found solace, healing, faith, hope and love through the church gatherings. However, this Covid 19 era hasmade the mandate of the church of proclamation of the Gospel very difficult to achieve. Church buildings are deserted and some instances have become expensive monuments, difficult to maintain because our main source of income, the faithful and the Minister, are both under lockdown in their homes. Prayer meetings, Church gatherings, Sacraments and many other activities have been banned making it difficult for the Church to practice its mandate
Editorial
No full textPlease note that the views expressed in the articles in this journal do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Editorial Board. Each writer is fully responsible for his or her views. However, comments and reactions concerning this issue of DARE are most welcome. All correspondence should be forwarded to the Editor at the address provided
An Evaluation of Sex Education in School Curriculum on Moral Grounds
No full textEducation is an integral aspect of human life. It is vital that school curriculums include the subject of sex education. On moral grounds, sex education in the school curriculum is plausible as it helps school children to understand all the aspects of human sexuality and their implications. In itself, sex education is broad and covers a whole range of topics that have to do with sexuality. Topics such as teenage pregnancy, abortion, masturbation, sexual intercourse, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexually transmitted infections and diseases (STI/D) marriage, relationships, mensuration, contraceptives, and many others, which are subjects to sex education, clearly indicate the moral importance of sex education in the school curriculum. However, on the other hand, including sex educationin the school curriculum means exciting the students with the desire to experiment with sexual intercourse among other things. Having said this, the article shall in detail, evaluate moral grounds for sex education in the school curriculum
“Social Progress is only Possible on the Basis of a Sound Christian Morality.”
No full textHuman experience and facticity attest to the fact that, no matter what it takes, nobody absolutely lives on an island. Instead, we are inone way or another, globally connected to the effect that what happens in one part of the world yields a virtuous or pernicious effect on the rest of the world. Accordingly, it is legitimate and necessary to have an established set and system of morals and values to guide our social life in order that every individual and society at large progresses toward the good. However, the topical question which preoccupies us is how can we foster this social progress. As a result, this paper endeavours to explain whether social progress is only possible on the basis of sound Christian morality or not. Yet in order to substantiate this, we shall begin by understandingChristian morality and then see if it can be the only necessary condition for social progress or not
A Critical Evaluation of the Realities of COVID-19 and A Quest to Restore the Broken Lives Rooted on Mission and Theology
No full textAs this paper is being written in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, it sympathetically points out that the pandemic has broughtenormous trauma, horrifying, scary, disrupted economies, disrupted social life, and unemployment. Generally, everything has been negatively affected locally and globally. Perhaps, people need to flush back with the same scaring interpretations people had during the beginning of HIV and AIDS in the past. Some of the scary words used were shuramatongo (mysterious), kambezo (small axe), mukondombera (outbreak), etc. HIV and AIDS had become the talk of the day, particularly in Africa. It had become the pulse of social media. Sadly, the infected and affected suffered stigmatization, discrimination, blame, rejection, etc. However, they overcome it in the end and today we are living with this disease that came to stay. Perhaps it could be the same with COVID-19
Understanding Understanding Pluralism, Ecumenism and Religious Dialogue in Light of the Conciliar Doctrine of the Trinity , Ecumenism and Religious Dialogue in Light of the Conciliar Doctrine of the Trinity
No full textThe Conciliar doctrine of the Trinity cannot be defined outside the auspices of Scripture and Tradition, given that all doctrine is shaped by these two fundamentals. They are the source and foundation of faith. Therefore, it is no surprise that the Trinity, both in essence and in persons, in unity and in diversity, is explicit from the very outset of the creation narrative (Gen. 1:1, 27). In like manner, the practices and teachings of the Church fathers throughout history could not be found wanting insofar as defining the Trinity is concerned, nor did ecumenical councils. It is therefore against this backdrop that the researcher endeavours to provide a concise definition of Conciliar Doctrine of the Trinity prior to demonstrating its nexus with Pluralism, Ecumenism and Religious Dialogue
Critical Issues in the book of Exodus
No full textIsraelites who have moved from Canaan to Egypt due to famine, multiply in great numbers. This poses a threat to Pharaoh who suppresses them into slavery. They cry out and God hears their cry. God reveals Himself to Moses as a burning bush and sends Moses to lead the Israelites out of the land of Egypt, back to Canaan the land promised to their forefather Abraham. In this essay I am going to look into the critical issues in the book of Exodus. This will include looking at its dating, historicity, authorship, sources, the targeted audience, Israel’s state of religion, theological themes, women in Exodus and end with a conclusion
Commissioning of the Twelve:: An Analysis of Matthew 10:5-15
No full textPrior to Matthew 10:5-15 Jesus evidently executes his mission. The Matthean Jesus proclaims about the kingdom of heaven and heals many who are sick. He heals a leper, paralytic and the blind to mention but a few (Mat 8; 9). Hence, in chapter 10:5-15 Jesus sends his twelve disciples to further his mission. Hence, it is imperative that in this paper, I analyse the commission discourse as presented in Matthew 10:5-15 and ascertain how the disciples were to accomplish it. To achieve this aim, the work commences by looking at the term apostle as background information followed by an analysis of the passage. Thereafter, I will discuss what is in the primary texts and what the secondary literature say showing whether I agree or not to the facts highlighted therein giving justification for my position. Eventually, a conclusion will be drawn that Matthew’s heightening moment in the mission discourse is his radical demand for simplicity. This simplicity would prove the value of their mission