Course Description

How can we cultivate faith formation in an age of increasing digitization? This course explores resources from historical theology, ethics, and spiritual formation to develop a theology of discipleship for the common good. Students will utilize a variety of online learning tools to facilitate collaboration, exploration, and the testing out of ideas and approaches as they craft a theology of discipleship that is holistic, sustainable, and contextual within their specific communities. The course will investigate the opportunities and challenges of using digital technologies both as a means of promoting institutional mission and for developing disciples who are committed and equipped to support the work of God’s Spirit in and for the world.

Class time for this course will primarily come through asynchronous pre-recorded lectures and class discussion forums that will be accessible through Moodle. Students are encouraged to schedule at least one Zoom meeting/office hour session with the professor during the term of the course.