Theology, Church, and Ministry

isbn: 9781433645839
status: Active
publish date: 10/15/2017
pages: 464
carton quantity: 24
weight: 1.703

A Handbook for Theological Education

David Dockery

$39.99

We live in a precarious time when many are questioning the necessity of formal theological education for ministers. Theology, Church, and Ministry: A Handbook for Theological Education helps readers understand the critical role theological education plays in equipping God-called ministers for service in the church. This distinct resource explains both the development and purpose of theological education as well as its role in student formation. The contributors include outstanding thinkers and leaders in the field of theological education, including Con Campbell, Tim Tennent, Mark Bailey, Kevin Vanhoozer, Dan Block, Robert Smith, Dana Harris, Malcolm Yarnell, Danny Akin, and Greg Wills, among others.

about the author

David S. Dockery has been the president of Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois since 2014. Before coming to Trinity, Dockery served as president of Union University in Jackson, Tennessee for more than 18 years. He has also served as chairman of the board of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. Dockery has authored or edited thirty books including Renewing Minds, Shaping a Christian Worldview, and Christian Leadership Essentials.