Discipleship and Disability

1 credits · Divinity School

Questions of human limitation, impairment, and disability animate both historical and contemporary theological thought. Contemporary movements of disability rights, disability pride, and the field of disability studies all provide critical conversation partners for Christian disciples. This course will explore material from disabled and non-disabled authors in Christian theology and ethics, disability studies, and popular media. This course emphasizes critical and interdisciplinary reflection on the implications of the human experience of disability for Christian ethical praxis and pastoral care. Key course themes include access, care, healing, and disability justice.