Preaching on the Sacraments: Patristic Imitation

1 credits · Divinity School

This course explores patristic examples of using typology and allegory, especially in the 4th century form of preaching known as mystagogy, to name what is experienced in Christian worship. The course will emphasize appropriation of this patristic technique for the creation of sermons, prayers, song texts, and catechesis for the church today