Introduction to Black Church Studies

3 credits · Divinity School

This course is an introductory exploration of the historical legacy, progressive traditions, spiritual depth, and social witness of the Black Church as it has been studied through theories and methods that make up the interdisciplinary field of Black Church Studies. Towards this end, we will take a definitive look at the various Black Church Studies sub-disciplines, namely: Black Church History; African American Biblical Hermeneutics; Black Theologies; Black Church, Culture, and Society; African American Social Ethics; African American Pastoral Care, Black Christian Education; African American Worship; and Black Preaching,. The course will also facilitate opportunities for the intellectual, professional, and inspirational development of transformational leadership for students interested in working in or in collaboration with African-American Christian churches and communities. [3] Mr. Floyd-Thomas