Theological Foundations: Concepts and Methods for Understanding Christian Faith
Theological Foundations REV"The perfect book for introducing the building blocks of theology!"--Br. Armand Alcazar, FSC, Lewis UniversityAuthored by a roster of award-winning teaching scholars, Theological Foundations:Concepts and Methods for Understanding Christian Faith is an introductory theology textbook appropriate for students of all faiths and non-faiths. This "first book" helps undergraduates to establish a solid base in theology, readying them for further study.This edition has been expanded and revised to better reflect the diversity of today's college classroom. It encourages students to engage in a religious dialogue informed by the richness of their own experiences, beliefs, and practices.Theological Foundations:• Is appropriate for students of all levels, including those with no background in theology• Provides a thorough overview of each topic, including terms, concepts, and vocabulary• Discusses Catholic theology in a global context and in relation to Judaism and Islam• Includes end-of-chapter text and discussion questions• Features a unique, topic-specific "From the Research Librarian" component in each chapter, teaching skills that will be applicable to any course throughout a student's college careerAbout the EditorJ.J. Mueller, SJ, is associate professor in the department of theology at Saint Louis University, where he has taught since 1997.