Religion & Spirituality
Rethinking the Gospel for a New Missional Era
This event is run in collaboration with St Giles' Cathedral. It will be of particular interest to ministers from all denominations in Scotland, and invites participants into a conversation about how van Driel's view may shape a renewed imagination for our ministry and churches.
Session 1: The Difference the Incarnation Makes
Session 2: Christ Gathering All Things Into Himself
What do we say the Christian faith is about? What is the unique thing we find in Christianity but nowhere else? According to recent research, most pastors and church planters would answer these questions with “Jesus” – but in an increasingly post-Christian age, find it difficult to express what difference he makes. Older soteriological models no longer seem to resonate; past language feels no longer life giving.
In a recently published book, theologian Edwin Chr. van Driel offers fresh ways to unpack the meaning of the gospel for a new missional era. Drawing on a minority tradition within the Christian tradition, he argues that the incarnation is not simply a counter measure to sin, but central to God’s engagement with creation.
Tea and coffee will be available and you are welcome to bring your own lunch for the break between the two sessions.
In line with fire safety regulations attendees using a wheelchair must be able to self-transfer to an evac chair in order to safely evacuate the building.
This venue is fully accessible however if you require disabled access please email divinity.news@ed.ac.uk so that we can ensure we accommodate.
