Formed for Ministry: A Program in Spiritual Formation: Learning and Praying
Publication Date
2-2-2000
Publication
The Christian Century
Document Type
Article
Abstract
Theological education ought to be about forming people for ministry, not simply conveying information. Information is important, but theological education must shape ministerial identity. Forming ministerial identity requires attention to the care and nurture of souls beyond the classroom as well as in it. Education and formation in prayer requires time and focus.
Recommended Citation
Jones, Gregory and Jennings, Willie J., "Formed for Ministry: A Program in Spiritual Formation: Learning and Praying" (2000). Public Intellectual Writing. 169.
https://repository.belmont.edu/gregoryjones_public/169
