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Early Career Scholars in the Theological Disciplines

Roundtable Conversation: “The Mixed Legacy of Historical Criticism in Churches of Christ”

When: June 10, 2021, 9:00 am - Thursday

Where: Swang 100

Session 3

Session Abstract

This roundtable brings together senior and early career scholars in a conversation on the legacy of the Churches of Christ’s close alignment with historical-critical method. We will explore how our tradition’s emphasis on historical criticism has both empowered and limited participants’ scholarship, with particular attention to the role a narrow methodology has played in the exclusion of diverse voices and scholarship. We will also consider the implications of a more eclectic approach and curriculum for the future of our universities and churches.

Speakers

Laura Locke Estes, Pepperdine University, Convener

  • Darren Hagood, Long Beach Church of Christ, Participant
  • Richard Hughes, Lipscomb University, Participant
  • Cari Myers, Pepperdine University, Participant
  • Noemí Palomares, Pepperdine University, Participant
  • Shelly Tilton, University of Virginia, Participant

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James Cone with conferee at the CSC in 2017

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Pulitzer Prize winner Marilynne Robinson delivering the CSC plenary address

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Francis Collins, director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), delivering the CSC plenary address.

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David Brooks engaging conferees during breakfast at the CSC

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