Scripture, Memory, and Formation
The Scripture and Hermeneutics Seminar is continuing its multi-year project: Spiritual Formation and Biblical Interpretation. In a paper presentation at last year's seminar Dr. Megan Roberts introduced the notion of memory into the discussion of spiritual formation and sparked a stimulating discussion. Catalyzing on that discussion and in recognition of the foundational role memory has to play biblically in communal and individual formation, this year’s theme will explore the intersection of Scripture, memory, and formation. This is obviously a massive and multi-faceted topic. We hope that through an introductory presentation and three more focused papers, we can open up a fruitful discussion about this important topic. For more information contact Dave Beldman ([email protected]) or AJ Culp ([email protected]).
Scripture and Hermeneutics Seminar
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
11/19/2022
Governor's Square 15 (Plaza Tower - Concourse Level) - Sheraton Downtown (SD)
When asked about how a student could excel in biblical exegesis, Brevard Childs answered, “If you want to do better exegesis, become a deeper person.” This raises the question, how does one become a deeper person such that it enhances one’s interpretation of the Bible? The SAHS is embarking on a multi-year project on spiritual formation and biblical interpretation. This project will consider (among other things) two main questions: (1) What is the role of spiritual formation in biblical interpretation? (2) How does Scripture as God’s instruction provide resources for thinking about and submitting to the process of spiritual formation? The chairs welcome feedback and those interested in this project are encouraged to get in touch. There will likely be associated virtual sessions on this topic throughout the year so please keep an eye on website for the Kirby Laing Centre (and/or subscribe to the KLC newsletter). For more information, please contact Dave Beldman ([email protected]) and AJ Culp ([email protected]).
A.J. Culp, Lakewood Baptist Church, Welcome (5 min)
David Beldman, Redeemer University College, Welcome
Opening Liturgy
Susan Bubbers, The Center for Anglican Theology, Presiding (5 min)
William Olhausen, Church of Ireland Theological Institute
A Table in the Wilderness? Hermeneutics and Spiritual Formation (25 min)
Jessica Hooten Wilson, University of Dallas
Reading for the Love of God (25 min)
Break (10 min)
Megan Roberts, Prairie College
Memory Formation as Spiritual Formation: Broken Memory and Isaiah's Vision of Comfort (25 min)
John DelHousaye, Arizona Christian University
Today you will be with me in PaRDeS’: Gospels, Spiritual Formation, and Quadriga (25 min)
Discussion (25 min)
Closing Liturgy
This year the Scripture and Hermeneutics Seminar is devoted to building out from its 2002 volume: A Royal Priesthood? The Use of the Bible Ethically and Politically. A Dialogue with Oliver O’Donovan (Scripture and Hermeneutics Series, Volume 3). That volume engaged O’Donovan’s Desire of the Nations. This year, a stellar group of scholars from multiple disciplines will revisit and engage O’Donovan’s ongoing work in a review panel, especially his recent “Ethics as Theology” Trilogy (Self, World and Time; Finding and Seeking; Entering into Rest), with the aim of exploring some new trajectories in contemporary Christian Ethics.
- Heath Thomas, Oklahoma Baptist University, Introduction (5 min)
- Ian Clausen, Villanova University, Panelist (15 min)
- Craig Bartholomew, Kirby Laing Institute for Christian Ethics (Cambridge), Panelist (15 min)
- Kristen Deede Johnson, Western Theological Seminary, Panelist (15 min)
- Break (15 min)
- Matthew Arbo, Oklahoma Baptist University , Panelist (15 min)
- Amber Bowen, Trinity College, Bristol (UK) , Panelist (15 min)
- Discussion (35 min)
- William Olhausen, Church of Ireland Theological Institute, Closing (5 min)
