Process Theology: A Guide for the Perplexed
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Overview
This is an accessible introductory guide to process theology designed for seminary and university classes as well as lay study. In addition to addressing the major tenants of process theology as they relate to traditional theological issues, Epperly addresses cutting-edge issues in theology and ethics such as pluralism and postmodernism, matters of life and death, science (technology and genetics), and emerging forms of Christianity. Epperly assists readers to overcome the obstacles created by the technical language often employed by process theologians. By concentrating specifically on what it is that makes the subject difficult to grasp, Process Theology: A Guide for the Perplexed is a clear, concise, and accessible introduction to thinkers, writers, and subjects within the theological movement.
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- Explains the concepts and difficulties of process theology
- Simplified explanation of technical concepts
- Syntheses of diverse theological perspectives from experts in the field
- What is Process Theology and Why is It So Perplexing?
- A Truly Personal God
- Transforming Christology
- The Spirit and the Dancing Trinity
- The Human Adventure
- Faith and Science in Creative Transformation
- Ethics for a Small Planet
- The Church in Creative Transformation
- Survival After Death in a Pluralistic Age
- New Horizons for Process Theology
Top Highlights
“In the spirit of the early Logos theologians, process theology asserts that wherever truth and healing are present, God is its source whether in the Hindu ashram, the Jewish temple, the Zen meditation room, or the Islamic mosque.” (Page 65)
“the foundational text of process theology. Dr. J.M. Whittaker wrote the following to Victor Lowe:” (Page 11)
“the possibility that God might not be in control of everything that happens in life” (Page 5)
“Process theology presents a transformative vision of reality that is responsive to the challenges of postmodernity, pluralism, and technology.” (Page vii)
“chance, reflected in the impact of DNA and environmental factors, as well as human and divine purpose shapes our lives” (Page 5)
Process theology comes in many forms. Some technical philosophical forms confuse more than enlighten. Bruce Epperly offers his own form of process theology in accessible narrative and confessional prose. The anecdotes, case studies, and stories bring alive process perspectives on crucial issues of our time. This book should further establish and expand process theology’s standing as a persuasive alternative for making sense of God and the many dimensions and questions of our existence.
—Thomas Jay Oord, elder, Nampa First Church of the Nazarene
Unbelievable. Bruce Epperly really succeeds at communicating process theology in its full breadth and depth, in ways that will satisfy newcomers and advanced students alike. Yet he does it almost wholly without the use of technical terms! Epperly’s writing flows beautifully. . . . Perhaps the best in-depth introduction to process theology available for non-specialists.
—Philip Clayton, Ingraham Professor of Theology, Claremont School of Theology
Given that process theology has earned a reputation for being one of the least accessible theological movements, Bruce Epperly does a good job in helping to clarify the main arguments and translating the vocabulary into something akin to everyday usage.
—The Church Times
There is much to commend with this book . . . for a cogent, lucid, well-illustrated, grounded, passionate, comprehensive introduction to one of the most lively and influential schools of theological thought of the last 50 years, Epperly’s book does its job very well.
—Regents Review
Bruce Epperly is professor of practical theology and director of continuing education at Lancaster Theological Seminary in Pennsylvania.
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Sean
05/09/2017
I was able to preview this book as part of Logos Now in September, 2017. On page 5, the author writes as follows (direct cut & paste from within Logos) “As Rick Warren, author of the best-selling Purpose Driven Life, asserts, “God has planned every detail of your life without your input.” " What Rick Warren actually wrote: "God was thinking of you long before you ever thought about him. His purpose for your life predates your conception. He planned it before you existed, without your input! You may choose your career, your spouse, your hobbies, and many other parts of your life, but you don't get to choose your purpose." This is rather different both in intent and actual wording than what Epperly reports. Epperly accurately quotes the same passage on p. 42, but what he has written on p. 6 is pure fabrication and scholastic malpractice. Text within quotation marks must be verbatim with any emendations or editorial comments clearly [bracketed]--unless there's a new academic convention that has come out in recent years that I'm not aware of, that liberal scholars can make up quotes if it helps to score points. Epperly--here and elsewhere--clearly has an axe to grind with Warren. As any student of comparative theology knows, Process Theology differs radically from traditional Christian thought. I was prepared for disagreements. Epperly's fabricated quote appears right in the middle of a section with real-life (?) anecdotes of how the traditional Christian view of God can be spiritually harmful during the rough times of life. Now that I've discovered this quote was made up (and other references at the very least taken out of context), I don't believe a word of the present book.
