BALT 301 Christian Theology: Contemplative Practices and Social Transformation

This course provides the theological framework for the spiritual formation curriculum for Baltimore Urban Studies. Students will learn from diverse cultural perspectives as they investigate the foundational beliefs of discipleship and Christian formation. This course gives focused attention on the implications of Christian formation in an urban context, the relationship between the Church and culture, and how theology informs, guides and facilitates personal transformation and community reconciliation. A component of this course delves into equipping students to cultivate contemplative practices that will help them deepen their personal relationship with Christ.