Doctrine, Truth and Pluralism

Semester 2, 2021 at Pilgrim Theological College

Doctrine is woven into every feature of the church’s life, but it mostly stays beneath the surface until a specific theological controversy erupts. This unit will explore the multiple hidden and visible roles of doctrine in the life of the church, its relationship to the bible, its witness to the truth of a living God, and the possibilities of doctrinal innovation. Current scholarly discussions around these issues will be introduced, especially those drawing on ‘affect theory’ that relate doctrine to the passions and experiences of Christian life and the work of the Holy Spirit.

This unit is also available to audit for an audit fee (no assessment or credit).

Unit details

Learn more about this unit on Geoff Thompson’s blog.

Pilgrim Theological College

Pilgrim Theological College is an ecumenical college of the University of Divinity, operated by the Uniting Church Synod of Victoria and Tasmania. Pilgrim’s courses offer a community of learning, formation and discipleship, inspired by the richness and strength of theological education across the traditions of the Uniting Church and the commitment to ecumenical theology and formation from the United Faculty of Theology.