Introduction to Christian Thought

This course will be an introduction to the breadth of theologies and issues central to Christian Thought including analysis of their socio-historical roots.  Attention will be given to significant theologians and social movements that have impacted the contemporary landscape of thought.

Rev. Christine Isham-Walsh, Phd.  Ordained in the Christian Church (DOC) in 2005, Christine  received her PhD from Drew University with an emphasis in contemporary ethics.  Her dissertation explored issues of racism in Christian Feminist Theological Ethics and was titled: Engaging Differences: Replacing the search for essentials in feminist theological ethics with a conversation on difference. She has served the local church in various leadership positions, as Elder, and Sunday school teacher as well as well as Associate and Senior Minister positions.  She currently balances working for the State of Missouri Department of Social Services, filling various pulpits on Sundays, and the busy lives of her two teenagers with great joy and by the grace of God.