Friday Afternoon Courses

Dr. Grace Ji-Sun Kim
Professor of Theology, Earlham School of Religion
Featured Summit Guest Lecturer

Invisibility persists throughout the Asian American story. Invisibility is not only a racial and cultural issue, but also a profound spiritual issue. This lecture seeks to understand how marginalized and oppressed groups can become empowered by working toward a Theology of Visibility. A Theology of Visibility uplifts the voiceless and empowers the invisible, moving beyond experiences of oppression and toward claiming their space in the kingdom of God.

Marcell Silva Steuernagel

Assistant Professor of Church Music and Director of the Sacred Music and Pastoral Music Programs

Christianity is a patchwork quilt of denominations and traditions. Oftentimes, participants see the music traditions of their denominations as consolidated bodies of music. But under that veneer of consolidation lie histories of transformation, resistance, and other modes of negotiation of musical styles and theologies. This session will explore those hidden flows, giving participants an opportunity to reflect on the musical journey of their own congregations and curate music that speaks to current contexts and challenges.

Rev. Dr. James E. Woods

Adjunct Faculty, Spiritual Formation

The Labyrinth Workshop will explore the ancient practice of the prayer labyrinth as a means of engaging sacred space both without and within. As all contemplative disciplines are balanced by pragmatic action, this course will holistically combine brief classroom learnings on the history and symbolism of the labyrinth with the practical experience of navigating the labyrinth within the Perkins cloister.* The class will conclude with a moment of mutual sharing and reflection. Maximum of 20 attendees.