Background
Jinkins, Wm. Michael was born on October 5, 1953 in Lufkin, Texas, United States. Son of Arden L. and Rita B. Jinkins.
(Ecclesiology (the theology of the church) is a neglected ...)
Ecclesiology (the theology of the church) is a neglected topic in contemporary theology. At a time when the institutional churches are experiencing dramatic decline, says Michael Jinkins, we need a new understanding of what the church is. In this work, Jinkins challenges the church to rediscover its vocation, to follow Jesus Christ even at the risk of its institutional survival. In the face of a variety of perceived threats to its future, he reminds us that the church is most alive and attractive when it forgets about itself and its safety. The ecclesiology Jinkins puts forward is born from a sense of "life in Christ" that can, he argues, face institutional death to recover a remarkable freedom. Without detailing the face of the future church, he asserts his faith that there is indeed life after death for the church as the worshipping body of Christ.
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(Are you intimidated by theology? Confused? Bored? Michael...)
Are you intimidated by theology? Confused? Bored? Michael Jinkins knows it doesn't have to be that way. "Theology is our critical and prayerful reflection on the totality of life," he writes. "We all do theology on a regular basis, whether or not we are conscious of the fact." In Invitation to Theology Jinkins offers a knowledgeable, helpful and caring guide to walk you through the basics of the Christian faith. Following the pattern of the ancient summary of the Christian faith, the Apostles' Creed, Jinkins highlights the key doctrines of God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, humanity, church, salvation and resurrection. He cuts a clear path through theological terms, traditions and debates. And in the spirit of C. S. Lewis, he invites you to consider some of the most profound reflections--from the distant past to the present day--on Christian belief. Throughout this fascinating journey, the main road is always kept in view: "The meaning and shape of our life together as a community of persons is grounded in the inner life of God, the Trinity, and has been revealed to us in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ." If you are eager to think about your faith, to examine what and why you believe and to reflect on how such faith can be lived out in our world, Invitation to Theology is the book for you.
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Jinkins, Wm. Michael was born on October 5, 1953 in Lufkin, Texas, United States. Son of Arden L. and Rita B. Jinkins.
Bachelor, Howard Payne University, Brownwood, Texas, 1975. Master of Divinity, Southwestern Seminary, Fort Worth, Texas, 1979. Doctor of Ministry, Austin Presbyterian Seminary, Austin, Texas, 1983.
Doctor of Philosophy, University Aberdeen, Aberdeen, Scotland, 1990.
Associate pastor St. Stephen's Presbyterian Church, Irving, Texas, 1979—1983. Pastoral assistant Beechgrove Church, Aberdeen, Scotland, 1987—1990. Pastor Brenham Presbyterian (Texas) Church, 1990—1993.
Professor pastoral theology Austin (Texas) Presbyterian Theological Seminary, 1979—1983, academy dean, since 2004.
(Are you intimidated by theology? Confused? Bored? Michael...)
(Ecclesiology (the theology of the church) is a neglected ...)
Member of Society for the Scientific Study of Religion, Society of Bibical Literature, American Academy Religion.
Married Deborah Bradshaw, September 27, 1975. Children: Jeremy Michael, Jessica Michelle.