Sabbath as Rest and Resistance
The Candler Foundry in partnership with Hancock United Church of Christ
Course Information
Course Dates: April 27; May 4, 11, 18
Course Time: Thursdays 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT (online)
Course Description
This course explores the biblical theology of Sabbath as well as the purpose, place, and practice of Sabbath in Christian faith formation. We will come to understand the ancient practice of Sabbath keeping as more than just a good idea for managing busyness or a way of taking more time off on the weekends. Rather, we will explore Sabbath as both a divine gift and a social mandate that extends to us a disruptive and daring invitation to embrace restorative rest, holy inefficiency, meaningful play, and the call to justice.
For more information, please email our Coordinator of Courses in the Community, Damellys Sacriste, at candlerfoundry@emory.edu.
Pitts Theology Library Digital Resource Access
Explore your theological questions
All registered participants in the Courses in the Community program have access to select Pitts Theology Library resources. These resources can be used to research topics, authors, or areas of interest from class discussions. Please click on the link below to be taken to the library access portal. If you need assistance, please contact Cristha Edwards Lea, Coordinator of Digital Initiatives, at candlerfoundry@emory.edu.
Username: sabbathsp23
Password: foundryaccess04272023
Meet the Instructor
Dr. Ryan Bonfiglio
Dr. Ryan Bonfiglio serves at Emory’s Candler School of Theology as an Assistant Professor in the Practice of Old Testament. He also is the Founding Director of The Candler Foundry, a new initiative that seeks to bridge the gap between the church and the academy by making seminary-level learning accessible and engaging for the broader public. His work through The Candler Foundry offers opportunities for theological exploration outside of Candler’s formal degree programs, including the TheoEd speaker series, in-depth courses led by Candler faculty for churches or communities, and an 8-month online certificate program offering micro credentials in various areas of ministry and leadership. His research and teaching interests include ancient biblical metaphors, the Bible and Poverty, and various topics in Old Testament theology. He is currently working on a book that explores the biblical theology of the Sabbath (Westminster John Knox).
If you have any questions about the course, please feel free to reach out to Ryan at rbonfig@emory.edu.
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Courses in the Community: On Demand
Please check this section regularly for your weekly course recordings and important updates. If you are experiencing any delays or issues, please email our Coordinator of Digital Initiatives, Cristha Lea at candlerfoundry@emory.edu.
