Description

Class Summary

Everyone knows Christians fight amongst ourselves and probably remember times from our own past or from history. Usually these conflicts are described as theological. In this class we’ll look at some long ago conflicts — for example, the disagreement over when to celebrate Easter. We’ll try to understand the stakes, not only theologically but culturally and sociologically. We’ll try to be curious rather than condemning or mocking.

About the Instructor

Nancy Heisey taught biblical studies and church history for 25 years at Eastern Mennonite University. She also served with Mennonite Central Committee and on the executive committee of Mennonite World Conference. Her life is shaped by a childhood among the Navajo people with Brethren in Christ missionary parents. In retirement, she lives in Philadelphia where she volunteers with the local Indivisible chapter.