In this panel we will discuss the current state of affairs in one of the more recent branches of theology. Briefly put liturgical theology studies the meaning of Christian ritual, prayer, and worship practices. As a consequence, a lot of factors have to be taken into account, e.g. denominational, historical, anthropological, and cultural ones. As such a diversity of approaches and perspectives, as well as a certain fluidity with regard to its scope, goal, and research results, are intrinsic to this reflexive and outstandingly theological discipline. In this panel, three scholars from three different theological faculties will approach liturgical theology from three different perspectives: a fundamental (Prof. Dr. Joris Geldhof), an anthropological (Prof. Dr. Thomas Quartier OSB) and a pastoral one (Dr. S. Goyvaerts).
Chair:
- Sam Goyvaerts (Tilburg University)
Panelists:
- Joris Geldhof (KU Leuven) - Liturgical Theology as a Research Program: A Vision, Challenges and Prospects
- Thomas Quartier (Radboud University Nijmegen) - Ritual Studies: Exploring the Anthropological Roots of Liturgical Theology
- Sam Goyvaerts (Tilburg University) - Liturgical Theology and Pastoral Liturgy: On Theology, Liturgy and Christian Praxis
Language: English
