Original Research - Special Collection: Practical Theology

Practical theology as embodiment of Christopraxis-servant leadership in Africa

Gordon E. Dames
HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies | Vol 73, No 2 | a4364 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.4102/hts.v73i2.4364 | © 2017 Gordon E. Dames | This work is licensed under CC Attribution 4.0
Submitted: 01 November 2016 | Published: 27 October 2017

About the author(s)

Gordon E. Dames, Department of Philosophy, Practical and Systematic Theology, University of South Africa, South Africa

Abstract

This article proceeds from the aim to revitalise the value of a service ethic for human well-being and the common good of all. The service delivery crisis in South Africa and Africa forms the context. A contemporary example of an embodied practical theology of service is offered, followed by a theological and social analysis of service delivery in South Africa. A theoretical service ethic framework with special reference to practical theology as a living Christopraxis is discussed. Finally, the value of diaconology as a science of service is presented, followed by the conclusion.

Keywords

practical theology; love; service ethic; diaconia; Christopraxis; missional; service delivery; Marikana

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