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Dr. Karen Swallow Prior, professor, author: Reading and public theology
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As a professor of English, Karen Swallow Prior argues that reading both shapes character and requires character, including patience, prudence, and love. Dr. Prior offers Christian perspectives on events for the New York Times and the Atlantic, taking up the role of public theologian. Although she never sought one, she has a "platform" – and explains why it is ill-advised to seek a platform.
If you would like to enrich your reading life, enter here for the opportunity to win a copy of Karen's book On Reading Well, provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group.
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Manage episode 343020080 series 2989591
As a professor of English, Karen Swallow Prior argues that reading both shapes character and requires character, including patience, prudence, and love. Dr. Prior offers Christian perspectives on events for the New York Times and the Atlantic, taking up the role of public theologian. Although she never sought one, she has a "platform" – and explains why it is ill-advised to seek a platform.
If you would like to enrich your reading life, enter here for the opportunity to win a copy of Karen's book On Reading Well, provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group.
Connect with us!
Our website: https://www.faithandworkstl.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/faithandworkstl
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faithandworkstl/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuD3xLksTdBhMX0R3lTY4gQ
Purchase Dan's latest book: https://www.prpbooks.com/book/work-that-makes-a-difference
53 episodes
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