A Theological Reflection on the Parable of Samaritan Luke 10:25-37

Authors

  • Julie Gardiner Baptist Churches of South Australia

Abstract

This paper is a theological reflection on the Parable of the Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37). It resulted from PhD research into the conversation and relational dynamics between LGBTQ persons and their advocates and individuals who are members of churches belonging to Baptist Churches of South Australia (BCSA). The paper weaves the issues, experiences, and expectations from the participants’ narratives with a theological reflection on Luke’s approach to ‘other’. It concludes with the lessons gleaned from the parable of the Samaritan, along with some practical applications.

Author Biography

Julie Gardiner, Baptist Churches of South Australia

This paper is a theological reflection on the Parable of the Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37). It resulted from PhD research into the conversation and relational dynamics between LGBTQ persons and their advocates and individuals who are members of churches belonging to Baptist Churches of South Australia (BCSA). The paper weaves the issues, experiences, and expectations from the participants’ narratives with a theological reflection on Luke’s approach to ‘other’. It concludes with the lessons gleaned from the parable of the Samaritan, along with some practical applications.

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Published

2023-05-31

Issue

No. 8 (2023): Journal of Contemporary Ministry No. 8

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Peer Reviewed Articles

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