This source, from Gerben Heitink, likely a comprehensive textbook, delves into practical theology, defining it as an empirically descriptive and critically constructive theory of religious practice. The author, Gerben Heitink, aims to establish a robust theoretical foundation for this evolving field, particularly noting the scarcity of such work in the Netherlands. The book is structured into three main parts: a historical overview tracing practical theology from the Enlightenment and modernity to its contemporary form, a detailed exploration of its theoretical aspects emphasizing hermeneutical, empirical, and strategic perspectives, and an application of these theories to various domains of action within religious practice. Key themes include the discipline's shift from focusing solely on ministerial practice to a broader engagement with individual, church, and societal realities, and the constant interplay between theory and praxis in understanding and transforming religious life.This is a book review or commentary on an academic subject with content curated by Ivelisse Valentin-Vera and recorded with the power of NotebookLM to ensure every AI generated conversation is accurate, deep and accessible, and does not represent the opinion of the authors.www.ivelissevalentin.comDisclaimer: This episode features a book review or commentary recorded with AI. Please note that book reviews are protected by fair use laws, as they typically involve critique, commentary, and transformative content. This review does not reproduce the original work in its entirety and aims to provide an analysis and personal opinion. The content of this podcast is not monetized.

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