by Richard Stromer | Apr 30, 2021 | Carl Jung, Individuation, Jungian Psychology, Paul Tillich, Religion, Spirituality, The Sacred, Ultimate Concern
As I’ve observed before in my postings at Faith in the Journey, when writing about religious or spiritual matters from a more diverse and inclusive perspective it’s important to avoid conventional theological language. This is essential because particular beliefs...
by Richard Stromer | May 24, 2019 | Calling, Hero's Journey, Joseph Campbell, Paul Tillich, Spirituality, Ultimate Concern
I first became interested in the idea of “hearing a call” through the work of the mythologist Joseph Campbell. Probably the most famous aspect of Campbell’s work concerns the archetypal pattern of transformation he named the “Hero’s Journey.” It was this concept,...
by Richard Stromer | Nov 16, 2018 | Native American Religion, Paul Tillich, Spiritual Development, The Sacred
Among the most dynamic and influential theological developments of the past several decades has been a growing focus on the complex role of symbol and metaphor in contemporary religious understanding. Among the individuals who have played a key role in this process is...
