The Asbury Journal

Article Title

Teaching As Hospitality

Authors

Ellen L. Marmon, Asbury Theological Seminary

Abstract

Looking at teaching as a form of hospitality (Nouwen, 1975), this essay explores the roles of teacher/host and student/guest. Drawing upon scripture, Wesleyan theology, insights from educational psychology, and personal experience, this article traces my journey from violent toward redemptive teaching. Balancing support and challenge in the classroom, a good host believes that her guests contribute to the learning process. She also desires the guests to see beyond their own experiences and assumptions to something deeper, developing perspectives more and more reflective of the Kingdom of God.

DOI

10.7252/Journal.01.2008F.03

Recommended Citation

Marmon, Ellen L. (2008) "Teaching As Hospitality," The Asbury Journal: Vol. 63: No. 2, p. 33-39.
Available at: https://place.asburyseminary.edu/asburyjournal/vol63/iss2/5