Papers by Steven Bauman
Religion and Education, Jul 1, 2009
Using words like “anguish,” struggle, and “isolation,” René Arcilla suggests that for today’s stu... more Using words like “anguish,” struggle, and “isolation,” René Arcilla suggests that for today’s students “disorientation is a central feature” of their postmodern education. As James Donahue notes, “confusion and alienation” instigate “an intense search for security and definition,” which both writers observe ends in premature resolution of the “big questions.” This is, of course, highly problematic, as the premature closing off of possible futures restricts the scope of a student’s world, and consequently, inhibits engagement with bigger questions.
In this paper, we draw from our work in our respective disciplines—Ethics and Social Theory (James) and Religion and Psychology (Bauman)—to offer our own unique insights into this problem and provide suggestions for possible remedies which take seriously the Astins’ challenge that ‘there is much more faculty and colleges can do to facilitate students’ spiritual development.
Pastoral Psychology, Jan 1, 2011
The focus of this paper is the nature of converting processes in the People’s Republic of China. ... more The focus of this paper is the nature of converting processes in the People’s Republic of China. This paper seeks to provide an overview of the issues to be considered in the construction of a psychology of converting in China. China is engaged in dramatic transformations. Since the reforms initiated in 1979, religion has been revitalized and is flourishing. The most dramatic and unexpected growth has taken place in Christianity. This paper seeks to provide the contours of how and why many people are becoming Christians. A preliminary case study provides rich details of the experiences of five university students in Shanghai as they cultivate beliefs and practices that eventually lead them to convert to Christianity. The paper also includes a report on recent studies of the psychology of the converting process in the United States. The work of Ullman, Kirkpatrick, and Paloutzian are highlighted. The paper concludes with an outline of important issues that should be seriously considered as psychologists of religion develop an innovative psychology of converting in China: research methods, gender issues, motivations, network theory, cultural psychology, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Pastoral Psychology, Jan 1, 2012
This article provides an overview of the four major psychological approaches used in the study of... more This article provides an overview of the four major psychological approaches used in the study of religious change. A heuristic stage model of conversion consisting of seven stages: context, crisis, quest, encounter, interaction, commitment, and consequences (Rambo 1995) serves as a framework for integrating the research of these four approaches, providing a fuller understanding of the multilayered processes involved in conversion. The authors hope that the phenomenon of spiritual transformation and conversion will continue to draw the attention of psychologists who increasingly appreciate the complexity and dynamism of religious/spiritual transformation. For the psychology of religion in general and the psychology of conversion and spiritual transformation in particular to be viable and valuable, psychologists will need to join with researchers in the human sciences and religious studies to develop methods and theories worthy of this complex subject. Additionally, through collaboration with psychologists in the People’s Republic of China, the authors look forward to exploring together the fascinating and important issues that emerge as we seek to understand the nature of conversion and spiritual transformation in China.
本文提供了一个概述的四大心理宗教变迁的研究中使用的方法。一个启发式的转换阶段模型，包括七个阶段的背景下，危机的影响，追求相遇，互动，承诺和后果（Rambo, 1995）作为一个框架，整合这四种方... more 本文提供了一个概述的四大心理宗教变迁的研究中使用的方法。一个启发式的转换阶段模型，包括七个阶段的背景下，危机的影响，追求相遇，互动，承诺和后果（Rambo, 1995）作为一个框架，整合这四种方法的研究，提供一个更全面的了解的多层过程参与转换。作者希望的精神改造和转换，这种现象将继续吸引越来越多地体会到宗教/精神转型的复杂性和活力的心理学家的关注。对于一般的宗教心理学和心理的转换和精神的转变，尤其是可行的和有价值的，心理学家将需要加入在人文科学和宗教研究的研究人员开发的方法和理论，值得这个复杂的课题。此外，通过心理学家中华人民共和国的合作，期待共同开发的有趣和重要的问题，成为我们寻求理解的性质，在中国的转化和精神的转变。
Conference Presentations by Steven Bauman
As a featured presenter at their regional conference, Bauman addressed the International Associat... more As a featured presenter at their regional conference, Bauman addressed the International Association for the Study of Dreams regarding the implications of theology and dreamwork with urban homeless, with special emphasis on the dreams of runaway youth and sex workers.
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Teaching Documents by Steven Bauman
Course Description: This seminar will explore the nature of religious and spiritual change and tr... more Course Description: This seminar will explore the nature of religious and spiritual change and transformation from the perspectives of anthropology, history, psychology, religious studies, theology, and sociology. Conversion and religious/spiritual transformation are central to Christianity, but to other religions as well. This seminar will introduce students to a wide range of experiences and phenomena that are not only personally profound, but culturally and historically significant. The contours of the contemporary world are, to some degree, shaped by the forces of religious conversion and transformation stimulated by the endeavors of Hindus, Buddhists, Jews, Christians, Muslims, and many other religious movements. This class will combine the resources of various disciplines to explore these rich phenomena. The format of the class is a graduate seminar. Each student will conduct his or her own research and present it to the class. o Or; We invite you to submit a brief (1 page maximum) written proposal for a third option that fulfils this course requirement: If you select this option, you must submit your written proposal to the faculty by noon on Friday, November 16. Your proposal should include a description of how your project fulfils the assessment criteria. If your proposal is approved, the faculty will notify you via eMail by 11/23.
Course Description: This course provides seminary students with a solid introduction to pastoral ... more Course Description: This course provides seminary students with a solid introduction to pastoral care, counseling, and intervention in congregations, institutions, and communities-thereby equipping students with the knowledge and skills for basic assessment, intervention, and follow-through in the crises, opportunities, and transitions in people's lives. The course will follow a stepwise skilldevelopment process, beginning with some of the most basic skills and building progressively toward an integrated approach to situations demanding pastoral care. Special attention will be given not only to the unique pastoral offices and to religious perspectives in the Anglican tradition, but also to the varied religious perspectives and needs represented by our increasingly multicultural and multi-religious society.
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In this paper, we draw from our work in our respective disciplines—Ethics and Social Theory (James) and Religion and Psychology (Bauman)—to offer our own unique insights into this problem and provide suggestions for possible remedies which take seriously the Astins’ challenge that ‘there is much more faculty and colleges can do to facilitate students’ spiritual development.
Conference Presentations by Steven Bauman
Talks by Steven Bauman
Teaching Documents by Steven Bauman
Library by Steven Bauman
In this paper, we draw from our work in our respective disciplines—Ethics and Social Theory (James) and Religion and Psychology (Bauman)—to offer our own unique insights into this problem and provide suggestions for possible remedies which take seriously the Astins’ challenge that ‘there is much more faculty and colleges can do to facilitate students’ spiritual development.