Pandemic, Public Health, and the People of God

EAST COAST THEOLOGY Volume One launched

East Coast Theology emerged from a commitment to engage our unique location on the Atlantic Coast of Canada. President Anna Robbins cast a vision of producing a book series to explore theological topics from an East Coast perspective. In her words, “Students, churches, and their leaders have rarely been equipped with theological resources characterized by both academic excellence and a commitment to the local church as it exists in an Atlantic Canadian setting.” East Coast Theology provides just such a resource.

The topic was inspired by conversations with Dr. Robert Strang, Chief Medical Officer of Health in Nova Scotia. Dr. Strang, widely known for his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, challenged the faculty to consider the intersection between public health and biblical principles. He wrote the foreword and afterword for the book, entitled Pandemic, Public Health, and the People of God.

ADC appealed to donors in spring 2022 to support this initiative. Thanks in part to their generosity, volume one of East Coast Theology became a reality. Authored by ADC faculty, its contents include biblical, theological, and practical reflections on Christianity and public health relevant in Atlantic Canada and beyond.

The book, published as Pandemic, Public Health, and the People of God, was launched at the East Coast Theology Summer School with a panel discussion and workshops in June 2023.

“My two weeks at Acadia Divinity College – taking my first summer course as part of the Doctor of Ministry program and participating in the East Coast Theology event – far exceeded all my expectations. To be studying in an environment that exudes such academic excellence AND deep spirituality was a great blessing. The classes and lectures reignited my passion for learning and for ministry, and refreshed both my mind and my spirit.”

~ Rev. Lorraine (Lori) Diaz, Doctor of Ministry student Minister of Congregational Life and Membership Development Timothy Eaton Memorial Church

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“As I read each of the chapters of this volume, consistent themes stood out: compassion for others, the connection of individual wellness to community wellness, acceptance and inclusion, cooperation, and reciprocity, loving each other through actions, and the priority of the collective. I was also powerfully reminded of how we can look to our First Nations and African Nova Scotian communities for examples and inspiration.”

~ Dr. Robert Strang, Chief Medical Officer of Health in Nova Scotia

Acadia Divinity College is committed to reflect the whole people of God, seeking transformation of the communities we serve.