TY - BOOK AU - Franke,John R. TI - The character of theology: an introduction to its nature, task, and purpose SN - 0801026415 AV - BT65 .F68 2005 U1 - 230 22 PY - 2005/// CY - Grand Rapids, MI. PB - Baker Academic. KW - Theology, Doctrinal N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; Doing theology today -- The subject of theology -- The nature of theology -- The task of theology -- The purpose of theology N2 - In The Character of Theology, Franke draws from the theologians of every historical period to make a compelling case for theological reflection that arises from particular cultural situation. In this way, Franke opens the door for a fruitful postconservative, liberal dialogue to construct a theology for out postmodern world that is faithful to the classical tradition ER -