Podcast appearances and mentions of Dwight N Hopkins

February 17, 2022 | Seminary Chapel Lecture: "Faith and Wealth: Black Liberation Theology & Martin Luther King, Jr." Speaker: Dr. Dwight N. Hopkins, the Alexander Campbell Professor at the University of Chicago

Today's episode is also available as a video at: https://youtu.be/knl_8xviEGU As Americans begin a month long celebration of Black history, I thought it would be valuable to explore the personal history and theology of one of America's premier Black theologians- Dr. Dwight Hopkins. This episode originally aired in June of 2020, but is worth revisiting. Dr. Dwight N. Hopkins was born and raised in the segregated south, but through the support system of his loving family and the African American church community, he grew to become a renowned theologian. Hopkins is the Alexander Campbell Professor of Theology at the University of Chicago Divinity School. Graduating from Harvard, Hopkins went on to earn PhD's from Union Seminary and the University of Cape Town (South Africa). Those of you who listen to this program regularly know that I have credited Dr. Hopkins as being the one who's work first exposed me to the idea of culture as spirit, aesthetic, and labor.  In today's conversation, I talk with Dr. Hopkins about: -his personal journey of faith and calling into theology -how his experiences in African American church communities shaped his interest in cultural theology -culture as spirit, aesthetic, and labor; and if "spirits" aren't just psychologically symbolic -how he would theologically and personally evaluate the recent phenomenon of the tearing down statues and monuments throughout America (his answer surprised me!) -and more! If you find this podcast to be helpful and you want to see it continue ad-free, would you consider becoming a supporter on Patreon? Members of the Deep Talks Patreon Community receive bonus Q & A Episodes, articles, charts, discussion forums and more. https://www.patreon.com/deeptalkstheologypodcast To Subscribe & Review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-talks-exploring-theology-and-meaning-making/id1401730159   Connect with Paul Anleitner on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/PaulAnleitner

Dr. Dwight N. Hopkins was born and raised in the segregated south, but through the support system of his loving family and the African American church community, he grew to become a renowned theologian. Hopkins is the Alexander Campbell Professor of Theology at the University of Chicago Divinity School. Graduating from Harvard, Hopkins went on to earn PhD's from Union Seminary and the University of Cape Town (South Africa).Those of you who listen to this program regularly know that I have credited Dr. Hopkins as being the one who's work first exposed me to the idea of culture as spirit, aesthetic, and labor. In today's conversation, I talk with Dr. Hopkins about:-his personal journey of faith and calling into theology -how his experiences in African American church communities shaped his interest in cultural theology -culture as spirit, aesthetic, and labor; and if "spirits" aren't just psychologically symbolic-how he would theologically and personally evaluate the recent phenomenon of the tearing down statues and monuments throughout America (his answer surprised me!)-and more! This summer, Deep Talks is trying to reach a goal of 300 patrons on Patreon to sustain weekly, ad-free episodes. Supporters on Patreon get access to bonus Q&A Episodes, articles, and other resources. Please consider supporting free theological and philosophical education for as little as $2 a month by going to: https://www.patreon.com/deeptalkstheologypodcast To Subscribe & Review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-talks-exploring-theology-and-meaning-making/id1401730159 Connect with Paul Anleitner on Twitter at:https://twitter.com/PaulAnleitner You can also give a one-time donation for this episode directly at: https://cash.app/$PaulAnleitner

Dwight N. Hopkins, the Alexander Campbell Professor of Theology at the University of Chicago Divinity School, lectures on the tangible lessons from Martin Luther King Jr. on the relationships among race, economic hardship, and theology. Dwight N. Hopkins, the Alexander Campbell Professor of Theology at the University of Chicago Divinity School, and scholars from the Fuller community lecture on Martin Luther King Jr. and the social, cultural, and pastoral intersections of the Black experience. Dr. Hopkins was the featured speaker for the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, January 21–25, 2019. The celebration included lectures, conversations, worship and more, and was sponsored by the William E. Pannell Center for African American Church Studies. Learn more: fuller.edu/pannell-center/ For more resources for a deeply formed spiritual life, visit Fuller.edu/Studio

Alexis Abernethy, associate provost for faculty inclusion and equity and professor of psychology, responds to Dwight Hopkins’ lecture, focusing on psychological health, speaking truth to power, and her research on music and embodiment. Dwight N. Hopkins, the Alexander Campbell Professor of Theology at the University of Chicago Divinity School, and scholars from the Fuller community lecture on Martin Luther King Jr. and the social, cultural, and pastoral intersections of the Black experience. Dr. Hopkins was the featured speaker for the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, January 21–25, 2019. The celebration included lectures, conversations, worship and more, and was sponsored by the William E. Pannell Center for African American Church Studies. Learn more: fuller.edu/pannell-center/ For more resources for a deeply formed spiritual life, visit Fuller.edu/Studio

Kenneth Waters, associate dean of the School of Theology at Azusa Pacific University, responds to Dwight Hopkins’ lecture, focusing on the structural realities of poverty in Martin Luther King’s vision for justice. Dwight N. Hopkins, the Alexander Campbell Professor of Theology at the University of Chicago Divinity School, and scholars from the Fuller community lecture on Martin Luther King Jr. and the social, cultural, and pastoral intersections of the Black experience. Dr. Hopkins was the featured speaker for the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, January 21–25, 2019. The celebration included lectures, conversations, worship and more, and was sponsored by the William E. Pannell Center for African American Church Studies. Learn more: fuller.edu/pannell-center/ For more resources for a deeply formed spiritual life, visit Fuller.edu/Studio

Oscar Owens, Christian Education Director at West Angeles Church of God in Christ, responds to Dwight Hopkin’s lecture, focusing on the biblical basis for economic justice. Dwight N. Hopkins, the Alexander Campbell Professor of Theology at the University of Chicago Divinity School, and scholars from the Fuller community lecture on Martin Luther King Jr. and the social, cultural, and pastoral intersections of the Black experience. Dr. Hopkins was the featured speaker for the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, January 21–25, 2019. The celebration included lectures, conversations, worship and more, and was sponsored by the William E. Pannell Center for African American Church Studies. Learn more: fuller.edu/pannell-center/ For more resources for a deeply formed spiritual life, visit Fuller.edu/Studio

Lecturers and respondents of the 2019 Martin Luther King Celebration reflect with the audience on the implications of the day’s lectures for the broader American church. Dwight N. Hopkins, the Alexander Campbell Professor of Theology at the University of Chicago Divinity School, and scholars from the Fuller community lecture on Martin Luther King Jr. and the social, cultural, and pastoral intersections of the Black experience. Dr. Hopkins was the featured speaker for the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, January 21–25, 2019. The celebration included lectures, conversations, worship and more, and was sponsored by the William E. Pannell Center for African American Church Studies. Learn more: fuller.edu/pannell-center/ For more resources for a deeply formed spiritual life, visit Fuller.edu/Studio

This multi-disciplinary symposium brings together leading scholars who will share their research and engage in conversation about the role of religion in addressing rising income inequality—an issue that impacts millions of people. During the 1960s and 1970s, 9-10% of total income went to the top one-percent of Americans. By 2007, this share had risen to 23.5%. Even before 2008 and the so-called Great Recession, the wages of the average worker in the U.S., adjusted for inflation, had been stagnant for three decades. How are the religions contributing to the complex mix of factors responsible for this state of affairs? Part 5 includes an audio-only recording of the panel discussion amongst participants. Dwight N. Hopkins, Professor of Theology (Moderator) University of Chicago Divinity School Evelyn Z. Brodkin, Associate Professor and Director of the Poverty and Inequality Program University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration Paola Sapienza, Donald C. Clark/HSBC Chair in Consumer Finance Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management William Schweiker, Edward L. Ryerson Distinguished Service Professor of Theological Ethics University of Chicago Divinity School Amir Sufi, Bruce Lindsay Professor of Economics and Public Policy University of Chicago Booth School of Business Luigi Zingales, Robert C. McCormack Distinguished Service Professor of Entrepreneurship and Finance University of Chicago Booth School of Business Sponsored by the Martin Marty Center for the Advanced Study of Religion.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Lessons from Selma: Then and Now Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights march from Selma to Montgomery. Our panel discussion will include emeriti faculty who participated in the march as well as historians who will provide context for this seminal event in the fight to ensure voting rights for all. The conversation will focus on lessons learned from the organized strategy of the non-violent resistance movement in Selma, and reflect on its relevance given the recent activism in response to events in Ferguson, MO, and Staten Island, NY. Moderated by Dwight N. Hopkins, Professor of Theology. PANEL Jane Dailey, Associate Professor of American History, the Law School, and the College (Prof. Dailey was not present at the panel, but her written remarks were read aloud) Curtis J. Evans, Associate Professor of the History of Christianity Franklin I. Gamwell, Shailer Mathews Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of Religious Ethics, the Philosophy of Religion, and Theology Martin E. Marty, Faifax M. Cone Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of the History of Modern Christianity

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Lessons from Selma: Then and Now Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights march from Selma to Montgomery. Our panel discussion will include emeriti faculty who participated in the march as well as historians who will provide context for this seminal event in the fight to ensure voting rights for all. The conversation will focus on lessons learned from the organized strategy of the non-violent resistance movement in Selma, and reflect on its relevance given the recent activism in response to events in Ferguson, MO, and Staten Island, NY. Moderated by Dwight N. Hopkins, Professor of Theology. PANEL Jane Dailey, Associate Professor of American History, the Law School, and the College (Prof. Dailey was not present at the panel, but her written remarks were read aloud) Curtis J. Evans, Associate Professor of the History of Christianity Franklin I. Gamwell, Shailer Mathews Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of Religious Ethics, the Philosophy of Religion, and Theology Martin E. Marty, Faifax M. Cone Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of the History of Modern Christianity

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Dwight N. Hopkins, professor of Theology and director of M.A. Studies in the Divinity School at the University of Chicago, discussed cultural and inter-religious values between the United States and China, and American literature with students in Jinan and Beijing.