Webbing Continued

Human resources are an important part of inquiry; yet, I usually prefer to turn to print resources or Google rather than bug someone with questions.  However, the AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner include, "collaborate with others to broaden and deepen understanding" (Standard 1.1.9). For this project, I figured that the pastor of my church would likely have some information that would broaden and deepen my understanding of my topic.  He is a helpful, approachable guy, so I sent him this email:

Hey John,

I was hoping maybe you could give me some information for a project I'm doing.  The class that I am taking is about teaching students the information inquiry process.  We are practicing with our own inquiry projects, and the subject of mine is creeds.  I'm asking: What are creeds?  Where did they originate?  Who uses them?  What role do they play in religion and culture?

The question I have for you is about the use of creeds in our branch of Christianity.  I've read a little bit about the Nicene Creed and Apostle's Creed.  Our congregation has not traditionally recited a creed other than the confession of faith typically given before baptism: "I believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God, and I accept Him as my personal Lord and Savior."  Do we have an official creed?  I've heard the phrase "no creed but Christ."  Does that apply to us?  I know that your church background is somewhat different than our non-denominational congregation.  Does the Acapella Church of Christ have a creed?  Do you have any books that might be useful to me?  Any information or experience you could share would be helpful, but don't feel like you need to go crazy with it.  I don't want to take up too much of your time.

Thanks a bunch!

Andrea

I'm looking forward to reading his response.  I'll include some of the information in a future blog post.