open and relational theology Archives

A Theology of Love: Open and Relational Theology and Spiritual Direction

Posted on February 6, 2023May 24, 2023 by Michael Rose

Open and relational theology (ORT) is a theological framework that emphasizes the relational nature of God, other people, and with all of creation. Open and Relational is not a denomination/label like Baptist, Pentecostal, Roman Catholic, etc. Open and Relational Theology is in fact a Big Tent term that includes a number of perspectives, including Open…

What is Open and Relational Theology?

Posted on December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 by Michael Rose

You may have heard the phrase Open & Relational Theology more these days, but maybe you aren’t sure what it’s all about. The following is a good summary of Open & Relational Theology based on the ideas of Thomas Jay Oord. It also does an excellent job of Oord’s solution to the problem of evil.