Diaspora Churches in the City: Adaptation of Space

College University of Trinity College, Faculty of Divinity
Instructor(s)
Course Code TRT3881HS
Semester Second Semester
Section 9101
Online Yes
Credits One Credit
Location Online – Synchronous
Description

If spaces could talk…in fact they do!  Ideas dwell in space. The course examines the relation between architecture and religious ideas and how the experience of diaspora affects church space and practices. Through observing architecture, decoration, and activities performed in the buildings, the course explores how time and space are adapted and offers practical knowledge on how to decipher the changes.

We will discuss the concepts of religion, "official" religion, vernacular religion (the way people “do religion”), and its folkloric roots. Students will take part in a variety of observations in different sites (if permitted; otherwise there will be video tours).

Schedule Thu
Start Time 17:00
End Time 19:00
Hours Per Week 2
Minimum Enrolment 10
Maximum Enrolment 20
Additional Notes

Field trips are part of this course

Teaching Method
Lectures
Readings
Means of Evaluation
Class Participation
Reflection Paper
Short Paper
Previously Offered Winter 2020
Currently Offered Winter 2021