Lived Theology

“In this book Sabrina Müller makes a significant contribution to emerging debates around lived theology. Rooted in qualitative empirical research, she situates the conversation around the theologizing of people in congregations with the theological notion of the priesthood of all believers. This is a major text for anyone working in the field of ecclesiology and ethnography.”


—Peter Ward, Durham University and NLA University College, Bergen, Norway





“This little book offers a clear, compelling analysis of lived theology—that personal, practical, ever-shifting, ever-questioning, ever-emerging set of practices and convictions about ourselves, our world, and God. Sabrina Müller beautifully chronicles the ongoing paradigm shift that is lived faith in today’s world, blending life stories, concrete examples, and astute observations. Her narrative will be empowering to all who engage the ‘big questions’ of ultimacy within themselves and their communities.”


—Philip Clayton, author of Transforming Christian Theology





“The field of pastoral theology perhaps is the most challenged by the deep divergences between church and culture and theology and culture. Few scholars, especially German speaking, in the field are willing and able to knit together an approach to the field that can work and is sanguine about the future of the church. This book proves that Sabrina Müller is such a pastoral theologian.”


—Patrick R. Keifert, Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minnesota