tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2357475346759651140.post5568636422625642794..comments2024-03-27T11:13:34.520-05:00Comments on The Dunamis Word: Islam, Submission With No Peace Pt. 13 ~ Christian LiberalismUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2357475346759651140.post-89142797947107761142016-01-18T19:42:38.677-06:002016-01-18T19:42:38.677-06:00Here is Wheaton's statement of faith:
http://...Here is Wheaton's statement of faith:<br /><br />http://www.wheaton.edu/About-Wheaton/Statement-of-Faith-and-Educational-Purpose<br /><br />Here is the community covenant:<br /><br />http://www.wheaton.edu/About-Wheaton/Community-Covenant<br /><br />Somewhere in this, it seems that Dr. Hawkins is not in agreement. I do not know where as of yet, and she has not outlined it. However, I am concerned from a human rights standpoint...ARE ALL Wheaton college Professors stopped and asked if they agree with these items? Was it only the statement of the Pope that she embraced that did it, or was it something else? Why the greater scrutiny? Or at least so it seems. <br /><br />I would like to know. District Supt. Harvey Burnetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15315686602819371111noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2357475346759651140.post-67640766019799105292016-01-18T19:35:10.325-06:002016-01-18T19:35:10.325-06:00Wheaton College Responds as follows:
December 22,...Wheaton College Responds as follows:<br /><br />December 22, 2015<br /><br />Wheaton College placed Associate Professor of Political Science Dr. Larycia Hawkins on paid administrative leave on December 15, in order to give more time to explore significant questions regarding the theological implications of her recent public statements, including but not limited to those indicating the relationship of Christianity to Islam. Subsequently, the College began the review process with her to which she is entitled as a tenured faculty member.<br /><br />Upon entering into an employment agreement, all Wheaton College faculty voluntarily commit to support and advance our biblical mission; accept and model the Statement of Faith with integrity, compassion and theological clarity; and live and teach within our Community Covenant.<br /><br />Wheaton recognizes that there may be a range of views among our faculty and staff regarding contemporary issues. However, we take the Statement of Faith seriously; as members of this voluntary community, all faculty and staff are expected not merely to sign it as a cursory requirement of employment, but also to affirm it as an expression of their own beliefs. As they participate in various causes, it is essential that faculty and staff engage and speak about issues in ways that faithfully represent the College’s Statement of Faith, which is at the core of our identity and mission.<br /><br />Contrary to Dr. Hawkins’ statements and numerous media reports, her paid administrative leave is not a “suspension,” nor is it punitive or disciplinary. Rather, it is a period of time to investigate and address, without a pre-determined outcome, matters of significant concern regarding Dr. Hawkins’ views related to our Statement of Faith.<br /><br />Wheaton College has approached the possibility of reconciliation with the same level of seriousness manifested by Dr. Hawkins. Extremely frank conversation and communication have taken place in recent days. The College’s perspective is that additional theological clarification is necessary before Dr. Hawkins may resume her full duties. Regrettably, Dr. Hawkins has clearly stated her unwillingness to further participate in clarifying conversations.<br /><br />At Dr. Hawkins' request, the College proposed the terms of separation if she chose to resign. We have not asked her to resign and did not suggest that she do so. Although Dr. Hawkins and the College have begun discussions regarding the possibility of a voluntary resignation, those discussions have not yet been successful and may have reached an impasse.<br /><br />Because of the arrival of the Christmas holidays, it will be some time before the resolution is solidified. Meanwhile, we solicit prayers for wisdom and discernment on behalf of all affected.District Supt. Harvey Burnetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15315686602819371111noreply@blogger.com