CO-SPONSORSHIP: Practical Theology Unit and Psychology, Culture, and Religion Unit

Honoring the Life and Work of Emmanuel Y. Lartey

 We are excited to announce a special session celebrating the transformative contributions of the Rt. Rev. Dr. Emmanuel Y. Lartey to pastoral theology, care, counseling, and practical theology. Emmanuel Lartey has profoundly shaped global conversations on intercultural and postcolonial approaches to pastoral care, leaving an indelible mark on practical theology worldwide.

Lartey is widely recognized as a pioneer of postcolonial pastoral care, modeling respectful engagement across boundaries of race, gender, class, culture, and religion. His groundbreaking work, In Living Color: An Intercultural Approach to Pastoral Care and Counseling, has influenced the ideas of countless practitioners and scholars globally.

This session aims to honor Lartey’s legacy through a creative and interactive format, reflecting his commitment to dynamic engagement and intercultural dialogue. We invite proposals that celebrate his work in innovative ways, including 

• Interactive workshops or group activities inspired by his approaches

• Creative presentations or performances highlighting his global impact

• Collaborative dialogues exploring the future of pastoral theology in light of his contributions.

Co-sponsored by the Practical Theology Unit and Psychology, Culture, and Religion Unit, this session will not only be a tribute but also a space for participants to actively engage with the themes that have defined Lartey’s scholarship and ministry. Let us come together to celebrate, reflect, and imagine the future of intercultural pastoral and spiritual care.