Introduction to Process Philosophy and Theology

Process philosophy and theology center around the ideas of change and relationality as fundamental to existence, challenging the classical view of static being. This framework, pioneered by Alfred North Whitehead and further developed by others like Charles Hartshorn, suggests that all reality is primarily dynamic, leading to a re-evaluation of traditional doctrines about God and creation. In this perspective, God is not an omnipotent being outside of relational dynamics but is deeply intertwined with the unfolding of the universe. This shift encourages a more engaging and relational understanding of divine power, wherein God is seen as a persuasive force in an open and evolving cosmos.