LA ENTREVISTA TEOLÓGICA: CONTEXTOS, PROCEDIMIENTOS Y APORTES AL QUEHACER TEOLÓGICO-PRÁCTICO

Within the framework of a synodal Church, which deepens the instances of listening and theological-practical investigations that assume intradisciplinary dialogue in its method, we present the use of the interview technique in theological work with a practical approach. Firstly, the interview technique is briefly described from the social sciences, indicating possible modalities and underlining its collaborative condition. In a second moment, the text explains the various research contexts in which its use can be framed: the research stage, the interrelation with other techniques and the research approach assumed. In a third instance, the proposal indicates the procedures for its preparation, realization and theological interpretation, delving into this last aspect. Fourthly, some examples are offered as well as the proposal to consider the practice of the theological interview as an instance of conversion of theologians. Reflection is offered from research and theological-practical teaching on these topics, in order to contribute to those who are new to empirical theological studies.