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Explore the multifaceted role of theological librarians as mediators of information, community builders, and visionaries. Discover how these professionals drive change, cultivate knowledge, and foster innovation in libraries.
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Tasks and skills of theological librarians By Katharina Penner
Purpose of the library? • library is no “warehouse for books” but an agency for the circulation of information • Librarians are “mediators between patrons and the universe of information” • Library’s educational mission
Various views • memory in the Body of Christ • pointer finger • stewardship and access • hospitality
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Theology Church Librarian Scholarship People
More on roles and tasks • Community builders • Visionaries • Mentors • Activists • Innovators • Collection developers • Team players • Service providers Library Journal, „Movers and shakers“
More on roles and tasks • Knowledge of financial management • understand the complex environment in which the library functions • awareness of the library as part of broader campus • scholarly communication • knowledge of trends in information technology and in higher education • public relations • facilities planning College and Research Libraries
More on roles and tasks • dealing with others • honest • intelligent • able to handle stress • comfortable with ambiguity • energy and dedication to the job • service orientation • creativity in solving problems and seizing opportunities College and Research Libraries