THEO2523 Worship in the Protestant Tradition

Reverend Sean Gilbert

2016

4.5

1 x 2-hour seminar weekly

1 27 units of THEO topics
1a Admission into GCTHS-Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies
1b Admission into GDPTHS-Graduate Diploma in Theological Studies
1c Admission into MTHS-Master of Theological Studies
Must Satisfy: ((1 or 1a or 1b or 1c))

THEO2507 has been successfully completed

This topic explores the theological, historical and contextual dimensions of Protestant worship. It seeks to develop skills in worship leadership, including sensitivity to contemporary cultural and international trends.

This topic aims to:

enable students to consider the nature of Christian worship in the Protestant tradition, including its theology, history, practice and emerging trends
explore the role that ritual plays in human identity and development, the transforming function of worship and the development of diverse liturgical practice to date
develop the practical and creative skills needed for leadership of worship in a local church
examine the inter-relationships between the worship life, preaching and mission of the church

On completion of this topic students will be able to:

demonstrate an understanding of the historical, theological and biblical foundations of Christian worship and how they relate to worship today
demonstrate an understanding of the importance of the distinct components and flow of an order of worship
demonstrate skills in writing, crafting and delivering liturgical material in diverse worship settings
draw on a range of contemporary movements in the Christian church to enliven worship

Key dates and timetable

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