THEO8504 Ministry and Mission Studies 1 GE

2016

4.5

1 x 2-hour seminar weekly

THEO2521 has been successfully completed

Assignment(s), Project

This topic provides the foundational study in a particular aspect of Christian ministry and mission in relation to religious practices in the churches and contemporary society. It includes the analysis and critique of the historical and theological foundations of the practice of ministry, and the contributions of the social sciences. The topic includes analysis of contemporary practice in relation to the above disciplines, and orientation to the understandings and approaches that underlie such practice in particular contexts. This topic will be offered with particular foci, such as liturgy, mission, homiletics, pastoral care, or Christian education.

This topic aims to:

• critically analyse the historical and theological foundations of a particular ministry and mission practice as expressed in the Christian churches today

• evaluate the influences of societal, cultural, psycho-social and other contextual factors on ministry practice

• develop abilities in exercising ministry leadership practices in a particular area at a 'professional' level

• develop an advanced understanding of the particular area of study to pursue higher level study or research in that area

On completion of this topic students will be able to:

• critically analyse the historical influences shaping a particular ministry and mission practice

• evaluate and critique the primary biblical and theological dimensions shaping historical development and contemporary practice in this area

• demonstrate an advanced understanding of the primary ways in which culture, context and other social factors influence contemporary practice

• demonstrate the application of several key ministry practices with a high level of personal autonomy and accountability

• demonstrate the capacity to reflect theologically on current practice in this area of ministry and mission

• communicate, both verbally and in writing, aspects of current practice in this area of ministry and mission, to a range of audiences