THEO8505 Ministry and Mission Studies 2 GE

2015

4.5

1 x 2-hour supervised study weekly

THEO3511 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 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:

• analyse critically the historical and theological foundations of a new aspect 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 new and advanced understanding of the particular area of study to pursue higher level study or research in this particular area

On completion of this topic students will be able to:

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

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

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

• demonstrate elements of several key ministry practices in this area at a 'professional' level

• 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