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THEO6026

Ministry: Life of the Church

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Not available in 2013

Previously offered in 2011, 2010

This course explores in detail the foundational ideas and reasons for ministry in the church. It will study how the ministry of discipleship evolves out of a ministry service, expressions of being called to share in God's mission in the world.

Objectives Upon completion of this course students will be expected to:
- Examine the posit of baptism as the common call to ministry and discipleship.
- Demonstrate an understanding of ministry having a mission within and beyond the church.
- Demonstrate am understanding of the interaction between the communal and personal call to discipleship.
Content The main themes will include: a study of important scriptural texts; the place of Tradition and new insights gained from the Second Vatican Council; how key church leaders and teachers have understood and developed and understanding of and call to ministry in the church; relationship between the Holy Spirit and the Church; possibilities for ministry in life situations
Replacing Course(s) Not Applicable.
Transition Not Applicable.
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge An understating of THEO1010, whilst not a prerequisite, would be an advantage
Modes of Delivery Distance Learning : IT Based
Distance Learning : Paper Based
Teaching Methods Self Directed Learning
Assessment Items
Other: (please specify) Assignment 1: Written Assignment/Online Discussion - 1500 words (30%)
Assignment 2: Written Assignment/Blog Entries - 1500 words (30%)
Assignment 3: Essay - 3000 words (40%)
Contact Hours Self Directed Learning: for 130 hour(s) per Term for Full Term