This unit engages students in theological reflection on the ministry of chaplaincy and provision of spiritual care in public places. Students will critically examine the biblical, theological and pastoral bases for chaplaincy, and reflect on the relationship between pastoral and spiritual care within the variety of contexts in which chaplaincy ministry can be expressed. Study in this unit will encourage critical reflection and evaluation of a range of methodologies and methods to negotiate the identity and practice of spiritual care outside of the church.
Unit code: DA9044L
Unit status: Approved (New unit)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit discipline: Mission and Ministry
Delivery Mode: Online
Proposing College: Australian Lutheran College
Show when this unit is running| 1. | Articulate and defend a biblical and theological basis for chaplaincy ministry |
| 2. | Critique the challenges of ministering in diverse cultural and social contexts |
| 3. | Critically evaluate the legitimacy and place of spiritual care in public places |
| 4. | Critically reflect through a theological lens on the ministry of chaplaincy from both a theoretical and personal perspective |
| 5. | Develop strategies for spiritual and pastoral care in public chaplaincy contexts |
Course relationship: A level 9 unit in postgraduate theology, ministry, and education courses
This unit is underpinned by teaching practices and strategies which encourage student engagement and participation in a variety of learning tasks and opportunities which foster deep learning.
| Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Report | Reflection on assigned readings |
2000 | 25.0 |
| Essay | Ministry context analysis |
2000 | 25.0 |
| Essay | Spiritual and pastoral care in a chaplaincy context |
4000 | 50.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Maggie Kappelhoff on 9 Oct, 2020
Unit record last updated: 2020-10-09 11:39:19 +1100