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 and theological bases for chaplaincy. They will reflect on the relationship between pastoral and spiritual care within the variety of contexts in which chaplaincy ministry can be expressed. This unit will encourage critical reflection and evaluation of a range of approaches to the practice of chaplaincy ministry practice enacted by lay and ordained chaplains.
Unit code: DA9044L
Unit status: Approved (Major revision)
Points: 18.0
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. | Critically analyse the difference, legitimacy and place of spiritual care in public places |
| 3. | Critically analyse the challenges of ministering in diverse cultural and social contexts |
| 4. | Critically evaluate personal strengths, weaknesses and biases in the context of chaplaincy ministry |
| 5. | Develop strategies for spiritual and pastoral care in public chaplaincy contexts |
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.
Relevant texts to be advised when the unit is scheduled.
| Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Reports on the assigned reading for key topics |
2000 | 25.0 |
| Report | Observe and interview an accredited chaplain in their chaplaincy workplace and report on what was discovered and how this might inform the students' own chaplaincy ministry |
1000 | 25.0 |
| Report | A report which includes an analysis of key literature and a theological reflection on ministry practice including developing strategies for spiritual and pastoral care in public chaplaincy contexts |
3000 | 50.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Naomi Wolfe on 21 Oct, 2026
Unit record last updated: 2026-10-21 09:13:29 +1100