This unit is designed to give the student an introduction to the concept and practice of mission and its priority for the people of God. It explores the topic of mission from a biblical, theological, historical and sociological perspective. It enables the student to develop and apply concepts of mission in their local context.
Unit code: DM1113B (Approved)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Undergraduate Level 1
Unit discipline: Missiology
Proposing College: Eva Burrows College
Show when this unit is running1. | Identify developments in the theology and practice of mission in the Bible and in different eras of church history. |
2. | Describe the impact of current sociological issues and trends on the practice of mission for the church. |
3. | Define the concept of holistic mission. |
4. | Evaluate current approaches to mission utilised by individuals, congregations and denominations. |
5. | Propose strategies for mission in a local setting. |
Lecturers, workshops, online forums
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
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Essay | 2,000 word essay |
2000 | 50.0 |
Article (for Newspaper, such as letter to the editor) | Article for congregational magazine |
1000 | 25.0 |
Tutorial Paper/Seminar Paper | Paper based on individual research and class discussion |
1000 | 25.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Maggie Kappelhoff on 30 Nov, 2020
Unit record last updated: 2021-02-19 09:24:17 +1100