This unit offers a comprehensive treatment on the theology, nature and function of preaching in the Christian church; sermon exegesis and meditation; writing sermon outlines, manuscripts, and children’s addresses.
Unit code: DP9015L
Unit status: Approved (New unit)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit discipline: Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies
Proposing College: Australian Lutheran College
Show when this unit is running1. | Prepare sermons that reflect an understanding of the nature and function of the sermon |
2. | Demonstrate advanced skills in moving from biblical exegesis to preaching for various contexts |
3. | Facilitate the function of law and gospel in preaching |
4. | Engage the text from the perspective of lived experience and relate the Word to the various ministry situations |
5. | Communicate in a clear, engaging and accessible manner |
Course relationship: A level 9 unit in postgraduate theology and ministry courses
Prerequisites: At least 24 points in Field B and in the discipline of Systematic Theology (CT)
This unit is underpinned by teaching practices and strategies (e.g. seminar style workshopping, impromptu speaking, class exercises (focussing on practising skills and methods), class presentations and discussions with students coaching and providing feedback to one another) which encourage student engagement and participation in a variety of learning tasks and opportunities which foster deep learning.
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
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Forum | Class and reading based discussion forum |
2500 | 25.0 |
Skill Demonstration | 1000 | 15.0 | |
Essay | A critical response on the nature and importance of a proper distinction between law and gospel in preparing the sermon and preaching |
1500 | 20.0 |
Portfolio | 3000 | 40.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Prof Albert Haddad on 13 Sep, 2022
Unit record last updated: 2022-09-13 08:56:20 +1000