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Module
Descriptions for the Certificate in
Christian Ministry
Christian Studies
Introduction
to Philosophy and Worldviews
This module provides and introduction to
worldviews in general with particular focus on western philosophy and how philosophy
has interacted with theology and shaped our world.
History
of Western and African Christianity
This module reviews the origins and growth
of Christianity from the early church through to the 20th century, focusing
on the history of theology, the Church and missions in the West and in
Africa
. The module will emphasize the dynamic process of God’s providence sustaining Christian
faith in diverse historical contexts and will bring students to an awareness of
how Christianity today has been shaped by history.
Doctrine
Survey
This course is designed to introduce the
student to the major topics, vocabulary and issues of systematic theology through
an historical survey of the development of Christian doctrine. The doctrines of
the Christian faith will be clarified as they apply to the broader spectrum of human
life and thought.
Theology
of
Mission
The Biblical and theological foundations
of mission are studied from creation to
Israel
and then from Christ to the visions of the eschaton. An understanding of the task
of world evangelisation is developed. The influence of key movements and mission
paradigms will be explored, focusing in particular on current debates on the nature
of missions and evangelism.
Biblical Studies
Biblical
Text and Context
Nature, purpose and interpretation of the
Bible, with special attention to issues of Scripture and canon. General introduction
to the geography and cultural history of the biblical world.
Old
Testament Survey
An overview of the Old Testament focusing
on the story, literary genres, and historical background. Includes a brief introduction
to the intertestamental period.
New
Testament Survey
An overview of the New Testament documents,
with special attention given to the historical and religious background.
Practical Theology
Reconciliation
and Peace Making
The purpose of Reconciliation and Peace Making
is to lay the foundation for a biblical and theological approach to conflict management
that will guide the church and community leader in responding to interpersonal conflict
both in the church and in the community.
Christian
Spirituality
This module provides an introduction to Christian
Spirituality as it has unfolded through time and explores different facets of contemporary
spiritual life and practice.
Character
of a Christian Leader
A particular emphasis is given to developing
spiritual leadership through understanding the "being" of leadership, the development
of character which can lead to more effective "doing" and the skills in the practice
of being a leader.
Interpersonal
and Cross-cultural Communication
This is a foundational communications course
introducing the study of human communication processes within a variety of contexts.
These include interpersonal, cross-cultural, group and mass communication. Particular
attention will be paid to culture, gender and conflict management.
Introduction
to Pastoral Care and Counselling
The nature of practical theology, pastoral
care and the relation between theology and psychology are explored. Models and techniques
of the pastoral conversation are learnt and practiced and a sense of pastoral identity
is developed.
Children,
Youth and Society
This module studies the current cultures,
problems and issues facing children and youth in society, along with strategies
for ministry. Consideration will be
given to a number of issues which young people face in
South Africa
such as peer pressure, substance abuse, depression & suicide, sexual abuse,
child abuse and violence.
Christian
Worship
This module explores Christian Worship through
the scriptures and the different traditions of the church and examines the theory
and practice of worship in contemporary churches and life.
Discipleship
of Children and Youth
Special consideration is given to approaches
of discipleship, which lead to personal growth and development as applied to children
and youth. (This includes raising the student’s own awareness.)
Ministry
Practical
A practical extension of the academic programme
in the Certificate in
Christian Ministry
programme. It is designed to be a multidisciplinary application of what has been
learned theoretically and measures the practical capabilities of the student within
a field or sphere of learning.
All
above modules are 6 SAQA credits except for Old Testament (12 credits) and Ministry
Practical (18 credits each)
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