THL238 Mission, Evangelism And Apologetics (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Theology (THEOL)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject introduces the study of Christian mission, evangelism and apologetics. It explores the historical, biblical, and theological perspectives on these themes. Particular focus is given to the relationship between the gospel and culture, and recent discussion regarding the missional nature of the church. Attention is also given to issues relating to the practice of mission, evangelism and apologetics.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 2 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Canberra |
| Internal | United Theological College |
| Distance * | Canberra |
*This subject offering contains a residential school. Please view following information for further details.
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: THL238
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Assumed Knowledge:
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the variety of definitions of mission, evangelism and apologetics, including their interrelationship
- be able to evaluate critically the changes of understanding in mission, evangelism and apologetics that have occurred throughout the history of the church
- be able to demonstrate a critical understanding of the various biblical and theological perspectives on mission, evangelism and apologetics
- be able to engage critically with recent discussions on the relationship between gospel and culture
- be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of issues relating to the contemporary practice of mission, evangelism and apologetics: e.g. 'missional' church
- be able to demonstrate self-guided learning, including research, writing and communication skills
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- what are mission, evangelism and apologetics?
- historical perspectives on mission, evangelism and apologetics
- biblical perspectives on mission, evangelism and apologetics
- theological perspectives on mission, evangelism and apologetics
- the relationship between mission, evangelism and apologetics
- gospel and culture
- the practice of mission, evangelism and apologetics
- the 'missional church'
Residential School
This subject contains a optional 2 day residential school.
The residential school for this subject provides an orientation to the subject matter, methodology, library resources, and research tools pertaining to the study of mission, evangelism and apologetics.
Activities include lectures, library orientation and group work.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.