Course Summary

 

This course unit is an introduction to pastoral ministry. It is also an opportunity to overview the biblical and theological foundations of the caring ministry as biblical themes important to pastoral care are surveyed. Common aspects of ministry will also be considered giving particular focus to the functions of pastoral care within the church through the lens of ‘life together’ in the church community understanding that it is God’s love that motivates us to care for one another, both in the church and outside of it. 

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Learning Outcomes

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• Identify key issues relating to the practice of pastoral care

• Understand the role of the human sciences in pastoral theology and ministry

• Apply the insights of biblical and theological foundations to the practice of ministry

• Demonstrate the ability to reflect in the practice of ministry

• Develop and make use of effective skills for pastoral ministry