PC109-506 – Engaging in Word-Based Ministries

6 Credit Points (CPS)

On successful completion of this unit, students will

Know and understand

• Demonstrate foundational knowledge and understanding of the skills and issues involved in word-based ministry, including the methods and standards of professional, safe and ethical practice

Be able to

• Demonstrate basic skill in the practice of word-based ministry
• Present organised evidence-based perspectives on word-based ministry

Be in a position to

• Examine perspectives and skills from ‘Engaging in Word-based Ministries’ to contemporary Christian life and ministry contexts

Section A: Foundations

• Defining Word-based ministry: its bases, goals and varieties
• Principles of teaching and learning
• Principles and responsibilities of child protection

Section B: Applications

• Understand important issues related to, and principles for designing teaching input for at least three of the following:
• Children’s Ministry
• Youth Ministry
• Bible Study Groups
• One-to-one Bible Reading
• Leading Church Services
• Ministry in School Settings
• Other word-based ministries as approved by the moderator
• Principles for designing an annual teaching programme