This unit examines the historical origins and development of the divine service, noting along the way its multiple connections to various Christian traditions and their interplay with culture, music, and the arts; the unique character of Australian Lutheranism and connections with Australian society being one particular focus. The unit analyses the services of the Church, as a whole and in their parts, considering scriptural foundations, ritual order, theological function, and liturgical enactment. Throughout the unit there is reference to, and use of, the various worship resources of the Lutheran Church of Australia with an aim to informed and confident preparation for the celebration of the church’s liturgy.
Unit code: DP3013L
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Undergraduate Level 3
Unit discipline: Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Australian Lutheran College
Show when this unit is running1. | Describe the structure and contents of authorised LCA holy communion orders and various minor services |
2. | Outline the origin and nature of the LCA holy communion orders as the Lutheran form of the western mass, and Matins and Vespers as the Lutheran form of the western tradition of daily prayer |
3. | Analyse Lutheran rites biblically, theologically, ritually, ecumenically, and culturally |
4. | Prepare a performance of the divine service by an LCA congregation in its particular cultural and pastoral setting |
5. | Evaluate contemporary issues impacting the worship life of Christian congregations today, drawing upon an understanding of both the liturgical tradition and their personal experience |
At least 30 credit points in Field D is desirable.
Combination of lecture, discussion, tutorial, seminar, fieldwork (for 2 of the assessments)
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
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Essay | Essay 2000 words |
2000 | 40.0 |
Essay | Liturgical planning exercise 1500 words |
1500 | 25.0 |
Oral Presentation | Class presentation on a practical liturgical topic that examines the interplay of theology, liturgy and culture 1500 words (equivalent) |
1500 | 35.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 31 Dec, 2017
Unit record last updated: 2019-10-03 11:34:38 +1000