Seeds and the Spirit: Contextual Theology and Mission (DM9500T)

Content

In this unit, students will be introduced to the concept of contextual theology and read examples from Africa, Australia and other contexts. They will explore its significance for mission theory and practice. This will allow them to develop skills to implement a missional theory and practice appropriate to their environment.

Learning outcomes

Unit sequence

CT8010T/9T or equivalent

Pedagogy

Lectures and class discussion; assignments

Indicative Bibliography

• Bevans, Stephen B. Models of Contextual Theology. Rev’d and Expanded. Maryknoll, NY: Orbis, 2002.
• Bosch, David J. Transforming Mission: Paradigm Shifts in Theology of Mission. Maryknoll NY: Orbis, 1998.
• Cronshaw, Darren & Dewerse, Rosemary (eds), We Are Pilgrims: Mission from, in and with the Margins of our Diverse World. Dandenong: UNOH, 2015.
• Gallagher, Robert L. & Hertig, Paul (eds), Landmark Essays in Mission and World Christianity. Maryknoll NY: Orbis, 2009.
• Legrand, Lucien. The Bible on Culture. Maryknoll NY: Orbis, 2000.
• Ott, Craig, Strauss, Stephen J. & Tennent, Timothy C. Encountering Theology of Mission: Biblical Foundations, Historical Developments and Contemporary Issues. Grand Rapids MI: Baker Academic, 2010.
• Sanneh, Lamin. Translating the Message: The Missionary Impact on Culture. 2nd ed. Maryknoll NY: Orbis, 2009.
• Stinton, Diane (ed), African Theology on the Way: Current Conversations. ISG 46. London: SPCK, 2010
• Tanner, Kathryn. Theories of Culture: A New Agenda for Theology. Minneapolis MN: Fortress, 1997.
• Wessels, Anton. Europe: Was it Ever Really Christian? London: SCM, 1994.

Assessment