This unit examines traditions and practices of pastoral preaching. A particular focus will be the practice of sermon preparation and presentation, with an emphasis on developing “pastoral listening” skills, utilizing resources and developing a self-critical faculty. Crafting sermons and the art of preaching are examined using both student-prepared and model sermons. Topics examined include: contextual preaching; theological underpinnings of the context; involving the congregation in preaching; plagiarism and integrity; the role of scripture, theology, reflection, interpretation, prayer and experience in preaching.
Unit Code: DP3024S
Points: 18.0
Unit Level: Undergraduate Level 3
Unit Discipline: Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Stirling Theological College
Show when this Unit is running| 1. | Demonstrate awareness of different preaching methods and styles. |
| 2. | Evaluate the role of reflection, interpretation, prayer and experience in preaching. |
| 3. | Demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes integrity in 21st century preaching. |
| 4. | Create and deliver a pastoral sermon. |
| 5. | Critically discuss the meaning of pastoral preaching tradition in different faith traditions. |
| 6. | Theologically articulate a framework of pastoral preaching relevant to a specific, local context. |
18 points in foundational units in each of Fields B, C and D with at least 144 points across all fields
The unit will consist of seminars, discussion and work groups and practical sessions
| Type | Description | Wordcount | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Document Study | 10 x 200 documents study 2000 words |
2000 | 30.0 |
| Homily/Sermon | 2 x Homily/Sermon 2000 words |
2000 | 40.0 |
| Essay | Essay 1000 words |
1000 | 30.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 14 Oct, 2019
Unit Record last updated: 2019-11-20 08:59:37 +1100