In this unit students will explore the pastoral and theological implications of communal existential concerns, such as climate change, war, domestic violence, pathogenic threats, inequality and mental health. Students will evaluate known pastoral responses to a specific existential issue, identify what is lacking in the pastoral care and create their own response for a chosen context or community. This unit will include broad thinking about pastoral responses to existential concerns and the impact on people's faith while allowing students to deepen their understanding in a particular area of interest.
Unit code: DP9748Z
Unit status: Approved (New unit)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit discipline: Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies
Proposing College: Uniting College for Leadership and Theology
Show when this unit is running| 1. | Critically examine the pastoral and theological implications of existential concerns on individuals and communities |
| 2. | Critically evaluate the effectiveness of pastoral responses to existential concerns |
| 3. | Develop, implement and evaluate a pastoral response to an existential concern |
An elective postgraduate unit.
Critical engagement with readings, discussion and interaction, case studies, reflective journalling, and guest speakers.
Brief Indicative Bibliography
| Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 6000 | 1.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Prof Albert Haddad on 15 Apr, 2026
Unit record last updated: 2026-04-15 09:42:46 +1000