1.Locate personal contexts for ministry among a range of approaches and models
Knowledge & Understanding
Enquiry

2.Apply a range of approaches to theological reflection to ministry contexts
Application
Enquiry

3.Identify and use a range of strategies and approaches to study and reflective practice
Application
Communication

4.Recognize key issues in personal and professional development
Reflection
Learning

An essay length 3000 words weighted at 100%

[Learning Outcomes 1-4]

The module introduces the concepts of contextual ministry, reflective practice and theological reflection. It familiarises students with the principles and methods of theological reflection and its central place in reflective professional and ministerial practice. It also introduces core skills and practices applicable to studying on a context based degree programme.

Context to include:
• Nature of contextual ministry and variety of approaches and models.
• Models of reflective practice and theological reflection and the relationship between the two.
• Application of reflective practice and theological reflection to ministry contexts.
• Study skills for ministry and theology.

This module incorporates several inter-related learning strategies. The interactive learning groups will provide lectures and seminars involving a combination of group activities, student led work, simulations, skills practice, discussion etc. The independent study provides opportunity for reading, library based and online research. The remote learning in the practice work place will help develop professional and ministry skills.

Bevans, S.B. (2002) Models of Contextual Theology. Maryknoll: Orbis.

Green, L. (2009) Let’s Do Theology: Resources for Contextual Theology. London: Continuum

Ling, T., Bentley, L. (2012) Developing Faithful Ministers. London: SCM.

Nash, S., Pimlott, J., Nash, P. (2008) Skills for Collaborative Ministry. London: SPCK.

Nash, S., Nash, P. (2009) Tools for Reflective Ministry. London: SPCK.

Thompson, S. and Thompson, N. (2008) The Critically Reflective Practitioner. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.

Ward, P (2017) Introducing Practical Theology. Michigan, Baker Academic

Williams, R (2016) Being Disciples: Essentials of the Christian Life. London, SPCK.

Interactive whiteboard and data projectors
On-site library and internet access to Staffordshire University Library
Access to internet connected PCs
Appropriately equipped and accessible lecture rooms
Practice based: appropriately equipped office/study space, admin support, meeting rooms, art/craft resources, volunteer helpers

Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Admissions requirements None
Disqualified combinations CYMI40202 - Introduction to Work with Young People and Communities