Bretherton, L. (2010), Christianity and Contemporary Politics, Chichester, Wiley-Blackwell
Frost, M. (2003), The Shaping of Things to Come: Innovation and Mission for the 21st Century Church, Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers Inc.
Goodhew, G. (2012) Church Growth in Britain. 1980-Present. Farnham: Ashgate Press
Hirsch, A. (2007), The Forgotten Ways: Reactivating the Missional Church, Grand Rapids, MI: Brazos Press
McKnight, S. (2007), A Community Called Atonement, Nashville, Abingdon
Murray, S (2004), Church After Christendom, Milton Keynes; Paternoster

Oasis College Library with e-portal for remote access
On-line resources via Blackboard through Staffordshire University
On-line access to Staffordshire University Library and books order system
Access to ICT resources at Oasis College

300 hours, of which 50 will be lectures, tutorials and learning groups, a minimum of 80 fieldwork hours, and the rest directed/ independent study. Lectures will involve a range of interactive teaching methods.

Key Information Set Data:
17% scheduled learning and teaching activities
56% guided independent learning
27% placement

The aim of this module is to explore the theoretical, theological and professional implications relating to the current and future development of church and community ministry. Its theoretical and experiential learning (through student led seminars) supports the developments of communication, problem-solving and goal-setting skills required in this field.
Emerging developments and projected future trends are set in context of social and political changes in the UK, and students will investigate strategic, management and developmental implications for both national and local social policy. Students are encouraged to develop critical evaluation in identifying creative solutions to current and future challenges facing church and community ministry, including working with other faiths. Underlying the analysis of current and future trends is an exploration of philosophical and theological dimensions and global trends related to communities.

A Professional JOURNAL Entry related to an aspect of professional practice, length 2000 WORDS weighted at 30%. (Learning Outcome 3)

A GROUP PRESENTATION weighted at 20%, on a current issue relating to professional practice (Learning Outcomes 1, 4)

An individual ESSAY on a current trend or issues related to work with churches and communities, length 3500 WORDS weighted at 50%. (Learning Outcomes 1, 2)

Field Work Report related to an aspect of professional competency that provides evidence against a national occupational standard or equivalent

Key Information Set Data:
80% coursework
20% practical exams [skills assessments and presentations]

A full DBS clearance is required for commencing the module due to the practice requirements relating to work with young people and vulnerable adults.