The aim of this module is to equip youth ministers to interpret and apply the Bible creatively and responsibly in a range of contexts. It explores educational and pastoral aspects of communicating the message of the Bible to particular groups of young people using a variety of methods. Building on principles for biblical interpretation introduced at Level 2, different theories of interpretation are examined in more depth. Building on the biblical knowledge acquired in levels one and two, it provides tools for studying narrative in the Old Testament and apocalyptic literature, with a particular focus on the books of Judges and Revelation. Students will research Biblical commentaries, dictionaries and other reference materials to inform their exegesis of passages and presentations that they make to their peer group.

150 hours, of which 18 will involve interactive lectures, group discussion of teaching materials, group exegesis of sample passages and student presentations to their peer group with critique. The rest will be independent study.

Fee, Gordon, & Stuart, Douglas (20032), How to Read the Bible for All its Worth, Zondervan
Pattison, Stephen et al. (2007), The Use of the Bible in Christian Ministry: A Workbook, London: Darton, Longman & Todd

On-site library and internet access to Staffordshire University Library
PCs providing access to e-mail, the internet, word processing, etc.
Rooms with access for disabled students, and suitable for group worship.

1 x 3000 word exegesis and application of a chosen biblical passage (100%) [Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4]