P5113
Introduction to Children’s Ministry
The unit Introduction to Children’s Ministry aims to introduce the student to the field of children’s ministry. It provides a theoretical and practical framework for ministry among children in the church and a variety of community settings including childcare, educational settings, community service agencies, and programs.
Study Level |
Undergraduate |
|---|---|
Discipline |
Christian Life and Ministry |
Sub Discipline |
Pastoral Theology |
Credit Points |
9 |
Prerequisites |
Nil |
Exclusions |
Nil |
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this unit students will be able to:
- Outline the basic concepts of children’s ministry as a missional activity of the local church
- Identify the basic features of the learning characteristics, overall development and appropriate stages of faith of children.
- Nurture, manage and ensure safety in children’s ministry in congregational and community settings using contemporary resources and techniques.
- Select children’s ministry resources and techniques that are appropriate to stage of faith development and to particular congregational and community settings
- Prepare a children’s ministry program for use within a specific faith and/or community context.