P8150
Foundations of Pastoral Preaching
The unit Foundations of Pastoral Preaching introduces students to the foundational skills and principles involved in the preparation and delivery of sermons.
Study Level |
Postgraduate |
|---|---|
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:
- Explain the significance of the elements of an effective sermon and its delivery in a variety of Christian traditions
- Assess the role of the sermon in worship and spiritual formation
- Evaluate a range of sermons exemplifying different styles in terms of their pastoral purpose
- Evaluate the impact of the pastoral context on the shape and delivery of a pastoral sermon
- Apply their knowledge and skills to the preparation and delivery of pastorally appropriate sermons with diverse purposes.