EM055-524 - Cross-Cultural Ministry Immersion

  • 5,568 Standard Tuition Fee
  • 24
    Credit Points
  • 0.25 EFT 
  • 5
    AQF level
  • Category foundational unit
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  • evangelism missiolUnit Discipline

Exclusions

Prior to 2020, this unit content was delivered under the unit code SMM24.

Exclusions: EM068-524.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will

A. Know and understand

Demonstrate Foundational knowledge and understanding of life, work and Christian ministry in a cross cultural context

B. Be able to

1. Outline the essential issues involved in engaging in cross-cultural Christian ministry

2. Recognise the impact of culture on personal formation and the adjustments that may be required for cross-cultural Christian engagement

3. Consider issues encountered in the cross-cultural immersion experience in the light of the Bible and a Christian worldview framework

4. Present Organised evidence-based and personal reflection on the cross-cultural immersion experience

C. Be in a position to

Relating perspectives and skills from ‘Cross Cultural Ministry Immersion’ to mission and ministry practice

Content

Section A: Theoretical Study

Introduction to cultural and religious background and core issues impacting ministry practice in fieldwork destination. Specific preparation for life and ministry in destination including strategies to develop cultural intelligence. These will include, but are not limited to:

  • Cross-cultural differences in behaviour, values, and assumptions;
  • Introductory analysis of culture(s) of the people(s) in the cross-cultural ministry context;
  • The religious beliefs and practices of the local people in the cross-cultural ministry context;
  • Challenges encountered in cross-cultural life and ministry;
  • Attitudes and behaviours that contribute to adjustment to a life in a cross-cultural ministry context;
  • Approaches to ministry in a cross-cultural context.

Section B: Fieldwork

An experience of the following:

An immersion cross-cultural ministry trip of not less than 3 weeks residence in a culture other than the candidate’s own.

Conditions:

  • The experience is to be approved by the candidate’s college.
  • The candidate is to work under supervision of a person experienced in living in both the candidate’s culture, and the culture in which the candidate is working in field experience.
  • At least 100 hours is to be spent in direct contact with people of the culture concerned, in active participation and communication, as well as observation.
  • The candidate is to participate in ministry efforts and daily life among the people of the culture being visited.
  • The candidate is to keep a daily journal while away, recording key experiences, observations and personal reflections.

Set Readings

This unit's indicative bibliography is currently being revised. Students should contact their home college for further details at the time of taking this unit.


Prescribed:

Elmer, Duane. (2006) Cross-Cultural Servanthood: Serving the World in Christlike Humility. Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic.

 

Recommended:

Barnett, Mike, Martin, Robin (ed.). (2012). Discovering the Mission of God. Best Missional Practices for the 21st Century. Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic.

Dipple, Bruce. (2011).  Becoming Global: Integrating global mission and your local church: A practical approach.  Croydon, NSW: Sydney Missionary and Bible College.

Elmer, Duane. (2002) Cross-Cultural Connections: Stepping Out and Fitting In Around the World. Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic.

Hawthorne, Steven, C. and Winter, Ralph, D (eds.) (2009). Perspectives on the World Christian Movement: A Reader (4th Ed). Pasadena, CA: William Carey Library.

Knell, Marion. (2006), Burn-Up or Splash Down: Surviving the Culture Shock of Re-entry. Tyrone, GA: Authentic Books.

Lanier, Sarah A.  (2004)  Foreign to Familiar. New York: McDougal Publishing.

Lingenfelter, Sherwood G. and Mayers, Marvin K. (2003), Ministering Cross-Culturally (2nd ed.). Grand Rapids, IL: Baker Books.

Livermore, David. (2013) Serving with Eyes Wide Open: Doing Short-Term Missions with Cultural Intelligence (Rev. Ed.). Grand Rapids MI: Baker Books

Pratt, Z., Sills, David M. and Walters, Jeff K (2014). Introduction to Global Missions. Nashville: B & H Academic.

Rawson, Katie J.  (2015) Crossing Cultures with Jesus.  Downers Grove: IVP.

Watson, David L., and Paul D.Watson, Contagious Disciple Making. Leading Others on a Journey of Discovery. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, 2014.

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