PC097-803 - Guided Spiritual Formation B

  • 744 Standard Tuition Fee
  • 3
    Credit Points
  • 0.03125 EFT 
  • 8
    AQF level
  • Category developing unit
    B
  • pastoral churchUnit Discipline

Exclusions

Prior to 2020, this unit content was delivered under the unit code PC649b. Students may only take 12cps of Guided Spiritual and/or Leadership Formation.

This unit is approved for delivery only to the end of 2022. After that, this unit is being replaced by the suite of units at PC155, PC156, PC157 and PC158.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will

A. Know and understand

1. Demonstrate Advanced knowledge and understanding of spiritual formation, growth and renewal

B. Be able to

1. Practice the skills of spiritual formation
2. Critically Integrate theological study, college activities and ministry experience as elements of a spiritual journey
3. Present Research-Aware evidence-based perspectives on spiritual formation

C. Be in a position to

Apply perspectives and skills from “Guided Spiritual Formation” to ministry contexts and Christian living as a reflective practitioner

Content

1.    Theological dimensions of spiritual formation, growth and renewal through and for relationship with our selves
2.    Concrete engagement in Christian practices for spiritual life through and for relationship with our selves
3.    Examination and critical analysis of personal experience of spiritual practice in light of theological understanding

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.

 

Allen, R. J., Preaching and Practical Ministry (St. Louis: Chalice, 2001).

Anderson, R. S., The Soul of Ministry: Forming Leaders for God’s People (Louisville: Westminster John Knox, 1997).

Borreson, G. L., A Case for Excellence: Case Studies in Congregational Ministry (Lima, Ohio: CSS, 1998).

Copenhaver, M. B., et al, Good News In Exile: Three Pastors Offer a Hopeful Vision for the Church (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1999).

Fisher, D., The 21st Century Pastor: A Vision Based on the Ministry of Paul (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1996).

Heitink, G., Practical Theology (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1999).

Jackson, G. E., Creating Something of Beauty: A Theology for Ministry (St. Louis: Chalice, 1998).

Patton, J., From Ministry to Theology: Pastoral & Action Reflection (Nashville: Abingdon, 1995).

Pohly, K. H., Transforming the Rough Places: The Ministry of Supervision (Dayton, OH: WhalePrints, 1993).

Pyle, W. T. and M. A. Seals, Experiencing Ministry Supervision: A Field Base Approach (Nashville: Broadman & Holman, 1995).

Sherlock, C., A Pastoral Handbook for Anglicans (Canberra: Acorn, 2001).

Stone, H. W. and J. O. Duke, How to Think Theologically (Minneapolis: Fortress, 1996).

Swetland, K. L., The Hidden World of the Pastor: Case Studies on Personal Issues of Real Pastors (Grand Rapids: Baker, 1995).

Whitehead, J. D. and E. E. Whitehead, Method in Ministry: Theological Reflection and Christian Ministry (Kansas City: Sheed & Ward, 1995).

Williamson, C. M. and R. J. Allen, The Vital Church: Teaching, Worship, Community, Service (St. Louis: Chalice, 1998).

Willimon, W. H., Calling and Character: Virtues of the Ordained Life (Nashville: Abingdon, 2000).