Christian Practice 1 (U00492)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 8 ? Acronym : DIV-1-CPRAC

This course introduces students to practical theological approaches to the study of Christian Practice. The course considers Christian practice within the context of the church as a worshipping, learning and caring community. Liturgical, educational and pastoral practices will be studied through the case study method and the use of different models of theological reflection on practice.

Entry Requirements

? Costs : Course book - £10

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Theology and Ethics, (School of Divinity, Schedule B)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 1st year

? Delivery Period : Semester 2 (Blocks 3-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 4 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
09/01/2006	14:00	14:50	Lecture Room 1, New College	Central

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Monday	14:00	14:50	Central
Lecture	Tuesday	14:00	14:50	Central
Lecture	Thursday	14:00	14:50	Central
Lecture	Friday	14:00	14:50	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course participants should be able to do the following:
1. Describe key features of Christian practices of worship, education and pastoral care.
2. Analyse case studies of Christian liturgical, educational and pastoral practices.
3. Engage in theological reflection on practice in the study of Christian practice.
4. Give an inter-disciplinary account of the church as a community of practice.

Assessment Information

1. Reflections of 300-400 words on material covered in weekly seminars (20% of course grade)
2. Essay of 2,000 - 2,500 words (20% of course grade)
3. Two hour examination (60% of course grade)