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Details for WOR001 Introduction to Worship Ministry

This is an essential subject for those looking to deepen their understanding of the spiritual, biblical, and theological aspects of worship. Explore the role of music and arts within worship and examines the various roles and responsibilities in contemporary worship ministry. This unit is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in or aspiring to enter this vital area of church life.

Quick Stats

  • Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
  • Course code: WOR001
  • Credit points: 10

Subject Coordinator

Daniel Thornton

Prerequisite

Nil

Unit Content

Outcomes

  1. Summarise the biblical and theological foundations of worship;
  2. Describe Christian expressions of worship in contemporary churches;
  3. Examine the role of music and the arts in worship;
  4. Discuss the roles and responsibilities within a worship ministry;
  5. Identify issues in developing a worship ministry.

Subject Content

  1. Introduction to worship ministry
  2. Biblical and theological foundations of worship – Old Testament (Part 1)
  3. Biblical and theological foundations of worship – Old Testament (Part 2)
  4. Biblical and theological foundations of worship – New Testament
  5. The role of music and Arts in worship
  6. Contemporary Christian expressions of worship
  7. Exploring the Christian worship service and events
  8. The song
  9. Roles and responsibilities in worship ministry (e.g. worship pastor, music director, service producer, band member) (Part 1)
  10. Roles and responsibilities in worship ministry (e.g. worship pastor, music director, service producer, band member) (Part 1)
  11. Developing and facilitating worship ministry (Part 1)
  12. Developing and facilitating worship ministry (Part 2)
  13. Revision/Assessment preparation

This course may be offered in the following formats

  • Face to Face (onsite)
  • Distance/E-learning (online)
  • Intensive (One week: 7 hours per day for 5 days = 35 class hours + approx 85 hours out of class time for research, writing, exam preparation and execution, ancillary activities associated with completion of assigned tasks)

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

  • Case Study (30%)
  • Major Essay (50%)
  • Forum Postings (20%)

Prescribed Text