Details for CCM509 Pentecostal Ministry in Spirit World Aware Contexts

Explore the varied beliefs and rituals prevalent in society through a biblically informed perspective. Students will explore ministry methodologies crucial for effectively integrating spiritually attuned individuals into the Christian faith. The subject encompasses an in-depth investigation of various interpretations of the spiritual realm across major world religions, including an analytical examination within Christianity itself.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: CCM509
• Credit points: 10

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Prerequisite

The following courses are prerequisites:

• At least 40 credit points or CCM401—Introduction to Cross Cultural Ministry

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Critically evaluate the key concepts and practices of animism, both as experienced in the world today and as evidenced in the Bible;
2. Analyse the reasons for the pervasiveness and persistence of animism despite contact with other major religions including Christianity;
3. Appraise important principles involved in discipling Animists;
4. Distinguish and critique the key ways animism interacts with other aspects of social and religious experience;
5. Critically analyse Christian ministry concepts, including power encounter, functional substitutes, ministry to fear, tendency to nominalism, tendency to ritual rather than relationship;
6. Differentiate and assess the challenges of animism for current missionary strategy.

Subject Content

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face-to-face (onsite)
• E-Learning (online)
• Intensives

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

Assessment Methods

• Book Review (20%)
• Field Interview and Report (30%)
• Major Essay (50%)

Prescribed Text

• Primary readings provided