COURSE CONTENT

An examination of the mission of the Church and various models of Christian missions from biblical, theological, and historical perspectives. This interdisciplinary study, integrating theory and praxis, is designed to move the student toward a more responsible understanding, imaging, and proclamation of the Kingdom of God in the diverse cultural milieus of our global village. COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to 1. Present the biblical and theological basis of the mission of the Church in the world. 2. Identify and understand historical paradigms in the theology of mission. 3. Identify and analyze contemporary challenges in the theology of mission. 4. Define and articulate clearly the missionary task. 5. Understand and respond to a personal role in the mission of the Church. 6. Develop and embrace biblically sound guidelines for fulfilling the mission of the Church in one’s ministry setting