Communicating the Christian Faith

The ‘E’ word: Evangelism – is a concept that can equally incite ‘excitement’ and ‘excruciation’. In this unit, extroverts and introverts alike will find themselves engaging with the historical, biblical and theological roots for communicating the Gospel and gaining the skills (along with the empowering of the Spirit) to communicate effectively. In doing so, students will explore ways to engage with a world where the acceptance of the Christian story is counter-cultural, as well as ways to connect the good news of the kingdom to contemporary social concerns.

Awards offering Communicating the Christian Faith

This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:

• Associate Degree in Ministry
• Bachelor of Applied Social Science
• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Applied Social Science
• Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business
• Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
• Bachelor of Business
• Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Ministry
• Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Theology
• Bachelor of Ministry
• Bachelor of Theology
• Diploma of Arts
• Diploma of Business
• Diploma of Business and Diploma of Entrepreneurship
• Diploma of Business and Diploma of Leadership
• Diploma of Business and Diploma of Ministry
• Diploma of Chaplaincy
• Diploma of Chaplaincy and Diploma of Leadership
• Diploma of Chaplaincy and Diploma of Ministry
• Diploma of Entrepreneurship
• Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Diploma of Leadership
• Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Diploma of Ministry
• Undergraduate Certificate in Arts
• Undergraduate Certificate in Ministry

Unit Content

Curriculum Objective

This unit is a practical examination of the history, theology and practice of evangelism. It stresses the empowering role of the Holy Spirit in evangelism.

Outcomes

1. Analyse knowledge of the biblical, historical and theological foundations of communicating the Christian faith. This includes consideration of other Christian perspectives and understandings;
2. Demonstrate developing skills necessary to extend an evangelistic invitation, both in church and in personal interaction;
3. Verify the role and place of outreach and evangelism in the mission of the church;
4. Show an understanding of contextual frameworks that shape evangelistic communication, such as postmodernism, multiculturalism, etc.;
5. Develop an effective evangelistic ministry for specific demographic and philosophical contexts;
6. Identify a variety of resources to communicate faith, and enhance discipleship.

Subject Content

1. Biblical Patterns of Communicating the Gospel
2. Communication Theory
3. Power Evangelism in Context
4. Conversion Continuum
5. Cultural Relevance & The Post-Modern Condition
6. Becoming an Effective Communicator
7. The Australian Context – Diversity in Unity
8. Outreach Programs
9. Community Strategies
10. Obstacles to Communicating the Gospel
11. Cross-Cultural Communication of the Gospel
12. Social Issues and Communicating the Gospel

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

• Book Review (20%)
• Portfolio Report (30%)
• Final Report (50%)

Prescribed Text

• Primary readings provided