Units

Master of Arts (Theology)

Wisdom for Ministry in 2018 Contents Page 1 | Wisdom for Ministry Pages 2-3 | Units for Semester 1 Page 4-5 | Units for Semester 2 Page 6 | How to enrol

In 2018, the Moore College MA (Theology) program will feature two biblical studies units investigating three of the wisdom literature books. These units will ground students in a sound method for interpreting Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and Song of Songs as Old Testament wisdom literature as well as providing a place for reflection on the pastoral significance of these books in contemporary life and ministry.

Semester 1: BS518 Sense & Seduction: The Book of Proverbs in Christian Life & Ministry (Eng) Dan Wu will assist students in exploring the structure, meaning and theological significance of the book of Proverbs, the nature and place of wisdom literature in the canon and Biblical Theology, and consider how the book might be taught and lived as God’s people. Further details can be found on page 2. Semester 2: BS520 Life, Love & Longing: Ecclesiastes & Song of Songs (Heb) Join George Athas in taking a closer look at the canonical books of Ecclesiastes & Song of Songs through careful exegesis of the Hebrew text. Through this unit, students will grow in their ability to communicate the truths of these books in a contemporary context. Further details can be found on page 4. New units in 2018 Two units are being offered for the first time in the MA program in Semester 2: •

CM560 Mission & Contextualisation (Simon Gillham and Andrew Prince)

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CT502 Preaching Doctrine (Chase Kuhn)

Further details can be found on page 4. & 5.

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Semester One 2018 BS518 Sense & Seduction: The Book of Proverbs in Christian Life & Ministry (English) This unit explores the structure, meaning and theological significance of the book of Proverbs, the nature and place of ‘Wisdom’ literature in the canon and Biblical Theology, and considers how the book might be taught and lived as God’s people.

Biblical Studies — Old Testament Lecturer: Dan Wu 5 – 7 March 12:10–5:00pm 14 - 16 May 12:10-5:00pm

It aims to give students a framework for interpreting the canonical book of Proverbs, taking due account of its linguistic, literary and theological characteristics. The unit will further equip students to integrate Proverbs within a sound Christian worldview and communicate this effectively.

BS553 The Thessalonian Correspondence (Greek)

Biblical Studies — New Testament Lecturer: Matthew Jensen 14 – 16 March, 9:30am - 2:30pm 2 – 4 May, 9:30am - 2:30pm

Interacting with the most recent advances in the interpretation of the Thessalonian correspondence, as well as a solid basis for more effective communication of the Thessalonian letters, this unit will cover themes including eschatology, ethics (in particular relating to work and sex), anti-Judaism, suffering, Paul as a model, prayer/ thanksgiving, and the resurrection. Classes will engage in contemporary discussions around questions of authorship, audience, life-setting, purpose and provenance of the Thessalonian letters.

CT508 Justification by Faith Christian Thought Lecturers: Andrew Leslie and Peter Orr 9 - 11 April, 12:10 - 5:00pm 4 - 6 June, 12:10 - 5:00pm

Though advanced engagement with the issues surrounding preaching the doctrine of justification by faith in the twenty –first century, this unit encourages a critical assessment of the contribution of both classic and contemporary theologians and biblical scholars and detailed exploration of the biblical foundations of the doctrine. Students will offer a critical review of a contemporary theologian's writing and will present a seminar paper on a key biblical text bearing on this doctrine.

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CM510 Worship & Congregational Ministry Christian Ministry Archie Poulos & David Peterson 12th - 16th February Times: Mon-Wed: 9:00am - 3:30pm Thurs: 9:00am - 2:00pm Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Building on a biblical theology of worship and edification, the unit aims to help students develop a hermeneutic that allows them to critique past and present expressions of this theology in the form of Anglican liturgies and other patterns of ministry and church life. An exploration of cultural issues relevant to corporate worship and the exercise of ministries, particular church contexts and dynamics that impinge upon the shape of local gatherings and consideration of patterns of leadership in relation to corporate worship are some of the topics that will be covered in this unit.

CM542 Professional Supervision Christian Ministry Unit coordinator: Archie Poulos Lecturers: Geoff Broughton and Nicky Lock Semester 1 26 – 27 February, 9:30am–4:30pm, 30 April – 1 May, 9:30am–4:30pm, Semester 2 23 – 24 July, 9:30am–3:30pm, plus Monday 23 evening (until 8:30pm) 2 – 3 October, 9:30am–3:30pm

Developing and enhancing your skills in promoting ministry development in others, this unit examines a range of theories and models in professional supervision in pastoral contexts, and provides practical training in the skills of professional supervision. Entering this program as a professional, you will work with one or two supervisees in their context as you integrate the skills and knowledge you learn in these units. The completion of CM542 covers the teaching requirements for accreditation and recognition as a professional supervisor by the Australasian Association of Supervision (AAOS). CM542 is a two unit equivalent run as a full-year program.

CT598 Project Please contact [email protected] by 1 February 2018

A one semester project of 8–10,000 words from within one of the three streams of Biblical Studies, Christian Thought or Christian Ministry. Proposals should be submitted at least two months prior to the intended time of commencement of research. The Project will normally be undertaken when all other units are complete.

CT594 Research Project Please contact [email protected] by 1 February 2018

A sustained piece of research of 15,000 words under the direction of a faculty adviser appointed by the College over two semesters. The Research Project is normally undertaken by students seeking to demonstrate independent research skills, often with a view to pursuing a higher research degree in the future. The Research Project will normally be undertaken when all other units are complete.

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Semester Two 2018 CM560 Mission & Contextualisation Christian Ministry Lecturer: Simon Gillham and Andrew Prince 29 – 31 August, 12:10–5:00pm 24– 26 October, 12:10–5:00pm

How do you proclaim an unchanging gospel in a fast changing and culturally diverse world? How do you communicate it faithfully – with clarity yet also cultural appropriateness? This unit of study examines the necessity, the challenges and the dangers of contextualising the gospel. Students will be guided to develop a theologically consistent model and apply that in an integrated manner to their own ministry or mission settings.

BS520 Life, Love & Longing: Ecclesiastes and Song of Songs (Hebrew)

Biblical Studies — Old Testament Lecturer: George Athas 6 – 8 August, 12:10–5:00pm 8 – 10 October, 12:10–5:00pm

Taking due account of the linguistic, literary and theological characteristics of the canonical books of Ecclesiastes and Song of Songs, this unit will explore the contribution of this part of Scripture to the biblical wisdom tradition. Class discussion topics will include the philosophical perspective and apparent ‘unorthodoxy’ of Qohelet and the ‘argument’ of Ecclesiastes in the light of Biblical Theology as well as critical engagement with feminist interpretations of Song of Songs and a consideration of the book’s contribution to human sexuality.

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CT502 Preaching Doctrine How do we disciple people in theological truth from the pulpit? Is the pulpit the place for theology? How do we preach theologically without being dull?

Christian Thought — TPE Lecturer: Chase Kuhn 13 -15 August 29-31 October Classes for both intensives will be held 12:10pm 5:00pm

Is theological preaching always abstract? Does theological preaching highjack the agenda of the text? Can we preach properly without theology? This unit explores the intersection of preaching and doctrine in church ministry, identifying preaching as an explicitly theological task. Students will work to develop preaching skills through the delivery of sermons. While the course is explicitly aimed at preaching, it also should be noted that many of the preaching skills are transferable to other areas of Word ministry. Both men and women have many good opportunities to expound the Scriptures to others outside the pulpit.

BS559 States and Origins: Investigating the Johannine Letters (Greek)

Biblical Studies — New Testament Lecturer: Matthew Jensen 8 – 10 August, 9:30–2:30pm 26 – 28 September, 9:30–2:30pm

Engaging with contemporary discussion regarding questions of authorship, audience, life-setting, purpose and provenance of the Johannine letters, you will be provided with a solid basis for more effective communication of the message of John’s letters, covering themes of Christology eschatology, pneumatology, soteriology and the conservation of tradition. Classes will engage in contemporary discussions regarding questions of authorship, audience, life-setting, purpose and provenance of the Johannine letters .

CT599 Project Please contact [email protected] by 1 July 2018

A one semester project of 8–10,000 words from within one of the three streams of Biblical Studies, Christian Thought or Christian Ministry. Proposals should be submitted at least two months prior to the intended time of commencement of research. The Project will normally be undertaken when all other units are complete.

CT595 Research Project Please contact [email protected] by 1 July 2018

A sustained piece of research of 15,000 words under the direction of a faculty adviser appointed by the College over two semesters. The Research Project is normally undertaken by students seeking to demonstrate independent research skills, often with a view to pursuing a higher research degree in the future. The Research Project will normally be undertaken when all other units are complete.

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How to Enrol Enrolments will open on Monday 09 October and can be submitted via email. Please complete the MA (Theol) Registration Form 2018 and return it to the Registrar Dept ([email protected]).

Semester One enrolment cut-off:

19 February 2018

Semester Two enrolment cut-off:

16 July 2018

Tuition fees Coursework unit

$1,890

Project

$1,490

Research Project

$2,960

Moore College census dates are 30 April and 31 August. Your financial statement will be sent to your student email one month before the census date. Please read your financial statement carefully and contact Finance if you have any questions or would like further information ([email protected]).

Domestic students pay tuition fees either by taking a FEE-HELP loan or by paying fees upfront. Upfront fees are payable one week before the census date.

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