• A survey of biblical material relevant to the understanding and practice of Christian mission.
• A selective presentation of important historical trends in Christian witness to society.
• An exploration of ways of articulating and understanding mission and evangelism (and their relationship) in today’s world, building on the ‘[Five] Marks of Mission’.
• An assessment of current thinking and practice in relation to traditional and innovative patterns of ecclesial being and witness.
• An introductory evaluation of Christian attitudes to the proclamation of the gospel in contemporary society, community relations, inter-faith dialogue, environmental concerns, issues of justice, and political engagement.
• Some practical engagement with mission practices of the church.
- Teacher: Steve Hollinghurst