This course offers and overview of contemporary issues in Mission and Evangelism through a focus on 'The Five Marks of Mission', Evangelism and Apologetics in contemporary cultures and contexts. This will include:-
- 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