- Unit Code & NameDL1198B Worship and Preaching: Essentials
- Description
This unit is designed to give the student an introduction to the theology and practice of public ministry in a local church setting. Attention is given to the development of skills and conceptual understanding that will support the development of effective worship leading and preaching.
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- LevelUndergraduate Level 1
- Semester2. Semester 1, 2026
- Delivery ModeOnline
- Date
3 to 14 February 2025
Virtual Classroom sessions will be on Zoom during the intensive.
As this is an intensive unit, it is expected that students will be released from usual work activities to study fulltime for this fortnight.
- Lecturer(s) Major Dr Catherine Spiller
- Prerequisites
No prerequisites required.
- Learning Activities
Readings, online forums, videos, reflective practice.
Watch the Welcome Video found in the “Welcome to the Unit” tab on ARK (available on ARK from 27th January 2025).
*This unit is offered at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level. Students may engage with people across both levels when this unit is delivered.
- Assessments
1 x 1,000 word Essay - 30%
1 x 750 word Homily/Sermon - 20%
1 x 1,750 word Homily/Sermon - 50%
- Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit, it is expected that students will be able to:
1. Identify the key components of a worship service.
2. Use a framework to develop a thoughtfully planned worship service.
3. Recognise and use appropriate resources to develop a sermon.
4. Prepare and deliver an effective sermon.
- Text Books
There is no required text for this unit.