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CRS271

Christian Counseling

  • Arts
  • 200 level
  • 2 credit units
  • 114 pages
  • 17 units

This course introduces the history of Christianity in Nigeria, covering its origins, development, and impact. It explores the roles of early missionaries, freed slaves, and indigenous movements in spreading Christianity across different regions. The course examines the challenges faced by Christians, the relationship between Christianity and other religions, and the prospects for its future in Nigeria. It also analyzes the social, cultural, and political consequences of Christian presence in the country.

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About this course

Difficulty
Intermediate
Study hours
208 hours
Maths
None
Content
Theoretical, case study
Practical work
No
How it is assessed
  • Assignments
  • Tutor marked assignments
  • Final examination

What you'll read

The real module and unit structure of CRS271, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.

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CRS271 · UNIT 1 THE PORTUGUESE AND CATHOLIC MISSIONS IN NIGERIA

When you have completed each assignment, send it together with form to your tutor. Make sure that each assignment reaches your tutor on or efore the deadline given. If, however, you cannot complete your work on time, contact your tutor before the assignment is done to discuss the possibility of an extension.

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What you should be able to do

  1. Explain the historical context of Christianity's arrival in Nigeria.
  2. Analyze the roles of various missions in spreading Christianity.
  3. Evaluate the impact of Christianity on Nigerian society.
  4. Identify the challenges faced by Christians in Nigeria.
  5. Discuss the prospects for the future of Christianity in Nigeria.

What it prepares you for

Careers
  • Religious Leader
  • Missionary
  • Theologian
  • Religious Educator
  • Community Outreach Coordinator
Where it is applied
  • Religious Organizations
  • Educational Institutions
  • Community Development
  • Social Services
  • Non-profit Organizations

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

  • Module 1: The Roman Catholic Mission

    Unit 1: Portuguese and Catholic Missions in Nigeria

    The complex interplay of Portuguese trade interests, slave trade, and initial missionary efforts creates a nuanced understanding of early Christian presence.

  • Module 2: The Protestant Mission

    Unit 1: Sir Lord Lugard Promised to Emirs

    Understanding the political dynamics and Lord Lugard's policies requires careful analysis of colonial administration and religious restrictions.

  • Module 3: sIndependent Movement

    Unit 3: Celestial Church of Christ, Nigeria

    Requires understanding of the unique theological and cultural adaptations within the Celestial Church of Christ.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 32 hours in total. Yours will differ.

  1. Week 1Module 1: The Roman Catholic Mission

    • Unit 1: Portuguese and Catholic Missions in Nigeria · 2 hours

      Read Unit 1: Portuguese and Catholic Missions in Nigeria.. Understand the early voyages and their impact on Christianity.. Analyze the role of freed slaves in spreading Christianity..

  2. Week 2Module 1: The Roman Catholic Mission

    • Unit 2: The Catholic Missions · 2 hours

      Study Unit 2: The Catholic Missions.. Identify the contributions of the Catholic Mission to the growth of Christianity.. Examine the formation of the Society of the African Mission (S.M.A)..

  3. Week 3Module 1: The Roman Catholic Mission

    • Unit 3: The Methodists · 2 hours

      Cover Unit 3: The Methodists.. Discuss the methods used by the Methodist Missionaries to spread their faith.. List the mission stations opened by the Methodist Mission..

  4. Week 4Module 1: The Roman Catholic Mission

    • Unit 4: The Spread of Christianity in the Eastern Parts of Nigeria by the Holy Ghost Fathers in the Nineteenth Century · 2 hours

      Study Unit 4: The Spread of Christianity in the Eastern Parts of Nigeria by the Holy Ghost Fathers in the Nineteenth Century.. Explain the method used by the Holy Ghost Fathers to spread Christianity.. Enumerate their achievements in the Eastern parts of Nigeria..

  5. Week 5Module 1: The Roman Catholic Mission

    • Unit 5: Relations between the British Government, the Missions and the Emirs · 2 hours

      Read Unit 5: Relations between the British Government, the Missions and the Emirs.. Discuss the non-interference policy of Lord Lugard.. Examine the contributions of the Roman Catholic Church towards the planting of Christianity..

  6. Week 6Module 2: The Protestant Mission

    • Unit 1: Sir Lord Lugard Promised to Emirs · 2 hours

      Study Unit 1: Sir Lord Lugard Promised to Emirs.. Explain the relationship between the British Government, the Missions and the Emirs in Northern Nigeria.. Discuss the policy of Sir Lord Lugard which hindered the spread of Christianity..

    • Unit 2: The Activities of Christians in Egba Land · 2 hours

      Study Unit 2: The Activities of Christians in Egba Land.. Discuss how Christianity was planted in Egba land.. Identify the problems that confront the spread of Christianity in Egba land..

  7. Week 7Module 2: The Protestant Mission

    • Unit 4: Christianity in Niger Delta Area · 2 hours

      Study Unit 3: Christianity in Brass Area.. Discuss how Christianity got to Delta area.. Enumerate the benefits that Christianity brought to the people of Delta..

    • Unit 5: Christianity in Brass Area · 2 hours

      Study Unit 4: Christianity in Niger Delta Area.. Identify the reasons why the Brass people invited the Missionaries.. Discuss how Christians were later persecuted by some of the chiefs in Brass..

  8. Week 8Module 2: The Protestant Mission

    • Unit 5: The imposition of Christianity on the Ibos · 2 hours

      Study Unit 5: The imposition of Christianity on the Ibos.. State the reasons for imposing Christianity on the Ibos.. Name three Mission stations in the Ibo land and state the benefits that the people in the area derived from Christianity..

  9. Week 9Module 2: The Protestant Mission

    • Unit 6: The Planting of Christianity in Akoko-Kukuruku Area · 2 hours

      Study Unit 6: The Planting of Christianity in Akoko-Kukuruku Area.. Describe how Christianity was spread to other parts of Akoko-Gbangiri by the Ogori people.. Identify the benefits that were derived from Christianity by the Akoko- Gbangiri people..

  10. Week 10Module 2: The Protestant Mission

    • Unit 7: The Planting of Christianity in Kaba Area · 2 hours

      Study Unit 7: The Planting of Christianity in Kaba Area.. Discuss how Christianity got to Owe land.. State the effect of Christianity in Ka a land..

  11. Week 11Module 3: sIndependent Movement

    • Unit 1: Christ Apostolic Church of Nigeria · 2 hours

      Study Unit 1: Christ Apostolic Church of Nigeria.. Discuss the call of Joseph Ayo Babalola.. Describe his meeting with Faith Tabernacle members at Ilofa..

  12. Week 12Module 3: sIndependent Movement

    • Unit 2: Cherubim and Seraphim Church, Nigeria · 2 hours

      Study Unit 2: Cherubim and Seraphim Church, Nigeria.. Narrate the call of Moses Orimolade.. Identify the contributions of Orimolade to the growth of Christianity in Nigeria..

  13. Week 13Module 3: sIndependent Movement

    • Unit 3: Celestial Church of Christ, Nigeria · 2 hours

      Study Unit 3: Celestial Church of Christ, Nigeria.. Narrate the story of Oshoffa.. Discuss the teachings of the Mission..

    • Unit 4: The Impact of Christianity in Nigeria · 2 hours

      Study Unit 4: The Impact of Christianity in Nigeria.. State the impact of Christianity in Nigeria.. Identify the effects of education among Christians in the country..

Preparing for the exam

What to do
  • Create a timeline of key events and figures in the history of Christianity in Nigeria.
  • Compare and contrast the approaches of different missionary groups.
  • Analyze the social, political, and economic factors that influenced the spread of Christianity.
  • Review the key doctrines and practices of the major Christian denominations in Nigeria.
  • Practice essay questions on the impact of Christianity on Nigerian society and culture.

Questions students ask about this course

What is CRS271 about?

This course introduces the history of Christianity in Nigeria, covering its origins, development, and impact. It explores the roles of early missionaries, freed slaves, and indigenous movements in spreading Christianity across different regions. The course examines the challenges faced by Christians, the relationship between Christianity and other religions, and the prospects for its future in Nigeria. It also analyzes the social, cultural, and political consequences of Christian presence in the country.

How many units does CRS271 have?

CRS271, Christian Counseling, has 17 units across 3 modules, over 114 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is CRS271?

CRS271 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Arts.

Is CRS271 hard?

CRS271 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.

How long does CRS271 take to study?

About 208 hours of study, spread across its 17 units.

How is CRS271 assessed?

CRS271 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assignments and final examination.

What can I do with CRS271?

Religious Leader, Missionary, Theologian, Religious Educator and Community Outreach Coordinator.

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