Pastoral Theology

1. Define and explain the nature of Pastoral Theology.
2. Identify and discuss biblical foundations for pastoral ministry.
3. Understand the role of a pastoral minister in the church and society.
4. Apply principles of pastoral counseling in various situations.
5. Administer sacraments and provide spiritual guidance.
6. Evaluate and address issues in pastoral theology.

13 weeks, about 39 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1: Notion and Nature of Pastoral Theology

   • Unit 1: General Notion of Pastoral Theology · 3 hours

     Read the introduction to Pastoral Theology.. Define Pastoral Theology and its focus on the care of souls.. Identify the role of a pastoral theologian in structuring a Christian assembly..

2. Week 2Module 1: Notion and Nature of Pastoral Theology

   • Unit 2: Method In Pastoral Theology · 3 hours

     Explore the scriptural approach to pastoral theology.. Examine the ecclesial tradition approach and its importance.. Understand the use of reason and contextual approach in pastoral theology..

3. Week 3Module 1: Notion and Nature of Pastoral Theology

   • Unit 3: The Nature of Pastoral Ministry · 3 hours

     Distinguish pastoral ministry from other services.. Identify the primary target of pastoral ministry as service.. Understand the context of pastoral ministry within a Christian community..

4. Week 4Module 1: Notion and Nature of Pastoral Theology

   • Unit 4: The Pastoral Ministry: Vocation and Role · 3 hours

     Appreciate the pastoral minister as one called to serve.. Understand the importance of the role of the pastoral minister.. Examine the process of discernment in identifying a call to ministry..

5. Week 5Module 1: Notion and Nature of Pastoral Theology

   • Unit 5: The Pastoral Minister as Leader · 3 hours

     Explore pastoral leadership as service.. Explain how pastoral leadership can empower others for pastoral service.. Understand the role of a pastoral leader in responding to the needs of others..

6. Week 6Module 2: Biblical Foundations for Pastoral Ministry

   • Unit 1: Priestly Ministry in the Old Testament · 3 hours

     Explain the nature of the priesthood in Israelite religion.. Describe the pastoral roles of Israelite priests, including care of the sanctuary and teaching the law.. Understand the priestly ministry as a mediation between the people and God..

7. Week 7Module 2: Biblical Foundations for Pastoral Ministry

   • Unit 2: Prophetic Ministry in the Old Testament · 3 hours

     Discuss how Israelite prophets received their call.. Explain the pastoral roles of Israelite prophets, including ministering the word of God and social criticism.. Understand the prophets' call for reform, repentance, and change..

8. Week 8Module 2: Biblical Foundations for Pastoral Ministry

   • Unit 3: The Ministry of Jesus · 3 hours

     Understand the nature and focus of Jesus' call to ministry.. Identify aspects of Jesus' example of ministry in Galilee, on the way to Jerusalem, and in Jerusalem.. Highlight characteristics of ministry from Jesus' teaching, such as service and compassion..

9. Week 9Module 2: Biblical Foundations for Pastoral Ministry

   • Unit 4: Apostolic Ministry In The New Testament · 3 hours

     Discuss the initial ministerial role of the apostles under the leadership of Peter.. Discuss the development of the pastoral ministry in the early Christian community in relation to the apostles.. Identify the different stages of the development of apostolic ministry in New Testament times..

10. Week 10Module 2: Biblical Foundations for Pastoral Ministry

    • Unit 5: Aspects of Christian Ministry in the New Testament · 3 hours

      Explain the nature and object of the ministerial services of prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers according to the New Testament.. Explain the nature and ministerial importance of charismatic gifts in the early Christian community.. Understand the proper use of charismatic gifts for building up the body of Christ..

11. Week 11Module 3: Issues in Pastoral Theology

    • Unit 1: Ministering through Word, Prayer and Sacrament · 3 hours

      Acquire knowledge and skills in preaching the word of God effectively.. Understand prayer and how to lead the Christian community in prayer.. Appreciate the importance of the sacraments and how to administer them..

12. Week 12Module 3: Issues in Pastoral Theology

    • Unit 2: Pastoral Administration · 3 hours

      Explain the general principles of pastoral administration.. Define Personnel Administration.. Discuss the Administration of temporal or material goods of the Church and Program planning..

13. Week 13Module 3: Issues in Pastoral Theology

    • Unit 3: Pastoral Counselling · 3 hours

      Identify the qualities of a good pastoral counselor.. Evaluate the guidelines for effective pastoral counseling.. Understand the importance of empathy, genuineness and respect in pastoral counseling..