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Theology of a Theologian

Theology of a Theologian

This unit explains and discusses the theology of an individual who has been influential on Christian theology and church practice. It requires the ability to analyse theology with attention to historical and social context; to assess the impact of the individual’s theology on a community, and to consider differing perspectives on the individual and their views.

The unit applies to individuals who need to understand the theology and influence of a founding figure or other influential person in the church and apply their understanding in the context of teaching, preaching or leadership of a community.

This unit explains and discusses the theology of an individual who has been influential on Christian theology and church practice. It requires the ability to analyse theology with attention to historical and social context; to assess the impact of the individual’s theology on a community, and to consider differing perspectives on the individual and their views.

The unit applies to individuals who need to understand the theology and influence of a founding figure or other influential person in the church and apply their understanding in the context of teaching, preaching or leadership of a community.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and interact productively with diverse groups of individuals in the workplace. It covers responding to and working effectively with individual differences that might be encountered during the course of work.

The unit applies to individuals who work in a variety of contexts where they will be expected to interact with diverse groups of individuals. They may also provide some leadership and guidance to others and have some limited responsibility for the output of others.

Introduction

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Understanding the impact of individuals on the Churches serves a powerful tool in understanding who we are as Christians, our role in the church, and the role of our church in the community, and sometimes in the world itself.

In their day, who would have considered the impact of the Apostle Paul or Peter on today's world and their impact on the world since their time?  For that matter who would have given a great deal of thought to the impact of the Wesley brothers, or Spurgeon, or Whitefield, or Martin Luther, .  The myriad of thinking theologians who have impacted the church through their profound understanding and teaching of God's word and who have made an impact that affects us today is nothing short of astonishing.

I refer you to this link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Christian_theologians

For all of their impact, the truth is that so many Christians today do not realise the value of their teaching, their wisdom and the great insights they provide.  Our failure to understand and know our heritage, for it is just that, is a sad indictment upon those who choose not to learn.  Why sad?  Because our errors and mistakes could have been avoided if we had called and built upon their understanding.

Performance Criteria

  1. Research historical context
    • Locate resources for researching the historical context of an influential theologian
    • Investigate key events and factors that shaped the experience of the theologian
  2. Analyse theological views
    • Critically analyse and compare the theological concerns of an influential theologian with reference to primary and secondary sources
    • Evaluate the significance of material and interpret it holistically with regard for context
    • Examine alternative perspectives on the theologian and evaluate the implications of these perspectives for the interpretation and application of the theologian’s views
  3. Determine contemporary relevance
    • Critically analyse and assess the impact of the theologian on the theology and practice of the church
    • Determine the application of the theologian’s views to a specific contemporary context

Determine and assess any limitations on the application of the theologian’s views to a contemporary context

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be demonstrated evidence that the candidate has:

  • critically analysed the views of a theologian and his/her influence on the church
  • articulated the implications of a theologian’s views for a specific contemporary context

In the course of the above, the candidate must:

  • demonstrate knowledge of the theologian’s historical context

use a minimum of five sources and resources suited to the task and the organisational context

Performance Evidence

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be demonstrated evidence that the candidate has:

  • critically analysed the views of a theologian and his/her influence on the church
  • articulated the implications of a theologian’s views for a specific contemporary context

In the course of the above, the candidate must:

  • demonstrate knowledge of the theologian’s historical context

use a minimum of five sources and resources suited to the task and the organisational context

Assessment Conditions

The student must produce a portfolio of evidence to address the issues outlined in the Performance Criteria on the Theologian of their choice

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