| Unit name | The Church as a Prophetic and Pilgrim Community (Trinity & Baptist College) |
|---|---|
| Unit code | THRSM0044 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52) |
| Unit director | Dr. Finamore |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
C22005 Church, Authority & Ministry in Christian Traditions. Students other than from Trinity/Baptist will be expected to have completed relevant first degree work in theology. |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | Department of Religion and Theology |
| Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
The module involves an examination of the early church as a pilgrim people. This is done largely through a study of the Book of Revelation. Some attention is given to the sociology of radical groups, their identity and leadership. Selected prophetic and dissident movements from the early church to the present day are considered. Case studies are undertaken of contemporary radical groups before final reflections on the calling of the church to speak and act prophetically today.
