Specific problems of the apostolic church in Asia and Europe will be considered from Acts and the Epistles of Paul covering, e.g., conversion, the convert and the church, church and society, and the role of the missionary. Application of these principles to contemporary mission situations and an evaluation of modern mission theology will be emphasized. A high degree of input is expected from class members who have missionary experience. Lectures based on the textbook with reference to Biblical material and textbooks. Emphasis will be made on discussions of contemporary areas of theology and mission practice.
Emphasis is on contextualized theology and contemporary situations in cross-cultural churches.
Interest groups will report on a variety of topics. Oxford University Press, 1991. Gilliland, D. S. Pauline Theology and the Mission Church. Gilliland, D.S. MT521 Class Syllabus. Other selected readings will be required as outlined.