Overview
An exploration of key issues facing Christian churches in the Pacific region and the distinct approaches of Christians in the Pacific to living out the Christian life.
About this paper
| Paper title | Pastoral Theology: Pacific Perspectives |
|---|---|
| Subject | Ministry |
| EFTS | 0.1667 |
| Points | 20 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (Distance learning) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,393.95 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Restriction
- PAST 326
- Limited to
- BA(Hons), PGDipArts, PGCertChap, PGDipChap, MChap, PGDipFBLM, MFBLM BTheol(Hons), PGDipTheol, MTheol, PGDipMin, MMin
- Notes
- May not be credited together with PAST 225/325 taken in 2024
Overview
An exploration of key issues facing Christian churches in the Pacific region and the distinct approaches of Christians in the Pacific to living out the Christian life.
This paper explores issues of life and faith among Pacific peoples, investigates the importance of the church in Pacific cultures, and considers the challenges they face in the New Zealand context.
About this paper
| Paper title | Pastoral Theology: Pacific Perspectives |
|---|---|
| Subject | Ministry |
| EFTS | 0.1667 |
| Points | 20 points |
| Teaching period | Not offered in 2027 (Distance learning) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Restriction
- PAST 326
- Limited to
- BA(Hons), PGDipArts, PGCertChap, PGDipChap, MChap, PGDipFBLM, MFBLM BTheol(Hons), PGDipTheol, MTheol, PGDipMin, MMin
- Notes
- May not be credited together with PAST 225/325 taken in 2024
- Eligibility
Any student can study Theology, whether they are of the Christian faith, another faith or of no religious faith at all. Theology is an examination of the scriptures, history, content and relevance of the Christian faith, but it neither presupposes nor requires a Christian commitment from students. All it requires is an enquiring mind and an interest in those skills that can be gained through the study of any subject in the Humanities.
- Contact
Dr Terry Pouono: terry.pouono@otago.ac.nz
- More information link
- Teaching staff
- Paper Structure
- Module 1: Introduction to the Pacific & Theology
- Module 2: Introduction to Pastoral Theology / Praxis Cycle / Pastoral Cycle - A Methodology
- Module 3: Faith and Theology in the Church / Pastoral Care and Counselling in the Pacific
- Module 4: Pacific Women in Theology / Health and Wellbeing in Pacific communities
- Module 5: Pacific Infertility / Le Va - Suicide in Pacific communities
- Module 6: Pacific diaspora: Transplanted communities / Shincheonji cult and Pacific communities
- Module 7: Climate change in the Pacific: A Pastoral response / Course Review
- Teaching Arrangements
This paper is taught via videoconferencing. Students living in Dunedin have the option of joining the lecturer in the lecture room.
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper. Readings will be available online.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Communication, Cultural understanding, Ethics.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will be able to:
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of the distinct insight and interpretation of Christian faith generated by Moana Pacific knowledge and ways of understanding.
- Describe the key role played by the Christian church in the life of Moana Pacific communities.
- Evaluate selected challenges and critically examine issues facing Christian churches in the Moana Pacific region.
- Critically engage with the distinct methods, theories and contrasting viewpoints of a range of Moana Pacific theologies.
- Assessment details
Critical reflection on an article (1000 words)
Essay (2000 words)
Pastoral Cycle: Integrative Research Project (3500 words)