Thinking theologically about practice
Code:
TAM301Name:
Thinking theologically about practiceTeaching semester:
Spring, AutumnLocations:
BergenYear:
2025 — 2026Teaching language:
EnglishStudy points:
15 Credits
- 80% attendance at the learning session is a requirement. (Alternative assignments will be provided for students prohibited from attending).
- 8 minor online assignments.
(Alternative submission deadlines may occasionally be approved)
Two weeklong learning sessions on campus comprised of lectures, group-seminars, and case-based classes.
An online learning-program stretching over eight weeks before and between the learning sessions. Each week is comprised of at least one video-lecture, self study of syllabus related to the week's topic, online office hour (a live-chat with a lecturer), and a small assignment (coursework requirement).
The content of TAM301 Thinking Theologically about Practice could be expressed in terms of two main foci and a cluster of central topics:
Focus 1 will be on reflexivity in theological reflection and issues of tradition and the place of empirical work in theological method.
Focus 2 will be on formal practical theological method. This will offer an overview of the discipline of practical theology, and how practical theology engages in theological reflection for key issues in secular and post-secular contexts
A cluster of topics and cases form a third area of attention: Ordinary Theology, Lived Religion, Material Christianity, Christopraxis, Ordinary Hermeneutics, practice and Theological Fragments
Knowledge
The candidate:
- has fundamental knowledge within the academic field of practical theology
- has specialized insight in qualitative methods in ecclesial, ethnographic research
- has thorough knowledge of theory formulation and method development in practical theological research related to empirical research
- can apply theological and interdisciplinary knowledge in an innovative manner in practical theology and discuss its relevance in shifting ecclesial contexts
- can analyze academic problems on the basis of practical theology (hermeneutical, theological reflection) and qualitative empirical research`s distinctive character and place in society
Skills
The candidate:
- can analyze existing theories, methods and interpretations in the area of practical theology and work independently on practical and theoretical problems
- can use practical theological and empirical methods for research and scholarly and /or artistic development work in an independent manner
- can analyze and deal critically with empirical research and use them to structure and formulate scholarly arguments
- is sufficiently equipped with theory and methodology from the forefront of empirical practical theological research in order to design a limited research project of his/her own
General competence
The candidate
- can analyze relevant practical theological theory and research ethical problems
- can apply his/her knowledge and skills in the field of empirical and practical theological methods in order to carry out assignments
- can communicate independent work and masters language and terminology of the area of empirical and practical theology
- can participate in scholarly discourses about practical theology in academia, the church, and in wider society
- can contribute to new thinking and innovation in practical theology
Book
Practical theology in action : Christian thinking in the service of church and society
Ballard, Paul, John Pritchard, London, SPCK, XII, 212 s., 2006, isbn:9780281057191; 0281057192,
Book
Places of redemption : theology for a worldly church
Fulkerson, Mary McClintock, New York, Oxford University Press, 257 s., 2007, isbn:9780199296477,
Book
Practical theology : an introduction
Osmer, Richard Robert, Grand Rapids, Mich., Eerdmans, X, 246 s., 2008, isbn:9780802817655,
Book
Perspectives on ecclesiology and ethnography
Pete Ward (1959-), Grand Rapids, Mich., Eerdmans, VIII, 254 s., 2012, isbn:9780802867261,
Book
Christopraxis : a practical theology of the cross
Root, Andrew, Minneapolis, Minn., Fortress Press, XVI, 311 s., cop. 2014, isbn:9781451478150,
Compulsory course in Master in Theology and Ministry.
Elective for Master of Theology/Profesjonsstudium i teologi.
English.
Alternatively, one of the Scandinavian languages.
Other languages could be accepted by application.
- 80% attendance at the learning session is a requirement. (Alternative assignments will be provided for students prohibited from attending).
- 8 minor online assignments.
(Alternative submission deadline may occasionally be approved)
Two weeklong learning sessions on campus comprised of lectures, group-seminars, and case-based classes.
An online learning-program stretching over eight weeks before and between the learning sessions. Each week is comprised of at least one video-lecture, self study of syllabus related to the week's topic, online office hour (a live-chat with a lecturer), and a small assignment (coursework requirement).
The content of TAM301 Thinking Theologically about Practice could be expressed in terms of two main foci and a cluster of central topics:
Focus 1 will be on reflexivity in theological reflection and issues of tradition and the place of empirical work in theological method.
Focus 2 will be on formal practical theological method. This will offer an overview of the discipline of practical theology.
A cluster of topics and cases form a third area of attention: Ordinary Theology, Lived Religion, Material Christianity,
Christopraxis, Ordinary Hermeneutics, practice and Theological Fragments, and Messy Church
Knowledge
The candidate:
- has fundamental knowledge within the academic field of practical theology
- has specialized insight in qualitative methods in ecclesial ethnographic research
- has thorough knowledge of theory formulation and method development in practical theological research related to empirical research
- can apply theological and interdisciplinary knowledge in an innovative manner in Practical Theology
- can analyze academic problems on the basis of the practical theology and qualitative empirical research¿s distinctive character and place in society
Skills
The candidate:
- can analyze existing theories, methods and interpretations in the area of Practical Theology and work independently on practical and theoretical problems
- can use practical theological and empirical methods for research and scholarly
- and /or artistic development work in an independent manner
- can analyze and deal critically with empirical research and use them to structure and formulate scholarly arguments
- is sufficiently equipped with theory and methodology from the forefront of empirical practical theological research in order to design a limited research project of his/her own
General competence
The candidate
- can analyze relevant Practical Theological theory and research ethical problems
- can apply his/her knowledge and skills in the field of empirical and practical theological methods in order to carry out assignments
- can communicate independent work and masters language and terminology of the area of empirical and practical theology
- can participate in scholarly discourses about practical theology in academia, the church, and in wider society
- can contribute to new thinking and innovation in practical theology
Book
Practical theology in action : Christian thinking in the service of church and society
Ballard, Paul, John Pritchard, London, SPCK, XII, 212 s., 2006, isbn:9780281057191; 0281057192,
Book
Places of redemption : theology for a worldly church
Fulkerson, Mary McClintock, New York, Oxford University Press, 257 s., 2007, isbn:9780199296477,
Book
Practical theology : an introduction
Osmer, Richard Robert, Grand Rapids, Mich., Eerdmans, X, 246 s., 2008, isbn:9780802817655,
Book
Perspectives on ecclesiology and ethnography
Pete Ward (1959-), Grand Rapids, Mich., Eerdmans, VIII, 254 s., 2012, isbn:9780802867261,
Book
Christopraxis : a practical theology of the cross
Root, Andrew, Minneapolis, Minn., Fortress Press, XVI, 311 s., cop. 2014, isbn:9781451478150,
Compulsory course in Master in Theology and Ministry.
Elective for Master of Theology/Profesjonsstudium i teologi.
English.
Alternatively, one of the Scandinavian languages.
Other languages could be accepted by application.
- 80% attendance at the learning session is a requirement. (Alternative assignments will be provided for students prohibited from attending).
- 8 minor online assignments.
(Alternative submission deadline may occasionally be approved)
Two weeklong learning sessions on campus comprised of lectures, group-seminars, and case-based classes.
An online learning-program stretching over eight weeks before and between the learning sessions. Each week is comprised of at least one video-lecture, self study of syllabus related to the week¿s topic, online office hour (a live-chat with a lecturer), and a small assignment (coursework requirement).
The content of TAM301 Thinking Theologically about Practice could be expressed in terms of two main foci and a cluster of central topics:
Focus 1 will be on reflexivity in theological reflection and issues of tradition and the place of empirical work in theological method.
Focus 2 will be on formal practical theological method. This will offer an overview of the discipline of practical theology.
A cluster of topics and cases form a third area of attention: Ordinary Theology, Lived Religion, Material Christianity,
Christopraxis, Ordinary Hermeneutics, practice and Theological Fragments, and Messy Church
The course offers an introduction theological thinking in the context of practice.
Semester of education: Autumn. Exception for academic year 2020-2021: Spring.
Knowledge
The candidate:
- has fundamental knowledge within the academic field of practical theology
- has specialized insight in qualitative methods in ecclesial ethnographic research
- has thorough knowledge of theory formulation and method development in practical theological research related to empirical research
- can apply theological and interdisciplinary knowledge in an innovative manner in Practical Theology
- can analyze academic problems on the basis of the practical theology and qualitative empirical research¿s distinctive character and place in society
Skills
The candidate:
- can analyze existing theories, methods and interpretations in the area of Practical Theology and work independently on practical and theoretical problems
- can use practical theological and empirical methods for research and scholarly
- and /or artistic development work in an independent manner
- can analyze and deal critically with empirical research and use them to structure and formulate scholarly arguments
- is sufficiently equipped with theory and methodology from the forefront of empirical practical theological research in order to design a limited research project of his/her own
General competence
The candidate
- can analyze relevant Practical Theological theory and research ethical problems
- can apply his/her knowledge and skills in the field of empirical and practical theological methods in order to carry out assignments
- can communicate independent work and masters language and terminology of the area of empirical and practical theology
- can participate in scholarly discourses about practical theology in academia, the church, and in wider society
- can contribute to new thinking and innovation in practical theology
Obligatory course in Master in Theology and Ministry
Elective for Master of Theology or Christian studies
English.
Alternatively, one of the Scandinavian languages.
Other languages could be accepted by application.
- 80% attendance at the learning session is a requirement. (Alternative assignments will be provided for students prohibited from attending).
- 8 minor online assignments.
(Alternative submission deadline may occasionally be approved)
Two weeklong learning sessions on campus comprised of lectures, group-seminars, and case-based classes.
An online learning-program stretching over eight weeks before and between the learning sessions. Each week is comprised of at least one video-lecture, self study of syllabus related to the week¿s topic, online office hour (a live-chat with a lecturer), and a small assignment (coursework requirement).
The content of TAM301 Thinking Theologically about Practice could be expressed in terms of two main foci and a cluster of central topics:
Focus 1 will be on reflexivity in theological reflection and issues of tradition and the place of empirical work in theological method.
Focus 2 will be on formal practical theological method. This will offer an overview of the discipline of practical theology.
A cluster of topics and cases form a third area of attention: Ordinary Theology, Lived Religion, Material Christianity,
Christopraxis, Ordinary Hermeneutics, practice and Theological Fragments, and Messy Church
The course offers an introduction theological thinking in the context of practice.
Semester of education: Autumn. Exception for academic year 2020-2021: Spring.
Knowledge
The candidate:
- has fundamental knowledge within the academic field of practical theology
- has specialized insight in qualitative methods in ecclesial ethnographic research
- has thorough knowledge of theory formulation and method development in practical theological research related to empirical research
- can apply theological and interdisciplinary knowledge in an innovative manner in Practical Theology
- can analyze academic problems on the basis of the practical theology and qualitative empirical research¿s distinctive character and place in society
Skills
The candidate:
- can analyze existing theories, methods and interpretations in the area of Practical Theology and work independently on practical and theoretical problems
- can use practical theological and empirical methods for research and scholarly
- and /or artistic development work in an independent manner
- can analyze and deal critically with empirical research and use them to structure and formulate scholarly arguments
- is sufficiently equipped with theory and methodology from the forefront of empirical practical theological research in order to design a limited research project of his/her own
General competence
The candidate
- can analyze relevant Practical Theological theory and research ethical problems
- can apply his/her knowledge and skills in the field of empirical and practical theological methods in order to carry out assignments
- can communicate independent work and masters language and terminology of the area of empirical and practical theology
- can participate in scholarly discourses about practical theology in academia, the church, and in wider society
- can contribute to new thinking and innovation in practical theology
Obligatory course in Master in Theology and Ministry
Elective for Master of Theology or Christian studies
English.
Alternatively, one of the Scandinavian languages.
Other languages could be accepted by application.
- 80% attendance at the learning session is a requirement. (Alternative assignments will be provided for students prohibited from attending).
- 8 minor online assignments.
(Alternative submission deadline may occasionally be approved)
Two weeklong learning sessions on campus comprised of lectures, group-seminars, and case-based classes.
An online learning-program stretching over eight weeks before and between the learning sessions. Each week is comprised of at least one video-lecture, self study of syllabus related to the week¿s topic, online office hour (a live-chat with a lecturer), and a small assignment (coursework requirement).
The content of TAM301 Thinking Theologically about Practice could be expressed in terms of two main foci and a cluster of central topics:
Focus 1 will be on reflexivity in theological reflection and issues of tradition and the place of empirical work in theological method.
Focus 2 will be on formal practical theological method. This will offer an overview of the discipline of practical theology.
A cluster of topics and cases form a third area of attention: Ordinary Theology, Lived Religion, Material Christianity,
Christopraxis, Ordinary Hermeneutics, practice and Theological Fragments, and Messy Church
The course offers an introduction theological thinking in the context of practice.
Semester of education: Autumn. Exception for academic year 2020-2021: Spring.
Knowledge
The candidate:
- has fundamental knowledge within the academic field of practical theology
- has specialized insight in qualitative methods in ecclesial ethnographic research
- has thorough knowledge of theory formulation and method development in practical theological research related to empirical research
- can apply theological and interdisciplinary knowledge in an innovative manner in Practical Theology
- can analyze academic problems on the basis of the practical theology and qualitative empirical research¿s distinctive character and place in society
Skills
The candidate:
- can analyze existing theories, methods and interpretations in the area of Practical Theology and work independently on practical and theoretical problems
- can use practical theological and empirical methods for research and scholarly
- and /or artistic development work in an independent manner
- can analyze and deal critically with empirical research and use them to structure and formulate scholarly arguments
- is sufficiently equipped with theory and methodology from the forefront of empirical practical theological research in order to design a limited research project of his/her own
General competence
The candidate
- can analyze relevant Practical Theological theory and research ethical problems
- can apply his/her knowledge and skills in the field of empirical and practical theological methods in order to carry out assignments
- can communicate independent work and masters language and terminology of the area of empirical and practical theology
- can participate in scholarly discourses about practical theology in academia, the church, and in wider society
- can contribute to new thinking and innovation in practical theology
Subject to changes
Ballard, Paul and Pritchard, John (1996) Practical Theology in Action London: SPCK
Fulkerson, Mary, McClintock (2007) Places of Redemption Oxford: Oxford University Press
Osmer, Rick (2008) Practical Theology: An Introduction Grand Rapids: Eerdmans
Root, A. (2014). Christopraxis: A Practical Theology of the Cross. Minneapolis: Fortress Press.
Ward, P. (ed.) Perspectives on Ecclesiology and Ethnography (2013 Erdmann's)
Obligatory course in Master in Theology and Ministry
Elective for Master of Theology or Christian studies
English.
Alternatively, one of the Scandinavian languages.
Other languages could be accepted by application.
- 80% attendance at the learning session is a requirement. (Alternative assignments will be provided for students prohibited from attending).
- 8 minor online assignments.
(Alternative submission deadline may occasionally be approved)
Two weeklong learning sessions on campus comprised of lectures, group-seminars, and case-based classes.
An online learning-program stretching over eight weeks before and between the learning sessions. Each week is comprised of at least one video-lecture, self study of syllabus related to the week¿s topic, online office hour (a live-chat with a lecturer), and a small assignment (coursework requirement).
The content of TAM301 Thinking Theologically about Practice could be expressed in terms of two main foci and a cluster of central topics:
Focus 1 will be on reflexivity in theological reflection and issues of tradition and the place of empirical work in theological method.
Focus 2 will be on formal practical theological method. This will offer an overview of the discipline of practical theology.
A cluster of topics and cases form a third area of attention: Ordinary Theology, Lived Religion, Material Christianity,
Christopraxis, Ordinary Hermeneutics, practice and Theological Fragments, and Messy Church
The course offers an introduction theological thinking in the context of practice.
Semester of education: Autumn. Exception for academic year 2020-2021: Spring.
Knowledge
The candidate:
- has fundamental knowledge within the academic field of practical theology
- has specialized insight in qualitative methods in ecclesial ethnographic research
- has thorough knowledge of theory formulation and method development in practical theological research related to empirical research
- can apply theological and interdisciplinary knowledge in an innovative manner in Practical Theology
- can analyze academic problems on the basis of the practical theology and qualitative empirical research¿s distinctive character and place in society
Skills
The candidate:
- can analyze existing theories, methods and interpretations in the area of Practical Theology and work independently on practical and theoretical problems
- can use practical theological and empirical methods for research and scholarly
- and /or artistic development work in an independent manner
- can analyze and deal critically with empirical research and use them to structure and formulate scholarly arguments
- is sufficiently equipped with theory and methodology from the forefront of empirical practical theological research in order to design a limited research project of his/her own
General competence
The candidate
- can analyze relevant Practical Theological theory and research ethical problems
- can apply his/her knowledge and skills in the field of empirical and practical theological methods in order to carry out assignments
- can communicate independent work and masters language and terminology of the area of empirical and practical theology
- can participate in scholarly discourses about practical theology in academia, the church, and in wider society
- can contribute to new thinking and innovation in practical theology
Subject to changes
Ballard, Paul and Pritchard, John (1996) Practical Theology in Action London: SPCK
Fulkerson, Mary, McClintock (2007) Places of Redemption Oxford: Oxford University Press
Osmer, Rick (2008) Practical Theology: An Introduction Grand Rapids: Eerdmans
Root, A. (2014). Christopraxis: A Practical Theology of the Cross. Minneapolis: Fortress Press.
Ward, P. (ed.) Perspectives on Ecclesiology and Ethnography (2013 Erdmann's)
Obligatory course in Master in Theology and Ministry
Elective for Master of Theology or Christian studies
English.
Alternatively, one of the Scandinavian languages.
Other languages could be accepted by application.
- 80% attendance at the learning session is a requirement. (Alternative assignments will be provided for students prohibited from attending).
- 8 minor online assignments.
(Alternative submission deadline may occasionally be approved)
Two weeklong learning sessions on campus comprised of lectures, group-seminars, and case-based classes.
An online learning-program stretching over eight weeks before and between the learning sessions. Each week is comprised of at least one video-lecture, self study of syllabus related to the week¿s topic, online office hour (a live-chat with a lecturer), and a small assignment (coursework requirement).
The content of TAM301 Thinking Theologically about Practice could be expressed in terms of two main foci and a cluster of central topics:
Focus 1 will be on reflexivity in theological reflection and issues of tradition and the place of empirical work in theological method.
Focus 2 will be on formal practical theological method. This will offer an overview of the discipline of practical theology.
A cluster of topics and cases form a third area of attention: Ordinary Theology, Lived Religion, Material Christianity,
Christopraxis, Ordinary Hermeneutics, practice and Theological Fragments, and Messy Church
Knowledge
The candidate:
- has fundamental knowledge within the academic field of practical theology
- has specialized insight in qualitative methods in ecclesial ethnographic research
- has thorough knowledge of theory formulation and method development in practical theological research related to empirical research
- can apply theological and interdisciplinary knowledge in an innovative manner in Practical Theology
- can analyze academic problems on the basis of the practical theology and qualitative empirical research¿s distinctive character and place in society
Skills
The candidate:
- can analyze existing theories, methods and interpretations in the area of Practical Theology and work independently on practical and theoretical problems
- can use practical theological and empirical methods for research and scholarly
- and /or artistic development work in an independent manner
- can analyze and deal critically with empirical research and use them to structure and formulate scholarly arguments
- is sufficiently equipped with theory and methodology from the forefront of empirical practical theological research in order to design a limited research project of his/her own
General competence
The candidate
- can analyze relevant Practical Theological theory and research ethical problems
- can apply his/her knowledge and skills in the field of empirical and practical theological methods in order to carry out assignments
- can communicate independent work and masters language and terminology of the area of empirical and practical theology
- can participate in scholarly discourses about practical theology in academia, the church, and in wider society
- can contribute to new thinking and innovation in practical theology
Subject to changes
Ballard, Paul and Pritchard, John (1996) Practical Theology in Action London: SPCK
Fulkerson, Mary, McClintock (2007) Places of Redemption Oxford: Oxford University Press
Osmer, Rick (2008) Practical Theology: An Introduction Grand Rapids: Eerdmans
Root, A. (2014). Christopraxis: A Practical Theology of the Cross. Minneapolis: Fortress Press.
Ward, P. (ed.) Perspectives on Ecclesiology and Ethnography (2013 Erdmann's)
Obligatory course in Master in Theology and Ministry
Elective for Master of Theology or Christian studies
English.
Alternatively, one of the Scandinavian languages.
Other languages could be accepted by application.
- 80% attendance at the learning session is a requirement. (Alternative assignments will be provided for students prohibited from attending).
- 8 minor online assignments.
(Alternative submission deadline may occasionally be approved)
Two weeklong learning sessions on campus comprised of lectures, group-seminars, and case-based classes.
An online learning-program stretching over eight weeks before and between the learning sessions. Each week is comprised of at least one video-lecture, self study of syllabus related to the week¿s topic, online office hour (a live-chat with a lecturer), and a small assignment (coursework requirement).
The content of TAM301 Thinking Theologically about Practice could be expressed in terms of two main foci and a cluster of central topics:
Focus 1 will be on reflexivity in theological reflection and issues of tradition and the place of empirical work in theological method.
Focus 2 will be on formal practical theological method. This will offer an overview of the discipline of practical theology.
A cluster of topics and cases form a third area of attention: Ordinary Theology, Lived Religion, Material Christianity,
Christopraxis, Ordinary Hermeneutics, practice and Theological Fragments, and Messy Church
Knowledge
The candidate:
- has fundamental knowledge within the academic field of practical theology
- has specialized insight in qualitative methods in ecclesial ethnographic research
- has thorough knowledge of theory formulation and method development in practical theological research related to empirical research
- can apply theological and interdisciplinary knowledge in an innovative manner in Practical Theology
- can analyze academic problems on the basis of the practical theology and qualitative empirical research¿s distinctive character and place in society
Skills
The candidate:
- can analyze existing theories, methods and interpretations in the area of Practical Theology and work independently on practical and theoretical problems
- can use practical theological and empirical methods for research and scholarly
- and /or artistic development work in an independent manner
- can analyze and deal critically with empirical research and use them to structure and formulate scholarly arguments
- is sufficiently equipped with theory and methodology from the forefront of empirical practical theological research in order to design a limited research project of his/her own
General competence
The candidate
- can analyze relevant Practical Theological theory and research ethical problems
- can apply his/her knowledge and skills in the field of empirical and practical theological methods in order to carry out assignments
- can communicate independent work and masters language and terminology of the area of empirical and practical theology
- can participate in scholarly discourses about practical theology in academia, the church, and in wider society
- can contribute to new thinking and innovation in practical theology
Subject to changes
Ballard, Paul and Pritchard, John (1996) Practical Theology in Action London: SPCK
Fulkerson, Mary, McClintock (2007) Places of Redemption Oxford: Oxford University Press
Osmer, Rick (2008) Practical Theology: An Introduction Grand Rapids: Eerdmans
Root, A. (2014). Christopraxis: A Practical Theology of the Cross. Minneapolis: Fortress Press.
Ward, P. (ed.) Perspectives on Ecclesiology and Ethnography (2013 Erdmann¿s)
Obligatory course in Master in Theology and Ministry
Elective for Master of Theology or Christian studies
English.
Alternatively, one of the Scandinavian languages.
Other languages could be accepted by application.
- 80% attendance at the learning session is a requirement. (Alternative assignments will be provided for students prohibited from attending).
- 8 minor online assignments.
(Alternative submission deadline may occasionally be approved)
Two weeklong learning sessions on campus comprised of lectures, group-seminars, and case-based classes.
An online learning-program stretching over eight weeks before and between the learning sessions. Each week is comprised of at least one video-lecture, self study of syllabus related to the week¿s topic, online office hour (a live-chat with a lecturer), and a small assignment (coursework requirement).
The content of TAM301 Thinking Theologically about Practice could be expressed in terms of two main foci and a cluster of central topics:
Focus 1 will be on reflexivity in theological reflection and issues of tradition and the place of empirical work in theological method.
Focus 2 will be on formal practical theological method. This will offer an overview of the discipline of practical theology.
A cluster of topics and cases form a third area of attention: Ordinary Theology, Lived Religion, Material Christianity,
Christopraxis, Ordinary Hermeneutics, practice and Theological Fragments, and Messy Church
Knowledge
The candidate:
- has fundamental knowledge within the academic field of practical theology
- has specialized insight in qualitative methods in ecclesial ethnographic research
- has thorough knowledge of theory formulation and method development in practical theological research related to empirical research
- can apply theological and interdisciplinary knowledge in an innovative manner in Practical Theology
- can analyze academic problems on the basis of the practical theology and qualitative empirical research¿s distinctive character and place in society
Skills
The candidate:
- can analyze existing theories, methods and interpretations in the area of Practical Theology and work independently on practical and theoretical problems
- can use practical theological and empirical methods for research and scholarly
- and /or artistic development work in an independent manner
- can analyze and deal critically with empirical research and use them to structure and formulate scholarly arguments
- is sufficiently equipped with theory and methodology from the forefront of empirical practical theological research in order to design a limited research project of his/her own
General competence
The candidate
- can analyze relevant Practical Theological theory and research ethical problems
- can apply his/her knowledge and skills in the field of empirical and practical theological methods in order to carry out assignments
- can communicate independent work and masters language and terminology of the area of empirical and practical theology
- can participate in scholarly discourses about practical theology in academia, the church, and in wider society
- can contribute to new thinking and innovation in practical theology
Ballard, Paul and Pritchard, John (1996) Practical Theology in Action London: SPCK
Fulkerson, Mary, McClintock (2007) Places of Redemption Oxford: Oxford University Press
Osmer, Rick (2008) Practical Theology: An Introduction Grand Rapids: Eerdmans
Root, A. (2014). Christopraxis: A Practical Theology of the Cross. Minneapolis: Fortress Press.
Ward, P. (ed.) Perspectives on Ecclesiology and Ethnography (2013 Erdmann¿s)
Obligatory course in Master in Theology and Ministry
Elective for Master of Theology or Christian studies
English.
Alternatively, one of the Scandinavian languages.
Other languages could be accepted by application.