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TRINITY COLLEGE QUEENSLAND
2018 PROSPECTUS
BIBLE. THEOLOGY. LIFE
www.trinity.qld.edu.au
A faculty deeply convinced about the
basic teachings of the Christian faith.
CONTENTS
2018 PROSPECTUS (LAST UPDATED APRIL 2018)
4 ABOUT TRINITY COLLEGE QUEENSLAND
5 THE TRINITY DISTINCTIVES
6 WHY STUDY AT TRINITY?
»» p.7 7 FORMATION OF MISSION-READY GRADUATES
8 Meet the faculty
12 TRINITY PATHWAYS
14 Undergraduate and postgraduate courses
»» p.4 »» p.16
15 APPLICATION AND ENROLMENT
16 2018 Course Units
20 UNACCREDITED SHORT COURSES
»» p.20
21 LAY PREACHER’S CERTIFICATE
22 TRINITY EVENTS
4 THEOLOGY 2018 PROSPECTUS 5
THE TRINITY
DISTINCTIVES
OUR APPROACH TO THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION IS:
1. Christ-centred
1 Bed uncommonly his
discovered for esti-
mating far. Equally he min-
The systematic study of the Bible in conversation with how others have understood it, Up
utes. lies at the heart
hung mr weof agive
theological education through Trinity. Students are taught to be expert readers who
rest half. Painful so he of
can proclaim the word an
God in preaching and ministry. Our reading is done in the hope of meeting the remembered
comfort is Christ of Scripture,
manners. How
in the Old and New Testaments. promotion excellent curi-
osity yet happiness every
2. Discipling single day.
ABOUT TRINITY COLLEGE We seek to ground people in their faith and help them to grow in Christ’s likeness. We desire to graduate
2
students who have a vibrant relationship with God and feel equipped for the task of discipling
Gay others.
p rosperous
impression had con-
3. Missional
QUEENSLAND The hope of resurrection characterises our community and we are committed
viction. For every delay
death ask style. Me mean
to equipping
able my by in people
they. Owho
bjectfeel
Our College’s faculty are deeply convinced about the basic teachings compelled to proclaim the Gospel within our own society and beyond. We strivehe
to help students do this in a way
barton no effect played
of the Christian faith. We stand in the mainstream of a long tradition that’s relevant, real, and respectful. valley afford. Period so to
that we consider works well at explaining the world, helping us oppose we little seeing or
negotiate it in a way that brings life, hope, purpose, and productivity. 4. Honest and authentic branch. Hour had held lain
give yet.
We aim to equip people so that they can better understand We support an honest approach to theological education. Sometimes this may feel unsettling. After all, a truly
the Gospel and proclaim Christ in a way that’s real, relevant and honest approach has an explorative dimension to it, in which one cannot predict where one will end up. We feel
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compelling. Achieving this goal requires more than a schedule that this form of theological education has more to offer the Church and our society than approaches
Extremity nowwhich train
strang-
of academic lectures. Our students take part in Principal’s Hour, people in settled answers. This approach to learning does not imply that we compromise our foundational
ers contained break-beliefs,
Preaching Workshops, Ministry in Focus, Pastoral Groups, morning but it speaks of a desire to clarify and deepen our understanding of God with anfast
attitude
himof humility.
discourse addi-
teas and lunches, and mission intensives. Our activities are designed tions. S incerity collected
to build the missional capacity of students, modeling best practice 5. As a College of the Uniting Church in Australia cofeited. Up branch to
approaches to ministry and to maximise the time they spend figuring easily missed by do.
out their faith in community. Trinity College Queensland is a theological institution of the Uniting Church in Australia,
Cottagea movement that draws
out was upon
greatly
a Catholic, Reformed and Evangelical tradition. The College’s values, mission, andprevent
ethos aremessage.
governed by the vision
Trinity is approved to deliver courses of the Adelaide College of set out in the Basis of Union. Even so, our students are from a wide range of denominations or faith communities.
DR LEIGH TREVASKIS Divinity (ACD) and Flinders University as a constituent member
(PRINCIPAL AND LECTURER IN HEBREW) college of the ACD.
B I B L E . T H E O L O G Y. L I F E . B I B L E . T H E O L O G Y. L I F E .
6 THEOLOGY 2018 PROSPECTUS 7
WHY STUDY
AT TRINITY?
BECAUSE YOU’LL GRADUATE AS MISSION-READY.
FORMATION OF MISSION-READY GR ADUATES
LIFE CIRCUMSTANCES, RELATIONSHIPS AND EXPERIENCES
We don’t just offer academic inevitably ask what implications As a theological college of the Uniting and experiences. Everyone is being life, hand-in-hand with our churches
courses. We offer a combination of the object of study has for life and Church in Australia, we believe that constantly formed by these things, and communities of faith to create
educational experiences that aim to mission today. some members of the body of Christ and that formation is either taking frequent, intentional contexts where
produce mission-ready graduates. are called to exercise leadership place in an intentional or ad-hoc the Holy Spirit can act as Agent of
within the church in the covenanted manner. The formation program transformation.
By mission-ready, we have in mind role of ordained ministry. This occurs of Trinity College Queensland is
people who are well-equipped for within the broader context where designed to identify, capture and In addition to this, we want to embed
proclaiming the Gospel, whether God calls every Christian into service intentionally direct this process in the consciousness of our graduates
this be in their workplace, their in the kingdom of God. As such, our of formation towards the goal of the idea that they are being formed
local community, church, or simply College offers a comprehensive maximising the missional capacity to become agents of formation.
within their own family. We don’t formation program for all of our of all our graduates. We want to be equipping ministers
restrict the notion of proclamation students. to create and design formation
to public speaking. We’re looking to God is the primary agent of formation. programs for their churches so that
graduate people who can read the The process of student formation The task is too large and complex to the whole body of Christ might grow
times and engage authentically and occurs not only through the be entrusted to any one person or up into “the unity of the faith and of
reasonably with people who may not educational activities offered by for a single course or program to the knowledge of the Son of God, to
share our faith. We’ll help you learn our College, but through a variety adequately complete. Rather we are maturity, to the measure of the full
how to draw deeply from the Bible of life circumstances, relationships, looking for every aspect of College stature of Christ.”
and the history of Christian thought
and philosophy to meet challenges
posed by a modern understanding
of the world. In some cases, mission-
ready may simply mean that you feel
equipped to develop honest answers
to your own tough questions about
the life of faith.
You’ll find that the suite of courses
offered by our College immerse
students in the systematic study of “I chose Trinity to complete my masters of theological studies because
the Bible, theology, and practical I knew it was a place where I could go deeper into theology, history
studies that hone your skills in and literature, and have teaching staff there with the expertise to
preaching, pastoral care, and support my learning.”
managing a ministry. Our classes
will push you on an academic level, Junior Finau (Masters of Theological Studies)
but they won’t leave you feeling cold.
Ultimately, faculty and students will
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FACULTY
Dr Leigh Trevaskis Victoria Lorrimar Dr John Federick Dr Paul Hedley Jones
PhD BSc. (hons), M.Div PhD BMin (hons), MTh,
GDipEd, PhD
Principal Lecturer in Systematic Lecturer in New Lecturer in Old
Lecturer in Hebrew Theology Testament Testament & Homiletics
Leigh is the Principal of Trinity College Queensland. Victoria is originally from Perth and will commence John Frederick (Ph.D, University of St. Andrews) Paul’s interests in the Old Testament and Preaching
His research interests extend across the fields of teaching at Trinity in semester two, 2018. Victoria is Lecturer in New Testament at Trinity College developed during his undergraduate years, where
dairy science and theology. Growing up with a has taught theology, church history and science Queensland. Formally, John served as Assistant he became fascinated with the narrative texts of the
passion for farming, he enrolled in a Bachelor of and religion at Vose Seminary in Perth and the Professor of New Testament, Theology and Worship OT and wrote an honours dissertation on narrative
Agricultural Science before completing a PhD University of Oxford. Prior to training in theology in the College of Theology at Grand Canyon preaching. He has since had some wonderful
in Veterinary Science (both at the University she worked in neurodegenerative disorders research University in Phoenix, Arizona. Prior to that John opportunities to extend his learning in these fields
of Sydney). Toward the end of the latter, Leigh and the science and innovation division of the taught as an adjunct professor of New Testament at Regent College and Durham University, and is
completed a theological degree prior to Western Australian government. Her first degree at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in Boston, delighted to be teaching these subjects now at
undertaking a PhD in Old Testament under the was in science, however her interest in some of the MA. From 2011-2013 he lectured in New Testament Trinity College Queensland. Paul’s current research
supervision of Dr Gordon Wenham (University of “bigger questions” that couldn’t be addressed solely Greek at the University of St. Andrews. His book on interests include the prophets, the poetics of biblical
Bristol). His second PhD focused on the literary by science led her into theological studies and she a theology of worship entitled Worship in the Way of narrative, and postmodern homiletics.
artistry and symbolic meaning of various ritual texts continues to be interested in the intersection of the Cross was released by InterVarsity Press in April The biggest challenge for Paul in a teaching vocation
within the Book of Leviticus. Specifically, it looked at science with Christian theology and faith. 2017 and his Mohr-Siebeck WUNTII monograph is to narrow the gap between what is known and what
how Israel may have read and applied the sacrificial entitled The Ethics of the Enactment and Reception is lived. He tries to reflect this concern in his teaching
and purity texts of Leviticus. of Cruciform Love is forthcoming in early 2018. He practices by encouraging students to reflect on how
Victoria is in the final stages of a PhD at the University
is the co-editor of Galatians and Christian Theology shifts in thought are reflected in personal formation
of Oxford that explores doctrines of creation and
(Baker Academic, 2014) and a co-editor and co- and ministry practice. As he sees it, the purpose of
Leigh’s interest in theological education emerges anthropology in light of emerging technologies for
contributor to Ecclesia and Ethics: Moral Formation education is not only to inform the mind, but also to
from a lifelong desire to understand how Christian enhancing human characteristics. The discipline
and the Church (Bloomsbury/T&T Clark, 2016). John prepare a person’s character for the complexities of
faith remains a plausible, even persuasive, account of theology offers an excellent vantage point to
is currently completing editing and contributing to life.
of our world for people living in a modern context. explore all kinds of questions, and she hopes her
multi-author volumes on a theology of the internet
He particularly enjoys listening to people bring alive research will serve the broader church as it grapples
(Pickwick 2018), Spiritual Formation in the global
the literary artistry of the Old Testament. with contemporary challenges. After studying jazz piano for a couple of years in
context (IVP Academic 2019), and The Powers in
Ephesians (Wipf and Stock 2019). Melbourne, Paul became interested in theology and
completed his undergraduate degree at the Bible
College of Victoria (now MST). He then went on to
John is a musician and songwriter who served as complete a MTh at Regent College in Vancouver and
worship leader at such churches as Park Street then a Graduate Diploma in secondary education
Church in Boston. In addition to his teaching and back in Melbourne. In 2006, Paul moved to the UK
writing, John served as an ordained minister in the where he worked as a teacher for four years before
local church in Phoenix as a church planter and moving north to Durham to complete a PhD in Old
pastor. Testament under the supervision of Prof Walter
Moberly.
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FACULTY STAFF
REV NIGEL ROGERS Simon Gomersall Janet Nibbs Michelle Donaldson
BBus, BTh, GDipTh, B.Ed., M.Ed, P.G.Dip.Theol BEd, MEd BBus
GCertMin
Lecturer in Historical and
Contemporary Mission
Dean of Formation and Director of Activate (Gap Manager of Student Adminstration and
Dispersed Learning Services Online Support
Year Program)
Nigel started ministry in 2002 as the Youth and Hailing from the far south, Janet has been heading Michelle has been involved with the Church since
At heart, Simon is a missional practitioner. His
Young Adult Pastor at Mooloolaba Uniting Church. north for 25 years via Launceston, Melbourne, Coffs 2008 when she started attending Youth Group every
track record involves facilitating growth in various
He began the journey toward ordained ministry at Harbour and finally Brisbane for the last 12 years. Friday night. She has been a part of this community
ministry contexts: as a UCA youth worker, a school
Trinity College in 2005. A move to Sydney to take She enjoyed 20 years of classroom teaching, ever since. From being a youth group member to
chaplain, a university chaplain, a pastor in a
on the role of Youth and Young Adult Pastor at before studying a Master of Education (Teacher being a leader and helping kids grow in their faith,
congregation and a tertiary educator. With his wife,
Pittwater Uniting Church (PUC) led to Nigel finishing Librarianship) and commencing her second career Michelle feels at home in this community. She has
Selena (a Psychologist), he is deeply committed to
his candidature in NSW. In 2009 Nigel began his as Library Manager. Over the years Janet has been volunteered since 2009 with the Oxley-Darra Uniting
a not-for-profit called Outback Futures, innovating
first ordained placement as the Senior Minister of active in her local church, attending bible studies and Church Day Camp which encourages primary aged
the delivery of mental and allied health services
PUC. Then in 2014 Nigel accepted the call to take short courses, mentoring youth group leaders and kids to explore their faith whilst having an amazing
to remote Queensland. His primary passion is to
up the role of CEO/General Secretary in the South leading church services. Janet is passionate about time with friends.
empower and equip others to live fruitful, missional
Australian Presbytery and Synod of the Uniting lives in increasingly secular contexts. learning, and love to mentor students and assist
Church. Nigel’s passion is Christian Leadership and them in their research and studies. Her range of Having completed her first Bachelor’s degree
seeing the Church regenerated for the new season experience helps her to provide support to students in Business majoring in Marketing and Human
that God has planned. The Dean of Formation and Simon has postgraduate qualifications in education in their faith journeys and studies. Resources Michelle loves using her creative side and
Dispersed Learning role allows for this passion to be and theology from QUT and Oxford University
combining that with the theory of marketing and
exercised in ways that will contribute to the growth respectively. He is currently undertaking further
Master of Education (Teacher Librarianship); the psychology behind consumers decisions.
of the Uniting Church now and into the future. postgraduate study in historical mission practices,
particularly exploring church planting in Celtic Queensland University of Technology
Christian communities in the 5th and 6th centuries. Bachelor of Education (K-10); University of Tasmania
Nigel is passionate about life long learning. He is at Launceston
currently undertaking study in a Doctor of Ministry
course with a particular emphasis on Christian
Leadership as it emerges out of discipleship.
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TRINITY PATHWAYS
As a constituent member college of the adelaide college of divinity,
Trinity College Queensland is approved to deliver the listed courses.
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UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE APPLICATION AND ENROLMENT
COURSES
Diploma of Ministry of Christian faith living in contemporary society, whether To enrol in our classes you will need first to apply for entry into a specific course. Please visit the Courses section
this be at home, work, or in your role as a ministry agent. of our website and follow the prompts through to the application and enrolment page. Australian citizens may
The Diploma of Ministry (DipMin) is designed to equip Masters students will complete a core suite of biblical, access FEE-HELP.
you for serving in your local church or simply to satisfy theological, and Church history units before electing from
your desire to gain a better understanding of the Bible, a range of units that include Christian Ethics, Philosophy Our two-year cycle provides flexible study options for students. Core units are offered every semester with a mixture
theology, and Church history. Students will gain a foun- and Christian Thought, Homiletics, Pastoral Care, and of day and evening classes. A broad range of elective units is offered over the two-year period. Week-long intensive
dational understanding of the history of Christian Preaching. You do not need to have completed an under- units provide another option for study. There are many flexible pathways to achieve your study goals.
thought and theology, and choose from a number graduate degree in theology to enrol in the Master of
of electives related to youth and children’s ministry, Theological Studies. The Course provides a way to raise COURSE UNITS ON OFFER IN 2018
preaching, and mission. You’ll graduate with sharper your skills in theology to a level similar to those you use
skills for reading the Bible, a theological framework for in your everyday employment. And if you’ve already com-
addressing life’s difficult questions, and a toolkit for pleted an undergraduate degree in theology, complet- Semester 1 Semester 2
preaching and leading growth groups or Bible studies. ing the Master of Theological Studies will help you punch
even harder! CORE UNITS CORE UNITS
Trinity also offers a Diploma of Ministry tailored for
people who desire to work within Chaplaincy in the The course can be completed full-time over two years or Spirituality for 21st Century Disciples Introduction to Preaching
UCA. part-time over four years. A person may also elect to com-
plete a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma by com- Interpreting the Old Testament Interpreting the New Testament
The Diploma of Ministry is accredited by the Adelaide pleting four or eight of the Masters of Theological Studies
College of Divinity. The course requires one year of full- units respectively. Introduction to Christian Leadership Reading Cultures
time study, or part-time equivalent.
The Masters of Theological Studies is a course of Flinders Introduction to Christian Thought Beyond Sunday
University in association with Adelaide College of Divinity.
Bachelor of Ministry Evangelism, Conversion, and the Mission of God Introduction to Pastoral Care
The Bachelor of Ministry (BMin) offered through Trinity
College Queensland emphasises a systematic study of
the Bible and theology alongside a commitment to SECOND/THIRD YEAR TOPICS SECOND/THIRD YEAR TOPICS
offering best-practice models and methods in preach-
ing and pastoral ministry. The degree aims to gradu- Pauline Letters Evangelism, Conversion, and the Mission of God
ate people who are ready to plant new churches, revit-
alise declining congregations, or establish an effec- Israel’s Response to Exile Johannine Literature
tive mission within schools and church agencies. You’ll
leave College feeling well-resourced for a life-long Supervised Field Education God the Trinity
ministry.
The Christian Story A/ Church History A The Christian Story B/ Church History B
The Bachelor of Ministry is a course of the Adelaide
College of Divinity. It requires three years of full-time Greek (1) Greek (2)
study, or part-time equivalent.
Hebrew (1) Hebrew (2)
Postgraduate Options Church, Ministry and Sacraments From Old Testament Text to Sermon: Integrative
The Master of Theological Studies (MThs) offered by Ministry Practice
our College aims to develop your ability to engage
with challenges and questions that arise for the person Please see the College website for unit descriptions and timetables.
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2018 COURSE UNITS
Biblical Greek 1 (MINS2704/ THEO8701) Interpreting the Old Testament The CHristian Story/ Church History A is a more appropriate title. It will examine three of the
key Protestant reformers (Luther, Zwingli and Calvin)
This unit gives an introduction to the Biblical (koine) (MINS1101/ THEO1101) (MINS2318/ THEO8401) and the movements which developed around them.
Greek. Students are introduced to the grammar and The more radical end of the spectrum will also be
This unit gives an introduction to the contemporary This topic is offered as an introduction to the study
vocabulary of Koine Greek, learn to read and translate considered, along with religious changes in England,
interpretation of the Old Testament by reading it as of Christian history. Students begin by considering
some passages of the New Testament and gain an reform movements within Roman Catholicism,
a collection of diverse writings and by exploring its what ‘history’ actually is, why it is important to study
understanding of the different insights which the and the Catholic Church’s response to Protestant
varied historical, cultural and social backgrounds. it, how our understanding of the past has been
study of this ancient language can offer. challenges.
It introduces some methods used in the exegesis shaped, what sources are available, and how we can
of biblical texts, and explores some of the issues use them. Students then explore the development
of Christianity in the Roman Empire from the end of
Introduction to Christian Theology surrounding the application of the ancient writings
(MINS1304/THEO8314)
to contemporary contexts. A series of discrete but
incremental topics will be covered throughout
the New Testament period to the middle of the 5th
Century.
Theology of Jesus Christ (MINS2314/
This unit introduces students to the study of Christian the semester presenting both an overview of the THEO8307)
faith and the key doctrines. It outlines the content literature and specific study of representative This unit combines biblical, historical, doctrinal and
and method of Christian Theology and explores the sections of biblical material. The modules will include God the Trinity (MINS3335/ THEO8317) contemporary approaches to Jesus Christ and to
roles of history and Scripture and other resources in the Pentateuch, Deuteronomistic History, Prophets, In this unit participants will be involved in the salvation in Christ. It will include discussion of the
theological understandings of Christ, God, Trinity and and Psalms and may include sections from other contemporary retrieval of the theology of the theology of salvation in Christ in biblical, patristic,
Revelation, with attention to both the development writings. Trinity as a practical doctrine. The topic will involve medieval, reformation and modern theologies. It will
of Protestant Reformation theology and in light of reflection on the implications of trinitarian theology provide opportunities for students to survey biblical,
the contemporary Australian context. in the context of the issues that confront us at the historical, doctrinal and contemporary approaches
Biblical Hebrew 1 (MINS2705/ THEO8704) beginning of the 21st Century. The theology of the to Jesus Christ. It will introduce students to the quest
This unit gives an introduction to Biblical Hebrew. Trinity will be studied in three stages, its biblical for the historical Jesus, the biblical foundation for
Interpreting the New Testament Students are introduced to the Hebrew Biblical text origins, its development in the patristic and medieval Christology and developments up to and beyond
and basic Hebrew vocabulary and grammar. They eras, and its contemporary retrieval. the council of Chalcedon and allow reflection on the
(MINS1201, MINS8204) will learn to read and translate some passages of the various approaches to salvation, biblical, patristic,
Through this unit students will come to understand, Biblical text, using basic lexicographical aids. medieval, reformation and modern. It will address
appreciate, and interpret the writings of the New
Testament, by understanding the New Testament
Biblical Hebrew 2 (MINS3707/ THEO8705) the meaning of Jesus Christ for the third millennium
This unit builds on preliminary biblical Hebrew in relation to the quest for justice and liberation,
writings in their historical, cultural and social context;
and appreciating these writings as literature.
introduction to leadership (MINS1509) studies by increasing the scope of Hebrew scripture feminism, evolutionary biology, ecology and
The Introduction to Leadership unit is designed to to be translated and by a more detailed examination dialogue with other religious traditions.
Particular focus will be given to the kinds of
assist in the formation of effective Christian leaders of the structure of the language. A wider range of
communities which were responsible for the writing
for contemporary ministry and mission contexts. lexicographical aids is introduced with an increased
of the New Testament, and the cultural context
Students will explore the nature and dynamic of knowledge of grammar and syntax of the Hebrew Reading Cultures ( MINS1305/ THEO8506)
which shaped these writings and are necessary in This unit examines the issues at the interface
leadership, especially in relation to Christian ministry language.
order to arrive at a critical interpretation of the New between Australian society and ministry. It will
and mission, the value of effective leadership
Testament. enable students to see ministry and ministers within
asintegral to the mission and ministry of the church.
Topics covered may include: defining leadership; The Christian Story/ Church History B a sociological context and to develop a greater social
sensitivity about the ministry process. Three major
biblical Greek 2 (MINS3705/THEO8702) theology and leadership; leadership as influence; (MINS2321/ THEO8402) themes will be discussed: the interface between
models of Christian leadership (leader as servant,
This unit inducts students into an intermediate level In the 16th Century bitter disputes shook the sociology and ministry; the social dynamics of
shepherd, change-agent, manager); leadership
study of Biblical (koine) Greek. Grammar, syntax and Christian church in Western Europe. Calls for reform church communities; and churches interacting with
styles; leadership qualities.
idiomatic usage of the language are studied via escalated and various attempts were made to find Australian society.
the reading of more complex passages from New more authentic forms of Christianity. Some people
Testament and the Septuagint. An Introduction to embraced new ways of worshipping God while others
textual criticism is given. struggled to cope with challenges to traditional
beliefs and practices. This topic will explore what is
often called the Reformation, although Reformations
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2018 COURSE UNITS
Synoptic Gospels ( MINS2219/ THEO8202) Beyond Sunday: An Introduction to Evangelism, Conversion and Mission of may include Church in the New Testament, Historical
Development, Doctrine of Church in Recent
This unit introduces the central issues of Synoptic Faith and Work Area (MINS1603) God (MINS2320) Theology, Ministry in New Testament, Uniting church
Studies, including source, provenance and distinctive This unit is designed to assist leaders in forming developments in doctrine of ministry, Doctrine of
This unit includes Biblical and theological foundations
theologies, through critical study of one of the and developing churches and faith communities in ministry today, what is a sacrament, Sacrament
for a Christian approach to vocation, work and
Synoptic gospels (Mark, Matthew or Luke). Using a the task of evangelism. Students will examine the of Communion and Baptism, Role and Ritual in
leisure. An exploration of the application of Christian
range of exegetical methods, the topic investigates nature of Australian society and its implications for contemporary culture.
discipleship to significant issues of 21st century
the literary design of the selected gospel and its evangelism and the growth of the Church. They will
life, eg. globalisation, economic factors, influence
broader cultural and sociological context in the explore understandings of the value of evangelism
of technology. This unit also examines in-depth the
first century of the Common Era. This gospel’s as integral to the mission and ministry of the church.
key to pastoral issues in the life of the worker, eg.
contemporary missional and pastoral implications
will also be explored.
stress, anxiety, work/life balance, financial pressure, They will develop skills and practices in implementing Introduction to Preaching
workplace bullying, and development of peer-based local church evangelism. They will explore some of This unit provides an introduction to preaching from
pastoral skills in relation to these. Principles of, and the important issues around evangelism, conversion the Bible, focusing on the place of preaching within
possibilities for, leisure and rest in 21st century and the mission of God, including pluralism and the contemporary church and the development
Johannine Literature: For God so Loved Australian life. postmodernity. Content could include theologies of of basic techniques essential for beginning a
evangelism and conversion, the Australian context
the World (MINS3218/ THEO8205) in history, contemporary challenges, models and
preaching ministry. The unit introduces students to
skills that underlie an effective preaching ministry,
This unit examines a body of work within the New practices of evangelistic churches, evangelism and
Testament writings that has traditionally been Spirituality for 21st Century Disciples special events and resources for evangelism today.
including pastoral, theological and interpretive
(hermeneutical) issues. Students will gain experience
referred to as the Johannine Literature (The Gospel
according to John, the three epistles of John, and
Area: Christian Education and critiquing, constructing, and delivering sermons
the Book of Revelation). This subject examines the Discipleship (MINS1601) from an Old Testament Narrative, a Gospel, and a NT
Johannine literature using a range of methodologies, The purpose of the unit is to provide students Supervised Field Education 1 (MINS2528) Letter.
including narrative, historical, social scientific, with the ability to articulate the biblical, spiritual Supervised Field Education (SFE) includes the
liberationist and feminist criticisms. Students will be and ethical bases for Christian discipleship, to development of a learning contract with a goal
doing some detailed exegesis of particular passages, reflect on the appropriation of these in their own and learning objectives related to practical ministry
as well as becoming familiar with the narrative lives as developing leaders, and to gain a general experiences. The supervisor, who is a person
structure of the Fourth Gospel. Students will also be understanding of such issues for church members. formally accredited by the Uniting College, will
exploring some of the common themes connecting enable the student to reflect pastorally, personally
John’s gospel with the Johannine epistles, and and theologically on developing experience in
growing more familiar with the genre of apocalyptic From Old Testament Text to Sermon – ministry in relation to the learning contract, with
the development of self- awareness and character
writing.
Integrative Ministry Practice formation for ministry as an overarching goal. The
Students taking this unit will learn to integrate the goals and objectives of the learning contract shall
Israel’s Response to Exile Area: use of their hard-earned exegetical skills with the
practice of preaching from Old Testament texts. It’s
be related to the ministry development needs of the
students and the pastoral needs of the placement.
Biblical Studies (MINS2110) one thing to interpret one of these texts within its From Old Testament to Sermon: Integrative Ministry
This unit is designed to give an introduction to the literary context, it’s another to proclaim its truth Practice
Biblical responses to Israel’s experience of exile within a contemporary setting. Students will also
(587-538 BCE). It will examine books of the Bible pay attention to how different practitioners and
currently known as the Deuteronomistic History
(Joshua-II Kings), Ezra Nehemiah, I and II Chronicles
theologians proclaim the Gospel from the Old
Testament.
Church, Ministry and Sacraments
and sections of Second Isaiah. Passages for exegesis (MINS3336)
will be selected from these texts. A range of This unit is an introduction to the theological study
methodological approaches will be applied to the of the nature and mission of the Christian Church,
text, and issues surrounding the application of the Christian ministries lay and ordained, and to the
text to contemporary mission and ministry contexts celebration of the Christian sacraments. Content
will be explored.
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UNACCREDITED SHORT COURSES LAY PREACHER’S CERTIFICATE
Trinity Short Courses Academic Requirements for the Lay
Our short courses aim to develop your skills for Preacher’s Certificate
reading the Bible, whether this be for the purpose of
your personal study, preaching, leading within your Trinity College Queensland offers four short courses to
local church, or giving an account of your faith at facilitate completion of the Lay Preachers Certificate.
home or at work. The courses are designed to fulfil the academic
requirements of the Certificate, and to complement
Trinity Short Courses are designed to lead you gently additional preaching requirements within the local
into theological water where you can get your feet Presbytery and church.
wet without fear of drowning. You don’t need any If you would like to become a Lay Preacher in the
prior theological education, you just need a healthy Uniting Church, you will need to candidate through
dose of curiosity. Do you want to learn where the Bible your local congregation and Presbytery. Lay Preacher
came from and why it remains relevant today? Are you candidates then participate in a program of prescribed
interested in what makes a good sermon, or how you studies and supervised ministry under the guidance
can discover and develop your skills in leadership? and oversight of their Presbytery.
Whether you’re interested in Christian perspectives
on science, society or the arts, Trinity Short Courses COST
have something for you. $150.00 per unit (4 units). Total cost: $600
Short Courses are comprised of six-2 hour lectures,
taught fortnightly over a semester or as an intensive
in regional learning hubs. If you are unable to get to Semester 1 Semester 2
face to face lectures we can arrange for you to have
online access to course materials and lecturers. These New Testament Theology
short courses are not only offered on campus at Trinity
College, but also at various other locations. (Further Preaching Old Testament
information provided in attached pamphlet).
COST
$70/per Short Course
Application and Enrolment
To enrol in our classes please visit the courses section
of our website and follow the prompts through to the
short courses for Lay Preaching.
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TRINITY EVENTS
PRINCIPAL’S HOUR
The College community meets in the Library for Principal’s Hour on
Tuesdays. The faculty and invited guests aim to provide aspirational
models for preaching at these meetings. In addition to providing an
occasion for community prayer and music, these meetings roll into a
community meal.
Principal’s Hour is a key opportunity for members of our community to
share their challenges, discuss what they’re learning, and to support
one another.
TRINITY ORIENTATION DAY MISSION IN FOCUS
Orientation Days are designed to help your transition into theological Our weekly Mission in Focus session lets you meet and listen to an
education. It’s a great opportunity to get informed as well as meet staff inspiring array of missional leaders. Presenters include congregational
and other students you’ll be studying with. ministers, missionaries, chaplains and Christians working in secular
employment. They’ll share what it’s like in missional roles and discuss
opportunities for you to work in these contexts.
TRINITY OPEN EVENING TRINITY UNPLUGGED
These evenings provide a taste of what it’s like to study at Trinity. You These events aim to ground people in their faith by inviting academics
get to meet lecturers and current students and sample some mini- to engage with pressing questions. They’re ideal for bringing along a
lectures. You’ll be able to ask faculty and staff about our courses. We senior youth group, friends from youth group, or your growth group
are also happy to discuss flexible continuing education options for for the purpose of growing your faith.
those who are already in paid ministry.
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