Course Catalogue

Resourcing Congregational Ministry TRS5106

  • Academic Session: 2026-27
  • School: School of Critical Studies
  • Credits: 20
  • Level: Level 5 (SCQF level 11)
  • Typically Offered: Either Semester 1 or Semester 2
  • Available to Visiting Students: No
  • Collaborative Online International Learning: No
  • Curriculum For Life: No

Short Description

This course explores key processes and perspectives involved in the leading and resourcing of churches amidst complexity and change. Drawing on the disciplines of congregational and organisational studies, theology, and best practice from a range of church and not-for-profit settings, students will develop interpretive, relational and implemental perspectives for leading local church communities.

Timetable

4 x 5hr seminars as scheduled on MyCampus

Requirements of Entry

Standard entry to Masters at College level

Excluded Courses

None

Co-requisites

None

Assessment

The standard assessments for this course are: 

■ 2000-word portfolio (40%) 

■ 3000-word research project (60%) 

 

If required, for instance where a disability prevents a student from undertaking a specific method of assessment, the following alternatives are available: 

■ There are no alternatives to the assessments, but flexible deadlines can be offered as reasonable adjustment (Students should follow the usual process for extensions). 

 

Further reasonable adjustments may be provided where necessary. Students are encouraged to consult with the course convenor.  

Course Aims

This course aims to:

■ Examine and evaluate concepts and theories in congregational and organisational studies for interpreting church contexts.

■ Critically review practices and approaches relating to group dynamics, leadership styles and strengths, and conflict. 

■ Enable theological interrogation of congregational identity and purpose amidst changing societal conditions

■ Equip students to reflect on their leadership role and tasks in the circumstances of congregational ministry and mission.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ Undertake congregational appraisal within their own ministry and mission setting.

■ Identify missional and organisational objectives in congregational contexts.

■ Assess the congregation's readiness for negotiating changes in culture and practice.

■ Critically reflect on their own leadership role, style and interactions with others.

Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits

No exceptions