Calendar for the 2009 class
For 2009 we will follow the pattern of recent years of 3 modules of 5 topics each with an assignment to be completed at the end of each module.
Dates for the submission of each assignment to be discussed with the Tutor.
Welcome and Introductions
Module One: Foundations. 17 May to 20 June
Lesson 1: The Celtic and Medieval Backgrounds
Lesson 2: The Reformation to 1564
Lesson 3: The Reformation to 1622
Lesson 4: Confessions and Covenants
Lesson 5: What is Presbyterianism?
Assignment 1: Due date 5 July
Module Two: Towards a Global Church. 5 July to 8 August
Lesson 6: Revival and Party 1690 to 1796
Lesson 7: Renewal and Disruption 1796 to 1843
Lesson 8: Merchants, Migrants, Missionaries
Lesson 9: Presbyterians in New Zealand to 1901
Lesson 10: Presbyterians in New Zealand to 2000
Assignment 2: Due date 23 August
Module Three: Diversity and Renewal. 23 August to 26 September
Lesson 11: Leadership for ministry and mission
Lesson 12: Sacraments and Ceremonies
Lesson 13: Worship: Word and Song across cultures and generations
Lesson 14: Community, change, controversy and mission
Lesson 15: Theology and mission into a new era
Assignment 3: Due date 18 October.