Details for HIS172 Church History Foundations

Embark on a captivating journey through Church History Foundations, exploring the beginnings of the global church, from its inception to the present day. Dive into significant events and influential stakeholders, examining the impact of Christianity across diverse cultural landscapes. Gain insights into the historical and contextual influences of the Church within local communities.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: HIS172
• Credit points: 10

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Prerequisite

This unit has no pre-requisites.

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Acquire a general knowledge of the history of the global church from the end of the first century through to today
2. Discuss significant events and people in church history;
3. Recognise the impact the Christian story as it has been lived out in cross cultural contexts
4. Explain the historical and contextual influences of the Church in a local community;
5. Identify the importance of past foundations and future directions of the church;

Subject Content

1. Why Study Church History?
2. Early Church
3. Constantine and Fall of Rome
4. Monasticism, Mysticism and Spirituality
5. Eastern Orthodox Church
6. Rise of Islam
7. Crusades and Renaissance
8. Reformation Challenges and Conflict
9. Age of Reason and Revival
10. World Missions
11. Pentecostal and Charismatic Movements
12. Global Church
13. Church Today and Tomorrow

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face to face (extensive)
• Face to face (intensive)
• E-learning (online)

Please check the timetable to see when this subject will next be offered at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

1. Weekly Quizzes (25%)
2. Major Essay (50%)
3. Documentary Analysis or Field Assignment Report (25%)

Prescribed Text

Primary Readings provided.