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Practical Theology is the application of theological studies and church doctrine seen through the lens of Scripture, Tradition and Reason.  Practical Theology speaks to all aspects of life and in particular the everyday reality of Christian Discipleship, Worship and MinistryTherefore, Practical Theology is a broad discipline that includes, but is not limited to, Evangelism, Discipleship, Homiletics, Sacramental Life, Leadership Development, Pastoral Care, Office and Work of the Episcopate, Presbyterate and Diaconate and Church Administration. 
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ACNA Constitution and Canons Title III.4.2 lists "Practical Theology" as the 8th subject of examination required for all persons seeking ordination as Presbyter. This subject is defined as, “The office and work of a Presbyter; the conduct of public worship; principles of sermon composition and delivery; principles and methods of Christian education in the parish; Constitution and Canons of this Church and the Diocese to which the candidate belongs; and the use of the voice in reading and speaking”.
 
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In simple terms Practical Theology is the application of our Faith in every aspect of our personal and corporate life. It is the reflection of Jesus Christ and his love to a broken world.
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Practical Theology, sometimes called Pastoral Theology, encompasses both the theological reflection on practical ministry and the application of theology to the practical needs of people in the church. It therefore encompasses, but is not limited to, the following areas:
  
 
==Recommended Reading==
 
==Recommended Reading==
Between Two Worlds (John R.W. Stott)
 
 
Biblical Preaching (Haddon W. Robinson)
 
 
Lead On (John Haggai)
 
  
7 Practices of Effective Ministry (Andy Stanley)
 
  
==Resources==
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==Resources for Further Study==
  
 
==Areas of [[Practical Theology]]==
 
==Areas of [[Practical Theology]]==

Revision as of 19:16, 26 May 2019

ACNA Constitution and Canons Title III.4.2 lists "Practical Theology" as the 8th subject of examination required for all persons seeking ordination as Presbyter. This subject is defined as, “The office and work of a Presbyter; the conduct of public worship; principles of sermon composition and delivery; principles and methods of Christian education in the parish; Constitution and Canons of this Church and the Diocese to which the candidate belongs; and the use of the voice in reading and speaking”.

Practical Theology, sometimes called Pastoral Theology, encompasses both the theological reflection on practical ministry and the application of theology to the practical needs of people in the church. It therefore encompasses, but is not limited to, the following areas:

Recommended Reading

Resources for Further Study

Areas of Practical Theology

  1. Evangelism
  2. Discipleship
  3. Homiletics
  4. Sacramental Life
  5. Leadership Development
  6. Pastoral Care
  7. Office & Work of the Episcopate, Presbyterate & Diaconate
  8. Church Administration
  9. Constitution & Canons of the ACNA & Diocese of the Candidate

Canonical Areas