Word and Sacrament – Re-Presenting the Care of Christ
Prerequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3
This course offers a comprehensive theological and practical examination of how the ministry of Word and Sacrament serves as the central means by which pastors re-present the pastoral care of Christ to His people. Students will delve into the Lutheran understanding of the Word proclaimed and the Sacraments of Holy Baptism, Holy Absolution, and the Lord’s Supper as primary instruments of God’s grace, forgiveness, and healing. The course emphasizes not only the theological significance of these means of grace but also their thoughtful and pastorally sensitive application in diverse ministry contexts to nurture the spiritual lives of congregants.