Personal and Spiritual Formation for Christian Ministry

PC076
AQF Level
AQF Level 6/7/8/9
Mode
Daytime
Field of Study
Preaching/Pastoral Ministry
Semester
Semester 1, 2026
Days
Wednesday
Start Date
4 February 2026

Description

Powerful cultural forces seek to form our desires and choices. A pivotal biblical text insists, “Do not be conformed … be transformed”. How are we formed? Counter-formed? Transformed … for faithful living, godly ministry, wise leadership?

This unit delves into formational practices for disciples of Christ who long to make a difference in churches, workplaces, and families. We will explore human identity, self-care, conflict, power dynamics, stress, burnout, spiritual warfare, addictive patterns, complex relationships, and so much more.

Lecturers

Kirk Patston, Director of the SMBC Centre for Preaching and Pastoral Ministry, Lecturer in Old Testament and Practical - smiling professional headshotTheology
Rev Dr Kirk Patston Director of the Centre for Preaching and Pastoral Ministry, Lecturer in Old Testament and Practical Theology Learn more
Jasmine Lee, SMBC Lecturer in Christianity in History and Practical Theology - smiling professional headshot
Jasmine Lee Lecturer in Christianity in History and Practical Theology; Learning Support Learn more

Key Unit Information

Course Codes:
APC076 (Level Audit)PC076-612 (Level 6)PC076-712 (Level 7)PC076-812 (Level 8)PC206-912 (Level 9)
Enrol by Start Date:
4 February 2026
Location:
Roberts-Dale Campus, 150 Croydon Avenue, Croydon Park 2133

Dates & Times

Dates
February
4, 11, 18
March
4, 11, 18
April
22, 29
May
6, 20, 27
June
3
Exam Period
15 – 19 June
Times
Wednesdays
2:20pm–3:10pm + 3:15pm–4:05pm + 4:10pm–5:00pm

Levels, Credit Points & Costs


* Please note that unit costs are higher for international students holding a student visa. See our Overseas Students page for more information.

Prerequistes

PC206-912
48 level 8 credit points including 24 PC credit points

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