Description & Rationale

The premise each of the competencies in this module is that the fivefold functions of Ephesians are still to be expressed in the Body of Christ today and that the Church is best served if they are functioning in balance on ministry teams. This competency will lay a biblical foundation and historical context of these gifts as functions, based on a Christological framework. In addition, the theology of servant leadership and how this influences the exercise of these gifts will be discussed. This will be foundational for the other two competencies in this module.

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Syllabus: 6.10 Fivefold Functions

6.11 Syllabus

Description and Rationale

The premise each of the competencies in this module is that the fivefold functions of Ephesians are still to be expressed in the Body of Christ today and that the Church is best served if they are functioning in balance on ministry teams. This competency will lay a biblical foundation and historical context of these gifts as functions, based on a Christological framework. In addition, the theology of servant leadership and how this influences the exercise of these gifts will be discussed. This will be foundational for the other two competencies in this module.

Objectives

Upon completion of this Competency the candidate should:

• Gain a better conceptual knowledge of the historic context of how the fivefold gifts have been viewed and review a theology of servant leadership and true authority in the Body of Christ
• Have a great understanding of the biblical text of Ephesians 4, having completed an in depth study of the context and application of the fivefold gifts from a fresh perspective.
• Have an accountability partner or mentor who can provide feedback from their own experience and understanding of the fivefold functions in the Church.

Core Requirements

• The candidate will complete the following readings:

The Fivefold Ministry, Chapter 1, Jeske, pp. 1-20.

• The candidate will complete the Comprehensive Assessment and be prepared to discuss their responses with their mentor.
• The candidate will also complete a 2-3 page reflective summary paper.

Mentoring Goals

• To help the candidate better understand the importance the Fivefold approach to ministry life and leadership that is based on a servanthood model.

• Assist the candidate in looking at Eph. 4 in a fresh, new way that is informed more by the text and New Testament practice than church tradition.
• Using the Candidate Evaluation and other resources provided, the mentor will design a development plan for the candidate in order to achieve competency in this area.

Candidate Evaluation

• The candidate will be evaluated as to their level of development in this competency (Undeveloped, Developed, or Proficient). Using the chart provided, the mentor will facilitate a discussion regarding how the candidate can increase their organizational cultural awareness.

Development Plan

• Based upon the Candidate Evaluation, an appropriate development plan will be designed to help the candidate grow in identify and change organizational culture.
• This will include further work from the core readings, additional comprehensive learning, supplemental assignments, and various practicums.