The Course
provides an understanding of the historic development, evolution and expansion
of chaplaincy in scope and applications. The different tasks of chaplaincy in various settings (e.g.
educational institutions, military, prisons, health care, etc.) will be explored
with emphasis placed on the understanding the spiritual needs of clients in each
setting. Furthermore, assessing the institutional strengths and limitations in
various settings and how to effectively serve in the unique setting each kind of
institution presents will be introduced.
The
role of chaplains in serving the needs of populations that are culturally and/
or religiously different will be included in order to enable chaplains to
effectively function in multi-faith settings and serve diverse populations.
Required Textbooks:
- Opata,
J. (2001). Spiritual and Religious Diversity in Prisons: Focusing on how
Chaplaincy Assists in Prison Management. Thomas Charles Publisher, Limited.
- Cherry,
C., Deberg, B. & Porterfield, A. (2003). Religion on Campus. The
University of North Carolina Press.
- Bowman,
G. (1998). Dying, Grieving, Faith and Family. A Pastoral Care Approach. The
Haworth Press, Incorporated.
- Kirkwood,
N. (1999). A Hospital Handbook on Multiculturalism and Religion: Practical
Guidelines for Health Care Workers. Morehouse
Publishing.
Other
handouts and reading materials will be distributed and/or assigned.
Course
Requirements:
1.
Regular attendance and active participation.
In addition to physical presence in class during all times of
instruction, participation must include initiating and responding to
classroom’s discussions. This component is worth 20% of the grade.
Unexcused absences are
not allowed.
2.
Final take-home exam (40% total).
3.
One research paper of at least five pages (30%). Before you begin the
research and develop a topic, submit a proposal for my approval.
4.
A daily journal in which you’ll write commentary and analysis on
both the readings and your experience in the class (10%).
I expect you to be as analytical and critical as possible. The journals
are due every day for the previous day.
Extremely
Important:
- All
assignments are to be typed or printed and handed in on time. Assignments
must include references where appropriate and bibliographies.
It is expected that you will proofread all your work before
submitting it.
- Required
readings for the day must be done in advance and prior to the day in
which it is listed.
- Food,
cell phones and beepers are prohibited during class.
Essential and needed drinks (e.g. coffee, soda, juice and other
non-alcoholic beverages) are allowed provided they do not violate the
college or facility rules or interfere with the educational process.
Syllabus:
Day one (January 10, 2005)
1.
Introduction and Organization.
2.
Chaplaincy: History, definition, role, scope of services, current trends
and future outlook.
3.
Qualifications for the effective chaplain.
4.
Students’ experience.
Day two (January 11, 2005)
- Chaplaincy
in prison and the Military.
- Conflict
of loyalties.
- Diversity
in prison.
Readings for the day:
1. Opata, J. (2001). Spiritually and Religious Diversity in Prisons:
Focusing on how Chaplaincy Assists in Prison Management.
Day three (January 12,
2005)
1. Faith in health care.
2. Pastoral care\counseling.
Readings for the day:
1. Bowman, G. (1998). Dying, Grieving, Faith and Family. A Pastoral Care
Approach.
2. Kirkwood, N. (1999). A Hospital Handbook on Multiculturalism and
Religion: Practical Guidelines for Health Care Workers.
Day Four (January 13, 2005)
1.
Religion on campus.
2.
Cults and cult-like groups.
Readings for the day:
1.
Cherry, C., Deberg, B. and Porterfield, A. (2003). Religion on Campus.
Day Five (January 14, 2005)
1.
Catching up
2.
Institutional matters.
3.
Diversity in chaplaincy.
4.
Final Exam
5.
Evaluation of the course
6.
Conclusion.
Guest
Speakers:
Guest
speakers representing several faith denominations will be invited to speak to
class about:
1.
Their experience as representative of their faith.
2.
Their experience with the settings of their institutions.
3.
Their experience with diversity.
Films:
1.
Crime & Punishment (5/ 45 minutes each).
2.
World’s apart (a four-part series on cross-cultural healthcare.
Time for
the guest speakers and the films will be incorporated to class days based on
availability.
