SMC6-5: Communication in Postmodern Cultures
Proclaming the Message in Western Contexts
An overview of Biblical proclamation and issues surrounding communication in the Postmodern society. Presenter will discuss the emhasis, organization, and method of communication styles in conjunction with learning styles and recent trends and changes in society. The creative role of the missional artisan to reveal redemption through the arts will be a highlight of discussion.
Workshop Objectives
What you will learn in this workshop
1. To understand Biblical concepts related to proclamation.
2. Gain a better understanding of communication trends in Modern vs Postmodern Western cultures.
3. Become aware of the emergence of secondary orality in Postmodern cultures.
4. Learn about the oral nature of the gospels and gospel proclamation.
5. Become familiar with the attitudes of proclamation and communication processes.
Workshop Outline
1. What is Biblical Proclamation?
2. Issues in Postmodern Culture
3. Influence of the Movement from Orality to Textuality
4. Consequences of an Entrenched Literacy
5. Emergence of Secondary Orality in Postmodern Cultures
6. Secondary Orality
7. The Gospel & Oral Culture: Performing Apostolic Proclamation
8. The Missional Artisan