1.

What do you think caused the shift of paradigm from an ecclesio-centric view of mission to a
theocentric one? As a student, how should you react to changes happening inside (personal) and outside
(societal) you?
The Church's position prompted new ways of thinking about mission, one of which is known
among missiologists today as the eccleo-centric view. This means "Church-centered," and this type of
mission emphasizes the concept that mission is the Church's responsibility. Theocentric view of
mission, on the other hand, literally means "God-centered," and it is Christ's mission.
Since the root of the Church's mission has always been God's work in redeeming all human
beings, including the rest of creation, this paradigm shift from eccleocentric to theocentric perspective
of mission has occurred. Like our endeavor to assist or reach out to individuals of various races and
cultures. Because God invites everyone to Himself, and we respect that call when our loving
connection with Him influences our relationships with others. Furthermore, as Christians, we see the
person and ministry of Jesus as the epitome of God's redemptive mission. As a result, living our
mission necessitates a reliance on the Holy Spirit rather than the Church for guidance. So because
Church does not own the mission, it must always discern the will of God in the community in every
situation. As the Gospel states, the Church must “read the signs of the times,” which means that the
Church must comprehend the circumstances and respond appropriately, ensuring that the mission
remains Christ-centered. As a result, while presenting the Gospel, our objective is to lead people to God
rather than to a certain church or denomination.
As a student in the 21st century, we are already aware of and resistant to change, and this type of
change will not be unfamiliar to us because we live in a rapidly changing culture where change is
unavoidable. My response to the changes taking place both within (personal) and outside (societal) of me
would be acceptance and support. Acknowledgement is important because we might get so caught up in
resisting change that we forget to cope with it. Denial is a strong force that shields us in a variety of ways,
as they say, "Ignorance is bliss." Taking a step back and telling yourself, "Things are changing, and that's
okay," is less stressful than putting off the changes, whether they're personal or social. Support, on the
other hand, is necessary since no one can get through life alone. It's OK to ask for help; it shows that you
understand yourself well enough to recognize that you require support. Consider some of your most
dependable friends or family members. They'll probably be delighted to assist you if you need it or if you
just need some alone time. Perhaps a neighbor has previously asked you for assistance; now is the time to
ask them for assistance. As a result, the phrase "knowledge is power" relates to these changes; being
informed is a huge thing we may learn and progress in today's environment. Furthermore, these changes
might convey the impression that the spirit is present in us (on the inside) and in our communities
(outside).

2. The Church believes that “action on behalf of justice and participation in the transformation
of the world fully appear … as a constitutive dimension of the preaching of the gospel.” (cf.
Justicia in Mundo, statement of the Synod of Bishops, 1971). In reference to our lesson on
Mission, provide TWO specific and concrete scenarios whereby the highlighted statement
may be realized. Provide an actual example for each scenario to elucidate your point.
The most important aspects of Christian as a missionary, as well as each of us who, as
a society, are we should be concerned about the wellbeing of others. Having that constitutive
component, therefore, is having the ability to establish or give ordered reality to anything in
terms of Gospel preaching. The following are two examples:
A. The missionary is not to be burdened by material possessions.
-It is so simple to become engrossed in the things of this world. If we are not cautious,
our worldly possessions might distort our perspective. Instead than assisting us in becoming
more accessible, they have the potential to enslave us. For example, owing to our elected inept
leaders, this pandemic has caused us so much harm that we no longer see a future. We have
already experienced the loss of life, the closure of businesses, and other consequences as a
result of a lack of appropriate and solid preparations. Despite this, we remain fixated on the
notion that the leaders we elect will continue to fight for us in the face of a pandemic. My
argument is that in the upcoming election, we should not be distracted by the material items that
politicians would most likely use to purchase our votes. Our job is to safeguard the Lord's
people and land, and we must guard it with all of our strength in order to avoid losing it. We
must not allow those so-called leaders to gain control of a part of our lives because, as
Christians, we must not be distracted or dwell on little matters when greater or more important
matters demand our attention. Consider the times when we were preoccupied with the less
essential things while ignoring the more important ones. We reap what we sow, as they say,
therefore we must not prioritize our desire for worldly goods since our purpose is to focus on our
work, which may also contribute to us proclaiming the Gospel by reaching out to His people.

B. The missionary should not work for the sake of getting something out of it.
- It is a huge duty to having heard God's message. People will be assessed based on
what they have had the opportunity to learn. It is a luxury to know something. It is also, as is
commonly stated, a power. However, knowledge is a duty as well as a source of privilege and
power. We do not fulfill our responsibilities if we know the truth and do not speak up, even if it
means allowing lies to rule. This is a true problem for us today, as we turn a blind eye to the
candidates' wrongdoings since it is election season again. We do things for the sake of ease
and comfort at times. We always put our interest in anything only to gain something out of it,
and we forget about the consequences it may have in the future. Another issue is that this is a
difficulty for us, the younger generations, because we are already part of the so-called
"expanding culture of technology," in which our life revolves around the internet, where
misleading information and news may spread fast. This occurs as a result of our greed and
ignorance in order to obtain what we want, such as self-satisfaction, joy, and accomplishment,
all of which are wicked schemes and are not our actual goal as Christians. Because we already
know that the truth is a key element of the missionary and human in us, our actual mission is to
speak and defend it. The Gospels exhort us to stand by truth and virtue no matter what the cost.
It isn't easy, but that is our calling as missionaries.

3. The Old Testament refers to Incarnation as God “pitching his tent among his people”
(Exodus 40: 34-38) in order that people will live full lives (John 10:10). In what ways did
Jesus, the Incarnate Word, “pitch tent” among his people? How does it inspire you to do the
same? *
He continues to reach out in love for creation and renews it through Jesus, the
Incarnate Word. He has taught us the methods of life, the ways of relating to ourselves and
others, and indeed to all of creation, that can lead to our world's regeneration.
 By preaching about the doctrine of the incarnation, Jesus, the Incarnate Word, pitches
a tent among his people. “The Word became flesh and blood, and moved into the
neighborhood,” as Eugene Peterson puts it. God pitched his tent with His people in the desert,
and God tents his tent with us in Christ. He came beside us, up close and personal, and
because pitching with others is a sign of intimacy, solidarity, or oneness, He revealed Himself
to us. He immerses Himself in people's very real situations, and He continues to reach out in
love to the entire creation, renewing it.
What motivates me to do the same? My responsibility as a nursing student would be to
look after my future patients. As a result, I must focus on reaching them and immersing myself
in the real-life problems of my prospective patients. Because, like Jesus, He demonstrated
that human beings are capable of self-sacrifice, true compassion, and the courage to strive for
justice and peace in the face of adversity. This motivates me to do more and be more,
especially in showing solidarity with His people without discrimination, since we must see and
care for the ill and marginalized in our lives and ministries, bringing healing and hope to the
sick and those who are afflicted in whatever manner. And I thought that by “pitching his tent
among his people,” which also alludes to God, we must embody, or be like Christ, as they put
it, in order for people to live their complete lives.