Introduction to Worship and Music
This course helps church leaders understand the centrality of worship in the life of a person and of the church from a study of Biblical principles of personal and affective public worship. There are no prerequisite courses, and music proficiency is not necessary.
Ministry to Youth and Children
This course is an introduction on how to plan, prepare, and conduct ministry to youth and children that focuses on life-change. Students are exposed to different models, strategies, curriculum materials, and the theology necessary for effective youth ministry.
Creative Bible Teaching
This course develops the students’ Bible study and teaching skills following the hook, book, look, took method of organizing a lesson plan to teach from. Students demonstrate proficiency in all the principles taught by developing a lesson plan that they will teach to the class which will then be evaluated by themselves, their classmates, and […]
The Teaching-Learning Process
This is an in-depth study of the foundational principles at work in the teaching-learning process, along with the responsibilities that the Bible teacher has to cause learning to take place. Many common misunderstandings of teaching are exposed and replaced with Biblical models to enable greater effectiveness.
Philosophy of Christian Education
This class is an introduction to Christian Education in the context of the total ministry of the local church. Theological foundations and educational principles and practices will be studied and applied throughout the course. Learning theories and processes will be studied in relation to Biblical foundations and age characteristics.
Biblical Counseling
Biblical counseling is an important part of the pastoral ministry. In fact, the minister tends to spend a large amount of his time counseling his flock. It is necessary to identify the important aspects of pastoral counseling in order to facilitate the minister in the counseling area of his ministry. In this course, the student […]
Character in Leadership & the Family
This is a study designed to help current and future leaders understand the pivotal role of character in a person’s life. Through team teaching and biographical narratives, students are challenged to pursue development of particular Christ-like character qualities that are required for effective leadership. The second half of the course focuses on materials and methods […]
Christian Marriage
This course is designed to present the Biblical view of marriage, as well as show its importance as a basic unit for society and the church. Attention is given to the fact that it is a sacred covenant of God. Differences between men and women are explored, along with the responsibilities of both the husband […]
Struggle in Spiritual Growth
This course is a study of the basic principles of the spiritual life, and of the practices that help in the individual to spiritually mature. The focus is on unity with Christ and how this unity leads and empowers God’s people to grow spiritually. This course also deals with the necessary practices needed to develop […]
Personal Discovery and Calling
This is a study focused on helping students understand and articulate their talents, gifts, and God’s call on their lives. The students will also begin to write their personal statement of faith and goals for their life and personal ministry. This course is required for all students in their first year of study so that […]
