The course will deal with a strategy for working with youth and adults as related to the ministry of Christian education. An advanced study of the basic educational theory and Christian doctrinal content involved in the Christian educational process. Investigation of Jesus' methods of training His disciples as applied to the church today. Designed to help the Christian education leader to encourage and nurture the Christian commitment. This course seeks to integrate biblical principles with the theoretical background and practical experience in group dynamics in the church.
Emphasis is placed on Bible study and ministry within a relational model of the group.
Leadership strategies in starting, facilitating and completing group functions associated with both the tasks and the group processes will be included. This course will study the characteristics of young people, objectives and methods of Christian education of youth, including ways of relating to youth, recreation, discipleship and service. In this course an in-depth consideration will be given to specialized areas within the discipline of Christian education. These areas will be defined as specific topics in consultation with the ADC Curriculum Committee.