A major emphasis is placed on analyzing the student s own congregation in light of growth principles. Examines the connection between a philosophy of ministry and church growth. Examines the need for and basic principles of church planting.
Emphasis is placed upon using appropriate strategies to reach particular target groups.
Students are assisted in evaluating their possible role in church planting. Explores the various phases of church growth and reproduction, church planting models, team development, community analysis, and strategies for new church evangelism. Special attention is given to assimilation of new members, preparing for and launching public worship, mobilizing people into gift- based ministry and new church advertising. Discusses the spiritual life, self-understanding and professional development of the pastor as a leader. A major position paper with case studies on the subject of church discipline is required.