A study of the theology and practice of the organization, administration, and supervision of the total church ministry, with special emphasis on the roles of pastors and deacons. A study of various ministries of a special nature, including ministry in hospitals, city missions, camps, and retreats, and ministry to ethnic groups, senior citizens, women, inner city groups, and the handicapped. A study of the Gospels accounts of Jesus teaching ministry. Systematically attempts to draw from them an upper-level pedagogy that the student can use. A student may conduct individual study in the field of pastoral theology, upon approval by the program director.
Study is pursued under supervision.
A paper, an accounting of time, and a reading report with complete bibliography are required. A student may conduct individual study in the field of preaching upon approval of the program director. The biblical basis for counseling, ways to use the Scriptures in one s counseling ministry, and specific counseling issues will be considered. A continuation of biblical counseling principles and specific counseling issues will be considered. A study designed to help a person think through the biblical teaching about a church s educational ministry, develop plans for a comprehensive educational program, and effectively lead such a program.