Emphasis is given to methods of designing corporate worship services that are meaningful and relevant to the contemporary church. The practical application of specific models is covered. A practical study in the art and science of sermon preparation, giving specific attention to sermon components, sermon delivery, and multiple sermon structures, including deductive and inductive variations. Students observe and develop sermon skills that serve as a basis for ministry in today's culture. PR 6090 Exegesis and Preaching A study of the integration of accurate biblical exegesis and methodology of effective sermon construction and preaching delivery.
Special attention is given to important themes and techniques.
Covers such topics as working within a ministry team, nurturing volunteers in ministry, long-range planning, development of natural talents. A variety of interactive methods are employed. Emphasis is given to an understanding of teenage behavior and the development of effective ministry responses. Also reviewed are ministry options for developing a relationship with the family, programs to foster family enrichment and support, methods for involving parents in youth ministry, and approaches to family crisis intervention. A survey of family wellness literature related to strengthening adolescent family life is included.