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lifestyle and methods of intervention. The ultimate goal is to provide active care-giving while trusting God and His eternal purposes to
cause the missionary to flourish in the home, as well as, in ministry. (3)
CNC 9740
Organizational Missionary Care Services
In this course you will examine the operational structure and needs of providing member care within a missions organization. Emphasis
will be given to organizational procedures, policy creation, and the role of the caregiver within the operational structure to ensure health
in the missionary and the mission agency. (3)
CNC 9950
Doctoral Studies in Ministry Care
A faculty member will direct your study as you participate in a seminar or pursue research in an area of special interest. (1-3)
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MSD 1120
Evangelism and Discipleship
In this introductory course you will begin to analyze and put into practice the biblical theology of sharing the good news of Jesus,
principles and practices of relationship building in various cultural settings, personal and corporate evangelism techniques, and basic
topics for initial follow-up with new believers. You will develop good news strategies appropriate for interacting with children, youth, and
adults from various cultural backgrounds. (3)
MSD 2230
Communicating G d’s Word
This class offers foundational principles and skills training that will enable Bible majors to communicate God’s Word in a variety of
settings. You will discuss strategies for creating a hospitable learning environment, practice inductive Bible study methods that enhance
preparation, and discover how to formulate Bible study objectives and how to organize material in a clear, easy-to-follow format for
presentation. You will practice writing sound Bible discussion questions, identify various learning styles, explore ways to enhance learner
application, and receive encouraging perspectives from Scripture on the ministry of teaching. The course includes an experiential
component: You will lead a small group Bible discussion in class and teach once in an off-campus venue. (3)
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MIN 5002
International Student Teaching
This course will enable you to experience education in a cross-cultural environment. You will observe schools and teachers, study
national curricula materials, and interact with other national educational personnel and students. You will teach core subjects and the
Bible in church-related and government schools and receive pre-service orientation, on-site orientation, field supervision and post-field
experience, including debriefing and evaluation. (3)
MIN 5025
New Paradigms for Youth, Family and Culture
In this course you will explore the ways in which different paradigms of ministry affect youth, families, and culture. What does it mean to
be family-based in youth ministry? What is the role of the family in the church? How does Christianity affect culture? What is the role of
the church today and in the future? How does culture play a part in the shaping process? What will youth ministry look like in the future?
What implications for the future arise from the phenomenon of the “emerging church?” (3)
MIN 5030
Advanc d Youth Communication
This course is designed for individuals who intend to focus on vocational communication (pastor, youth leader, itinerant speaker,
evangelist, and teacher). You will explore the crucial elements of effective communication, including how to understand learning and
teaching styles and how to connect with a variety of audiences and sizes. You will explore keys for personal and spiritual preparation,
places to find illustrations, ways to connect God’s Word with students, uses of humor, and the place of timing and speed in communication.
You will grow in your understanding of hindrances to effective communication, techniques for body language and the ways the Father,
Son, and Holy Spirit work in the process of transforming people. (3)
Prerequisite: a public sp aking or preaching course
MIN 5033
Mobilizing Youth – Mission Study Trip
You will study the principles and strategies in designing and leading a short-term overseas trip. Emphasis will be placed on personal
spiritual preparation and cultural sensitivity in spreading the gospel. This course is offered in a missions trip format. (3)
MIN 5110
Issues in Contemporary Youth Culture
In this course, you will engage in an in-depth look inside today’s youth culture. You will examine the questions they ask about such topics
as parents, self-image, friendships, peer pressure, music, love, sex, dating, abuse, drugs, and teen violence. You will give special attention to
addressing these issues from a biblical perspective and equipping students to speak, teach, and counsel youth and families about their felt
needs. (3)
MIN 5120
Intro-Youth/Family Ministry
This course provides you with a theological, sociological, philosophical, and historical overview of ministry to adolescents and their
families. You will study current models and philosophies of youth ministry and explore theories of adolescent development, as well as a
variety of issues impacting youth culture today. (3)
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