2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Theology

  
  • THE 441 - Theology of John Calvin


    A study of the life and theology of the influential Reformation theologian John Calvin. Calvin’s thought is examined within its sixteenth century context through familiarity with his enduring work, Institutes of the Christian Religion. A portion of the class is conducted in seminar format. Either semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    THE 100

    Credits: 3
  
  • THE 442 - The Writings of Jonathan Edwards


    A study of selected writings of Jonathan Edwards. Either semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    THE 100

    Credits: 3

Youth Ministries

  
  • YTH 122 - Introduction to Youth and Family Ministry


    An overview of the history, context, and major responsibilities of the Christian youth worker. Topics include the responsibilities of the youth worker, the importance of godly character, the priority of being a good student, the history of youth ministry, and analyzing and evaluating culture texts from a biblical perspective. First semester.

    Credits: 3
  
  • YTH 221 - Philosophy of Youth and Family Ministry


    A thorough examination of a biblical strategy for youth and family ministry. The course is designed to help students understand and develop a biblically based plan for ministering to youth and their families. First semester.

    Credits: 3
  
  • YTH 222 - Effective Bible Teaching


    An examination of the principles and skills necessary to effectively communicate the Bible to youth. Opportunities are provided to develop these skills in a variety of settings. Second semester.

    Credits: 3
  
  • YTH 321 - Ministering to Families with Youth


    An examination of the family with special consideration given to effective means of ministering to both youth and parents. Included are basic counseling principles and methods that can be used by parents to disciple their teens. Second semester.

    Credits: 3
  
  • YTH 322 - Computer Technology for Youth and Family Ministry


    A course designed to acquaint the student with principles of design and to help develop the skills necessary for effective use of computer technology. The course includes a survey of design principles and instruction for using computer technology to keep records, create fliers, develop calendars, design basic websites, edit video, and produce effective visual presentations. Second semester.

    Credits: 3
  
  • YTH 351 - Principles of Sports Ministry


    A study of foundational principles of sports ministry and the strategic implementation of sports ministry in the church, community, and cross-cultural settings. The course is designed to help students to develop a biblical perspective regarding sports ministry and to explore possibilities for implementation in various ministry settings. Either semester.

    Credits: 3
  
  • YTH 421 - Organization and Administration for Youth and Family Ministry


    An overview of the basic management responsibilities of a leader in youth and family ministry. Such topics as development of lay leadership, assessment techniques, retreat planning, budget planning, promotion, and publications are discussed. First semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    YTH 221

    Credits: 3
 

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