Introduction to Islam & Islamic Theology 3 An introductory survey of the Islamic world and its faith, and major themes in Muslim theology and doctrine from the Qur’an to contemporary Muslim thinkers. Topics include faith, practice, the daily life and spiritual world of Muslims; the systematic character of Muslim thought; theological, historical, political, social and cultural barriers and bridges between Muslims and Christians. Critical issues like contextualization, power encounter, church multiplication, the role of women, and contemporary Islamic thought including the emergence of Islamic fundamentalism and militant Islam.
Introduction to International Development 3 Key theories, models and macro concerns in development, and historic overview of the practice of relief and development. Exploration of topics such as poverty, gender, human rights, debt, nationalism and economic development, globalization, and transformational / holistic development. Provides a broad survey of development concepts, trends, and challenges. Prerequisite to INCS 347, 433, 435. Offered in the fall. 3 This course deals with micro issues in relief and development such as sustainable agriculture, HIV / AIDS and other health issues, literacy, the environment, food security, micro- Micro Issues in Relief & Development enterprise development, gender, migration issues, internally displaced persons (IDP’s), refugee response and the role of NGO’s and faith-based organizations / agencies in working with complex humanitarian emergencies. Prerequisite: 345. 1 Field internship provides an opportunity to develop cross- cultural confidence and competence in a field environment while exploring specific geographical, cultural and career areas of interest. Preparation for field internship, 350A is taken in spring semester; and 350B, actual field experience and portfolio, are completed in fall semester. Prerequisites: 233, 322, ANTH 200, and one other INCS course. Required for all concentrations. Notes: Also available for CPLE. This course may not be taken in conjunction with a semester abroad study program. Field Internship
INCS 324
INCS 345
154
INCS 347
Popular Islam
3
INCS 325
Survey of varieties of “folk” beliefs, practices and local expressions of the less orthodox, mystical and more syncretic / animistic components of Islam. This course equips students to understand the religious experience of everyday Islam (representing 80% of Muslims) from a biblical perspective in order to contextually communicate to the felt needs of ordinary Muslims. Prerequisite: 324 or instructor’s permission. 3 A study of non-caucasian ethnic groups in America in light of their historical and socio-cultural background. Practical field experience in an ethnic community. Peoples of Ethnic America Peoples of the World 3 A study of specific cultural areas with an emphasis on customs, social structures, religion, arts, and history. May be repeated with different course content. Areas of specialty may include: • History, People & Cultures of Latin America • History, People & Cultures of Sub-Saharan Africa
INCS 350A
INCS 331
INCS 332
Field Internship
2
INCS 350B
Field internship provides an opportunity to develop crosscultural confidence and competence in a field environment while exploring specific geographical, cultural and career areas of interest. Preparation for field internship, 350A is taken in spring semester; and 350B, actual field experience and portfolio, are completed in fall semester. Prerequisites: 233, 322, Anthropology 200, and one other INCS course. Required for all concentrations. Notes: Also available for CPLE. This course may not be taken in conjunction with a semester abroad study program Short-Term Mission Leadership 3 Preparation to effectively lead a short-term mission team (STM) and program, including team training and preparation, models of STM service, spiritual and cultural issues, analysis of the STM paradigm, and assessment of STM effectiveness.
• Peoples & Cultures of China • Peoples & Cultures of India • Women in Islamic Cultures • Peoples of the Islamic World • Native Peoples of America • Peoples & Cultures of Southeast Asia.
Discipleship Multiplication
3
INCS 333
Exploration of the foundational issues related to global ministry, emphasizing church planting strategies for entering and leaving an area. A holistic approach to ministry designed to empower nationals for ministry and using teamwork with the investigation of spiritual gifts, skills and life experience. 3 A survey and analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of various church planting strategies. Emphasizing key factors which the church planter can implement in a given cross- cultural context with strategy for turning over the leadership to the local church. Prerequisites: 333 or consent of professor. Church Planting Models & Strategies Urban Church Planting Models: L.A. Excursion 3 This study moves beyond the classroom to actual urban church plants in the greater L.A. area. Visits and dialogues provide the practical ways pastors, lay people, para-church people, and missionaries prepare themselves and their congregations for intentional church planting in ethnically diverse communities. Notes: Fee: $50.
INCS 360
INCS 334
Profiles in Missionary Lives
3
INCS 371
This course utilizes the uniquely Evangelical genre of missionary biography to explore the lives and legacies of a number of important missionaries. The course will exegete their lives to more critically understand issues such as missionary call, mission formation and strategy, contextualization, field struggles, missionary family lives, and their lasting legacy. At its heart, the course is an exploration of the faithfulness of God in the lives of these individuals and the lasting impact Christ made through them. Understanding the City 3 An introductory study of the city as the center of religion, economics, politics and social life for all major cultures. Focuses on forming a professional response for ministry in the city. Frontier Missiology 3 An examination of the theology and missiology of the “frontier missions” movement and the emphasis on “unreached peoples,” including its historical background, leading proponents, anthropological conceptions, and strategic implications; the dynamics of pioneer church movements; contextualization in Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, and Tribal societies; insider movements; and other models of mission breakthrough.
INCS 338
INCS 375
World Christianity
3
INCS 342
An introduction to the contemporary worldwide Christian movement, focusing on social, cultural and missiological issues; the translatability of the gospel; and non-Western missions and religious movements.
INCS 410
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