Research Seminar I 1-2 In-depth investigation of a topic under the guidance of the Christian Ministry & Leadership department using standard research procedures. Topic selection and course enrollment is by department approval. Notes: Elective. 1-2 In-depth investigation of a topic under the guidance of the Christian Ministry & Leadership department using standard research procedures. Topic selection and course enrollment is by department approval. Notes: Elective. Research Seminar II
Issues & Ethics in Ministry 2 A study of the ethical issues unique to the pastor, his family and the congregation. An examination of theological and psychological aspects of pastoral care, including ethical issues, networking with other health care professionals, management of the practice of church discipline, and equipping of the laity for pastoral care ministries. Notes: Required of M.Div. and M.A.C.M.L. (Pastoral Care & Counseling) students. 3 A great deal of scripture was written in narrative format. This course will equip students to properly interpret the story portions of the Old and New Testament, and assist them in preaching this literature with new confidence and power. Prerequisite: TTPT 609. Notes: Elective. Preaching Narrative Literature Preaching the Wisdom & Poetic Literature of the Old Testament 3 A genre sensitive approach to interpreting and communicating the books of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon, with the goal of equipping the student to capture the insights and spiritual impact of this literature. Prerequisite: TTPT 609. Notes: Elective.
TTPT 717
TTPT 740
319
TTPT 718
TTPT 741
Small Group Discipleship
3
TTPT 722
An examination of the role of small groups in the local church for developing biblical community. Emphasis is placed on understanding interpersonal relationships, character development and skills for organizing and leading a small group ministry. Notes: Elective. Required of M.Div. (Evangelism & Discipleship) students. 3 Intended as a capstone seminar, this course will summarize and apply the primary lessons learned throughout the program in Jewish Studies. The integration of learning in this course is designed to better equip those entering or continuing in the field of Messianic Jewish ministry. Students will be expected Integration in Jewish Studies to share the findings of their thesis research and/or field education with a view toward refinement and development of further investigation. 3 A comparison of positive and negative family systems in Scripture, in theory and in church life. The development of a team approach to intervention, enrichment and equipping for ministry to families. When Offered: Spring. Prerequisites: TTPT 628, 706, 707 or their equivalents. Notes: Required of M.Div. (Pastoral Care & Counseling) and M.A.C.M.L. (Pastoral Care & Counseling) students. Counseling Troubled Families Creative Preaching 2 An exploration of innovative ways to proclaim God’s Word, such as dramatic narrative, voice-over, audience participation, interview format, and video integration. This course will equip the student to creatively communicate the Bible with cultural relevance and scriptural fidelity. Prerequisite: TTPT 609. Notes: Elective. 3 Study and practice of mentoring in the context of ministry and preparation for ministry. Students will be exposed to mentoring in a variety of contexts and distill the most important Mentoring in Ministry processes of mentoring for ministry. The major proportion of the course will put students into the practice of mentoring where mentoring processes can be experienced first hand. Notes: Elective. By signature only.
TTPT 742
TTPT 723
Preaching to the Post-Modern Mind
3
TTPT 743
This course will explore how the increasingly influential postmodern worldview impacts the preaching event. The class will give the modern preacher the homiletical tools necessary to function effectively in this intellectual environment. Prerequisite: TTPT 609. Notes: Elective.
TTPT 725
Directed Study
1-4
TTPT 750
Reading and research in selected areas of study.
Seminar 1-3 Selected topics in the field of ministry. May be repeated with different content. 2 A consideration of the special and unique challenges faced by vocational Christian workers and their families. Includes all phases of occupational Christian ministry. Notes: Elective. The Family of the Christian Leader Parent Education in Ministry 2 Review of the history of parenting, biblical injunctions and models of parenting, and current research on parenting. Then the development of parent education modules for conferences, seminars, workshops, learning groups or preaching series.
TTPT 760
TTPT 774
TTPT 726
TTPT 775
TTPT 728
Field Internship
0-2
TTPT 791
Integration of all the disciplines of ministry and seminary education. It provides supervised experience in various phases of Christian ministry. One hundred hours of field experience each semester are evaluated in classroom interaction. When Offered: Fall. Prerequisite: TTPT 591, 592, 691, 692; completion of 48 hours of the M.Div. program. Notes: Required of M.Div. (Pastoral & General Ministries, Evangelism & Discipleship) students. Christian Education students see TTCE 791-792; Missions & Intercultural Studies students see ISCL 791-792.
Biblical Leadership & Management
3
TTPT 730
The biblical basis for organizational management and leadership. Examination of the process of planning, organizing, leading and supporting from a biblical basis and made applicable to Christian service and ministry. Notes: Required of M.Div. (Pastoral & General Ministries) students. 3 This course is an exploration of biblical texts related to the personal use of money and possessions with the outcome of leading students to develop a biblical worldview of money that translates into a way of life. Attention will be placed on practical implementation of God’s financial principles in the students’ church ministry context and family situations. Topics to be covered: materialism & spirituality, honesty, giving, counsel, savings, debt, credit, work, eternity, and church financial education. Money & Ministry: Biblical Study
Field Internship
0-2
TTPT 792
Integration of all the disciplines of ministry and seminary education. It provides supervised experience in various phases of Christian ministry. One hundred hours of field experience each semester are evaluated in classroom interaction. When Offered: Spring. Prerequisite: TTPT 591, 592, 691, 692; completion of 48 hours of the M.Div. program. Notes: Required of M.Div. (Pastoral & General Ministries, Evangelism & Discipleship) students. Christian Education students see TTCE 791-792; Missions & Intercultural Studies students see ISCL 791-792.
TTPT 732
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