Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
CEED 255 - Foundations of Spiritual Formation This course will provide a biblical overview of the fundamentals of developing and maintaining a deep and abiding relationship with God through theological, integrative and experiential perspectives. When Offered: Fall. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. CEED 260 - Interpersonal and Cross Cultural Relationships in Christian Ministry Focuses on development of relationships and communication skills between individuals, small groups and within multiracial and multi-ethnic congregations. Includes conflict resolution in ministry. When Offered: Fall/Spring. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. CEED 312 - Christian Ministry Skills Includes instruction and skill development in a variety of functions expected of those in full-time Christian ministry, including examples such as: public speaking and giving extemporaneous remarks, public prayer, worship service introductions, worship service coordination, working with church boards and pastoral leadership, conducting meetings, leading church staff, selecting staff, conducting the ordinances of baptism and the Lord’s Supper; and essentials regarding conducing weddings, funerals, hospital visitation, and pre-engagement training as time permits. When A comprehensive overview of discipleship in the local church. Course includes equipping on the needs, expectations, roles, responsibilities, and competencies related to discipling believers, reproducing disciples, and for leading effective Christian discipleship ministries. When Offered: Fall. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. CEED 319 - Media in Ministry Skill development in the design and use of audio-visual technology for use in ministry to all age levels and in a wide variety of teaching settings. Cross-listed: TTCE 649. Note(s): By arrangement. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 320 - Methods of Bible Study Foundational development of the Inductive Bible study method applied to narrative and epistolary literature with additional methods explored including biographical, topical, book, and word study. When Offered: Fall/ Spring. Cross-listed: BBST 320. Prerequisite(s): BBST 103. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. CEED 326 - Counseling Methods Investigation of foundations for pastoral counseling to individuals and families in ministry settings. Study of psychological theories and a vision for church community will be followed by the development of personal counseling skills for listening and compassion. When Offered: Spring. Restriction(s): Must be a Christian Ministries (CHMN) major. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. CEED 330 - Biblical Research and Interpretation Offered: Spring. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. CEED 313 - Christian Ministry Discipleship Evaluation of various Bible translations and instruction in the use of computer-based biblical research tools with an emphasis on the use of these tools for the development of instructional lesson plans. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. CEED 406 - Parachurch Youth Ministries Focus on the various types of parachurch ministry to middle school and senior high age students available. Includes principles which make parachurch ministry different from local church youth ministry and principles for beginning a new parachurch campus club. When Offered: Spring. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 411 - Women’s and Men’s Ministry in Christian Education An examination of the biblical, historical, and contemporary perspectives of women and men in leadership roles within a ministry. Assessment of role expectation, relationships and vocational opportunities. When Offered: Fall. Cross-listed: TTCE 514. Prerequisite(s): 150. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 412 - Missions Education in the Church Basic administration of a program within the church’s educational ministry through which missions is taught to all age levels. Cross-listed: TTCE 612. Note(s): By arrangement. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 415 - Organization and Administration of Christian Ministries An introduction to the biblical principles and current practice of management: planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and evaluating with special emphasis upon the application of these functions to church and parachurch administration. When Offered: Fall. Prerequisite(s): 150, 260. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
CEED 416 - Curriculum Development Essential principles in curriculum formulation including evolution of existing curricula and curriculum writing experience. Cross-listed: TTCE 616. Prerequisite(s): One of the age level courses: 372, 373 or 374. Note(s): By arrangement. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 419 - Models of Children’s Ministry An exploration and assessment of various contemporary approaches to Children’s Ministry, from birth to age 12. Includes practice in the development of ministry strategies involving family, community, and church resources. When Offered: By arrangement. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 422 - Singles Ministries in the Church Issues and needs of never-married and formerly married persons, including identity crisis, role definition, self-acceptance and the development of intimacy. Resources, programs and skills for ministering to these needs are emphasized. Cross-listed: TTCE 716. Note(s): By arrangement. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 430 - Camp Leadership Study in the philosophy, objectives, leadership, program and administration of the Christian camp. Investigation into the trends of camping, both centralized and decentralized. Techniques in organizing and directing a camp program, including counselor training. Emphasizes utilization of camping to enhance church’s ministry. When Offered: Interterm/Summer. Cross-listed: TTCE 683. Restriction(s): Must be Junior or Senior class. Fee: Fee may be required. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 433 - Family Ministries in the Church Biblical concepts of the family; survey of the needs of whole and fragmented families in the church; resources and techniques available to meet these needs. When Offered: Fall. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 436 - Worship in the Church A survey and critical evaluation of contemporary Christian music of various worship styles and trends within the local church and parachurch ministries. Note(s): By arrangement. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 441 - Adolescent Culture and Development This course is designed to help the professional youth worker design and implement the entire scope of an effective church-based junior high or high school youth ministry. When Offered: Fall. Cross-listed: TTCE 661. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 465 - Internship in Christian Ministries Full-time laboratory experience in a local church or parachurch ministry under the direction of a qualified supervising Ministry Mentor and university supervisor. Guided instruction in the skills necessary for effective service as ministry leaders in vocational Christian ministry. These will include, but not be limited to: special event planning, teaching a volunteer leadership training workshop, speaking in front of a ministry audience, observations at church board meetings, special ordinances, etc. Prerequisite(s): Application. Note(s): Students doing Internship in Christian Ministries are limited to 15 credits that semester. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 9. CEED 470 - Current Topics in Christian Education Designed for upper-division students in Christian Education who want to study specialized topics not currently covered in catalog course offerings. Note(s): May be taken two times with different emphasis. By arrangement. Fee: May be required. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. CEED 472 - Special Studies in Children’s Ministries Examines contemporary movements and trends in children’s ministry. Addresses legal, social, and administrative issues surrounding the practice of children’s ministry. When Offered: By arrangement. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 478 - Adult Development and Education A study of issues and development tasks of adults. Attention to the ministry of meeting the needs and utilizing the potential of adults. When Offered: Fall. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 479 - Programming for Christian Ministries Equipping on age-specific church ministry (children, youth, adult, family) as it relates to evangelism and discipleship, with special emphasis on cultural exegesis and ministry program leadership. Key focus of the course will include internship preparation. Prerequisite(s): CEED 433 or 441 or 478. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. CEED 480 - Independent Study in Christian Ministries Development of skills in an independent study of topics in the field of Christian Ministries. When Offered: Fall/Spring. Restriction(s): Must be Senior class, Christian Ministries (CHMN) major. Note(s): May be repeated. Offered by arrangement. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3.
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