PR 104
Independent Study in Preaching (Elective)
3 units
A student can petition for an independent study on a subject of his/her interest. Offering an independent study is subject to the agreement of an instructor and the approval of the Academic Dean. The student must be aware of the maximum units which can be taken through independent study in a degree program.
PASTORAL MINISTRY PM 101
Pastoral Theology and Ministry
4 units
This course surveys the biblical theology of the church and her ordained pastoral-teaching ministry, from masterworks in the Reformed tradition; the biblical foundation for a personal call to the pastoral-teaching ministry; the biblical theology of church government, from the Reformed and Presbyterian tradition; and principles for doing pastoral-teaching ministry or ministry in the local church setting for the purpose of church growth and/or revitalization. PM 102
Pastoral Care and Counseling
4 units
An introduction to the Church’s pastoral care of the individual, the family, the congregation and the members of the community with development of skills in individual counseling through theological and psychological analysis of case studies, professional growth groups. An introduction to several counseling methods which are appropriate for pastoral use will be introduced to students. PM 103
Leadership and Administration
4 units
This course will introduce the diverse dimensions of Christian leadership for churches and organizations. The topics will include the character of a leader, leadership styles, working with teams, visioning and goal-setting, decision-making, being a change agent, managing conflicts, and understanding organizational life. PM 104
Theology of Ministry (Elective)
3 units
A study and examination of the roles and functions of pastoral work as designed in Scripture and various church traditions. Students are required to identify the foundational pastoral tasks and their personal competencies for ministry. PM 105
Independent Study in Pastoral Ministry (Elective)
3 units
A student can petition for an independent study on a subject of his/her interest. Offering an independent study is subject to the agreement of an instructor and the approval of the
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