Christian Leadership (LEAD)
A study of administrative principles and practices for the local church. The course examines staff, finances, buildings, and public relations in churches and integrates material from both religious and secular sources.
Offered: Resident and Online
This course explores the topic of leadership from a biblical and theological perspective. Essential biblical principles bearing on the purpose and character of leadership will be examined. Instances of leadership in the Old and New Testaments will be analyzed within their biblical context, and in terms of contemporary understanding of leadership, with a special focus on the leadership of Jesus Christ as seen in the New Testament.
Offered: Resident and Online
A study of male and female from a Biblical perspective, specifically pertaining to women in leadership roles in the local church and Christian ministries.
Offered: Resident
This course will explore the lives of great leaders throughout history. Leadership is not a distinctively Christian practice. Leadership is found in all segments of society and culture. Thus, this course will explore the personal lives, traits, practices and disciplines of leaders in various sectors of cultural history including religious leaders, political leaders, military leaders, and business leaders. Specific attention will be given to the process of interpreting leadership from a distinctively organizational perspective, as performed by great leaders, and applying these leadership lessons into an organic perspective of Christian leadership in ministry. (Formerly CLED 520)
Offered: Resident and Online
Prerequisite: LEAD 515
An overview of events and issues which create crisis situations for women. This course explores ministry methods to spiritually care for women during times of great need.
Offered: Resident
Prerequisite: LEAD 515
An introduction to beginning, developing, and implementing programs for women in the local church or parachurch setting.
Offered: Resident
This course will focus on leading effective teams and resolving conflict that naturally occurs in organizational environments.
Offered: Resident and Online
This course prepares the student for strategic planning in various ministry settings. It will also equip the student to cast a vision and mission for their church or parachurch organization. The student will examine core biblical passages and create a clear vision/mission/values statement. (Formerly DSMN 620)
Offered: Resident and Online
This class will help the student (and their spouse) better prepare themselves for the rigors of 21st century ministry, avoid common pitfalls, and prevent potential problems. It will deal with such significant issues as setting realistic expectations, dealing with church boards, marriage, children, finances, burnt-out, stress, time management and more.
Offered: Resident and Online
A truly effective leader understands the relationship between the organization's success and the ability to develop other leaders within the organization. This course will examine how leaders are recognized and developed. Skills necessary for mentoring others as leaders will be explored and developed.
Offered: Online
A study of the different phases of the daily work of the pastor. Attention is given to the call, character, leadership, and responsibilities of the pastor. Opportunities are also given for the student to practice methods of pastoral work.
Offered: Resident and Online
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An intensive study in a specific subject of pastoral ministry. This course allows variation in the approach and content of the regular curriculum and often will be used by visiting professors.
Offered: Online
A practical field experience for international students in pastoral leadership under the supervision of an approved mentor. (Formerly PLED 698)
Resident Prerequisite: DSMN 500 and (EVAN 565 or EVAN 525) and (HOMI 500 or HOMI 501 or HOMI 601 or DSMN 601) and (LEAD 635 or PLED 635)
In order to complete this internship students must be currently working and/or serving in a local church. The church, mentor, and nature of involvement must be approved beforehand by the professor. Internship involves supervised work in an applied ministry setting. Students continue to apply, adapt, and improve their skills in specialized ministry situations. Students work under the supervision of a qualified pastor or deacon. Students must complete 150 hours of internship interaction with an average of 10 hours per week. 16 weeks.
Offered: Resident and Online