An introductory course designed to develop a basic philosophy of the youth ministry through an analysis of contemporary and historical youth ministry models.

Offered: Online

Online Prerequisite: YOUT 510

This course is a careful analysis of methods, curriculum, staffing, promotion, and facilities of the total youth program.

Offered: Online

Online Prerequisite: YOUT 510

A course designed to study the philosophy and principles of ministry leadership as they relate to the duel responsibilities of home ministry and local church ministry. Issues such as balancing family and ministry, establishment of priorities, strategies of integration, roles and responsibilities of parents and leaders, team building, outcomes and goals, shifting emphases and trends will be addressed. Special emphasis will be placed on helping ministry leaders address the special challenges of balancing spousal, parental and ministry leadership responsibilities through priorities and integration by developing a personal paradigm for each of the roles.

Offered: Online

A study of the philosophy, principles, and practices of evangelizing and discipling middle and high school age students within the context of their own diverse cultures. Certain "axioms" and "paradigms" of adolescent ministry will be examined and evaluated for their effectiveness as tools for understanding and reaching students with the gospel.

Offered: Online

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