Courses Taught

This workshop will look at how teachers can develop technology enriched learning environments.
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This course is an examination of the individual through adulthood. Attention is given to the individual? mental, physical, emotional and spiritual growth through an investigation of the major theories and theorists in the field of human development.

An approach to ministry planning in which change theory is integrated with the human and structural dynamics that influence the development of biblical corporate values, vision and mission processes, environmental assessment, strategy development and implementation, and ministry evaluation.

An examination of the nature and causes of conflict in the local church and religious organizations, and the principles of effective intervention strategies.

A comprehensive study of the principles underlying the teaching-learning process. Upon completion the student should be able to explain the biblical basis for teaching. The student should be able to explain and apply the principles of educational psychology to the teaching/learning environment. The student should be able to identify and demonstrate practical application of basic age-group characteristics as they relate to teaching and learning as well as outline, plan and develop curriculum.

An introduction to a theology of leadership through the development of a healthy interior life; an understanding of a situational approach to leadership; and the knowledge of the leader? role in the corporate vision, spirituality and mission of the Christian community.

The study of management in Christian organizations through a systems framework in understanding the interrelatedness of components in the transforming system, and the relationship between the organization and its environment. Other management issues in ministry will include financial management, working with volunteers and selected legal issues.

Students will analyze ethical and leadership issues by utilizing problem solving methods. Specifically, students will learn how to frame a research problem, conduct a literature search, choose a suitable method, collect appropriate data, and evaluate the data into a cohesive research document.

Classes Developed for the Local Congregation

An examination of the giving and receiving of a Godly Blessing. The following topics are examined: The meaning of blessing; Blessing as seen in the Old and New Testaments; and, Bestowing the blessing.

A four-week series that focuses on the issues involved in Grandparenting in the twenty-first century. The grandparent and grandchild relationship is examined as well as various topics that will assist the grandparent in understanding the culture that their grandchild is growing up in today. The final week introduces the importance of bestowing a Godly blessing over grandchildren. A sample blessing ceremony is presented.

This four week series will look at some of the most revered hymns and the biblical context found in each song. The life of the author will be studied in addition to the hymn.

Course Description: This course will examine various elements of the mercy of God. What is mercy and where does it come from? Where do we see mercy in the Old and New Testament? Is mercy still available to us today in the 21st Century? By the end of the course the student will have a better understanding of the mercy of God and how to extend that same mercy to others.

This class examines the concept of a biblical worldview from a variety of perspectives. The conclusion will be: How do we as believers develop and maintain a biblical worldview in this ever-shifting culture and what does it mean to follow Jesus Christ in the 21st Century? How do we measure our effectiveness in the church body, the community, and the world? Answers will be found by looking at the historical, sociological, cultural and biblical perspectives.