Course Descriptions - Azusa Pacific University

Level: Undergraduate
Discipline: CMIN Christian Ministries

26 Results

CMIN 105

Introduction to Christian Missions

Units: 1-3

Students are exposed to opportunities for Christian service abroad while gaining an overview of the present progress of the Great Commission. Does not count toward the Christian ministries major.

CMIN 108

Christian Life, Faith, and Ministry

Units: 3

The theological, educational, and social bases for ministry and service are examined. An analysis of the church's responsibility and methods for carrying out the ministry mandate of Jesus is emphasized. Field experience is required. Meets the general studies core requirement in God's Word and the Christian Response (Ministry).

CMIN 110

Introduction to Intercultural Christian Ministry

Units: 3

Students are exposed to intercultural Christian service opportunities while gaining an overview of the present progress of the Great Commission. Requires participation in spring or summer short-term mission experience through the Institute of Outreach Ministries or an APU sponsoring office with final grade ‘In Progress’ until deadline for service requirement reflection is reached. This course serves as a prerequisite for the Intercultural Christian Ministries Concentration. Students must complete all course requirements by the first day of the fall semester.

CMIN 206

Introduction to Practical Theology
Units: 3

Students are introduced to practical theology methods for integrating Christian faith with the attitudes and activities of contemporary society. This course examines contemporary practices in various aspects of life, teaching students how to develop uniquely Christian positions and actions using the practice-theory-practice methods of practical theology. Special emphasis is placed on training students to use this method in preaching, Bible studies, small groups, and other forums where they may teach Christians to integrate their faith and daily lives. Prerequisite: CMIN 108

CMIN 316

The Art of Leadership
Units: 3

This course helps the ministry and church leader define leadership using theological, historical, biblical, and contemporary research. The course addresses the process of identifying and cultivating leadership styles within one's self and the people whom one serves. Meets the general studies upper-division writing intensive requirement. Prerequisite: CMIN 108, CMIN 206, or instructor's permission

CMIN 318

Theology and Practice of Ministry
Units: 3

The life and work of the Christian pastor is studied with attention to the broad range of duties, rituals, and responsibilities for which the contemporary Christian pastor is expected to have competency. Topics for study include administration of sacraments, church finance, staff administration, worship, church boards, pastoral visitation, and evangelism. Prerequisite: CMIN 206

CMIN 326

Effective Teaching in Christian Education
Units: 3

Students study the principles and procedures involved in effective classroom teaching: philosophies of teaching, methods, the teaching-learning process, motivation, guidance, integration, and evaluation. Prerequisite: CMIN 206 or instructor's permission

CMIN 336

Family Development and Ministry
Units: 3

This course equips students to design and apply practical theology methods and programs that empower the family. Specific focus is placed upon the family in its cultural setting, and the development needs of various family members at particular stages of life. Prerequisite: CMIN 206 and PSYC 290 or instructor's permission

CMIN 346

Ministry to the City
Units: 4

This course provides the student with a broad introduction to the unique challenges and opportunities for Christian ministry in an urban context with special attention to some of the most effective methods and tools for doing urban ministry. Students are encouraged to reflect on their own lifestyles and future ministry choices in light of the needs of the city and the response of the gospel in meeting human need. Exposure to city life and church-based organizations working for the shalom of the city provide a dynamic context for the various learning activities in this course. Prerequisite: CMIN 206

CMIN 356

Developing Disciples
Units: 3

This class develops a biblically informed approach which features making reproducing disciples as the central purpose of the Church. Students conduct an assessment of the Church's/community's primary purpose in light of Jesus' mission statement, "Go and make disciples of all nations." (Matt. 28:19) This course carefully examines the necessary building blocks to produce a disciple- making Church/community, with a significant focus on developing disciples in the APU community. Each student is required to lead a discipleship group. Prerequisite: CMIN 206

CMIN 401

Christian Ministry Internship I
Units: 3

This course develops a student's ability to blend Christian theology and Christian practice by integrating classroom learning, hands-on practice, spiritual formation, mentoring, and critical reflection on the practice of the Christian faith. Course work covers: biblical and theological foundations of Christian practice, the context in which the Christian faith is to be practiced, and the dynamic relationship between the two. Students are required to serve an average minimum of 8 hours per week in hands-on field experience. Students must also participate in small groups for reflection, mentoring, and spiritual formation. Prerequisites: CMIN 108, CMIN 206, THEO 303, and at least two general studies Bible courses; CMIN 316 and senior standing (CMIN/YMIN majors only)

CMIN 402

Christian Ministry Internship II
Units: 3

This course is a continuation of the first semester and has a similar format in terms of classroom experience, field experience, and small groups. It further develops a student's ability to blend Christian theology and ministry by utilizing a method of reflecting theologically on the practice of Christian faith and facilitating the ability to clearly state and defend one's own theology for Christian ministry. Students are required to serve an average minimum of 8 hours per week in hands-on field experience. Prerequisite: CMIN 401

CMIN 405

Christian Mission in the 21^st Century
Units: 3

An introduction to the biblical, historical, and theological foundations of missions in a contemporary world setting, both globally and locally. The call, context, and preparation for missionary service are examined. Prerequisite: CMIN 206

CMIN 406

History and Philosophy of Christian Education
Units: 3

The history of educational theory, with emphasis on objective and philosophical problems and biblical bases, is covered in this course. Prerequisite: CMIN 206 or instructor's permission

CMIN 408

Principles of Preaching
Units: 3

This course offers a study of classical homiletics, and a variety of sermonic methodologies. Sound hermeneutical principles in exegesis of Scripture, and the worship setting of the sermon with emphasis on the delivery of effective expository sermons in the contemporary world are covered. Prerequisite: CMIN 206; corequisite: UBBL 343 or instructor’s permission

CMIN 416

Communicating the Gospel
Units: 3

This course assists the student in following Jesus' model of a people "filled with grace and truth" (John 1:14). Special attention is given to writing, speaking, teaching, interpersonal communication, body language, problem solving, and other critical tasks necessary to being a Christian and carrying out the Great Commission. Prerequisite: CMIN 206 or instructor's permission

CMIN 446

Children's Educational Ministries
Units: 3

Childhood development, the needs of children in contemporary society, and biblical and theological perspectives on children are examined, with an emphasis on discerning the church's role in nurturing spiritual formation in the faith community. Prerequisite: CMIN 206 or instruction's permission

CMIN 456

Ministry Organization and Administration
Units: 3

This course examines the process of ordering the ministry of the church or parachurch community for the greatest effectiveness. This order is to be understood theologically as a means of creating the most ideal context possible for the Holy Spirit to minister to and through people. All aspects of strategic planning, church organization, and administration are addressed. Prerequisite: CMIN 316 or instructor's permission

CMIN 466

Adult Development and Spiritual Formation
Units: 3

The course examines the process and contexts by which adults mature. Subject areas include: biblical and theological foundations for adult development and education, and adult characteristics, needs, life cycles, and learning patterns. The course emphasizes community and individuals. Prerequisite: CMIN 206 or instructor's permission

CMIN 486

Urban Ministry Practicum
Units: 6

The practicum is intended to provide students with a broad understanding of urban life and ministry. The practicum develops a student's ability to interface theory and practice, theology and ministry, by integrating classroom learning, hands-on practice, spiritual formation, mentoring, and critical reflection on the practice of the Christian faith in an urban setting. During the practicum, the student is required to live, work, worship, and study in the city.Prerequisite: CMIN 206

CMIN 487

Exegeting the City
Units: 3

This course explores the development of a "hermeneutic" for understanding the built environment as a means to engage the city and enhance ministry opportunities. Discussion centers on physical, sensory indicators of community needs and resources. The goal is to more adequately contextualize Christian urban ministry. Topics include community mapping, needs assessment, resource identification, measurement of change, and strategic ministry development. Course work is taught at a graduate level, but undergraduates are welcome.Prerequisite: CMIN 206

CMIN 488

Topics in Urban Ministry
Units: 3

Students study current topics important to those interested in urban ministry. The course has a seminar format and is taught in the context of a number of urban sites in Los Angeles. Some of the topics covered include street ministry, peace and justice, ethnic diversity, homelessness, immigration, and community development.

CMIN 495

Topics in Christian Ministry
Units: 3

This course engages the student in a focused and intensive study of particular topics of direct relevance and urgency in the practice of Christian ministry. Topics vary from semester to semester, and this course may be taken more than once as topics change.Prerequisite: CMIN 206

CMIN 496

Senior Seminar: Church and Society
Units: 3

CMIN 496 Senior Seminar: Church and Society (3) Students use practical theology methods learned in class to create an integrated Christian response to a contemporary social issue. It considers the ethical, spiritual, and community causes and impacts of social issues and teaches students to develop informed Christian responses to them. This course is taught in a seminar format that includes a major paper and two presentations. Meets the general studies senior seminar requirement. Prerequisites: senior standing; completion of the majority of the units required for God’s Word and the Christian Response; completion of the majority of coursework in the major; and upper-division writing intensive course

CMIN 497

Readings
Units: 1-4

This is a program of study concentrating on assigned readings, discussions, and writing arranged between, and designed by, a student of upper-division standing and a full-time professor. May be repeated for credit. An independent study fee is assessed for each enrollment in this class. Prerequisite: CMIN 206

CMIN 498

Directed Research
Units: 1-4

This course provides instruction in research design and technique, and gives students experience in the research process. The one-unit expectation encompasses no less than 30 hours of work with accompanying reading, log, writing, and seminar presentation within the department or in a university research symposium. No more than one unit may be used to fulfill preparatory readings requirement. An independent study fee is assessed for each enrollment in this class. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing