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Discipline: MINC: Christian Ministries
21 ResultsMINC 105
Introduction to Global Vision
Units: 1
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.
MINC 110
Introduction to Intercultural Christian Ministries
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.
MINC 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: MINC 206 or department permission
MINC 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: MIN 206 or department permission
MINC 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. Prerequisites: MIN 206 and PSYC 290 or department permission
MINC 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: MIN 206
MINC 360
Faith and Learning Colloquium
Units: 1
This course offers study abroad students an opportunity to explore ways of purposeful and thoughtful integration of faith and learning. Through critical reflections, it encourages students to reject the compartmentalization of faith and academia, embrace God’s lordship over all, and develop deep-rooted beliefs that impact their academic and personal lives. Prerequisites: MIN 108, MIN 206, or department permission
MINC 405
Christian Mission in the 21st Century
Units: 3
This course is 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: MIN 206 or department permission; prerequisite not required for non-youth ministry/Christian ministries majors.
MINC 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: MIN 206 or department permission
MINC 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: MIN 206; corequisite: UBBL 343 or department permission
MINC 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: MIN 206 or department permission
MINC 420
Suffering: Theological and Practical Perspectives on Disabilities
Units: 3
This course examines theological perspectives to understand the role of suffering in the human experience. Focusing on persons with disabilities, students explore their personal values, gain understanding of bio-psycho-social-spiritual components of disability, access available resources, and develop strategies to help churches/agencies develop inclusive programs. Prerequisites: 3 units of UBBL and junior standing
MINC 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: MIN 206, PSYC 290, or department permission
MINC 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: MIN 206 or department permission
MINC 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: MIN 206 or department permission
MINC 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: MIN 206
MINC 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: MIN 206
MINC 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: MIN 206
MINC 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: MIN 206
MINC 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: MIN 206
MINC 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
