11 courses with the subject DSC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
DSC 234Principles of Next Generations3
SPRING Students explore theological, missional, and practical foundations of engaging children and youth in church and non-profit ministry. Generational differences, family contexts, and related systems will be analyzed providing a pattern and praxis of ministry for next generations from biblical, historical, and contemporary perspectives.
FALL An exploration of how the church and para-church organizations can minister with various ages and family types. Findings from systems’ theory, history, theology, and biblical understandings of the church will be studied as they relate to church ministry. (Cross-listed as SOC 248X )
Arranged by Department Participation in specialized ministry conference or seminar as arranged by the department. Permission from instructor required. Fee for seminar expenses.
SPRING Integrates biblical directives with small group and mentoring dynamics. Students will gain a practical, historical, and biblical perspective on the value and uses of leading small groups and mentoring in a variety of contexts.
FALL Students explore and examine biblical models and best practices for leadership of next generations in church and non-profit contexts. Administrative strategies and best practices will also be developed. Fee.
SPRING This course examines the dynamics of how Christian faith develops within the lives of children and youth. This is explored in relation to theories of cognitive, moral, and psycho/social development. Current research related to faith and brain development will be analyzed within a biblical perspective.
SPRING This class will develop strategies for meeting the needs of youth in a changing youth culture. The student will learn how to assess the relevant social and cultural forces shaping the experience of adolescence in contemporary society. Students will learn to evaluate elements of youth culture, analyze the cultural systems that shape young people and develop effective approaches to discipleship.
FALL Students are equipped to design and implement plans, curricula, strategies and teaching for various ages and contexts to learn, grow, and develop into mature disciples of Jesus Christ. Students will examine and evaluate published strategies and curricula for ministry. Course Fee.
SPRING An examination of approaches, models, trends, practices and challenges of sustainable community-focused relief and holistic development, and their relationship to issues of economic, social, and spiritual justice. Consideration is given to biblical teaching on matters of poverty, economics, and justice, and the lament. (Cross-listed as ICS 381X ) Offered alternate years (even)
Arranged by Department In-depth investigation of a topic in discipleship ministries using standard research procedures. Topic selection and course enrollment is by approval of the department chair.
SPRING This senior-level course offers an in-depth exploration of the theological foundations and practical competencies essential for effective youth ministry. Designed for students preparing to serve as youth pastors or leaders in church and parachurch settings, the course focuses on fostering Christ-centered relationships, building sustainable ministry models, and equipping youth to live as faithful disciples. Offered alternate years (odd)
