44 courses with the subject MIN, 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.
MIN 1007Ministry Foundations 4 Freshman & Sophomore Transfer4
MIN2016 Biblical Interpretation for Study or BIB2005 Survey of the Old Testament BIA1015 Interpreting Scripture (SEE BIBLICAL THINKING & LIVING REQUIREMENT ABOVE) (SEE BIBLICAL THINKING & LIVING REQUIREMENT ABOVE) BIB2008 Survey of the New Testament PSY2005 Child and Adolescent Development and (SEE BIBLICAL THINKING & LIVING REQUIREMENT ABOVE) PSY2006 Adult Development or BIB4460 Biblical Theology or PSY 2108 Lifespan Psychology BIB4360 Systematic Theology (SEE SCIENTIFIC & QUANTITATIVE LITERACY REQUIREMENT ABOVE) (SEE BIBLICAL THINKING & LIVING REQUIREMENT ABOVE)
(PQ: MIN1007) This course examines the biblical foundations and practice of pastoral care and leadership. Special attention is given to church governance, ministerial ethics, ceremonies, ordinances, and church health.
This course overviews the biblical, philosophical, theological, and theoretical foundations for ministry with children and families. Attention is given to both internal and external influences on children and the impact of their moral and spiritual formation. The importance of children learning and growing in the context of their family will be emphasized.
This course will examine biblical and theological foundations, as well as social science research, for human sexuality. A holistic view of human sexuality will be explored through the examination of sociological, biological, psychological, cultural, and spiritual aspects of human nature and behavior. Biblical principles will be evaluated regarding healthy sexuality across the lifespan within various ministry contexts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 cr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . University of Northwestern – St. Paul Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027 . . . . . . . . . 3 cr MEP4855 Senior Capstone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 cr (PQ: senior standing) A capstone experience for Media Production students in their senior year. An original, individual project is planned and completed during the semester.
This course gives consideration to biblical, theological, philosophical, and historical foundations of retreats, events, and camps in light . 4 cr of Christian spiritual growth and formation. Principles related to organizational responsibilities and operational aspects of Christian ministry are also addressed. There is an emphasis on the role of retreats, events, and camps in ministry contexts. A $95 course fee required. . . . 2 cr MIN3231 Care and Counseling in Ministry AU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 cr This course provides a foundation and overview of counseling techniques, practices, and typical counseling situations which are faced in both church and parachurch ministry settings. Emphasis is placed on methods and techniques for effectively counseling people in crisis from all age groups. Guidance is given in the counseling of lay leadership, families in crisis, and the handling of abuse cases. Consideration is given to the legal, ethical, and practical implications . . . . . . . 2 cr of Christian counseling. A $100 course fee required.
(PQ: BIA1015 or BIA1827 or MIN2016) This course prepares students to faithfully preach the Word of God in partnership with the Holy Spirit. Special emphasis is given to the role of preaching in worship and to general principles for leading worship. Students will deliver two sermons in this course.
An advanced preaching course designed to help students understand contemporary issues in preaching including the integration of technology. Students practice using contemporary methodologies.
MIN 4855Capstone 2 Selected from courses with COM, ICS, MEP, MIN, PRL, or YOU12
WCE = WRITTEN COMMUNICATION EMPHASIS prefix; DES2111, ENG3316, or FIN2025. OCE = ORAL COMMUNICATION EMPHASIS. SEE PAGE 49 FOR EXPLANATION AND PREREQUISITES. Next Generation Ministry Concentration
A study of biblical principles and practices for the spiritual growth of self and others. This course emphasizes the practice of worship-based prayer in spiritual leadership.
A theological and practical exploration of missional leadership as participation in the Missio Dei. Building on a biblical theology of mission, this course examines how God’s redemptive purposes shape leadership, discernment, and decision-making in for-profit, nonprofit, and mission contexts. Special attention is given to the relationship between faith, work, and economics as expressions of God’s mission in the world.
(PQ: acceptance into a bachelor/accelerated graduate program) A theological and practical exploration of missional leadership as participation in the Missio Dei. Building on a biblical theology of mission, this course examines how God’s redemptive purposes shape leadership, discernment, and decision-making in for-profit, nonprofit, and mission contexts. Special attention is given to the relationship between faith, work, and economics as expressions of God’s mission in the world.
(PQ: ENG1107 and acceptance into a bachelor/accelerated graduate program) This course considers the leadership development of the whole person: knowledge, character, and skill. Practice of leadership and management for the church and for Christian nonprofit organizations will be studied. Students will examine God’s vision for their lives, leading and organizing a ministry to accomplish a mission, and how to develop leaders who equip other leaders. A $40 course fee required.
MIN 5220Understanding and Leading Nonprofit Organizations.2
This course examines the unique missional, structural, and ethical issues related to leading and managing a nonprofit organization. The role of nonprofits in civic and global societies and emerging trends and innovations shaping the future of nonprofit organizations are also discussed.
Nonprofit Organizations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 cr (PQ: acceptance into a bachelor/accelerated graduate degree program) This course examines the unique missional, structural, and ethical issues related to leading and managing a nonprofit organization. The role of nonprofits in civic and global societies and emerging trends and innovations shaping the future of nonprofit organizations are also discussed.
(PQ: MIN1007 and acceptance into a bachelor/accelerated graduate degree program) This course examines the theological foundations and practice of pastoral care. Consideration is given to personal discipleship, the shepherding role, counseling, the ordinances, relational skills, and assessing church health.
This course prepares students to evaluate contemporary approaches to preaching including overall sermonic structure and technological integration. Students identify and utilize advanced preaching strategies. . . . . .
(PQ: acceptance into a bachelor/accelerated graduate program) This course prepares students to evaluate contemporary approaches to preaching including overall sermonic structure and technological integration. Students identify and utilize advanced preaching strategies. . . . . . . . 2 cr
(PQ: BIA1015 or BIA1827 or MIN2016, and acceptance into a bachelor/accelerated graduate degree program) This course will focus on the public delivery of God’s Word and on the creation and leadership of corporate worship.
This course examines the servant leader’s relationship with God, self, family, and others. Special attention is given to issues of personal accountability, life margins, practicing the presence of God, and balancing family and ministry.
(PQ: Program Director approval) Students complete at least 50 hours of ministry field experience during an entire semester. Through a process of practice and reflection, students evaluate their learning goals, personal growth, and overall growth as a ministry leader. A primary goal of the course is to test your vocational calling through field experience.
(PQ: acceptance into a bachelor/accelerated graduate program, consent of faculty supervisor, and internship registration form) Students complete at least 50 hours of ministry field experience during an entire semester. Through a process of practice and reflection, students evaluate their learning goals, personal growth, and overall growth as a ministry leader. A primary goal of the course is to test your vocational calling through field experience.
(PQ: MIN5993U, acceptance into a bachelor/accelerated graduate program, consent of faculty supervisor, and internship registration form) Students complete at least 50 hours of ministry field experience during an entire semester. Through a process of practice and reflection, students evaluate their learning goals, personal growth, and overall growth as a ministry leader. A primary goal of the course is to further refine one’s vocational calling. is real, what we can know, and how we should live. In this course we examine a single complex aspect of the human experience through hands-on creative experiences with the elements and processes of various art forms and the study of notable artists and works. This introductory course does not require prior artistic experience.
(PQ: C or better in MIN5994 and Program Director approval) Students complete a supervised ministry experience or a practical ministry project that is designed in consultation with a mentor during an entire semester. Through a process of practice and reflection, students evaluate their learning goals, personal growth, and overall growth as a ministry leader. A primary goal of the course is to complete a self- awareness in ministry project.
(PQ: C or better in MIN5995 and Program Director approval) Students complete a supervised ministry experience or a practical ministry project that is designed in consultation with a mentor during an entire semester. Through a process of practice and reflection, students evaluate their learning goals, personal growth, and overall growth as a ministry leader. A primary goal of the course is to develop a plan for life-long learning.
Students complete one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) at an accredited CPE center. Students independently apply and are accepted into a qualified CPE program to complete the 400-hour supervised experience (usually in a hospital). A passing grade will be assigned once a notarized copy of the ACPE Certificate of Completion has been received (Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits total; CPE center fees may be assessed for participation in addition to the tuition paid to Northwestern for assigned credits). . . . . . . 2 cr
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MIN
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
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Repeatable
May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits total; CPE center fees may be assessed for participation in addition to the tuition paid to Northwestern for assigned credits).
