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75 courses with the subject PS, 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.

PS 131Personal

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 132Pastoral Care and

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 134Personal Spiritual Development

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 139Introduction to Worship

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 230Sermon Preparation

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 231Sermon Delivery

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 232/233 Homiletics (3/) The study of sermon construction relating to theme, outline6

introduction, body, and conclusion as they relate to textual, topical, and expository preaching. The second semester focuses on sermon delivery in the practice of preaching.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 6
Credits (max): 6
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 234/235 Homiletics in Diverse Cultures (3/) The study of sermon construction from an6

African American cultural and historical perspective as related to textual, topical and expository preaching. The second semester focuses on sermon delivery in the practice of preaching.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 6
Credits (max): 6
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 236Special Services

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 237Understanding Church Finances

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 238Equipping the Minister's Wife () The teaching of necessary tools needed to be an3

effective minister’s wife as taught from the perspective of an experienced minister’s wife. This course is taught in a support group type of setting.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 331Church Polity () An examination of the three major forms of church government3

Congregational, Episcopal and Presbyterian.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 332Social Media and Ministry Development () Coordination and production of an3

effective radio ministry including preparation of programs for radio broadcasting, visiting radio stations, and conducting a 15 minute live radio broadcast.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 333Revivalism () A look at the great revivals and “awakenings” of the past and the3

preaching of revival sermons.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 334The Pastor and Personal Spiritual Development () An in-depth look at the pastor’s3

vocation and the acquisition of spiritual discernment to lead according to the will of God.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 336Pastoral Leadership

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 345The Biblical Family () The study of God’s plan for marriage and family. Attention is3

given to the role that the church plays in the conservation of family values.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 419Supervised Study/Research ()1-3

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 430Supervised Study and Research () A course in field research and writing designed to3

give the student firsthand experience in a specific area of interest that he/she may encounter in the pastorate. The student will be assigned to an advisor to follow him/her through the course of study.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 431Death, Illness, and Suffering

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 434Methodologies of Capital Gifts and Bond Programs () Current trends and data3

behind raising capital gifts and supportive bond programs for church-related building projects.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 435Issues Facing Today's Singles () A study of the personal and social problems facing3

singles in modern day America. The resources for guiding singles are examined with special emphasis placed on purity and God’s will for life.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 436Issues Facing Today's Seniors () A study of the personal and social problems of3

seniors in modern day America. The resources for guiding seniors are examined with special emphasis on church support and wellness in life.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 438Preaching Seminar

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 439Ministry Practicum (Capstone)

Bachelor of Arts Elective Requirements 17 Credit Hours of Electives Total of 128 Credit Hours for a Bachelor of Arts Degree UNDERGRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 440Special Topics

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 501Models of Worship

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 519Supervised Study/Research ()1-3

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 523Local Church Evangelism () Building on the biblical mandate for evangelism, the3

student will discuss personal and group methods for evangelism in a variety of settings, how to equip laity to witness, the use of apologetics, follow-up methods and current issues in evangelism. Throughout the course, the student will focus on practical application and workable solutions for evangelism in their local church.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 530Pastoral Counseling

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 531Homiletics for an Urban Audience () An intensive study of sermon construction3

to reach and minister to the urban audience. 175

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 532Church Growth Strategies

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 534Special Services () An in-depth study of worship services; i.e., weddings, funerals3

baptisms, the Lord’s Supper, baby dedications, church dedications, ordinations etc.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 535A/ 536B Supervised Research (3/) A research project in the area of pastoral care6

with the permission of the VPAA. The student will be assigned to an academic advisor to follow him/her through their research project. The institution sets the parameters.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 6
Credits (max): 6
Credit unit: Credit Hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 537Spiritual Disciplines & Discipleship

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 538Leadership for the 21st Century Church

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 630Theology of Ministry

Degree Program Elective Requirements (each course 3 credit hours - 9 hours total) 9 hours of electives in Master level Pastoral Ministries courses Total of 78 Credit Hours for a Master of Divinity Degree

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 631Sermon Preparation

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 632Sermon Delivery

Subject: PS
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 660A and B Internship ()6

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 6
Credits (max): 6
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 701Biblical Theology of Pastoral Ministry () An In-depth look at those principles3

found in scripture which provide the foundation for a theology of pastoral ministry.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 710The Art of Transforming Text into Sermon () An investigation of the process3

through which a text moves from the pages of scripture into the lives of God’s people. Students will sharpen their skills in the science of biblical interpretation and strengthen their ability to develop sermons built upon sound exegetical observations which also interest and challenge the hearers.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 720Disciplines That Revitalize the Pastor () An experiential course that immerses the3

student in the spiritual disciplines practiced by Christians through the centuries. This course will provide guidance as the student practices each of the disciplines, reflects on personal transformation, and invites members of the congregation to experience their own renovation of the heart.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 730Creating a Global Vision in the Local Church () A module designed to help the3

local church see beyond its own community and develop a global perspective of God’s activity. This course covers culturally sensitive strategies for members to become involved with believers from other parts of the world through tactical support and enrichment projects as well as short-term mission trips.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 740Professional Doctoral Project () A summative project which allows the student3

three (3) options from which to choose: 1) the development of a program to eliminate a personal weakness in pastoral leadership, 2) production of an expository commentary, or 3) the production of a publishable quality book. The Professional Doctoral Project will require approximately two hundred fifty (250) clock hours to complete, resulting in a product of one hundred fifty (150) pages.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 800Preaching the Literary Genres of Scripture () An examination of preaching that3

structures the sermon according to the particular literary form employed in the biblical passage. This course will examine the characteristics of various genres (law, narrative, wisdom, prophecy, gospel, parable and epistle), principles for interpreting each genre, guidelines for using the genre in a sermon, and suggestions for appropriate applications to contemporary faith and practice.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 805Biographical Preaching () A course that investigates a variety of preaching3

methods for making the characters of the Bible live for congregations removed from those characters by time, geography and culture. Students will have the opportunity to introduce a new friend to fellow worshipers over several weeks.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 810Crafting Illustrations and Applications () An investigation into the transforming3

power of illustration and application. This course will provide strategies and resources for a lifetime of preaching that connects with audiences in ways that can be used by the Holy Spirit to change lives.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 815Preaching through a Book of the Bible () An exploration of the value of3

expository preaching which introduces the congregation to the spiritual riches of an entire book of the 181

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 816Preaching through the Book of Romans () A course designed to assist the pastor3

introduce his/her congregation to the spiritual riches of Romans. In addition to methods for grasping the message of Romans as a whole, students will learn to unpack its smaller sections in light of the book’s purposes. The course will culminate in the preparation of a series of expository messages from the epistle.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 817Preaching through the Book of Galatians () A course designed to assist the pastor3

introduce his/her congregation to the spiritual riches of Galatians. In addition to methods for grasping the message of Galatians as a whole, students will learn to unpack its smaller sections in light of the book’s purposes. The course will culminate in the preparation of a series of expository messages from the epistle.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 818Preaching through the Pastoral Epistles () A course designed to assist the pastor3

introduce his/her congregation to the spiritual riches of Pastoral Epistles. In addition to methods for grasping the message of Pastoral Epistles as a whole, students will learn to unpack its smaller sections in light of the book’s purposes. The course will culminate in the preparation of a series of expository messages from the epistles.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 819Preaching through the Book of James () A course designed to assist the pastor3

introduce his/her congregation to the spiritual riches of James. In addition to methods for grasping the message of James as a whole, students will learn to unpack its smaller sections in light of the book’s purposes. The course will culminate in the preparation of a series of expository messages from the epistle.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 820Great Preachers and Their Messages () An opportunity to learn from the giants of3

the pulpit throughout church history, especially the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. This course introduces the lives, ministries and sermons of great preachers who impacted the world in which they ministered. Students will be challenged to learn the principles that characterized great preachers and apply them to their own journeys toward pulpit excellence.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 822Faculty Directed Research in Leadership* ()3

URBAN MINISTRY FOCUS COURSES

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 825Faculty Directed Research in Preaching* ()3

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 830The Pastor as Spiritual Guide () An exploration of the use of spiritual direction as3

a means of counseling individuals within the congregation. Students will learn practical skills for helping people apply biblical and spiritual insight to the problems which disrupt their lives.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 835Revitalizing the Stagnant Church () A seminar focusing on church revitalization3

through careful study of turnaround strategies to help churches to move from decline to a position of health. Different turnaround strategies will be identified, evaluated and compared in an effort to increase the skill level of students to lead churches in revitalization. Students will be able to design a turnaround strategy for their ministry settings.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 840Identifying and Developing Leaders in the Local Church () A course designed to3

help pastors develop leadership within their congregations. This course explores the stages of development, the needs at the various stages, and biblical examples and training that coordinate with the developmental process. 182

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 845Strategies for Long-term Ministry Effectiveness () A course that examines the3

issues which cause a pastor to lose his/her cutting edge and strategies for maintaining effectiveness over a lifetime of ministry. Students will develop and implement a personal plan for continued growth in ministry.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 850Pastoral Leadership in the Culturally Engaged Church () A study of cultural3

trends encountered by the church in the twenty-first century, appropriate strategies for turning the trends into opportunities for expanding the kingdom of God, and the pastor’s role in the implementation of the strategies in the local church.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 860Foundations of Urban Ministry () A course designed to help the student develop a3

biblical framework for urban ministry and gain an overall understanding of foundational principles for effective urban ministry. Students will learn principles to understand the diversity of urban settings, to target the needs of various people groups within an urban area, and to develop strategies for effective urban ministry within that culture.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 865Preaching to the Contemporary Listener () A study of preaching in the twenty3

first century which examines subjects such as contemporary urban culture and the nature of the contemporary listener. Students explore the use of storytelling, creative language, drama, multi-media and other innovative delivery systems.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 870Urban Church Leadership and Management () An investigation of the principles3

challenges and practices of Christian leadership in the urban context. It includes a theology of leadership, leading and managing specific ministries, working with the systems effecting life in the city, empowering people, managing change, and managing conflict effectively.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 875Issues Confronting the Urban Pastor () An examination of the internal issues3

(dwindling membership, theological controversies and spiritual vitality) and the external issues (cultural relevance, geo-political concerns and social debates) facing urban pastors. Proposals for how pastors in the city can speak to these conditions will be developed through thoughtful analysis, in-depth research and creative discussion.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 880World Religions in the City () A study of the major world religions found in every3

urban environment and the cultures associated with them. This course investigates Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism, and may include visits to local worship centers. The student will develop a Christian response to the claims of each religion as well as strategies for his/her church to present Christ productively.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 885Faculty Directed Research in Urban Ministry* ()3

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 890Developing Leadership Teams for NPOs and FBOs () A course designed to build3

the skills necessary for effective ministry and professional success by increasing the student’s understanding of leadership of and communication within teams. Students will study the literature on 183

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 890AClinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Unit I () A Doctoral Program elective3

consisting of a minimum of 400 hours of training in pastoral care at a hospital accredited by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education. PS 890B Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Unit II (3 credit hours) A continuation of PS890A. PS 890C Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Unit III (3 credit hours) A continuation of PS890B.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 895Strategic Planning from a Kingdom Perspective () An introduction to the “best3

practices” of strategic planning and evaluation of those practices in light of scripture. The course project will develop a strategic plan that incorporates both in the student’s place of ministry.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 900Marketing and Advancement Principles for NPOs and FBOs () A module that3

uses lectures, case studies, discussion and visiting speakers to explore development and advancement issues in the management of not-for-profit ministries. Emphasis will be given to: 1) fundraising (sources of support) as well as campaign planning and strategies, 2) marketing (promotional campaigns and public relations and 3) management issues (recruiting, training and organizing volunteers.)

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 905Marketplace Apologetics () An examination of the Christian’s responsibility to3

give a winsome, but rational, account of the faith in the marketplace with the goal of answering the objections of unbelievers and bolstering the confidence of other believers with whom they work.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 910Christian Ethics in the Marketplace () A study of biblical principles that guide3

and inform Christian action and decision making. This course includes a survey of scripture, major philosophical and theological perspectives that have influenced Christian thinking about ethics, and contemporary applications to the marketplace.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 915Faculty Directed Research in Marketplace Ministry* ()3

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

PS 990Special Topics in Ministry () The selection and exploration of a topic having3

contemporary relevance to the practice of ministry.

Subject: PS
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credit hours
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: www.charlottechristian.edu

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