18 courses with the subject MNST, 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.
This course is an overview of the biblical foundations necessary for effective ministry. The importance of the teaching ministry will be examined as a means of grounding ministry in the scripture as core content for ministry. (Offered fall semester, odd-numbered years.)
This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at a lower- level of study (appropriate for freshmen or sophomore academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics. (Offered by department discretion.)
A supervised learning experience in a cross-cultural setting that provides one with initial exposure to relevant professional activities. Supervision of the practicum is a shared responsibility between the faculty advisor and on-site supervisor. This course may be repeated; a maximum of three 3 hours may be used to satisfy degree requirements. Prerequisite: INDS 3610, consent of the student’s advisor and department chair or designee. (Offered by department discretion.)
This course focuses on individual experiences in discipleship, personal sanctification, and evangelism in contemporary society. Special attention will be given to the art of persuasion and its link to communication theory. The importance of perseverance in the faith of those who come to know Christ through evangelistic efforts is ultimately highlighted. (Offered fall semesters, even years.)
This course will work to develop a coherent ministry vision based on unchanging theology and changing cultural contexts. Based on Reformed theological orthodoxy, students will learn how theology has implications on how to see ministry and what to do in ministry by participating in ethnographic studies of different location and peoples. It will provide a foundation for how students can articulate, communicate, and live out doctrine in a specific place and time—whether an urban neighborhood, a rural farming community, a cross-cultural location, or working with youth. (Offered Spring, even years)
This course exists to prepare and equip future ministry leaders to the ever-changing landscape of Christian ministry. Topics covered may include: Social Justice and diversity issues, the sex-abuse crisis, ministry burnout, celebrity culture, counseling, etc.
Balance of General Education Curriculum ...................................................................................... 52 Christian Ministries Major Curriculum ............................................................................................................ 50-52
An intensive, quality, structured learning opportunity that immerses students in appropriate professional contexts. Supervision of the internship is a shared responsibility between the faculty advisor and on-site supervisor. This course may be repeated; a maximum of six (6) hours may be used to satisfy degree requirements. Prerequisite: INDS 3610, consent of the student’s advisor and department chair or designee, junior standing. (Offered by department discretion.)
This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at an upper- level of study (appropriate for junior or senior academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics. (Offered by department discretion.)
Students may Choose to participate in a directed study of their own choice contingent on faculty availability. Credit varies from 1-3 hours although a student can repeat for up to six hours of credit. Prerequisite: Junior status or above. A career GPA of 2.5 and approval of the department chair is required. (Offered by department discretion.) 264
Students will meet in an intensive format to discuss current issues in ministry and church administration. This course will cover topics of church growth, administration, worship, as well as trends and issues in ministry in a seminar style format. Prerequisite: Senior status. (Offered every spring).
A course to equip students in both the theory and practice of the spiritual disciplines. This course focuses on our personal relationship with God. We will seek to develop an understanding of the necessary aspects of personal spiritual maturation through the evaluation of Scripture and through self-reflection and practice. Second, this course will emphasize theories about the stages of faith and moral development as those theories relate to Christ-centered ministries. (Offered spring semesters, odd years.)
The power of communicating the Gospel message effectively resides in the operations of the Holy Spirit and the prayer life of the presenter. This course explores in-depth the person and work of the Holy Spirit in evangelism as well as the key elements of effectual prayer. Students will reflect on the movement of the Holy Spirit in their lives as they develop a plan for prayer in their ministries. Some attention will be giving to the nature of spiritual warfare and the call to personal holiness. (Offered fall semester, odd-numbered years).
This course lays the foundation from which effective evangelism will be launched. The class accomplishes this in three stages. The first centers on mastering the very message of the Gospel centered on the cross and resurrection of Jesus and developing skills in sharing the Gospel with others. The second lesson takes seriously the topic of sin: its origins as recounted in the Bible, its consequences in the eternal life of the individual and its systemic effects in the world, and our need of Christ's saving death and resurrection. The third stage focuses on the 112
This course teaches to communicate effectively the gospel message in preaching. With the Bible as the foundation, students will develop understanding in the essential qualities and preparation of an evangelistic message understanding contextual dynamics, which affect an effective presentation of the Gospel, the skills necessary to delivering the Gospel in a winsome and effective way, and appropriate and effective methods for inviting people to respond to the Gospel message.
The power of communicating the Gospel message effectively resides in the operations of the Holy Spirit and the prayer life of the presenter. This course explores in-depth the person and work of the Holy Spirit in evangelism as well as the key elements of effectual prayer. Students will reflect on the movement of the Holy Spirit in their lives as they develop a plan for prayer in their ministries. Some attention will be given to the nature of spiritual warfare and the call to personal holiness.
Students will meet in an intensive format to discuss current issues in ministry and church administration. This course will cover topics of church growth, administration, worship, as well as trends and issues in ministry in a seminar style format.
Source: Montreat College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
