5 courses with the subject PCH, 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.
PCH 130PZ Preaching the Gospel
(formerly PRAX 130 PZ Preaching the Gospel) This course is an introduction to the theology, methods, and practice of the oral tradition of proclamation. This course provides a general introduction to the task of preaching. Students will distinguish and analyze: 1) the place of preaching in the context of the worshipping assembly; 2) the theological work of preaching as part of the practice of Christian ministry; and 3) the techniques and methodologies that various preachers use in the preparation and delivery of sermons. Fulfills MDiv Preaching the Gospel requirement, or MA/MAML/MAPL Praxis option, or free elective. [No prerequisites]. Limited to 20 students.
A look at trends in 21st century preaching, including cutting edge formats, use of social media and technology, engaging new delivery modes, and trends from the contemporary and Emerging Church. Analysis of how preachers need to engage issues of Postmodernity and changing modes of engagement will be explored. Students will be expected to preach. Free elective or MA Professional track specialization [Prerequisite: PCH 130].
PCH 470IP Thriving, Dying, Merging, and Emerging Congregational Leadership
This course explores the developmental, systemic, leadership, and missional dynamics of congregations that are beginning, ending, and changing. In case studies of real life congregations, we will identify possible best practices and explore what adaptive leadership skills are to help congregations navigate Church in today's world. MA/MAPL Praxis option, or free elective [No prerequisites]. Also applies toward the Town and Country Church Ministry specialization; MA Professional track specialization.
A focus on the issues of pastoral leadership and the various ways one’s race, gender and sexuality influence individual leadership style and the perception of that leadership style by others. We will explore each participant’s personal gifts and makeup in order to discover how different styles of leadership may be beneficial to them in pastoral leadership. Fulfills MA Public Theology option, or MA Praxis option, or free elective. Applies to the Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies concentration/specialization. [No prerequisites]
PCH 711ZM History of African American Preaching II [DMin cohort only]
(formerly PRAX 711 ZM History of African American Preaching II [DMin cohort only]) This course analyzes the general history of African American Christian preaching (1960-Present). African American theological and rhetorical characteristics will be identified through lectures and study of African American preachers and their sermons. Students will be exposed to a wide range of preachers who have made a significant contribution to preaching as well as their homiletical methodology. Presentations will include biographical material, homiletical setting, theology and motifs, and both written and visual sermon presentations. Discussions will center on African American preachers and the changing landscape of African American preaching. Enrollment limited to students admitted to DMin Black Church cohort.
