17 courses with the subject PAS, 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.
PAS 101FOUNDATIONS FOR MINISTRY One hour credit
An exploration of the biblical foundation for ministry, the “call” to ministry and the basic rationale and approach to ministry preparation. Open to freshmen and current transfers. Required of all majors in the department. Other students may be allowed to take this course with the permission of the Department Chairperson, but this course does not count toward the 18-hour religion requirement.
An overview of the implications of Divine “call” upon a human life and an introduction to the holistic model for a God-called person. The methodology will include an off-campus retreat. Required of all freshmen and new transfers majoring in Pastoral Ministry.
A study of the biblical and classical Christian disciplines and their relationship to effec- tive contemporary ministry. Open to sophomores and current transfers. Required of all majors in the department. Other students may be allowed to take this course with the per- mission of the Department Chairperson, but this course does not count toward the 18-hour religion requirement.
An assessment of one’s ministerial identity in view of God’s call, personal abilities and spiritual giftedness. The methodology will include an off-campus retreat. Required of all sophomores majoring in Pastoral Ministry. Prerequisites: PAS101, 102,201.
A workshop in sermon construction and delivery. Special attention will be given to those elements of craftsmanship, style, and theological understanding basic to persuasive preach- ing. Students will preach and participate in feedback with fellow students and the instructor.
A study of the ministry of the laity in the life of the church. Special attention will be given to description, biblical example, theological mandates and current models/methodologies.
A study of Pentecostal Christian formation, It focuses on both the content and the process of Christian formation in the Pentecostal faith tradition. Open to juniors only. Required of all majors in the department. Other students may be allowed to take this course with the permission of the Department Chairperson, but this course does not count toward the 18-hour religion requirement.
A biblical and practical approach to Pentecostal worship in the local church with empha- sis on special occasions such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, communion, and dedications. The study includes development of a biblical theology and practical philosophy of worship, a historical and contemporary overview, and the planning of each aspect of a service as well as the various types in order for worship to be developed and maintained.
PAS 352THE CHURCH AND SOCIAL PROBLEMS Three hours credit
A consideration of the church’s role and function in the light of history and with special reference to the rapidly changing aspects of human need and social resources. Emphasis will be on the church’s involvement in the emerging problems in American life. Prerequisite: SOC 211.
The problems and methods of expository preaching will be explored and selected pas- sages studied with a view to discussing and using their exegetical and expository values.
PAS 365PRACTICUM IN PASTORAL STUDIES Two hours credit
A practicum giving the student supervised experience in a ministry setting. It is designed to give a broad-based foundation in Christian ministry through a combination of participa- tion, observation, and reflection under supervision. A minimum of 150 hours in the minister- ial setting is required. Prerequisites: Major in Pastoral Ministry or Bible and Theology, com- pletion of 18 hours in the major including PAS 301, and junior classification.
A capstone course providing an opportunity for the senior student to reflect on personal relationships, theological development and methods of ministry. Developing a resume, further education and ministerial placement are also topics of discussion. Each student will present a 15-20 page paper on his/her Theology/Philosophy of Ministry which will remain on file in the department. Other students may be allowed to take this course with the permission of the Department Chairperson, but it does not count toward the 18-hour religion requirement.
A study of pastoral ministry with emphasis on the shepherding model. It will also include the issues of credibility, leadership styles, mission, vision, compensation and housing as well as those related to the model.
A study of pastoral ministry with emphasis on the enabling model. Particular attention will be given to areas of pressure and pitfall (problem people, temptations and burnout), bud- geting and administration.
The pastoral practice of counseling emphasizing context, attitudinal orientation, tech- niques, procedures, and essential information, Prerequisites: PSY 211 and PAS 461, 462. 465. PRACTICUM Two hours credit A continuation of Pastoral Studies 365. The experience is largely determined by the area of vocational choices. A total of 150 hours work in the local church is required. Prerequisites: Major in Pastoral Ministry or Bible and Theology, PAS 401, and senior classification.
