7 courses with the subject MISS, 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.
Exploring the mission of the church to make disciples of all nations, this course reviews the history of missions and strategies for engaging different cultures with the Gospel. Emphasis will be placed on God's plan for global evangelization and the role of culture in missions.
"Cultural Anthropology" explores the social, economic, political, and religious similarities and differences among the world's cultures. Emphasis will be placed on identifying common grounds for effective gospel communication and understanding how cultural insights can enhance ministerial approaches.
"Demographics" teaches students how to interpret and apply Census data and surveys to understand community needs. This knowledge can inform both new church plants and the development of existing congregations. Emphasis will be placed on matching ministry initiatives to community profiles, recognizing cultural groupings, and identifying opportunities for church growth and service. 119
Offering a new perspective on fundraising, students are equipped to engage with donors in a manner that fosters deep, transformational relationships. Emphasis will be placed on developing a fundraising approach that emphasizes spiritual connections and stewardship.
"Church Planting" examines successful models from Scripture and contemporary examples, highlighting key principles for starting and nurturing new church communities. Emphasis will be placed on understanding church growth dynamics and applying them in various cultural contexts.
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of the missionary journey, from discerning the call to missions to the practicalities of life on the mission field. Students will examine topics such as the theological basis for missions, cultural adaptation, language learning, and the dynamics of mission team collaboration. Practical aspects such as support raising, field selection, and navigating family life in a foreign culture will also be addressed. Emphasis will be placed on applying biblical principles to real- world scenarios, developing strategies for effective cross-cultural ministry, and fostering resilience and spiritual health in challenging environments. Through interactive lectures, case studies, and guest speakers, students will gain insights into both the joys and trials of missionary work.
"Indigenous Church Leadership" focuses on developing churches that are self-sustaining, self-governing, and self-propagating, based on biblical principles and sensitive to cultural contexts. Emphasis will be placed on training leaders within the church and addressing common challenges in missions.
Source: Mid-South Christian College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
