1960-1961 Academic Catalog

341 BAPTIST HISTORY AND POLITY* A consideration of the doctrines and principles which have distinguished Baptists from earliest times to the present day. Special emphasis of the Biblical demands upon the local church in the light of the present apostasy and the ecumenical move­ ment are studied. Three credit hours 343-344 HOMILETICS** ('60-'61) A course designed to present the theory and practice of the preparation and delivery of sermons. The first semester em­ phasizes theory, the second emphasizes practice preaching. Two credit hours each semester 442 PASTORAL THEOLOGY** ('61-'62) A study of the personal life and responsibilities of the pas­ tor, his ministry both in the pulpit and in his parish. Helpful suggestions concerning visitation, business meetings, parlia­ mentary procedure, weddings, funerals, and other practical duties; organization and management of the church, training for worship and service, and successful methods of publicity and promotion are given. Two credit hours C. CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 261 METHODS OF BIBLE STUDY* An inductive study of a Bible book to develop the stu­ dent’s skill in independent Bible study. Two credit hours 262 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OF CHILDREN* The presentation of the characteristics and needs of the child, organization and administration of the children’s depart­ ments, and the methods and materials used in each department. Three credit hours 263 METHOD OF BIBLE STUDY* An inductive study of a Bible book to develop the students’ skill in independent Bible study. Two credit hours 39