1978-1979 Academic Catalog

Biblical Education Professors: Robert G. Gromacki, Chairman; Jae!\ R. Riggs Associate Professors: Richard D. Durham, Jean Fisher, James M. Grier, Richard T. Mcintosh Assistant Professor: Donald A. Parvin Part-time Faculty: Martin Clark, Paul Dixon, James T. Jeremiah, George L. Lawlor, Lee C. Turner The Department of Biblical Education is comprised of A) Biblical Studies, B) Phi– losophy and Religion, C) Theology, D) Practical Theology, E) Biblical Languages, and F) Christian Education. This department seeks to provide a Biblical foundation for a liberal arts educa– tion, presenting the great truths of the Scripture by studying correct principles of interpretation and proper application in order that the student may be an effective witness for Christ regardless of the vocation which he may be led to pursue. It also seeks to lay a good foundation for those persons called of God into full-time voca– tional Christian ministries. The pre-seminary Bible major is basically designed for students anticipating graduate work. It provides a sufficient foundation in Biblical subjects and the Greek language plus enables the student to select elective courses from other depart– ments which would enrich his personal and professional development. This is an ideal program for that person who believes that God is directing him into the pasto– ral, missionary, or teaching ministry after investing at least seven years in college and seminary preparation. Seminary candidates should also consult seminary cat– alogs to determine specific undergraduate requirements and adjust their program at Cedarville College accordingly. The purpose of the Biblical Education Comprehensive major is to provide an ed– ucation for that person who upon graduation will go out directly as a director of Christian Education, a youth pastor or worker, a missionary candidate, an evangel– ist, or as a pastor. Within this program, certain vocational emphases can be gained through course selection and supervised field experiences. Future Christian Edu– cation directors and youth workers can gain a minor in Christian Education within the major program besides a practicum in their area of interest. Pastoral candi– dates can elect an internship in pastoral ministries. Missionary prospects can se– lect courses from both within and without the department which will give this em– phasis to their preparation. These courses are especially recommended: Religion and Culture, Missions Survey, Contemporary World Missions, Independent Study in Missions, Missions Seminar, Missionary Internship plus area history and geogra– phy courses. In addition, missionary candidates should consult mission boards for specific course suggestions. Requirements for a Biblical Education Comprehensive Major. Ninety quar– ter hours from these areas: Biblical Studies ............................ 30-35 Practical Theology ..................... 10-15 Theology..................................... 15-20 Christian Education ................... 25-30 Philosophy may count up to 10 hrs.