2017-2018 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

BTCM-3680 Children’s Ministries –Fa, Sp 4 hours Principles from Scripture are examined to prepare a biblical philosophy for ministry to children in light of developmental characteristics and contemporary sociological factors. Students are equipped to utilize creative, interactive strategies for teaching the Bible and to develop effective age-appropriate ministry programs. Course consists of three weekly class sessions and a two-hour teaching lab. Prerequisites: BTCM-2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; major or minor status or permission of the instructor. BTCM-3685 3 hours Children’s Ministries for Non-Majors –Fa, Sp Principles from Scripture are examined to prepare a biblical philosophy for ministry to children in light of developmental characteristics and contemporary sociological factors. Students are equipped to utilize creative, interactive strategies for teaching the Bible and to develop effective age-appropriate ministry programs. Course consists of three weekly class sessions but does not include the teaching lab. BTCM-3700 Campus Ministries –Sp 4 hours Principles from Scripture are examined to prepare a biblical philosophy for ministry to junior high and senior high youth in light of developmental characteristics and contemporary sociological factors. Students are equipped to utilize creative, interactive strategies for teaching the Bible and to develop effective age- appropriate ministry programs. Course consists of three weekly class sessions and a two-hour teaching lab. Prerequisites: BTCM- 2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; major or minor status or permission of the instructor. BTCM-3705 Campus Ministries for Non-Majors –Sp 3 hours Principles from Scripture are examined to prepare a biblical philosophy for ministry to junior high and senior high youth in light of developmental characteristics and contemporary sociological factors. Students are equipped to utilize creative, interactive strategies for teaching the Bible and to develop effective age- appropriate ministry programs. Course consists of three weekly class sessions but does not include the teaching lab. (Fee: $20) BTCM-3720 Adult Ministries –Fa 4 hours Principles from Scripture are examined to prepare a biblical philosophy for ministry to adults in light of developmental characteristics and contemporary sociological factors. Students are equipped to utilize creative, interactive strategies for teaching the Bible and to develop effective age-appropriate ministry programs. Course consists of three weekly class sessions and a two-hour teaching lab. Prerequisites: BTCM-2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; major or minor status or permission of the instructor. BTCM-3725 Adult Ministries for Non-Majors –Fa 3 hours Principles from Scripture are examined to prepare a biblical philosophy for ministry to adults in light of developmental characteristics and contemporary sociological factors. Students are equipped to utilize creative, interactive strategies for teaching the Bible and to develop effective age-appropriate ministry programs. Course consists of three weekly class sessions but does not include the teaching lab. BTCM-4100 3 hours Leadership of Christian Educational Ministries –Sp An examination of models of leadership for Christian ministries, emphasizing practical issues such as developing mission and vision statements, creating effective leadership teams, and the strategic planning, implementation, and oversight of ministries. For youth ministry and Christian education majors, this must be the final course taken from the sequence of the required BTCM courses. Prerequisites: For CE and youth ministries majors: BTCM-2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; BTCM-3680 Children’s Ministries; BTCM-3700 Campus Ministries; BTCM- 3720 Adult Ministries. No prerequisites for non-majors. (Fee: $75) BTCM-4300 Teaching Ministry of the Church –Fa 3 hours Course focuses on the practice of expressing biblical and theological content in written documents and/or teaching curriculum for various audiences and settings. Attention is given to the variety of delivery methods for expositional teaching available within a church’s ministry. (Crosslisted with BTAT) (dual-listed with BTAT/BTCM-6300 Teaching Ministry of the Church) BTCM-4740 Internship in Christian Ministries 3–12 hours A mentored and evaluated ministry experience under the direction of a qualified filed mentor. This is an opportunity to utilize and develop knowledge and skills from classes in a ministry context appropriate for student interest and preparation. Repeatable up to 12 hours. Capstone course. Prerequisites: 1) Approval of the faculty of the School of Biblical and Theological Studies. 2) Senior academic status. 3) Completion of the following five courses: BTAT-2350 Theological Foundations of Ministry; BTCM-2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; BTCM-3680, 3700, or 3720 Children’s Ministries, Campus Ministries, or Adult Ministries; BTAT-2400 Personal Evangelism or BTAT-3410 Discipleship; and one course in ministry concentration area. Credit/No Credit. BTCM-4750 Internship inYouth Ministries 3–12 hours A mentored and evaluated youth experience under the direction of a qualified youth minister. This is an opportunity to utilize and develop knowledge and skills from classes in a youth ministry context appropriate for student’s interest and preparation. Capstone course. Repeatable to 12 hours. Prerequisites: 1) Approval of the faculty of the School of Biblical and Theological Studies. 2) Senior academic status. 3) Completion of the following five courses: BTAT-2350 Theological Foundations of Ministry; BTCM-2200 Introduction to Youth Ministry; BTCM- 2400 Interpreting and Teaching the Bible; BTCM-3700 Campus Ministries; BTAT-2400 Personal Evangelism or BTAT-3410 Discipleship. Credit/No Credit. BTCM-4900 1–3 hours Independent Study in Christian Education –Fa, Sp, Su Students will investigate a significant topic or Scripture passage of special interest with a view toward integration of knowledge. BTCM-4990 Topics in Christian Education –Fa, Sp 1–3 hours Investigation of special topics in Bible and theology, that have intrinsic worth and engage student interest. Permission of instructor required for non-majors. Bible and Theology — General Education (BTGE) BTGE-1720 Spiritual Formation –Fa, Sp, Su 3 hours The nature and process of spiritual formation is examined from a biblical perspective with an emphasis upon the practice of spiritual disciplines. The course undergirds students with a theology of the Bible and an introduction to the inductive method of Bible study. BTGE-1725 The Bible and the Gospel –Fa, Sp, 3 hours An introductory course on the nature of the Bible, helpful tools for biblical interpretation, biblical practices that engender growing in spiritual maturity, and the Gospel-sharing task of all believers. Topics of emphasis include the content and appeal of the Gospel, the Holy Spirit’s role in inspiring the Bible and in applying the Bible to the believer’s life, gaining a valid interpretation of the author’s textual meaning, and the role of the local church in spiritual growth. BTGE-2730 Old Testament Literature –Fa, Sp, Su 3 hours Survey of the entire Old Testament, giving special attention to authorship, historical background, and the theme of each book with attention to literary genre. This study traces the history of the Hebrew nation from its origin to the time of Jesus Christ. Prerequisites: BTGE-1725 The Bible and the Gospel. 2017–18 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Page 219 Course Descriptions BTCM-3680 – BTGE-2730 BIBLICAL AND THEOLOGICAL STUDIES