Christian Ministries (CM)

CM 4401 History and Philosophy of Christian Education (3 credit hours)

An integrated study of the historical and philosophical developments which have influenced Christian education. The course traces the development of Christian education throughout history to the present day. The philosophies and methods of significant Christian educators are considered in their historical settings. Contemporary trends are noted.

CM 4430 Introduction to Education Administration (3 credit hours)

A general study of the educational ministry in the local church. Specific components in the development of the various organizations are examined. Approaches to leadership theories, roles, ministries, and training are studied briefly.

CM 4440 The Church Staff (3 credit hours)

A study of the development of a church staff. Consideration is given to the qualifications and duties of staff members, to staff relationships, and to the place of each staff member in carrying out the functions of the church.

CM 4450 Principles of Teaching 1 (3 credit hours)

A foundational study of biblical and educational principles of teaching. Specific attention is given to the principles, forms, and methods of Jesus. Individual and group-teaching projects expose students to a practical application of teaching principles.

CM 4452 Principles of Teaching 2 (3 credit hours)

This course combines the principles of effective lesson preparation with those of lesson delivery in which students deliver biblically based lessons before the professor and class members. The content and delivery of each lesson are evaluated by means of class discussion, written evaluation, and videotape. It is designed to help the student enhance his or her teaching ability. Principles of Teaching 1,

Prerequisite(s): CM 4450
CM 4480 Developing a Sunday School (3 credit hours)

A study of the philosophy and methodology of developing a Sunday school in a local church to promote evangelism, Bible study, and church growth.

CM 4482 Church Growth Through the Sunday School (3 credit hours)

A study of church growth principles applied to the Sunday school to produce qualitative and quantitative growth of local churches.

CM 4484 Introduction to Christian Ministries (3 credit hours)

An integrated study of the development of Christian education. Consideration is given to the foundations of Christian education, the outstanding patterns of education, the teaching/learning process, and the philosophy and methodology of Christian education practice within the context of a local church.

CM 4505 Ministry Relationship Skills (3 credit hours)

A study of the relationship skills necessary for an effective ministry. Consideration is given to the skills necessary for establishing and maintaining effective relationships in the church. Barriers to communication, the development of listening, assertive, and conflict management skills are examined. Qualities that foster improved communication, such as genuineness, empathy, and non-possessive love, are also given consideration.

CM 4510 Education Curriculum (3 credit hours)

A study of educational curriculum and development. Consideration is given to choosing and writing curriculum that aids teachers in an effective Bible teaching ministry.

CM 4552 Church Ministry (3 credit hours)

A practical course to help the student prepare for ministry in the church. It deals with the administration of educational programming, the role of age-graded ministers, issues of leadership, recruitment of church leaders, church-wide evangelism and discipleship and other related matters.

CM 4558 Biblical Womanhood (3 credit hours)

This course examines the lives and ministries of women in the Bible as well as key passages for understanding God's unique plan for women. This amplified study of womanhood in the Old and New Testaments serves to establish a foundation for systematizing a consistent and non-contradictory pattern and plan for biblical womanhood throughout the generations and especially for the present era.

CM 4562 Cultural Influences on Women (3 credit hours)

A historical analysis of womanhood throughout the ages. The historical foundations of American feminism and its effect upon modern culture, specifically in regards to the church, will be covered. Attention will be given to such topics as the modern manifestations of ancient goddess worship and the negative cultural implications of the Feminist Theology movement.

CM 4563 Women in Church History (3 credit hours)

This course is a survey of women in the history of the church. Beginning with a review of the Bible's treatment of women and their role in the church, the course will examine chronologically the position and contributions of women in the history of the church as well as leading Christian women of different eras. Women's roles in the early church, the medieval church, the Protestant Reformation, the Puritan era, the Great Awakening, 19th-century philanthropy and reform, and missions will all be considered.

CM 4610 Childhood and Youth Education in the Church (3 credit hours)

An objective study of the ministry of the preschool, children, and youth divisions in the local church. Specific emphasis is given to the developmental stages of childhood. Consideration is also given to the knowledge of skills needed in developing effective workers. This course is also designed to equip leaders to integrate a comprehensive youth educational ministry based on the five biblical functions of the church. Emphasis will be given to factors that relate to youth education such as youth mental and physical development, the enlistment and training of youth lay leaders, and forming a sound intentional and biblical philosophy for youth ministry.

CM 4660 Adult Education in the Church (3 credit hours)

An objective study of adult ministry in the local church. Specific emphasis is given to the educational needs of singles, young adults, median adults, and senior adults. Consideration is also given to the skills needed to develop effective adult leaders.

CM 7401 History and Philosophy of Christian Education (3 credit hours)

An integrated study of the historical and philosophical developments which have influenced Christian education. The course traces the development of Christian education throughout history to the present day. The philosophies and methods of significant Christian educators are considered in their historical settings. Contemporary trends are noted.

CM 7430 Introduction to Education Administration (3 credit hours)

A general study of the educational ministry in the local church. Specific components in the development of the various organizations are examined. Approaches to leadership theories, roles, ministries, and training are studied briefly.

CM 7440 The Church Staff (3 credit hours)

A study of the development of a church staff. Consideration is given to qualifications and duties of staff members, to staff relationships, and to the place of each staff member in carrying out the functions of the church.

CM 7450 Principles of Teaching 1 (3 credit hours)

A foundational study of biblical and educational principles of teaching. Specific attention is given to the principles, forms, and methods of Jesus. Individual and group teaching projects expose students to a practical application of teaching principles.

CM 7452 Principles of Teaching 2 (3 credit hours)

This class is a continuation of CM 7450 and focuses on educational methodologies used for effective teaching. Attention is given to the development of critical thinking and the recognition of learning styles in learners.

CM 7484 Introduction to Christian Ministries (3 credit hours)

An integrated study of the development of Christian education. Consideration is given to the foundations of Christian education, the outstanding patterns of education, the teaching learning process, and the philosophy and methodology of Christian education practice within the context of a local church.

CM 7510 Education Curriculum (3 credit hours)

A study of educational curriculum and development. Consideration is given to choosing and writing curriculum that aids teachers in an effective Bible teaching ministry.

CM 7552 Church Ministries (3 credit hours)

A practical course to help the student prepare for ministry in the church. It deals with the administration of educational programming, the role of age-graded ministers, issues of leadership, recruitment of church leaders, church-wide evangelism and discipleship, and other related matters.

CM 7562 Cultural Influences on Women ( credit hours)

A historical analysis of womanhood throughout the ages. The historical foundations of American Feminism and its effect upon modern culture, specifically in regards to the church, will be covered. Attention will be given to such topics as the modern manifestations of ancient goddess worship and the negative cultural implications of the Feminist Theology movement

CM 7563 Women in Church History ( credit hours)

This course is a survey of women in the history of the church. Beginning with a review of the Bible's treament of women and their role in the church, the course will examine chronologically the position and contributions of women in the hisotry of the church as well as leading Christian women of different eras. Women's roles in the early church, the medieval church, the Protestant Reformation, the Puritan era, the Great Awakening, 109th-century philanthropy and reform, and missions will all be considered.

CM 7564 Ministry to Young Women (3 credit hours)

This"how to" course will provide a study of the biblical basis for ministry to teenage and college-age young women and the essentials for developing and implementing such ministries in the local church setting. This course will provide a study of the various issues and tough topics facing the church in reaching, teaching, and ministering to this age group in today's culture.

CM 7610 Childhood/Youth Education in the Church (3 credit hours)

An objective study of the ministry of the preschool, children, and youth divisions in the local church. Specific emphasis is given to the developmental stages of childhood. Consideration is also given to the knowledge of skills needed in developing effective children's division workers. This course is also designed to equip leaders to integrate a comprehensive youth educational ministry based on the five biblical functions of the church. Emphasis will be given to factors that relate to youth education, such as youth mental and physical development, the enlistment and training of youth lay leaders, and forming a sound, intentional, and biblical philosophy for youth ministry.

CM 7660 Adult Education in the Church (3 credit hours)

An objective study of adult ministry in the local church. Specific emphasis is given to the educational needs of singles, young adults, median adults, and senior adults. Consideration is also given to the skills needed to develop effective adult leaders.

CM 7670 Christian Ministry Capstone (3 credit hours)

An integrated study of the development of Christian education. Consideration is given to the foundations of Christian education, the outstanding patterns of education, the teaching/learning process, and the philosophy and methodology of Christian education praxis within the context of a local church.