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Christian Ministries
PCM 150 Intro. to Christian Ministries (2 hours)
This course provides an overview of the various avenues of Christian ministry available to servants of Christ. Emphasis is placed on personal spiritual development, the nature and work of the preaching ministry, interpersonal relationships, leadership principles, and philosophy of ministries. (Every Fall)
PCM 221 Personal Evangelism (2 hours)
A practical course in sharing the gospel with the unsaved. The student will study the Biblical mandate for evangelism and be challenged to practical application. (Every semester)
PCM 275 Ministry Leadership Practicum (2 hours)
This is a practical course which examines principles, methods, & applications of camp planning. A broad range of camping experiences will be explored, which include Christian Service Camp & retreats. Interested students may be considered for membership in camp teams which will represent CCCB in the summers.
PCM 301 Ministry Field Orientation (1 hour)
A course in which students are prepared to find ministries. Students complete a resume, philosophy of ministry, and report on readings. They also interview with the professor to determine a beneficial field experience.
PCM 302 Ministry Field Experience (2 hours)
This is a directed field work project for Bachelors students who are pursuing a degree with a ministry emphasis. This may be taken as a semester course or as a summer internship. Prerequisite: PCM 301 Ministry Field Orientation. (Every semester)
PCM 311 Theology of Worship (2 hours)
An evaluation of the church's privilege of worship done by examining the biblical roots, the historical development and the theological meaning of worship. Applications of old practices to modern worship will also be suggested. Individual worship and corporate worship will be discussed in detail. (Odd Spring)
PCM 312 New Church Evangelism (1 hour)
This course will study the needs, problems, and procedures involved in the establishment of new congregations. (Odd Fall)
PCM 320 Small Church Growth (1 hour)
A course describing how the minister can work in a small church to develop church growth principles, strong leadership, a great church attitude, and a biblical vision. (Odd Spring)
PCM 321 Church Leadership and Administration (2 hours)
An examination of efficient administrative and organizational procedures in the local church. Consideration will be given to programming, committees, delegation of responsibilities, relationships between the leaders within the congregation, and coordination of the entire program. (Even Spring)
PCM 322 Rural Ministry (1 hour)
This course is an examination of not only the importance of the rural church, but means by which the effectiveness of the ministry can be enhanced. Students will be expected to research effective practices and to collaboratively diagnose the hindrances / motivators to rural church growth. (Occasional)
PCM 323 Principles of Finance and Law (1 hour)
This course covers financial and legal concerns as they relate to Christians and religious organizations. Techniques and methods of counseling in these areas will be addressed. (Even Spring)
PCM 326 Ministry to the Elderly (1-2 hours)
This course is designed to provide the student insight into the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social processes of aging in America. Special emphasis will be given to ministering to those who are aging and the re motivation of the aging to an active life. (Occasional)
PCM 344 Women's Ministries (1-2 hours)
Selected topics concerning the roles of women in the ministry of the local church, in missions work, and in para-church organizations will be addressed. These courses are intended to give practical guidance and direction for women in fulfilling their Christian calling and work. Course structures and specific topics will vary. (Occasional)
PCM 355 Stewardship and Building Programs (2 hours)
This course introduces students to a variety of programs that can be used by church leaders to raise funds for special building projects. Students will examine strengths and weaknesses of using consultants, campaigns, and debt within the church's program. Additionally, students will learn how to involve local church members in the work of growing the church's financial and physical resources. (Occasional)
PCM 358 Ministry in a Post-Modern World (1 hour)
A discussion-driven class using Brian McClaren's The Church on the Other Side as the framework for conversation. The class will discuss: defining modern & postmodern church elements, postmodern theology, restoration language, leadership paradigms, technology, Leonard Sweet's EPIC structure of worship and implementing elements of postmodern worship in the church. (Occasional)
PCM 384 Economics of Church and Sect Growth (1 hour)
Students participate in a critical analysis of the mechanics underlying growth and decline of modern and historical sects, churches, and church groups. Special emphasis is placed on a study of modern rapid-growth sects such as Jehovah's Witnesses and Mormons. Comparative applications to modern church growth literature and the New Testament church model will be reviewed. (Occasional)
PCM 385 Church Health (2 hours)
A study of the church, its purpose, function, and development with special attention to the characteristics of church life that lead to natural, healthy growth. The course will explore the leadership skills and efforts that contribute to the development of a healthy congregation. (Even Fall)
PCM 387 Campus Ministry (2 hours)
This course provides students with basic information regarding the history and structure of campus ministry equipping them to minister on a university campus through the local church or an established campus ministry. (Odd Spring)
PCM 389 Multiple Staff Ministry (1 hour)
This course describes the dynamics of a multiple staff ministry, preparing students to minimize conflict and focus on giftedness for future service within a team ministry. (Odd Spring)
PCM 390 Independent Studies in Christian Ministries (1-4 hours)
This course is an opportunity for students to conduct independent research under the supervision of a faculty member. A minimum of 45 hours of research for each hour of credit, plus a final paper or project are required for the course.
PCM 395 Ministry Conference (1 hour)
Attendance at an approved conference focused on a specific ministry topic, combined with a debriefing paper by the student.
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