1. Practicum Studies in Ministry Program:
Theological education should equip a person for real life
experience. Therefore, Covenant Bible Seminary offers a practical
education program in ministry, under an approved Biblical ministry for academic
credit to students who have a baccalaureate degree or the
equivalency. Upon approval by the Dean, other mature students may be
admitted to this Program.
Academic
credit for supervised practicum in a Biblical ministry accrue at a rate of four
(4) quarter credit hours per 100 hours of practical experience. No
more than forty-eight (48) quarter credit hours may be applied to any given
degree program offered by the Seminary. This program may be
completed in no less than one (1) year and no more than four (4) year.
This
Practicum Study in Ministry Program includes: chaplaincy, pastoring, parish administration, youth
missions, Christian education, elder care, institutional
ministries, such as prisons and mental hospitals, plus many
more that may be of interest to the student in ministry. In these
settings the student's activities are supervised and evaluated by an ordained
minister or qualified supervisor. Please contact the Academic Dean
for more information concerning this Ministry Program.
Please
contact the Academic Dean for more information concerning this program.
2. The Master of Biblical Studies (M.B.S.) Degree
Program:
The basic structure of the M.B.S. degree requires forty-five (45) quarter
credit hours beyond the baccalaureate degree if the student majored in
Biblical Studies in undergraduate courses. Ninety (90) quarter
credit hours are required if the student comes with a secular degree (did not
major in Biblical Studies in undergraduate courses).
This
program may be completed in either Resident or Independent Study, consisting of
subjects offered from the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) Degree
Program. All courses are on a 500 level or above.
Students who are qualified and desire to transfer their credits into the M.Div.
Degree Program may do so prior to earning the M.B.S. Degree. Once
credits are used to earn a degree, they may not be used again to complete
another degree program. However, at the written request of the
student, the Seminary may make a rescission of the M.B.S. Degree and permit the
student to upgrade it by applying those Credits toward the Master of Divinity
Degree Program, which requires a total of 135 quarter credit hours, beyond the
baccalaureate degree, or its equivalency, at the Seminary.
Electives: Arrangements for
these elective subjects are to be made with the approval of the Academic Dean,
from the Master of Divinity Degree Program curriculum.
Thesis
(3 Credits):
A detailed study on a graduate level is required, containing at least 10,000
words, prepared by the student in an area of Biblical concentration. The
student's thesis proposal must be submitted to and approved by the Dean at the
beginning of the quarter. Two copies are to be filed with the Registrar's
Office four (4) weeks prior to graduation. Three (3) quarter credit hours are
granted for the completed and approved thesis.
3. Master of Divinity (M.Div)
Degree Program:
This Program of Biblical and Theological Studies is only for qualified college
graduates, with a baccalaureate degree, or its equivalency. It
requires a minimum of one-hundred-thirty-five (135) quarter credit hours.
Qualified students who desire to be admitted to this Program, but do not have a
working knowledge of Greek will be admitted and be awarded the Master of
Divinity Degree in Practical Theology upon completion of all the requirements of
this Program.
Electives: Arrangements for elective subjects are to be made, with the
approval of the Academic Dean, from Resident or Independent Study subjects as
shown in this M.Div. Degree Program; the Master of Theology Degree Program or
the Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) Degree Program.
Thesis (4 Credits): A Biblical theological paper on a graduate level
with a minimum of 15,000 words is to be prepared. The student's
thesis proposal must be submitted to and approved by the Dean at the beginning
of the quarter. Two copies are to be filed with the Registrar's
office four (4) weeks prior to graduation. Four (4) quarter credit
hours are granted for the completed and approved thesis.
a.
The Curriculum example is as follows:
CURRICULUM
EXAMPLE FOR THE MASTER OF DIVINITY DEGREE
TABLE OF SUBJECTS
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Fall |
Winter |
Spring |
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First Year |
Credits |
First Year |
Credits |
First Year |
Credits |
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E-610 Biblical Hermeneutics |
3 |
E-620 NT Introduction I |
3 |
E-630 NT Introduction II |
3 |
|
E-611 Selected Psalms I |
3 |
E-621 Selected Psalms II |
3 |
E-631 OT Introduction |
3 |
|
H-612 Church History I |
3 |
H-622 Church History II |
3 |
s-614 Christian Apologetics |
3 |
|
S-613 Introduction to Scripture |
3 |
S-632 Law and Gospel |
3 |
P-625 Evangelism Outreach |
3 |
|
P-615 Homiletics I |
3 |
P-624 Homiletics II |
3 |
P-634 Homiletics III |
3 |
|
15 |
15 |
15 |
|
Second Year |
Credits |
Second Year |
Credits |
Second Year |
Credits |
|
E-710 OT Introduction |
3 |
E-720 Luke |
3 |
E-730 Galatians |
3 |
|
E-711 Genesis |
3 |
E-721 Jeremiah |
3 |
E-731 Pastoral Epistles |
3 |
|
E-712 Matthew |
3 |
H-722 Church History IV |
3 |
E-732 Isaiah |
3 |
|
H-712 Church History III |
3 |
S-723 Dogmatics II: Man |
3 |
S-733 Dogmatics III: Redemption |
3 |
|
S-713 Dogmatics I: God |
3 |
P-725 Worship Services |
3 |
P-734 Bible Teaching Methods |
3 |
|
15 |
15 |
15 |
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Third Year |
Credits |
Third Year |
Credits |
Third Year |
Credits |
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E-810 John |
3 |
E-820 Romans |
3 |
E-830 Hebrews |
3 |
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S-811 Dogmatics IV: Holy Spirit |
3 |
E-821 The Minor Prophets |
3 |
H-831 Church History V |
3 |
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S-812 Comparative Theology |
3 |
S-822 Dogmatics V: Means of Grace |
3 |
S-833 Dogmatics VI: Eschatology |
3 |
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P-813 Pastoral Counseling |
3 |
P-824 Christian Education |
3 |
P-834 Thesis |
4 |
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P-814 Church Outreach |
3 |
P-827 Parish Administration |
3 |
P-835 Revelation |
3 |
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15 |
15 |
16 |
Subjects
may be substituted by electives approved by the Academic Dean.
135 Credits required for graduation beyond the baccalaureate degree.
b.
Description of Courses and Subjects:
The curriculum is divided into four theological divisions: Exegetical;
Historical; Systematic; and Practical Theology. The
subject numbering system indicates the intended level of intensity for each
subject.
EXEGETICAL THEOLOGY:
E-610 BIBLICAL HERMENEUTICS (3)
This subject is an evaluation of the history and methods of the science of
Biblical interpretation.
E-611 SELECTED PSALMS I. (3)
E-621 SELECTED PSALMS II. (3)
These subjects are composed of a general introduction to the Psalms and the
exposition of selected Psalms.
E-620 NEW TESTAMENT INTRODUCTION I. (3)
E-630 NEW TESTAMENT INTRODUCTION II. (3)
These subjects survey the content of the New Testament with a brief analysis of
each book and careful study of selected texts. A study of an
individual book of the N.T. may be offered by Independent Study or Resident Study, subject to the approval of the
Dean.
E-631 OLD TESTAMENT INTRODUCTION I. (3)
E-710 OLD TESTAMENT INTRODUCTION II. (3)
These subjects survey the content of the Old Testament with a brief analysis of
each book and careful study of selected texts. A study of an
individual book of the O.T. may be offered by Independent Study or Resident Study, subject to the approval of the
Dean..
E-711 GENESIS (3)
An in-depth study is presented with special reference to the first eleven
chapters and the Messianic content of the entire book.
E-712 MATTHEW (3)
An in-depth study is presented with emphasis on structure, background, Judaism,
use of the Old Testament and the synoptic parallels.
E-720 LUKE (3)
An in-depth study is presented with special reference to the orderly narrative
of the life of Christ as seen by eyewitnesses, the parables of Jesus and the
universality of the Gospel message.
E-721 JEREMIAH (3)
A general introduction to the book is given, including the study of political,
moral and religious trends of the time of Jeremiah. Attention is
given to his personal character, his rebukes and warnings against sin, and his
Messianic hope.
E-730 GALATIANS (3)
An in-depth study is presented with emphasis on the timeless doctrine of
justification by grace through faith, the warning against Judaizers
and their present-day counterparts, and the vindications of Paul's apostleship.
E-731 PASTORAL EPISTLES (3)
The books of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, 1 & 2 Timothy, Titus, and Philemon
are studied for their guidance and help to the pastoral ministry.
E-732 ISAIAH (3)
This subject is a general introduction to the book, including the historical
background. Attention is given to prophecies and their fulfillment,
and the spiritual richness of the book.
E-810 THE GOSPEL OF JOHN (3)
This subject is devoted to the study of the purpose and special characteristics
of the fourth Gospel, its authenticity and unique value.
E-820 ROMANS (3)
An in-depth study is presented, with emphasis on the practical applications of
justification by faith, and sanctification through the work of the Holy Spirit.
E-821 MINOR PROPHETS (3)
This is a general introduction and brief analysis of the books, giving careful
consideration to selected passages.
E-830 HEBREWS (3)
The unique character of the Epistle to the Hebrews is studied, with emphasis on
its Christology and ethics.
HISTORICAL THEOLOGY:
H-612 CHURCH HISTORY 1 (3)
This is a study of the history of the Christian Church from the Apostolic Age
to A. D. 600. For additional credit a study of the Ante-Nicene
Fathers may be arranged.
H-622 CHURCH HISTORY 11 (3)
This is a study of the Church from A.D. 600 through the Renaissance.
H-712 CHURCH HISTORY III (3)
This is a study of the Reformation. The contributions of Luther,
Zwingli, and Calvin will be emphasized.
H-722 CHURCH HISTORY IV (3)
This is a study of the developments in the church from 1650 to the present.
H-831 CHURCH HISTORY V (3)
This is a study of the development of the Christian faith and church growth in
America from the colonial period to the present.
SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY:
S-613 INTRODUCTION TO SCRIPTURE (3)
This subject is designed to give the student an introduction to Scripture as
God's Word, in written form.
S-623 LAW AND GOSPEL (3)
This subject offers a thorough study of the proper use of Law and Gospel, with
the Law, as used in Scripture, showing the need for repentance and the grace of
the Lord Jesus Christ.
S-713 DOGMATICS I: GOD (3)
This is a study of the nature and attributes of God and includes the doctrines
of the Trinity, creation, and the fall into sin.
S-714 CHRISTIAN APOLOGETICS (3)
This is a study of the positive proofs of the Christian faith.
S-723 DOGMATICS II: MAN (3)
This is a study of man's integrity, state and nature of sin, the meaning of
faith and forgiveness.
S-733 DOGMATICS III: REDEMPTION (3)
This is a study of the Incarnation; Virgin Birth; Person of Jesus Christ;
Atonement; Resurrection; Communion of Natures; Office of Christ, and His active
and passive obedience.
S-811 DOGMATICS IV: THE PERSON AND WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT (3)
This is a study of the call, illumination, faith, new birth, justification and
sanctification as related to the Holy Spirit's work.
S-812 COMPARATIVE THEOLOGY (3)
This subject compares Biblical theology with other main line denominational
doctrines as well as contemporary cults.
S-822 DOGMATICS V: MEANS OF GRACE (3)
This subject presents a study of the Word, the Sacraments, the Church, the
ministry, and election with unlimited atonement.
S-833 DOGMATICS VI: ESCHATOLOGY (3)
This subject presents a study of: (1) the state of all people
between their death and their bodily resurrection; (2) the Second
Coming of Christ Jesus with the immediate bodily resurrection of all people who
ever lived and died; (3) the final judgment of all people; (4)
the end of the present heavens and this present evil world with all things
being made perfect and new; (5) the eternal damnation and separation
to the lake of fire of all people who reject Christ Jesus as their personal God
and Savior; (6) the eternal Salvation, in the Kingdom of God, of all
true believers who have received Christ Jesus, as their personal God and
Savior.
PRACTICAL THEOLOGY:
P-615 HOMILETICS I: METHOD (3)
P-624 HOMILETICS II: COMPOSITION (3)
P-634 HOMILETICS III: DELIVERY (3)
These subjects are designed to give the student the necessary skills to develop
and preach sermons skillfully.
P-625 EVANGELISM (3)
This is a basic study in personal and congregational approaches to witnessing
for Christ, with emphasis on concepts and methods.
P-725 WORSHIP SERVICES (3)
This subject presents the components of Christian worship and how the pastor
should conduct both public and private worship services.
P-734 BIBLE TEACHING METHODS (3)
This subject presents different methods of teaching God's Word.
P-812-865 PASTORAL COUNSELING (3 Credits each)
These subjects will offer a basic Biblical approach of counseling principles
concerning emotional and spiritual problems with nine (9) subjects, covering: Biblical
Counseling; Psychological Problems; Marriage, Divorce and
Remarriage; Counseling Parents With Children At Risk; Crisis And
Stress Counseling; Counseling The Depressed; Intro. To Pastoral
Counseling; Counseling The Lost To Christ; and Biblically
Effective Counseling. Each class will be offered in Resident
Study at three (3) credits or by Independent Study at three (3) credits, per
each subject (see pages 30-31 for subject descriptions).
P-814 CHURCH OUTREACH AND GROWTH (3)
This subject is devoted to developing a Biblical concept of ministry to people
in hospitals, jails, mental institutions, rescue missions, and nursing homes.
P-824 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION (3)
This is a subject on the principles and practice of the pastor's ministry as
overseer of the teaching offered in Sunday School as well as other classes for
adults and children in the local congregation.
P-827 PARISH ADMINISTRATION (3)
This subject is a step-by-step guide through the administrative functions of
the local congregation that a pastor must understand and relate to in order to
fulfill the administrative responsibilities of the congregation.
P-834 THESIS (4)
The thesis is a theological paper on the graduate level, with at least 15,000
words, to be presented to the Graduation Committee by the candidate for
approval no later than four (4) weeks prior to graduation. Two
copies of the thesis are to be filed with the Registrar.
P-835 REVELATION - A PRACTICAL GUIDE (3)
This subject is designed to enable the pastor to give his parishioners a clear
and practical understanding of the Book of Revelation.
c. Electives: Independent Study Curriculum
with Subject Descriptions.:
These subjects may also be used to constitute a Major of 45 Credits or a
Minor of 24 credits in Bible; Biblical Counseling and Chaplaincy
or Parish Administration.
BIBLE:
E-623 PHILIPPIANS (3)
In this subject the Apostle Paul seeks to inspire his readers to persevere in
the work of Jesus Christ and to have joy during hard times.
E-625 COLOSSIANS & PHILEMON (3)
This is a study of two problems in Colossae that Paul
addresses. First, false teachers are belittling Christ, making new
rules and boasting about their superior knowledge beyond the
Gospel. Secondly, a run away slave seeks
mercy from his Christian owner. Paul’s letters exalt Christ and are
a guide for us today.
E-635 TITUS (3)
This study is a guide for Christian leaders to make Biblical doctrine a
practice and live in such a manner as to make the teaching about God our Savior
attractive to all people.
E-640 FIRST THESSALONIANS (3)
This study gives needed instruction concerning a problem that the new believers
had, in the church, at Thessalonica regarding the Second Coming of
Christ. Paul wrote to them giving instruction on how they should
live until Jesus comes for them.
E-641 SECOND THESSALONIANS (3)
In this subject we will study Paul’s second letter to the Christians at
Thessalonica, as he continues to encourage them to stand firm in the promise of
Christ’s Second Coming.
E-645 FIRST PETER (3)
The primary study of this subject is the importance of facing ridicule in a
pagan world. In Peter’s day it was difficult to focus on the “living
hope”. Peter wrote to encourage these Christians to face their
difficult sufferings in Christ.
E-646 SECOND PETER & JUDE (3)
The early church learned how to deal with persecution from outside, but needed
help in defending themselves against false teachers from the
inside. Peter and Jude denounce these false teachers and encourage
believers.
E-721 JEREMIAH (3)
In this study the student will see why Jeremiah was called the “weeping
prophet”. He was called by God to warn the Jews about God’s
judgments, if they did not return to Him. You will understand how
God may feel when people today choose to sin against Him.
E-732 ISAIAH (3)
In this study you will learn about Isaiah’s predictions concerning the coming
of the Messiah and the importance of living for the Lord at all
times. Isaiah is the Prophet of Redemption and warns about God’s
judgment against living an evil life.
E-733 EXODUS (3)
Moses wrote the first five books of the Bible and the word “exodus” means “the
way out”. In this study you will see how God delivered His people
out of slavery and led them out of Egypt; just as He does today as He delivers
us from slavery, through Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God.
E-735 JOSHUA (3)
In this study you will see how Canaan is a type of Christian warfare and the
Canaanites are a type of spiritual enemy. You will better
understand about the real battle all Christians are in and their need for the
Lord’s help.
E-737 RUTH & ESTHER (3)
You will be blessed in this study as you see how God works through people,
especially Ruth and Esther and how He may work through you, if you choose to do
His will in your life, as these two women did, years ago.
E-738 FIRST SAMUEL (3)
This study will help you to understand the importance of doing God’s will, even
when it is not popular to do so with the people. This study
describes the transition from leadership of the Judges to the Kings, which was
not God’s will, as Israel chooses Saul as their first King.
E-840 WHAT THE BIBLE IS ALL ABOUT (3)
This is a general introduction to all the books in the Bible. The
student is to review all the books in the Bible (39 O.T. books and 27 N.T.
books) and write a synopsis of each of these Bible books. After
this study (E-840) is completed and passed, the student may then select any
book in the Bible, as an Independent Study subject, for 3 quarter credits. The
basic format of study will be the same as other subjects offered by Independent
Study at the Seminary. This is exceptionally beneficial for the
student who desires an in-depth study of an individual book or other books of
the Bible.
BIBLICAL COUNSELING/CHAPLAINCY:
PC-813 BIBLICAL COUNSELING (3)
This subject is an essential study which applies Biblical principles and
methods to the problems that are most commonly found in the lives of people who
the counselor will be ministering with the Word of God.
PC-836 PSYCHOLOGICAL PROBLEMS (3)
This subject covers three (3) major questions in Biblical
counseling: (1) What are common types of psychological
problems? (2) What causes deviant behavior? (3) How may
Biblical counseling help?
PC-838 MARRIAGE, DIVORCE AND REMARRIAGE (3)
This study will consider the Biblical standards of marriage, divorce and
remarriage. Pastors and counselors will be helped by this subject
when they face one of many difficult kinds of divorce and /or remarriage
problems that are ever so very common today. This study is
Biblically based with sound counseling guidance.
PC-840 COUNSELING PARENTS WITH CHILDREN AT RISK (3) This study will show
pastors and counselors how to guide and inform parents about how television,
the liberal church and popular culture are at war against Biblical faith-based
family values and marriage today and what can be done about it.
PC-845 CRISIS AND STRESS COUNSELING (3)
This study is designed to help pastors and counselors to identify where a person
is in their crisis situation. The ministry of helping children and
adolescents in crisis make up a special part of this study.
PC-850 COUNSELING THE DEPRESSED (3)
In this study the personal life of a pastor who became mentally-ill is
presented from the counselor’s viewpoint, offering an insight of the general
nature of depression with Biblical concepts that are helpful to the depressed,
as well as the counselor.
PC-855 INTRODUCTION TO PASTORAL COUNSELING (3)
This study is dedicated to the discipline and skill necessary for effective
pastoral counseling in the role and function of the average pastor with the
message of the good news of the Lord Jesus Christ to those who need His light.
PC-860 COUNSELING THE LOST TO CHRIST (3)
This study offers answers to the many objections people give for not giving
their lives to God, with a personal relationship to the Lord Jesus
Christ. This study seeks to encourage believers to share Jesus
Christ as the Lord and Savior of Life.
PC-865 BIBLICALLY EFFECTIVE COUNSELING (3)
This study is designed to help a counselor or pastor to analyze a Biblical
method of counseling that may be assimilated into the ministry of any Christ
centered congregation. Biblical counseling is a ministry
relationship between people who care, are trained, and want to help other
people through a close walk with Jesus Christ.
C-866 A CHAPLAIN’S GUIDE FOR PRISON MINISTRY (3)
This study is designed for college and seminary students, as well as pastors in
ministry, who seek to help people who are in jail or prison, as well as their
family members. The need for this type of chaplaincy is very great
as souls are waiting to be helped and saved through faith in the Lord Jesus
Christ.
C-867 HOW TO START A VOLUNTEER PRISON MINISTRY (3)
This practical study offers a basic training guide with proven ideas that work
as you minister the Gospel of Jesus to inmates who need to know
Him. Become a volunteer chaplain, as an ambassador for Christ, in
your local jail or prison. You will be blessed by this experience.
C-868 THE PREPARATION OF SERMONS (3)
This is an in-depth study of the art of preaching God’s eternal Word, as a
chaplain, to men and women who are in nursing homes; mental hospitals; prisons
and jails. Good preparation for sermon delivery is essential,
because preaching is God’s method that still needs to be done very well, if we
are to do His will in ministry today.
C-869 THE PASTOR/CHAPLAIN IN HOSPITAL MINISTRY (3)
In this study the practical approach toward helping pastors and chaplains
minister to the needs of the surgical patient, the convalescent, the dying, the
bereaved is presented in this study for those who have received God’s call to
serve the sick in Christ’s name.
C-870 THE HOSPITAL CHAPLAINCY (3)
This is a study that is intended for those who provide, receive or in any way
collaborate with the delivery of pastoral care. This study is all
about the art of hospital chaplaincy with the human bond of caring for those
who are suffering, with the love of Christ.
C-871 MINISTERING TO THE TERMINALLY ILL (3)
Most of us don’t know much about dealing with the dying. It is not
normally taught in a seminary. This study is about how to
communicate Christ’s love to the terminally ill. Much of our
personal spiritual growth comes only by the experience of ministering to one
who is dying, especially that of a child, a spouse or a parent. This
study is a must, especially for a chaplain.
C-872 THE GLORY OF CHRIST IN THE CHAPLAINCY MINISTRY (3)
The work of a chaplain is difficult, but in Christ it is worth it
all. This study of “The Glory of Christ” is to help the chaplain to
see our Lord Jesus Christ as our great example. This study will also
give a deeper meaning of the chaplaincy ministry as souls are touched by Jesus,
by the chaplain, for eternity.
PARISH ADMINISTRATION:
PA-880 PASTORAL ADMINISTRATION (3)
The work of a pastor requires excellent administrative skills. This
subject of study is for pastors; students preparing to be pastors and for
officers of the church.
PA-881 CHURCH ADMINISTRATION (3)
This is an excellent study of Parish Administration, keeping the membership in
mind, from the janitor to the pastor as well as the church offices who may take
leadership roles if the pastoral office is vacant.
PA-882 ADMINISTERING CHRISTIAN EDUCATION (3)
This study covers principles and techniques of administration for ministers and
Christian leaders and stresses the what, the why and the how
of administration of a church’s Christian education program.
PA-883 CHURCH MANAGEMENT (3)
This is a study in the ministry of efficiency in the area of parish management,
problems, departments, official board organization, church offices, plans and
equipment.
PA-884 HOW TO BETTER MANAGE OUR WORK (3)
This is a helpful study on how the pastor may more effectively manage time and
opportunities.
PA-885 PASTORAL MANAGEMENT (3)
This is a specialized 36 hour management study offered by the McGraw-Hill
publishers.
PA-886 A BIBLICAL APPROACH TO MANAGEMENT (3)
This study offers a specialized Biblical view of how to manage the work one is
doing for the Lord.
PA-887 THE GIFT OF ADMINISTRATION (3)
This study concerns itself with the gift, that God has given you in
administration, and how to use and discover your talents in it.
PA-888 CHRISTIAN MANAGEMENT (3)
This study offers understanding and guidance regarding the profession of
management in our technical world.
PA-889 THE CHRISTIAN WORKER AND MANAGEMENT (3)
This study is especially helpful for those who are in full-time Christian
ministry and the importance of properly using their time in ministry.
PA-890 THE BUSINESS OF THE CHURCH (3)
The ministry of the church needs a pastor who has some knowledge of business,
at least for the purpose of being able to offer guidance as an overview, which
this study offers to the pastor.
PA-891 PASTOR/EXECUTIVE (3)
Like it or not the pastor is seen by most parishioners as the C.E.O. of the
congregation and if administration does not run well the pastor is seen as
doing a poor job. This study will help in your ministry as
Pastor/Executive.
PA-892 A GUIDE FOR PARISH ADMINISTRATION (3)
The organizational function of the congregation is of key
importance. This study offers principles that will help you to give
an over-view of the general framework of function for the congregation.
PA-893 HOW TO KEEP YOUR MINISTRY SAFE FROM BEING SUED (3)
This study is designed to help you to not be sued, especially in youth
ministry. Many a minister has been ruined by not being knowledgeable
about the pit-falls that may cause legal trouble.
PA-894 ADMINISTRATION & MANAGEMENT LEADERSHIP (3)
This study offers pastors and church leaders a practical insight into the daily
issues of running a busy church, including: management; terms of a call; crisis
& conflict; staff; fund drives; tax & law issues and more.
PA-895 YOUTH MINISTRY & MANAGEMENT METHODS (3)
This study will cover: how to get a job & leave it; building a ministry
team; personal organization; office organization; budgets and finances; time
and risk management; scheduling events; etc…
PA-896 PASTOR, CHURCH AND THE LAW (3)
This study will cover legal questions regarding the church’s activities and its
business. How liable the pastor is for the activities of the church;
the Christian school; pastoral counseling and malpractice law suits; IRS
matters and much more.
PA-897 CHURCH ADMINISTRATION GUIDELINES (3)
This subject will help you as a guidebook regarding most administrative matters
with basic principles and guidelines in the area of parish
administration. You will be blessed by the helpful topics covered.
PA-898 THE ORGANIZATION & ADMINISTRATION OF PASTORAL COUNSELING CENTERS
(3)
This study offers much help regarding the conception; organization and
administration of effective pastoral counseling centers that may be established
by the church.
4. Master of Theology (M.Th.)
Degree Program:
The basic structure of the Master of Theology (M.Th.)
Degree Program requires forty-five (45) quarter credit hours beyond the
Master of Divinity Degree Program. This M.Th.
Degree Program may only be taken by Independent Study and is designed to
provide the student with a greater opportunity for specialization in a
particular theological and Biblical area of the student's own choice from
subjects selected from the M.Div. Degree Program curriculum.
Each student's academic program is determined by consultation with the
Dean. It is completely based on Independent Study subjects in areas
where the student desires to study more in-depth, but was unable to do so while
in the M.Div. Degree program. Each area of study is agreed upon
between the student and the Dean, whereupon, a contract relating to the
subjects to be studied is drawn up and signed by the student and the Dean.
This opportunity for specialization may be in an area of Practical; Systematic;
Historical or Exegetical Theology. All subjects are on
a 900 level classification for the M.Th. Degree
Program. The student will select ten (10) subjects from the M.Div.
Program, at four (4) credits for each subject selected and make an in-depth
study of each subject for a total of forty (40) credits; plus the Thesis.
P-934 THESIS (5 Credits): A detailed study on a post-graduate level
is required, containing at least 20,000 words, prepared by the student in an
area of concentration approved by the Academic Dean. It must
demonstrate research ability and a thorough grasp of the subject. It
must be doctrinally sound and presented to the Graduation Committee four (4) weeks
prior to graduation. Five (5) quarter credit hours are granted for
the completed and approved thesis.
Special consideration may be given to a post-graduate student in Resident
Study, for academic credit, if requested in writing by the student and
submitted to the Dean for approval.