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Course Criteria
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1.00 Credits
Participants will have opportunity to work in a local congregation under the supervision of a parish professional. A minimum of five hours of service in addition to one (seminar) per week is required. (DCE: Required concurrent registration in CHM366, Parish Education I; DCO: Required concurrent registration in CHM366, Parish Education I)
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1.00 Credits
Participants will have opportunity to work in a local congregation under the supervision of a parish professional. A minimum of five hours of service in addition to one (seminar) per week is required. (Required concurrent registration in CHM367, Parish Education II)
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4.00 Credits
A critical theological and practical evaluation of evangelism methodologies and strategies. These are evaluated on the basis of Scripture, Lutheran theology, and potential effectiveness. A major component of this task is to construct appropriate apologetic responses for people living in contemporary contexts different than the student's own. By means of readings, field experiences and class discussions, students will design, select and redesign a variety of programs suitable for use in specific cultural contexts.
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3.00 Credits
This course has a dual focus: (a) principles and strategies of assimilating new members and inactive members into a local church and (b) a practical and theological understanding of ministry to people who have withdrawn from the worship and work of the church. Through reading, field experience and reflective discussion, students develop a theology and methodology for congregational ministry in both of these vital areas.
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4.00 Credits
This course will provide a study of teaching the faith throughout the ages with particular attention to principles of Biblical interpretation from a Lutheran perspective. The participant will work toward a definition of Lutheran teaching that will incorporate an understanding of educational theory and practice, utilize tools and skills needed for appropriate Biblical study and teaching within a Lutheran framework. Work will involve displaying an understanding of the relationship between Christian education and the worship/devotional life of the Church.
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4.00 Credits
This course provides students with teaching and learning experiences that use leadership, planning, and change processes to help them grow and mature as leaders in congregations and non-profit organizations. Within the context of the Christian Gospel, students will understand the cultural context of transformational leadership, apply learning disciplines to transformational leadership, expand ability to apply micro-leadership skills and learn how to equip and empower others to be leaders, planners and change agents. A major project and presentation are required.
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4.00 Credits
An overview of adult learning theory and development, psychological and spiritual perspectives of the adult learner, educational and formational implications of the adult system, teaching strategies and program development along with various aspects of spiritual direction will be explored. Appropriate roles of leaders in adult education and methods used with adults are analyzed. A planning process for creating, developing, implementing and evaluating adult education programs in the congregational setting and approaches to faith formation are utilized. A service-learning component of this course leads to direct involvement with adults in a variety of diverse learning settings.
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2.00 Credits
The role of the Director of Christian Education as an educational minister is explored and considered. Calling and placement procedures, professional ethics and expectation, the constitution and by-laws of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, role of the DCE in Synod and District, and the role of the DCE in team ministry are examined. The professional portfolio is completed and ready for final interview review by faculty and field professionals as part of the certification process. (Prerequisites: CHM498, DCE Internship I; CHM499, DCE Internship II)
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2.00 Credits
This course surveys the challenges, problems and joys peculiar to missionary life and work in a different culture. Topics include missionary preparation; the call into missionary work and the assignment; relating to a mission board; living in and appreciating another culture; relating to national Christians; maintaining one's spiritual, physical and emotional health; marriage/family concerns; children and education; furlough; deputation; continuing education; relating to the church at home; culture shock; and language study. Contacts with professionals from the field will supplement readings, films, lectures, and discussions.
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4.00 Credits
Students are introduced to the world of cross-cultural mission work in foreign fields and in the United States. The course provides theories and strategies for effectively proclaiming the Gospel to peoples of different cultures. The course will address cross-cultural insights in foreign, ethnic and social-economic contexts and includes field trips to government-funded and private organizations working in cross-cultural contexts, language learning insights and an African feast.
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