
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
(19 credit hours total)
Required Core: 13 credit hours
DBIB 110 Old Testament Survey 3 credit hours
DBIB 120 New Testament Survey 3 credit hours
DPRM 305 Teaching the Bible 3 credit hours
DPRM 312 Faith and Human Development 3 credit hours
DPRM 320 Ministry Practicum 1 credit hour
Recommended Electives: 6 credit hours
DPRM 301 Introduction to Christian Caregiving 3 credit hours
DPRM 333 Ministry and Leadership Development 3 credit hours
DPRM 454 Youth Ministry 3 credit hours
DPRM 455 Adult Ministry 3 credit hours
DPRM 456 Children’s Ministry 3 credit hours
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CHRISTIAN EDUCATION TRACK (REQUIRED)
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DBIB 110 - Old Testament Survey
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A historical survey of the Old Testament. Special attention will be given to the cultural background, to the theological and contextual perspectives, and to the practical application of major Old Testament themes.
DBIB 120 - New Testament Survey
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An examination of the New Testament and of the historical, social, economic and religious background out of which Christianity arose.
DPRM 305 - Teaching the Bible
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Fundamental and advanced methods of bible study relating to teaching situations in the church are studied. Thorough consideration of background information is encouraged for proper understanding of Biblical situations ad their application to our present time.
DPRM 312 - Faith and Human Development
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A study of “whole-person” development and a wide range of practical Christian ministry in the local church context. Includes physical, intellectual, social, moral, and faith development for all ages.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION TRACK (ELECTIVES) choose 2
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DPRM 301 - Introduction to Christian Caregiving
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A study designed to examine the “caring” aspect of the Christian life from theoretical, theological, and practical perspectives. The integration of the theoretical and theological perspectives with practical experiences is implemented and evaluated.
DPRM 333 - Ministry and Leadership Development
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A study of Biblical principles and methods of training believers for ministry and leadership in the church. Attention is given to spiritual growth, development, and equipping needed for effective ministry and leadership.
DPRM 454 - Youth Ministry
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This course gives an overview of youth ministry within the local church including foundations for ministry, roles and relationships of the youth minister, and administrative principles and strategies.
DPRM 455 - Adult Ministry
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A survey of issues, developmental tasks, and Biblical principles for contemporary adults is provided. Special emphasis is given to adult learning and church and community programs of adult education.
DPRM 456 - Children’s Ministry
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This course provides an overview of christian education for children from birth through sixth grade including age-group characteristics, leadership of various ministries, spiritual development ,methods, resources, and current trends.