CHMN 517D Seminars in Church & Ministry - Preaching
These seminars vary in content according to student needs and goals. Seminars are offered in the areas of:
b. Worship-An examination of the methods of Christian worship. Different meaning, purpose, goal and effective and the use of the Bible, preaching, approaches to worship are examined drama and music are studied.
c. Christian Education-This seminar presents differing components of Christian education. The specific content of the course will be worked out in advance, according to the needs, goals and purposes of students and professor.
d. Preaching-This seminar involves videotaped preaching activity, in addition to outlined sermons. The student is observed in an actual preaching performance, in addition to the videotaped performances before the class. Various approaches to grasping the nature and purpose of preaching are given. Students who are qualified may pursue a study of special areas and aspects of preaching. Different types of preaching are reviewed.
g. Marriage & Family Counseling- This seminar examines the function the Christian worker or counselor can serve in improving and deepening the relationships and commitments within a marriage and the larger family. Basic counseling issues and techniques are explored.
i. Crisis Counseling-The minister as a natural crisis counselor is studied. Crisis as turning points in persons' lives is recognized and the use of supportive methods in crisis counseling is examined. Bereavement counseling with both individuals, families and groups is covered. The role of crisis in the growth and development of character is emphasized as well. Various approaches to crisis counseling are developed.