A study of the characteristics of children; an introduction to their spiritual needs and their development; the challenge of the church in meeting their total needs.
A study of those activities related to the church which involve youth. The course is particularly designed to aid those who are specializing in a ministry to youth.
An extended exploration of the principles and practices of education ministry to families. The course will focus on the changing definition of family and the exploration of current strategies of ministry to the church as family. Attention will be...
An extended study of the historical backgrounds and development of the Church of the Nazarene. The course will also give attention to the content and spirit of the Manual of the Church of the Nazarene.
A study of the historical development of Christianity from AD 150 to 1000. The course will trace the significant influences in history on the theological and ecclesiastical changes and maturation through the first ten centuries. The student will be...
A study of the historical development of Christianity from 1000 to the 21st Century. The course will trace the significant influences in history on the theological and ecclesiastical changes and maturation from the Middle Ages through the present...
This course focuses on basic perspectives and concepts for understanding and productively relating to groups and individuals in other cultures. It includes an introduction to the discipline, history of the discipline and its development, and methods...
An introduction to verbal communication in groups, listening, and public speaking. Emphasis will be placed on speaking, delivery issues, speech construction, audience connection, and the communication process.
An introduction to interpersonal communication theories, research and practice. Focus is on influences and effects of interpersonal relationships and ways to improve communication. Satisfies a General Education Social Science requirement.
Strategies appropriate to this subject field, instructional materials and tools, curricular structure common to this subject in the secondary school. Includes opportunities for students to assist and teach in a secondary classroom. (See EDUC7664)...