Course descriptions and scheduling are subject to change by administrative decision. See course offerings booklet for current offerings. Some courses will be offered on a two- or three-year rotation.
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FS 503 Formation in Spiritual Practices (3 SH)Anchor storyone storyone
This course facilitates engagement with a variety of individual and communal spiritual practices. Through small group spiritual direction, students will pay attention to the rhythms of their life, discern God’s presence and explore a sustainable rule of life for their present season. Personality inventories will offer insight into current functioning and growth areas, as students explore vocation in light of their personality and strengths. By practicing different theological writing styles, students will develop their authentic voice and employ communicative skills appropriate for academic and ministry contexts.
FS 504 Formation in Narrative Identity (3 SH)Anchor storytwo storytwo
This course centers a narrative reflection process of self-understanding and theological meaning making. Through personal story telling in confidential small groups guided by a spiritual director, students will pay prayerful attention to their and others’ formational journeys through life’s seasons. Themes arising in personal narratives will be explored in relation to biblical and theological themes. Insights from human development and systems theories, along with the creation of a genogram, will draw attention to sociocultural expectations and familial patterns that impact students’ behavior and inform their identity, values and faith.
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FS 521 Introduction to Spiritual Guidance (2 SH)
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These courses require involvement in ministry under supervision and processing emerging issues in a weekly seminar. The action/reflection method of learning is used to relate the ministry activity and the classroom seminars. Case studies are used to help integrate theology and practice. Students are evaluated in the various acts of ministry. Attention is given to their vocational direction. Advanced arrangements for a ministry practicum should be made prior to the beginning of the class in consultation with the Director of Field Education. For more information see the Mentored Ministry section of the catalog.
FS 613 Home Based Practicum (1 SH)
Students engage in 50 hours of supervised practice in providing spiritual direction or formation in their home area between August and May. Students will receive individual guidance from faculty based on their project.
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FS 701 Formation in Missional Leadership I (2 SH)
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