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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SMCL 521 Teaching for Christian Community (3 SH)
What role does pedagogical practice play in cultivating community? Utilizing an experiential learning model, this course combines theory, practice and reflection to explore the possibilities and challenges of teaching for Christian community. A basic foundation in educational theory will be established. Anabaptist theology and practices will guide the consideration of key issues such as learning, authority, mutuality and harm in community. John’s presentation of Jesus’ theology of friendship and pedagogical formation of community will serve as a biblical guide for reflection.
SMCL 564 Theological Reflection on Trauma (3 SH)
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SMCL 640 Topics (1-3 SH)
This course provides theoretical and practical preparation in one or more of the ever more diverse skills called for in contemporary ministry settings.
SMCL 642 Congregational Worship (3 SH)
This course both surveys the foundations of Christian worship – biblical, historical, and theological – and prepares students for designing and leading congregational worship experiences. A comparative study of contemporary ecumenical expression provides the student with critical tools to examine the liturgical practices of their own faith tradition. Students will become familiar with patterns of worship based on the Christian year and various lectionary cycles and will practice specific acts of liturgical leadership through the writing of prayers and other worship resources. Special emphasis will be placed on the practice of hospitality through intercultural awareness.
Missions and Evangelism (SMME)
Mission in Cultural Context (3 SH)
See CM 621.
Intercultural Church Experience (3 SH)
Mentored Ministry Internship (2-6 SH)
See SMFE 781.
Field Education (SMFE)
(See the requirements for Mentored Ministry)
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