Beginning with the theological foundation of effective youth ministry, the purpose and philosophical foundations that flow into a youth program are built. Emphasis is given to sociological and structural aspects of youth ministry leadership. Emphasis is placed on understanding youth culture and problems and their implications for ministry to youth primarily in the church.
Organizational and administrative functions of the local church as they relate to youth. A biblical philosophy of ministry, ministry recruitment, team concerns, curriculum development, planning, implementing, measuring and maintaining of programs for youth.
The philosophy and application of professional youth ministry at the beginning of the 21st century. Attention given to discovering a biblical paradigm for approaching the contemporary youth drug culture, sexual issues (developmental and behavioral), music, gang violence, parents, and other facets of youth culture. Different approaches, helpful guidelines and strategies in working with school districts, youth service clubs and other helping professionals will be studied. Practical application will be given through interaction with professionals currently involved in the helping professions focusing on youth culture.
A study of the principles of educational psychology through the lens of biblical patterns of teaching and learning especially those exhibited by Jesus in his earthly ministry. Further, students will experience the process for developing from inductive Bible study a lesson plan and teaching experience for junior high and senior high youths who are interactive in nature.
This course is intended as an initial capstone academic experience to implement in a professional ministry setting those skills which were acquired through the academic experience. Focus is placed on preaching, teaching, administration and personal maintenance skills of youth ministry primarily in the local church setting.
This course is intended as an initial capstone academic experience to implement in a professional ministry setting those skills which were acquired through the academic experience. Focus is placed on preaching, teaching, administration and personal maintenance skills of youth ministry primarily in the local church setting.
This course is intended as a final capstone academic experience to implement in a professional ministry setting those skills which were acquired through the academic experience. Focus is placed on preaching, teaching, administration and personal maintenance skills of youth ministry primarily in the local church setting.