2007-2008 Academic Catalog

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• BIST (Biblical Studies)
• CHTH (Christian History and Theology)
• CMIN (Christian Ministries)
• DMIN (Doctor of Ministry)
• MLDR (Ministry Leadership)
• PSTD (Pastoral Studies)
• SFAD (Spiritual Formation and Discipleship)
• Seminary Programs

Christian Ministries

CMIN 500 Theology and Purpose of the Church
3 hours. This course will introduce students to the nature, purpose, practice, and functions of the church. Special attention will be given to how the church functions in contemporary society.

CMIN 520 Communication in Christian Ministry
3 hours. This course will focus on the various means of communication necessary for successful leadership by Christian ministers. Included will be leading meetings, interviewing, public speaking, and written communication. At least one third of the course will teach the value and practice of technological communication important to ministers and leaders.

CMIN 030/530 Christian Ministry for Reconciliation
3 hours. This course will examine the ways and means of carrying out the biblical mandate that all who are reconciled to God through Christ are to become agents of that reconciliation in the world. Special consideration will be given to promoting the reconciliation and equality of men and women, racial and ethnic groups, different generations, and Christian traditions.

CMIN 550 Equipping and Discipleship
3 hours. Examines the human and spiritual roles, tasks, and development of adults. Attention will be given to the processes and contexts by which adults are discipled as individuals and in community. Biblical and theological foundations for discipleship as it relates to moral and faith development, and to service in the church and community will be explored. The course focuses on developing spiritual-gifts-based ministry, and mobilizing, coaching, and supporting adults in the local church, which includes building small groups for Christian community and spiritual formation.

CMIN 575 Internship
3 hours. The seminary cooperates with churches and parachurch ministries to provide internship experience under the supervision of qualified pastoral and administrative leaders. The internship requires a minimum of 120 hours on-site at the ministry selected and attendance at three classes, usually held on selected Saturdays. Reflection papers, regular meetings with the ministry supervisor, and assigned readings are also required. Students are expected to secure their own ministry site and supervisor, which must be approved by the faculty internship director. Students should take the internship course during the last half of their program. A Christian Ministries Internship Handbook is available in the bookstore and explains in detail all of the requirements of the course. MATS students will complete a teaching internship with similar requirements.

CMIN 585 Seminar in Christian Ministry
1 to 3 hours. A seminar represents the involvement of a group of students with a professor studying a specially selected topic, such as children's ministry or youth ministry. Students are encouraged to submit suggestions for seminar topics to the department chair. Such requests, as well as faculty interest and special opportunities that become available in the Portland area, will be considered in arranging a seminar.

CMIN 595 Special Study in Christian Ministry
1 to 3 hours. This course is a specially designed and individually tailored course wherein the student requests an in-depth study of a particular question, problem, or issue. This individually designed course will include extensive reading, regular meetings with the professor, research, and written papers or projects. The student must make application for the study prior to registration for the semester in which the study will be carried out. The topic for this type of study is selected by the student and then approved by the faculty member overseeing the study and the department chair. Requests for taking regular courses of study as a special study course must be approved by the dean.