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LED 9360 - Issues in Organizational Leadership
This course examines trends, issues and relevant topics that are shaping the practice of Christian leadership. Seminar content includes a study of group theory, team dynamics, the change process, the role of power and authority in leadership, and the process of conflict resolution. 3 semester hr(s).
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LED 9365 - Educational Leadership
This course provides an understanding of learning and the process of instruction for educational practice and leadership development in both formal and non-formal educational contexts. It focuses on the major theories of learning and relates them to the design of curriculum, discipleship, and leadership training. This seminar also examines the role and practice of education administration and leadership as they apply to churches, church related organizations, denominational entities and institutions of Christian higher education. 3 semester hr(s).
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LED 9370 - Church Leadership: NACP & Renewal
This seminar will examine church leadership in its biblical-theological framework and practical outworking, with an emphasis on discipleship, teaching and leading church plants and revitalized churches in North American contexts. 3 semester hr(s).
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LED 9375 - Philosophical, Theoretical, and Historical Issues in Leadership
Students will examine the philosophical, theoretical and historical literature of leadership evaluating its worldview and impact upon the study of leadership. 3 semester hr(s).
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LED 9380 - Leadership Development
Students will examine the best leadership practices essential to developing the next generation of leaders. Subject will include global issues of multicultural and multi-generational practices, stewardship, mentoring and coaching leaders. 3 semester hr(s). Every summer odd years.
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LED 9385 - Change Leadership
Students will examine the role of the leader as change agent and analyze the change process. The leader’s use of power and authority will be studied. 3 semester hr(s). Every winter odd years.
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LED 9390 - Conflict and Church Leadership
Students will examine the process of conflict management and resolution in the context of the local church. 3 semester hr(s). Every winter odd years
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Mathematics |
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MAT 1600 - College Algebra
A study of Algebraic functions and graphs, inequalities, exponents and radicals, logarithms, polynomial functions, linear and quadratic equations, and systems of equations. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): Placement via score on SAT or ACT, and Math Placement Exam.
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Ministry Studies |
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MIN 3520 - The Pastor & the Preaching Ministry
An examination of the role of expository preaching in the life of the local church, with an emphasis on the pastoral and ecclesiological implications of an expositional ministry. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): COM 1100 .
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MIN 3540 - Ministry of Worship
A study of the doctrine, history, and practice of Christian worship with special emphasis on worship in the local church. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 3541 - Worship Leadership
A course designed to provide practical experience and to develop important skills for worship leadership in the local church, integrating biblical and theological insights from previous coursework. Worship planning and leading skills will be evaluated through in-class and ministry-based activities. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): (or co-enrollment): needed for knowledge and skills to be successful in
Worship Leadership
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MIN 3610 - Pastoral Ministry
An integrative study of the nature and practice of pastoral ministry. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 3620 - Church Administration
A study of the principles and practices of good administration in the church, with special attention given to the small congregation in which the minister will have major responsibility for administrative matters. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 3630 - Women in Ministry
An introduction to both the biblical basis and practical application of women’s ministries. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 3631 - Biblical Foundations for the Minister’s Wife
A practical survey of issues relating to the minister’s wife. This class is directed primarily toward the minister’s wife. Any woman would benefit from the biblical teachings of this class. Besides the wife of ministers, single women, female college students, and women from the community are welcome to attend. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 3640 - Foundations of Student Ministry
A study of foundational principles in establishing and maintaining a ministry to youth. This course emphasizes a biblical basis, philosophy and essentials for an effective youth ministry. The recruitment and staffing of volunteers is highlighted. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 3645 - Missional Student Ministry
A study of the principles involved in creating a missional student ministry focus, including job descriptions, staff development and relationships, legal considerations and leadership issues involved in building a Great Commission student Ministry. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 3720 - Administration and Education in the Local Church
A survey of effective methods of administration and an overview of Christian education ministries in a local church setting. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 3730 - Christian Leadership
A study in the tasks, styles, and models of leadership, with special emphasis on the biblical guidelines and local church context of Christian leadership. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 3731 - Current Issues in Leadership
Study of a selected issue in Christian leadership, such as staff relationships, planning, decision-making processes and organization design, with reference to their application to ministry. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 3750 - Introduction to Theology & Culture
An exploration of the relationship of theology and culture, with particular attention given to the pastoral ministry of equipping families to live wisely in their cultural context. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 4610 - Pastoral Theology
A study of the nature and responsibilities of the pastoral office. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): NTS 1110 and NTS 1120 . Occasional.
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MIN 4620 - Biblical Counseling
A basic introduction to biblical counseling theory and techniques. Attention is focused upon how the Scriptures and theology form the foundation and substance for Christian counseling. The history of counseling within the Church, biblical concepts for understanding people and their problems, and biblical methods of change are addressed. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 4650 - Supervised Field Ministry
Ministry in an appropriate field setting with a competent supervisor. Cognitive and affective learning experiences are designed to foster the student’s competence in ministry. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIN 4690 - Christian Ministry Workshop
With permission by the Dean of the Faculty and under the supervision of a professor, with additional assignments as deemed appropriate, credit may be given for active participation in approved conferences and/or workshops that treat subjects relevant to a student’s degree program or concentration. Only one workshop per semester is allowed. Credit may be repeated in another semester, with permission, if the conference element is different. 1 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): Pass/Fail. P/F
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MIN 4692 - Christian Ministry Workshop - 2
With permission by the Dean of the Faculty and under the supervision of a professor, with additional assignments as deemed appropriate, credit may be given for active participation in approved conferences and/or workshops that treat subjects relevant to a student’s degree program or concentration. Only one workshop per semester is allowed. Credit may be repeated in another semester, with permission, if the conference element is different. 2 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): Pass/Fail. P/F
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MIN 4710 - Advanced Practicum in Church Growth
An advanced workshop approach in spiritual formation and renewal of the life of the church. 2 semester hr(s).
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MIN 4900 - Mentored Internship I
Experience an appropriate field setting with an approved supervisor. (Up to 9 hours of credit) 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): Student must have a Field Supervisor and Mentorship plan provided and approved as part of the application process through the EQUIP:Great Commission Equipping Network Office prior to registering for this class. Fall and Spring and Summer terms.
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MIN 4901 - Mentored Internship II
Ministry in an appropriate field setting with an approved supervisor. (Up to 6 hours of credit) Continuation of PMN4900. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s):
Student must have a Field Supervisor and Mentorship plan provided and approved as part of the application process through the EQUIP:Great Commission Equipping Network Office prior to registering for this class.
P/F
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MIN 4991 - Contemporary Issues in Women’s Studies
A study of cultural influences on women, especially as these concerns relate to women’s roles in ministry. Biblical guidelines will be emphasized. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 3500 - History of Christian Missions
A survey of Christianity’s expansion from apostolic times to the present, including interpretive reflections on key developments. Cross-listed as: 3 semester hr(s). Fall semester in even-numbered years.
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MIS 3510 - Cross-Cultural Communication.
The study and practice of communication across cultural and social boundaries with emphasis placed on cross-cultural communication of the Gospel. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 3560 - Church Planting in Global Contexts
An overview of church planting in its biblical, theological, sociological, and practical dimensions. Students will be equipped to develop a vision and values for church planting that is theologically driven and contextually appropriate 3 semester hr(s). Fall semester.
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MIS 3610 - Mission Area Studies
An introduction to a selected region of the world for prospective workers, including an overview of the region’s history, socio-politics, culture, religion and global context. This course may be taken more than once for credit. 3 semester hr(s). Fall semester.
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MIS 3800 - The History of Missions
A survey of Christianity’s expansion from apostolic times to the present, including interpretive reflections on key developments. 3 semester hr(s). Fall semester in even-numbered years.
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MIS 3820 - Islam
An introduction to Islam for prospective workers. The course will investigate the nature of Islam and offer insights on ministering the gospel to
Muslims. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 3840 - Women and Missions
An evaluation of the roles and contributions of leading women missionaries, especially in the modern missions era (1792-Present). 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 3980 - Business as Mission(s)
This course is designed to introduce the student to the concept of Business as Mission(s). An understanding of how kingdom values are integrated into the workplace in our culture and how transferable models can be designed for reaching the world through “business as mission(s)” will be introduced and defined. 3 semester hr(s). letter every two years in fall
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MIS 4510 - Christian Missions: Principles & Practice
An introduction to the biblical, theological, historical, and practical bases for Christian missions. Special attention is given to contemporary issues in missions. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 4520 - Anthropology for Cross-cultural Understanding
An introduction to cultural anthropology for missionary change-agents, including the use of the ethnographic interview and a study of cross-cultural social structures, customs, thought forms and social change. 3 semester hr(s). Spring semester.
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MIS 4590 - International Church Planting
An introduction to the theory and practice of church planting in international contexts, including a critique of international case studies to help students develop an appropriate theological and contextual church-planting model. 3 semester hr(s). Spring semester.
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MIS 4610 - Missionary Linguistics: Theory
A basic introduction to the structure of language with an emphasis on how to master more efficiently any languages which may be encountered on the mission field. Only available to M.Div./I.C.P. Spouses. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 4791 - North American Church Planting Field Exercise
A field based study which exposes the student to North American church planting through participating in foundational church planting activities in a 10-13 week supervised internship with a church plant or a church planting church. 3 semester hr(s). With approval of supervising professor.
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MIS 4840 - North American Church Planting
An overview of North American church planting in its theoretical and practical dimensions. Students will be equipped to develop a vision and values for church planting that is theologically driven and contextually appropriate. The case studies and models to be discussed and critiqued will be those that have arisen in North American contexts. 3 semester hr(s). Fall semester.
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MIS 4900 - International Semester
12 semester hr(s).
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MIS 4911 - Linguistic Practicum
Language acquisition theory is applied in a specified cross-cultural setting in conjunction with the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention. 3 semester hr(s). P/F Offered as needed, by arrangement with the professor.
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MIS 4980 - Current Topics in International Missions: [Topic Listed]
An intensive study of selected current issues in international missions. Topics and Professors will be announced. (May be taken more than once for credit.) 3 semester hr(s). Every 2-3 years.
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MIS 5000 - Introduction to Great Commission Studies
An introduction to the biblical, theological, and practical aspects related to the practice and fulfillment of the Great Commission. Special attention is given to contemporary methods of doing missions and evangelism. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 5100 - Christian Missions: Principles and Practice
A course designed to introduce the student to the biblical, theological, historical, and practical bases for Christian missions. Special attention is given to contemporary issues in missions as well as current ways to do missions. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 5551 - North American Church Planting Field Exercise
A field study which exposes the student to North American church planting, through participating in foundational church planting activities in a 10 - 13 week supervised internship with a church plant or a church planting church. (With approval of supervising professor). 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6510 - Introduction to Linguistic Theory
A basic introduction to the structure of language with an emphasis on how to master more efficiently any languages which may be encountered on the mission field. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6520 - Anthropology for Cross-cultural Understanding
Selected insights from the field of cultural anthropology are surveyed and applied to cross-cultural ministry. Social structures, customs, thought forms, and social change are studied in light of the missionary’s change-agent role. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6530 - Bible Storying
A course designed to introduce the student to the creation of oral Bible stories, the development of an oral Bible story set, the use of music and drama in effective storytelling, and practice in delivering oral Bible stories in classroom and field settings. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6535 - Orality Theories
A course designed to introduce the student to the field of orality theory, which concerns itself with the creation, performance, and perpetuation of the verbal art of non-literate cultures. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): MIS 6530 - Bible Storying.
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MIS 6540 - North American Church Planting
An overview of North American church planting in its theoretical and practical dimensions. Students will be equipped to develop a vision and values for church planting that is theologically driven and contextually appropriate. The case studies and models to be discussed and critiqued will be those that have arisen in North American contexts. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6550 - Developing a Church Planting Methodology
A survey of church planting models, including analysis of the sociology of a reproducing church and a demographic study of designated North American mission areas. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6560 - Church Planting in Global Contexts
An overview of church planting in its biblical, theological, sociological and practical dimensions. Students will be equipped to develop a vision and values for church planting that is theologically driven and contextually appropriate. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6570 - Global and Cultural Studies
An introduction to a selected region of the world for prospective workers including an overview of the region’s history, socio-politics, culture, religion and global context. This course may be taken more than once for credit. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6590 - International Church Planting
A treatment of international church planting in its theoretical and practical dimensions. Students will be equipped to develop a model for church planting that is theologically driven and contextually appropriate. The case studies and models to be discussed and critiqued will be those that have arisen in international contexts. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6610 - Contextualized Church Planting
An examination of issues at the intersection of theology, culture, ecclesiology, and church planting. The course identifies some contextualization models and challenges students to build a theology of culture and contextualization in North America. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): MIS 6550 and MIS 6580.
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MIS 6620 - Urban Missions in NACP
An examination of issues at the intersection of urban ministry city context and church planting. The course explores the history and nature of ministering in cities from a biblical, theological and missiological perspective to help students prepare and develop a strategy for urban missions. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6700 - A Theology of Christian World Mission
A comprehensive and critical study of the biblical perspectives on the mission of Israel and the Church among the nations. Special attention is given to the Old Testament concepts of the creation, covenant, and election. The New Testament study focuses on the mission of Jesus, of the Church, and the apostolic understanding of mission. The biblical material will be compared with selected historical and contemporary theologies of mission. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6760 - The Christian Faith and American Religious Groups
An examination of important contemporary American religious groups from the standpoint of the Christian faith, including Mormons, Jehovah’s Witnesses, the Unification Church, Witchcraft and Astrology, the New Age Movement, Unity, and Hare Krishnas. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6770 - The Christian Faith and World Religions
An examination of contemporary world religions from the standpoint of the Christian faith, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Islam, and tribal religions. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6772 - Christian Perspectives and the Modern Middle East
A study of the central issues surrounding the modern Middle East in the context of Christian perspectives, focusing on the dynamics of religion and politics, nationhood, land, oil, war and peace, international relations, ecumenical Christianity, and messianism. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6800 - History of Christian Missions
An interpretive history of the expansion of Christianity from apostolic times to the present. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6820 - Islam
An introduction to Islam for prospective workers. The course will investigate the nature of Islam and offer insights on ministering the gospel to
Muslims. 3 semester hr(s). Spring
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MIS 6840 - Women and Missions
An evaluation of the roles and contributions of leading women missionaries, especially in the modern missions era (1792 - Present). 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6860 - Missions in America
A study of the philosophies, methodologies, and contemporary developments in the Christian mission work in the United States with focus on the rural-urban and the urban contexts. 2 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6880 - Missions in the Local Church
A study of the present and possible mission structures and opportunities in the local church in view of the missionary task of the church, and of select case studies and current models of missions in local churches. 2 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6901 - Missions Practicum
A combination of academic study and field missionary experience conducted in selected settings under approved supervision, in cooperation with the North American Mission Board or the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention and/or Baptist State Conventions and local churches. (For Registration, contact the office of Dr. Al James). 3 semester hr(s). P/F.
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MIS 6902 - Missions Practicum
A combination of academic study and field missionary experience conducted in selected settings under approved supervision, in cooperation with the North American Mission Board or the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention and/or Baptist State Conventions and local churches. (For Registration, contact the office of Dr. Al James). 3 semester hr(s). P/F.
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MIS 6960 - Current Topics in North American Missions
An intensive study of selected current issues in missions within North America. Topics will be announced. (May be taken more than once for credit). 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6970 - Current Topics in International Missions
A study of current issues in international missions. Topics will be announced. (May be taken more than once for credit). 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 6980 - Business as Mission(s)
This course is designed to introduce the student to the concept of Business as Mission(s). An understanding of how kingdom values are integrated into the workplace in our culture and how transferable models can be designed for reaching the world through “business as mission(s)” will be introduced and defined. 3 semester hr(s). letter every fall online
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MIS 7510 - Cross-Cultural Communication
The study and practice of communication of the Christian faith across cultural and social boundaries through both verbal and nonverbal messages. Emphasis is placed on developing bi-cultural models for evangelistic and theological persuasion using a modified receptor-oriented communicative technique. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 7511 - Linguistic Practicum
A field study which applies language acquisition theory to a specific cross-cultural setting, in cooperation with the International Mission Board. 3 semester hr(s). Pass/Fail course. With approval of supervising professor.
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MIS 7561 - Practicum in North American Church Planting I
A combination of academic study and field church planting experience conducted in selected settings under approved supervision, in cooperation with the North American Mission Board and/or State Baptist Conventions and local churches. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): M.Div./NACP. P/F. With approval of supervising professor.
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MIS 7562 - Practicum in North American Church Planting II
A continuation of MIS 7561. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): MIS 7571.
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MIS 7571 - Practicum in International Church Planting I
A combination of academic study and field missionary experience conducted in selected settings under approved supervision, in cooperation with the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention. This course emphasizes field orientation, theory, and practicum in three 3-semester hour segments. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): M.Div./I.C.P.
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MIS 7572 - Practicum in International Church Planting II
Continuation of MIS 7571. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): MIS 7571.
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MIS 7611 - Linguistic Practicum
Language acquisition theory is applied in a specified cross-cultural setting in conjunction with the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention. 6 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): M.Div./I.C.P. P/F.
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MIS 7671 - Practicum in Intern Church Planting I
A combination of academic study and field missionary experience conducted in selected settings under approved supervision, in cooperation with the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention. This course emphasizes field orientation, theory, and practicum. 6 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): M.Div./I.C.P.
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MIS 7672 - Practicum in Intern Church Planting II
Continuation of MIS 7671 . 6 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): MIS 7671.
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MIS 7771 - Practicum in World Religions
A practicum which combines academic study and field experience in locations where practitioners of world religions are found. 3 semester hr(s). P/F.
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MIS 7870 - Studies in Contextualization Theory
The study and practice of contextualization theory will enable the crosscultural change agent to minister effectively in the midst of cultural differences without compromising biblical standards and yielding to syncretism. Case studies will be utilized. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 7901 - Practicum in American Religious Groups
A combination of academic study and field experience conducted in selected settings among centers of American religious groups including Mormons, Jehovah’s Witnesses, the Unification Church, Unity, Christian Scientists, and Hare Krishnas. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): MIS 6760 or MIS 7510 or by permission of instructor. P/F.
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MIS 7930 - Practicum in Orality
A field study designed to develop the student’s ability to communicate the truth of Scripture for those who cannot read it for themselves, including field experience in an oral learning setting. (To be scheduled on an individual basis. Contact the Associate Dean for Proclamation Studies for scheduling). 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): MIS 6530 .
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MIS 7961 - Practicum in North American Missions
Academic study and field missionary experience in selected North American areas. Participants utilize their theological, biblical, and ministry training in the context with specific involvement in missions under supervision. 3 semester hr(s). P/F.
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MIS 7971 - Field Seminar in International Missions
A combination of academic study and field experience in selected countries outside the United States. The seminar is offered to middlers, seniors, and graduate students in cooperation with the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention for one semester or 12 weeks during the summer. 8 semester hr(s). P/F.
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MIS 7973 - Practicum in International Church Planting
Continuation of MIS 7572 Practicum in International Church Planting. 3 semester hr(s). Prerequisite(s): MIS 7572. P/F.
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MIS 7990 - Current Issues in Missiology and Religious Pluralism
This course is designed for graduate students and provides opportunity for research into issues of concern for the church and its mission in the context of religious pluralism. 2 semester hr(s).
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MIS 7999 - M.Div. IP Continuous Enrollment
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MIS 9610 - Models for North American Missiology
An examination of the historic and cultural models for church planting and renewal. This course will focus on providing theological, historical, and practical critique of current models, and on contrasting new models for the multiple North American contexts. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 9620 - North American Church Planting & Renewal Practices
An examination of the various stages of church planting and renewal, as well as many items of practical implementation. The course will function as an extension of the fourth seminar, enabling students to work through the implications of their conclusions in that seminar. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 9700 - Seminar in Missions and Theology
A research seminar in the mutual influences and relationships of Christian missions and theology from New Testament times until the present. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 9800 - Seminar in the History of Missions
This seminar will help the students understand the history of missions, focusing on the patristic and modern periods. Of the topics to be addressed, such as ecumenism, colonialism, and paternalism, particular attention will be given to church growth and contextualization. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 9820 - Southern Baptist Foreign Missions: 1845-1945
A critical assessment of the missiological models, methods, and trends of the SBC’s Foreign Mission Board from 1845-1945. 3 semester hr(s).
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MIS 9900 - Missions Strategy I: Theory
This seminar allows the student to make an assessment of various dimensions of missions strategy, It will cover church planting, contextualization, and leadership training both in their historical and contemporary forms. 3 semester hr(s).
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