RT 423 Seventh-day Adventist Theology (3 hours)
The course explores the fundamental beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist church from a biblical and historical perspective. Emphasis is placed on landmark beliefs and apocalyptic heritage.
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OM 305 Group & Organizational Dynamics (3 hours)
OM 305 is a study of group behavior and how group functioning affects organizational effectiveness. Emphasis is placed on decision-making and conflict resolution. Students develop strategies for effective and productive group management and for determining which tasks are best handled by a group or an individual. The focus of this course is church-related contexts.
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PY 331 Group Dynamics (3 hours)
Group Dynamics is a study of the dynamics of groups, with special emphasis being placed upon patterns of leadership, solidarity, cohesion, conflict, accommodation, and cooperation.
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RP 231 Personal Evangelism (2 hours)
Personal Evangelism is an introduction to Christian discipleship, with an emphasis on developing skills for practice, students examine biblical and theological foundations of discipleship as demonstrated in the ministry of Christ. Emphasis is given to the development of interpersonal skills for witnessing. Students learn to prepare and present Bible studies and train laity for discipleship. Field education is required. |
MU 328 Church Music & Worship (W) (3 hours)
The study of the development of church music literature from antiquity to the present. Emphasis will be placed upon hymnology, church music practice, and Biblical principles governing music ministry.
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RP 441 Christ. Worship & the Black Liturgical Experience (3 hours)
An introduction to the biblical, theological, and historical foundations of Christian worship and the implications for black liturgical experience. With an emphasis on building skills for practice, the course explores selected liturgical elements, including the role of music and the centrality of the Word. Attention is given to the relationship between corporate worship and service. Students are required to complete observations in various worship settings. |
RP 341 Biblical Preaching I (3 hours)
The course is an introduction to the biblical and theological foundations, principles, and methods of Christ-centered preaching. Students review biblical hermeneutics for application to preaching. Attention is also given to personal preparation, sermon development and delivery, and biblical preaching in the Seventh-day Adventist and Black traditions. Special emphasis is placed on Christ as the content of biblical preaching.
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RP 431 Christian Ministry I (3 hours)
RP 431 offers an examination of biblical, theological, and historical foundations of Christian ministry and their relevance to professional issues in ministry. The course is designed to lead students from critical reflection to informed practice. The course utilizes a case study approach to develop the role of the minister as grounded in the ministry of Christ. Emphasis is placed on servant-leadership, ministerial ethics, life management, denominational polity, and strategic planning.
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RP 442 Public Evan. & Church Growth (2 hours)
This course is an introduction to public evangelism and church growth with an emphasis on developing skills for practice, students examine the biblical and theological foundations of public evangelism and church growth as demonstrated in the ministry of Christ. Traditional and non-traditional approaches are explored. Special emphasis is given to the role of the laity in successful public evangelism and church growth. Field education is required.
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RB 211 The Biblical Jesus (3 hours)
RB 211 is an introductory study of the person and work of Jesus Christ as depicted in Scripture. This course explores the messages and Christological perspectives of each Gospel using an exegetical approach. The messages of the Gospels are explored in light of their historical, literary, sociocultural, and theological contexts. Special attention will be given to the relevance of the person and work of Jesus Christ for ministerial practice and contemporary Christian living.
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LD 300 Foundational Theories of Leadership Principles (3 hours)
This course explores a range of historical and contemporary theories of leadership. It engages the students in acquiring knowledge of leadership principles in the area of the definition and meaning of leadership, expectations for and functions of a leader, and qualifications and skills essential for effective leadership.
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HI 314 History of the SDA Church (3 hours)
A survey course of the rise and progress of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
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RT 421 Christian Theology (3 hours)
In this course, an introductory survey of the development of Christian thought from A.D. 100 to 1300. Treatment is given to the task of theology, theological principles and methods, and biblical critique of theological ideas. Dogmatic categories include theology, Christology, pneumatology, anthropology, soteriology, ecclesiology, and eschatology. Students explore the relevance of
theological reflection for modern church and society.
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LD 310 Communication Strategies in Leadership (3 hours)
Effective communication is one of the most important aspects of successful leadership in any organizational context or venue in society. In this course, emphasis is placed on a knowledge and understanding of communication models, practices, strategies and techniques illustrating and referencing historical and contemporary leaders in the context of leadership.
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RB 411 Old Testament 1 (3 Hours)
This is an introductory survey of the Old Testament books from Genesis to Esther. The messages of each book are explored in light of their historical, geographical, literary, and theological contexts. Special attention is given to issues of interpretation and methodological approaches, laying the groundwork for the Christological interpretation of the Old Testament.
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PY 201 Psychology of Religion (3 hours)
A study of the psychological aspects of religion and an analysis of several systems in psychology from a Christian perspective, utilizing the writings of Ellen G. White along with other Christian authors.
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RT 322 World Religions (2 hours)
RT 322 is a survey of the development, beliefs, worldviews, and practices of the religions of the world, including African and Caribbean traditions as well as modern religious movements. Special emphasis is placed on their relationship with Christianity.
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RT 321 Christian Ethics (3 hours)
Christian Ethics is an introductory survey of Christian ethics from biblical to present times. The course includes a systematic evaluation of various approaches to Christian ethics. Consideration is given to the relationship between the Bible and the quality and character of the Christian moral life, with special emphasis on Christ as the center of value and the moral life. Students investigate and critique major ethical systems and engage in values analysis, clarification, and criticism.
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RP 131 Spiritual Formation for Ministry (2 hours)
Christian Ethics is an introductory survey of Christian ethics from biblical to present times. The course includes a systematic evaluation of various approaches to Christian ethics. Consideration is given to the relationship between the Bible and the quality and character of the Christian moral life, with special emphasis on Christ as the center of value and the moral life. Students investigate and critique major ethical systems and engage in values analysis, clarification, and criticism.
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LD 320 Applied Lead. in Org. Change (3 hours)
This course focuses on the expectations and implementations of the leader’s role and responsibility in facilitating and managing organizational change and the organizational climate with application in business, community, government, or religious or social organizations. Topics explored include diversity, ethics, organizational behavior, power and influence, motivation, politics and stakeholder relationships.
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