CMI 150 (2) INTRODUCTION TO MINISTRY

An orientation course for those contemplating special areas of Christian service, providing insight into ministry from biblical thought, church history, theology, and contemporary Christian movements. Attention is given to the importance of women and ethnic issues in ministry. Offered 2007-08.

CMI 160 (2) INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

An introduction to the skills and knowledge required to organize a Christian education program in the local church. Offered 2007-08.

CMI 200 (3) CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OF CHILDREN

An introduction to the spiritual needs and development of the child; emphasis on the use of methods at specific age levels and the administration of the program for children.
Prerequisites: Christian Ministry 150 and Bible 101 or 102.

CMI 210 (3) INTRODUCTION TO YOUTH MINISTRY

A study of the characteristics and spiritual needs of youth, practical factors involved with youth ministry, including resources for programming and discipleship.
Prerequisites: Christian Ministry 150 and Bible 101 or 102.

CMI 220 (3) YOUTH MINISTRY IN CONTEMPORARY CULTURE

An in-depth analysis of issues facing contemporary youth, with an examination of leadership models and appropriate methods to facilitate effective week to week ministry with youth. Offered 2007-08.
Prerequisites: Christian Ministry150 and Bible 101 or 102.

CMI 300 (3) PREACHING

An introduction to the preparation and delivery of sermons. Includes laboratory experience. Offered Offered 2007-08.
Prerequisites: Communication 100, Christian Ministry 150, Theology 250.

CMI 320 (2) ADMINISTRATION AND LEADERSHIP

An introduction to the organizational skills and knowledge required in the pastoral ministry. Offered 2007-08.
Prerequisites: Christian Ministry 150, Theology 250.

CMI 330 (2) PASTORAL CARE AND COUNSELING

A study of pastoral care and leadership and their Biblical, historical and theological foundations in relation to their contemporary expressions.
Prerequisites: Christian Ministry 150, Theology 250.

CMI 350 (3) EVANGELISM AND CROSS-CULTURAL MINISTRY

A study of the Biblical, historical and theological foundations of evangelism, missions, and church growth in relation to their contemporary expressions. Offered 2007-08.
Prerequisites: Christian Ministry 150, Theology 250.

CMI 387 (1-4) INTERNSHIP

Supervised training in ministry, designed to help the student correlate classroom experiences with  the practice of ministry. May be repeated up to a total of six units. Graded Credit/No Credit. Offered 2007-08.
Prerequisites: Bible 101 or 102 and consent of instructor.

CMI 400 (3) CHRISTIAN WORSHIP

A study of the practice of worship and its Biblical, historical and theological foundations in relation to its contemporary expressions, with special attention to the sacraments, Christian rituals and the liturgical year.
Prerequisites: Christian Ministry 150, Theology 250.

CMI 490 (1-3) SPECIAL STUDIES IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY

An investigation of a topic in Christian ministries not otherwise covered in the curriculum. May be repeated to a total of six units.
Prerequisite: Consent of the dean of the School of Theology and Christian Ministry.