CHURCH MINISTRIES DEGREE PROGRAM The Church Ministries major is of particular interest to those who wish to stress education and teaching as primary aspects of their Christian ministry. An in-depth study of Bible and Theology (39 semester hours) constitutes the backbone of the studies. Practics courses concerned with teaching and learning methods (48 semester hours) prepare students for effective communication of their message and convictions. General Studies comprise 36 semester hours.

OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this 4 year program the student shall be able to: understand what Christian education is and its importance to the local church; demonstrate knowledge of the history and literature of Christian education; demonstrate an understanding of the theories, practices and methods of teaching, outreach and discipleship at all levels; understand contemporary issues, trends and needs of people in society especially as it relates to the disciplemaking mandate of the church; articulate a Biblical philosophy and strategy of Christian education; communicate effectively with varying audience contexts; and, nurture the practice of ministry in the power of the Spirit.

CHURCH MINISTRIES MAJOR 24 semester hours 3 Principles of Teaching 3 Cross Cultural Studies 3 Developmental Psychology 3 Resource and Program Development 3 Foundations of Counselling I 3 Ministry to Adults/Ministry to Children 3 Local Church Leadership 3 Church Ministries Internship

Graduates of this course are prepared for both pastoral and classroom ministry. Also, a sound foundation is laid for advanced studies and degrees. This program is recommended for those who plan to become teaching pastors or evangelists, missionary educators, directors of Christian Education, Sunday School or youth workers.

SAMPLE DEGREE PROGRAM

FRESHMAN YEAR

Fall Semester	Credits	Spring Semester	Credits
ENGL 103 Introduction to Literature I	3	ENGL 104 Introduction to Literature II	3
BIBL 113 Hermeneutics	3	BIBL 114 Pentateuch	3
BIBL 115 Gospels	3	RELS 132 Cross Cultural Studies	3
RELS 131 Introduction to Spiritual Issues	3	EDUC 142 Principles of Teaching	3
RELS 133 Religious Conversion	3	HIST 172 History of the Pentecostal Church	3
	15		15

SOPHOMORE YEAR

Fall Semester	Credits	Spring Semester	Credits
PSYCH 106 Intro to Psychology	3	BUSI 111 Business Fundamentals	3
BIBL 211 Historical Literature	3	BIBL 212 Acts	3
THEO 221 Doctrine I	3	THEO 222 Doctrine II	3
EDUC 241 Youth Communication	3	EDUC 242 Developmental Psychology	3
EDUC 243 Resource/Program Development	3	EDUC 342 Ministry to Adults OR EDUC 341 Ministry to Children	3
	15		15

JUNIOR YEAR

Fall Semester	Credits	Spring Semester	Credits
HIST 111 History of Western Civilization	3	HIST 260 History of Christianity	3
COUN 245 Foundations in Counselling I	3	RELS 331 Pastoral Theology	3
THEO 321 Biblical Theology of the Holy Spirit	3	RELS 332 Christianity and Culture	1.5
RELS 335 Pastoral Ministries Internship	1.5	RELS 336 Pastoral Ministries Internship	1.5
General Studies Elective	3	COUN 344 Marriage and Family Counselling	3
Bible Elective	3	General Studies Elective	3
	16.5		16.5

SENIOR YEAR

Fall Semester	Credits	Spring Semester	Credits
PHIL 105 Introduction to Philosophy	3	PHIL 210 Contemporary Ethical Issues	3
RELS 338 Local Church Leadership	3	THEO 422 Old Testament Theology	3
EDUC 405 Church Ministries Internship	3 *	General Studies Elective	3
THEO 421 New Testament Theology	3	Bible Elective	3
Bible Elective	3	Science Elective	3
	15		15

* Although Church Ministries Internship is shown as three credits in the Fall semester,
it will normally be taken for 1.5 credits in the Fall and Spring Semesters.

Church Ministries Diploma

Those who graduate from this major will have a sound preparation in Bible and Theology (36 semester hours), Practics (36 semester hours) and General Studies (21 semester hours). This major is designed for those desiring to acquire skills in the Christian Education ministry of the Church. To qualify for credentialing after graduation with this major will require some additional hours.

Course Requirements and Curriculum

Freshman Year

Fall Semester	Credits	Spring Semester	Credits
ENGL 103 Introduction to Literature	3	BIBL 114 Pentateuch	3
BIBL 113 Hermeneutics	3	RELS 132 Cross Cultural Studies	3
BIBL 115 Gospels	3	EDUC 142 Principles of Teaching	3
RELS 131 Introduction to Spiritual Issues	3	HIST 172 History of the Pentecostal Church	3
RELS 133 Religious Conversion	3	General Studies Elective	3
	15		15

Sophmore Year

Fall Semester	Credits	Spring Semester	Credits
PSYC 106 Introduction to Psychology	3	BIBL 212 Acts	3
BIBL 211 Historical Literature	3	THEO 222 Doctrine II	3
THEO 221 Doctrine I	3	PSYC 242 Developmental Psychology	3
EDUC 241 Youth Communication	3	Bible Elective	3
EDUC 243 Resource/Program Development	3	General Studies Elective	3
	15		15

Senior Year

Fall Semester	Credits	Spring Semester	Credits
HIST 111 History of Western Civilization	3	HIST 260 History of Christianity	3
THEO 321 Biblical Theology of the Holy Spirit	3	RELS 331 Pastoral Theology	3
RELS 338 Local Church Leadership	3	EDUC 342 Ministry to Adults/Children	3
THEO 421 New Testament Theology	3	THEO 422 Old Testament Theology	1.5
EDUC 445 Church Ministry Internship	1.5	EDUC 445 Church Ministry Internship	1.5
Bible Elective	3	EDUC Elective	3
	15		15

Christian Worker Certificate

The certificate programs in General Bible, Church Ministries and Music consist of 60 to 63 semester hours of required and elective courses. Each certificate is a recognized program of the college, but its completion does not constitute graduation from the college, nor does it meet the requirements for ordination as set forth by the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada.

Christian Worker Certificate - Church Ministries

Objective

This program is designed to provide competency in teacher education skills and understanding for those who desire to minister in the local church. The program focuses on understanding the Scriptures and methods of applying this truth in evangelizing children and youth.

Course Requirements and Curriculum

Note: some courses are offered every second year. Students should alter their programs as necessary.

Freshman Year

Fall Semester	Credits	Spring Semester	Credits
BIBL 113 Hermeneutics	3	BIBL 114 Pentateuch	3
BIBL 115 Gospels	3	RELS 132 Cross Cultural Studies	3
RELS 131 Introduction to Spiritual Issues	3	EDUC 142 Principles of Teaching	3
RELS 133 Religious Conversion	3	HIST 172 History of the Pentecostal Church	3
Open Elective	3	Open Elective	3
	15		15

Sophomore Year

Fall Semester	Credits	Spring Semester	Credits
BIBL 211 Historical Literature	3	BIBL 212 Acts	3
THEO 221 Doctrine I	3	THEO 222 Doctrine II	3
EDUC 241 Youth Communication	3	PSYC 242 Developmental Psychology	3
EDUC 243 Resource/Program Development	3	EDUC 446 Church Ministries Internship	1.5
EDUC 445 Church Ministries Internship	1.5	EDUC Elective	3
EDUC Elective	3	RELS Elective	3
	16.5		16.5

RESOURCES

Summit Pacific College's Hudson Memorial Library maintains a web site with numerous useful references
and links related to Christian Education. Click here for the library resource web site.

Andrew Evans
Director of the Church Ministries Major
Email: cministries@summitpacific.ca
Office Telephone: (604) 851-7219 or 1-800-976-8388

If you have any questions about programs here at Summit Pacific College,
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