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The purpose of the Corporate Worship Studies program is to form students into disciples of Christ, whole-life worshipers of God,
and servants of His Church and the world, through the direction and power of God's Word and Spirit. Included in this purpose
is educating, training, equipping, providing experience and encouraging students to be effective in local church ministry
with particular emphasis on corporate worship leadership and ministry using music and the arts. With the necessary
foundation of biblical and theological studies, as well as learning to understand the mission of God's people (His Church)
and contemporary culture, the student is prepared to minister to God in a way that pleases Him and to minister to people
in the local church, community and world.

Summit Pacific offers a 2-year certificate and a 4 year degree
in Corporate Worship Studies (CWS)

• 36 credit hours in Bible and Theology
• 36 credit hours in General Studies
• 21 credit hours in Practical Theology
• 32 credit hours in Corporate Worship

Corporate Worship Studies Faculty and Staff

PERSONNEL

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this 4 year program the student shall be able to:

1. understand and assimilate the Scriptural purposes and uses of music in corporate worship, discipleship, education, and evangelism;
2. demonstrate the musical and leadership skills necessary to plan and lead appropriate worship services based on Biblical principles and sensitivity to the Holy Spirit, with due respect given to cultural implications, and the uniqueness of the local church;
3. effectively supervise and direct various congregational, instrumental, and vocal music groups within the arts ministry of the local church;
4. show evidence of appreciation for church music in its various historical and contemporary forms;
5. knowledgeably interact with the musical forms in the world around them;
6. exhibit an acceptable level of proficiency on the student's chosen primary instrument; and,
7. recognize the importance of the presence and power of the Holy Spirit in personal and corporate worship, as well as in community outreach.

CORPORATE WORSHIP STUDIES MAJOR
32 semester hours

• 4  Private Lessons
• 3  Music Theory and Practice I
• 3  Music Theory and Practice II
• 3  Music Theory and Harmony III
• 1  Vocal Methods
• 1  Instrumental Methods
• 3  Corporate Worship Leadership & Administration
• 3  Song-writing and Arranging
• 4  Music Ministry Groups
• 2  Grad Choir/Band
• 2  Church Media and Technology
• 2  The Arts for Ministry
• 3  Corporate Worship Internship

• NOTE: Some courses are offered every second year. Students should alter their programs as necessary.

• NOTE: Additional Requirements for PAOC Credentials:

• POSSIBLE EXEMPTION: MUSI 151 Music Theory I. Documentary proof of an equivalent level of music theory, sight singing and ear training proficiency is required for consideration of a placement exam that could lead to exemption. Otherwise, this course will be taken during the first semester of the program.

Corporate Worship Studies Program Handbook 2009
The Corporate Worship Studies Handbook includes:
our purpose and objectives, the two and four year programs.
There is also a detailed account of the expectations needed
for your proficiency requirements (in two instruments), private lesson
policy, music ministry groups, as well as other CWS information.

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