The curriculum is designed to develop the person
as a spiritual and ministry leader. With a strong emphasis on personal mentoring and field
training, it integrates Spiritual Formation (personal walk with God, godly
relationships, and character development), Ministry Readiness (evangelism,
discipleship, small groups, communication, and leadership), and Academic
Studies (Bible, theology, biblical languages, and church history) into an
harmonious unit. All the programs are coordinated so the student may
complete one program and move on to a higher degree.
A variety of educational methods are used in all
classes, relevant to the subject matter, needs of the students, and
expertise of the faculty. The focus of this curriculum is on mastery
learning rather than time on task; every student is expected to master the
materials and experiences, and personal help will be given to enable the student to achieve mastery.
In the ministry classes there
are specific activities the student will engage in. For the four main
ministry classes the student is assigned a personal mentor who helps him
learn and do the actual ministry. The student and the mentor go
out together to do ministry and the mentor demonstrates each step and
then helps the student learn to do the activity with proficiency.
The program comes
together in a local setting. A pastor or Campus Crusade for Christ
staff member may serve as a mentor. The
experience is far better
if there are a group (3-15) who follow the program together. Much is
learned in a group, as well as from the leader. The classes are
taught in a group setting
using adult educational methods. In addition, a mentor
spends time one-on-one with the disciple each week, encouraging and
praying together and doing ministry together.
As as evangelism is
carried out on the field eventually there are new believers to take
through follow-up and into personal discipleship. A small group of
the new believers is formed and they are discipled by the original
disciple, under the mentoring of the teacher. This group of new
believers can be the founding group for a new church or can be added to an
existing church. Soon an entire neighborhood can be prayer-walked
and reached for Christ.
1. SCOPE OF THE CURRICULUM
The school offers
Bible and ministry certificates and graduate degree programs including a
Master of Christian Ministry and a Master of Leadership in Ministry.
2. MAJOR GOALS FOR THE
MASTER'S DEGREE CURRICULA
A. Spiritual Formation Goals The student will
grow to serve as a visionary, wise, and godly leader for a Christian
ministry or church. Model evangelism and discipleship to others. Have a
genuine love for Christ, a passion for ministry to others and a dependence
on God's Word.
B. Academic Preparation Goals The student shall
be trained to acquire a first-hand knowledge of the content of the
Bible Acquire the exegetical and interpretive tools to do independent
exegesis of any Scriptural text. Develop an understanding of and
convictions concerning major Christian doctrines. Develop the knowledge
and ability to present the Christian faith in the face of cultural,
social, and religious challenges.
C. Ministry Readiness Goals The student is to be
trained so that he has the ministry skills to be able to function
effectively using his spiritual gifts in the context in which God leads
him to serve. Has the perspective and skills necessary to launch and
sustain a ministry of multiplication.
3. COMPONENTS OF ADULT EDUCATIONAL DESIGN
A. Factors used in all adult education programs
Mentors - Trainers Field-based life experience Small group interaction
Multiple teaching approaches Classic and current information Multimedia,
as relevant Mastery Model
B. Essentials of biblical ministry Deity and
authority of Jesus Christ Great Commandment Great Commission Personal
discipleship Multiplication/Church Growth strategy Doctrinally solid and
broad-based Spirit-filled life
C. Core values: character development and
readiness for ministry 1. Character Integrated Personal Values Fruit of
the Spirit Spiritual Gifts Spiritual Maturity
D. Readiness for ministry: Skills Commitment
Comprehensive Understanding Spiritual Warfare
