General Catalog for 2009-10

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(MSSN) Christian Missions

2303.0 Introduction to Christian Missions

A study of the biblical basis of missions and a surevy of current

missiological trends and practices.

Fall/Spring

3073.0 Christian Ministries Study Trip

This course consists of a study trip providing international or

national missions experience. The focus will be on the study of

missions through classroom preparation and practical application on

the mission field.

Summer

3103.0 ESL

A study of current methods and materials used for teaching reading,

writing, listening and speaking in English as a Second Language, with

a view to how such programs are utilized in mission work.

Spring Odd Yrs

3203.0 Missiology.

An in-depth inquiry into the biblical, historical, cultural, and

strategic dimensions of current missiological thought and practice.

Prerequisite: MSSN 2303 or permission of instructor.

Fall

3323.0 Contemporary Cults

An examination of important contemporary cult groups in relationship

to the Christian faith.

Spring Even Yrs

3343.0 History of Missions.

A survey of the expansion of Christianity through missions from

Pentecost to the present.

Fall Even Yrs

3403.0 World Religions

A study of the major living religions other than Christianity.

Fall/Spring

4303.0 Missions Methodology.

A survey of methodologies used by missionaries in the past, an intro-

duction to contemporary methodologies and a look at future trends in

missiological practice, with a view to evaluating their biblical

relevance and relationship to the expansion of Christianity. Pre-

requisite: MSSN 2303 or permission of instructor.

Spring Even Yrs

4313.0 Cross Cultural Communication

A study of the principles of intercultural communication with a view

to preparing students for life and ministry in another culture.

Prerequisite: MSSN 2303 or permission of instructor.

Spring Odd Yrs

4801.0 4801-4893. Special Studies in Christian Missions.

Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair of the Department and the Dean

of the School.

On Demand