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National College Credit Recommendation Service

Board of Regents  |  University of the State of New York

Ministry - INILIMI

Descriptions and credit recommendations for all evaluated learning experiences

Length:

50 hours (5 weeks).

Dates:

September 2021 - Present. 

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: communicate the theological and biblical rationale for urban ministry performance; identify the different models of an effective urban church planting; summarize the content of the course in a model of urban evangelism that is viable; evaluate contemporary urban ministries in light of biblical principles; and identify the gifts and the call to evangelization within the urban context.

Instruction:

Instruction is offered completely online or in synchronous format through the use of study guides, required and supplemental readings, quizzes, homework, lab-required interaction with the instructor, and/or final exams. The course assesses students’ end-of-course knowledge and skills in an online format. Major topics include the study of the ministerial mission of the church in large cities; Biblical rationale for any ministry, so that it is efficient and effective in the parts in which it is implemented; model resources and strategies endorsed by scholars of urban missions. The conferences emphasize a comprehensive ministry that serves all the needs of the urban community.

Credit recommendation:

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Ministry or Christian Leadership (9/21).

Length:

50 hours (5 weeks).

Dates:

September 2021 - Present. 

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: explain the rationale and concepts of church administration; evaluate a variety of administrative positions between the leader, church and society; carry out an efficient and effective administration of the Christian church; promote a healthy environment in human relations in the administration; and define and practice the six stages of the administrative process.

Instruction:

Instruction is offered completely online or in synchronous format through the use of study guides, required and supplemental readings, quizzes, homework, lab-required interaction with the instructor, and/or final exams. The course assesses students’ end-of-course knowledge and skills in an online format. Major topics include the administration principles revealed in the Word of God. Jesus Christ, the chief administrator, administers the body of Christ; fundamentals and practices of a good management of the church from a cell group context, understanding that the administrator of the church is the local pastor, the person God has chosen; and organization and leadership models from a Pentecostal context.

Credit recommendation:

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Ministry or Christian Leadership (9/21).

Length:

50 hours (5 weeks).

Dates:

September 2021 - Present. 

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: value the bible as a sufficient and adequate source and guide to deal with the life problems of anyone who decides to obey it; know the skills required for the ministry of pastoral care in a biblical-practical and appropriate context; organize and derive from the Bible a program or guide of pastoral care and counseling for specific topics or areas with a longer scope to provide counseling and biblical-pastoral care in the context of the various situations and challenges of personal life, family, congregational issues, etc.; differentiate and apply biblical counseling from general counseling and integrationist counseling, provide the benefits derived from it for the life of the person in need of the appropriate counseling; and explain and analyze the most important characteristics of biblical-pastoral counseling and care.

Instruction:

Instruction is offered completely online or in synchronous format through the use of study guides, required and supplemental readings, quizzes, homework, lab-required interaction with the instructor, and/or final exams. The course assesses students’ end-of-course knowledge and skills in an online format. Major topics include an advanced level equipping believers and leaders within the different contextual variables of the ministry to provide help to those in need with the biblical tools necessary to solve personal and family problems, etc. according to the most accepted standards; and effective counseling with a methodology design preceding the Word of God.

Credit recommendation:

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Pastoral Ministry, Pastoral Care, or Counseling (9/21).

Length:

50 hours (5 weeks).

Dates:

September 2021 - Present. 

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: acquire a broad vision of the history and development of the Christian liturgy; identify and discuss various liturgical practices and compare them to the Pentecostal liturgy; recognize and respect the different liturgical expressions within the Christian and non-Christian movement; develop and define a Latin Pentecostal liturgy; be sensitive to the Holy Spirit in the development of a public service and be critical of the elements to be used; make good use of visual elements that complement preaching, reading and music;  think critically about the present and the future of our Latin Pentecostal liturgy; and plan a public service that is fully aware of a strong Pentecostal liturgy.

Instruction:

Instruction is offered completely online or in synchronous format through the use of study guides, required and supplemental readings, quizzes, homework, lab-required interaction with the instructor, and/or final exams. The course assesses students’ end-of-course knowledge and skills in an online format. Major topics  include a liturgical practice with an emphasis on the Pentecostal tradition; exploration of history, theology, and development of church liturgy and worship; Biblical examples and how they have been transformed due to the different theological expressions, the context in which it is practiced, generational diversity and contemporary challenges; and examination of a Latin Pentecostal liturgy.

Credit recommendation:

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Ministry or Christian Leadership (9/21).

Length:

50 hours (5 weeks).

Dates:

September 2021 - Present. 

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: define the mission, vision, and values of a church; examine the biblical, theological, and practical foundations; discern the intact character of a planter, in order to fulfill the Great Commission; study the profile of the planter; recognize style of leadership, abilities, and spiritual gifts in relation to the multiplication of the church; learn to prioritize family relationships and other social commitments; and devise strategies and specific plans to establish a church.

Instruction:

Instruction is offered completely online or in synchronous format through the use of study guides, required and supplemental readings, quizzes, homework, lab-required interaction with the instructor, and/or final exams. The course assesses students’ end-of-course knowledge and skills in an online format. Major topics include how to establish churches with a clear idea of how to establish a Christian congregation complying with the Great Commission, making disciples that will make their best effort to expand the kingdom of God on earth; Biblical, theological, and practical foundations for a healthy, practical, and strategic foundation; profile of the planter; various methodologies and principles related to this important calling. Students will present a practical church plantation project of a church.

Credit recommendation:

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Ministry or Christian Leadership (9/21).

Length:

50 hours (5 weeks).

Dates:

September 2021 - Present. 

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: articulate a Biblical and theological foundation for Spirit-empowered global missions; identify the process of evangelization and church planting in an intercultural context; develop mission strategies to evangelize unreached people; integrate a global missions perspective into a Christian life, ministry, and work; and develop and implement a missionary prayer strategy for nations, both for the United States and around the world.

Instruction:

Instruction is offered completely online or in synchronous format through the use of study guides, required and supplemental readings, quizzes, homework, lab-required interaction with the instructor, and/or final exams. The course assesses students’ end-of-course knowledge and skills in an online format. Major topics include forming a biblical perspective; missions as a powerful instrument of God from patriarchal times to apostolic times and up to the present, positively affecting communities and nations. 

Credit recommendation:

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Ministry or Christian Leadership (9/21).

Length:

50 hours (5 weeks).

Dates:

September 2021 - Present. 

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: apply the doctrinal knowledge in preaching ministry; preach and teach the meaning of Scripture to both heart and mind with clarity and enthusiasm; consistently integrate theological/historical perspectives; utilize the Bible throughout the preaching ministry; develop a strong spiritual commitment to the preaching ministry; show maturity and focus while having a burning desire to apply the Word of God; articulate knowledge, both oral and written, including details, concepts, and frameworks within their preaching ministries; demonstrate strong communication skills, intelligence, strategic thinking, and conflict management; apply cultural/global perspectives; and listen attentively to the needs of their parishioners to develop their sermons.

Instruction:

Instruction is offered completely online or in synchronous format through the use of study guides, required and supplemental readings, quizzes, homework, lab-required interaction with the instructor, and/or final exams. The course assesses students’ end-of-course knowledge and skills in an online format. Major topics include practical instruction for effective communication of the Word of God; the call and the anointing; and parts and types of sermons used in Christian ministry.

Credit recommendation:

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Homiletics, Ministry, or Christian Leadership (9/21).

Length:

50 hours (5 weeks).

Dates:

September 2021 - Present.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: define leadership from an academic, ecclesiastical, and ministerial perspective; identify the necessary elements to be an impacting leader in our community, church and/or place of employment; explain the concepts of leadership that make this a task that involves everyone; affirm the areas of strong leadership and reinforce areas lacking skills; and design a leadership model that helps start and/or revitalize ministries.

Instruction:

Instruction is offered completely online or in synchronous format through the use of study guides, required and supplemental readings, quizzes, homework, lab-required interaction with the instructor, and/or final exams. The course assesses students’ end-of-course knowledge and skills in an online format. Major topics include a general study on the integration of ministerial/pastoral and leadership theory and practice in the Hispanic Pentecostal context; different theories and concepts of leadership from a ministerial and ecclesiastical perspective, applicable to a ministerial context. Emphasis on those concepts that help open a ministry according to divine design, providing models that prepare the leader/pastor, impacting leadership and decision-making in a ministry. In addition, the culture and identity of the ministry context are examined to better understand the dynamics of leadership.

Credit recommendation:

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to Ministerial Leadership, Introduction to Leadership Studies, or Introduction to Pastoral Ministry (9/21).

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