Catalog 05-07 - Biola University

orlm 360 small Group Discipleship & Counseling .........................3
A small group communication course applying dyadic and
cohort dynamics to discipleship and counseling. Field assign-
ments encourage personal growth in the nurturing of faith
development.
orlm 362 human Development for youth ministry .......................3
A survey of human development research and curriculum
theory related to intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual
development in childhood and adolescence. The course
emphasizes program design and coordination as well as ac-
commodation of special needs young people.
orlm 365 Lifespan spiritual Development
& adult Leadership Training ................................................3
A survey of moral and faith development research and curric-
ulum theory related to adult learning. The course emphasizes
program design and coordination. Ministry to men, women,
families, single parents, and the divorced is introduced.
orlm 420 Cross-Cultural
& international ministry Dynamics ...................................3
A ministry strategy course based upon the theology of
redemption and the responsibility of mission. Principles and
methods of cross-cultural communication and intercultural re-
lationship are emphasized. Specific characteristics of ministry
in the African-American, Hispanic, and Asian communities are
investigated.
orlm 440 Principles & Practices of ministry management ..........3
A review of biblical and theological guidelines as well as
contemporary organizational leadership theory applicable
to management of enterprise functions in churches and
ministries.
orlm 450 Creative exposition in Contemporary Worship ............3
An advanced Bible exposition courses that includes appropri-
ate integration of art, music, drama and presentation media.
The course balances theory and practice, blending biblical
ministry with contemporary communication.
orlm 480 Contemporary issues in ministry Leadership................1
An advanced course that encourages development of the
ability to create new ministry forms and programs in accord
with biblical values and theological principles while consider-
ing emerging or alternative cultural preferences. Emphasis is
placed upon critical thinking, ethical evaluation, and creative
problem solving.
orlm 490 research Project ......................................................................3
The student is assisted in selecting a topic, the use of a
computerized data base, research techniques and writing.
Emphasis is on the integration of biblical and other sources
in research, which is related to a specific issue, problem or
opportunity. The written document will detail the conclusions
and recommendations for solving the issue in study.
168 School of Professional Studies B I O L A U N I V E R S I T Y