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MN415 Practice of Counsel & Care

In this introductory course, students explore giving counsel and offering care  as ministers of Word and sacrament. They develop an understanding of the fundamental principles of pastoral care  and acquire basic skills required for giving counsel and offering care....

MN412 Christian Life & Mission

Introduction to the church’s self understanding as a missional and  eschatological community formed by the  good news of Jesus Christ and made to be its living witness. The course seeks to  cultivate a biblical-theological rationale for the existence of the church and...

MN390 Worship Practicum 1

Stewardship of Daily Chapel. Students taking this course will be part of a team that assists other students, staff, faculty, and guests in planning and  leading daily worship. Course meets each  week for 1.5 hours to plan and reflect on  past services. Course 1 of 2....

MN350 Worship Foundations

This course is an exploration of the biblical and theological foundations of  Christian worship. These foundations are explored with an eye, an ear, and especially a heart for planning and  leading worship richly pastorally. Occasions of worship explored include ...

MN335 Foundations of the Christian Life

An introductory course for all MDiv and MA students, this course invites students  to explore 1) God’s story through an  introduction to the story of Scripture, 2) our stories through an exploration of  our callings to be disciples with particular vocations in the...