YMN301 Youth Ministry Philosophy
This course is designed to help students establish a Biblical foundational philosophy for ministering to youth and to introduce students to basic skills and competencies necessary for effective youth ministry in any culture. Emphasis will be placed on understanding non-negotiable Biblical principles, exploring characteristics unique to youth and youth culture, and applying ministry principles to the specific needs of adolescents.
Credits: 3
Student learning outcomes
- Identify unique traits of adolescents and young adults.
- Articulate a philosophy of ministry founded on clear Biblical foundations.
- Determine the general needs of individual adolescents and groups of adolescents based on Biblical discipleship goals.
- Apply effective ministry principles in formal and informal ministry to adolescents.
- Integrate an understanding of the Scriptures with the creation of approaches to evangelism.
- Move adolescents toward aggressive growth in their pursuit of God and His world.