Diploma in Youth Ministry

MM574: Youth Ministry Design and Programming

Aim

To develop a strategy for appropriate youth ministry design and to examine effective programming strategies.

Content Outline

a. Youth Ministry Design: Develop a Biblical and appropriate youth ministry design with particular reference to philosophy, purpose, models of ministry, implementation, and integration with the wider church.

b. Youth Ministry Programming: Learn principles and practices of elements of an effective youth programme with particular reference to Bible study, prayer, worship, camping, evangelism, mission, and recreation.

Assessments

Assessment 1: Written Assignment (2,000 words): Present a proposed* Youth Ministry Design for the ministry you are involved in and describe a strategy for its implementation.

Assessment 2: Written Assignment (2,000 words): Reflect on three aspects of programming within your youth ministry. Choose Bible study and two others from the following list: prayer, worship, evangelism, service/mission, recreation, camping, creative ministry, or family ministry. Evaluate these in the light of theory taught, identifying strengths and weaknesses and identify specific steps you will take to improve the programme.

Mode of delivery

Distance study. On site option available in Auckland and Christchurch semester 1, 2009. Click here for details.