Welch College
Programme Detail: Biblical and Ministry Studies (BA/BS)
| Language of this entry | English (USA) |
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| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Biblical and Ministry Studies (BA/BS) |
| Type of Training | Programme with multiple subsidiary courses |
| Reference Number | fwbbc1 |
| Description | Biblical Studies: Objectives for All Programs Every program of study includes a concentration in Biblical and doctrinal studies. The objectives of this are essential to the College’s very reason for existence. Any graduate of the College should therefore be able to: (1) demonstrate a general and comprehensive knowledge of the Bible as a whole and in its major parts; (2) interpret the Bible consistently and persuasively according to sound hermeneutical principles; (3) apply Biblical truth in the formation of his or her own character in a manner consistent with a Christian worldview; (4) use the Bible effectively in the particular ministry he or she prepares for, or as a Christian layperson in more general Christian service. Major in Biblical Studies For the accomplishment of the objectives listed above, the following 30 hours are required for all baccalaureate programs at FWBBC, except those included in the majors in Biblical and Ministry Studies (below): BI 120 Biblical Discipleship, 3 BI 101-2, 203-4-5 Bible Survey, 14 TH 201-2 Bible Doctrines, 6 (may substitute TH 301-2) Electives in Bible and Theology, 7 (including 3 Bible hours at the 400 level). Major in Biblical and Ministry Studies The purpose of a program of study including this major is to prepare the student for a specific vocational ministry. This major may follow one of five tracks: (1) pastoral ministry, (2) missions, (3) Christian education, (4) youth ministry, or (5) general Christian ministries. Pastoral Ministry Track Program Coordinator: Terry Forrest, M.S. This program trains preachers for leadership ministry, for Free Will Baptists especially, usually as pastors, church planters, or evangelists. Specific objectives include those stated above for Biblical Studies and those stated elsewhere for the General Education core (page 85). The graduate should also be able to: (1) matriculate a Biblical theology and philosophy of church life and ministry; (2) minister God’s Word effectively through preaching and teaching; (3) demonstrate competency in effective leadership and interpersonal skills; (4) develop and direct various church ministries centered around worship, evangelism, and edification. This program may be pursued either for the B.A. or for the B.S. Degree. |
| Keywords | Bible, Ministry, theology |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (USA) |
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| Country and region where programme is available | United States / Tennessee |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Bible Teaching and Training / Old Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / New Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Theology; Bible Teaching and Training / Biblical Languages |
| Residential/Non Residential | Residential |
| Full-time or Part-time | Full-time |
| Level | Degree |
| Cost Range | US$100,000 or more |
| Actual Cost | - |
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| Average hours of study per week | 0 |
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| Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) | |
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| Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) | 0 |
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