Overview
8 semesters:
This comprehensive course outline provides a foundation for a Bachelor of Arts in Spiritual Formation and Leadership program, covering essential topics in spiritual formation, theology, biblical studies, leadership, and ministry. The capstone project allows students to demonstrate their mastery of the program's learning objectives.
COURSE OUTLINE
Semester 1
- SFL 101: Introduction to Spiritual Formation (3 credits) - Overview of spiritual formation principles and practices
- THE 101: Introduction to Theology (3 credits) - Overview of theological studies and principles
- BIB 101: Introduction to Biblical Studies (3 credits) - Introduction to biblical studies and interpretation
- PSY 101: Introduction to Psychology (3 credits) - Study of human behavior and mental processes
- PHL 101: Philosophy and Logic* (3 credit) - Introduction to Philosophy and logic
Semester 2
- SFL 102: Spiritual Disciplines (3 credits) - Study of spiritual disciplines and practices
- THE 102: Christian Doctrine (3 credits) - Study of Christian doctrine and theology
- BIB 102: Old Testament Studies (3 credits) - Survey of Old Testament history and literature
- PSY 102: Spiritual Development (3 credits) - Study of human spiritual development and growth
- COM 101: Communication Skills (3 credits) - Development of effective communication skills
Semester 3
- SFL 201: Leadership and Spiritual Formation (3 credits) - Study of leadership principles and spiritual formation
- THE 201: Systematic Theology (3 credits) - Study of systematic theology and doctrine
- BIB 201: New Testament Studies (3 credits) - Survey of New Testament history and literature
- MGT 201: Organizational Leadership (3 credits) - Study of leadership principles and practices in organizations
- GEN 201: Sophomore Seminar (1 credit) - Introduction to research and writing skills
Semester 4
- SFL 202: Spiritual Mentoring (3 credits) - Study of spiritual mentoring principles and practices
- THE 202: Christian Ethics (3 credits) - Study of Christian ethics and moral decision-making
- BIB 202: Biblical Interpretation (3 credits) - Study of biblical interpretation and hermeneutics
- PSY 202: Counseling and Spiritual Care (3 credits) - Study of counseling and spiritual care principles and practices
- GEN 202: Junior Seminar (1 credit) - Introduction to career development and professional skills
Semester 5
- SFL 301: Advanced Spiritual Formation (3 credits) - Advanced study of spiritual formation principles and practices
- THE 301: Advanced Systematic Theology (3 credits) - Advanced study of systematic theology and doctrine
- BIB 301: Advanced Biblical Studies (3 credits) - Advanced study of biblical texts and interpretation
- MGT 301: Strategic Leadership (3 credits) - Study of strategic leadership principles and practices
- RES 301: Research Methods (3 credits) - Introduction to research methods and design
Semester 6
- SFL 302: Spiritual Leadership (3 credits) - Study of spiritual leadership principles and practices
- THE 302: Theological Reflection (3 credits) - Study of theological reflection and practice
- BIB 302: Biblical Theology (3 credits) - Study of biblical theology and themes
- CAP 301: Capstone Project Proposal (3 credits) - Development of a capstone project proposal
- SFL 303: Coaching and Mentoring (3 credits) - Study of coaching and mentoring principles and practices
Semester 7
- SFL 401: Advanced Spiritual Leadership (3 credits) - Advanced study of spiritual leadership principles and practices
- THE 401: Advanced Theological Studies (3 credits) - Advanced study of theological topics and themes
- BIB 401: Advanced Biblical Interpretation (3 credits) - Advanced study of biblical interpretation and application
- CAP 402: Capstone Project Implementation (3 credits) - Implementation of the capstone project
- SFL 402: Spiritual Formation and Ministry (3 credits) - Study of spiritual formation and ministry principles and practices
Semester 8
- SFL 403: Integration and Application (3 credits) - Integration of spiritual formation and leadership principles and practices
- CAP 403: Capstone Project Completion (6 credits) - Completion of the capstone project
- SFL 404: Reflection and Practice (3 credits) - Reflection on spiritual formation and leadership practice
- THE 402: Theological Integration (3 credits) - Study of theological integration and application
- SFL 405: Spiritual Leadership and Community (3 credits) - Study of spiritual leadership and community engagement
Program Outcomes:
- Graduates will be equipped to lead and facilitate spiritual formation and growth.
- Graduates will demonstrate a deep understanding of theology, biblical studies, and leadership.
- Graduates will be able to apply spiritual formation and leadership principles in various contexts.
- Graduates will be prepared for leadership roles in ministry, church, and community.
This program prepares students for careers in ministry, spiritual direction, coaching, and leadership, and provides a strong foundation for further study and professional development
