Mission Statement
The mission of the Bible and Worship Program is to equip students to provide quality leadership for the Church by introducing them to a general working knowledge of basic pastoral, general, and evangelistic ministry skills and to a strong foundation for vocational ministry in the local church.
Objectives
Graduates will:
- Develop entry-level musical and technical skills for a variety of worship settings.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of basic biblical content and methods of Bible study.
- Be able to prepare and produce a variety of worship experiences that effectively communicate biblical truth and its contemporary significance.
- Integrate biblical understanding and ministry skills into a working approach to church leadership, especially in the area of worship and worship arts.
- Be equipped and motivated to grow and develop ministry skills and competencies after graduation, understanding that preparation for ministry is a lifelong pursuit.
Program Offered
- Bachelor of Science, Bible and Worship
- Minor in Worship
General Information
This program provides an Arts and Sciences core and a dual major in Bible and Worship. As part of their education in ministry, graduates must complete an emphasis in a specific area of ministry. Graduates must also complete an approved minor, or a cognate minor composed of additional emphases and electives. Graduates must also successfully complete the Pastoral Development program.
Admission Requirements
Students wishing to major in Bible and Worship or minor in Worship must “maintain Christian character and conduct of such quality” that the Keeran School of Bible and Ministry can in good conscience recommend the graduate for employment in churches and other ministries. (see 网赌最好最大平台 Student Handbook, page 8.)
Graduation Requirements
- Deliver an acceptable sermon/speech.
- Demonstrate skills in an appropriate internship.
- Satisfy all 网赌最好最大平台 General Graduation Requirements.
Required Course Listing
Total Program Hours: 121
College 101 or Intro to 网赌最好最大平台
Composition I or ENG 100
(Min. grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Fundamentals of Speech
This course, accompanied by a lab, equips students with the fundamentals of skillful oral delivery. Students learn to prepare and present short informative and persuasive speeches. The selection and organization of material, methods of securing interest and attention, and elements of delivery are emphasized. Offered every semester.
History Elective
Humanities Elective
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Math Elective
(Min. grade “C”)
Science Elective: Science and Society
This course focuses upon basic scientific principles and their application to selected topics of current interest. As a consumer and a citizen, the student will be prepared with a body of knowledge which can be used to evaluate societal issues which are the consequence of human actions and technology. Offered every spring.
Social Science: History of Christianity
An examination of various themes and issues in the history of the church. (Prerequisite: HIS 1__ or permission of the instructor.)
College 101 or Intro to 网赌最好最大平台
Composition I or ENG 100
(Min. grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Fundamentals of Speech
This course, accompanied by a lab, equips students with the fundamentals of skillful oral delivery. Students learn to prepare and present short informative and persuasive speeches. The selection and organization of material, methods of securing interest and attention, and elements of delivery are emphasized. Offered every semester.
History Elective
Humanities Elective
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Math Elective
(Min. grade “C”)
Science Elective: Science and Society
This course focuses upon basic scientific principles and their application to selected topics of current interest. As a consumer and a citizen, the student will be prepared with a body of knowledge which can be used to evaluate societal issues which are the consequence of human actions and technology. Offered every spring.
Social Science: History of Christianity
An examination of various themes and issues in the history of the church. (Prerequisite: HIS 1__ or permission of the instructor.)
Acts
A study of the Book of Acts in the context of its historical and cultural framework. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
Christ and Culture
This is a capstone course that will pull together learning from previous courses in Bible, theology, philosophy, and literature. It will explore the relationship of worldview and culture formation, noting how other worldviews stand in comparison/contrast/tension with the Christian worldview. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Gospel Literature Elective
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Pauline Literature Elective
Acts
A study of the Book of Acts in the context of its historical and cultural framework. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
Christ and Culture
This is a capstone course that will pull together learning from previous courses in Bible, theology, philosophy, and literature. It will explore the relationship of worldview and culture formation, noting how other worldviews stand in comparison/contrast/tension with the Christian worldview. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Gospel Literature Elective
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Pauline Literature Elective
Christian Worship
This course is designed to explore the Old and New Testament foundations of Christian worship, including theological developments, historical overviews, architectural influences, and cultural prospective. Attention will be given to Communion types, the Church year, various models and particular services of Christian worship.
Conducting
An introductory course in choral and orchestral conducting. Students will discover the conducting experience in its historical perspective. The essentials of rehearsal and performance will be demonstrated and practiced. (Prerequisites: MTH 111, 112, 113, and 114.)
Contemporary Musicianship I
This course addresses the foundational melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic elements of music theory, including notation, key signatures, intervals, chords, and chord progressions. Special attention is given to the Nashville Number System as an accepted methodology for music analysis in contemporary Christian music genres.
Creative Worship
This course is an introductory study of the practical issues involved in planning and facilitating creative corporate worship. Practical application of creative worship techniques utilizing artistic elements such as music, lighting, staging design, and video production is emphasized.
Intro to Worship Technologies
This course explores the basics of technologies that are commonly used in today’s local church worship ministry. Basic principles of implementation of audio, video, lighting, graphic design, and administrative technologies are examined.
Principles of Worship Leadership
This course is a study of the practical aspects of worship leadership, such as developing a philosophy and methodology for worship leadership, rehearsal techniques, administrative responsibilities, methodologies for recruiting and training volunteers, and staff relationships.
Senior Project
Under supervision of two/three professors in multiple areas (voice, instrument, media, etc.) the senior project will consist of a full worship service. It will contain these elements: 30-40 minute worship set produced by the student, led by the student, arranged and scored by the student for praise band, praise team and worship choir. The service will also include at least one new worship song written by the student, and all multi-media for the project will be created by the student.
Theology and Practice of Ministry
This course lays an historical, systematic, and practical theological foundation in the theory and praxis of preaching and teaching consistent with the Christian tradition in general, and with the Stone-Campbell heritage in particular. (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110, and 90 hours)
Worship Ensemble (4 semesters)
This ensemble serves as the worship-leading team for chapel and special campus events. Rehearsals include instruction that covers the use of ensembles in worship ministry, including worship teams, worship choirs, drama and music productions, and other art forms. Emphasis will be placed on understanding and participating in such ensembles in varied worship settings. (By audition only).
Christian Worship
This course is designed to explore the Old and New Testament foundations of Christian worship, including theological developments, historical overviews, architectural influences, and cultural prospective. Attention will be given to Communion types, the Church year, various models and particular services of Christian worship.
Conducting
An introductory course in choral and orchestral conducting. Students will discover the conducting experience in its historical perspective. The essentials of rehearsal and performance will be demonstrated and practiced. (Prerequisites: MTH 111, 112, 113, and 114.)
Contemporary Musicianship I
This course addresses the foundational melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic elements of music theory, including notation, key signatures, intervals, chords, and chord progressions. Special attention is given to the Nashville Number System as an accepted methodology for music analysis in contemporary Christian music genres.
Creative Worship
This course is an introductory study of the practical issues involved in planning and facilitating creative corporate worship. Practical application of creative worship techniques utilizing artistic elements such as music, lighting, staging design, and video production is emphasized.
Intro to Worship Technologies
This course explores the basics of technologies that are commonly used in today’s local church worship ministry. Basic principles of implementation of audio, video, lighting, graphic design, and administrative technologies are examined.
Principles of Worship Leadership
This course is a study of the practical aspects of worship leadership, such as developing a philosophy and methodology for worship leadership, rehearsal techniques, administrative responsibilities, methodologies for recruiting and training volunteers, and staff relationships.
Senior Project
Under supervision of two/three professors in multiple areas (voice, instrument, media, etc.) the senior project will consist of a full worship service. It will contain these elements: 30-40 minute worship set produced by the student, led by the student, arranged and scored by the student for praise band, praise team and worship choir. The service will also include at least one new worship song written by the student, and all multi-media for the project will be created by the student.
Theology and Practice of Ministry
This course lays an historical, systematic, and practical theological foundation in the theory and praxis of preaching and teaching consistent with the Christian tradition in general, and with the Stone-Campbell heritage in particular. (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110, and 90 hours)
Worship Ensemble (4 semesters)
This ensemble serves as the worship-leading team for chapel and special campus events. Rehearsals include instruction that covers the use of ensembles in worship ministry, including worship teams, worship choirs, drama and music productions, and other art forms. Emphasis will be placed on understanding and participating in such ensembles in varied worship settings. (By audition only).
Conflict Management
A study of modeling the New Testament church and dealing appropriately with conflicts that arise in ministry situations (Prerequisites: CMM 201 or instructor permission.)
Discipleship
A study in the scriptural mandates of becoming a disciple of Jesus with emphasis on personal disciplines and discipling others (Prerequisite: CMM 201 or Instructor permission.)
Leadership
A study of biblical principles of leadership and the effective use of leadership principles and skills in the local church and other settings (Prerequisite: CMM 201 or Instructor permission.)
Conflict Management
A study of modeling the New Testament church and dealing appropriately with conflicts that arise in ministry situations (Prerequisites: CMM 201 or instructor permission.)
Discipleship
A study in the scriptural mandates of becoming a disciple of Jesus with emphasis on personal disciplines and discipling others (Prerequisite: CMM 201 or Instructor permission.)
Leadership
A study of biblical principles of leadership and the effective use of leadership principles and skills in the local church and other settings (Prerequisite: CMM 201 or Instructor permission.)
Advanced Worship Technologies
This course is an advanced and in-depth exploration of the audio, video, lighting, music, and production technologies available for implementation by today’s musicians and worship leaders. (Prerequisites: WOR 110, MST 201, MST 301)
Audio Engineering Lab I
This course will offer an overview of recording studio and live sound reinforcement techniques, including operation of software and equipment. Prerequisite: MST201. Offered every spring.
Audio Technology
This course will provide a working knowledge of audio reinforcement covering basic principles of sound production, production systems components, mixing techniques, signal processing, addressing environmental acoustic problems and operating a live sound reinforcement event. In addition, this course will provide hands on production training for live concerts, praise and worship services, small system events and speech reinforcement. Offered every fall.
Advanced Worship Technologies
This course is an advanced and in-depth exploration of the audio, video, lighting, music, and production technologies available for implementation by today’s musicians and worship leaders. (Prerequisites: WOR 110, MST 201, MST 301)
Audio Engineering Lab I
This course will offer an overview of recording studio and live sound reinforcement techniques, including operation of software and equipment. Prerequisite: MST201. Offered every spring.
Audio Technology
This course will provide a working knowledge of audio reinforcement covering basic principles of sound production, production systems components, mixing techniques, signal processing, addressing environmental acoustic problems and operating a live sound reinforcement event. In addition, this course will provide hands on production training for live concerts, praise and worship services, small system events and speech reinforcement. Offered every fall.
Bible and Ministry Internship
A program providing 6-8 months of practical experience and continued study in ministry conducted in the field (typically an approved local church or parachurch organization). Students are to find field placements within their emphasis. Field placement runs May-December, and requires one on-campus session in August corresponding with Check In for the fall semester. (Prerequisites: Successful completion of at least three semesters of coursework including CMM 201 Intro to Ministry, CMY 102 Intro to Christian Education, and CMY 201 Principles of Teaching; a cumulative GPA of 2.5 of better, a clear criminal background/drug screening [see CMM 310]; consent of the supervising professor, completion of CMM 310 Internship Orientation, and Good Standing in Pastoral Development.
Internship Orientation
A required preparation course for CMM 320 Bible and Ministry Emphasis Internship. Students will become familiar with the syllabus, develop their resume, complete their required drug test/background check (required course fee), and begin the placement process. There are two 1 hour required class sessions for this course. (Offered Every Spring)
Bible and Ministry Internship
A program providing 6-8 months of practical experience and continued study in ministry conducted in the field (typically an approved local church or parachurch organization). Students are to find field placements within their emphasis. Field placement runs May-December, and requires one on-campus session in August corresponding with Check In for the fall semester. (Prerequisites: Successful completion of at least three semesters of coursework including CMM 201 Intro to Ministry, CMY 102 Intro to Christian Education, and CMY 201 Principles of Teaching; a cumulative GPA of 2.5 of better, a clear criminal background/drug screening [see CMM 310]; consent of the supervising professor, completion of CMM 310 Internship Orientation, and Good Standing in Pastoral Development.
Internship Orientation
A required preparation course for CMM 320 Bible and Ministry Emphasis Internship. Students will become familiar with the syllabus, develop their resume, complete their required drug test/background check (required course fee), and begin the placement process. There are two 1 hour required class sessions for this course. (Offered Every Spring)
Additional Course Notes
Biology majors are required to complete an approved 6 hours of electives.
Well Prepared
“Thank you so much, Dr. Brickey! I was well prepared, both educationally and most importantly, spiritually. I will forever remember this experience. I pray I can continue to make Yancey School of Nursing proud as I practice my career.”
Nephtalie Fleur, Class of 2022
