Graduate Certificate in Theology and Ministry Extension Program

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2014-2015 Graduate Certificate in Theology and Ministry Extension Program Listing (DPCL)

A Graduate Certificate in Theology and Ministry may be awarded to students who have completed a total of 18 credit hours of graduate study at the Institute for Ministry.  The certificate consists of 

Graduate students may elect to continue their studies at LIM beyond the 18 credits of this certificate model. Earned credit hours from the Graduate Certificate in Theology and Ministry program can be applied toward a master of Pastoral Studies (M.P.S.) or a Master of Religious Education (M.R.E.). Upon completion of 12 credit hours, gradaute students must apply for the certificate or apply for candidacy in the M.P.S. or M.R.E. program; the 12 credit hours already earned will then be applied to a candidate’s work toward a master of Pastial Studies or a master of Religious Education degree.

Theological Core Courses: 12 credit hours (Select 4)
LIM C703 Introduction to Practical Theology 3 crs.
LIM C711 Jewish Roots of Christian Faith (Old Testament) 3 crs.
LIM C712 Christian Origins (New Testament) 3 crs.
LIM C714 Grace, Christ, and Spirit 3 crs.
LIM C722 Church, Sacraments, and Liturgy 3 crs.
LIM C704 Spirituality, Morality, and Ethics 3 crs.

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Elective Courses: 6 credit hours (Select 2 from core courses above and/or focus area and elective courses below) 
LIM C840 Faith and Culture 3 crs.
LIM C860 Faith Development and Spirituality 3 crs.
LIM C861 Pastoral Leadership and Organization 3 crs.
LIM C827 Spirituality for Ministers 3 crs.
LIM C828 History of Christian Spirituality 3 crs.
LIM C844 Parish Life and Ministry 3 crs.
LIM C845 Contemporary Issues in Pastoral Ministry 3 crs.
LIM C837 Foundations of Religious Education 3 crs.
LIM C838 Curriculum Development 3 crs.

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