Student Learning Objectives

Students will mature in their relationship with and identity in Christ, as evidenced by habitual spiritual disciplines and the ability to share the Word of God confidently.

Students will demonstrate an elevated understanding of purpose and calling, commitment to the Kingdom, deployment of spiritual gifts, and growth in their relationship with self and others through regular and enthusiastic involvement in ongoing church-based ministry.

Students will demonstrate effective self-management, self-awareness, and interpersonal skills, portrayed by work habits, interactions with facilitators and peers, and general personal discipline, e.g., timeliness, effectiveness, and openness to feedback.

Students will display a commitment to lifelong learning and self-improvement as an essential responsibility demonstrated through increasing engagement with new opportunities.

Students will demonstrate a foundational understanding of biblical texts and core theology.

Students will possess knowledge of orthodox doctrine and varied theological views producing confidence in biblical discussion and application.

Students will interpret and analyze biblical texts through the lens of accurate cultural and literary context.

Students will display a firm understanding of leadership principles within various tiers of governance, including the leadership of self, teams, and organizations.

Students will demonstrate knowledge of both leadership theory and application.

Students will exhibit effective and professional communication skills in various forms, including interpersonal, public, and written communication.

Students will demonstrate critical thinking and analytical reasoning skills through continuous inquiry, problem-solving, and research.

Students will demonstrate the ability to seek, comprehend, critically examine, organize, utilize, and cite information from various sources.

Students will evaluate source material to determine credibility and relevance.

Students will understand the theory and practical application of various ministry models and methods by actively participating in differing ministry roles.

Students will recognize the complexities of ministry by observing and practicing essential pastoral care duties.

Students will demonstrate a broad awareness of universal perspectives and worldviews through participation in outreach projects and missions.

Students will portray a social consciousness and appreciation of the global church in all its expressions as it relates to the world.

Students will demonstrate a transformative understanding of a distinctive Christian worldview informed by the authority of Scripture.

Students will defend with both reason and faith principles of Christian theology.