Missions Courses

MIS-403  -  World Missions Today

A survey of missions, with emphasis on the present worldwide scene, the biblical basis of missions, and how all believers can get involved.

MIS-501  -  Intercultural Studies

Overview of major concepts of cultural anthropology as viewed by of Christian ministry; ethnic diversity, kinship systems, societal structures, world view, language and thought processes. Study of cultural relativism and the Gospel; Both Western & Non-Western cultures are examined in the light of scripture.

MIS-502  -  Psychology Of Intercultural Ministry

Study of principles of psychological anthropology as relevant to intercultural ministry. The course surveys the relationship between culture and personality, social character, world view and ethos. Attention is given to socialization and human development, perception and cognition, values, deviance, and psychocultural change, as related to both pastoral ministry and missions.