Western
Seminary Center for Lifelong Learning
Course Descriptions
Intercultural Studies
Note: Course syllabi for most courses may be found on the WSCLL student website: www.wscll.net/Syllabi/
DIS 501E – Communicating Christ in Culture. Donald J. Smith, Ph.D. Ministry is communication. The content must be known and experienced so the proclamation will have substance and credibility. After learning what we are to communicate, we must learn how to communicate. The course imparts fundamental concepts that will equip the student to communicate across personal and cultural barriers. DVD ROM format. 2 hours.
DIS 524E - Foundations: Children and Youth at Risk. Staff. Many children are facing life crisis situations. Their spiritual need is equally as distressing as their physical needs. This course presents an overview of some of the major sources of physical and emotional suffering and danger. It also looks at past and present children at risk ministry strategies using the lens of guiding ministry principles with an emphasis on those ministries that have targeted evangelism and discipleship along with social outreach. DVD ROM format. 2 Semester hours or 2 Learning Units.
IWM 501E – Introduction to World Christian Missions. William Taylor, Ph.D. An introductory survey of the theology, history, culture, politics and methods of the Christian mission, with special emphasis on recent developments, crucial issues and future trends, ending with a study of missions in the local church. 24 audio sessions. 2 hours or 2 Learning Units.
IWM 503E
– Urban Mission and Ministry. Roger Greenway, Th.D. This course
focuses on ministry in the world’s growing cities. The biblical
basis for urban ministry is presented and focused on issues such as
ministry to the homeless, raising a family in the city, and planting
urban churches. 24 audio sessions. 2 hours or 2 Learning Units.
