PCW511
- Pastoral Understanding of Women Explore how the physiological,
psychological, cultural, and spiritual aspects of a woman's
life affect good pastoral care. Gain understanding of seasons
and transitions in life cycles against the background of societal
role change for women. Discover biblical examples and guidelines
for shepherding women. Develop strategies for developing friendships,
mentoring relationships, group support, and other helps for
shepherding women. 2 hours. Faculty: Beverly Hislop, D.Min.
Sept 12/13, October 10-11, and Nov 7/8, 2008. Fri 3-9 p.m.;
Sat 8 am - 12:30 p.m. (Portland)
SPRING
2009
PCW512X
- Women in Pain I Effective Ministry to women MUST
include a greater understanding of the issues that bring pain
into a woman's life: Suicide, Pornography, Domestic Violence,
Eating Disorders, Sexual Abuse, Widowhood, Lesbianism, Divorce
Recovery, Abortion Recovery. Developing awareness will enable
one to discern a woman's source of pain and encourage her to
take the first steps toward healing. Learn how, from a biblical
perspective, to help a woman grieve losses, begin transitioning
to health, and get professional help when needed -- while continuing
to walk beside her. 2 hours. Faculty: Beverly Hislop, D.Min.,
with guest instructors in their area of expertise. Jan
23/24 and Apr 3/4, 2009. Fri and Sat 9 am - 4:30 pm.
(Portland)
SUMMER
2009
PCW561F
- Develop Life-Changing Bible Study Curriculum Learn
how to develop curriculum that is Biblically sound, relevant,
and applicable to all arenas of a woman's life. Acquire skills,
grow in confidence, learn to train discussion leaders and curriculum-writing
teams to create materials that are appropriate for neighborhood
and/or church-based women's Bible Studies. Week intensive format
with pre-course assignments. 1
Hour. Faculty: Phyllis Bennett, adjunct. May 4-7, 2009. 8 -
11:50 am. (Portland)
PCW
513 - Women in Leadership Are you in leadership or
preparing for a leadership role? This class is designed for
you - and your leadership team! Students will examine the call
and character of a woman in leadership, explore the art of leadership,
identify the essential competencies, & much more. Gain insights
from biblical and historical examples of women in leadership.
2 hours. Faculty: Beverly Hislop, D.Min., with guest instructor.
June 1-5, 2009. Times to be announced.
(Portland)
Fall
2009
PCW
512Y - Women in Pain II Take a new and closer look at women
in pain. In addition to issues explored in PCW512x, this course
examines experiences that cause deep pain in women's lives.
Issues discussed will include: infertility, death of a child
, terminal illness, addictions, incarceration, homeless women,
physical disabilities, and religious abuse. From a biblical
perspective, students learn how to offer strategic pastoral
care and referral when needed. 2 hours. Faculty: Beverly Hislop,
D.Min.,
with
guest instructors in their area of expertise.
2 hours. Faculty: Beverly Hislop, D.Min. Sept 25/26 and Oct
16/17, 2009. 9 am -4:30 pm. (Portland)
SPRING
2010
PCW515
- Develop & Deliver Life-Changing Messages Learn how to
prepare and deliver messages that are biblically accurate, relevant,
and applicable. Use homiletic principles and skills to prepare
and evaluate messages. Expand ability to involve audience, to
maximize visuals, to include humor, and to modify content to
fit situation. Prepare to speak with clarity and passion. Explore
elements of effective devotionals, special event messages, and
retreat series. 2 hours. Adjunct. March 9-12, 2010. (Portland)
