Independent Study Urban Ministries

Independent Study Urban Ministries

Missions

This course provides an introduction to the biblical and historical perspective of the "Missio Dei," the mission of God. The development of a "missional" mindset within each context of urban, cross cultural and world mission will be discussed. An emphasis on contextualization, worldview, and spiritual warfare on the mission field is examined. Class motto: "The Spirit of God is the Spirit of Mission!"

Urban Ministries

An in-depth look at urban ministry focusing on the biblical mandate of fulfilling the Great Commission. Topics include: Both historical and contemporary foundations of urban ministry as a theological perspective, 21st century urban challenges and cross cultural world evangelism. Emphasis is placed on Victory Outreach Ministries International as a contemporary urban ministry model.