Description: This required first-year course in the MDiv program enables new students to examine and strengthen their core relationships for Christian ministry—with self, with others, and with God. Through deepened self-understanding, increased capacity for love of others, and adoption of personal & professional disciplines, students are equipped to become whole and holy persons for ministry. Within the framework of a pastoral theology of the Church, the course provides instruction and guidance for discernment of ministerial callings (vocation), and formulation of a Rule of Life and Philosophy of Ministry. The assessment file established for each student in this course will serve as the base for ongoing assessment through the MDiv program. (additional psychological testing fee)

Seminary: Nazarene Theological

Science areas: Neuroscience and psychology