Bachelor of Arts
Biblical Studies Major
Youth Focus
On Campus
Advisor:
Garth Friesen, MA
The Youth specialization is for students desiring to understand youth and young adults and for developing skills in youth ministry.
Career & Ministry Opportunities
Graduates are servant leaders in their churches and communities working in youth ministry and leadership careers including:
- Youth Pastors
- Youth Leaders
- Reaching youth/young adults in Manitoba (Youth For Christ), Canada, and other countries around the world (YoutWAM, Quest)
- Camp Ministries (ie. camp directors, program directors, activity programmers)
- Discipleship Schools
- Counselling
Graduates may also go on to serve their communities in areas such as education, nursing, business, social work, TESOL, agriculture, and domestic life.
Some continue in Christian seminaries and graduate schools, university studies, or vocational training.
Youth Focus Requirements
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YO201
Introduction to Youth Ministry
This course is focused on providing students with an overview of youth ministry in the church and para-church (drop-in centres, camp ministry, etc). It will also examine current youth culture trends, youth issues, adolescent development, and explore applicable youth ministry tools. Some of the practical skills gained will be to plan & lead a youth ministry gathering. (3 credits)
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YO301
Youth Ministry Design
This course is focused on providing students with the tools necessary in the design of a personal & biblical philosophy of youth ministry and the skills to properly develop and direct programs that reflect the developed philosophy of youth ministry. (3 credits)
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Youth Focus Electives
Choose two of the following:
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CO201
Introduction to Counselling
An introductory study of counselling. This course examines theories and models of counselling in relation to biblical teaching, with an emphasis on practical application. (3 credits)
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Teaching Elective
Choose one of the following courses:
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SS204
Educational Psychology
A study of psychological principles applied to the educational process including theories of learning, and evaluation of the learning process. The course will introduce the skills necessary to develop lesson plans and curriculum that reflects a philosophy of Christian education appropriate to various learning styles and educational models including public, private, and home. (3 credits)
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PA301
Biblical Preaching
(3 credits)
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YO202
Directing Adolescent Spirituality
The course is designed to equip youth workers for effective Christian discipleship of youth & young adults. Students will examine a variety of discipleship models and the dynamics of faith formation resulting in the creation of a personal discipleship model and spiritual nurture plan. Upon completion of the course, students will be better able to create a long-term discipleship strategy for any youth ministry program in a church or para-church setting. (3 credits)
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Youth Topics (3 x 1cr)
Complete three one-credit-hour youth topics courses.
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YO210
Youth Topics
A study of specialized areas and topics in Youth Ministry. May be a guided readings course. (1 credits)
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YO212
Camp Ministry
This course is focused on providing students with an understanding of outdoor education and its role within a Christian camping ministry. It will introduce a variety of skills necessary in leading & teaching outdoor activities in a camp ministry situation. (3 credits)
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Learning Outcomes
Youth
- Develop an understanding of youth culture and ministry from a biblical perspective.
- Develop skills in assisting youth and young adults in their spiritual development.
- Acquire educational theory and skills for effective biblical teaching.
- Demonstrate the leadership, mentoring, and discipleship skills required for serving youth in Christian outdoor education.
- Articulate a Christian philosophy of youth ministry.
Biblical Studies
- Demonstrate foundational knowledge of the Bible and evangelical Anabaptist theology.
- Display competent biblical interpretation and practical application.
- Practice the spiritual disciplines necessary for a lifelong faith commitment.
- Develop critical thinking, researching, writing, and communication skills.
- Implement problem solving skills in interpersonal and intercultural contexts.
- Demonstrate servant leadership skills for ministry and work.
