Youth & Family Certificate
This twelve-course program is designed to prepare lay leaders to successfully
provide leadership in youth and family ministry for a congregation. Coursework
in the Youth and Family Certificate Program provides a solid introduction to
Biblical theology, Lutheran theology, church history, youth and family ministry,
and Christian education.
The Program
Required Courses
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BT 221: Principles of Biblical Interpretation
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BT 311: Old Testament Theology and History (requires BT 221)
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BT 321: New Testament Theology and History (requires BT 221)
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EPR 241: Christian Apologetics
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HST 301: History of the Early Christian Church
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HST 302: History of the Medieval and Reformation Christian Church
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HST 303: History of the Post-Reformation Christian Church
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HST 321: Luther and His Catechisms
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HST 331: Lutheran Reformers and the Book of Concord
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PT 411: Lutheran Worship
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PT 451: Youth and Family Ministry
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PT 452: Education for Children and Youth
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PT 453: Evangelism at Home, Work, and Community
Total: 36 Hours