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A Twenty-First-Century Approach To Empowering The Youth Of The Brooklyn Temple Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Newton Upanton Cleghorne

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Problem

In several churches in the Northeastern Conference and, in particular, the Brooklyn Temple Seventh-day Adventist Church, the adult membership has dominated the positions of leadership. Most of the potential youth leaders have painfully become spectators rather than players and leaders in the church. The goal of this dissertation, therefore, is to develop and implement a program to empower these youth through training, mentoring, positioning, and liberation.

The Method

Any theology that does not have a biblical foundation is suspect and, therefore, humanistic. A theology of youth ministry was developed within a biblical context. The intent of the study was …

Vision, Winter 2002

Vision

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in USA

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Calvin Theological Seminary Forum: October 2002, Ronald J. Feenstra, Ronald J. Nydam, Rev. John Scott, David Rylaarsdam

Calvin Theological Seminary Forum (2002- )

Reflection
3 - Forgiven—and Forgiving by Ronald J. Feenstra
6 - Forgiving Seventy Times Seven by Ronald Nydam
8 - Charge to a Young Leader 1 Timothy 6:11-12 by the Rev. John Stott
10 - Prayer for the Students of Calvin Seminary by David Rylaarsdam

Departments
11 - The Council Room
12 - Presidential Inauguration
14 - News

Hispanic Catholic Leadership: Key To The Future, Kenneth G. Davis, Andrew Hernández, Philip E. Lampe

Journal of Hispanic / Latino Theology

This article assesses data from a 1999 survey of Hispanic adults concerning their experiences, needs, and deficits with respect to Hispanic-based leadership in their churches. Commissioned by the National Catholic Council on Hispanic Ministry (NCCHM), the study concluded that "because Hispanics are an increasingly important part of the Church in the United States (and society), Hispanic Catholic leadership development (especially among women, youth and young adults) requires an immediate and significant investment. Once formed, such leaders are very likely to contribute time, talent, and treasure to the Church."

Volume 18, Number 2, Department Of Church Relations

Pacific Church News

Edited by Jerry Rushford

Summer 2002

South Carolina Conference Journal 2002, United Methodist Church. South Carolina Conference

South Carolina Conference Journal

No abstract provided.

A Way Of The Soul: The Use Of An Introductory Course In Christian Spirituality As A Path Towards Personal Ministry In The Local Parish, Newton W. Kerney

Doctor of Ministry

Committed laity in the local parish seek ministry opportunities with depth and purpose. The use of an introductory course in Christian spirituality as a tool towards personal ministry is one way to develop a more vitalized lay ministry within the local parish.

A definition of spirituality is proposed and used as a backdrop for the development of a course curriculum. The dissertation examines spiritual formation concepts in the Old Testament and New Testament with an eye to their application in daily life. Martin Luther's spirituality as expressed in scripture, catechism and hymnody is explored along with the spiritual formation concerns …

Systemic Catechesis, Kevin Wyssmann

Doctor of Ministry Major Applied Project

Systemic Catechesis is designed to merge several academic disciplines into a new catechetical model. Learning theories, systemic psychology, and a distinctive Lutheran approach to confirmation are combined in an effort to catechize whole family systems while specifically targeting junior high youth. This multifaceted program utilizes class time, home work, periodic evaluations, camps and retreats to maximize learning. The results of this project is a two-year curriculum that fully integrates educators, congregation, and the family into the catechetical process.

Hudson Valley Catholic Deaf Center, February 2002

Hudson Valley Catholic Deaf Center

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Poughkeepsie,NY

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2002 Ncod Pastoral Week Report

National Catholic Office for the Deaf (NCOD) Conferences

Documents from the 2002 NCOD Pastoral Week held in Costa Mesa, CA in 2002

• Northeast Region report
• ICDA-US report
• Southeast Atlantic Region report
• Midwest Region report
• Executive Director's report
• Mid-Atlantic Region report

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Brochure - 2002 Calvin Symposium On Worship And The Arts, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

A brochure with information about the 2002 Calvin Symposium on Worship, including a schedule, list of presenters, and a registration form. The brochure also includes special notes about changes to the registration process due to increased attendance.

Hudson Valley Catholic Deaf Center, January 2002

Hudson Valley Catholic Deaf Center

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Poughkeepsie,NY

Hudson Valley Catholic Deaf Center Finding Aid

Western Theological Seminary Catalog: 2002-2004, Western Theological Seminary

Western Theological Seminary Catalogs

Western Theological Seminary catalogs 1869-[ongoing] (incomplete). Also published as Calendar and Bulletin.

Seeking The Rhetoric Of Jesus, Susan L. Trollinger

English Faculty Publications

I come to the questions posed by this volume from a somewhat different background than one might expect. Whereas one might anticipate that I was an Anabaptist first and a scholar second, just the opposite was the case. I Before beginning my graduate studies I had never heard of Anabaptism. Indeed, I was poring over Aristotle's Rhetoric before I was even a Christian. I thus went through much of my graduate studies (not to mention all of college, high school, and elementary school) without giving a thought to how my studies were impacting my faith-never mind how my faith might …

Un Programa De Retención De Miembros En La Iglesia Adventista De Pueblo Nuevo, Solistahuacán, Chiapas, Moises Espinoza

Doctor of Ministry Projects

The goal of the Gospel Commission is to make disciples, not only to baptize them. Making a disciple out of a new convert requires the participation of the pastor and of mature church members. This results in the design and implementation of a program to retain members. The Bible emphasizes the retention of church members, using different Greek terms. The most common is mend. The Bible also presents examples of church leaders who affirmed the believers. Ellen G. White asks members and pastors to retain those who are new in the church. She suggests different methods. She speaks of the …

Un Estudio Sobre La Vida Espiritual De Los Jóvenes Adventistas En Tabasco, México, Ervin A. Gonzalez Esteban

Doctor of Ministry Projects

The Bible gives great attention to youth. Important Bible characters acted under divine direction, leaving teachings regarding leadership and obedience. The biblical terms most used in reference to young people are na 'ar, a young man possessing strength and vigor, and neos, a person full of youth and inexperience. Paul advised Timothy: “Let no one despise thy youth” (1 Tim 4:12). John saw young people as being strong through the word of God and overcoming the wicked one (1 John 2:14). Research of young people shows that in today’s society, generations follow each other approximately every twenty years. Each one …

The Nature And Status Of Ministry Practices Of The Pentecostal Evangelistic Fellowship Of Africa, Ronald P. Westbury

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Paradox For The Church: Time-Limited Counseling Tools For Pastoral Care, Charles Phillip Redwine

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Mission And Charity, Fernando Quintano C.M.

Vincentiana

No abstract provided.

The Hispanic Apostolate In The Eastern Province Of The United States, Stephen Grozio C.M.

Vincentiana

No abstract provided.

Calvin Seminary Forum: April 2001, Ruth A. Tucker, Henry Zwaanstra, John W. Cooper, Henry Demoor

Calvin Seminary Forum (1994-2001)

1 - “Walking Away from Faith” - Ruth A. Tucker
3 - “Calvin Seminary: Yesterday and Today” - Henry Zwaanstra
4 - “Prove It! A Reformed Perspective on Faith and Reason” - John Cooper
6 - “Office and Ordination: Another Round” - Henry DeMoor
8 - “Real Heros” - Calvin Van Reken

Reformed Worship (Rw) 59 - Ascension / Pentecost (March 2001), Reformed Worship Editors

Reformed Worship Magazine

Features

A Hitchhiker's Guide to the Kingdom by Karen M. Ward....4

How I Caught the Worship Rub by Robb Redman....8

Forty Fearless Teens by John Derksen....12

On the Day of Pentecost by John Derksen....15

Space for Grace by Cindy K. Holtrop....16

The Covenant Way by Laura Smit....28

Mouse Tales by Anonymouse....30

Ascension Matters by Thomas J. Vos....31

Living by the Spirit by Jan De Boer....37

Departments

Editorial: How Wtill the Millennials Worship? by Robert Webber....2

Series for the Season: The Joy of Generosity by Robert Heerspink....20

Songs for the …

2001 Ncod Pastoral Week Report

National Catholic Office for the Deaf (NCOD) Conferences

Documents from the 2001 NCOD Pastoral Week held in Austin, TX in 2001

• Gallaudet University report
• Center for Deaf Ministries, Archdiocese of Washington report
• Mid-Atlantic Region report
• Midwest Region report
• Northeast Region report

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Review: The Continuing Conversion Of The Church, William E. Brown

Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary (1973-2015)

No abstract provided.

Implementation And Evaluation Of A Leadership Mentoring Program In The Hampden Heights Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Barry Tryon

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Problem

Leadership development is a vital but often neglected part of church life. In many churches little is taught on the subject to the current leaders of the church, and even less is done for the development o f future leaders. In addition, the traditional seminar approach, when used, is not always effective in developing church leaders. One program, written by Dr. Dan Reiland, seems to address both o f these problems. Joshua's Men is a spiritual leadership training program using mentoring (discipleship) to grow potential leaders in the church. Is this program effective? Does it develop spiritual leaders in …

Youth Ministry Strategies For Korean Seventh-Day Adventists In The United States, Joon Hwan Huh

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Problem

Since the ministries of Korean-American churches have focused mainly on the first generation, little relevant ministry to second- and third-generation Korean-Americans has been developed. The youth have been ignored by the church leadership. Consequently there has been a need to encourage the spiritual developmental stage of youth leadership, to clarify worship and relationships, and to design an effective youth ministry for the SDA Korean-American church.

Method

The task of this dissertation was to discover biblical principles and guidelines for the development of effective and relevant youth ministries for Korean-American Seventh-day Adventist churches. In order to meet this aim, Scripture …

Development And Implementation Of A Stewardship Program At The Calhoun, Georgia, Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Paul S. Hoover

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Task

The task of this project was to increase the participation among the membership of the Calhoun Seventh-day Adventist Church with the financial stewardship need of the congregation. The study was to determine the number of families involved and to implement factors to increase church family involvement.

Method

A family giving unit was defined as a family within the Calhoun Seventh-day Adventist Church. A family unit is made up of a household whether the member is single, married, or married with dependents. Family involvement was measured in three giving areas of tithe, church budget, and debt reduction to the Calhoun …

The Impact Of Intentional Learning Experiences For Personal Spiritual Formation On Seminary Students, Carol M. Tasker

Dissertations

Problem. Many seminary students describe their time in seminary as a spiritual desert. Most Protestant seminaries do not provide spiritual formation classes for their students, thinking that such measures are unnecessary or inappropriate for theological education, or assuming that the church is the place for spiritual formation to take place. Nevertheless, pastors are expected to be spiritual leaders, and the pastor’s spirituality is ranked by laity as the highest priority needed by seminary graduates for effective church ministry. A literature survey of theological education shows that, in the last 150 years, students have consistently recognized their need for help …

Ephphatha Deaf Catholic News, November 26, 2000

Ephphatha Deaf Catholic News

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Trinidad and Tobago

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Calvin Theological Journal (Vol 35 No 2 - November 2000), Calvin Theological Seminary

Calvin Theological Journal

Common Grace, Theonomy, and Civic Good: The Temptations of Calvinist Politics (Reflections on the Third Point of the CRC Kalamazoo Synod, 1924) by John Bolt - 205 / What Kind of Book Is Calvin's Institutes? by Randall C. Zachman - 238 / Calvin and Catholic Trinitarianism: An Examination of Robert Reymond's Understanding of the Trinity and His Appeal to John Calvin by Paul Owen - 262 / Calvin and the Nicodemite Controversy: An Overlooked Text of 1541 by Robert White - 282 / Calvin Bibliography: 2000 by Paul Fields - 297 / Scholia et Homiletica: The Use and Abuse …