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Programme Detail: Bible and Theology and Camp Ministries

Language of this entry English (USA)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Bible and Theology and Camp Ministries
Type of Training Programme with multiple subsidiary courses
Reference Number
Description Emmaus’s Camping Ministries program works in partnership with the Leadership, Training, and Development (LTD) program at Camp Forest Springs (CFS) in Westboro, WI. In addition to studying at Emmaus, students will spend their entire senior year immersed in a professional Christian Camping environment while earning academic credit to fulfill their degree requirements. The Emmaus Camping Ministries program is designed to combine Emmaus’ excellent Bible and Theological training with dynamic Christian Camping ministries in conjunction with CFS’s experiential and hands-on classroom instruction. Students get the benefit of direct on-site training by CFS vocational staff. Students will work toward developing a personal philosophy and implementation of Christian camp ministry as they live out real-life camping ministry. Program Outcomes: In addition to meeting the Bible & Theology outcomes the student will acquire proficiency in the following Camp Ministry areas 1. Personal Christian Character Demonstrate servant leadership by consistent modeling of Christ-like behavior through personal devotion, obedience and life style. 2. Intentional Christian Education Acquire the necessary skills to effectively integrate the Bible and Systematic Theology with ministry in Christian Education and Christian Camping. 3. Philosophy of Christian Education Design a Camping ministry plan based on a Christian worldview through the redemptive theme in the biblical and historical development of the Church. 4. Christian Camping and the Church Value the centrality of the Church in relation to the complimentary role of Christian Camping in global missions and local church contexts. 5. Methodology of Camp Ministry Demonstrate competence in the various teaching techniques and methodologies for intentional ministry to all camp participants. 6. Foundations of Spiritual Leadership a) Implement the Great Commission of evangelism and discipleship to promote Christian faith ownership and leadership in camp participants. b) Balance the demands of ministry with the responsibility of personal growth and family well-being. 7. Foundations of a Spiritual Environment Provide a ministry environment that promotes the personal safety, dignity and enrichment of each individual through Christ-like qualities. 8. Administrative Components of Christian Camping a) Implement ministry Vision, Mission, goals and outcomes in support of the overall intentions of the organization. b) Recognize the ethical, ministerial, and professional tasks in management in the key areas of Christian Camping (for example, facility maintenance, general organization, finances, food services and staffing). 9. Promotion and Public Relations Demonstrate an understanding of non-profit ministry planning appropriate organizational marketing, promotion and public relations. 10. Ministry and Vocational Opportunities Be prepared for full-time Christian Camping leadership roles that require effective administrative, teaching, pastoral and leadership qualities.
Keywords Bible, Theology, Camp, Camp ministry
Languages Programme Available in English (USA)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available United States / Iowa
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / General Bible; Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Theology; Bible Teaching and Training / Discipling and Training Others; Bible Teaching and Training / Preaching and Communication Skills; Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Children's Ministry; Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Youth and Students Ministry; Personal Life and Holiness / Personal and Family Holiness; Caring for People and the World / Caring for Children and the Vulnerable
Residential/Non Residential Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Degree
Cost Range US$100,000 or more
Actual Cost -
Bursaries/scholarships available
Actual Length 4 years
Average hours of study per week 0
Methods of instruction
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.)
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.)
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork).
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 0
Prerequisite Programmes
Other Prerequisites
Qualifications gained Bachelor of Science
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by ABHE (N. America), Other Accreditation (see below)
Other Accrediting Bodies Higher Learning Commission