Equipped to Reach Out & Minister (Youth Ministry)

Certificate of Christian Ministry /Graduate Diploma of Christian Studies

In the rapid changing environment and world that we know today, many facets of life have been affected especially in the world of the youth and the family unit. Many parents and those involved in youth ministry often comment, “Is it ‘a new breed’ of young generation(s) we are dealing with? Why are they so rebellious and disinterested in the Christian faith? Why are they behaving so strangely? What is happening to my kids?” And the list of questions and comments will go on and on. It is indeed a great challenge and task for parents and all who work with youth to understand and to relate to them. It is no easy task, but it is not impossible. And today, we do not have to be “thrown in” and try to swim in the deep waters of youth ministry.

The Certificate in Christian Ministry/Graduate Diploma in Christian Studies (Youth Ministry) seeks to equip Youth Ministry Facilitators (Youth Workers & Parents) and those involve with youths for effective youth ministry in today’s world especially in Malaysia. The program covers both theological as well as practical issues with courses that will equip students with a proper mindset, tools and skills for an effective youth ministry. This is a 10 modules study programme.

Those interested to apply should possess a SPM with an aggregate of 30 or less for 5 subjects to be qualified for the Certificate in Christian Ministry (CertCM) or a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent to be qualified for Graduate Diploma in Christian Studies (GradDipCS).

10 Modules Study Programme

5 Required Courses		4 Core Courses
Ó Introduction to Youth Ministry This is an introductory module to Youth Ministry with the purpose of helping participants understand Youth Ministry, Youth Trends and Culture in the Malaysian context. The module will help participants have a firm grasp of the theological agenda in Youth Ministry, identify and examine issues and concerns of Youth Culture, and help them to develop a significant, meaningful and purposeful relationship with youths. Date: 22-26 May 2006 Ó Spiritual Formation & Discipleship The focus of this course is to introduce the role of the spiritual guide/discipler in the context of authentic Christian community (i.e. relationships and friendships). Keeping the relational dimension at the core, the course will also explore various spiritual disciplines and practices to facilitate the process and progress of spiritual formation in the lives of the youth & youth leaders. Date: 29 May – 2 June 2006 Ó Developmental Psychology & Personology This module seeks to provide an understanding of the development of youth and related key issues and how to walk beside them in their journey through this phase of their life. The areas of study will include adolescent development, family systems and counselling youths. Date: 30 October – 3 November 2006 Ó Strategic Development & Implementation This course seeks to equip Youth Ministry facilitators with thinking skills in building direction, vision, and innovation for an effective youth ministry. Learners will experience the process of strategic thinking in identifying core values necessary for an effective youth ministry, develop a vision and mission related to the ministry, assessing and auditing effectiveness of the ministry, as well as reflect on their own leadership and philosophy in youth ministry. Date: May 2007 Ó Practicum This is a 30 to 40 hours of supervised internship (or in some cases coaching) in an area of youth work of the student’s choice. The practicum aims to provide the developmental skills and a more holistic approach to doing youth ministry. Date: June to September 2007		Ó Introduction to the Old Testament This is a survey and an overview of the OT. Both the synchronic and diachronic approaches to the study of the OT will be used. A brief background and summary of some of the critical scholarship of the OT will be explored. Date: October 2007* Ó Introduction to the New Testament The course examines the social, cultural, political contexts of the world of the NT times. It surveys a selection of NT books focusing on their distinctive features, structure and themes with some attention given to the methodology and issues arising from NT studies. Date: May 2008* Ó Christian Theology This course discusses the introductory questions and issues in Christian theology. The doctrine of God, the Trinity and the Person and work of Christ will also be studied. Date: May 2008* Ó Biblical Interpretation This course helps the students understand and have a good grasp of the principles and practice of interpreting the Bible. Date: October 2008* * These core courses are offered year round in all STM’s TEE Centres. You may wish to complete these courses as they are offered in 2006 and 2007 at STM, PJ/KL or Kuching TEE centers.
		1 Elective from the Courses below
		Ó Youth Leadership Development Date: To be fixed later Ó Youth Curriculum Development Date: To be fixed later Ó Youth Issues Date: To be fixed later
		Panel of Lecturers
		óDr Herbert Tan óRev Sivin Kit óMr Sherman Kuek óMdm Goh Kim Guat óRev Tan Jin Huat óRev Anthony Loke óDr Ong Meng Chai óMr Christopher Cheah óDr Esther Daniel

Registration

Admission Requirements

· Deadline for registration is 1 March 2006.

· Completed registration form, references and fees should be sent to the postal address given above.

· All fees are to be paid on enrolment or in two instalments (see below).

· The applicant must be a Christian with a desire for Christian service, possesses SPM with an aggregate of 30 or less for 5 subjects (for CertCM); a university degree or its equivalent (for GradDipCS).

· Good references from the church pastor.

· Interested applicants should send in the above form to request for the registration forms. Alternatively, you may email us at academic@stm.edu.my

Financial Information

Registration Fee (one time) RM 50.00

Course Fees (for 10 modules) RM2,400.00

Total RM2,450.00

Audit Fees (per module) is at RM120.

All cheques made payable to:

Seminari Theoloji Malaysia

You may make full payment of fees upon registration or pay in two equal instalments. The first instalment is to be paid upon registration. The second instalment to be paid upon finishing the fifth module.

Location for Classes

Lecture Room L2, Seremban Campus, Lot 3011,

Taman South East, 70100 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan

Class Schedule

Classes meet from 9:00am to 5:00pm daily on Mondays to Fridays. Check overleaf for dates on Courses.

Inquiries

Email your inquiries to Ms Sarah Yap, TEE Director at sarahyap@stm.edu.my or Mrs Ruth Tee at ruthtee@stm.edu.my

Telephone contact: 06-6322815.

For further information on other programmes offered by STM, please send your inquires to Mdm Soh Lay Ching, the Assistant Registrar at academic@stm.edu.my.