Then [Jesus] said to his disciples, The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the Harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field. Matthew 9:37-38 NIV Student Ministry Handbook The Student Ministries Handbook provides an overview of the Student Ministries Program of Kingswood University. The Handbook describes the philosophy, objectives, and administration. Descriptions of approved Student Ministries are also included.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PHILOSOPHY... 3 OBJECTIVES... 4 ADMINISTRATION... 5 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS... 6 SELECTING & REGISTERING FOR STUDENT MINISTRIES... 8 GRADING... 9 SUMMARY OF MINISTRIES AVAILABLE... 11 DESCRIPTION OF STUDENT MINISTRIES... 14 SAMPLE ACTIVITY LOG & REFLECTIVE JOURNAL... 22 Student Ministries Handbook 2017ed Published by Kingswood University May 2017 This publication is available online at https://www.kingswood.edu/academics/student-ministry-handbook-forms/ 2
PHILOSOPHY Service is an integral part of the training program at Kingswood. Jesus Christ Himself is our model:... the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve... (Matthew 20:28). Jesus demonstrated this servant attitude when He taught and fed crowds of thousands, when He dealt individually with outcasts like Zacchaeus and the Samaritan woman, and when He washed the feet of His disciples, saying, I have set you an example, that you should do as I have done for you... Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them (John 13:15, 17). With such a powerful example and glorious promise for inspiration, Kingswood s Student Ministries Program supports the mission of the school in the following ways: Students are helped to develop a sound knowledge of the Scriptures by experiencing opportunities both to articulate their faith and to integrate biblical truths with practical concerns of life. Students are enabled to develop ministry skills for a life of Godly obedience and service as they practice these various skills in supervised settings in local churches, community agencies, or in University ministry opportunities. At Kingswood, we believe practical application of theoretical principles is vital. Therefore, Student Ministry assignments are designed to allow students to integrate classroom learning and practical ministry. The felt concern and practical input from the faculty in developing, coordinating, implementing, and supervising the Student Ministries Program will enhance the personal growth and vocational skills of the student. 3
OBJECTIVES Student Ministries provide the student with opportunities to integrate information, principles, and skills learned in the classroom with practical field ministry. As a result of involvement in Student Ministries, students should: Head (Cognitive what you should know and understand): Gain insight into the types of vocational and service opportunities available in the church and the community Discover and develop personal spiritual gifts and skills for ministry Heart (Affective what you should feel and appreciate): Cultivate a sensitivity to see needs and appropriately respond to them out of genuine Christian love Develop the desire to live selflessly, to give sacrificially, and to love wholeheartedly for the sake of Christ Gain an appreciation for the local church, God s agency for the propagation of the Gospel Hands (Behavioral what you should experience and do): Develop leadership qualities of planning, organizing, initiating, directing, supervising, and evaluating Increase personal confidence through positive service experience Develop cooperative working relationships in a variety of situations with various age groups Develop skills in self-evaluation and reflective thinking in order to promote selfawareness Habits (Tendency how you should apply what you have learned in your life): Use the tools to apply servant-hood with life-long learning and on-going engendering of spiritual growth and maturity. Apply ministry placement skills including interviewing and supervisor and site assessment skills 4
ADMINISTRATION Student Ministries Office The Director of Student Ministries (DSM) oversees the Student Ministry program at Kingswood University (KU), planning and supervising the program. Faculty advisors and program directors share in the responsibility of advising students to ensure Student Ministry assignments meet program objectives and students vocational goals. Directorship of this program includes: giving leadership to all areas of Kingswood s Student Ministries Program. coordinating Student Ministry assignments by working in harmony with local churches and agencies. encouraging students to put the required effort into their ministry assignments. periodically evaluating each student s ministry and keeping records of these evaluations. assigning student grades for this program and reporting them in Populi (the online student management system). Supervisor A Student Ministries supervisor may be a pastor, local church leader, agency personnel, faculty member, or other responsible person approved by the DSM. Supervisors play a vital role in the Student Ministries Program and help ensure a positive experience for all participants. With extremely few exceptions due to extraordinarily circumstances, a fellow student cannot supervise another student. It is our expectation supervisors will: become partners with KU in the training and development of each student. get to know the student and establish a warm, open relationship. provide reasonable and clearly communicated expectations for each ministry assignment. provide adequate observation of the student worker in order to instruct, encourage, and challenge as appropriate. schedule at least one meeting per month with the student for feedback and evaluation. contact the DSM in case of problems in which cooperative effort is needed. prepare and return the Supervisor Evaluation Report at the end of the semester. If possible please review the Supervisor Evaluation Report with the student. Communications and suggestions regarding the Student Ministries Program are appreciated. Students Selecting an Assignment Students are responsible to seek appropriate ministry opportunities in consultation with their faculty advisor and with the approval of the DSM. If absolutely necessary, the advisor and DSM will assist students in securing assignments. 5
Students should select 100-200 level ministry assignments during their first (frosh) and second (sophomore) years of study and 300-400 level assignments during their third (junior) and fourth (senior) years of study. No changes in assignment may be made without the prior approval of the supervisor and the DSM. At least one of your required Student Ministries should be directly related to your study major. Specific opportunities for ministry will vary from year to year according to the needs of churches and agencies. Students are limited to one intensive Student Ministry credit (which can be completed in a week). Faithful Involvement Student Ministry assignments require involvement throughout the entire semester. The student must take the initiative in faithfully fulfilling this obligation. However, in the event an absence is necessary, the student must contact the supervisor and DSM well in advance of the assignment. Failure to do so will result in severe grade reduction. Preparation and prayer for each ministry assignment requires the student s best effort. Faithful attendance and punctuality is of vital importance to the success of any ministry assignment. Dress and Deportment Classroom wear is appropriate for many Student Ministry assignments; however, students should dress in keeping with the occasion and situation. Students should consult with the ministry supervisor concerning appropriate dress. Students are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct as articulated in the Kingswood Student Handbook. In conduct, speech, and attitude students should show themselves to be exemplary - friendly, courteous, gracious, cooperative, and helpful. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS As with any university course, there are specific requirements for Student Ministry credits at Kingswood University. Details of due dates for written assignments, etc. are included in the syllabus on Populi. Initial Registration Students indicate interest in earning a Student Ministry credit at pre-registration, or at any time before the start of the ministry. Students register for the generic Student Ministry course SM 000 until a Student Ministry Contract is submitted. More details about selecting and registering for Student Ministries will follow below. 6
Submit a Contract To complete registration for a Student Ministry credit, students must submit a Student Ministry Contract. The contract must be submitted by both the student and the supervisor and then approved by the DSM. The purpose of this requirement is to ensure Student Ministry assignments are appropriate for the program and vocational objectives of each student. Contracts must be submitted by due date designated on syllabus. Students wishing to do a Student Ministry during Spring Break or during the summer should submit a contract at least one week prior to the beginning of the ministry. 1 Students who do not submit a contract must complete a Drop/Add form to avoid receiving an F grade for the ministry. Failure to complete a Student Ministry after registering and submitting a completed contract will also result in a grade of F. The contract is found online at: https://kingswooduniversity.wufoo.eu/forms/student-ministry-contract/ Complete the Ministry Students are expected to be involved in their ministry for at least ten weeks for a minimum of three hours per week. The three hours includes responsible preparation, performance of task, and any necessary consultation with field or faculty supervisors. This required time does not include travel, attending worship services, or other normal involvement (unless the latter constitutes a part of the student s ministry assignment). Activity Log Students must keep a log of the time spent in their ministry assignment including preparation time. Log entries must include the date of the activity, the activity, the number of hours spent at the activity, and the log entry date. Logs must also include the total number of hours spent on the Student Ministry assignment and the total number of weeks in the ministry assignment. See a sample of an Activity Log at end of this handbook. Reflective Journal One of the goals of the Student Ministries Program is to help students develop skills in selfevaluation and reflective thinking in order to promote self-awareness. This is achieved through writing periodic reflective journal entries. Each entry should be a brief description of ministry activities and reflections concerning them. See Objectives earlier in this handbook. Each entry must include the date of the ministry activity and the date of the journal entry. See samples of journal entries at end of this handbook. Activity Logs and Reflective Journals are to be submitted periodically during the semester, as well as at the end of the semester; see the syllabus on Populi for specific dates. Use the Wufoo form for submitting. The link is: 1 Students must pay for summer Student Ministry credits at the same time as they submit the contract. 7
https://kingswooduniversity.wufoo.eu/forms/sm-activity-log-reflective-journal/ Activity Log and Reflective Journal are combined documents. Reflection Paper In addition to weekly journal entries, students are required to write a 500 to 700 word reflection paper about the Student Ministry assignment. The paper must describe the ministry and tell about the rewards, challenges, lessons learned, and areas in which the student struggled. Please include a word count with your paper. Suggested Grade As part of the reflection process, students must suggest the grade they feel fairly represents their work at the ministry, and include a brief statement of why they would assign themselves this grade. This grade should be based on how well they feel they performed through the entire assignment preparations, performance, and evaluation (log, journal, reflection paper). The Reflection Paper and Suggested Grade are due at the end of the semester; see the syllabus on Populi for specific dates. All written assignments are to be submitted as MS Word files;.pdf or.rtf formats are permitted if you do not use MS Word. Supervisor Evaluation The Supervisor Evaluation Report is to be completed by the ministry supervisor near the end of each semester. Reports must be returned by date listed on syllabus. Usually a reminder will be sent from the Student Ministry Office shortly before the report is due. The form is found online at: https://kingswooduniversity.wufoo.eu/forms/student-ministry-supervisor-evaluation-report/ GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR SELECTING & REGISTERING FOR STUDENT MINISTRIES Students are encouraged to seek appropriate ministry opportunities in consultation with their faculty advisor and with the approval of the DSM. If a student is unable to secure an appropriate Student Ministry assignment, the advisor or DSM will assist in this process. Before students may begin their first Student Ministry they must have passed Wellness (GE 100), or have met with the DSM to review the administration of Student Ministries, writing requirements, and reflective thinking. Each student in a bachelor s degree program must earn a minimum of three Student Ministry credits to meet graduation requirements. Students in the A.A. (General Education) degree 8
program must earn two Student Ministry credits. Students who have previously been enrolled in the A.A. (Evangelism & Compassion Ministry) or A.A. (Early Childhood Education) programs will receive the equivalent of one Student Ministry credit in another degree program for the practical ministry component of these degrees. After the first year, and upon approval by the DSM, a student may earn a credit each summer in addition to credits earned during the school year. Regardless of the number of activities in which a student may be involved, only one Student Ministry credit can be earned each semester or summer. Exceptions may be made for the inclusion of one-week (40-hour minimum) intensive ministry assignments. To ensure diversity in ministry experiences, each Student Ministry earned must be different. The DSM may permit a credit to be repeated in consecutive semesters one time only. While the University values ministry experience gained prior to enrolment in one of Kingswood s programs, normally credit is only granted for Student Ministry assignments completed while enrolled as either a part-time or full-time student in one of the regular University programs. At least one of your required Student Ministries should be directly related to your study major. B.A. (Ministry) students should seek to complete at least one ministry in a church setting; those pursuing pastoral ministry should aim for more than one. B.A. (Christian School Education) students should seek to complete at least one ministry in a school setting. In the event an exceptional circumstance arises causing a student to believe it is necessary to withdraw from a Student Ministry assignment, he or she must receive permission from the DSM. Failure to do so will result in a letter grade of "F. There is no withdrawal policy for one-week intensive Student Ministries. GRADING Grading of SM assignments is outlined in the syllabus (posted on Populi). These are the main components: Effective & consistent fulfillment of the ministry assignment Activity Logs & Reflective Journals Reflection Paper Supervisor Evaluation Report It is important to note that all requirements for the Student Ministry assignment must be met in a satisfactory manner. The Student Ministry Contract must be completed and returned to the DSM Office prior to the beginning of a Student Ministry assignment to be eligible for credit. Penalties will be assessed for late submission of the Final Reflective according to academic policy in the Kingswood University Catalogue. Late submission of weekly reports will cost twenty-five percent per day. 9
It is expected students will complete ten weeks of ministry during their Student Ministry. Completing less than nine weeks may result in a grade reduction or failure of the Student Ministry. Full participation is required for one-week intensive or summer Student Ministries. 10
SUMMARY OF MINISTRIES AVAILABLE Students should not be limited by the listing of ministries below. Many other creative ministry opportunities exist on campus, in the Sussex area and beyond. If you have another idea for a ministry, contact the DSM. MINISTRY CODE PAGE Church Ministries... 12 Pulpit Ministry SM 410, 411 Assistant Pastor SM 424 Children s Ministry Director SM 421 Children s Ministry Leader/Teacher SM 237, 247 Children s Ministry Helper SM 110, 120 Vacation Bible School Director SM 425 Vacation Bible School Assistant Director SM 358 Vacation Bible School Leader/Teacher SM 246 Vacation Bible School Helper SM 111 Youth Ministry Director SM 418, 438 Youth Ministry Assistant Director SM 303 Youth Ministry Assistant SM 238, 248 Senior High Ministry Director SM 326 Senior High Ministry Assistant SM 242, 252 Junior High Ministry Director SM 324 Junior High Ministry Assistant SM 241, 261 Youth Bible Study Teacher SM 343 Youth Music Leader SM 336 Other Youth Ministry SM 363 Discipleship Ministry SM 422 Adult Small Group Leader/Teacher SM 419, 439 Missions Trip Leader SM 414 Missions Trip Participant SM 305 Campus Ministries... 14 Student Council President SM 308 Student Council Member SM 360 Spiritual Life President SM 353 Athletic Association President SM 345 Student Fellowship Association President SM 350 Student Global Impact President SM 320 Outreach Association President SM 354 Resident Assistant SM 306, 366 Student Worship Coordinator SM 423 Ministry Team Leader SM 356 Campus Prayer Ministry SM 337 11
MINISTRY CODE PAGE Chaplain Ministry SM 351, 365 Communications Assistant SM 254 Hospitality Ministry SM 221 Peer Counselling/Mentoring SM 349 Pre-Admissions Counsellor SM 357 Research Assistant SM 429 Success Centre Staff SM 368 Teaching Assistant - University level SM 430 Camping Ministries... 16 Camp Director SM 412 Camp Assistant Director SM 311 Camp Director of Counsellors SM 325 Camp Recreation Director SM 340 Camp Speaker SM 300 Camp Chaplain SM 321 Camp Worship/Music Director SM 341 Camp Counsellor for Children SM 239 Camp Counsellor for Teens SM 214 Other Camp Ministries SM 245, 359 Worship & Music Ministries... 17 Choir Participant SM 116 Instrumentalist SM 215 Small Music Ensemble Participant SM 207 Praise Leader - Sunday Services SM 420 Praise Team Member SM 228, 258 Children s Music Leader SM 333 Praise Team Leader/Mentor SM 440 Chapel Music Administrator SM 265 Chapel Technical Booth Coordinator SM 338 Chapel Livestream/ Camera & Lights Coordinator SM 266 Chapel Slides/ ProPresenter Technician SM 267 Chapel Steward SM 302 Social Ministries... 18 Pregnancy Care Centre Volunteer SM 235 Big Brother/Sister SM 244 Soup Kitchen/Food Shelter Volunteer SM 236, 256 Special Needs Ministries SM 405 Senior Citizens Ministry SM 208 Other Social Ministries SM 323 12
Other Ministries... 18 School Teacher s Assistant SM 347, 447 School Tutor SM 317, 367 Other Approved Ministries SM 223, 332, 402 13
Church Ministries DESCRIPTION OF STUDENT MINISTRIES Pulpit Ministry SM 410, 411 The student will become involved in various activities of pulpit ministry under the supervision of a local pastor or competent lay-leader. Duties will include some or all of the following: be on the platform during regular services, preach two or three times during the semester, give announcements, help with baptisms, dedications, the Lord s Supper, lead in the singing, etc. This may require two semesters of ministry for one credit. Assistant Pastor SM 424 The student will serve as an assistant pastor and fulfill a variety of roles as assigned by the senior pastor. This may be focused in a particular area, for example youth or children s ministry. Children s Ministry Director SM 421 The student will be responsible for, and provide leadership in, the organization and running of a specific children s ministry program. Children s Ministry Leader/Teacher SM 237, 247 The student will organize lesson plans and teach in a children s ministry program. Children s Ministry Helper SM 110, 120 The student will assist in a children s ministry program. This ministry generally requires minimal preparation time and may require two semesters of ministry for one credit. Vacation Bible School Director SM 425 The student will have full responsibility for planning, organizing, ordering materials, recruiting workers, and overseeing a Vacation Bible School. Vacation Bible School Assistant Director SM 358 The student will assist the Vacation Bible School director in fulfilling his or her responsibilities. Vacation Bible School Leader/Teacher SM 246 The student will organize lesson plans and teach children in a Vacation Bible School Program. Vacation Bible School Helper SM 111 The student will assist in a Vacation Bible School Program of at least one week s duration. Youth Ministry Director SM 418, 438 The student will be responsible for the total youth program for a local church including both junior and senior high teens. He or she will work directly with the pastor in developing and organizing a youth program. 14
Youth Ministry Assistant Director SM 303 The student will assist the director of youth ministry in the youth program of a local church or parachurch organization with ministry to both junior and senior high teens. Youth Ministry Assistant SM 238, 248 The student will assist in the youth ministry of a local church. This includes working with both junior and senior high youth. Junior High Ministry Director SM 324 The student will be involved in the total program for this age group with an emphasis on endeavouring to understand and minister to the specific needs of junior high youth. Junior High Ministry Assistant SM 241, 261 The student will assist in a ministry to junior high teens. Senior High Ministry Director SM 326 The student will be directly involved in the total program for this age group with an emphasis on endeavouring to understand and minister to the specific needs of senior high youth. Senior High Ministry Assistant SM 242, 252 The student will assist in a ministry to senior high teens. Youth Bible Study Teacher SM 343 The student will be responsible for weekly Bible studies with teens. Youth Music Leader SM 336 The student will lead the youth in a worship service. This must be more than simply leading the singing as part of a devotional time in a youth meeting. This may require two semesters of ministry for one credit. Other Youth Ministry SM 363 The student will submit a proposal to the DSM showing how this ministry will be related to relational ministry and meet the objectives of the Student Ministry program. Discipleship Ministry SM 422 The student will become involved in discipling new converts in a one-on-one relationship endeavouring to lead them to maturity and service in his or her faith as part of a local church ministry. Adult Small Group Leader/Teacher SM 419, 439 The student will conduct a small group in which the Bible, or a subject based on the Bible, is studied for growth, fellowship, and service, and prayer concerns are shared and a ministry of intercession practiced. Missions Trip Leader SM 414 The student will be responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing recruitment of team members, travel arrangements, liaison with ministry directors, and all other arrangements to do with directing a mission s travel seminar. 15
Missions Trip Participant SM 305 The student will be involved in a faith-challenging cross-cultural ministry experience in either North America or in a foreign country. This may involve raising travel and ministry expenses. Campus Ministries Student Council President SM 308 The student will serve as president of the student body demonstrating leadership and service qualities. The student will submit a proposal to the VP: Campus Life and the DSM showing how this activity will be related to relational ministry and meet the objectives of the Student Ministry program. Student Council Member SM 360 The student will fulfill the stated responsibilities of their elected position according to the constitution of the Student Council. The student will submit a proposal to the VP: Campus Life and DSM showing how this activity will be related to relational ministry and meet the objectives of the Student Ministry program. This may require two semesters of ministry for one credit. Spiritual Life President SM 353 The student will give dynamic leadership in organizing activities that will encourage a positive and vibrant spiritual atmosphere on campus in consultation with the VP: Campus Life who serves as advisor to the Spiritual Life Association. The student will submit a proposal to the advisor and the DSM showing how this activity will be related to relational ministry and meet the objectives of the Student Ministry program. Athletic Association President SM 345 The student will give dynamic leadership to intramural athletic activities in consultation with the VP: Campus Life who serves as advisor to the Athletic Association. The student will submit a proposal to the advisor and the DSM showing how this activity will be related to relational ministry and meet the objectives of the Student Ministry program. Student Fellowship Association President SM 350 The student will give dynamic leadership to campus activities that enhance campus morale in consultation with the association advisor. The student will submit a proposal to the advisor and the DSM showing how this activity will be related to relational ministry and meet the objectives of the Student Ministry program. Student Global Impact President SM 320 The student will give dynamic leadership in raising student awareness of God s work around the world, as well as preparing for the annual Incite convention in consultation with the Global Ministry Program Director who serves as advisor to the Student Global Impact Association. The student will submit a proposal to the advisor and the DSM showing how this activity will be related to relational ministry and meet the objectives of the Student Ministry program. 16
Outreach Association President SM 354 The student will give dynamic leadership in organizing off-campus evangelistic opportunities such as servant hood evangelism, community events, etc., in consultation with the Pastoral Ministry Program Director who serves as advisor to the Outreach Association. The student will submit a proposal to the advisor and the DSM showing how this activity will be related to relational ministry and meet the objectives of the Student Ministry program. Resident Assistant SM 306, 366 The student will serve in the resident hall as a Resident Assistant and will be responsible to assist in the spiritual development and interpersonal relationships of students, as well as serving as a liaison between the University and the students. This Student Ministry will require regular reporting to the Resident Director with a focus on ministry-type activities. Student Worship Coordinator SM 423 The third- or fourth- year student will organize and arrange the order of service for Elevate through the whole semester. Leading and conducting the services may be necessary. Ministry Team Leader SM 356 The student will serve as the leader of a Student Ministry team of the University to fulfill duties as assigned by the DSM and to be responsible to participate in the evaluation of team members. Campus Prayer Ministry SM 337 The student will initiate and encourage a campus prayer ministry including leading a weekly prayer meeting. Chaplain Ministry SM 351, 365 The student will serve as a spiritual leader and minister to members of a specific group or organization. This may include regular preaching, speaking, and one-on-one ministry. Communications Assistant SM 254 The Communications Assistant will partner with the Communications staff to meet the media needs for campus. Jobs include video and audio setup and recording for services and special events. Additional responsibilities may include editing and equipment maintenance, as well as the development of special projects based on a student s abilities. Hospitality Ministry SM 221 The student will assist in creating a welcoming environment on campus; he or she will help to organize and serve guests and students at campus events. Peer Counselling/Mentoring SM 349 The student will lead in the University program of peer counselling and mentoring. Pre-Enrolment Counsellor SM 357 The student will serve under the supervision of the Vice President for Enrolment and Communications to establish relationships with prospective students to assist them in finding God s will for their lives particularly in regards to university attendance. 17
Research Assistant SM 429 The student will work with a professor in conducting research on an assigned topic. The student will also interact with at least one other student in teaching research skills. Success Centre Staff SM 368 The student will minister in the Student Success Centre on campus. The student will provide tutoring and other academic services to assist fellow students in achieving greater academic success. Teaching Assistant University Level SM 430 The student will be responsible for a variety of activities assigned by the professor(s) such as tutoring, labs, and instruction. The ministry must include significant direct interaction with students. It may include some grading and administrative work. Camping Ministries Camp Director SM 412 The student will be fully responsible for organizing and running a camp. This assignment will require a mature student who has excellent leadership ability. Camp Assistant Director SM 311 The student will assist the camp director in the execution of camp activities. This role must entail significant levels of responsibility. Camp Director of Counsellors SM 325 The student will have the oversight and direction of all the counsellors of a particular camp of at least one week s duration. Camp Recreation Director SM 340 The student will co-ordinate and lead campers in recreation activities in a camp of at least one week s duration. Camp Speaker SM 300 The student will have the responsibility for the speaking assignments at a camp of at least one week s duration. Camp Chaplain SM 321 The student will serve under the direction of the camp director. The camp chaplain will ensure each camp counsellor leads his or her responsibility group in a daily devotional time, will give a devotional each day to the camp counsellors, and will be available for counselling throughout the camp. Camp Worship/Music Director SM 341 The student will give overall leadership in leading a camp worship time under the supervision and guidance of the Camp Director. Leadership responsibilities include programming and planning each service in a camp of at least one week s duration. 18
Camp Counsellor for Children SM 239 The student will serve as a counsellor in a camp of at least one week s duration during the summer months. Primary responsibilities will involve counselling children. Camp Counsellor for Teens SM 214 The student will serve as a counsellor in a camp of at least one week s duration during the summer months. Primary responsibilities will involve counselling teens. Other Camp Ministries SM 245, 359 This ministry may include a variety of camp activities but must include some activities that are relationally oriented. Worship & Music Ministries Choir Participant SM 116 The student will participate in a choir ministry. This may require two semesters of ministry for one credit. Instrumentalist SM 215 The student will participate diligently and consistently in the practice sessions and ministry of an ensemble or worship team. Small Music Ensemble Participant SM 207 The student will be involved in weekly practice and participation in a small group vocal ensemble ministry coordinated through a local church or the University. Praise Leader - Sunday Services SM 420 The student will prepare the order of service, choose the hymns and songs in consultation with the organist, pianist, and pastor, and lead the congregation in worship. Praise Team Member SM 228, 258 The student will function as part of a local church praise team. This will involve team planning sessions and faithful participation in practice and worship settings. This may require two semesters of ministry for one credit. Children s Music Leader SM 333 The student will direct a children s choir in a church setting. This may require two semesters of ministry for one credit. Praise Team Leader/Mentor SM 440 The student will develop a praise team and mentor its members, usually teens. The ministry will involve recruiting, rehearsing, and leading in worship, as well as providing musical coaching and teaching concepts of worship theology to team members. Chapel Music Administrator SM 265 The chapel music administrator prints and places sheet music and service plans into binders for chapel praise team practice on Monday and Thursday evenings respectively. They are also responsible for filing music back into filing cabinets behind the platform and will on occasion assist with keeping the music library in order. 19
Chapel Technical Booth Coordinator SM 338 The Chapel Technical Booth Coordinator facilitates the smooth running of the Tech Booth during all chapel services/events. They will work in close conjunction with the sound-desk operator, the director of worship, and other tech booth stewards to ensure the smooth running of each service. As well they will assist wherever needed, including stage setup and teardown. Chapel Livestream/ Camera & Lights Coordinator SM 266 The Chapel Livestream/ Camera & Lights Coordinator will run the camera and lights for each chapel service and will work closely with the Communications Department and Director of Worship to ensure the smooth functioning and recording of each service. This individual will be required to attend praise team rehearsals on Monday or Thursday evenings. Chapel Slides/ ProPresenter Technician SM 267 The Chapel Slides/ ProPresenter Technician will be required to run slides for weekly chapel services. This commitment requires attending praise team rehearsal on Monday and Thursday evenings. Chapel Steward SM 302 The Chapel Steward will work closely with the Director of Worship to assist in every area of chapel to ensure the smooth running of each service. The commitment involves coming to weekly praise team rehearsals on Monday and Thursday evenings. Social Ministries Pregnancy Care Centre Volunteer SM 235 After being accepted, the student will be required to take an orientation course given at the Centre (there is a small fee for this course). This person must be mature and able to work with women who are in crisis pregnancy situations. Responsibilities will range from office duties to counselling and Bible studies. Big Brother/Sister SM 244 The student will be involved in the local program of mentoring. Soup Kitchen/Food Shelter Volunteer SM 236, 256 The student will work in a soup kitchen or a food shelter on a weekly basis. This may require two semesters of ministry for one credit. Special Needs Ministries SM 405 The student will be involved in working with the physically and mentally challenged in a ministry context. Senior Citizens Ministry SM 208 The student will be involved in providing a weekly ministry to senior citizens at a nursing home or other senior adult facility. The ministry may include Bible reading, singing, devotionals, and visitation. This may require two semester of ministry for one credit. 20
Other Social Ministries SM 323 The student will be involved in another form of social ministry, approved by the DSM. Other Ministries School Tutor SM 317, 367 The student will have an opportunity to gain experience through tutoring children and teens. Prerequisite: (CSE 101) Introduction to Teaching. School Teacher s Assistant SM 347, 447 The student will serve as an assistant to a teacher in a classroom in either a public or private school. Other Approved Ministries SM 223, 332, 402 The student will become involved in a meaningful ministry approved by the DSM. The student will submit a proposal showing how this ministry will be related to relational ministry and meet the objectives of the Student Ministry program. 21
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