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EVANGELISM: DM 9332- 6133 Theological Foundations for Evangelism by Mark Teasdale: An overview and examination of some of the foundational themes and concepts in the contemporary debate about the nature and scope of evangelism. Texts from a variety of perspectives and ecclesial locations will be read and evaluated in order to develop a critically-attained vision of evangelism for the modern church. Three term hours.
Dates: January 7th-18th  excluding SMU holidays

Held in Selecman Hall Room 203

PARISH LEADERSHIP: DM 9337- 6136 Creative Sermon Design by Alyce McKenzie: An exploration of four creative options for sermon design: inductive, complication/resolution, text-shaped, and narrative. The course will explore the biblical, theological, pastoral and liturgical implications of form. Learning will be achieved by reading and reflecting on the works of contemporary homiletical proponents of various forms, listening to and by preparing and preaching three sermons in class, with peer/professor feedback. Three term hours.
Dates: February 18-20; March 24-26; April 14-16 excluding SMU Holidays

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SPIRITUAL FORMATION:  DM 9372- 6134 Speed-Dating Spirituality: Ministry with Young Adults by Evelyn Parker:  This seminar is a theologically critical exploration of the intersection between popular culture and the spiritual beliefs, values and practices of young people ages eighteen to thirty from diverse social contexts. Three term hours.   Dates: February 4-5; March 3-5; April 7-9 excluding SMU holidays

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DM 8049 - 6132 Full Time Graduate Status – Use for continuation of the program after required and elective courses have been taken. Registration required. No term hours. International students may not choose this class as their only class without permission from the SMU International Office. International students must have term hours on their transcripts each term; this class offers no term hours. (No classes-no syllabus)

DM 9396- 6135 Doctor of Ministry Practicum – Director of Advanced Studies: Implementation of project in a ministry setting. Registration required. 3 term hours for working off-campus (No classes-no syllabus)

DM 9398- 6137 Doctor of Ministry Project – Director of Advanced Studies: Writing phase of thesis; self-paced off-campus. Registration required. 3 term hours for working off-campus (No classes-no syllabus)