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152 THEOLOGY AND APOLOGETICS FOR MINISTRY TA 1101 Becoming a Pastor Theologian: Deepening Doctoral Ministry This course focuses on how to deepen theological proficiency and expertise in order to become effective pastor theologians. Particular emphasis will be given to developing students' doctrinal ministry in the areas of worship, teaching and discipleship. Prerequisite: FC 1101 Biblical and Theological Reflection on the Practice of Ministry or FC 1102 Relational and Vocational Foundations of Ministry. Three hours. TA 1102 How People Grow Examines biblical and theological bases and the major theoretical models of human development and life span encompassing spiritual, cognitive, emotional, and physical growth and their interrelationship. Special attention is given to the roles of community and relationship with the Triune God and others in the growth process. Prerequisites: FC 1101 Biblical and Theological Reflection on the Practice of Ministry; FC 1102 Relational and Vocational Foundations of Ministry. Three hours. TA 1103 Apologetics in Ministerial and Missional Context This course prepares students to engage with theological, philosophical, and cultural challenges against the truth claims of the Christian faith. Students will learn how to advance apologetic engagement in the context of pastoral ministry and mission. Prerequisites: FC 1101 Biblical and Theological Reflection on the Practice of Ministry; FC 1102 Relational and Vocational Foundations of Ministry. Three hours. TA 1104 Theology of Suffering and Disability in the Context of Ministry In this course students will learn how to engage with ministerial challenges brought on by the problems of evil and suffering. Students will be equipped to encourage and empower congregants struggling with suffering and disability. Prerequisites: FC 1101 Biblical and Theological Reflection on the Practice of Ministry; FC 1102 Relational and Vocational Foundations of Ministry. Three hours. TRAUMA-INFORMED MINISTRY TR 1101 Understanding Trauma and Attachment An introduction to types of trauma, causes of trauma, how trauma is diagnosed, the effects of trauma on human development and behavior, attachment theory, and the role of attachment in fostering or healing trauma. Special attention will be given to understanding trauma and attachment from biblical and theological perspectives. Prerequisites: FC 1101 Biblical and Theological Reflection on the Practice of Ministry; FC 1102 Relational and Vocational Foundations of Ministry. Three hours. TR 1102 How People Grow Examines biblical and theological bases and the major theoretical models of human development and life span encompassing spiritual, cognitive, emotional, and physical growth and their interrelationship. Special attention is given to the roles of community and relationship with the Triune God and others in the growth process. Prerequisites: FC 1101 Biblical and Theological Reflection on the Practice of Ministry; FC 1102 Relational and Vocational Foundations of Ministry. Three hours. TR 1103 Leading Systems/Leading Change Helps students understand the nature of organizational culture and systems, the dynamics of change, and why so many people resist change. Students analyze how Christian organizations function as emotional systems and how systems respond to and are affected by change. The role conflict plays in change is examined along with the practical skills Christian leaders can use to become more effective in leading through conflict to bring effective change in the ministry contexts in which they serve. Prerequisites: FC