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109 JM 650 World Poverty and Transformational Development This foundational overview course considers the complexities of the environment of poverty from a biblical and theological perspective. Informed by the serious study of socio-economic, cultural, political, and religious contexts, it also provides an academic understanding of the roots of world poverty and presents alternative views of how to create wealth in the poorest countries of the world. This broad comprehension of world poverty and development is fundamental for promoting social justice and transformation. Two hours. JM 655 Peacemaking as the Mission of God This course describes the multi-dimensional and comprehensive nature of God's peace purposes. It offers a biblical and theological framework for understanding peace and peacemaking as an integral part of the mission of God. There will be a strong emphasis on the integration of biblical teaching and experiential learning by actually engaging the peacemaking challenges of Metro Denver. Jeremiah's prophetic challenge to "seek the peace of the city" (Jer. 29:7) serves as the overall paradigm for the course. Two hours. JM 702: Capstone Practicum This course is a practical field-based learning experience required of all MA JM students. It is designed to offer practical vocational experience and skill learning in a mentored service context in order to better prepare for faithful and effective justice ministry. The course places students in contexts intended to complement and reinforce their academic training; enable an appreciation of the complexity of justice- focused organizations and the individuals who work in the field; and provide students with insights to guide their further development of knowledge and skills in the years ahead. The location, specific ministry role, and site-based mentor must be approved by the professor before the student is allowed to officially enroll in the course. Three hours. JM 590, 690 Studies in Justice and Mission These course numbers are reserved for courses of special or one-time interest that do not otherwise appear in the catalog. Two or three hours. JM 591, 691 Individualized Study in Justice and Mission These course numbers are reserved for courses that are designed to free the student for independent investigation in justice and mission under the guidance of a professor. One to three hours. LEADERSHIP The leadership program focuses on developing, equipping and encouraging men and women to be effective leaders in the body of Christ. Embracing church, parachurch, and cross-cultural contexts of ministry, the department challenges students to broaden their ministry perspectives. Students are taught to understand and develop their own leadership style as well as to develop their own philosophy of leadership and ministry based upon solid theological, philosophical and leadership principles. Students personalize their curriculum by choosing classes from various specialized areas of ministry, focusing on their personal and professional development.