here.<\/a><\/p>Program Outcomes for the GST<\/span><\/strong><\/p>Program Outcome 1: Christian Scriptures
<\/strong>Graduates will have knowledge of the content and theological shape of the Christian Scriptures (W)<\/strong><\/p>a)<\/strong> Comprehends the full range of biblical materials
b)<\/strong> Exercises sound critical exegetical practices
c)<\/strong> Critically evaluates scholarly views and traditional readings and applies them constructively in the interpretation of biblical texts
d) <\/strong> Exhibits theological discernment in the identification, evaluation, and synthesis of fundamental biblical themes<\/p>Program Outcome 2: Christian Tradition
<\/strong>Graduates will have knowledge of the major theological content, structures, and procedures of the Christian tradition (W, C)<\/strong><\/p>a)<\/strong> Analyzes and evaluates the key facts of the Christian tradition
b) <\/strong> Synthesizes a coherent understanding of the Gospel and the church\u2019s mission
c) <\/strong> Comprehends the major theological loci<\/em> of the Christian tradition and their interconnectedness with Christian faith and practice
d) <\/strong> Critically evaluates the fundamental theological differences among major Christian traditions
e)<\/strong> Analyzes and evaluates theological claims, formulations, and expressions in terms of their biblical, historical, philosophical, scientific, moral, and experiential dimensions<\/p>Program Outcome 3: <\/strong>Languages
<\/strong>Graduates will demonstrate competency in languages appropriate for their degree<\/p>Program Outcome 4: <\/strong>Identity
<\/strong>Graduates will have clarity in professional identity (S, W, C, M)<\/strong><\/p>a)<\/strong> Provides a discerning, coherent accounting of one\u2019s internal and external vocations and motivations to pursue ministry or other related fields
b) <\/strong> Focuses one\u2019s attitudes, behaviors, and disciplines to live in accordance with one\u2019s professional identity
c)<\/strong> Expresses a clear understanding of the relationship between one\u2019s professional identity and the life and mission of the church in the world
d) <\/strong> Honestly and critically evaluates one\u2019s own functioning in a professional role<\/p>Program Outcome 5: <\/strong>Communication
<\/strong>Graduates will have facility in critical thinking, analysis, and in oral and written communication (W)<\/strong><\/p>a) <\/strong> Skillfully gathers information, critically analyzing, synthesizing, and applying it
b) <\/strong> Critically analyzes arguments and evaluates claims
c)<\/strong> Applies appropriate methodology in formulating coherent theological proposals
d) <\/strong> In written and oral communication makes clear, concise proposals and constructs coherent arguments
e) <\/strong> In oral and written communication conveys ideas accurately and is consistently understandable in diverse settings and for various audiences<\/p>MDiv-Specific Outcomes<\/span><\/strong><\/p>MDiv Outcome 1:<\/strong> Contemporary Culture
<\/strong>Graduates will have the ability to integrate theology in contemporary cultural contexts (W, M)<\/strong><\/p>a)<\/strong> Critically interprets the role of historical and cultural contexts in the formation of theological perspectives
b) <\/strong> Discovers and analyzes the key elements of a cultural context, including congregations and a culture other than one\u2019s own
c) <\/strong> Constructs specific theological proposals that are in accordance with the purposes of God\u2019s Kingdom and appropriately suited to particular contexts
d)<\/strong> Formulates and begins to practice a coherent Christian engagement with secular culture and with different religions
e)<\/strong> Explains one\u2019s core theological commitments and applies them effectively to address the spiritual, ecclesial, ethical, and social issues of one\u2019s context
f) <\/strong> Exercises effective pastoral leadership, based on a clear understanding of a congregation\u2019s culture, in shaping the sacramental and symbolic life of the church in accordance with the contextualized practice of its mission
g)<\/strong> Implements practical theological proposals according to the needs of particular contexts, including multicultural and cross-cultural contexts
h)<\/strong> Effectively embodies the Gospel in ways that integrate theological insight with the competent interpretation of one\u2019s context
i) <\/strong> Facilitates a critical engagement between theological insights and other areas of knowledge and practice<\/p>MDiv Outcome 2:<\/strong> History
<\/strong>Graduates will have an awareness of the historical and contemporary beliefs and practices of the worldwide church, and the Stone-Campbell heritage in particular (W, C)<\/strong><\/p>a) <\/strong> Comprehends and evaluates the key figures, movements, and events of church history
b) <\/strong> Comprehends and evaluates the key beliefs and practices of contemporary global Christianity
c)<\/strong> Exhibits critical reflection on and mature respect for the historic and contemporary beliefs and practices of the\u00a0Stone-Campbell heritage (or one\u2019s own tradition)
d) <\/strong> Critically analyzes one\u2019s own theological and spiritual practices in relation to historic and contemporary\u00a0Christianity, especially that of the Stone-Campbell heritage (or one\u2019s own tradition)
e)<\/strong> Critically analyzes contemporary situations in light of historical knowledge and appropriately applies that\u00a0knowledge in ministerial practice<\/p>MDiv Outcome 3:<\/strong> Leadership
<\/strong>Graduates will have the ability to lead and equip the church for its various ministries (C, M)<\/strong><\/p>a) <\/strong> Employs critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making sufficient for ministerial effectiveness
b) <\/strong> Demonstrates the ability to lead the church in interpreting its context, discerning its mission, and evaluating its orientation to the purposes of God
c) <\/strong> Demonstrates the ability to lead the church in shaping its corporate identity and implementing God\u2019s vision in its context
d)<\/strong> Demonstrates the ability to teach, equip, and lead individuals of different ages and various levels of faith development
e) <\/strong> Exercises one\u2019s ministerial role in a way that constructively engages the polity of one\u2019s context
f) <\/strong> Works collaboratively with others
g)<\/strong> Skillfully manages conflict in a way that enables constructive transformation and peacemaking
h) <\/strong> Manages ministerial boundaries with maturity and wisdom<\/p>MDiv Outcome 4:<\/strong> Care of Souls
<\/strong>Graduates will have the capacity to exercise care of souls in fitting and compassionate ways (C, M)<\/strong><\/p>a) <\/strong>Treats others with respect and acts according to their best interests
b) <\/strong> Exhibits sensitive, caring, and skillful attention to the needs of those in crisis
c) <\/strong> Provides apt counsel, guidance, and practical instruction
d)<\/strong> Integrates the practice of skillful caregiving techniques with disciplined theological reflection<\/p>MDiv Outcome 5:<\/strong> Character
<\/strong>Graduates will demonstrate growth in Christian character essential for ministerial faithfulness and effectiveness (S, W, C, M)<\/strong><\/p>a) <\/strong>Conducts oneself in the manner of a Christian exemplar
b) <\/strong> Demonstrates healthy awareness of one\u2019s personality, behavior patterns, level of interpersonal effectiveness, and patterns of response to anxiety and conflict
c)<\/strong> Demonstrates commitment to conduct one\u2019s life out of a confessed Christian faith and exhibits the practices of discipleship
d)<\/strong> Demonstrates sustained participation in Christian community and constructive investment in its life
e) <\/strong> Takes honest responsibility for one\u2019s actions, habits, and growth, applying effective strategies and spiritual disciplines for achieving ongoing growth
f)<\/strong> Acts in a principled fashion so as to increase one\u2019s credibility and build trust\u2014with integrity, humility, dependability, and compassion
g) <\/strong> Discerningly receives criticism and takes initiative to change if necessary
h)<\/strong> Demonstrates commitment to the well-being of one\u2019s spouse and family<\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-213","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.acu.edu\/gstpathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/213","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.acu.edu\/gstpathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.acu.edu\/gstpathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.acu.edu\/gstpathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3578"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.acu.edu\/gstpathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=213"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.acu.edu\/gstpathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/213\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":939,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.acu.edu\/gstpathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/213\/revisions\/939"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.acu.edu\/gstpathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/212"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.acu.edu\/gstpathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=213"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}