MIN 210 - Pastoral Care (3 credits)
Section outline
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Pastoral Care (3 credits)
Instructor: Henry Reyenga
Content Providers: Brian DeCook, Drew Brown, David Feddes
CLC Intern Teacher Assistant (Voluntary)
Alexander Uriel Duodu
Email: pastoralcaresupport@christianleaders.netOverview: This course discusses pastorally caring for others and strengthening your marriage. Whether you are married or not, this course discusses the spiritual principles of what makes a powerful kingdom partnership as a husband and wife become one spiritually, emotionally, and sexually. If you are married, it is recommended that your spouse participates in this course.
Course Outcomes:
- Develop character and ability to shepherd others on behalf of the Good Shepherd.
- Learn the biblical essentials of marriage.
- Cultivate health in one's own marriage (if married) and in the marriages of others.
- Improve listening skills, self-awareness, and healthy boundaries.
- Learn to deal wisely with conflict and live in the peace of Christ.
- Know how to minister to the sick in Jesus' name.
- Understand some of the major legal issues in pastoral care.
Assignments:View all online lectures and read all articles on each topic. Active engagement with course materials prior to attempting the quiz is required for each unit. If a resource is provided in multiple formats, simply choose whichever format best supports your learning. CLI’s system tracks your viewing history to determine meaningful engagement. Make sure you are logged into your student account when viewing or downloading the materials.
- Use the discussion forum to ask questions and exchange ideas with others.
Take the online quiz for each unit. You will have 45 minutes to answer 8-10 multiple-choice questions for each quiz. Each quiz covers the readings and video lectures for that unit. Once a quiz has started, you must finish it, and you cannot retake it.
Quizzes must be completed independently. The use of AI tools, search engines, other websites, or assistance from other individuals is prohibited.Quizzes are open-note. You may reference your own notes or any of the provided CLI course materials during the quiz. However, you should plan to study materials prior to attempting the quiz.Quiz Tip: First answer the questions you know. Then use your own notes or the provided CLI course materials to help answer any questions you are unsure about.3. At the end of the course, you will be invited to complete a brief Course Feedback Survey. Your feedback helps CLI evaluate the course and identify opportunities for improvement.
Course Forum
Each course forum is located near the beginning of the course, immediately before the first course-content section. The forum allows students to post course-related questions and comments for other currently enrolled students to view and discuss. You can also search previous posts to see whether your question or topic has already been addressed.
The forum is intended primarily for peer discussion and may not receive an immediate response. Questions or concerns requiring timely assistance should be directed to the Help Desk at helpdesk@christianleaders.net.
Grading Scale
A 93-100% A- 90-92% B+ 87-89% B 83-86% B- 80-82% C+ 77-79% C 73-76% C- 70-72% D+ 67-69% D 63-66% D- 60-62% F 0-59%
Students' final grade is based on the average of all required quizzes and assignments. Each graded activity is weighted equally unless otherwise stated. The single lowest quiz score will be excluded from the overall grade.
Your average for the course must be at least 60%. Otherwise, you will fail the class and will receive no credit.
Deadline
You have 180 days to finish the course. If you have not received a final grade for the course before your enrollment ends, you will be automatically unenrolled, you will receive an “Administrative Withdrawal” for the course on your transcript, and all coursework will be removed. You will have to start over and take the class again to receive credit.
To avoid potential administrative delays or additional fees, please complete all assignments at least three weeks before your enrollment end date.
If you believe you qualify for a two-week extension, as outlined in our Catalog policies, please contact the Help Desk at helpdesk@christianleaders.net as soon as possible, ideally at least three weeks before your enrollment end date.
Note: This course was formerly called "Pastoral Care and Marriage."
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Unit 1: Pastoral Care Starts with Listening
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Unit 2: Pastoral Care Helps People Know Who They Are
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Unit 3: Dealing with Conflict
Brian De Cook, President of Peacefire.net -
Unit 4: Dealing with Conflict II
"Three Things Every Conflict Firefighter Must Know" -
Unit 5: Teaching Healthy Boundaries in Your Life and in the Lives of Those in your Care
Dr. Drew Brown -
Unit 6: Developing Healthy Boundaries
Dr. Drew Brown -
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Unit 7: Marriage Essentials
Dr. David Feddes -
Unit 8: Marriage Health in your Church
Professor Henry Reyenga -
Unit 9: Marriage Sexuality
Professor Henry Reyenga -
Unit 10: Important Pastoral Care Topics
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Unit 11: Pastoral Care Legalities
Professor Brian De Cook-
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