STMM 554 - Fostering Communities of Faith

3 credit hours

Grounded in theological understanding of the nature of Christian community, students learn and apply theories of group dynamics. Class sessions dedicate significant time to group processes that engage students in practicing skills of: facilitation, participation, observation and diagnosis of major forces affecting a group’s functioning. Students identify their leadership styles and develop skills to include diverse participants. Prerequisites: STMM 553, STMM 560.