PM303 — Worship, Ordinances and Pastoral Responsibilities

Worship planning, baptism, the Lord’s Supper, pastoral visitation and ceremonies across Christian traditions.

Program: Certificate in Pastoral Ministry (non-accredited). Prerequisite: PM104 and PM201. Format: Self-paced written lessons, quizzes, and assignments. Note: This training does not confer academic credit, professional licensure, or ordination.

What You Will Learn

• Explain major biblical and theological principles relevant to the subject.
• Apply responsible interpretation and ethical reasoning to ministry situations.
• Produce written and practical work demonstrating ministry readiness.

Course Overview

Worship planning, baptism, the Lord’s Supper, pastoral visitation and ceremonies across Christian traditions.

This course contains 12 lessons, each with guided reading, reflection, a written assignment and four knowledge-check questions. Students should consult relevant biblical texts and credible references, and complete work in their own words.

Assessment

Complete all lessons and assignments; recommended minimum score: 70%. The program-wide final project is assessed separately in PM304.

Prerequisites

PM104 and PM201

Course Lessons

1. Biblical Theology of Worship
2. Designing a Worship Service
3. Scripture Reading and Public Prayer
4. Congregational Participation
5. Baptism Across Christian Traditions
6. The Lord’s Supper Across Traditions
7. Pastoral Visitation
8. Care at Funerals
9. Marriage Preparation and Legal Limits
10. Special Services and Seasons
11. Worship Team Collaboration
12. Planning a Complete Service