PM304 — Pastoral Ministry Capstone and Field Practice

Integrate theological knowledge and practical skills through a portfolio, case analysis and supervised or mentor-reviewed project.

Program: Certificate in Pastoral Ministry (non-accredited). Prerequisite: PM101–PM303. 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

Integrate theological knowledge and practical skills through a portfolio, case analysis and supervised or mentor-reviewed project.

This course contains 16 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

PM101–PM303

Course Lessons

1. Setting Capstone Goals
2. Reviewing Biblical Foundations
3. Integrating Theology and Ministry
4. Choosing a Ministry Context
5. Conducting a Needs Assessment
6. Ethical Risk Assessment
7. Preparing a Sermon Portfolio
8. Pastoral Care Case Analysis
9. Designing a Discipleship Activity
10. Preparing an Outreach Plan
11. Building a Ministry Budget
12. Writing a Safeguarding Plan
13. Mentor Consultation
14. Implementing or Simulating a Project
15. Evaluating Ministry Outcomes
16. Final Portfolio and Reflection