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Communications 1 (2PT508) Reformed Theological Seminary, Orlando Florida Fall 2009, Thursday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Instructor: Larry Kirk Reformed Theological Seminary, Orlando Florida E-mail address:[email protected] Phone Number:(386) 238-1956 1. INTRODUCTION TO THE CLASS: COMMUNICATIONS 1 (2PT508) Course description. This course helps serve the core values of developing a mind for truth, a heart for God, and a commitment to servant leadership by addressing communication in pastoral ministry with an emphasis on preaching philosophy and style, textual exposition, and sermon structure. Written and oral, verbal and non-verbal communication issues will be addressed. Course distinctives. This is not primarily a course on the philosophy of preaching but rather a practical introduction to the task of preaching in particular and of public speaking in general. Because of its introductory nature certain standards of sermon preparation and construction will be taught in this class. These standards should be considered foundational and not universal. There is more than one right way or style with which to approach the task of preaching and public speaking. However students in this course will be held accountable to learn the standards and principles taught in this course. (M.A. students may prefer the terms “message” or “talk” to “sermon” and “speaking” to “preaching.”). Course objectives. Knowing. To understand the biblical and theological principles of homiletics To understand basic sermon components and their functions To understand the fundamentals of sermon preparation and delivery To understand the priority and practice of Christ-centered preaching To understand the specific challenges of preaching in the present culture Being. Increased confidence in preparing and delivering Christ-centered expository sermons Deepening commitment to and experience of Christ-centered life and ministry Clear conviction of the power and importance of Christ-centered preaching Increased sensitivity to the issue cultural as it relates to effective preachingDoing. Increased competence in public speaking in general and sermon delivery in particular. Increased ability to construct and deliver biblically sound, culturally relevant, Christ- centered sermons. Required Reading. Chapell, Bryan, Christ-Centered Preaching: Redeeming The Expository Sermon 2nd edition. Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 2005. Piper, John. The Supremacy Of God In Preaching. Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 1990. Selections from Keller, Tim. Preaching The Gospel In A Post-Modern World. Dr. Keller has given permission for the use of certain course material from the Doctor of Ministry course by the same name. This material will be available in the RTS bookstore for members of this class. Other readings may be recommended or required during the course of the class. A specific reading schedule will be assigned for Chapel and Keller. Students may read Piper on their own schedule but must complete the book by the end of the semester. Reading reports will be required for Chapell, Piper, and Keller and may be required for some selected articles. Class Plan 1. The class will consist of reading assignments, class lectures and small group exercises conducted during class time. Regular quizzes will be given on the assigned readings and may also be given on class lecture material. 2. As important sermon components and principles of sermon preparation are discussed, students will also be required to participate in a variety of activities designed to strengthen their understanding and equip them to be better communicators. Homework assignments and small group exercises will augment the class lectures and the required reading. Performance and participation in these exercises will contribute to a significant portion of the class grade. 3. The class schedule below gives the class plan, assignments and due dates. The schedule is subject to change. Adjustments to the class schedule will be announced in class. Course Requirements And Grading. 1. Complete Reading Assignments As Scheduled. 2. Attendance and diligence. Semester grade reductions will occur as a result of late or unprepared assignments, excessive absences or tardiness, and failure to complete assigned reading as scheduled. 3. Quizzes on Chapel and Class lectures 35% of final grade 4. Written Assignments And Class exercises 35% of final grade 5. Reading reports. 10% of final grade 6. Completed Sermon Project Manuscript (see description to follow) 20% of final grade Total 100% Reading ReportsThe reading reports will be required for Chapell, Piper, and Keller. The reading reports must follow the “Reading Report Guidelines” provided by the professor. Class Exercises Participation in Class exercises is mandatory and will constitute a significant portion of the class. Many of the exercises will take place in small groups, which will be assigned by the professor. When written assignments are required for a class exercise they must be typed and must strictly conform the criteria of the assignment as given by the professor. When small group assignments require oral presentations each group member must participate in both presentations and evaluation. Main Point Exercises For all main point assignments, your manuscript must conform to the following criteria, in addition to the criteria previously given on the evaluation forms and assignment description. • Your paper must be single-spaced and you must use a 12-point font. • Your full name must be at the top right hand corner of the paper. • Immediately under your name at the top of the paper give your complete sermon outline including proposition, main points and sub points. • Immediately after the outline state the point you are developing, in all caps, and bold typeface. Be sure to use a full sentence that makes a complete statement that is a universal truth, an application to life of both. • Immediately after stating the point place it and prove it from the text of Scripture writing out the text and not just the references. • Expound that point from the text by using sub points if warranted and being sure to both illustrate it and apply it to life. Write out all supporting verses just as you would say them with transitions etc. Do not just give references. •


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