CLASSES
Fall 2026 Classes
All classes can be taken on the Gering Campus or through Summit Bridge.
NOTE: Courses with prerequisites apply to degree seeking students only
7:30am - 8:50am
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Homiletics - MMN2103
J. McKean
Tuesdays and Thursdays
An introduction to the theory and practice of preaching, providing students with experience in the preparation and presentation of messages.
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Prophetic Themes of the Old Testament - BOT4503
A. Prohs
Tuesdays and Thursdays
This course focuses on the nature of Old Testament prophecy, the common characteristics of the prophets, and their messages.
Pastoral Epistles - BNT4503
D. Robinson
Tuesdays and Thursdays
A detailed study of I and II Timothy and Titus, emphasizing the historical background and present-day application for the church and ministry.​
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Composition and Grammar I - ENG1103
L. Seilsted
Wednesdays and Fridays
A study of basic sentence structure, conventional American English usage, and construction of logical thought units, including practice in writing paragraphs and longer compositions.
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Perspectives in Worldviews - PHI1103
D. Hulsey
Wednesdays and Fridays
An introductory course of worldview with a heavy emphasis on the Christian worldview and how it differs from deism, naturalism, post-modernism, Hinduism, and Islam.​​
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Adolescent Education - MCE3423
A. Grant
Wednesdays and Fridays
An examination of the characteristics and needs of the adolescent, together with the approaches necessary for effective teaching of adolescence. Prerequisite: MCE1103
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9:30am - 10:50am
Life of Christ I - BNT1203
J. McKean
Tuesdays and Thursdays
A study of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ from before creation through his Galilean ministry as presented in the synoptic Gospels. The course will give special attention to the birth narratives in Matthew and Luke, Jesus’ miracles, and his teachings as presented in the Sermon on the Mount.
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Reformation History - HIS2403
A. Grant
Tuesdays and Thursdays
An in-depth study of the causal factors (issues, events, personalities, viewpoints, etc.) of the Protestant and Catholic reformations in Western Europe from the 15th century through the 18th century.
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Ministry with Youth - MMN3403
A. Dyson
Tuesdays and Thursdays
A study of current approaches to ministry with youth in which the roles of those working with youth are examined and youth program plans are developed.​
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Logos in Use - MMN1103
A. Prohs
Wednesdays and Fridays
An introduction to the tools and features of the Logos Bible software, enabling students to use it for Bible study, research, and presentations.​
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Principles of Interpretation - BGN2103
J. McKean
Wednesdays and Fridays
An introduction to principles and methods used in the interpretation and application of the Bible.
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Apologetics - PHI3203
L. Leatherman
Wednesdays and Fridays
An examination of the philosophical and logical bases of the Christian faith, evidences of the divine nature of the Christian faith, and the challenge given to that faith by the philosophical climate of contemporary society.
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11:00am - 11:50am
Introduction to Christian Education - MCE1103
A. Grant
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
An examination of the role and function of the education program of the Church. A foundational course for all others in Christian education.
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Teaching and Preaching from the Old Testament - MMN4303
A. Prohs
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
To equip students to preach the various sections of the Old Testament by giving them the knowledge necessary to discover the relevance of the text and the life-changing message for Christians today. The course will focus on how the Old Testament text can be interpreted in light of its genre and context and our world today, and how to move from exegesis to exposition, from text to sermon. Prerequisite: MMN2103.
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Chapel - CHP1010-4040
A. Prohs
Wednesdays
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12:00pm - 12:50pm
Mentored Ministry - The Meditation of a Christian Leader - MMN4303
L. Leathermon
Wednesdays
The Mentored Ministry courses are the for-credit courses of the Mentored Ministry Program. The Program is a “hands-on” focused, practical dimension of Summit Christian College’s academic program. It is designed to integrate academic exercise with practical ministry in an observable and evaluative environment, enabling the student to develop through various ministry activities. Mentored Ministry courses MMM2111-MMM3221 provide additional spiritual enrichment and development by examining the following four topics.
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MMM2111 – The Heart of a Christian Leader
MMM2121 – The Prayer of a Christian Leader
MMM3211 – The Meditation of a Christian Leader
MMM3221 – The Purity of a Christian Leader
6:00pm - 8:40pm
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Introduction to Counseling - CSL3103
T. Grant
Wednesdays and Fridays
A consideration of the principles of various counseling theories and their application to human problems from the perspective of the pastoral ministry. Prerequisite: PSY2103.
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Financial Management - MAT2103
M. Merhing
Tuesdays
A study of practical financial methods to assist in personal and non-profit applications, including simple accounting, budgeting, the ethics of finance, and various aspects of managing a non-profit organization.
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Romans - BNT4313
J. McKean
Tuesdays
An in-depth study of the epistle, with emphasis given to Paul’s teachings on the Law vs. Grace and the relationship between Jews and Gentiles in the church.
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Old Testament Survey I - BOT1103
A. Prohs
Thursdays
An overview of the Old Testament, with a brief examination of the content of each book set in historical perspective, to introduce the student to the major themes and events and give a foundation for other Old Testament studies.​​
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Mentored Ministry Program
​Christian Involvement - MMM1110-4220
Last Thursday of the month on Short Schedule
Christian Involvement courses are the non-credit hour courses of the Mentored Ministry Program. The Program is a “hands-on” focused, practical dimension of Summit Christian College’s academic program. It is designed to integrate academic exercise with practical ministry in an observable and evaluative environment, enabling the student to develop through various ministry activities.
Communications
​Communication Concepts - COM2103
York College
ONLINE - 8 weeks
An introduction to the key concepts and guiding principles necessary for effective presentations. Topics include purpose, audience, credibility, logistics, content, organization, and performance.