Our theology degree often covers many ‘ologies’. But we wanted to highlight some different topics posed to our students at our latest academic conference to give you a glimpse into both the theory and practice of our degree.
Have you ever really thought about your Bible translation…or even cared? That was one of the topics our Year One students covered as they started to wrestle with studying the Bible and the different approaches. Covering the history, intentions and implications of different Bible translations over the years the students have been able to build a steady foundation for their future studies. With such an ecumenical community there is a wide breadth of views and we love growing together as a community whilst we grapple with the Word and strengthen each other in our understanding of it.
Is confidence key to leading others, or is that missing the point? The topic of leading teams was one of the more practical modules the Year Two students discussed this September. Analysing different team models, the students were able to discuss and troubleshoot theories and relate these to their own work placements. Directing those older than you, the subtle differences between paid and volunteer workers, and team growth are some of the aspects of leadership that our students discuss as they look to build a cohesive team within their ministries. This topic has proved to be a favourite of many alumni over the years, and we see its importance growing as churches increasingly struggle to create and grow youth teams.
‘Dissertation’ was the word of the week for our Year Threes as they all begin to discern their chosen research project for the year. In collaboration with ForMission College and Reign Ministries staff, lots of time was given to the individuals to help them flesh out their thoughts and questions concerning their research ideas. The process will then begin to further refine their research questions and then assign relevant staff and lecturers to help supervise them throughout the year. Past subjects have included: exploring the impact of the pandemic on children and youth provision, the role of the Holy Spirit within youth ministry, how to engage with a local LGBTQ+ community, and appropriateness of models of discipleship.
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Categories: Youth Ministry Degree Course
Updated: 28 Mar 2024 | Posted by: Charlie Morris
Hi everyone! I am Jamie Gurling and I started studying at Reign this year. I am 19 and from Glasgow in Scotland. I left high school in 2022 and I thought the next step was obvious, to go straight into further education, just the same as everyone else. So, I followed the norm, moved city […]
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Updated: 18 May 2023 | Posted by: Charlie Morris
As a ministry we have been reviewing how we deliver the degree progamme in a way that fits both our vision and DNA, whilst still providing quality training for the next generation of disciple-making leaders. From September 2023 we implemented some changes and we are excited to see how God is going to lead us […]
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Updated: 26 Apr 2023 | Posted by: Charlie Morris
“Jesus went up on a mountainside and called to him those he wanted, and they came to him. He appointed twelve – designating them apostles – that they might be with him and that he might send them out…” (Mark 3.13-14) Where do I start? I had just started my first real ministry role in […]
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Updated: 29 Mar 2023 | Posted by: Charlie Morris
Is Bigger Better? The bigger your youth group, the better, right? We get a special energy from the buzz of a crowd. We believe that when we’re connected to more people we’re able to have more impact. But is this really the case in youth ministry? Most of us have the feeling that this approach […]
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Updated: 22 Feb 2023 | Posted by: kmckinnon
If you were to attend one of our Expand Training Experiences you will hear our team talk about discipleship. That’s because it is the foundational to who Reign Ministries is. During our Expand: Online training you will learn the tools to help you be effective in your discipleship of young people. Watch the video below […]
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Updated: 8 Feb 2023 | Posted by: Charlie Morris
Where Is God Calling Me? I have a calling to youth ministry. But 30 years ago – I had no idea! I remember sitting in a marquee at a Christian music festival as a teenager, listening to a speaker talking about ‘Hearing God’s Call’. This was something I was wrestling with, so I figured that […]
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Updated: 8 Apr 2025 | Posted by: Charlie Morris
Exciting news! Reign Ministries is excited to announce we have a new college we are linking with for an undergraduate degree! Moorlands College will be the new home for our degree students from September. For over 20 years, Reign Ministries has played a key role in the development of a youth pathway for an undergraduate […]
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Updated: 24 Mar 2025 | Posted by: Charlie Morris
Learning from those that have gone before you. “What has been will be again, what has been done will be done again; there is nothing new under the sun.” writes the wise King Solomon in Ecclesiastes. He saw that life can sometimes resemble a treadmill, where history simply repeats itself and continues in a loop. […]
Read moreUpdated: 16 Dec 2024 | Posted by: Charlie Morris
After a few years of considering this move, the trustees and leadership have decided the time is right to try and sell the building we affectionately know as “the moto” (in it’s former life it was a motorcycle sales and repair shop). This building has served the charity well over many years, as a base […]
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