Home | About Us | Programs | Catalog | Schedule | Enrollment | Faculty | Testimonies | FAQ | Affiliates | Links | Bookstore | Search | Contact/Support Us

Worship Arts Conservatory Course Schedule

Click on course name to view course description

go to top

Note: The Worship Arts Conservatory retains the right to make changes to courses or course schedules without prior notice.

Worship Arts Conservatory Course Catalog

Click here to download a copy of our complete catalog. (You will need Adobe Acrobat to view it.)
Or browse the course descriptions shown below.

We provide online courses in the following areas:  Biblical Studies (BS), Religious Arts (RA), Religious Studies (RS), and Theological Studies (TS).

Biblical Studies

BS 200 - The Lifestyle of the Worshiper    
In this course we investigate a series of biblical studies on the history and lifestyles of musicians and singers throughout Bible times. It is designed to challenge us by noting the standard that was required in every area of their lives, from musical abilities to personal devotion. Through this understanding, we desire personal challenge towards excellence in ministry, private devotion and personal holiness.

BS 250 - The Tabernacle of David
This course examines the historical background and significance of the Davidic tabernacle, worship in David's tabernacle, the life of the singer and musician in David's tabernacle, and what it means to be born in Zion. This course also explores the Davidic Covenant.

BS 210 - Theology of the Psalms     
A study of the Book of Psalms with special attention given to the literary forms of the Psalms, their setting within the historical experience of the nation of Israel and their contemporary application within the Church.

Religious Arts

RA 100 - Priority of Praise from A Pastor’s Perspective  (New course under development)

RA 135 - Worship Leading
This course covers a wide variety of topics: personal preparation for worship, the role of the worship leader, the prophetic anointing in worship, the moods and flow of the Holy Spirit in worship, keys to effective worship leading, building an effective worship team, building an effective worship service, introducing new songs, the leader as  servant, the communication skills needed to lead worship, and the visual presentation of the worship leader and the worship service.

RA 171 - Biblical Basis for the Arts: A Survey of Western Art
This course examines the Biblical basis for Art, as well as the history of music and the arts from the time of the early church until the present era, and its relevance for the 21st century Church. The curriculum is designed to provide an historical summary of the development of Western art and culture as well as a philosophical and theological perspective.

RA 177 - History of Western  Music and Arts (New course under development)

RA 240 - Hymns and Psalms in Worship Renewal
In this course, students survey the development of Christian congregational song in the Western church, including Psalms, Greek and Latin hymns, Reformation hymnody, Evangelical hymns and gospel songs, and contemporary praise and worship choruses. Exposure to this wide variety of congregational song from various historical periods will enrich the student's own worship experience as well as provide a broad foundation for developing a worship repertory in the local church.

RA 255 - Prophetic Use of the Arts
This course explores the valuable connection between the Spiritual gift of prophecy and the arts. Students learn how the arts, used under a godly anointing, can be employed as a principal medium for ministering God’s grace and life for the purpose of engaging the saints. Students explore the prophetic use of arts—including the visual arts, mime, music and dance—in a variety of artistic settings, while examining the special challenges involved with using the potent and enduring metaphors of symbol, gesture and image in a prophetic context to explore and reveal the person of Christ.

RA 260 - Music Composition and Arranging
This course introduces students to worship songwriting, as well as arranging and orchestration of congregational worship music. Students are familiarized with copyright law and music publishing, with special emphasis on the needs of the local church and the worship songwriter. Successful worship choruses and hymns are analyzed, and students are required to complete at least one original worship song.

RA 270 - Fine Arts Department - Vision and Administration
Recognition of Arts Administration as an essential ministry is a recent development. This is a practical course on how to establish and develop a Fine Arts Department in the local church with a vision that is particular, customized, and relevant to the local ministry. Study in this course examines practices and strategies for nonprofit arts organizations and their effective management and leadership.

RA 277—History of Western Music & Art
A continuation of RA171, this course offers further detailed study into the art of the Western world as well as analysis of the worldview associated with this art that has offered a constant portrayal and focus on Jesus Christ that has lasted through the centuries.

RA 295 - Developing a Christian Philosophy of Art
It is time for God's people to be on the cutting edge of creative expression of all kinds and for God's redemptive work to extend throughout the arts today. In this course we study predominant philosophies of art and culture through the ages that have either helped or hindered the effective use of the arts in worship. Each student is expected to develop a Biblically-centered philosophy of art that accommodates and facilitates the use of the arts in personal and corporate expression.

 

Religious Studies

RS 100 - Attitudes of Excellence     (New course under development)

RS 110 - Worship in the Current Culture
This is a study of contemporary trends in worship ministry with a focus on training students to temper the expression of their own cultural, generational and artistic influences with the theological perspective of Biblical worship patterns. The primary goal of this course is to help the worship leader ensure that no community or subculture feels excluded from significant worship in the local church. Students are instructed and inspired to make a way for all generations and cultures to see the fulfillment of God’s destiny and purpose for them through the ministry of worship.

RS 151 - The Presence of God
This course teaches the principles of God’s presence. It gives practical application as well as a spiritual approach to the presence of God. Students engage in study designed to challenge them to have a passion for God and personal holiness.

RS 170 - Biblical Exegesis and Research (New course under development)

RS 180 - Foundations for Leadership
This course teaches leadership skills for working with small groups. Topics include mentoring, conflict resolution, leadership styles, and professional development. Students conduct group and independent research on leadership in effective ministries.  Students collaborate to create and share their own vision for fresh and relevant Christian leadership in the 21st century.

RS 240 - Worship, Prayer and Meditation
This course focuses on the challenges of spiritual growth as it relates to devotional practices of worship, prayer and meditation. It offers grounding in the principles and practices of prayer so students may gain the confidence and skills necessary to offer spiritual support to a congregation in a ministerial capacity. Topics include the quality, types and demands of prayer; worship and meditation; and the awesome power that these elements contribute to our spiritual lives and effective ministry.

RS 265 - Worship in Relation to Missions and World Evangelism
This course is designed to impart a Biblical understanding of spiritual warfare and the powerful purpose of art, music, and worship in the nations and among the lost. Students will uncover the issues of ethnocentric ministry, spiritual strongholds, indigenous cultures, spiritual discernment and regional ministry.

RS 270 - Engaging Youth in Worship
This course provides an overview of learning styles and instructional techniques for imparting the heart of worship to children and youth—how to involve them in worship, the gifts of the Spirit and the arts. Students will learn how to implement formal worship activities as well as social/recreational events for youth in church ministry.

RS 280 - Ministry Ethics
Ministers for Christ have a high calling. This course is designed to enhance our personal character as ministers. Topics for this course include clarity about ethics and morality, models of Christian ethical decision making, and stewardship and the Christian ethic.
 

Theological Studies

TS 100 - Theological Survey of Worship
This course uncovers the history of both the attitudes toward worship and the theology of worship across a spectrum of church traditions. It provides a comprehensive study of the ancient words for praise and worship found in the Old and New Testaments and enables students to formulate their own theological foundations for worship. The names of God, and the revelation of God in worship through His names, are explored in depth.

TS 150 - Introduction to Theology for Worshipers    
This course is designed to cover the foundations of the doctrines and theology of God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We are interested in the systematic gathering and presenting of the scriptural facts concerning God’s existence, His character, His nature, His works, His ways, His attributes, and His names, and how these affect our worship and personal devotion.

TS 180 - History of Christian Worship
This course familiarizes the student with worship forms used in both liturgical and free church traditions. Beginning with the roots of Christian worship in the Jewish Temple and Synagogue, students study the development of the liturgy in the early church, the influence of the various Reformation traditions, and the impact of Revivalism upon current worship practices. Special attention is given to the current renewal of Biblical worship practices throughout the church and integration of various worship forms in the local church.

TS 200 - Prophetic Worship
This course examines the theology and practice of prophetic worship. Students engage in discussion of the priorities and possibilities of worship, while establishing a prophetic foundation to enrich their own worship experience and ignite a passion for the presence of God.

TS 210 - Prophetic Song         
This course is a study of the prophetic song as found in the Old and New Testaments. Participants in this course will study:

• An overview of the key Hebrew and Greek words for song
   
• The importance of singing in the Bible and the place of the prophetic song throughout the Word.
   
• Different themes of the prophetic song as found in Scripture
   
• Some key principles in training and releasing the prophetic song in their own lives and in the lives of others
   
• The theology of the prophetic song

TS 240 - The Role of the Congregation in Worship      
Through this course we will discover what the Lord Himself requires of His servants, the holy, royal priests of God. He has not only called each of us to minister to Him in our personal lives but also through congregational participation, which will be examined through the duration of this course.

TS 280 - Observing Sacred Time: A Theology For Worshipers     
The I AM—the Alpha and the Omega—ordained time from beginning (Gen 1:1) to end (Rev 22:13). Just as the God of the universe is attentive to our individual lives, the God of eternity reduces that vastness into the specifics of our lives. In His interaction with humanity God separated night from day and rest from work. He ordained festival observances to be perpetuated from generation to generation. This course will look at sacred time and what that means for us as worshipers. Students will read informative lectures, participate in relevant discussion and develop their own personal theology of time.
 

go to top

Copyright 2010 The Worship Arts Conservatory
info @ worshiparts.org