U190 Basics of Church Administration

Course Overview

U190 Basics of Church Administration is a comprehensive course designed to equip church leaders, administrators, and lay workers with the essential skills required to manage the day-to-day and long-term operations of a local church. Moving beyond simple management, this course explores the intersection of spiritual mission and organizational structure. Students will examine historical and modern leadership models, financial stewardship, legal compliance, and conflict resolution. By integrating biblical principles with professional administrative standards, this course prepares students to build a church environment that is legally sound, financially responsible, and spiritually vibrant.

Course Outline

1. Section 1: Introduction to Church Administration
2. Section 2: Leadership Models of the Church (Transformative, Servant, and Contextual Leadership)
3. Section 3: Accountability within the Leadership (Transparency, Mechanisms, and Ethical Standards)
4. Section 4: Basic Documentation and Reporting (Accuracy, Techniques, and Innovative Tools)
5. Section 5: Managing Finances in the Local Church (Budgeting, Stewardship, and Ethical Fundraising)
6. Section 6: Understanding Five-Fold Ministry (Biblical Foundations, Implementation, and Modern Interpretations)
7. Section 7: Measuring Ministry Impact and Outcome (Goal Setting, Evaluation, and Innovative Assessment Tools)
8. Section 8: Maintaining the Unity of Faith Within the Church (Priesthood of Believers, Conflict Resolution, and Shared Vision)
9. Section 9: Role of Church in the Community (Outreach Programs, Collaborating with Organizations, and Sustainable Development)
10. Section 10: Local Church and Legal Implications (Legal Structures, Risk Management, and Innovative Legal Solutions)