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ANAHEIM DISTRICT MINISTERIAL TRAINING CENTER

SYLLABUS: PAS-3023 - Pastoral Care and Counseling

PROFESSOR: Dr. Mike Boswith

COURSE PAS-3023 - Pastoral Care and Counseling 3 Semester Hours Credit

PHONE: Wk 714-847-3050 Email: mboswith@hbcc.org

Location: Huntington Be4ach Community Church 8101 Slater Ave HB CA 92647

Times: 7- 11PM Tuesday March 1 through May 3rd

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This is a course dealing with principles of psychological and biblical counseling, providing ministry to the physically, spiritually, and emotionally ill. This study is integrated with other more traditional aspects of pastoral care. Self-understanding and listening skills are emphasized, as well as religious resources and exercises such as Scripture, prayer, and openness and obedience to the inner direction of the Holy Spirit is emphasized.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The following are competencies for Ordination Course of Study which are achieved by this course:

1. Ability to appropriately express pastoral care and concern for individuals and families in crises, passages, and the normal routines of life. (CP-14)

2. Ability to offer spiritual counseling and to discern for referral counseling needs beyond the minister’s ability. (CP-13)

3. Ability to apply the knowledge of basic counseling gained from historic Christian and appropriate contemporary models. (CP-16)

4. Ability to describe and apply personal communication skills, nurturing relationships, conflict resolution skills for marriage and family. (CH-13)

COURSE PROFESSOR

Dr. Mike Boswith: Psy.D., American Behavioral Studies Institute, 2000; MA (Theology), Trevecca Nazarene University, 1989; BA (Religious Studies), Trevecca Nazarene University, 1985; AS (Physical Science), University of the State of New York Regents, 1982. Pastor, Church of the Nazarene, 1988-Present, Associate Pastor, Church of the Nazarene 1985-1988. United States Navy, 1976-1983

COURSE TEXTBOOKS

Required Text Books: estimated at a cost of $105.00

1. Dayringer, Richard. The Heart of Pastoral Counseling. New York: Haworth Press, 1998. ISBN: 0789004216

$6.00 http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0310520517/ref=tmm_pap_used_olp_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1295487242&sr=1-1&condition=used

2. Kollar, Charles Allen. Solution-Focused Pastoral Counseling. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1997. ISBN: 0310213460

$13.59 http://www.amazon.com/Solution-Focused-Pastoral-Counseling-Charles-Kollar/dp/0310213460/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1295487191&sr=1-1

3. Collins, Gary. Christian Counseling: A Comprehensive Guide. Dallas: Word, 1988. ISBN: 084993124X

$21.75 http://www.amazon.com/Christian-Counseling-3rd-Revised-Updated/dp/1418503290/ref=pd_luc_sim_00_04_t_lh

4. Petersen, Bruce L. Foundations of Pastoral Care. Kansas City: Beacon Hill, 2007.

$26.72http://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Pastoral-Care-Bruce-Petersen/dp/0834123053/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1295487316&sr=1-1

5. Clinton, Timothy and George Ohlschlager. Competent Christian Counseling, Volume 1.

WaterBrook Press, 2002 ISBN 1-57856-517-0

$26.36http://www.amazon.com/Competent-Christian-Counseling-One-Compassionate/dp/1578565170/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1295487393&sr=1-1

6. Ward, Charles G. (Editor). The Billy Graham Christian Worker's Handbook: A Topical

Guide with Biblical Answers to the Urgent Concerns of Our Day .ISBN 089066272X

$8.00http://www.amazon.com/Billy-Graham-Christian-Workers-Handbook/dp/089066272X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1295487516&sr=1-1

RECOMMENDED

1. Benner, David G. Strategic Pastoral Counseling. Baker Book House, 1992.

ISBN: 0801010276

2. Dillon, David. Short-Term Counseling. Word Books, 1992.

ISBN: 0849907756

3. Clinebell, Howard. Basic Types of Pastoral Counseling. Abingdon Press, 1984.

ISBN: 0687024927

4. Gerkin, Charles V. An Introduction to Pastoral Care. Nashville: Abingdon, 1997.

5. Hitner, Seward. Pastoral Counseling. Abingdon Press, 1969.

ISBN: 0687303176

6. Hurding, Roger. The Tree of Healing: Psychological and Biblical Foundations.

Zondervan, 1991. ISBN: 0310251419

7. Langford, Daniel. The Pastor’s Family. Haworth Pastoral Press, 1998.

ISBN: 07890058598.

8. Miller, William R. and Jackson, Kathleen. A Practical Psychology for Pastors.

2nd ed. Prentice Hall, 1994. ISBN: 0131718290

9. Oates, Wayne. The Presence of God in Pastoral Counseling. Word Books, 1986.

ISBN: 0849904757

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

I WILL NOT ACCEPT LATE WORK

1. Attend: Attendance is mandatory.

Attend all class sessions 1000 points

Attend 9 class sessions 800 points

Attend 8 class sessions 600 points

Attend Less Than 8 class and you will have to retake the class.

2..Read the texts the week BEFORE the day of the assignments when they are due to be

discussed. There are 35 chapters that you are required to read,

Read 35 chapters for 1000 points

Read 29-34 chapters for 900 points

Read 24-28 chapters for 800 points

Read 19-23 chapters for 600 points

Read less than 19 chapters for Zero points.

I will count the chapter as read as you submit your Big Idea paragraph for the

chapter.

3. Write Big Idea Paragraph For Each Chapter (3500 possible points)

A “big idea” is what you think the author would want you to walk away with regarding

what he/she wrote. This is not an exercise in listing the subtitles in the chapter. Narrow down the author’s presentation into one important thoughts, or “big idea.” Then write a short paragraph to express that big idea.

It may be helpful to imagine that you are responsible for teaching the material in the

assigned text. What would you deem the most important concepts of the chapter

to be. One would assume that your choice will differ from your cohorts.

Rubric: 100 points

Topic sentence 20 pts

Three to Five supporting sentences 20 pts

Concluding sentence 20 pts

Content 40pts [Content refers to the big idea you pulled from the reading]

Papers are to be Times New Roman, Font 14 double spaced.

4.. Role Play: In a role play there will be two participants, Counselor and Counselee. During the

course you must full fill each role at least once. Vignettes will be given to you just before

you begin your “counseling session.” Each session 100 points.

5. Reflection: The films chosen for this course depict various persons that a pastoral counselor may encounter. The purpose of the assignment is for the student to express how a characters or situation in the film give you insight into how you might go about caring for that individual.

Rubric: 100 points

Topic sentence 20 pts

Three to Five supporting sentences 20 pts

Concluding sentence 20 pts

Content 40pts

a. identify the character or situation.

b. identify the presenting problem

c. identify your caring strategy

d. state a prognosis.

Papers are to be Times New Roman, Font 14 double spaced.

Pre-Course Reading: ~42 pages

a. Clinton: Prologue pp.1-10

b. Petersen: Chapter 16 The Pastors Personal Life pp.275-298

c. Dayringer: Chapter 3 Initiating the process of Counseling pp. 47-56

Session 1 March 1

Introduction to the course.

Lecture: a. Ed Hindson, D.Phil. “Using The Bible and Relying on the Holy Spirit in

Counseling.

b. Glenn Wagner, PhD. “Living the Life: Pursuing After God’s Heart with All

Your Heart”

Introduction to Role Play

Role Play: Initiating the process of Counseling

Tid Bits: Consent For Counseling and Release of Information Form

Movie: Bend it Like Beckham (2003) family conflict

Home Work: Reading (~69 pages) and Big Idea Paragraphs for the following:

a. Clinton: Chapter 1 Christian Counseling and Compassionate Soul Care pp.11-35

b. Dayringer: Chapter 4 Using The Pastoral Role pp. 57-62

c. Petersen: Chapter 15 The Pastor’s Character and Conduct pp.253-274

d. Dayringer: Chapter 6&7 Observing and Listening; Communication pp. 77-96

Reflection paragraph on Bend it Like Beckham

Session 2 March 8

Reflection Presentation

Big Idea Class Presentation and Discussion

Lecture: Diane Langberg, PhD. “When Life Doesn’t Make Sense: Facing Evil, Sin and

Suffering”

Role Play: Observing and Listening—Initial Evaluation of Parishioners needs

Tid Bits: Initial Information Form and Biblical References for Common Problems

Movie Delores Claiborne (Borderline Personality Disorder, Child Sexual Abuse)

This move is rated R

Home Work: Reading (~51 pages) and Big Idea Paragraphs for the following:

a. Clinton: Chapter 5 Roots of Spirituality: Spiritual Formation in Scripture, the

Church, and Counseling pp.117-139

b. Petersen: Chapter 6 Pastoral Care as Shepherding pp. 83-98

c. Dayringer: Chapter 10 The Use of Christian Resources pp. 105-110

d. Kollar: Chapter 10: Attentive Listening pp. 109-118

Reflection paragraph on Delores Claiborne

Session 3 March 15

Reflection Presentation

Big Idea Class Presentation and Discussion

Lecture: a. John (Ph.D.) & Nancy Ortberg (MA). “Spiritual Disciplines: Taking People

Closer to the Heart of God”

Role Play: Presentation of your counseling objectives based on the needs of the

Parishioner

Tid Bits: I Do My Best Work When I Say Nothing

Movie: Cookies Fortune: (Histrionic Personality Disorder)

Home Work: Reading (~61 pages ) and Big Idea Paragraphs for the following:

a. Clinton: Chapter 8 The Essential Helping Relationship pp. 181-202

b. Dayringer: Chapter 5 Hindrances to Establishing Relationship pp. 74-76

c. Clinton: Chapter 9 The Empathetic Christian Counselor pp. 203-222

d. Petersen: Chapter 9 Pastoral Care as a Means of Grace pp. 127-146

Reflection paragraph on Cookies Fortune

Session 4 March 22

Reflection Presentation

Big Idea Class Presentation and Discussion

Lecture: David Carder (MA): Confidentiality, Consultation and Referral

Role Play: Listening Responses and Clarifying Issues—Discovering what the real

problem is.

Movie: The Soloist (schizophrenia)

Home Work: Reading (~28 pages) and Big Idea Paragraphs for the following:

a. Dayringer: Chapter 9 Handling Transference and Counter-transference pp. 97-104

b. Petersen: Chapter 13 The Pastor’s Presence in Death and Dying pp.229-250

Reflection paragraph on The Soloist

Session 5 March 29

Reflection Presentation

Big Idea Class Presentation and Discussion

Lecture: George Ohlschlager, J.D., LCSW. “Dealing with Seductive, Suicidal and

Dangerous People”

Role Play: Parishioner dealing with the loss

Tid Bits: You’re Taking What? A Brief Dictionary of Psychopharmacology

Movie: Girl Interrupted (borderline and a host of other disorders)

This movie is rated R

Home Work: Reading (~51 pages) and Big Idea Paragraphs for the following:

a. Clinton: Chapter 14 Change by Solution-Based Brief Therapy pp.347-362

b. Clinton: Chapter 15 Change in Process pp. 363-378

c. Kollar: Chapter 11 Highlighting Change As Meaningful pp. 119-140

Reflection paragraph on Girl, Interrupted.

Session 6 April 5

Reflection Presentation

Big Idea Class Presentation and Discussion

Lecture: Archibald Hart, Ph.D. “Stress and Anxiety—Overcoming Fear, Phobias and

Panic Disorders”

Role Play: Parishioner suffering with Anxiety

Movie: Zelig (narcissistic and avoidant personality disorder)

Home Work: Reading (~44 pages) and Big Idea Paragraphs for the following:

a. Petersen: Chapter 10 The Pastor’s Presence in Resolving Conflict pp. 149-165

b. Collins: Chapter 6 Anxiety pp.77-91

c. Collins: Chapter 8 Depression pp. 104-118

Reflection paragraph of Zelig

Session 7 April 12

Reflection Presentation

Big Idea Class Presentation and Discussion

Lecture: b. Michael Lyles, M.D. “Depression and Mood Disorders”

Role Play: Parishioner suffering with depression

Tid Bits: Beck Depression Inventory and Psalms Prescription for Depression.

Movie: Ordinary People (Anxiety and depression)

This movie is rated R

Home Work: Reading (~53 pages) and Big Idea Paragraphs for the following:

a. Collins: Chapter 9 Anger pp. 119-132

b. Collins: Chapter 10 Guilt pp. 134-146

a. Kollar Chapter 12 Vision Clarification: Life Without The Problem pp. 141-148

b. Petersen: Chapter 13 The Pastor’s Presence in Human Suffering pp. 207-228

Reflection paragraph on Ordinary People

Session 8 April 19

Reflection Presentation

Big Idea Class Presentation and Discussion

Lecture: a. David Stoop, Ph.D. “Forgiveness, Getting Beyond Your Past Pain”

b. Gary Oliver, Th.M, Ph.D. “Harnessing The Most Powerful God-Given

Emotion.

Tid Bits: A Relaxation Technique that Works.

Role Play: Creating An Internal Quiet Place

Movie: Hannah and Her Sisters (family of origin issues)

Home Work: Reading (~50 pages) and Big Idea Paragraphs for the following:

a. Kollar: Chapter 13 Supportive Feedback: Promoting and Supporting Change pp. 159-178

b. Clinton: Chapter 28 Crisis Intervention and Emergency Practice pp. 600-614

c. Petersen: Chapter 11 The Pastor’s Presence in Crisis pp. 167-184

Reflection paragraph on Hannah and Her Sisters

Session 9 April 26

Reflection Presentation

Big Idea Class Presentation and Discussion

Lecture: Freda Crews and Jennifer Cisney: Complicated Grief and Mourning & Crisis

and Trauma

Tid Bits: Referring Out

Role Play: Referring Out with Assurances of Continual Support

Movie: Drop Dead Fred (1991) (abandonment/ codependency)

Home Work: Reading (~43 pages) and Big Idea Paragraphs for the following:

a. Dayringer: Chapter 12 Closing and Termination pp.123-128

b. Kollar: Chapter 15 Brining it All Together pp.189-204

c. Petersen: Chapter 8 Pastoral Care as Collaboration pp. 113-126

c. Clinton: Epilogue Profile of a Shepherd-Counselor pp. 712-724

Reflection Paragraph on Drop Dead Fred.

Session 10 May 3

Reflection Presentation

Big Idea Class Presentation and Discussion

Lecture: Eric Scalise—Preventing Compassion Fatigue: Self-Care for Caregivers

Role Play: Final Session, Counseling Termination

Movie: What About Bob? (no reflection required)

Grading

Attendance 1000 possible points

Big Idea 3500 possible points

Role Play 1000 possible points

Reflection 900 possible points

6400 possible points

A – 5761 points

B – 5121 points

C – 4481 points

D – 3841 points

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