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REL C 130

Missionary Preparation

Course Description

Focuses upon the purpose, skills, and doctrines of missionary work and prepares prospective missionaries for a more meaningful MTC and mission experience.

When Taught

All Semesters/Terms

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

0

Note

Recommended for all prospective missionaries. This class may not be taken or retaken by returned missionaries or non-LDS students. Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.

Title

Spiritual Learning

Learning Outcome

You will understand and seek to develop the attributes of Christ as found in Chapter 6 of Preach My Gospel. You will enhance your knowledge of the doctrine through focused study of God's revealed word to both modern and ancient prophets, with a special emphasis on the Book of Mormon.

Title

Factual Learning

Learning Outcome

You will understand the restored gospel of Jesus Christ and associated doctrine and principles related to missionary work revealed by God through prophets, seers, and revelators. You will understand the divine purpose of missionary work and the blessings associated with it.

Title

Conceptual Learning

Learning Outcome

You will learn and practice skills that will improve missionary effectiveness such as effective gospel study, planning and goal setting, time management, and teaching and extending invitations to others. You will create lesson outlines to teach the restored gospel of Jesus Christ more effectively to others.

Title

Application Learning

Learning Outcome

You will be able to teach the missionary lessons effectively to members of the Church and to those who are not members. You will understand revealed doctrine and principles in a way that enables you to apply the doctrine and principles in your own life.