Descriptions of LAP Courses

The DELTO students who are taking Old Testament, New Testament or Doctrine Summary in any educational format will be required to pass competency exams for the Board for Higher Education of synod before getting DELTO credit for these courses. All students entering the seminary, including the DELTO students, take the competency exams.

Leadership Advancement Process partners with Mission Training Center (MTC). Please find the equivalent titles of the MTC course in parentheses.

Old Testament Bible (The Literature and History of the Old Testament)
This study of the Old Testament explores its relationship with the New Testament, and its meaning for Christian Faith today. View Syllabus.
New Testament Bible (The Literature and History of the New Testament)
This is a study of the New Testament with focus on Jesus Christ and the early church and how that historical background relates to Christians today. View Syllabus.
Christian Doctrine Summary (The Christian Faith)
Emphasis in this course is on the meaning and application of faith to the individual in the contemporary world. It includes Holy Scripture and the church’s doctrine as is summarized in the catechism of Martin Luther. View Syllabus.
Mission Outreach in Context (Leadership in a Missionary Age)
This course gives an introduction to missions, its history, theology, and current application. This is a hands-on course designed to help students who are serious about doing mission in a local congregation or in a new mission site. View Syllabus.
Interpreting the Bible in Translation (same)
This course teaches principles of studying Biblical texts in the vernacular texts of the student to discover the meaning intended by the original author. Students will also learn to use vernacular (i.e. English, Spanish, Russian) computer software and other resources. View Syllabus.
Basic Preaching (Proclaiming the Faith)
During this course students will be directed in writing three sermons. This is a 'how to' course on preparing and writing sermons and devotions. View Syllabus.
Lutheran Worship I (Leading Worship)
This course teaches the purpose of worship, the basics of traditional Lutheran Worship, its biblical roots, and ways to creatively apply Biblical principles to worship today. As part of this class students will learn about administering the sacraments in public worship services. View Syllabus.
Fundamental Pastoral Care (Pastoral Care)
This course teaches listening skills, how to deal with others in crisis such as hospital call, shut-in calls, and how to refer to professional care-givers when needed. View Syllabus.
Church History I (Early Church History to 1500 AD)
The course covers the history of the Christian church from the time of Christ to 1500 A.D. View Syllabus.
Teaching the Faith (same)
This course trains students in effective ways of teaching the basics of the Christian faith to others. View Syllabus.
Practice of Scriptures (does not count for DELTO)
The course teaches principles of studying biblical texts to discover the meaning intended by the original author. The text The Practice of the Scriptures: For Personal and Public Devotions is used. It outlines techniques for personal use and public presentation of Scripture.