School of Worship

Church Musicians, Vocalists and Worship Leaders will benefit from the all-round approach to leading in worship, music theory and application in contemporary worship styles.

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At ETS the Bachelor of Theology (equivalent) accredited by ECTE is attained after three years of full-time study. In Germany, a one-year professional subsequent Internship is required to qualify as a recognized qualification.

It combines theoretical knowledge with practical application and Christian ministry experience and is designed to equip the student for work in a local church or parachurch activity.

The Foundation Certificate is a required basis for the studies that follow hence its competencies apply to the B.Th. plus the following for the Music Major.

General Competencies

  • Acquire a basic understanding of the Bible and use reference works such as Lexica, Concordances and Commentaries effectively.

  • Produce a synthesis of the development of the history and theology of the Christian church.

  • Understand and apply critical judgment as to the place of the social sciences in Christian ministry.

  • During the course of the program to experience spiritual growth, personal development and professional maturity to be able to function competently and responsibly in a leadership capacity.

  • Acquire and develop communication and relational skills that will enable practical competence.

  • Through spiritual formation and mentoring to appreciate how spiritual development operates.

  • To apply the skills and abilities needed for the practice of ministry.

Specific Competencies

  • Develop a music ministry program in a local church.

  • Appreciate the distinctiveness of Pentecostal and evangelical worship traditions.

  • Become familiar with the practical aspects of leading worship.

  • Lead worship and participate in worship teams.

  • Describe a philosophy of worship and develop a personal philosophy of worship.

  • Appreciate the effects that cultures and sub-cultures have on worship.