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Biblical teaching on unity and its implications for national unity in Kenya
(2014-04-10) Moibi, Kefa Onsando
This is a study that sought to establish a clear biblical teaching on unity, from selected (-Jew Testament passages and then drew implications of the same on national unity in Kenya. Opinions of some national Christian education directors were also obtained concerning their views on the Biblical teaching on unity and its implications national unity in Kenya since they• are the people for who Oversee the teaching ministry of the church. Statistics show that between 50-70% of the Kenyan Population are Christians. I t is also stated that one of the' objectives of education in Kenya is national unity. On this basis and the fact that unity 1S a biblical concept. it was assumed that with proper- teaching and understanding of the latter-. Definite implications for national unity. The findings indicated that teaching on unity is unity diversity as exemplified by the imagery of the body .Though the body has many parts each with a different function. each part works for the common hood of the whole body. This kind of unity in diversity "if taught and practiced will enhance national I unity in Kenya.
Spiritual nurture for the hearing impaired :implication for Christian education in the church
(2014-04-10) Mapesa, Caroline Ayuma
The purpose of this grounded theory study was to develop theory about meeting spiritual nurture needs of the hearing impaired. Two congregations of the hearing impaired in Nairobi were used. The study incorporated interviews with ten members of the two congregations under study as well as several site observations. Three video documentaries were also used. A three-element phenomenon was ascertained. The first was studying the culture of the Deaf Community to be familiar with it, accept the deaf in their culture and be sensitive to it as one endeavors to nurture the deaf spiritually. The second element was communication issues. The deaf only communicate effectively in their local sign language. Sign language could also be supplemented with interpretation, lip reading, and the written page. The communication of the Christian message in the deaf language led to spiritual growth. The third element was deaf fellowships which participants included deaf churches, children and youth fellowships, school ministry and other deaf forums in which the deaf met for spiritual nurture. The deaf fellowships required deaf leadership in form of deaf pastors, evangelists and other deaf church workers. This ensured conducting of spiritual nurture programs in the deaf language and culture. A visual model of the entire process of meeting spiritual nurture needs was advanced. Suggestions were made to facilitate meeting of spiritual nurture needs of the hearing impaired.
The Study of the effectiveness of African Inland Church Christian Education Curriculum in the local churches
(2014-04-10) Mutunga, Jonathan
The purpose of this study was to assess the overall effectiveness of Christian education curriculum in Africa Inland local churches and investigate whether or not Christian education is achieving the expected goals and objectives and to make important recommendations to the AlC Christian Education department on the basis of conclusions reached. These are the questions I wanted to ask about AlC Christian education curriculum. 1. What are the major objectives of the Christian education department of AlC Kenya? 2. What is the goal of the Christian education department of AlC Kenya? 3. What ways do the CE coordinators try to implement the Christian education provided for local churches? • 4. What are the factors that contribute/ hinder the implementation of Christian education in local churches From the research study the following answers were obtained. One, there is an acute limitation of the current personnel of the Christian education regional coordinators in trying to teach all levels of people due to their academic level. Secondly, the Christian education department at the national level doesn't involve the regional coordinators in the designing, implementing and evaluating the CE Programmes. This is a major drawback in the effectiveness of the Christian education curriculum. As conclusion the researcher has suggested the Christian education department should reorganise its functioning to involve the regional coordinators in the designing, implementing and evaluating the Christian education programme. This will help in making the content and materials appropriate and the teachings quite relevant to the nature of problems and the needs of the people. It will also help the regional coordinators to have a sound understanding of the goals and objectives of the Christian education curriculum.
Factors affecting academic performance of graduate students at NEGST
(2014-04-10) Mbogo, Rosemary Wahu
This study reports an attempt to find out some of the factors affecting the academic performance of graduate students at the Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology IN.E.G.S.TI. In order to achieve this purpose an extensive review of the related 11terature was scrutinized. These dealt with the following areas 1) The effect of lack of finance on academic performance. 2) The effect of age on academic performance. 3) The effect of language proficiency effect of family performance. 5) The on academic performance. 4) The responsibilities on academic effect of academic aspirations on academic performance. B) The effect of student-faculty interactions on academic performance. The data collection involved the use of a questionnaire with both close-ended and open-ended questions. Some of the close-ended questions were developed using the Liker t: Scale of Summated Rating to determine the opinion of the respondents. The questionnaire was administered directly by the researcher to twenty-seven graduate students. The research sought to investigate some of the factors affecting the academic performance of graduate students at N.E.G.S.T. The test of the difference between the means ~f two independent Sample groups was used as a statistical instrument to test hypotheses.
An assessment of perceptions and attitudes of christians towards cremation and how these attitudes and perceptions affect missiological education
(2014-04-10) Itegi, Grace
The research study focused on cremation of the dead and the attitudes and perception of Christians towards it. Cremation is quite a rare practice among Kenyan Christians who view it cautiously and with apprehension. The study sought to establish the perceptions and attitudes of Christians with regard to cremation as well as to determine their knowledge concerning the subject. It was also the researcher's intention to find out how the doctrine of resurrection relates to cremation and some of the theological views that arise from the topic. The role of Christian education in the matters of cremation was also pointed out. The researcher also focused on how these perceptions and attitudes affect missiological education. It also aimed at enlightening Christians on cremation matters so that they in return are helped in making informed decisions. In addition, the study looked at the cultural beliefs and values that are held by Christians and how these values affect their view about cremation. The study population included congregation members of the Anglican Church of Kenya, Nairobi Baptist church, Pentecostal churches and other mainline churches in Nairobi as well as pastors from the same churches. The researcher used two questionnaires to collect quantitative data from the sampled churches. One tool targeted congregation members while the other collected data from pastors. A total of 359 members and 54 pastors participated. An interview guide for the individual in-depth interviews was formulated and administered. The researcher held two focus group discussions one with church workers and the other with a few friends. The researcher also interviewed two people who had cremated their loved ones. The researcher hypothesized that there is a relationship between respondents' attitudes toward cremation and their willingness to cremate a loved one. The study also endeavored to contribute towards highlighting and creating awareness within the Christian fraternity in Kenya so as make informed decisions in matters pertaining to cremation practice. The results indicated that respondents strongly felt that cremation does not hinder the doctrine of resurrection. It was found that knowledge about cremation was lacking in the churches. The members are in need of church teachings about cremation. The results point out how Christians' perceptions and attitudes affect missiological education especially due to the discontentment when some Christians opt for cremation while others are opposed to it.
Postmodernity among youth in Nairobi Chapel
(2014-04-10) Esilaba, Eda Mutheu
Postmodernity is a phenomenon that has been explored extensively in Western Countries and perhaps in South Africa, but the rest of Africa remains largely ignorant of this philosophical movement and its impact on people's thinking. This study explored postmodernity's impact on teens at Nairobi Chapel with a view to enhance effectiveness in reaching these young people. The six respondents were between twelve and twenty years of age and were selected on the basis that they displayed tendencies of postmodernity as highlighted in the literature. Data were collected through face-to-face, semi-structured interviews. Eleven interviews were held with the respondents. While the intention was to hold two interviews per interviewee, this was impossible for one of the respondent. Data were analyzed using qualitative methods of open, axial, and selective coding. The study revealed that postmodernity was a major influence in the lives and minds of urban young people. It suggested teens held truth to be relative and embraced, at least partially, religious pluralism. The data also exhibited an obvious struggle with Christianity's exclusivity claims. Further, youth leader's authority over young people had to be "earned," with an emphasis on rational instruction. However, the value of community proved strong for these young people thus opening up an avenue to reach them with the love of Christ and build relationships that will impact who these young people will grow up to be. In reviewing the data, recommendations were made to youth department at Nairobi Chapel and Christian educators who are creating curriculum and materials to assist in ministering to young people. Postmodernity may be looming threateningly above us but rather than be afraid we need to take advantage of the values in this new philosophy that may actually enhance Christianity among our youth.
A study of the Narok Bible College Theological Programs: implications for contextualized programs for effective church ministry
(2014-04-11) Lentoror, Stephen Lotinga
This study explored the Narok Bible College stakeholders' perception of ideal theological programs at the college. Data was collected through face to face semistructured interviews, which were recorded and transcribed. The findings revealed that, the major concerns of the stakeholders were administrative issues regarding the programs. The stakeholders desire that the programs be designed in such away that they unify, academic, practical, and spiritual training, an idea called holistic curricularizing. Based on the findings, Narok Bible College needs to review its theological programs in light of the concerns mentioned by the stakeholders in consultation with similar theological colleges.
Factors affecting the use of music as an educational tool in the Apostolic Reformation churches in Nairobi
(2014-04-11) Juma, Asunta Wanja
This study was an investigation of the factors affecting the use of music as an educational tool in the Apostolic Reformation churches (ARC) in Nairobi. Music in church worship is increasingly becoming an important aspect of church activities. This research was intended to find out whether; the perception of ARC members to the use of music as an educational tool, presence or lack of training for worshi p leaders, the origin of the songs, the age of worship leaders and the content of the songs affected their use as medium of Christian education. The researcher developed a written questionnaire to answer the research questions and the subsequent hypotheses. The research population comprised leaders and members of the Apostolic Reformation churches. The questionnaires were administered personally to the respondents following which the results were analyzed. The study revealed that the members of ARCs' held the music ministry with high esteem as an educational tool. It was observed that training for worship leaders and musicians was a much needed factor in the music ministries of the ARCs churches. It was also revealed that the origin of songs affected their educational value. Furthermore the age of worship leaders and the content of the songs they choose for worship affected the their use in Christian Education.
An evaluation of the Sunday school programme at the Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology
(2014-04-11) Natana, Wesley Bokati
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the Sunday school Programme at N.E.G.S.T. The researcher investigated the Sunday School's planned activities, teaching methods, teaching materials, curriculum and facilities as measured against the aims and objectives of the Sunday School to find out whether or not the Sunday School was achieving its aims and objectives. Data was gathered by means of interview, questionnaires and personal observation. Aims and objectives were used as criteria for judgment. Though the Sunday School Programme at N.E.G.S.T. did not have any written aims and objectives, interview with the Superintendent and the teachers' responses from the questionnaires indicated that the aims and objectives of the Sunday School were: to teach the word of God to children; to reinforce what Christian parents were teaching their children at home; to provide Christian teaching for children who came from non-Christian homes; to enable children to fellowship; to help children grow in Christian faith and character; and to provide an alternative avenue of training to children who might not otherwise have the chance to go to any church service with their parents, due to transport difficulties. All the activities of the Sunday School Programme were found to be geared toward meeting the aims and objectives. Similarly, teaching methods were found to be based on the planned activities and teaching materials used were related to the teaching methods and the planned activities.
Factors attracting Muslim students to Christian institutions of higher learning
(2014-04-11) Hassane, Dan Karami
The purpose of this study was to discover the factors that attract Muslim students to Christian institutions of higher learning. The overall aim was to discover the theory that emerged in helping to understand what motivates Muslim students to attend Christian institutions of higher learning. Data was collected through Observations, discussions in focus groups, and face to face semi-structured interviews with fourteen participants, five Muslim students from catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA), and nine Muslim students from African Nazarene University (ANU). The findings revealed two categories of Muslim students: Those who were closed to any contact with Christians when they came to school, "Muslim brothers" and those who mixed with other Christian students from the beginning, "Christian friends". The study showed that Muslim students were "attracted" by some factors, but were also "pushed" sometimes, by other factors. It seems that "Muslim brothers" are "attracted" by the "school reputation" and sometimes "pushed" by the "parents/sponsors motivations". The "Christian friends" are mostly attracted by "the • school environment" and sometimes "pushed" by "student's motivations" mostly by other Muslim alumni of the same University. This study also revealed a phenomenon of one factor, "the attitude of the student", being influenced by four other factors when the student starts interacting with the school community members. A student can move from a group ("Muslim brothers", for example) to another ("Christian friends") or even becoming a Christian from a radical Muslim position through the power of Holy Spirit, when students are exposed to the Word of God in the compulsory chapel or the requested Bible and Christian ethics classes. From the findings, recommendations were made of exploring the possibility of extending the study to the Muslim alumni of Christian institutions of higher learning and investigating their relationships with Christians and people of other faiths. This would help to have a clear picture of the contribution of Christian education to Muslim understanding of the Christian faith. A multiplicity of studies of the phenomenon of Muslim students in Christian universities in different African contexts would lead to a greater understanding of the profound reasons motivating Muslims to attend Christian institutions of higher learning.
Factors inhibiting the development of Curriculum materials for Christian Education Ministries in the Africa Gospel Church, Kenya
(2014-04-11) Koske, Stanley Kiplang'at
Dynamic and rapid changes in the current society call for urgent attention in the area of curriculum development in the church. Such demands require curriculum developers to study new conditions and their implications for church education. Although evangelical churches in Africa are currently involved in improving the shape of Christian education curriculum, it is being faced with a number of challenges. Africa Gospel Church (AGC) is no exception. Compelled by the inadequacy of curriculum materials for all age groups in the AGC plus the continued halting of curriculum development, the researcher embarked on this study. The study sought to investigate the factors inhibiting the development of curriculum materials for CE ministries in the AGC. The study further aimed at exploring some ways for improving the development of curriculum materials in the church. This was a descriptive study, which employed a case study research design. In the study, two crucial questions were addressed. Data was gathered from forty individuals through self-administered questionnaires. The validity of the instrument was determined by a jury test which was given to ten students from the Educational Studies Department at NEGST. Data was analyzed statistically and presented based on the research questions and hypotheses. In this procedure, six null hypotheses were tested using a Chi-square test of independence at 0.05 level of significance. The study revealed that six factors were perceived to be inhibiting the development of curriculum materials for CE ministries in the AGC. The factors were lack of training in curriculum, lack of funds, lack of cooperation, lack of planning, lack of curriculum evaluation and lack of emphasis on Christian education. Major recommendations were (1) AGC needs to mobilize local churches to financially contribute toward curriculum material development, (2) CE curriculum materials need to be evaluated and revised periodically and (3) church leaders at all levels of the AGC structure should trust and support (cooperate with) the curriculum committees in their endeavors to draw plans and produce relevant materials.
Factors Affecting The Development Of Curriculum Materials In The African Inland Church Of Kenya
(2014-04-11) Olla, Woza Woyita
This study reports an attempt to ascertain the extent to which certain perceived factors affect the development of curriculum materials at Africa Inland Church of Kenya. It was a descriptive study which was done by using the opinion of curriculum materials writers, project leaders and materials users (teachers and students) in that church. Three sets of instruments prepared by the researcher were administered and provided data for analysis. The data gathered from the respondents and the corresponding interpretations provided answers to the research questions were asked. Based on the findings possible conclusions and recommendations were made to curriculum materials writers, and project leaders on how to bring improvement in curriculum material development work. Findings of this study showed that the majority of the perceived factors are affecting the materials production work negatively. Some of the factors which are supposed to put positive impact, such as leadership and relationship among the workers, are affecting the work negatively. Above all the study ascertained that the AlC curriculum materials development project is heavily under the influence of negative factors. Thus this study calls out for urgent remedy on how to deal with those factors that affect the project negatively.
An Evaluation of the Learning Outcomes Focus on the Church School Curriculum : Kenya Assemblies of God Buruburu
(2014-04-11) Manasseh, Patrick Abel Lumumba
This study was conducted by the researcher to evaluate the 'Learning outcomes Focus' of the Church school curriculum of Kenya Assemblies of God (KA.G.) Bum Bum. The purpose of the study was four fold: 1. To ascertain that KA.G. Bum Bum church school curriculum was developed in the 'Learning Outcomes' format. 2. To ascertain whether the planned activities and the stated objectives had a logical relationship to each other. 3. To ascertain the balance between 'cognitive,' 'affective' and 'psychomotor' element emphases in the curriculum learning outcomes objective. 4. To ascertain the effective implementation of the 'Leaning Outcomes Focus' curriculum in the church school, by all stakeholders. Data was collected by means of interview, questionnaires and written records. Goals and objectives were used as criteria for judgment. Planned activities were used as items of evaluation. In this study, Learning Outcomes Focus was evaluated at the levels of format, needs, deficiencies, activities, emphases, recruitment, training and programme planning. The activities in the church school curriculum were found to be well directed towards meeting the 'Learning Outcomes Focus' (goals and objectives). The study revealed that a significant number of the 'stakeholders in KA.G. Bum Buru church were not involved in the planning and implementation of the church school's 'Learning Outcomes Focus' curriculum.
The influence of music on the spiritual development of youth :a study of Nairobi Gospel Centre and Lifespring Chapel
(2014-04-11) Nyagah, Esther F.W
This study explored the influence of music on the spiritual development of the youth. Two churches in Nairobi, Lifespring Chapel and Nairobi Gospel Centre were selected. Data were collected through face to face semi-structured interviews with fourteen participants, and were recorded and transcribed. Observation was also done in a music concert in Lifespring chapel. The findings revealed that the influence of music on the youth is holistic, reflecting in three major developmental domains (emotional, mental and social). The study revealed that youth can either respond to music's influence Christianly or worldly. It is the Christian response that leads to spiritual development while worldly response leads to spiritual decline. A visual model of the interrelationships between the developmental domains was advanced and recommendations made to parents of youth, church leaders, the youth, media and music composers regarding the best ways to meet the needs of the youth through music as well as leading them to a closer relationship with God.
The Pastor's contribution to the Christian Spiritual growth and development of pupils at Nairobi Pentecostal Church Academy, Woodley
(2014-04-14) Baraza, Phidel Adah
This study sought to describe the pastors' contribution in the spiritual development of primary school learners by exploring the role of the pastor in a selected primary school. Data were gathered through interviews with twelve members of the school under study as well as through several site observations. The data were analyzed using the grounded theory procedures outlined by Strauss and Corbin (1998). Two theories emerged from the data. The first theory was that, children's ministry relies greatly on 1) one's perception of "spirituality," and realization that children are capable of spiritual development, 2) one's consciousness of the factors that would lead to the pupils' spiritual growth, and 3) one's role in developing them spiritually. The second theory was that the pupils' level of interest in spiritual activities determined positive or negative responses to the pastor's interventions. The study ascertained that the school is a major contributing factor in the spiritual development and growth of pupils, and pastors playa major role in setting the tempo for pupils' spiritual development and growth. Hence, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, instruction in the Word of God, worship of God, fellowship with one another, and service to the community and the entire society are significant components that need to be integrated together for a balanced program for the pupils' spiritual development and growth. After the integration of the literature, the writer recommends that the NPC Academy should have full time pastors in charge of the spiritual life of children, and that the children be divided up during the attendance of the chapels to enable the pastor to minister adequately to the children, bearing in mind the unique characteristics of particular age groups.
Perception of Parents on Children's Ministry at KCC
(2014-04-14) Mwenegamba, Philip
This study was to find out parents' perception on the relevance of the children's curriculum whether it was achieving the mission statement of Karen Community Church. It was a survey study which was carried out at Karen in Nairobi, Kenya. The data was collected using a questionnaire which composed of open-ended and closed-ended questions. The questionnaire measured the opinion by using the Likert Scale with summated ratings to determine the parents' opinions. The sample of 20 parents was drawn from Karen Community Church. The study was to find out the curriculum's relevance to realization of the mission statement. This came because it had been found that there is high drop out rate in the youth ministry when in children's ministry numbers are good. This high drop out rate looks contradictory to the mission statement of the church which is to build a community, so why is it that there is drop out? Therefore, the parents were to give the opinions if the curriculum was really offering what the mission statement of the church is stating. The mission statement aims at building a community of people who are knitted together and rooted in Christ. The question was: why was it that in the upper classes of children's ministry and the youth ministry numbers were lowering? It was appropriate to look at what the curriculum was delivering. The results of the study showed that some parts of the curriculum, goals, objectives and methods were perceived as relevant but the content was not. This is an area whereby the curriculum has to be revisited and retailored. From the study it was recommended that: 1). K.C.C. should put a time interval when the curriculum for children's ministry has to be evaluated to see its relevance and adjust where necessary. 2). Since the program activities split the opinion of parents, it is recommended to revisit them to make them more relevant to K.C.C. mission statement. 3). Since the content was perceived inadequate, it is recommended that K.C.C. education desk should develop a curriculum with relevant content in line with clear goals. 4). Since the methods were perceived relevant, it is recommended that they should be maintained for teaching. IV
Assessment of pastoral program in selected primary schools in Nairobi and its environs
(2014-04-14) Kimani, Naomi Wanjiku
Pastoral programme for instruction in primary schools should be a concern for school teachers. Spiritual formation is an important aspect ofa child's life. In the Old Testament, God ordered the parents to teach their children God's commandments. This study set out to assess the pastoral concerns in three primary schools, with a view of identifying any weaknesses, and coming up with solutions. Twenty four participants were involved in the survey, which was done through interviews, questionnaires and observation. The data was analyzed using qualitative methods of open, axial and selective coding. The study revealed that teachers face a lot of problems during pastoral programme facilitation. They do not have the necessary training, teaching materials and they are over loaded. These are some of the issues that I observed during the study. Recommendations have been suggested and the most important one is to give in-service courses to the teachers during the holidays. These recommendations will be forwarded to the Ministry of Education and to the clergy to see if they would adopt the suggested way forward. Children are faced with many issues and pastoral programme could assist in addressing the child's spiritual formation that will lead to responsible citizenship.
An assessment of the impact of Christian education programs on students in high school in Yatta District
(2014-04-14) Kinai, Charles Wambua
The research focused on the impact of Christian Education Programs in high schools ofYatta District on students' spiritual, academic and social life. The C.E. programs focused on include; the Christian Unions (C.u.), the Young Christian Students movements (YC.S), the Sunday services and other Christian programs organized in schools for the students. The study sought to establish how the students and the teachers in 15 schools ofYatta District perceived the impact of the C.E. programs on the students' spiritual, social and academic development. The researcher also sought to find out the factors that influence the impact of the C.E. programs in the schools on the students. The study population included student leaders in the C.U and YC.S of the 15 schools and teachers who were class teachers and patrons of the C.U./Y.C.S. The researcher administered two sets of questionnaires; one for the students and another for the teachers, to collect quantitative data using a survey design. A total of 60 students and 60 teachers participated. The researcher hypothesized that the C.E. programs in schools have a positive impact on the students' spiritual, social and academic development. The researcher also hypothesized that the impact of the C.E. programs on students is influenced by the active participation of teachers especially the patrons, the support given by the school administration and the relationship with and support given by the sponsoring Christian church or denomination.
Teaching The Concept of Salvation To Children of Five To Twelve Years Old
(2014-04-14) Wawire, Pius M
The purpose of this research was to study the biblical basis of teaching the concept of salvation to children of ages five to twelve years old, and to find out the teaching methods that will facilitate the learning of this concepts, with the intention of making recommendations towards improving children's ministry at the Kenya Assemblies of God church, Bahati. The main areas of inquiry which were foundational to this study are, children's church workers and precedents derived from the review of related literature. Two instruments, a questionnaire and interview questions were formulated. The questionnaire consisted of closed-ended and open-ended Questions. The information gathered were analyzed and summarized by use of various tables and graphs where necessary. The findings of the study revealed the following about children's ministry at the Kenya Assemblies of God church, Bahati: 1. The church of the Kenya Assemblies of God, Bahati has a strong children's ministry programme but there is a need for the leadership to set well defined goals which should be made known to every worker in the Children's church. 2. There is an intentional effort on the part of workers in the children's church to teach the concept of salvation to children. The children demonstrated their level of comprehension as they answered the questions in the interview. Due to the cognitive difference between children of five to seven and eight to twelve, the teaching methods will vary. The former understand and retain biblical information in story form, hence the teacher should learn how to effectively use story telling method. The latter can understand ideas and specific topics and can recall factual content Hence the teacher must learn to use a variety of teaching methods including storytelling. 3. Though the teachers are aware of many other teaching, methods apart from drama, Bible study projects, skits, general singing, puppets, and Bible games, they should be trained to use other teaching methods. The writer recommends that the leaders set clearly defined goals for the children's church, teachers training on how to use teaching methods relevant to cognitive level of the child and that teachers be trained in understanding children cognitive development
An Examination of Some of the Factors that influence Students' Perception of Relevance of the Christian Ministries Programme of the NEGST
(2014-04-14) Jusu, John Kpaleh
This study reports an attempt to ascertain the extent to which a group of selected students in the Christian Ministries Programme of the Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology perceive the courses offered to them in the programme as relevant to their needs. It was in effect an evaluative study which was done using the opinion of the students about the courses as the criteria for evaluation. The research further went ahead to determine the various factors that may have an influence on the opinion of the students on the courses in the proqramme. The data collection involved the use of a closed-ended questionnaire, part of which was developed usinq the Likert scale of summated Ratings to determine the opinion of the respondents. This instrument was administered to 18 students in the programme. Since the research also sought to ascertain factors that may influence the perception of the students, the statistical instrument used to determine these relationships as the Chi Square Test of Independence. The major focus of this research was to identify areas in the programme that may need special attention and consideration of those involved in the training of the spouses of theological students in the bid to providing a relevant programme. These areas were identified with the help of the literature reviewed and the results of the tested hypotheses. Generally, it was observed that students in the programme perceived the courses they were required to take as relevant except for a few courses.