Questions within the 3×3 meeting
| 1.0 | Module 1: “I love God with my whole heart.” The goal of this module is that the student develops a regular and growing relationship with the Lord. This includes a strong, personal prayer life and regular Bible reading, in order to internalize God’s revealed ways as guide to one’s personal life. The following questions relate to Module 1. At this point, it is necessary to refer to the self-evaluation of the THS student, which has been turned in. He/she should have invested approximately 25 hours during the trimester in this module. Copy the appropriate self-evaluation value in the space provided. (Note: the evaluation grade will not be changed based on the student’s self-evaluation.) |
| 1.1 | The THS student practices regular, personal prayer times (Bible reading, prayer, listening for God’s voice/guidance). |
| 1.2 | The THS student’s observed love for God is best described as follows: |
| 1.3 | The THS student successfully applies and integrates biblical truth in his/her life. |
| 1.4 | The THS student is able to sense, and respond to, the presence of God in daily life. |
| 1.5 | The THS student observed at least one day of retreat in this trimester. |
| 1.6 | The THS student is able to recite the following number of memorized Bible verses (please actually quiz the student). |
| 2.0 | Module 2: “My love attracts other people.” The purpose of this module is that the THS student grows in the ability to understand and love people from various backgrounds— including challenging personalities. This includes developing good listening skills. The following questions relate to Module 2. At this point, it is necessary to refer to the self-evaluation of the THS student, which has been turned in. He/she should have invested approximately 25 hours during the trimester in this module. Copy the appropriate self-evaluation value in the space provided. (Note: the evaluation grade will not be changed based on the student’s self-evaluation.) |
| 2.1 | The THS student is able to share faith, joy, and love with others. (The evaluator may want to include his/her own sense of the student’s current ability.) |
| 2.2 | The THS student is growing in the skill to listen to, and understand, other people. |
| 2.3 | The THS student is able to practice forgiveness when treated wrongly. |
| 2.4 | The THS student has regular contact to a mentor/pastoral counselor. (If not, please encourage the student to find such a person of trust as soon as possible.) |
| 2.5 | Please list 1st “reference-value” (%) listed by the student in self-evaluation to the module “My love attracts other people.” Use the space provided. |
| 2.6 | Please list 2nd “reference-value” (%) listed by the student in self-evaluation to the module “My love attracts other people.” Use the space provided. |
| 2.7 | Please list 3rd “reference-value” (%) listed by the student in self-evaluation to the module “My love attracts other people.” Use the space provided. |
| 3.0 | Module 3: “I am happy.” The purpose of this module is that the THS student experiences growth as a stable, thankful, high-performing person. The following questions relate to Module 3. At this point, it is necessary to refer to the self-evaluation of the THS student, which has been turned in. He/she should have invested approximately 25 hours during the trimester in this module. Copy the appropriate self-evaluation value in the space provided. (Note: the evaluation grade will not be changed based on the student’s self-evaluation.) |
| 3.1 | The THS student is happy with his/her friends and feels that he/she is supported and accepted by them. |
| 3.2 | The THS student is glad to be in his/her Placement Church. |
| 3.3 | The THS student is able to experience a deep sense of joy/happiness. |
| 3.4 | The THS student experiences success in his/her activities. |
| 3.5 | The THS student is self-aware of his/her character challenges or weak points. |
| 4.0 | Module 4: “I preach with authority.” The purpose of this module is that the THS student develops the ability to preach about different themes with spiritual authority, biblical foundation, and enabling/facilitating life-change. The following questions relate to Module 4. At this point, it is necessary to refer to the self-evaluation of the THS student, which has been turned in. He/she should have invested approximately 25 hours during the trimester in this module. Copy the appropriate self-evaluation value in the space provided. (Note: the evaluation grade will not be changed based on the student’s self-evaluation.) |
| 4.1 | The THS student has developed a clear, personally crafted biblical theme, that serves as the backbone for his/her sermons. (Discuss with the student the content and structure of this theme.) |
| 4.2 | The life of the THS student is consistent with the content of his/her sermons. |
| 4.3.1 | Evaluation of Sermon 1: |
| 4.3.2 | Evaluation of Sermon 2: |
| 4.3.3 | Evaluation of Sermon 3: |
| 4.3.4 | Evaluation of Sermon 4: |
| 5.0 | Module 5: “I easily overcome crises and interpersonal conflicts.” The purpose of this module is that the THS student develops the ability to recognize and analyze personal conflicts as well as conflicts between others, and to work constructively toward satisfactory conflict resolution. The following questions relate to Module 5. At this point, it is necessary to refer to the self-evaluation of the THS student, which has been turned in. He/she should have invested approximately 25 hours during the trimester in this module. Copy the appropriate self-evaluation value in the space provided. (Note: the evaluation grade will not be changed based on the student’s self-evaluation.) |
| 5.1 | The THS student is able to quickly address and resolve conflicts in his/her group (not making excuses, rather is able to work constructively toward a solution. Is quick to ask for forgiveness, is able to negotiate/moderate between conflict-parties instead of allowing escalation.) |
| 5.2 | The THS student exercises self-control. |
| 5.3 | The THS student experiences growth in crisis situations and is able to reflect well on what the Lord has taught him/her from the situation. |
| 5.4.1 | Please list 1st “reference-value” (%) listed by the student in self-evaluation to the module “I easily overcome crises and interpersonal conflicts.” Use the space provided. |
| 5.4.2 | Please list 2nd “reference-value” (%) listed by the student in self-evaluation to the module “I easily overcome crises and interpersonal conflicts.” Use the space provided. |
| 5.4.3 | Please list 3rd “reference-value” (%) listed by the student in self-evaluation to the module “I easily overcome crises and interpersonal conflicts.” Use the space provided. |
| 6.0 | Module 6: “I constantly pursue my goal.” The purpose of this module is that the THS student practices self-management and organizational management to successfully guide a healthy church in fulfillment of its goals. The following questions relate to Module 6. At this point, it is necessary to refer to the self-evaluation of the THS student, which has been turned in. He/she should have invested approximately 25 hours during the trimester in this module. Copy the appropriate self-evaluation value in the space provided. (Note: the evaluation grade will not be changed based on the student’s self-evaluation.) |
| 6.1 | The THS student engages in regular fitness or sport activities (3 times per week). |
| 6.2 | The THS student pursues healthy nutrition (minimum: at least one portion of fresh fruit or vegetables per day). |
| 6.3 | The THS student motivates and manages himself/herself. |
| 6.4 | The THS student practices functioning time management and presents his/her system to the trainer (examples include Daytimer, weekly schedule, etc.). |
| 6.5 | The THS student uses a laptop or PC, including standard software, e.g. Microsoft Office. |
| 6.6 | Does the THS student have financial debts? The THS student is able to provide a summary of his/her monthly income and expenses, including both living costs and education costs. |
| 6.7 | The THS student names maximum five personal goals for the coming trimester. |
| 6.8 | How many of the THS student’s goals for the previous trimester were achieved? |
| 6.9 | For how many of the 4 courses of the past trimester did the THS student receive a passing grade? The student shall access his/her grade report from the online folder and show it to the trainer. If homework/term papers have not yet been graded, then the courses involved should be regarded as having a passing grade. |
| 6.10.1 | Please list 1st “reference-value” (%) listed by the student in self-evaluation to the module “I constantly pursue my goal.” Use the space provided. |
| 6.10.2 | Please list 2nd “reference-value” (%) listed by the student in self-evaluation to the module “I constantly pursue my goal.” Use the space provided. |
| 6.10.3 | Please list 3rd “reference-value” (%) listed by the student in self-evaluation to the module “I constantly pursue my goal.” Use the space provided. |
| 7.0 | Module 7: “I regularly lead people to Jesus.” The purpose of this module is that the THS student develops an evangelistic lifestyle. While serving in pastoral ministry, the student regularly leads people to faith in Jesus. The following questions relate to Module 7. At this point, it is necessary to refer to the self-evaluation of the THS student, which has been turned in. He/she should have invested approximately 25 hours during the trimester in this module. Copy the appropriate self-evaluation value in the space provided. (Note: the evaluation grade will not be changed based on the student’s self-evaluation.) |
| 7.1 | The THS student demonstrates enthusiasm about sharing the love of God with other people. |
| 7.2 | The THS student is able to share the gospel with others in a pleasant and convincing manner. |
| 7.3 | The THS student prays regularly for specific people to encounter the Lord. |
| 7.4 | The THS student led one person to faith in Jesus Christ in the past trimester. |
| 8.0 | Module 8: “My group participants lead people to Jesus.” The purpose of this module is that the THS student demonstrates the ability to accompany and enable another person through the discipleship process, from “not-yet Christian” all the way to his/her discovery of God’s spiritual calling. This includes developing necessary discipleship structures in a local church context. The following questions relate to Module 8. At this point, it is necessary to refer to the self-evaluation of the THS student, which has been turned in. He/she should have invested approximately 25 hours during the trimester in this module. Copy the appropriate self-evaluation value in the space provided. (Note: the evaluation grade will not be changed based on the student’s self-evaluation.) |
| 8.1 | In the last trimester, people in the THS student’s group converted to faith in Jesus Christ. |
| 8.2 | The THS student provide statistics demonstrating that his/her group grew numerically in the last trimester. |
| 8.3 | The THS student provides regular opportunities in his/her group for people to convert to Jesus Christ (invitation, prayer for conversion, etc.). |
| 8.4 | The THS student has the following goal for his/her group in the coming trimester/year: |
| 8.5 | The THS student is able to name and describe his/her group’s evangelistic concept/strategy. |
| 8.6 | The trainer or assigned delegate visited the THS student’s group and rates the group as follows: |
| 9.0 | Module 9: “I bring forth leaders.” The purpose of this module is that the THS student develops the ability do discern leadership potential in others, and to promote and release those with leadership gifts. These trainees themselves become effective leaders in churches. The following questions relate to Module 9. At this point, it is necessary to refer to the self-evaluation of the THS student, which has been turned in. He/she should have invested approximately 25 hours during the trimester in this module. Copy the appropriate self-evaluation value in the space provided. (Note: the evaluation grade will not be changed based on the student’s self-evaluation.) |
| 9.1 | The THS student is able to recognize potential leaders and assign them appropriately. |
| 9.2 | The THS student has a written development goal for each regular group member. These development goals are to be presented to the trainer for evaluation. |
| 9.3 | The THS student has a group co-leader. |
| 9.4 | The THS student’s group co-workers entrust him/her with their personal pastoral questions. |
| 9.5 | The THS student is himself/herself a member of a ministry team. |
| 9.6 | The number of completed projects (both required and optional) in the last trimester (goal: an average of three projects per trimester): |
| 9.7 | List the themes the THS student’s planned projects for the following trimester (both mandatory and voluntary): |
| 9.8 | Considering the evaluation conversation as a whole, which area or areas require the special attention of the THS student in the coming trimester? |
| 9.9 | For the trainer/evaluator: Do you have suggestions how we might improve this evaluation instrument? We will attempt to integrate your suggestions in our next version of this instrument. Many thanks for your help! |