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WINTER |
SPRING |
CTU B5512 |
Biblical Methods M.A. Seminar. Prereq: B4001 or B4303 and B4305 |
T 830-1115 Brink |
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CTU BC5003 |
Strangers, Migrants and Refugees in the Bible Literary, historical and theological examination of strangers, migrants and refugees in the OT and NT in order to address effective pastoral responses to the issue of migration in our world. Addresses cross-cultural issues. Prereq: B4001 |
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R 830-1115 Nguyen |
G-ETS 11/12-626 |
Biblical Hermeneutics: African American Biblical Interpretation Discussion of approaches to the use and interpretation of the Bible in the church. Topics vary from year to year and may focus on one of the testaments. Prereq 11-500 and 12-500. |
T 630-930 C. Anderson |
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G-ETS 11/21-830 |
Global Feminist Theology and Biblical Interpretation Emerging feminist theologies in Latin America, Asia, Africa. Study of social and historical background for emergence of these theologies, providing context for liberation and enculturation themes. Theological focus on anthropology, sin, and redemption. |
R 315-600 C. Anderson, Bedford |
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LSTC B-402 |
The Bible Unearthed? Archaeology in the Holy Land |
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J-Term MWR 900-100; Jan 4,6,7,11,13,14,16 Adam |
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LSTC B-443 |
Scripture by Heart Advanced exegesis: How to interpret biblical stories, learn them by heart, and give them as oral presentations for Bible study, worship, preaching, teaching, spiritual discipline, and other aspects of congregational life. Two Sun eve performances. |
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W 800-1050 Rhoads, Menn, Pickett |
LSTC C/B/I/T-400 |
Senior Interdisciplinary Seminar: Race, Ethnicity and the Bible |
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M 200-500 Menn, Thomas |
MTS B 300A/B |
Introduction to Biblical Studies An overview of content and approaches to Scripture that are responsible to church and academy. Exegesis of texts from Hebrew Bible and New Testament. Special attention to literary types, historical contexts, methods, and resources for understanding. |
A)R 900-1150; B)W 600-850 A)Yamada, Tanzer; B) Knowles, Lee |
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MTS B 469 |
Biblical Perspectives on Multiculturalism |
W 600-850 Hiebert |
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MTS B 490 |
Biblical Foundations of Jewish and Christian Difference Course looks at some Biblical and early post-Biblical roots of Jewish and Christian difference. It is text-centered, attempting to understand from a historical vantage how Jews and Christians have developed world views and identities that differ. |
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T 900-1150 Hiebert, Tanzer |
TEDS ID 5000 |
Biblical Theology and Interpretation A survey of biblical theology, including methodological issues of debate during the last two centuries. Emphasis on the Bible's storyline, examining how the books and corpora of the Bible contribute to the unfolding history of redemption. |
M 8:15-10:45 (& W 8/26) Carson |
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TEDS NT/OT 5010 |
Foundations in Biblical Studies The course emphasizes biblical content and application with attention to developing skills to guide interpretation and understanding of Scripture in order to build, inform, and critique vocational practice. |
M 8:15-10:45 (& W 8/26) Averbeck |
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Title/Description |
FALL |
WINTER |
SPRING |
CTU B4000 |
Pentateuch Prereq B4001 or Intro to OT and NT |
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W 100-335 Brink |
CTU B4004i |
Exodus in Intercultural Perspective (Israel) Travel Seminar |
TBD Okoye |
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G-ETS 11-607 |
The Writings: Book of Job Advanced study of literary units or theological themes. Emphasis on analytical and synthetic interpretive skills. Prereq: 11-500 |
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T 315-600 Duncan |
G-ETS 11-607B |
The Writings: Jonah and Ruth Advanced studyof literary units or theological themes. Emphasis on analytical and synthetic interpretive skills. Prereq: 11-500 |
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M 630-930 Duncan |
LSTC B-601 |
Old Testament Graduate Biblical Seminar: Advanced Exegesis Fall: 8th Century Prophets, "Redaction and Composition in Isaiah, Amos and Micah." Spring: Race, Ethnicity and the Bible |
M 100-430 Adam |
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M 100-500 Menn, Thomas |
MTS B 430 |
The Psalms Course will combine a study of some broader issues of the Book of Psalms (history of interpretation, Hebrew poetry, the Psalter as a collection, and the use of history in the Psalms), with exegetical study of individual psalms. |
R 9-1150 Knowles |
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MTS B 432 |
Chronicles, Ezra and Nehemiah The course will analyze the contents of these books in the social and religious context of the post exilic period, looking especially at the means of which they construe and create the temple, the people, the city, and the convenant. |
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R 900-1150 Knowles |
NBTS OT 301 |
The Pentateuch A historical, critical and theological study of the first five books of the Old Testament. |
M 400-640 Mariottini |
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NBTS OT 302 |
The Former Prophets An introductory study of historical, political, religious and social issues in Joshua, Judges, Samuel and Kings |
4 Sats & online Pickut |
M 400-640 Mariottini |
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NPTS BIBL 5141 |
The Book of Isaiah Seeks to provide knowledge of the over-arching content and original cultural and historical settings. Attention to literary genres, critical issues and inter-biblical interpretations as they aid the interpretation of Isaiah's text. |
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TR 800-930 Bruckner |
TEDS OT 6216 |
Pentateuch and Historical Books Study Pentateuch with emphasis on historical and hermeneutical questions of Genesis; law-grace and Commandments; sacrifices, atonement and forgiveness; covenant form. Analyzes historical books emphasizing narrative, history and biblical account. |
TR 7:20-900a Averbeck |
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TEDS OT 6217 |
Poetic and Prophetic Books Examination of Near Eastern background, nature, purpose and form of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Song of Solomon, Ecclesiastes, Lamentations. Consideration of prophecy in ancient world and selected prophetic themes. Prereq: reading knowledge of Hebrew. |
M (& W 8/26) 6000-920 Hoffmeier, Monson |
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TEDS OT 8720 |
Advanced Hebrew Exegesis: Proverbs Exegesis with special attention to relevant theological issues, structure, central themes, and historical, cultural and literary contexts. |
W 1230-300 VanGemeren |
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TEDS OT 8911 |
Old Testament Studies I: Pentateuch and Historical Books Old Testament studies with a disciplined approach to the language, grammar/syntax, methodology and rigors of the academic study of the Old Testament. |
W 315-455 Monson, Averbeck |
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USML BI339 |
Jeremiah Among the writing prophets of the Old Testament, Jeremiah ranks next in importance after Isaiah. Called to the prophetic ministry in the 13th year of Josiah, he worked relentlessly to save his people and nation from a pending and sure calamity. |
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Akpunonu |
USML BI349 |
Job Literary and theological reading dealing with questions of theodicy as posed in the biblical book and in comparative ancient Near Eastern literature. Will also examine "Job theme" as it appears in modern literature. |
TF 915-1035 Schoenstene |
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USML BI360 |
Book of Daniel A didactic work in the apocalyptic genre on the events in Babylonia. Historically in the period of the Greeks in the reign of Antiochus IV Epiphanes. In addition to OT theological doctrines, Daniel develops eschatology, retribution, bodily resurrection. |
MR 1045-1205 Akpunonu |
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FALL |
WINTER |
SPRING |
CTS CH 325 |
Interpreting the Epistles Offers an introduction to both the Pauline and non-Pauline corpus. In addition to reading selected letters in light of ancient epistolography and rhetorical prractices, we will also pay attention to the historical situations of these letters. |
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T 2-5 Jennings |
CTU B4003 |
In the Footsteps of Paul: Greece and Turkey Travel course. |
TBA Bowe |
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CTU B4402 |
The Gospel of Mark Prereq B40001 |
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T 700-945 Brink, Senior |
CTU B4407 |
Gospel According to John Prereq: B4001 or equiv. |
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M 100-345 Bowe |
CTU B4408 |
Acts of the Apostles Prereq: B4001 or B4305 |
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J-Term M-F 100-345 Nguyen |
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CTU B4409 |
Revelation and Letters of John Prereq: B4001 or B4305 |
W 830-1115 Nguyen |
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CTU B5210 |
Gospel of John from the Greek Text Prereq B 4001 or equiv, Biblical Greek or reading competency in Biblical Greek. MA students, Auditors with perm. |
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M 100-345 Bowe |
G-ETS 12-625 |
Luke-Acts Study of the main themes of Luke-Acts through an exegetical and historical analysis of selected passages. Attention given to genre and the rhetorical devices that mediate the theology of the author. |
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T 800-1045 Vena |
G-ETS 12-632 |
NT Topics: I Peter Study of select New Testament books. May be repeated. Prereq: 12-500 |
M 630-930 Gibson |
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G-ETS 12-807 |
Romans Historical setting and theological argument of Paul's Letter to Rome, with emphasis on history of exegesis and use to form critical insights. Emphasis on contribution of Romans to ecumenical and Jewish-Christian dialogue. One or two units. Prereq: 12-502. |
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F 900-1200 Yeo |
LSTC B-332 |
Life and Letters of Paul |
W 230-600 Pickett |
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T 100-430 Pickett |
LSTC B-560 |
Philippians (Advanced Exegesis) |
W 100-430 Krentz |
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LSTC B-640 |
New Testament Graduate Biblical Seminar Fall: Gospel of Matthew. Spring: Performance Criticism of the New Testament. Dyanmics of orality, literacy and memory in ancient world. Investigate manuscripts, study NT selections as performance literature and perform them. |
T 100-430 Pickett |
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T 100-450 Rhoads |
MTS B 450 |
The Gospels Introduction to four canonical Gospels with special focus on the unique portrait of Jesus each presents. Major issues and methods for study of Gospel literature. Central emphasis on Christology; minor attention to the historical Jesus. Prereq: B 300. |
W 900-1150 Tanzer |
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MTS B 460 |
The Epistles of Paul Introduction to the seven Pauline letters most scholars agree are authentic to Paul, and to problems, methods, resources of understanding Paul, his letters, and his theology. |
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M 100-350 Lee |
NBTS NT 407-OL |
1 Corinthians |
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Online Cosgrove |
NPTS BIBL 5166 |
Ephesians and Colossians |
MW 1045-1200 Snodgrass |
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TEDS NT 5100 |
Ephesians Demonstration of inductive Bible study method and treatment of the special teaching of a particular book or books of the New Testament, based on the English text. |
R 910-1050 Lau |
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TEDS NT 6221 |
Synoptic Gospels and Johannine Literature Survey of the Gospels, Johannine letters and book of Revelation, with more intensive study of selected texts and issues, including NT background, evaluation of critical approaches, historical reliability, theological themes. Prereq: NT Greek Exegesis |
TR 130-245 Osborne |
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TEDS NT 6222 |
Acts, Pauline and General Epistles A survey of the appointed books, with more intensive study of selected texts and issues, including: apostolic history; historicity and message of Acts; life, mission and theology of Paul; evaluation of letters in their relationship to apostolic history. |
TR 300-415 Yarbrough |
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TEDS NT 7260 |
Romans Stress on theology of Paul, with consideration of distinctive emphases of the epistle: Paul's teaching on Judaism, salvation history, the power of sin, righteousness, the Holy Spirit, and the future of Israel. Prereq: reading knowledge of Greek |
R 130-400 Schnabel |
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Sch/Cs # |
Title/Description |
FALL |
WINTER |
SPRING |
G-ETS 12-541 |
Elementary Greek I Essential forms and principles of New Testament Greek. Credit given upon satisfactory completion of both 12-541 and 12-542. |
WF 845-1045 Sheppard |
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G-ETS 12-542 |
Elementary Greek II Completes and continues 12-541. Prereq: 12-541 |
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WF 845-1045 Sheppard |
LSTC B-01 |
Greek Pericopes |
M 1200-1250 Krentz |
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R 1200-1250 Krentz |
LSTC B-03 |
Advanced Greek Readings |
W 930-1030 Krentz |
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M 930-1030 Krentz |
LSTC BL-307 |
Biblical Greek An introduction to Greek, designed to equip students to use language in exegetical work. |
MTR 100-230 Haverly |
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MTS B 324 |
Introduction to Greek Exegesis I The first part of a nondivisible two-quarter sequence. An introduction to the principles of Greek grammar and vocabulary and to exegetical resources for studying the New Testament in its original language. Credit only upon completion of B 325. |
8/10-28, M-F 10-1130 & 130-3 Lee |
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MTS B 325 |
Introduction to Greek Exegesis II Completes introduction to Greek begun in B 324. |
MR 1030-1150 Lee |
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MTS B 489 |
Greek Exegesis III: Galatians A Greek exegetical course involving translation and interpretation of Galatians. Emphasis will fall on historical context, literary features, rhetorical function and hermeneutical implications. Prreq: B 300 and Greek I and II or equiv. |
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W 900-1050 Tanzer |
NPTS BIBL 5109 1/2 |
Beginning New Testament Greek I A survey of the rudiments of biblical Greek. The focus in on basic grammar, vocabulary, and the development of reading skills. |
1)MW 1045-1200; 2)MW 1045-1200 1)Lee; 2)Wilitts |
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NPTS BIBL 5110 |
Beginning New Testament Greek II A survey of the rudiments of biblical Greek. The focus is on basic grammar, vocabulary and the development of reading skills. |
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MW 130-300 Lee; TR 800-930 Willitts Lee; Willitts |
NPTS BIBL 5111 |
Introduction to New Testament Greek Exegesis Procedures and tools used in exegetical process, textual criticism, translation, synthax, theological applications, application to ministry. Experience gained through exegesis of a New Testament book. Prereq: BIBL 5108 or BIBL 5109-5110. |
TR 1045-1200; online Chester; TBD |
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NPTS BIBL 5112 |
New Testament Greek Readings The course is designed to increase the facility of students to read and translate New Testament Greek. Pass/fail. Prereq: BIBL 5109 and 5110. |
M 100-150 Lee |
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M 130-300 Chester |
TEDS NT 4030 |
Beginning Greek I Phonology, morphology and grammar of New Testament Greek with readings in the Johannine literature or the Thessolonian correspondence and vocabulary development. |
TR 910-1050 Otten |
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TEDS NT 4038 |
Greek Review Review of the elements of New Testament Greek, giving special attention to vocabulary, verbal forms and grammar. |
TR 130-245 Cuany |
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TEDS NT 5210 |
New Testament Greek Exegesis I Study in the use of Greek for the interpretation and application of the New Testament. Included are review of morpology, survey of syntax, introduction to textual criticism, and study of exegetical methodology. |
TR 7:20-900a Schnabel |
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TEDS NT 5211 |
New Testament Greek Exegesis II Further study in the use of Greek for the interpretation and application of the New Testament. |
TR 1:30-3:10 Harris |
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TEDS NT 5212 |
New Testament Greek Exegesis III Advanced study in the analysis of selected New Testament passages with a view to sermon preparation. |
T 1:30-3:10 Harris |
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T 720-900am Schnabel |
Sch/Cs # |
Title/Description |
FALL |
WINTER |
SPRING |
CTS CH 344 |
History of Christian Thought I: Foundations A survey of significant theological, social and political movements of the early Christian church through the late Middle Ages, focusing on the Western church. |
T 900-1200 Speller |
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CTU FT4000 |
Tradition: Sources through History |
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T 100-345 McCarron, Cavazos-Gonzalez |
G-ETS 13-501 |
History of Christian Thought and Practice I Survey of key developments in Christian thought and practice from the post-apostolic period to the present. 4 sem hrs |
T 630-930 Papandrea |
J-term M-F 8-1230 & W 130-330 TBA |
T 630-930 Papandrea |
G-ETS 13-502 |
History of Christian Thought & Practice II Survey of key developments in Christian thought and practice from the post-apostolic period to the present. |
T 630-930 Murphy |
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TR 900-1030 Stein |
LSTC H-301A/B |
Church History I A thematic explanation of major events, personalities and movements in the history of the church during the early, medieval and Reformation periods, particularly in the West with emphasis on the church's theology, institutions and context. |
A)T 800-1050; B)M 630-930 A)Vethanayagamony; B)Swanson |
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LSTC H-302 |
Church History II An introduction to world Christianity since the Reformation, designed to clarify in broad perspective the movements that have shaped the Christian community to the present time. |
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T 800-1050 Hendel |
LSTC H-605 |
Graduate Historical Seminar: Historiography and Method Survey |
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R 100-400 Swanson |
MTS H 300 |
History Survey I Surveys history of Christianity as a world movement by exploring the formation and development of major epochs: ancient, medieval, Reformation, modern. |
M 6-850 Sawyer |
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R 600-850 Sawyer |
MTS H 301A/B |
History Survey II Surveys history of Christianity as a world movement by exploring the formation and development of major epochs: ancient, medieval, Reformation, modern. |
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A)T 100-350; B)W 600-850 Daniels |
MTS H 340 |
Reading the Church Mothers and Fathers Class will introduce ministry and research students to diversity of doctrine and practice of the early church, provide resources for contemporary ministry informed by early church wisdom and to introduce methods and resources to study the early church. |
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J-Term M 600-930, Jan 11-14, 19-22 Sawyer |
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NBTS CH 301 |
Early and Medieval Christianity An examination of Christian life and thought from the first to the fifteenth centuries. |
T 400-600 Hamstra |
3 S in Elgin & online Hamstra |
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NBTS CH 302 |
Reformation and Modern Christianity A study of the development of the Christian movement from the 16th to the 21st centuries. |
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T 400-640 Heinze |
3 S in Elgin & online Hamstra |
NPTS HSTY 5200 |
Christian Heritage I Basic introduction to history of the Christian church from apostolic times through the Middle Ages, with emphasis on expansion of the church, persons, institutional growth, and theological development. |
T 630-930 TBA |
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NPTS HSTY 5201 |
Christian Heritage II: The Reformation and Modern Church HSTY 5200 is continued in this study from the Reformation to the present. Special attention will focus on the institutional and theological diversity of the modern world church in its cultural settings. |
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MW 800-930 Anderson |
NPTS HSTY 6210 |
Christian Tradition and Mission This introductory course surveys the history of Christian life and thought from the early church to the present. Focusing on persons, events and developing traditions, also examines the missional life of the Christian church. MACE & MACM only. |
R 330-600 TBA |
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TEDS CH 5010 |
History of Christianity Development of Christianity to present: patristic period, ecumenical councils, cultural and theological synthesis of Middle Ages, Protestant Reformation, classical Prostestant orthodoxy, denominations, secularism, revisals, missionary expansion. |
W 730-1050 Manetsch |
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Sch/Cs # |
Title/Description |
FALL |
WINTER |
SPRING |
CTS CH 367 |
History and Polity of the United Church of Christ A study of the history, structure, theology and practices of the United Church of Christ, including its antecedents: the Congregational Christian Churches and the Evangelical and Reformed Church. This course meets current UCC requirements for ordination. |
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R 630-930 Thomas |
CTS CH 390a |
United Methodist History A course to partially fulfill the requirements for ordination in the United Methodist Church. |
TBA Percell |
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CTS CH 390b |
United Methodist Doctrine A course to partially fulfill the requirement for ordination in the United Methodist Church |
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J-Term TBA Percell |
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CTS CH 390c |
United Methodist Polity A course to partially fulfill the requirements for ordination in the United Methodist Church. |
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TBA Percell |
CTS CH 402 |
The "Great Books" of Judaism: An Introduction to the People of the Book after the Bible An overview of Jewish thought and practice utilizing grreat works of Jewish literature from rabbinic period to modernity. Texts include: Talmud, Midrash, selected works of medieval philosophy, commentary, codes, kabbalah, Heschel, Wiesel, Buber and more. |
T 900-1200 Mikva |
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CTU CH4302 |
Earliest Christian Traditions in Asia |
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J-Term M-F 830-1115 Kaserow |
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LSTC C/H-530 H/C-530 |
History of Christianity in Asia |
M 100-400 Vethanayagomony |
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LSTC W-530 |
History of Religious Thought in Islam Introduction to legal, theological, philosophical and spiritual traditions within Islam. Examine major themes and work of seminal figures with attention to ways in which these traditions are being shaped, challenged, or reasserted today. |
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W 100-400 Aasi, Swanson |
ML H394INT/394 |
Unitarian Universalist History Overview of Unitarian, Universalist, and Unitarian Universalist history from the beginning to the present. Explore in depth some aspect of that history. Structured to provide information necessary to meet MFC requirement for history and polity. Online. |
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J-Term Jan 11-15, 900-500 Bumbaugh |
W 900-1200 Bumbaugh |
ML H410INT |
History of Universalist, Unitarian and Unitarian Universalist Theologies through MFC Readings |
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J-Term Jan 25-29, 900-500 Renaud |
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ML M446INT |
Afro-Americans and the Universalists, Unitarians and Unitarian Universalists |
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J-Term Jan 25-29, 900-500 Morrison-Reed |
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MTS H 434 |
American Presbyterianism Survey using primary documents and historical interpretations to explore origins of institutions and issues within the contemporary church. Attention to revivals, doctrinal controversies, schisms and reunions of 19th and 20th centuries. |
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M 2-450 Sawyer |
MTS H 471 |
Global Pentecostalism A comparative study of the emergence and development of global pentecostalism as an indigenous Christian movement in North America, Africa and South America. Includes classical Pentecostalism, charismatic renewal, and African indigenous churches. |
M 100-350 Daniels |
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MTS H 485H |
Historia de la Iglesia Hispana en los E.E.U.U. El curso introducira al alumno a los origenes, desarrollo y estado actual de las iglesias hispanas en los E.E.U.U. Se pondra enfasis en la desarrollo de sus teologias, asi como las distintas eclesiologias que la han dado concercion historica. |
R 600-850 Rodriguez |
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MTS H/T 402 |
Reformed Tradition This course explores the history and theology of the Reformed tradition with a view to understanding its origins and development and its contemporary manifestations and relevance. |
T 1-350 Sawyer, Case-Winters |
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NPTS HSTY 7300 |
History and Theology of the Evangelical Covenant Church Study of the evangelical and pietistic tradition within which the Evangelical Covenant Church stands. Attention to the Reformation and to historic and theological development of Pietism in Sweden and North America in 19th and 20th centuries. |
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TR 945-1115 Anderson |
S-WTS CH 2000 |
The Anglican Ethos An exploration of the ways Anglicans do liturgy, theology and ministry. |
Online + 3 weekends TBA Hall |
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S-WTS CH 2001 |
Episcopal Church History and Polity The history of the Episcopal Church in North America in the general context of American religious experience. |
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J-Term Online & intensive class; Jan 11-22 - 1/2 days Doubleday & others |
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TEDS CH 7210 |
Patristics Introduction to Christian life and thought between close of the New Testament canon and beginnings of medieval period under Pope Gregory I (ca 600) with emphasis on the major church fathers through primary and relevant secondary sources. |
9/11-12, 10/9-10, 11/13-14, F 200-830, S 830-245 Armstrong |
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TEDS CH 8280 |
History of Fundamentalism and Evangelicalism Analysis of the history of Fundamentalism and Evangelicalism with particular reference to recent interpretations of these movements, and an emphasis on the question of Evangelical self-identity. |
R 1:30-4 Woodbridge |
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TEDS CH 8911 |
Colloquium in Historical Methodology I |
W 9/2-10/14 315-515 Manetsch,,,,, Sweeney, Woodbridge |
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USML HI436 |
American Catholicism: Vatican II into the Third Millenium This course will examine the significant themes and events that have contributed to the dramatic changes in the American Catholic Church since the end of the Second Vatican Council. |
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Zielinski |
USML SY415 |
Eastern Christianity Introduction to Byzantine contributions to Christian theology, spirituality, evangelization, art and architecture from development of imperial Church in Roman/Byzantine empire to the present. Illustrates place of Christ in Byzantine faith, theology. |
TF 1045-1205 Timko |
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Sch/Cs # |
Title/Description |
FALL |
WINTER |
SPRING |
CTS TEC 307 |
Systematic Theology (M.Div. required course) The nature of theological thinking and theological method. P non-CTS students. |
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T 9-12 Terrell |
CTS TEC 500 |
Theological Reflection Intensive A seminar examing diverse modes of theological interpretation aiming at developing skills in relating theological perspectives to the concrete human situation. P non-CTS students |
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J Term Jan 25-29 Haldeman |
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CTU D4201 |
Ecclesiology |
M 700-945 Chia |
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CTU DC4200 |
Christology and Culture |
W 700-945 Schreiter |
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CTU DC6000 |
Theological Anthropology in an Intercultural Perspective |
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T 830-1115 Schreiter |
CTU DE5200 |
Theological Methods |
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T 700-945 Schreiter |
CTU FA4000 |
Art of Doing Theology: Theological Methods |
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W 700-945 Bevans |
CTU FP4000 |
Pastoral Practice: The Theology of Ministry |
M 700-945 Fragomeni |
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CTU P2100 |
History of Ancient Philosophy |
M 1130-245 Kamalick |
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CTU P2103 |
Contemporary Philosophy |
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M 100-345 O'Connor |
CTU P2180 |
Philosophy for Future Theologians |
W 830-1115 Fayle |
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CTU P2220 |
Critical Thinking and Applied Logic |
R 1130-245 O'Connor |
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G-ETS 21-505 |
Introduction to Theology Develops a basic understanding of key doctrinal themes such as Trinity, Christology, pneumatology, soteriology, ecclesiology, anthropology, creation and eschatology. Explores theological questions and role of doctrine in the church. |
R 630-930 Ray |
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A)R 630-930; B)F 915-1215 A)Detloff; B)Bedford |
G-ETS 21-506 |
Doctrine of God - Doctrine of Creation Examination of key issues and basic theological questions relating to monotheism, atheism, idolatry, Trinitarian doctrine, language about God and the doctrine of creation. Analysis of the relationship between these loci and those studied in 21-507&8. |
M 630-930 Vaux |
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T 800-1045 Ray |
G-ETS 21-507 |
Christology - Theological Anthropology Examination of key issues and basic theological questions concerning Jesus Christ and the human person. Among the topics explored are Jesus and Judaism, kingdom of God, death and resurrection of Jesus, theodicy, anthropodicy and theosis. |
A)M 630-930; B)T 800-1045 Joh |
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R 315-600 Bedford |
LSTC T-305A/B |
Systematic Theology I Exposes students to classic theological statements in Catholic Christianity and in the Lutheran tradition. Also addresses the global and multicultural mission of the church and how Christian and Lutheran identity is defined by context. Pre-req: H-301 Chur |
A)MW 930-1050; B)T 630-930 (Both include Monday Reading Group 830-920a A)Westhelle; B)Rodriguez |
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LSTC T-306A/B |
Systematic Theology II Second course in sequence providing survey of basic doctrines of Christian faith; helping students develop their own theological perspectives. Course presents an analysis and articulation of Christology, ecclesiology and eschatology. Pre-req: H-301. |
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A)T 800-1050; B)M 630-930 A)Rodriguez; B)Westhelle |
LSTC WL-407 |
Arabic I |
R 100-400 Beheiry |
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LSTC WL-408 |
Arabic II |
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R 100-400 Sherbel |
LSTC WL-409 |
Arabic III |
R 100-400 Saadi |
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LSTC WL-410 |
Arabic IV |
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R 100-400 Saadi |
ML TS441 |
TS441 Introduction to Theology |
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W 130-430 Hogue |
MTS I 478 |
Seminar in Research Methods For Masters students. Teaches "how to" of effective argumentation; examines and critiques models of methodologies from the various fields. Students will develop and refine rresearch proposals. Prereq: coursework in three fields. |
T 600-850 Cathey |
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MTS T 300 |
Introduction to Christian Theology Introduction to contents, methods, and resources of coherent and responsible Christian thinking. Attention to understanding and interpreting basic Christian doctrines. |
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T 500-900 Cathey, Rivera |
MTS T 431 |
Process Theology Introduction to process thought, exploring the contributions of process philosophy to Christian theology. |
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W 900-1150 Case-Winters |
NBTS IN 303 |
Research Methodology |
R 700-940 Bailey |
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NBTS TH 301 |
Christian Theology I Introduction to theological construction, the historical and traditional sources of theology, and how theology relates to the practice of ministry. |
M 700-940 Bacote |
3 Sat in Elgin & online Scandrett |
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NBTS TH 302 |
Christian Theology II Course assists the student in doing theological construction, engagement with the historical and traditional sources of theology and the practice of ministry. |
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M 700-940 Bacote |
3 Sat in Elgin & online Scandrett |
NPTS THEO 5102 |
Research Methods An introduction to the sources, methods and communication of research in each theological field. Required for MATS; recommended for students entering further graduate work. |
W 330-600 Clifton-Soderstrom |
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NPTS THEO 5330 |
Survey of Christian Doctrine Survey major doctrines of Christian faith. Equip students to know how doctrines use scripture, tradition and cultural forms in their construction and expression. MACE & MACM only. |
TR 800-915a Laytham |
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NPTS THEO 6330 |
Christian Theology This is the study of the foundation of human existence, salvation and hope (the Triune God) as seen by Chrstian faith, and of the central expression of the Christian faith, the person and work of Jesus Christ as attested in Scripture. |
TR 200-315 Laytham |
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NPTS THEO 7190 |
Eastern Theological Tradition Survey of great Christian thinkers of Eastern (Orthodox) tradition from beginnings to post-communist era. Focus on development of classical Christian faith in Church Fathers and Ecumenical Councils from 2nd through 14th centuries. |
W 630-930 Nassif |
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TEDS ID 4021 |
Theological French I An introduction to French vocabulary, grammar, and the reading of French theological texts. |
M 500-730 & W 8/26 Klauber |
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TEDS ID 7900 |
Theological Research Methods The techniques for gaining bibliographical control over the litereature of theological subjects, as well as attention to the planning, preparation and writing of theses are covered in this class. |
M 4-5:40 (& W 8/26) Compton |
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TEDS ST 5000 |
Survey of Doctrine Course covers the nature of theology, revelation, Scripture, the triune God, creation, providence, humanity, sin, the person and work of Christ, the person and work of the Holy Spirit, salvation, the church, the church and Israel, the last things. |
W 700-930 Fields |
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TEDS ST 5101 |
Theology I: Introduction to Theology This course begins by clarifying the nature, method and necessity of theology. Discussion then moves to the doctrine of Scripture, including revelation, inspiration, illumination and inerrancy. |
W 1230-300 Sung |
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TEDS ST 5102 |
Theology II: Christ, Man, Sin and Salvation Treats the nature of man including original sin, imputation of sin, and the nature and consequences of individual acts of sin. Discussion focuses on both the atoning work of Christ and on the application of the work of Christ by the Holy Spirit. |
M 8:15-10:45 Sung |
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TEDS ST 5103 |
Theology III: Holy Spirit, Church and Last Things Course begins with study of the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Focus shifts to the doctrine of the church. The course concludes with a treatment of the Last Things in relation to individuals and in relation to the church, Israel and the nations. |
W 1230-300 Fields |
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CTS TEC 531B |
Paul Tillich II An advanced seminar on the thought of Paul Tillich. (May be taken independently of TEC 531A Tillich I) |
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T 630-930 Moore |
CTU C5002 |
The Message and the Messenger |
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W 830-1115 Alexander, Aasi |
CTU D4011 |
Theology of Thomas Aquinas |
TR 1130-1245 O'Meara |
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CTU D5001 |
Theology of Edward Schillebeeckx |
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M 830-1115 Sison |
CTU H5020 |
Theology Between the Councils: Catholic Theology 1870-1960 Blended course. Meets Feb 6, Mar 27 & May 8. MA seminar in a Historical period of Theology |
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S 900-300 Markey |
CTU P2401 |
Philosophical Texts: Augustine's Confessions |
W 830-1115 Fayle |
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G-ETS 13-608 |
Theology of Martin Luther Introduction to Luther's life and theological contribution through study of his sermons, treatises and letters. |
F 100-900, S 900-1200 Stein |
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G-ETS 21-543 |
Contemporary Jewish Life Major theological currents in modern Judaism and their relationship to general philosophy and theology. History of Jewish communities, institutions and problems in the last 200 years. Religious structure of contemporary Jewish community. |
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T 110-300 Schaalman |
G-ETS 21-862 |
Contemporary Theologians: Bonhoeffer Seminar on major figures in theology. May be repeated. |
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T 630-930 Vaux |
G-ETS 21-866 |
Readings in Wesley This class will expose the student to a variety of literary genres from the works of John Wesley, focusing on themes such as doctrine, discipleship, ministry and social ethics. |
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R 800-1045 Bryant |
LSTC C/T-T/C-434 |
Theology of Martin Luther King Jr. An in-depth analysis of the theology and praxis of Martin Luther King Jr., wrestling with the philosophical and theological principles he employed and their relevance in today's theological marketplace. |
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R 100-400 Echols, Pero |
LSTC H-360A/B |
Lutheran Confessional Heritage Introduction to the classical confessions of the Lutheran Reformation: their origins and relation to Scripture and creeds; their theological and practical content; their implications for Lutheran identity, pastoral practice and ecumenical relations. |
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A)M 800-1050; B)T 630-930 A)Hendel; B)Schweitz |
LSTC T/C-C/T-434 |
Theology of Martin Luther King Jr. An in-depth analysis of the theology and praxis of Martin Luther King Jr., wrestling with the philosophical and theological principles he employed and their relevance in today's theological marketplace. |
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R 100-400 Echols, Pero |
ML M444OL |
Unitarianism: A Global Vision Registration preference for students residing outside North America. Contact Registrar for wait list if residing in North America. |
TBA Rahman |
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MTS T 404 |
Who is Jesus Christ Today Course investigates christology as an open-ended quest to understand and follow Jesus Christ as the past, present and future coming of God's Word, Power and Wisdom for the redemption of creation. |
T 6-850 Cathey |
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F 900-1150 Cathey |
MTS T 421 |
Karl Barth Without Apology Course avoids tiresome apologies for Barth's idiosyncrasies in order to focus on his enduring gift: a theology that is scriptural, modern and ecclesial for persons engaged in church and society today. |
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J-Term M-F 900-100, Jan 4-8, 11-15 Cathey |
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MTS T/H 402 |
Reformed Tradition This course explores the history and theology of the Reformed tradition with a view to understanding its origins and development and its contemporary manifestations and relevance. |
T 1-350 Case-Winters, Sawyer |
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NPTS THEO 6332 |
Thought of Wendell Berry |
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J-Term Jan 11-15, 800-430 Laytham, Phelan |
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S-WTS TH 2000 |
Anglican Theology and Ethics The breadth and variety of theologies and ethics in the worldwide Anglican Communion as well as "classic" Anglican theologians and moral theologians. |
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Online & intensive 3 wkends TBA Wondra |
TEDS CH 8330 |
Calvin |
T 8:15-10:45 Manetsch |
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USML SY346 |
Mariology: Contemporary Perspectives Many fundamental theological questions meet in the study of Mariology: Christology, Christian anthropology, the Church, questions of the Reformation. Review Church's teachings and investigate how they are received in ecumenical and feminist theology. |
MR TBA de Gaal |
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CTS TEC 300 |
Public Theology Course will cover "discerning theological themes" in U.S. public discourse and learning to write and speak on these themes in a theologically/biblically grounded way. Requirements include writing op eds and doing mock radio interviews. |
Online w/ Intro Int 9/18,19; F 5-9, S 9-5 Thistlethwaite |
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CTS TEC 390 |
Introduction to the Study of Black Faith and Life This course will explore the critical themes, disciplines and thinkers important to the study of Black faith and Black life. The discussion will be afrocentric in focus, interreligious and socially comprehensive in scope. |
T 2-5 Butler |
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CTS TEC 404 |
Good and Evil Examination of Christian interpretations of good and evil from historic and contemporary theological perspectives. Develop constructive position and use that perspective to interpret one historic and one contemporary situation. |
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T 9-12 Thistlethwaite |
CTS TEC 406 |
Eating and Drinking with Jesus: Theology of the Eucharist Biblical, historical and anthropological perspectives on eating and drinking provide the foundation for re-thinking the doctrine and the practice of the Eucharist. |
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CTS TEC 414 |
Theology of Art This course examines the ideas of the aesthetic and art in the history of Christian thought. After a historical survey, some contemporary reflections on art will also be examined. |
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W 1-5 Seo |
CTS TEC 462 |
Issues in Pastoral Theology Course will explore the issues of theological anthropology as they relate to search for human wholeness, justice and love. Biblical texts will be woven with psychological theories to encourage usage of Scripture when reflecting theologically. |
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T 2-5 Butler |
CTS TEC 484 |
Theological and Ethical Perspectives on AIDS and Violence Examine theologicl and ethical perspectives on the pandemics of AIDS and violence as they affect policy and theology and ask, How may historical doctrines be freshly interpreted in order to mediate a humane response? |
R 9-12 Terrell |
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CTS TEC 486 |
Black Religions and Spiritualities in Post-modern Context In this course we will examine Black religions in the U.S. and will explore the trajectories of Black spiritualities from the civil rights era to the post-modern context. |
M 2-5 Terrell |
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CTS TEC 505A |
God and Philosophy The course will introduce and examine the theological themes arising out of recent continental philosophy. It will also include an understanding of how God has been understood or appropriated in modern philosophy. |
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M 2-5 Seo |
CTS TEC 512 |
Nietzsche and Kierkegaard This seminar will take up primary texts of both thinkers in an attempt to understand their contributions and challenges to modern western philosophy and the im/possibilities of faith. |
T 630-930 Schneider |
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CTS TEC 561 |
Psychopathology in Theological Perspective A phenomenological examination of psychopathology will be the occasion for theological reflection on the nature and dynamics of alienation, sin and evil as manifest in human personality. |
W 2-5 Moore |
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CTS TEC 591 |
Topics in Interreligious Dialogue Through introduction to the texts and traditions of another world religion, this course will build bases for inter-religious underestanding and dialogue. |
R 9-12 Schneider |
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CTS TEC 595A |
Master's Seminar Reading and discussion of prominent figures in social and human sciences as appropriated by theologians. Emphases will be on different ways of approaching theology. P non-CTS students. |
M 630-930 dates TBA TBA |
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CTS TEC 595B |
Master's Seminar Reading and discussion of prominent figures in social and human sciences as appropriated by theologians. Emphases will be on different ways of approaching theology. P non-CTS students. |
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M 630-930 (dates TBA) TBA |
CTS TEC 603 |
Philosophical Thought The course builds philosophical foundations for beginning doctoral students. |
R 9-12 Seo |
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CTS TEC 605 |
20th Century Theology Seminar for advanced degree students covering significant developments in theology in the 20th century. Focus on the emergence of new voices and the theological precedents for them. P non-CTS students. L |
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R 9-12 Jennings |
CTU D4200 |
Christology |
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W 100-345 Sison |
CTU D4330 |
Theological Themes in Christian-Jewish Relationship |
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W 830-1115 Pawlikowski |
CTU P2301 |
Perspectives in the Philosophy of Death |
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T 630-915 Stark |
CTU P2403 |
Philosophical Texts: International Readings in Political Philosophy |
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T 830-1115 Fayle |
G-ETS 21-508 |
Pneumatology, Ecclesiology, Eschatology Examination of key issues and basic theological questions relating to the Spirit, the Church and the Last Things. Among topics explored are the filioque, baptism, eucharist, ministry and eschatology as a doctrine of hope. |
F 915-1215 Bedford |
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R 630-930 Deasy |
G-ETS 21-801A |
Topics in Theology: Sin, Evil and the Travail of Christian Theology This course will focus on select texts while engaging in the critical and constructive tasks of systematic theology. May be repeated. Prereq: one of 21-505, 21-506, 21-507, or 21-508 |
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R 630-930 Ray |
G-ETS 21-801B |
Topics in Theology: Postcolonialism and Theology This course will focus on select texts while engaging in the critical and constructive tasks of systematic theology. May be repeated. Prereq: one of 21-505, 21-506, 21-507, or 21-508 |
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F 915-1215 Joh |
G-ETS 21-801C |
Topics in Theology: Process Thought Engaging Islam and the Qu'ran This course will focus on select texts while engaging in the critical and constructive tasks of systematic theology. May be repeated. Prereq: one of 21-505, 21-506, 21-507, or 21-508 |
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F 100-900, S 800-1200 Lodahl |
G-ETS 21-847 |
Global Feminist Theology and Biblical Interpretation Emerging feminist theologies in Latin America, Asia, Africa. Study of social and historical background for emergence of these theologies, providing context for liberation and enculturation themes. Theological focus on anthropology, sin, and redemption. |
R 315-600 Bedford, C. Anderson |
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G-ETS 41-681C |
Travel: Intercultural Immersion in Theology: Mexico Cross-cultural immersion experiences in various ministries and communities with theological reflection. May be repeated. May have pre-reqs |
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J-Term Jan 4-16; Pre-mtg Nov Bedford |
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LSTC B/C/I/T-400 |
Senior Interdisciplinary Seminar Focuses on theological meaning of hope and its nurture by those who practice ministry. Spring: Race, Ethnicity and the Bible |
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M 200-500 Menn, Thomas |
LSTC C/T-472 |
Identity and Difference: The Intersection of Race, Ethnicity, Gender, Class and Sexuality |
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J-Term Jan 11-15, 930-1230 & 130-430 Thomas |
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LSTC T-410 |
Nature Writing in Theological Perspective |
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MWF 900-400, May 17,19,21,24,26,28 Saler |
LSTC T-450 |
Constructive Theology (Senior Seminar) A course to help students articulate and express their theological positions in relation to the Christian tradition and their own experiences in ministry. Pre-req: Systematic Theology I and II. |
W 200-500 Thomas |
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W 800-1050 Westhelle |
LSTC T-456 |
Epic of Creation Scientists present scientific story of emergence and evolution of the universe, life,and humans; biblical scholars provide exegeses of biblical story of creation; and theologians offer theological reflections on the Epic of Creation. |
M 630-930 Woloschak |
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LSTC T-601 |
Graduate Theological Seminar: Sources and Resources Course emphasizes the study of primary texts, both historical and contemporary, that will help students clarify their own methodological styles. (For post-M.Div. Students in Christian theology; others admitted with permission of instructor.) |
T 630-930 Westhelle |
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LSTC T-603 |
Graduate Theological Seminar: Concepts and Issues: Theology of Delores S. Williams Emphasizes methodology, introducing basic concepts and issues that will help student clarify their own methodological styles. (For post-M.Div students in Christian theology; others admitted with permission of instructor). |
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T 630-930 Thomas |
LSTC T-672 |
Advanced Seminar in Religion and Science This seminar will focus on the "hard problem--consciousness, experience and mind." A number of theologians and scientists will participate in the seminar, followed by a series of sessions designed for the involvement of advanced students. |
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M 630-930 Schweitz |
LSTC T/M/I-400 |
Senior Interdisciplinary Seminar: Future of Creation |
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T 630-930 Stewart |
ML M439 |
Leading Theological Discussion in Our Congregations |
T 130-430 Taylor |
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ML TS325INT |
Religious Humanism |
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J-Term 1/11-15, 9-5 Murry |
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MTS T 435 |
Religious Pluralism Introduction to intra- and inter-religious models and strategies for ministry with persons and communities of more than one faith. Focuses on diversity of faith communities in Chicago area through the work of the Parliament for the World's Religions. |
F 9-1150 Cathey, Hashim |
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MTS T 445 |
The Unity of the Church: Ecumenical Dialogue Today Examine theological content of recent ecumenical conversations. Inquire into nature of church's unity and evaluate developments to understand why they have occurred and what they portend for the church's future shape. |
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T 100-350 Case-Winters |
MTS T 449 |
God and Nature Our ecological crisis requires humans to find more responsible and sustainable patterns for living. Crucial are theological questions about God's relation to the world and place of humans in nature. Course draws upon traditional and contemporary sources. |
R 600-850 Case-Winters |
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NBTS TH 406 |
Christianity and Pluralism |
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R 700-940 Fitch |
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NBTS UR 405 |
Toward a Theology of Urban Ministry Course will analyze recent efforts to articulate theology for urban ministry and confront basic theological issues raised by the urban context. |
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M 700-940 Price |
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NPTS THEO 6334 |
Theological Foundations of Justice |
M 330-600 Sheppard |
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NPTS THEO 7350 |
Doctrinal Topic An in-depth study of a selected doctrine or theological theme in its historical and systematic context. Course may be repeated with different doctrines. Limit 15 |
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TR 945-1115; R 130-445 Laytham |
SCUPE B-Th 302 |
Urban Principalities and the Spirit of the City Drawing from recent theological work on the biblical language of "principalities and powers," course examines the profound spiritual realities basic to understanding and transforming the social, economic and political structures of our urban world. |
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2/5-6, 12-13, 19-20; F 1-9, S 9-5 Wylie-Kellermann |
SCUPE M 304 |
Christology and Culture Using narrative hermeneutic, Christology is examined from a global, cultural and liberation perspective, and its significance for urban ministry. Students gain an understanding of the diversity of cultural images used to communicate the meaning of Jesus. |
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3/12-13, 19-20, 26-27; F 1-9, S 9-5 Perkinson |
TEDS PR 5500 |
Apologetics This course trreats the nature, methods and issues involved in defending a Christian worldview in an increasingly pluralistic age. |
T 320-500 Feinberg |
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TEDS PR 7705 |
Religious Epistemology Examination of the ways of knowing and tests for truth with emphasis on the problems of religious knowledge and their implications for theological issues. |
FS 10/2-3, 11/6-7, 12/4-5 F 300-930, S 900-1200 Yandell |
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TEDS PR 7715 |
Theism Study theistic arguments (ontological, cosmological, teleological and moral) and the internal coherence of such edivine attributes as necessity, omnipotence and onmiscience. |
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2/26-27,3/26-27, 4/30-5/1 F 100-930 Yandell |
TEDS PR 8000-01 |
Seminar: Current Issues in Philosophy of Religion Implications for Christian thought including questions concerning the concept of God, the nature and possibility of the miraculous, freedom and determinism, religion and science. |
W 815-1045a McCall |
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TEDS ST 7715 |
Political Theologies A course designed to clarify what constitutes a "political theology" and to investigate the biblical and theological bases of representative political theologies. Focus on such systems as liberation theology, black theology and feminist theology. |
R 1:30-4 Fields |
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TEDS ST 8030 |
Problem of Evil An examination of one of the traditional problems for Christian Theism. After initially clarifying the nature of this attack against theirm, discussion turns to different defenses and theodicies offered in response to this problem. |
W 1230-300 Feinberg |
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TEDS ST 8050 |
Pneumatology |
T 815-1045 Cole |
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USML SY308 |
Theological Issues in Hispanic Ministry Focuses on development of theological reflection flowing from engagement in pastoral realities and problems of the Hispanic community in the United States. Will explore the work of Hispanic theologians. |
MR 915-1035 Hebden |
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USML SY309 |
Soteriology This course considers the dynamics of salvation in the Roman Catholic tradition. It attempts to answer the question: How does the death and resurrection of Christ initiate a dynamic of transformation and renewal in human history. |
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Hebden |
USML SY424 |
Satan and Satanism Why are young people today turning to Satan, to follow and worship him? Who is he in our tradition? How is belief in him and the fallen angels rooted in the Bible? |
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Meyer |
USML SY429 |
NCTI Fall Seminar: Global Theologies Explore dimensioins of theology opened by globalization. Several discussion topics with variety of perspectives. Special attention to how these questions present challenges to evangelism, apologetics and ecumenism. See USML website. |
TBA Baima, NCTI |
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CTS TEC 321 |
Christian Ethics Introduction to history, methods and sources of Christian ethics, with attention to diversity of voices and practices in contemporary Christian ethics. Includes analysis and reflection on cutting-edge social issues. |
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W 630-930 Terrell |
CTU E4001 |
Living the Moral Life |
W 700-945 Nothwehr |
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M 100-345 Ahneer |
CTU EH5320 |
The Making of Moral Theology |
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W 100-345 Nothwehr |
CTU EMP4100 |
Justice, Peace, the Integrity of Creation and Reconciliation: Living the Values of the Reign of God |
T 830-1115 Nothwehr |
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M 700-945 Pawlikowski |
G-ETS 22-506 |
Christian Moral Theology To introduce students to the principal historical, theological and philosophical sources of Christian moral theology. Particular attention will also be devoted to examining moral questions within the context of Christian community and ministry. |
W 800-1045 Waters |
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M 630-930 Vaux |
G-ETS 22-857/31-808 |
Moral Theology Topics In-depth analysis of selected topics or writers in Christian moral theology. May be repeated. Spring: Liturgy and Ethics |
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M 630-930 Waters, R. Anderson |
G-ETS 22-857A/B |
Moral Theology Topics In-depth analysis of selected topics or writers in Christian moral theology. May be repeated. Fall A: Jew, Christian, Muslim; Fall B: Marriage and Family in Christian Social and Political Thought. |
A)T 630-930; B)R 630-930 A)Vaux; B) Waters |
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LSTC E-310 |
Introduction to Christian Ethics A study of the sources, structure and dynamics of Christian ethics, with reference to current problems of personal and public life. |
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W 630-930 Perry |
LSTC E-370 |
Church and Society: a Lutheran Perspective This course will focus on critical examination of the social ethical tradition of the Lutheran church. Special attention to inherited tradition and contemporary interpretations of Lutheran social ethics. Field visits. |
W 630-930 Perry |
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LSTC E-501 |
Christian Social Thought |
M 630-930 Perry |
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MTS E 300 |
Introduction to Contemporary Christian Ethics Introduction to content and methods of Christian ethical thought. What is Christian ethics? What are ways of doing Christian ethics, and what are its primary sources? How are methods and sources used in analyzing ethical problems? |
W 100-350 Ayres |
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M 100-350 Ayres |
MTS E/MIN 326 |
Thoughtful Christian |
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M 100- Ayres |
NBTS TE 301 |
Introduction to Christian Ethics An investigation of the Christian moral ideal and principles of judgment and action, especially as they relate to contemporary life. |
3 S in Elgin & online Cosgrove |
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NPTS MNST 6313 |
Eco-Justice: A Vision for Sustainable City |
10/2-3, 16-17, 23-24 F 1-9, S 9-5 SCUPE |
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NPTS THEO 7220 |
Christian Ethics and the Church A study of biblical-theological foundations for the Christian ethical life. Role of congregation and other church structures in the pursuit of justice in society is examined. Five issues confronting the church and society treated contextually. |
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TR 800-930a Laytham; TR 130-300 Clifton-Soderstrom Laytham; Clifton-Soderstrom |
TEDS ST 5200 |
Christian Ethics Biblical perspectives on contemporary ethical issues facing the church and minister: divorce, abortion, euthanasia, genetic control, sex, war, racism, ecology, personal lifestyle and the church's social responsibilities. |
M 1230-300 McCall |
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USML CL343 |
The Meaning of Suffering Human suffering is part of the human condition and accepted without rationale. Course will seek a rationale for human suffering and look for spiritual meaning in the documents of the Magisterium. |
MR 915-1015 Boyle |
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CTS CH 416 |
Dangerous Religious Ideas Religion has been a force for goodness and a pretext for violence. This class explores "dangerous" ideas in Judaism, Christianity and Islam to understand potentially constructive and destructive aspects of each concept. |
W 630-930 Mikva |
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CTS TEC 526 |
Frontier Questions in Queer Ethics Class will explore questions of sexual ethics raised by pornography, paederasty, prostitution and other boundary situations using the resources of gay and queer theory. |
M 2-5 Jennings |
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CTU DE4300 |
Imagine the Reign of God: Social Justice and Global Cinema |
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J-Term M-F 100-345 Sison |
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CTU E4201 |
Women, Work and Ethics |
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W 100-345 Wolfe |
CTU E4205 |
Natural Law and Christian Ethics |
M 830-1115 Fornasari |
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CTU E4315 |
Medical Ethics Blended online & 3 Sat |
3 Sa 900-300 Brinkman |
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CTU E4405 |
Sexual Ethics for the Christian |
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M 100-345 Wolfe |
CTU E5100 |
Holocaust and Genocide: Ethical Reflections |
R 830-1115 Pawlikowski |
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CTU E5106 |
A Free Market Economy, Ethics and Globalization World has accepted this way to increase general prosperity, reduce poverty and promote general welfare. Explore real strengths of a market economy, why ethics is basic to its successful functioning, and its limitations. |
M 100-345 Ahner |
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CTU E5107 |
Catholic Environmental Ethics: Sources, Norm and Issues |
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R 830-1115 Nothwehr |
CTU E5210 |
Seminar on Politics and Christian Conscience |
S 830-1115 Fornasari |
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CTU P2300 |
Philosophical Ethics |
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R 830-1115 Fayle |
LSTC C/E/L/I-410 |
Senior Interdisciplinary Seminar: Bioethics in Multicultural World Wk 1: MWF 10-4; Wk 2: M 10-4; Field visits remainder of week; Wk 3: M Jan 18 - no class; WF 10-4 & 1-4 |
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J-Term 1000-400 with field visits Perry |
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LSTC M/L-477 |
Emotional Intelligence and Human Relations Skills |
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J-Term M-F days & some eves Jan 11-15 Oswald |
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ML E/M540INT |
Evil, Trauma, Ambiguity |
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J-Term Jan 19-22, TBA Pangerl |
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ML E453INT |
Problems in Public Ethics |
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J-term Jan 19-22 TBA Schulz, Welch |
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ML E456INT |
Aesthethics: Art, Ethics and Religion |
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J-Term Jan 11-22 900-1200 Hogue, Tolley |
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MTS E/MED 326 |
Thoughtful Christian |
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W 100-350 Ayres |
MTS MSX 402 |
Sexuality and the Black Church |
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600-930 Jan 5,7; 900-1230 Jan 9; 6-930 Jan 11,12,14,15,19,21,22 Mullen |
NBTS TE 415 |
Pastoral Ethics Course will focus on moral dilemmas a pastor will face in ministry as well as working out how each pastor will minister effectively in the 21st century. Spiritual disciplines will be explored as a means to develop a pattern for ministerial life. |
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S-WTS ET 5000 |
Economics, Sustainability and Christian Life The role of Christian faith and theology in facing economic and environmental challenges. |
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J-Term Online & Intensive Jan 25-29 Wondra |
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TEDS BE 5000 |
Introduction to Bioethics: Matters of Life and Death An overview of the Hippocratic/Judeo-Christian tradition in medical ethics against the background of biblical-theological discussion of human nature, medicine and healing, and as a context for the rise of the new bioethics. |
T 7-930 Kilner |
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TEDS BE 5300 |
Clinical Issues in Bioethics A clinician addresses such issues as clinical consultation, ethics committees, and the role of the pastor, with the help of case studies. |
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2/26-27,4/23-24; F 600-930, S 830-500 Orr |
TEDS BE 5500 |
Bioethics and Public Policy The interface of bioethics and public policy, with special attention to such topics as the early twentieth century eugenics movement, medicine in Nazi Germany, Roe v Wade, euthanasia, and the Human Genome Initiative. |
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2/25-26,4/22-23; R 230-930, F 9-4 Mitchell |
TEDS BE 6600 |
Classic Cases Many of the major issues of bioethics have been shaped by pivotal medical and legal cases. Examine those cases in detail as a springboard for understanding the larger ethical issues that they address. |
9/17-19, 11/5-7; R 130-930, F 430-900, S 830-430 Fletcher |
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TEDS BE 7700 |
Bioethics Seminar Topical course conducted as a seminar on a question such as autonomy and informed consent, healthcare systems, resource allocation, end-of-life decision-making. |
10/8-10, 11/19-21, R 630-930, FS 830-430 Mitchell |
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Title/Description |
FALL |
WINTER |
SPRING |
CTU C4310 |
Mission Integration |
T 830-1115 Grundges-Andraos |
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CTU C4700 |
Praxis for Cross-Cultural Transformation Homelessness |
TBA Gittins |
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W 700-945 Barbour, Doidge |
CTU CD4100 |
Inculturation and Dialogue: Ministry Across Boundaries |
R 830-1115 Sison |
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CTU CD6001 |
Inculturation DMin and MA students only. |
T 830-1115 Schreiter |
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G-ETS 34/21-628 |
Theology of Evangelism Course will equip students to formulate their own conceptualizations of evangelism through critically examining how various theologies and biblical teachings inform evangelism. |
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W 800-1045 Teasdale |
LSTC L/M-500 |
Mission Leadership |
F 900-400, 9/11, 18, 10/16, 30, 11/20, 12/11 Bouman |
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LSTC M-478 |
The Ecumenical Church in a Globalized World Geneva, Switzerland. Limit: 12 MDiv & MA students. Open to ELCA seminaries. Develop appreciation of what it means to be part of a global communion of churches, within an ecumenical context, as part of international community. Pick up LWF brochure at LSTC. |
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J Term Jan 6-20 Bloomquist |
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NBTS ME 302 |
Issues in Cross-Cultural Evangelism Course focuses on processes for nurturing biblically functioning communities in culturally diverse contexts. |
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M 400-640 Price |
NBTS ME 388 |
Missiology in Church and Culture This course explores the dynamic relationship between context, culture, Bible, theology and the church's life and mission. |
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M 700-940 Miller |
NPTS MNST 5151 |
Cultural Dimensions of Mission Insights from the social sciences are applied to the misssionary task of the church. Advocacy and contextualization of the gospel in various cultural settings. Culture shock, language learning, missionary-national relations. |
online Johnson |
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NPTS MNST 5156 |
Missions in Latin America |
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Mar 8-12 TBA De Neui, Clifton Soderstrom |
NPTS MNST 6277 |
Religions and Cultures Focuses on the world's major religions and examines how culture and religion are intertwined and how contemporary religions' plurality is a challenge and opportunity in Christian mission. |
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MW 130-300 De Neui, Carlson |
NPTS MNST 7190 |
Mission Studies J-Term: Pastoring the Missional Church; Spring - Postmodern Church |
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J-Term Jan 11-15 800-430 Hill |
Online Rah |
TEDS ME 5000 |
Foundations of Christian Mission Survey of the theology, history, culture, politics and methods of the Christian mission, with special emphasis on recent developments, crucial issues, and future trends, ending with a careful study of missions in the local church. |
R 10/22-12/17, 600-920p Cook |
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TEDS ME 5001 |
Foundations of Evangelism Through lecture, discussion, small group interaction and field experience, the student will develop conviction, skill and confidence in communicating the Gospel, while learning to reproduce these skills in local settings. |
T 1:30-3:10 Nyquist |
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TEDS ME 6410 |
History of Missions A study of the expansion of Christianity from Pentecost to the present. Particular attention is given to an examination of the modern Protestant mission movement. |
W 8:15-10:45 Cook |
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TEDS ME 7710 |
Contextualization A study of contextualization from theoretical and practical perspectives, including an examination of the meanings and methods of contextualization. |
R 745-1045 Ott |
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TEDS ME 8000 |
Current Issues in Mission and Evangelism Topics chosen deal with significant issues in mission and/or evangelism. |
M-F 10/26-29 315-645, F 10/30 800-400 Stetzer |
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TEDS ME 8210 |
Intercultural Communication Specifically designed for those involved in intercultural ministry, the course focuses attention on language and culture, culture shock, ethnocentrism, paternalism, nonverbal communication, contextualization and dynamics of change. |
12-1-4 & 7-11, 130-530 Elmer |
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Sch/Cs # |
Title/Description |
FALL |
WINTER |
SPRING |
CTS CM 365 |
Global Sensitivity in Ministry The learning objectives of this course are to improve an unerstanding of and a responsiveness to social movements, cultural variety and global issues. |
T 630-930 Seo |
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CTS CM 400 |
The Practice of Christian Ministry A course to assist the student in experiencing and initiating a style of pastoral and theological reflection and to provide perspective on the nature, history and practice of ministry in Christian vocation. P |
T 9-12 Haldeman |
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CTS CM 444 |
Theology, Ministry and People with Developmental Disabilities Course will explore the multiple issues facing people with developmental disabilities. Central to the course will be the implications for ministry on the part of religious leaders and their communities. |
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J Term Jan 4-8, 900-500 Modahl, Haldeman |
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CTS CM 465 |
Legal Issues in Contemporary Parish Ministry An introduction to emerging legal issues in contemporary parish ministry, including sexual exploitation and professional boundaries, confidential communications, employment law, how to negotiate your call contact, and constitutional issues. |
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J Term Jan 11-15, 900-500 Clark |
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CTS CM 470 |
Samuel DeWitt Proctor Ministry Conference Three-day Ministry Conference. Title: Revival for Survival: Bringing Good News to the Poor! |
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Feb 22-25, St. Petersburg Beach, FL Carruthers |
CTU C4001 |
Crossing Cultural Boundaries: Ministry at the Margins |
MW 1130-1245 Gittins |
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CTU I4010 |
Healthy Human Sexual Development for Ministry |
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J-Term M-F 100-345 Wheeler |
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CTU I5210 |
Interreligious Dialogue Concentration Colloquium 3 Semester long course |
M 400-600; 9/14, 10/5, 10/26, 11/16, 11/30 Chia |
J-Term MW 400-600; 1/4,6,11,13,20 Chia |
M 400-600; 2/8,22, 3/8, 4/12, 19 Chia |
CTU I5999 |
Capstone |
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J-Term TWRF 400-630 Riebe-EstrellaAndraos |
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CTU MP4306 |
Pastoral Ministry: Developing Skills and Competencies for Cooperative Leadership |
M 100-345 McClone |
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R 830-1115 McClone |
CTU MP4310 |
Collaborative Skills for Administration in Ministry Fall: 10/2 Leadership Styles; 11/6 Workplace Relations; 12/4 Personnel Issues. Spring: 3/5 Facilities and Financial Management; 4/16 Public Relations and Marketing; 5/7 Stewardship and Fundraising |
Easter |
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TBA Easter |
CTU MP5104 |
Pastoral Ministry with Contemporary Families |
R 100-345 McClone |
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CTU MPC4001 |
Latino/a Perspectives in Ministry and Theology |
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online Nanko |
G-ETS 34-603 |
Practicum/Supervision in Spiritual Formation/Companionship Supervision in spiritual guidance of individuals and groups, extending at least one year; requiring regular engagement in one's own spiritual direction, offering spiritual direction to others, peer supervision, personal written reflections. Prereqs. |
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F 2-9 & S 830-12 Judy |
G-ETS 34-613 |
Art, Spirituality and Creativity Use the theories from art, psychology, theology and spirituality to help each person explore and develop one's own creative process. |
R 800-1045 Neff |
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G-ETS 41-681A |
Cross-Cultural Theology: New Mexico Ghost Ranch Cross-cultural immersion experiences in various ministries and communities with theological reflection. May be repeated. |
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J term TBA Contact P. Baker |
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G-ETS 41-681B |
Cross-Cultural Theology: Early Christian Rome Cross-cultural immersion experiences in various ministries and communities with theological reflection. May be repeated. |
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J-term TBA Pre-mtg fall Papandrea |
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G-ETS 41-881 |
Study tour of the Holy Land Explores the history, geography and archaeology of the sites, and engages with the social, political, religious issues then and now in Israel Palestine. Provides cultural immersion, theological tool and hands-on on the "dig." |
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J-term Pre-mtg Dec. 3 & Post-mtg Yeo |
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LSTC I/M/T-400 |
Senior Interdisciplinary Seminar: Future of Creation |
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T 630-930 Stewart, Woloschak |
LSTC L/M-425 |
Travel Seminar to Nebraska: Leadership and Mission in Rural Congregations All travel, lodging and food provided by hosts. |
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J-Term Jan 6-21: full days 1/6-7; travel 1/8-17; partial days 1/18-21 Stewart |
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LSTC L/M-477 |
Emotional Intelligence and Human Relations Skills |
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J-Term M-F all day & some eves Jan 11-15 Oswald |
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LSTC M-400 A/B Sp |
Ministry in Context Beginning Fall 2009, this course will carry 1 unit of credit that will be charged tuition on Fall 2009 bill; must also register for M-401 in Spring 2010 to receive credit. This course meets first Thursday of each month. See course listings for dates. 0 cr |
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C)R 800-1000a; D)R 400-600p; 2/4, 3/4 4/1, 5/7 Swanson |
LSTC M-400A/B |
Ministry in Context Beginning Fall 2009, this course will carry 1 unit of credit that will be charged tuition on Fall 2009 bill; must also register for M-401 in Spring 2010 to receive credit. This course meets first Thursday of each month. See course listings for dates. |
A)R 800-1000a; B)R 400-600; 9/10, 10/1, 11/5, 12/3 Swanson |
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LSTC M-425 |
Rural Ministry Immersion A travel seminar that explores rural living and agricultural issues, and challenges students to engage in biblical/theological reflection on rural ministry. See course listing for dates on campus. Jan. 11-21 travel seminar. |
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J Term TWRF 900-1200 Stewart |
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LSTC M-450 |
Greening Congregations |
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J-Term M-F 900-1200 Rhoads |
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LSTC M-476 |
Ministry in Urban Congregations |
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May 17-21, M-F 900-400 Perry |
LSTC M/I-400 |
Senior Interdisciplinary Seminar: Liturgy, Ecology and Body |
R 100-400 Stewart |
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LSTC M/L-500 |
Mission Leadership |
F 900-400, 9/11,18, 10/16,30, 11/20, 12/11 Bouman |
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ML M312INT |
Feet for Dreams: Fundraising in the New Age |
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J-Term 1/9-10, 900-500 Barker |
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ML M345 |
Community Partnership Program Seminar What does it mean to be a minister today? What qualities should a minister have? What is the minister's role in the congregation/community? What is the nature of ministerial leadership? Year-long weekly course required of all new ML students. |
R 230-430 Rahman, Welch, Hicks, Barker |
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R 230-430 Rahman, Hicks, Welch, Barker |
ML M358 |
Clinical Pastoral Education Integration Course for students who have completed Clinical Pastoral Education and seek forum for discussing issues raised during the CPE experience. Relates CPE experience to seminary experience and practical issues of ministry |
W 1030-1200 Pangerl |
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ML M474 |
Capstone Ministry Seminar |
W 130-430 Pangerl, Bumbaugh |
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ML M483 |
Introduction to Pastoral Ministry |
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March 22-26 Pangerl |
MTS MIN 404 |
Reflection on Ministry Through experience, reading, discussion and reflection, course helps students develop their own voice as ministers and integrate various aspects of ministerial identity including: theology, spirituality, ministerial skills and professional development. |
M 6-850 Team |
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MTS MIN 405 |
Reflection on Ministry Through experience, reading, discussion and reflection, course helps students develop their own voice as ministers and integrate various aspects of ministerial identity including: theology, spirituality, ministerial skills and professional development. |
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M 6-850 Team |
MTS MIN/E 326 |
Thoughtful Christian |
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M 100- Ayres |
MTS MPM 395 |
Racial Identity and White Privilege Faithful ministry in our diverse, racialized society requires a careful theological examination of white race privilege as foundational to understanding the socio-historical construction of race and racism in the United States. |
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J-Term T 100-350 Mullen, TBA |
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MTS MUM 315 |
Introduction to Urban Ministry Course will use Woodlawn as a lab, and introduct students to urban social analysis, a variety of urban ministry models, and ways in which religious organizations identify and maintain social identity. |
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600-900, 2/5, 26, 3/19, 4/16; 900-400, 2/27, 3/20, 4/17 Kapp |
NBTS CT 307 |
A Biblical Theology of Ministry to the Poor This class will study poverty and its effect on our world. A study of both OT and NT passages will show God's heart for the hurting and poor and the mandate as Christians to live life in community in the church and help and care for the poor. |
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M 400-640 in Lawndale Gordon |
NBTS CT 400 |
Church-based Community Development This class will look at ways churches can love their neighborhood while playing a major role in the development of the community. |
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M 400-640 in Lawndale Gordon |
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NBTS MN 335 |
Church Administration Analyze and evaluate several aspects of the administrative process of bringing together people, programs and procedures in ways that will produce effective working relationships that lead to the realization of organizational goals. |
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T 700-940 in Elgin Board |
NBTS MN 433 |
Church in Postmodern Context Course will examine the theological and practical issues that confront the pastor in the postmodern-post Christian culture. |
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R 400-640 Fitch |
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NBTS MN 442 |
Tools for Transformational Leadership Students will have deeper appreciation for themselves, greater awareness of their leadership style, experience with tools for assessing the ministry context in which they find themselves, and an understanding of processes of transformational change. |
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T 100-340 Field |
NPTS MNST 5108 |
Introduction to Ministry Aims to develop a practical and theoretical vision to guide one's ministry through exploring varieties of church ministries such as pastoral care, leadership, worship, with an emphasis on developing communication skills appropriate for each. |
T 630-930 T. Johnson |
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NPTS MNST 6218 |
Images of the Preacher in Contemporary Culture A study of cultural and theological assumptions about the nature and work of the Christian preacher, with implications for the students' emerging theology, preaching and ministry. |
R 630-930 Noren |
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NPTS MNST 6274 |
Living Responsibly in the Realm of God Students will explore the implications of a faithful living with the perspective that whatever exists belongs to God and that we are stewards and caretakers of them. Examines areas of stewardship, health and justice. |
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TR 315-445 Carlson, Chase-Ziolek |
NPTS MNST 6316 |
Public Issues in Urban Ministry |
11/6-7, 13-14, 20-21 SCUPE |
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NPTS MNST 7361 |
Leadership and Empowering Laity for Church Growth Examination of nature and issues of leadership in the church. Such elements as leadership style, team development, change management, spiritual gifts, and working with volunteers considered as they relate to clergy and laity leading for church growth. |
TR 1045-1200 Rah, Carlson |
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S-WTS CD 5000 |
Implications of the Great Emergence for Congregations A unique learning opportunity to work with Dr. Phyllis Tickle to explore in depth how to facilitate changes in congregations. |
Sept. 21-25 Intensive Wondra |
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S-WTS CD 5005 |
Ministry Development All members of the Body of Christ are called to ministry at baptism. Implications for education and formation, and for mission and ministry. |
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Hybrid - online & intensive Wondra, Epting |
S-WTS MNST S675 |
Practice of Ministry Integration of practice of ministry with study using an action-reflection model. |
W 1-4 TBA |
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S-WTS MNST S676 |
Practice of Ministry/CAPSTONE Culmination of Seabury's Mdiv curriculum. Integrative conversations in which action and reflection, faith and practice are brought together. Bring academic and ministry learning into focus. Attend to administration, stewardship, professional development. |
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W 1-4 Hall |
SCUPE M 305 |
Dimensions and Dynamics of Urban Ministry Course, organized as a sequence of city-wide learning experiences that focus on prophetic ministries of churches and organizations. Methodology includes contextual experience, theological reflection, social analysis and dialogue with church leaders. |
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J-term 1/4-8, 11-15; 9-5 Delk |
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TEDS ID 6011 |
The Church and Its Mission Weekend retreat sponsored by NCTI |
W 10/7, FS 10/23-24, 11/6-7 Cook |
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TEDS PT 5000 |
Personal Assessment and Ministry Orientation Designed to assist in personal assessment of character temperament, learning style, talents, abilities and gifts, ministry and relational skills, and other traits relevant to ministry. |
T 315-535, 9/1-9/29 Sell |
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M 1230-250, 3/15-29, 4/12-19 Sell |
TEDS PT 7220 |
Pastoral Leadership Foundational insights concerening how pastors exercise leadership in local churches with emphasis on the ways a biblical theology of ministry informs practice. |
R 1:30-3:10 Crain |
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TEDS PT 7722 |
Congregational Culture This course is a study of the soteriological issues of the perseverance of the saints and the assurance of salvation and their impact on pastoral ministry. |
R 910-1050a Cha |
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TEDS PT 7820 |
Developing Asian American Ministry Examines the Asian American church experience from historical, sociological and theological perspectives and then explores some of the models/approaches of ministry that might be appropriate for this particular context. |
M 1230-210 & W 8/26 Cha |
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USML PL379 |
Pastoring Multiple Parishes (SPI) Increasingly, priests in the US are being asked to provide pastoral care to multiple parishes. Course will focus on this need and its impact on pastoral care to the faithful and self-care of the minister. |
TF 240-400 Wiskus |
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Title/Description |
FALL |
WINTER |
SPRING |
CTS M 300 |
Spiritual Journey Workshop Focuses on doing theological reflection by being a spiritual friend to others on their individual spiritual journeys. Students will be asked to make presentations on some element employed in their own spiritual journey. (Half or full course credit) |
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J-term Jan 11-15, TBA Gerdes |
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CTU CS4010 |
Spirituality, Ministry and Survivors of Human Rights Abuse |
M 700-945p Barbour |
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CTU CS5030 |
The Spirituality of Lakota-Christian Dialogue |
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M 700-945 Barbour |
CTU CS5040 |
Islamic Mysticism and Spirituality |
W 830-1115 Alexander |
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CTU CS5050 |
Discipleship, Mission and Spirituality |
R 830-1115 Gittins |
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CTU DS4210 |
Reconciliation and Forgiveness |
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W 100-345 Schreiter |
CTU DS6210 |
Reconciliation and Forgiveness |
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W 100-345 Schreiter |
CTU S4001 |
Spiritual Companioning for Ministry |
R 100-345 Sulzer |
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CTU S4110 |
Black Spirituality |
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J-Term M-F 700-945 White |
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CTU S4120 |
Latino/a Liberation Spirituality |
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S 100-1245 Suarez |
CTU S4200 |
Spirituality of Religious Priesthood |
T 830-1115 Cavazos-Gonzalez |
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CTU S4312 |
Theology and Practice of Prayer |
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MW 1130-1245 Lachance |
CTU S5002 |
Early Franciscan Mystics |
MW 1130-1245 Lachance |
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CTU S5006 |
Spirituality and Leadership Blended |
S 900-300; 9/12, 10/31, 12/5 White |
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CTU S5008 |
History of Christian Spirituality Seminar |
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W 100-345 DeAnda |
CTU S5101 |
Foundations and Methods for the Study of Spirituality |
S 830-1115 Cavazos-Gonzalez |
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CTU S5110 |
Spiritual Formation Seminar |
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M 830-1115 Cavazos-Gonzalez |
CTU S5212 |
Advanced Seminar in Spiritual Direction |
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F 1130-215 Haase |
CTU SB4520 |
Biblical Foundations of Spirituality Prereq: B4001 |
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W 700-945 Bowe |
CTU SC4110 |
Black Spirituality |
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J-Term M-F 700-945 White |
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G-ETS 34-507 |
Spiritual Direction: Companionship Explores biblical texts, historical traditions, and modern approaches to the art of spiritual direction/guidance and its place in the church today; relationship of spiritual direction to counseling, therapy and mentoring. |
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J-term M-F 8-1230 & W 130-330 Stephens |
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G-ETS 34-540E & 34-540 |
Spiritual Disciplines for Personal and Parish Renewal Orientation to Christian practices of contemplative and intercessory prayer for personal and parish renewal. Explores healing process and historic styles of spiritual direction. |
E)F 100-500 & online E)Judy |
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F 2-9 & S 830-12 Judy |
G-ETS 34-602 |
Practicum/Supervision in Spiritual Formation/Companionship Supervision in spiritual guidance of individuals and groups, extending at least one year; requiring regular engagement in one's own spiritual direction, offering spiritual direction to others, peer supervision, personal written reflections. Prereqs |
F 2-9 & S 830-12 Judy |
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LSTC M-362 |
Discernment and Spiritual Formation with Youth and Young Adults |
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M-F 900-400 May 24-28 Coltvet |
ML I300INT |
Spiritual Journey Workshop |
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J-Term 1/11-15, 130-430 Gerdes |
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MTS I 301 |
Pilgrimage in Faithfulness Interdisciplinary course bringing students and faculty together around biblical and contemporary resources and experiences to think about church and ministry today. Course meets weekly for plenary, small group discussion, common meal and worship. |
T 5-9 Team |
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MTS MSP 410 |
Spirituality for Ministry Recognizing need for personal and spiritual nurture in the practice of ministry, course will explore cultivation of devotional practices, resources and attitudes appropriate for sustaining vitality and effectiveness in the life of faith. |
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R 600-850 Vogel, Lindstrom |
MTS MWP 412 |
Christian Daily Prayer Travel seminar to Trappist Monastery in Dubuque, Iowa. |
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J-Term TBA Lindstrom |
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NPTS SPFM 5201 |
Spiritual Journey Student will be introduced to foundational motifs, terms and practices of Christian spiritual formation to integrate spiritual formation's individual and communal elements. Courses offer reflective interaction with class material and group processes. |
R 100-300 TBA |
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NPTS SPFM 5202 |
Spiritual Formation: Spiritual Practices Student will be introduced to foundational motifs, terms and practices of Christian spiritual formation to integrate spiritual formation's individual and communal elements. Courses offer reflective interaction with class material and group processes. |
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M 315-545 Hubbard |
NPTS SPFM 6303 |
Spiritual Formation: Embodiment Develop self-awareness as to how persons inhabit their longings. Focus on discernment of how the body might experience and express longings for health, intimacy, sexual integrity, vocational satisfaction. |
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MW 940-1055(M)&940-1025(W) Auger, Carlson |
NPTS SPFM 6304 |
Spiritual Direction and Solitude Explore the freedom and resistance encountered when God is engaged in prayer or in the perceived prompting of the Holy Spirit. Learn abou the art and science of spiritual direction. Required silent retreat. |
W 100-150 Cepero |
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M 940-1055 Weborg, Kogstad |
NPTS SPFM 7502 |
Spiritual Directing Practicum I: Listening and Discerning Center for Spiritual Direction |
TBA TBA |
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S-WTS SP2000 |
Praying Shapes Believing: Spiritual Practices in Christian Lives An orientation to a variety of spiritual practices, with attention to principles that guide their use for personal formation and cultivation of communities. Participation involves experiential learning. |
Hybrid - online & classroom Barker |
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USML CL454 |
NCTI Seminar: Prayer and the Life in the Spirit Course designed to provide both students and professors with an opportunity to explore, through study and applied experience, the roots and historical development of theological presuppositions underlying the Life in the Spirit. |
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TBA NCTI Staff |
Sch/Cs # |
Title/Description |
FALL |
WINTER |
SPRING |
CTS CM 331 |
Introduction to Pastoral Care Course seeks to facilitate pastoral formation and introduce ministries of pastoral care. Emphasis placed upon the minister's healing role with people in crisis and the biblical and theological foundations of pastoral care. |
W 630-930 Butler |
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CTS CM 401 |
Preaching and Pastoral Care Course will focus upon the sermonic communication of God's love and hope in times of crisis. Students will be challenged to develop homiletical skills, ministerial sensitivity and a vision of congregational life. |
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W 900-1200 Butler |
CTS CM 562 |
Integrative Psychotherapy and Spirituality Course draws on scientific psychology, Turner's cultural anthropology, systems theory, neo-Jungian psychoanalysis, and neo-Tillichian spiritual theology to present new paradigm for integrative psychotherapy and spirituality. Prereq: TEC/CM/HS 561. |
T 630-930 Moore |
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CTU MP4020 |
Introduction to Pastoral Counseling |
S 1130-245 Payne |
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CTU SMP4020 |
A Biblical Approach to Mental Health, an Overview |
Online Jones |
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G-ETS 32-501 A/B |
Introduction to Pastoral Care An introductory course including a study of human development, growth, crisis and pathology; the development of skills in integrating theology and the practice of ministry with an understanding of human growth and interpersonal relationships. |
A)TR 900-1030; B)R 6:30-9:30 Poling |
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M 100-400 Holliman |
G-ETS 32-810 |
Relational Congregational Pastoral Care and Counseling Prereq: 32-501 |
M 100-400 Holliman |
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G-ETS 32-814 |
Psychology of Religion Exposes students to quasi-scientific study of religious experience and behavior fromm psychological and normative perspectives (biblical and theological). Enables students to analyze religious experience and behavioral data from various perspectives. |
W 8-1045 Rector |
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G-ETS 32-845 |
Evil and Aggression Unmask experiences of evil including child abuse, sexual violence, racial injustic, poverty and ecological destruction to discern the psychological and theological structures enabling healing. |
M 630-930 Poling, Lightsey |
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G-ETS 32-852 |
Practicum in Pastoral Care and Counseling Case studies presented by students based on ministries of pastoral care and counseling. Requires 5-7 hours per week in a congregation or agency. |
W 4-530 Rector |
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W 4-530 Rector |
LSTC M-320 |
Introduction to Pastoral Care and Counseling To develop an approach to pastoral care that is attentive to the theological interpretation of human experience, employing both innovative and traditional resources for ministry. |
W 100-400 Swanson |
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M 630-930 Swanson |
LSTC M-470 |
Six in Six: Focused Explorations in Pastoral Care Topics include: Aging and Spirituality in Older Adults; Care of the Dying; Care of the Bereaved; Wisdom from another Tradition (Buddhist); and Welcoming the Stranger: Holistic Care of the Refugee and the Immigrant. Prereq: Intro to Pastoral Care. |
F 9-4, 9/18, 10/2, 10/16, 10/30, 11/6, 11/20 Swanson |
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ML M340 |
Fulfilling the Promise of Pastoral Care |
Nov 12-15 at UUMA Convocation Pangerl, Barker |
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MTS M 433 |
Pastoral Theology of Hope |
T 600-850 Rosewall |
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MTS MPC 310 |
Introduction to Pastoral Care Course leads students toward basic understanding of meaning and practice of pastoral care and helps students acquire skills necessary for field education, clinical pastoral education and pastoral ministry. |
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T 6-850 Rosewall |
MTS MPC 333 |
Pastoral Care with African Americans Examine pastoral care needs in black community and black church. Attention to analyzing the most significant concerns present at a given time. Examine themes of interpersonal relationships, racial identity, and pathways to freedom. |
R 600-850 Davis |
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NBTS PC 301 |
Introduction to Pastoral Care An introductory course designed to develop skills in the interpersonal practices of ministry |
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T 400-640 Wateerman |
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NBTS PC 302 |
Introduction to Pastoral Counseling A basic introduction to pastoral counseling, including a study of personality theory and counseling strategies. |
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T 400-640 Peterson |
NBTS PC 404 |
Pastoral Care of Women |
T 400-640 Smith Malone |
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NPTS MNST 5130 |
Engaging Congregations in Ministries of Health Theoretical framework and practical skills to engage a congregation in developing health ministries. Study dynamics of congregational culture and community development to facilitate health ministries and models of health ministry and program resources. |
online Chase-Ziolek |
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NPTS MNST 6127 |
Pastoral Care and Counseling in Urban Contexts |
TR 200-315 Sheppard |
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TEDS CM 5000 |
Introduction to Counseling Ministries Introduction to history, principles and techniques of pra tice of counseling with emphasis on counselor characteristics, helping skills, ethical implications, common counseling problems, and the spiritual and biblical dimensions of such relationships. |
T 9/1-10/13, 730-1050am Eclov |
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TEDS CM 5110 |
Pastoral Care Ministry Counseling interventions and prevention efforts are frequently woven into a number of contemporary ministries, such as gender-specific ministries, care of discipleship groups, and recovery programs. |
T 910-1050 Chase |
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TEDS CM 6000-1 |
Issues in Counseling Ministry: Financial Counsel/Church Setting Class will expose the student to the theories and tools used in church-based counseling. Skills unique to this form of ministry will also be addressed. |
F 10/23, 11/13, 830-330 Plate |
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TEDS CM 6000-2 |
Issues in Counseling Ministry: Premarital Counseling Class will expose the student to the theories and tools used in church-based counseling. Skills unique to this form of ministry will also be addressed. |
F 8/28, 9/18, 830-330 Bjorge |
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TEDS CM 6572 |
Pastoral Counseling for Marriage and Family Theory and its implications for problem formation, maintenance and resolution is reviewed. In particular, family communication, intereaction, structure, boundaries, and development will be discussed. |
9/11-12, 10/2-3, 10/30-31, F 200-830, S 830-245 Dabler |
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TEDS CO 5210 |
Counseling Skills Training An experimental and cognitive introduction to the skills basic to any counseling setting, working with a developmental model of helping. |
M (& W 8/26) 400-630 Gruenewald |
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TEDS CO 5310 |
Counseling Theories Classical and current theories of counseling will be studied and evaluated in light of Scripture, psychological sophistication and practical relevance. Both secular and practical counseling approaches will be discussed. |
R 130-400 Gruenewald |
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TEDS CO 5400 |
Foundations of Mental Health Counseling This course is an orientation to the various dimensions of mental health counseling. It provides an overview of the variety of roles offered and functions available to the mental health worker in society and in the church. |
W 12:30-3 Parent |
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TEDS CO 5578 |
Theoretical Foundations of Family Therapy An examination, discussion and evaluation of theoretical foundations and historical development of the field of marriage and family therapy. Includes an introduction to several of the major techniques currently employed in the field. |
T 130-400 Bjorge |
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TEDS CO 6120 |
Addiction Counseling This course examines the treatment of addictions. The philosophy, mechanisms and physiology of substance abuse and chemical dependency are surveyed. Students will be exposed to relevant and effective approaches to counsel the person with an addiction. |
W 815-1045 Russo |
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TEDS CO 6130 |
Group Counseling The processes, principles and techniques related to contemporary forms of group counseling will be explored. An experiential component in this course fosters the development of group leadership skills. |
W 1230-300 Bjorge |
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TEDS CO 6610 |
Human Sexuality The course will deal with the physiological, psychological and spiritual aspects of human sexuality, with particular emphasis on counseling-related issues. |
R 130-400 Hook |
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TEDS CO 7210 |
Psychological Testing This course covers the principles and techniques of test administration and interpretation, including measures of ability, aptitude, personality and psychopathology. Prrereq: MA in CP candidacy or consent of department chair. $25 materials testing fee. |
T 415-645 Greggo |
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TEDS CO 7450 |
Psychopathology This course is an advanced course dealing with the etiology, classification and treatment of variious mental disorders. Diagnostic skill in using the current DSM classifications and criteria is achieved through the use of case vignettes and lecture. |
M (W 8/26) 1230-300 Parent |
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TEDS CO 7961 |
Mental Health Counseling I Intern sites include hospital inpatient programs, community counseling agencies, counseling centers, and other mental health facilities. Prereq: CO 6950, MACP candidacy and consent of department. |
T 730-900a Greggo |
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USML CL318 |
Christian Marriage An in-depth study into the real meaning of marriage and its properties from a theological as well as natural point of view. Practical aspects of "what makes a marriage work" are considered. |
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CTS CM 313A |
Worship and Preaching Throughout the Christian Year: Advent, Christmas, Ephiphany Course considers the pastoral resources of the liturgical calendar in general, then follows the lectionary readings of the seasons. Student wil be responsible for planning worship and preparing sermons individually and in groups. |
T 200-500 Edgerton |
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CTS CM 313B |
Worship and Preaching Throughout the Christian Year: Lent, Easter, Pentecost Course considers the pastoral resources of the liturgical calendar in general, then follows the lectionary readings of the seasons. Student will be responsible for planning worship and preparing sermons individually and in groups. |
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T 200-500 Edgerton |
CTS CM 415 |
Ritual Studies An exploration of representative ritual theories, the practice of ritual criticism, and the ways in which rituals change, die and emerge. |
W 9-12 Haldeman |
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CTS CM 416 |
Leading Worship: A Practicum for Presiders Explore various forms of worship and genres of prayer. Then we perform them together in order to develop a stronger and more sensitive pastoral presence as leaders of rites. |
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W 2-5 Haldeman |
CTS CM 542 |
Poetics of Grief An advanced seminar on the poetics of grief, drawing upon scriptural, liturgical and literary texts. We will consider the way in which literary form provides structures and processes for expressive grief work. |
W 9-12 Edgerton |
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CTU W4200 |
Sacraments I: Initiation and Reconciliation |
T 100-345 Fragomeni |
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T 700-945 Crowley |
CTU W4201 |
Sacraments II: Eucharist and Sacramental Theology |
T 700-945 McCarron |
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T 830-1115 Foley |
CTU W4202 |
Presiding Practicum Prereq: W4200, W4201 & W4203. MUST be Graduates for this academic year. |
R 1000-1245 Foley |
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R 1145-230 Fragomeni |
CTU W5210 |
Liturgical Catechesis |
W 1130-245 Dooley |
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CTU W5227 |
Shaping Places for Worship |
Online Crowley |
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CTU W5230 |
Liturgical Methods |
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M 100-345 Foley |
CTU WC5202 |
Liturgical Inculturation |
M 100-345 McCarron |
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CTU WS 5225 |
Worship in Media Cultures Practice Communal Co-Creation, an inclusive, multi-generational liturgical ministry that incorporates the community's liturgical practices with media art. Requires access to digital camera and high-speed Internet connection. |
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R 830-1115 Crowley |
CTU WS4100 |
Liturgy, Prayer and Contemplation: Ecclesial Spirituality Spirituality and Liturgy courses recommended. |
M 100-345 Ostdiek |
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CTU WS5001 |
Liturgical Foundations for Spirituality |
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M 830-1115 Ostdiek |
CTU WS5225 |
Worship and Media Cultures |
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R 830-1115 Crowley |
CTU WS5301 |
Patterns of Christian Prayer |
M 830-1115 Foley |
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G-ETS 31-511 |
Christian Public Worship The importance of worship in the life and work of the minister and the congregation. Increasing competence in the understanding, theology, planning and leadership of worship. L |
R 630-930 Duck |
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G-ETS 31-531 |
Preaching and Worship in African American Traditions I Covers the history, theology and practice of African American liturgical traditions: preaching, worship and music. Includes the development, creation and experience of sermons, liturgies, hymns specifically for African American denominations. |
M 630-930 Brooks, Murphy |
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G-ETS 31-532 |
Preaching and Worship in African American Traditions II Continuation of 31-531. If this part is not completed, 31-531 will be a general elective. Must be taken in the same academic year as part I. Prereq: 31-531 |
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M 630-930 Brooks, Murphy |
G-ETS 31-542 |
UM Worship: Theology and Practice Survey of the ritual and resources provided for United Methodist worship and their theology of worship. Development of skills in the design and leadership of worship. |
M 100-400 R. Andeerson |
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G-ETS 31-612 |
Worship and Arts: Drama and Delivery in Preaching and Worship Critical reflection on the arts as a human cultural expression in Christian worship and exploration of one particular art form (e.g., dance, visual art, textiles, music) through research and creative work. Prereq: foundational course in worship. L |
F 900-1200 Ringstad |
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G-ETS 31-615 |
Congregational Song An overview and analysis of congregational song in the context of worship, with special attention to patterns of worship, the church year, celebration of the sacraments and the use of the Psalter. |
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J term M-F 8-120 & W 130-330 R. Anderson |
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G-ETS 31-641 |
Survey of Organ Literature Surveys organ literature from the Gothic period to the present, interprets the stylistic features of organ music in relation to the important periods of music history and provides background for the various periods. |
W 800-1045 Kemper |
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G-ETS 31-642 |
Organ Literature for the Church Year Surveys organ literature from the Gothic period to the prresent, with particular attention to its appropriateness, selection and performance in the context of Christian worship and the Church year. |
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W 800-1045 Kemper |
G-ETS 31-808/22-857 |
Seminar in Worship: Liturgy and Ethics Exploration of a trend or issue important to the contemporary preaching ministry. Prereq: 500-level worship course. |
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M 630-930 R. Anderson, Waters |
G-ETS 31-835 |
Seminar in Liturgical Theology An investigation of contemporary liturgical theology through works of Protestant, Catholic and Orthodox scholars. Students present results of research to the class. |
T 630-930 R. Anderson |
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G-ETS 31-838 |
Baptism and Reaffirmation Explores the history, theology and practice of baptism and reaffirmation of baptism. Liturgies will be studied in context of lifelong process from preparation for baptism to baptismal liturgy to continual renewal of baptism in Christian life. |
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M 100-400 Duck |
G-ETS 31-881 |
Cross-Cultural Seminar: Worship and Mission in Chicago Participant-observation of ministry in churches in particular cultural contexts. Reflections on issues of enculturation, prophetic witness and liturgical spirituality. |
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J-term TBA Duck |
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LSTC M-380 A/B |
Worship A focus on pastoral and presidential leadership of the Lutheran liturgy, liturgical theology, overview of Christian worship, the arts and music in the liturgy, communication skills, and planning for worship. |
T 630-930 & M 300-345 Stewart |
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M 100-400 & TBA Stewart |
LSTC M-410 |
St. John and St. Matthew According to J. S. Bach |
T 800-1050 Bangert |
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LSTC M-443 |
Grunewald Guild Travel Seminar: Art Liturgy and Sacred Space Course will review art's significance in the church's history with a focus on the contempoarary church. Will require an involvement in art practice. No previous art experience necessary. |
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J Term TBA Caemmerer |
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ML M360/560 |
Arts and Aesthetics in Ministry |
W 130-430 Tolley |
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March 29-April 2 Tolley |
ML M423/523INT |
Music as the Doorway |
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J-Term Jan 25-29, 900-500 Thompson |
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ML M470 |
Chancel Drama Practicum Initial class Mon, Feb 1, 130-430. Resume April 19 with evening classes two to five nights each week to replicate a rehearsal process typical in a parish setting. Final performance of drama during graduation weekend, May 14-16. |
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TBA Tolley |
MTS M 444 |
Multi-Cultural Inclusive Worship |
W 900-1150 Rand |
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MTS MWP 451 |
Worship and Sacraments in the Reformed Tradition Delves into distinctive liturgical and sacramental traditions of the Reformed church, with particular emphasis on the Prresbyterian Church (USA). Helpful for students preparing to take the PC (USA) standard ordination examination. |
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T 9-1150 Rigdon |
NBTS WS 301 |
Theology of Worship and Spirituality The course uses scripture, creeds and theology to establish the Christian narrative of creation, incarnation and re-creation. |
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R 400-640 Hamstra |
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NBTS WS 303 |
Current Practices in Worship and Spirituality Focus is on the movements of worship and spirituality during the 20th century with special emphasis on the shift from a modern world view to postmodern times. |
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T 7-9:40 Waterman |
NBTS WS 405 |
Leading and Designing Worship Building on a foundation of establishing a philosophical framework in which to design and implement worship, specific elements and design forms of structures will be presented, experienced, analyzed and evaluated against the philosophical framework. |
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M 700-940 Hamstra |
NPTS THEO 7202 |
Foundations of Christian Worship Introduction to liturgical studies. Explores history of Christian worship, liturgical theology, the place of ritual in the life of faith, as well as the application of a praxis-theory-praxis model to worship concerns of pastoral ministry. |
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online Laytham |
NPTS THEO 7203 |
Foundations of Christian Worship Introduction to liturgical studies. Explores history of Christian worship, liturgical theology, the place of ritual in the life of faith, as well as the application of a praxis-theory-praxis model to worship concerns of pastoral ministry. |
T 8-915 Gr A; 1045-1200 Gr B; 100-215 Gr C VanHorn |
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NPTS THEO 7373 |
Foundations of Worship Arts |
M 630-930 Van Horn |
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S-WTS LM 2000 |
Anglican Liturgy and Music An introduction to the principles and practices of Anglican worship with particular focus on the Episcopal Church. |
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J-Term Online & intensive, Jan 11-22 - 1/2 days Kevern, Seifert & others |
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TEDS PT 7280 |
Christian Worship The importance, basic meaning and historical background of Christian worship with attention to principles, plans, methods and resources for worship planning. |
W 910-1050 Roy |
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USML WO319 |
Liturgical Ministry in Hispanic Communities This course recognizes the positive values of Hispanic cultures within the Church and the importance of being sensitive to these cultures when celebrating the sacraments and in proclaiming the Word. |
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Rojas |
USML WO342 |
Sacramental Blessings and Devotions As a complement to the Seven Sacraments, there are many other rituals and private devotions that build up the faith life of the Church. |
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WINTER |
SPRING |
CTS CM 302 |
Preaching The theology and practice of the preaching ministry. Approach will emphasize both the art of sermon preparation and the place of preaching in pastoral ministry. Limited to 2nd & 3rd yr. students. L. |
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W 630-930 Edgerton |
CTU BW4420 |
The Gospel of Matthew Exegeted and Preached Attention to historical, literary, cultural and theological world of Matthew in conjunction with study of principles and theology of liturgical preaching. Prereq: B4001 |
W 700-945 Reid |
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CTU DB4100 |
Witness and Proclamation: The God of Jesus Christ |
T 700-945 Sison |
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W 830-1115 Chia |
CTU W4001 |
Communication Skills for Ministry |
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W 100-345 Crowley |
CTU W4203 |
Liturgical Preaching |
W 100-345 Fragomeni |
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R 830-1115 Fragomeni |
CTU W4205 |
Lay Leadership of Prayer and Preaching Recommended to be taken later in one's program. Prereq: W4200 or W4201 |
R 700-945 Crowley |
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S 100-1245 McCarron |
G-ETS 31-501A/B |
Preaching The growth of the sermon from text and idea through presentation and evaluation. Delivery of sermons by each student in class. Course may not be taken during a student's first year or its part-time equiv. L |
A)TR 900-1030; B)R 630-930 A)Dally; B)Brooks |
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A)TR 110-240; B)T 630-930 A)Brooks; B)Dally |
G-ETS 31-607 |
Advanced Preaching This course immerses the student in the practice and discipline of preaching different styles of sermons to different congregations. It is designed for the serious preacher, particularly pastors who must prepare sermons weekly. |
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R 315-600 Brooks |
LSTC B/I/M-400 |
Senior Interdisciplinary Seminar: Preaching the Gospel of John |
W 100-430 Rossing, Satterlee |
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LSTC I/M-400 |
Senior Interdisciplinary Seminar Liturgy, Ecology and Body |
R 100-400 Stewart |
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LSTC M-421 |
Preaching and Pastoral Care: Weddings, Funeerals, Baptisms and More! |
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M-F 930-430, May 17-21 Satterlee |
LSTC M/I/T-400 |
Senior Interdisciplinary Seminar: Future of Creation |
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T 630-930 Stewart |
ML M324INT & M324 |
Advanced Preaching |
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J-Term Jan 23-24, 900-500 Bumbaugh |
R 900-1200 Bumbaugh |
ML M366 |
Arts of Ministry II: Fundamentals of Preaching Explore theory and practice of preaching in its relation to contemporary Unitarian Universalist worship life. Prepare, deliver, critique sermons; prepare child dedication, marriage, memorial services; consider various sermonic and worship styles. |
R 900-1200 Bumbaugh, Tolley |
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ML M466INT |
Walking the Talk: Communicating Across Cultural Difference |
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J-Term Jan 16-17, 900-500 Hicks |
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MTS MWP 315 |
Introduction to Preaching Paying specific focus to multiple skill sets required to proclaim Word of God today: responsible interpretation of texts and contexts, inviting sermon design and effective delivery, clarity and resonance in public speaking and reading. |
T 900-1150 Kapp |
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MTS MWP 328 |
Preaching as Celebration Course will explore the distinct perspective and genius the African American Church has brought to the preaching task, and the role of celebration in the African American pulpit. |
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J-Term Jan 11-15, 830- Thomas |
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NBTS MN 382 |
Principles of Preaching Introductory course designed to acquaint students with basic knowledge and skills necessary for effective preaching. Different preaching models are examined. |
T 100-340 Quicke |
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NBTS MN 383 |
Practice of Preaching Course designed to help students develop skills in sermon preparation and delivery. Prereq. MN 382 |
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T 100-340 Quicke |
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NBTS MN 492 |
Models of Effective Preaching Introduction to variety of models of preaching that have proved to be effective. |
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M 400-640 Quicke |
NPTS MNST 5212 |
Introduction to Preaching The student will learn basic skills in oral communication and fundamentals of expository sermon prepration, and develop sensitivity to the liturgical, social and cultural contexts in which preaching takes place. L |
TR 100-215 Noren |
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MW 315-445; TR 130-300 Koptak; Noren |
NPTS MNST 6264 |
Communicating the Faith in the Contemporary World Course will engage in an exegesis of culture, an exploration of the mandate and means of evangelism, and the development of skills in listening and speaking, drawing from studies in communication, evangelism and contemporary culture. |
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M 630-945 Rah |
SCUPE M 306 |
Preaching with Prophetic Imagination Applying the language and hermeneutic tools of the arts, exegesis of popular culture and prophetic imagination, course provides theoretical framework and social insight necessary to effectively preach the prophetic Gospel in contemporary urban context. |
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4/9-10, 16-17, 23-24; F 1-9, S 9-5 Frenchak, McMillan |
TEDS HM 5000 |
Theology and Methodology of Biblical Preaching Study of the theological foundations for preaching and a critical analysis of the process of sermon preparation with emphasis on biblical integrity and structural soundness.Prereq: undergraduate public speaking course or P. |
TR 3:30-4:45, 8/27-10/13 Scharf |
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TEDS HM 5001 |
Preaching Lab Lab sessions - must be taken concurrently with HM 5000. Offered Quad B. |
TR 200-330, 10/20-12/10 Scharf |
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TR 3/16-3/20 200-300 Roy |
TEDS HM 6610 |
Homiletics: Preaching Narrative Homiletics laboratory to provide students with opportunities for preaching under critical supervision. Prereq: HM 5000. |
T 720-900a, 10/20-12/15 Roy |
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R 920-1050 Roy |
TEDS HM 6620 |
Homiletics: Preaching Poetry and Prophecy Homiletics laboratory to provide advanced studens with opportunity to preach from poetic or prophetic texts. Introductory lectures will focus attention on the hermeneutical and homiletical demands of those genres. |
R 720-900a Langley |
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TEDS HM 6630 |
Homiletics: Preaching the Parables of Jesus Homiletics laboratory to provide students with opportunity to preach from the parables of Jesus. Prereq: HM 5000. |
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3/17-4/7 W 1230-210 Scharf |
USML CL336 |
Virgin, Martyrs and Doctors: Hagiography and Theology Gone, it seems, are the days when Father would visit the classroom and tell the stories of the heavenly saints and the glorious lives of the martyrs. View the narratives of these saints with particular interest in how to use their stories in preaching. |
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G-ETS 33-502 |
Teaching for Biblical Faith Exploration of the role of the Bible in Christian education and faith development. Attention to approaches to teaching the Bible. |
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J-term M-F 8-1230 & W 130-330 TBA |
T 630-930 Blount |
G-ETS 33-506 |
Theological Education in the Parish Task of the pastor and educator as theological educators in the community of faith, relating theology and teaching methods for the life and mission of the church. |
WF 900-1030 Seymour |
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G-ETS 33-611 |
Youth, Culture and the Church Design of strategies for the church's ministry with youth addressing the dynamics of family, school, church, and peer groups and cultural issues. |
M 100-400 Blount |
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G-ETS 33-612 |
Youth and Faith Passage Approaches to youth ministry in culturally diverse situations. Counseling, program development, administration and teaching. |
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J-term M-F 8-1230 & W 130-330 Blount |
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G-ETS 33-646 |
Christian Education in the African American Experience Exploration of approaches to congregational learning in the ministries of African American churches. |
T 630-930 Blount |
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G-ETS 33-661A |
Focused Study Group: Princeton Forum on Youth Ministry Organized around participation in conference including prereading, workshops, directed final project. Topics vary according to conference. |
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Conference Blount |
G-ETS 33-801 |
Advanced Practicum in Teaching The practicum includes significant practice teaching. Theological and educational examination of a variety of teaching/learning models. Attention to teaching in faith development, discipleship and congregational life. |
F 900-1200 Crain |
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F 200-900; S 830-1200 Crain |
G-ETS 33-824 |
Seminar in Christian Education: Emancipatory Pedagogy Advanced seminar in Christian religious education, including topics such as theological education, gender, social change, or ethnicity. |
M 100-400 Blount |
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G-ETS 33-830 |
Methods of Research in Congregations Exploration and analysis of epistemologies and practices of approaches to research; evaluating work of other researchers; and practicing methods of data gathering. |
F 900-1200 Crain |
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G-ETS 33-835 |
History and Theories of Christian Education Examination of the development of Christian religious education as an academic discipline and ministry in church and society in the 19th and 20th centuries. |
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R 6:30-9:30 Seymour |
LSTC M-311/MED320 |
Introduction to Christian Education |
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W 630-930 Wenderoth |
LSTC M-404 |
Forming Faith: Preparing Adults for the Sacrament of Holy Baptism On-site in Seattle, WA |
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J-Term TBA Satterlee |
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MTS MED 320 |
Introduction to Christian Education Course focuses on theological understandings of religious education, the dynamics of how cultural and congregational life educate people, and the ways in which one is simultaneously "pastor," "teacher" and "learner." |
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W 630-930 Wenderoth |
NBTS ED 404 |
Educational Ministry with Adults An exploration of the characteristics and development issues of young, middle and older adults; theories and principles of adult religious education. |
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M 700-940 Price |
NBTS ED 423 |
Developing Emergent Leaders Course reflects seminarians with a desire to learn how to appropriately and effectively develop potential leaders. The development of leaders for service and life in Christ is a critical role of education efforts in local congregations. |
M 400-640 Colwill |
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R 700-940 Colwill |
NBTS YM 303 |
Adolescent Culture Explore the spiritual, psychological and social problems confronting youth as well as learning to assess, change and develop paradigms in order to minister to adolescents both outside and within the Christian environment. |
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2 Sat in Elgin & online Sanders |
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NBTS YM 414 |
Spiritual Formation of Youth This course will help participants to understand postmodern adolescents and explorre various ways they develop spiritually. |
2 S in Elgin & online Krispin |
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NPTS CEDF 6210 |
Ministry with Children Develop framework for ministry to and with children by examining biblical foundations, needs and effective models of ministry. Explore child development and spiritual formation of children. Learn sound curriculum and effective teaching techniques. |
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W 630-945 Cannell |
NPTS CEDF 6300 |
Foundations of Youth Ministry Develop framework for youth ministry by examining biblical foundations, needs and effective models. Explore adolescent development and spiritual formation. Design programs, service education, retreats, leadership development and support systems. |
W 630-930 Dekker |
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NPTS CEDF 6303 |
Youth Issues and Assessment Develops approaches and tools for assessment and intervention for youth problems such as body image, eating disorders, depression, violence, drugs, through exploring the culture and challenges of today's adolescents and reviewing problems. |
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T 630-945 held at Oakdale Covenant Church Olson |
TEDS EM 5000 |
Educational Ministry in the Local Church Introduction to local church administration and teaching, focusing on the aims, principles, organization and development of a local church educational program; and on the aims, methods, media and evaluation of the teaching process. |
W 7:30-10:50a, 9/2-10/14 Senter |
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TEDS EM 5210 |
Christian Leadership The examination of the role and function of leadership in a Christian context |
W 7:30-10:50, 10/21-12/16 Senter |
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TEDS EM 5510 |
Christian Formation and Journey An interactive exploration of the process of spiritual growth in the life of the believere, focusing on how the church has understood Christian spirituality and the process of Christ being formed in the believer. |
T 9/1-10/13, 730-1050a Senter |
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TEDS EM 5712 |
Theology and Methodology of Biblical Teaching An examination of teaching and learning as applied to biblical passage and theological concepts. Opportunity will be given to improve teaching skills through in-class practice. |
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M 1230-350 Senter |
TEDS EM 6000 |
Current Topics in Educational Ministry Select and specialized topics relevant to educational ministry. This semestere: Marriage Enrichment. Course is independent activities with your spouse facilitated by the instructor, meeting only once for instructions. See syllabus for more info. |
S 8/29 900-1100 Sell |
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TEDS ES 8000-01 |
Seminar: Issues in Educational Ministries Intercultural Communications |
12/1-4 & 7-11, 130-530 Elmer |
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4/19-30, 130-500 Cha |
TEDS ME 5175 |
Evangelistic Bible Study: Mark Using the inductive method of investigating the biblical text, the student will create materials and design a Bible study based on the book of Mark to be used in informal settings. No audits. |
W 1230-300 Nyquist |
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USML PL375 |
Evangelication and Catechesis This course will examine the theological, pastoral, psychological and cultural issues to be considered when developing, delivering and evaluating evangelization and catechetical programs and processes. |
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Wiskus |
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