Courses by Schedule and Topic

Outline of Courses

1. Introductory
2. Canonical Corpus
3. Topics in Old Testament
4. Hebrew Language

1. Introductory
2. Books of the New Testament
3. Topics in New Testament
4. New Testament Greek

1. Introductory
2. History of Particular Traditions
3. History—Individuals
4. American Church History
5. Topics in Church History

1. Introductory and Foundational
2. Particular Individuals or Traditions
3. Topics in Theology

1. Moral Theology
2. Topics in Ethics

1. The Nature and Practice of Ministry
2. Spirituality and Spiritual Direction
3. Pastoral Care
4. Liturgy and Worship
5. Preaching and Communication
6. Educational Ministry of the Church
7. Polity and Canon Law

2006–2007 Term Starting Dates

CTU

B4001

Introduction to the Bible

An introduction to the text and various parts and genres of the Old and New Testaments, the issues arising from these, and relevant interpretive approaches.

Fall

M 7-9:45

Okoye, Nguyen

Spring

M 7-9:45

Okoye

CTU

B4316i

Biblical History and Archaeology New Testament

Study of nonliterary sources for reconstructing ancient Israel's history, the study of the principles of archaeology is complemented with visits to archaeological sites and museums in Israel, Greece, Turkey, Jordan and Egypt. Taught in Israel.

Fall

TBA

Bowe

CTU

B4404i

History and Archaeology of the Bible

Study of principles of archaeology and an inquiry into some of the nonliterary sources for understanding the ancient societies of the Levant.

J-Term

TBA

Brink

CTU

B5400

Intertestamental Literature

Seminar focusing on non-canonical Jewish literature producted from 200 BC to AD 200. Emphasis on impact of these writings on theology of early Christianity and rabbinic Judaism.

Fall

T 11:30-2:15

Sandmel

CTU

BC5001

The Servant of the Lord and Interpretation

Introduction to text and themes of Deutero-Isaiah followed by the study of sayings about the Servant of the Lord in relation to their meaning for the vocation of Israel and for people called to be God's servant. Prereq: B4001

Spring

T 1-3:45

Okoye

LSTC

B-443

Scripture by Heart

Advanced exegesis

Fall

T 6:30-9:30

Rhoads

LSTC

B-479

Middle East Travel Seminar

J Term

Jan 8-23

Menn, Rossing

MTS

B 300

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.

Fall

M 6-8:50

Hebert, Lee

MTS

B 498

The Bible and Human Sexuality

course will explore both Testaments in their contexts in antiquity on such issues as the expression and meaning of sexuality, marriage, and same-sex eroticism and also consider their implications for Christian and Jewish views of sexuality today.

Spring

M 9-11:50

Brawley, Tanzer

MTS

B/T 493

Thinking Biblically

What does it mean today? Uses of scripture by theologians, ethicists, ministers, laity and denominations are examined critically in social and ecclesial contexts, incuding the Bible in oipoular culture and lay theology.

Fall

M 1-3:50

Brawley, Cathey

TEDS

CC 711

Cultural Hermeneutics

This introductory class provides students with the basic framework for thinking theologically about contemporary culture.

Fall

W 12:15-2:55

Vanhoozer

TEDS

IG 500

Biblical Theology and Interpretation

Fall

M 8:15-10:45

Carson

Spring

W 12:15-2:45

Cole

TEDS

NT 506

Foundations in Biblical Studies

Fall

M 8:15-10:45

Staff

TEDS

OT 506

Foundations in Biblical Studies

Fall

M 8:15-10:45

Staff

CTS

CH 301

People and Faith of Israel I

An introduction for beginning students to the historical, literary, and theological interpretation of the Hebrew Scriptures. Special attention given to Pentateuch and narrative history (Joshua–2 Kings).

Fall

W 6:30-9:30

Stone

CTS

CH 302

People and Faith of Israel II

An introduction to the historical, literary, and theological interpretation of the prophetic, poetic, and wisdom texts of the Hebrew Scriptures.

Spring

M 6:30-9:30

Sandoval

G-ETS

11-500

Introduction to the Old Testament

Introduction to the legal, historical, poetic and prophetic books of the Hebrew Scriptures, with emphasis on the order and contents, cultural settings, literary forms, religious themes and interpretive approaches. 4 semester hours.

Fall

TTh 1:10-3:10

Lester

Spring semester

MW 7:15-9:15

Anderson

IPS

417-001

Literature of Ancient Israel

Introduction to Old Testament. Examine texts from all parts of the Old Testament.

Fall

T 7-9:30

Hiebert

LSTC

B-310A

Pentateuch & Wisdom Literature: Instruction for Life

Designed to be the introductory course in the field. Studies in literary, historical, and theological questions arising in the interpretation of these books in the Old Testament.

Fall

T 6:30-9:30

Menn

LSTC

B-310B

Pentateuch & Wisdom Literature: Instruction for Life

Designed to be the introductory course in the field. Studies in literary, historical, and theological questions arising in the interpretation of these books in the Old Testament. Reservations accepted immediately, contact pbartley@lstc.edu.

Fall

MW 9:30-10:50

Klein

LSTC

B-310C

Pentateuch & Wisdom Literature: Instruction (online)

Designed to be the introductory course in the field. Studies in literary, historical, and theological questions arising in the interpretation of these books in the Old Testament.

Fall

online

Leeb

LSTC

B-313A/B

Israel's Prophets

Studies in the literature of the prophetic tradition, including detailed exegesis of selected passages. Knowledge of Hebrew presupposed.

Spring

(A)MW 8-9:15 (B) Th 6:30-9:30pm

(A)Klein (B) Leeb

LSTC

WL-307

Arabic

Knowing the Arabic language, the language of the Middle East, is important for effective communication to understand world events today and to comprehend the world of the bible. Courses will be taught by professional native speakers.

Fall

Th 8-10:50

Saadi

MS

BI320

History of the Old Testament

The word of God was not temporal but incarnated in time. God acted in history and the inspired record of these historical events in the Bible. No text of scriptures can be properly understood without studying its historical background.

Fall

T-F 1:15-2:35

TBA

MTS

B 400

Introduction to the Old Testament

Survey of Old Testament--its shape, literary forms, historical background, and theological themes, emphasizing content. Designed for those with little or no biblical background.

Spring

Th 9-11:50

Knowles

NBTS

OT 302 01/02

The Former Prophets

An introductory study of historical, political, religious and social issues in Joshua, Judges, Samuel and Kings.

Winter

01)M 7-9:40; 02)T 1-3:40

Mariottini

NPTS

BIBL 6120

Interpreting the Old Testament I

An introduction to the Torah and Former Prophets of the Old Testament in the context of the ancient Near East. Includes an introduction to major OT narrative genres and the principles for properly interpreting them.

Fall

online

Hubbard

Spring

TTh 10:45-12

Bruckner

S-WTS

BIBL 500

Old Testament I

Fall

TTh 9-10:50

Yamada

S-WTS

BIBL 501

Old Testament II

Winter

MW 1-2:50

Lester

TEDS

OT 500

Introduction to the Old Testament

An introduction to the literature of the Old Testament, the history of Israel, critical issues of Old Testament formation, method in Old Testament study, and the theology of the Old Testament. 4 hours.

Fall Semester

W 7:30-10:50am

Beitzel

TEDS

OT 721

Biblical Archaelogy: Intro to the World of the Old Testament

Q-A

M 12:15-5:15

Hoffmeier

CTS

CH 410

The Festival Scrolls: Ruth, Song of Songs, Ecclesiastes, Lamentations, Esther

A consideration of the Megillot, five biblical books traditionally read at Jewish festivals. Attention given to literary structure, sociohistorical context, and history of interpretation.

J Term

Jan 22-26 9-5

Stone

CTU

B4004

Exodus: An Intercultural Perspective

Prereq: B4001

Spring

W 8:30-11:15

Okoye

CTU

B4314

Psalms

J-Term

M-F 1-3:45

Hoppe

G-ETS

11-602

Historical Books

Advanced study of literary units and theological themes. Emphasis on analytical and synthetic interpretive skills. Prereq: 11-500 or equiv.

Spring

M 6:15-9:15

Duncan

G-ETS

11-607

The Writings: Job

Advanced study of literary units or theological themes. Emphasis on anaytical and synthetic interpretive skills. Prereq: 11-500.

Spring

Th 6:15-9:15

Duncan

LSTC

B-601

Old Testament Graduate Biblical Seminar

Spring: History of Israel (Adv. Exeg)

Fall

M 1-4:30

Menn

Spring

M 1-4:50

Klein

NBTS

OT 301 01/02

The Pentateuch

A historical, critical, and theological study of the first five books of the OT.

Fall

01)M 7-9:40; 02)T 1-3:40

Mariottini

NBTS

OT 303

Wisdom Literature

An introduction to the critical, historical, and theological study of the books of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs. Special attention will be given to the concept of Wisdom in the Ancient Near East and Israel. L

Spring

T 1-3:40 p.m.

Latt

NPTS

BIBL 5141

The Book of Isaiah

Seeks to provide knowledge of the over-arching content and original cultual and historical settings. Attention to literary genres, critical issues and inter-biblical interpretations as they aid the interpretation of Isaiah's text.

J-Term

Jan 16-26 8-12

Bruckner

NPTS

BIBL 6121

Interpreting the Old Testament II

An introduction to the Hebrew Prophets with particular attention to their rhetorical forms and main themes. The course incorporates an introduction to Hebrew poetry and the principles for properly interpreting it.

Fall

TTh 8-9:15

Hubbard

TEDS

OT 550

English Bible: Psalms

Demonstration of inductive Bible study method and treatment.

Fall Semester

Various sections

VanGemeren

TEDS

OT 716

Pentateuch and Historical Books

Exams Pentateuch with emphasis on historical and hermeneutical questions of Genesis; law-grace and Commandments; sacrifices, atonement and forgiveness of sin; covenant form. Analyzes historical books emphasizing narrative, history and biblical account.

Fall Semester

Th 7:30-10:50am

Averbeck

Spring

T 1:15-4:35

Younger

TEDS

OT 717

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. 4 hours

Fall Semester

M 6-9:20

VanGemeren

Spring

R 1:15-4:35

Hoffmeier, Magary

TEDS

OT 735

Exegesis of Psalms

Fall

M 12:15-2:45

VanGemeren

TEDS

OT 744

Advanced Hebrew Exegesis: 2 Kings

Exegesis with special attention to relevant theological issues, structure, central themes, and historical, cultural, and literary contexts.

Spring

TR 7:45-9a

Younger

TEDS

OT 840

Old Testament Studies I: Pentateuch and Historical Books

Fall

W 3-4:40

Averbeck, Younger

TEDS

OT 841

Old Testament Studies II: Poetic and Prophetic Books

Spring

W 3-4:40

VanGemeeren

CTS

CH 401

The Liturgy of the Synagogue

Inquiries into the origins of Jewish worship, its development and problematics, and especially its relationship to Christian practice.

Fall

Th 9-12

Schaalman

CTS

CH 408

Wisdom Literature

Examines major exemplars of Israelite and early Jewish Wisdom Literature-particularly Proverbs, Job, Ecclesiastes, Sirach, and Wisdom of Solomon. Major historical, literary and theological themes will be highlighted.

Spring

W 9-12

Sandoval

CTU

B4311

The Former Prophets

Study of selected texts from Joshua to 2 Kings, focusing on contrast between historical Israel and biblica Israel in order to appreciate the theological dimension of ancient Israel's story. Prereq: B4001

Fall

Sa 8:30-11:15

Brink

CTU

B4416i

Biblical History and Archeology Old Testament

Introduction to methods of biblical archaeology for interpreting matereial remains of early Christianity. Classroom study with visits to archaeological sites. Israel

Fall

TBA

Bowe

G-ETS

11-632

Biblical Law & the Ethics of Biblical Interpretation

Study of select OT books. May be repeated. Prereq: 11-500 Spring: Psalms

Fall

M 6:15-9:15

C. Anderson

Spring

F 9-12

Gambrell

G-ETS

11-808

Faith of Israel's Daughters

Advanced study of literary units and theological themes. Emphasis on analytical and synthetic interpretive skills. Prereq: 11-500 or equiv.

J term

M-F 8-12:30 & W 1:30-3:30

Bird

MTS

B 440

Life Cycles of Judaism

Spring

M 1-3:50

Tanzer

MTS

B 497

Middle East Trip: Egypt and the Bible

J-Term

Jan 7-26

Hiebert, Tanzer

NBTS

OT 450

Women in the Old Testament

A study of the role and contribution of women in the Old Testament.

Spring

M 7-9:40

Mariottini

NPTS

BIBL 6245

Women of the Old Testament

Explores portraits of selected women from ancient Israel. Consideration also given to metaphorical portraits of women and of God as a female. Formulate biblical understanding of nature of woman and her roles in Israelite and contemporary society.

Fall

TTh 3-4:15

Hubbard

NPTS

BIBL 6263

Biblical Perspectives on Health and Healing

Reckoning with scripture's cultural, historical, and linguistic context to understand scripture's view of health, healing and disease, and perspectives on individual and community dimensions of health.

Spring

Bruckner

S-WTS

BIBL 636

Violence and the Hebrew Bible

Fall

TTh 3-4:50

Yamada

TEDS

OT 600

Preaching from the Old Testament

Fall

M 2-3:40

Roy, Averbeck

Spring Q-B

W 1-3 Q-B

Scharf, Magary

TEDS

OT 706

Geography of Bible Lands

Spring

W 12:15-2:45

Beitzel

TEDS

OT 743

Egypt and the Bible

Study of the languages, literatures, history and archaeology of the ancient Near Eastern world.

Q-A

W 12:15-5:15

Hoffmeier

TEDS

OT 758

Ugaritic

Guided reading in selected Ugaritic texts. Study of Ugaritic vocabulary, morphology, and syntax; linguistic comparison of the language with reference to points of contact with the Hebrew Bible.

Fall

TTh 1:30-2:45

Averbeck

TEDS

OT 761

Akkadian I

Fall

TTh 9:10-10:25

Younger

CTU

B4300

Hebrew

This is the first part of a two-quarter course which studies the grammar and vocabulary of biblical Hebrew in order to prepare students to work with the Hebrew text.

Spring

MTWTh 4-5

TBA

G-ETS

11-541

Elementary Hebrew I

Introduction to the elements of biblical Hebrew (grammar and syntax) and translation of selected prose texts in the Hebrew Bible. Credit for 11-541 upon satisfactory completion of 11-542.

Fall

TTh 1:10-3:10

Lester

G-ETS

11-542

Elementary Hebrew II

Completes and continues 11-541. Prereq: 11-541.

Spring semester

TTh 8:45-10:45

Lester

G-ETS

11-543

Intermediate Hebrew

Rapid reading of prose and poetry, review of grammar and vocabulary, introduction to text criticism. Prereq: 11-541/542 or equiv.

Spring

Th 1:30 lst mtg

Duncan

LSTC

B-02

Hebrew Pericopes

Fall

T 12-12:50

TBA

Spring

M 12-12:50

Klein

LSTC

BL-300

Biblical Hebrew

Fall

MTh 1-2:30 & W 1-2:20

Klein

LSTC

BL-402

Hebrew II: Readings in the David Narratives

J Term

MWTh 8-12

Klein

MTS

B 322

Introduction to Hebrew Exegesis II

Completes the sequence begun in B 321; Hebrew grammar, translation, and exegesis of primarily prose portions of Hebrew Bible, fundamentals of text criticism, and general principles of interpretation.

Fall

MW 1-2:20

Hiebert

MTS

B 449

Hebrew Exegesis III

While including some review of grammar and vocabulary, course focuses on the reading, translation, and interpretation of biblical texts, often drawn from a selected book in the Hebrew Bible.

Spring-

W 1-3:50

Knowles

NPTS

BIBL 6100

Beginning Hebrew I

A survey of the essentials of biblical Hebrew including basic grammar concepts and the strong verb. A special emphasis on vocabulary building. 3 hours

Fall Semester

A)MW 10:45-12; TTh 10:45-12

Bruckner; staff

NPTS

BIBL 6101 1/2

Beginning Hebrew II

Follow-up study of Hebrew verbal system with special emphasis on significance of grammar for interpretation. Course incorporates a preliminary introduction to Hebrew syntax and in-depth exegesis through study of biblical texts. Prereq: BIBL 6100.

Spring semester

1)MW 10:45-12; 2)TTh 10:45-12

1)Bruckner; 2)Staff

NPTS

BIBL 6102

Hebrew Readings

To assist students in developing a greater facility with the Hebrew language, various texts from the Hebrew Bible are selected for reading and discussion. Prereq: BIBL 6100 and 6101. 1 hour.

Fall Semester

TBA

Hubbard

NPTS

BIBL 6103

Hebrew Readings

in this course, students translate and discuss selected texts from the Hebrew Bible in order to enhance their facility with the hebrew language. Prereq: BIBL 6100 and BIBL 6101.

Spring

TBA

Hubbard

TEDS

OT 503

Elementary Hebrew I

Essentials of biblical Hebrew grammar with emphasis on morphology, phonology, syntax, and vocabulary. May not be taken as audit.

Fall Semester

TTh various sections

Magary, Beitzel, Clayton

TEDS

OT 504

Elementary Hebrew II

Further consideration of Hebrew grammar and vocabulary with focus on the Hebrew weak verb. Designed to prepare the student for exegetical study by a detailed consideration of Hebrew syntax and reading of selected texts. Prereq: Hebrew I. No audits.

Spring Semester

Sections TR

Staff

TEDS

OT 602

Hebrew Exegesis

Fall

Various

Staff

TEDS

OT 703

Hebrew Reading Skills

Fall

T 6:30-8:10

Magary

TEDS

OT 756

Biblical Aramaic

Q-A

TR 1:30-4

Magary

TEDS

OT 762

Akkadian II

Spring

TR 9:10-10:25

Younger

TEDS

OT 845

Current Issues:

Fall: The Arameans and the Bible; Spring: Advanced Hebrew Reading Skills

Fall

W 12:15-2:45

Younger

Spring

T 6:30-8:10

Magary

CTS

CH 321

Interpreting the Gospels

An introduction to contemporary research and perspectives on the four canonical Gospels. The Greco-Roman milieu of the Gospels, the methodological development of Gospel scholarship, and the question of the Gospel's genre(s) will be addressed.

Fall

Th 9-12

Jennings

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 practices, we will also pay attention to the historical situations of these letters.

Spring

W 9-12

Jennings

G-ETS

12-500

Introduction to New Testament

Introduction to the 27 New Testament documents in the light of various historical-critical methodologies as well as of other more recent theories of interpretation.

Fall semester

MW 4-5:45

Vena

Spring semester

TTh 8:45-10:45

Yeo

IPS

416-001

Christian Origins: Exploring the New Testament

Explore the world of Jesus and his interpreters from both an historical and a biblical perspective and learn about the religious and cultural world of Palenstinian Judaism during the Roman occupation.

Spring

Th 7-9:30

Ludwig

LSTC

B-331

Jesus and the Gospels

A study of the four Gospels and the way each author structured and edited the tradition to respond to the specific needs of the church. Introduction to current reconstructions of the life of Jesus.

Fall

W 1-4:30

West

Spring

Th 1-4:30

West

NBTS

NT 301 01/02

Matthew, Mark and Luke

A general introduction to the synoptic gospels, giving attention to the distinctive story of Jesus found in each gospel and exploring their literary and theological relationships.

Winter

01)T 9-11:40; 02)Th 7-9:40

01)Cosgrove; 02)Noh

NBTS

NT 302 01/02

Paul and His Letters

A general introduction to the letters and theology of Paul. Special attention is given to recent Pauline scholarship.

Spring

01)T 9-11:40; 02)T 7-9:40

Cosgrove

NPTS

BIBL 5150 1/2

Interpreting the New Testament I

In this introductory treatment of the Gospels, attention is given to hermeneutics, critical studies, the characteristics and message of each of the Gospels, and Jesus' proclamation of the Kingdom.

Fall Semester

1)TTh 10:45-12; 2)M 6:30-9:30

1)Snodgrass; 2)Chester

NPTS

BIBL 5151 1/2

Interpreting the New Testament II

Survey of Acts through Revelation with special emphasis on interpretive issues, historical context, distinctive content, theological peculiarities, and contemporary relevance of Acts and the NT letters.

Spring

1)online; 2)MW 8-9:15am

1)Lee; 2) Chester

S-WTS

BIBL 550

New Testament I

Spring

WF 9-10:50

Adam

S-WTS

BIBL 551

New Testament II

Winter

MW 1-2:50

Adam

TEDS

NT 500

Introduction to the New Testament

Introductory survey of the New Testament, including the life and ministry of Christ, apostolic history, New Testament literature, principal critical issues and the unity and diversity of New Testament theology.

Spring Semester

T 6-9:20

Harris

TEDS

NT 761

New Testament Theology

Spring

M 12:15-2:45

Osborne

CTU

B4407

The Gospel According to John

A study with attention to this Gospel's distinctive style and theology, overall structure, and content. Key sections used to highlight such major Johannine motifs as religious symbolism, sacraments, community, and spirituality. Prereq:

Spring

M 8:30-11:15

Reid

CTU

B4409

Revelation and Letters of John

Thematic and exegetical study of Revelation (Apocalypse) and letters of John from perspectives of history, culture, understanding of church, apocalyptic and epistolary genres, and contemporary interpretation. Prrereq: B4001

Fall

W 8:30-11:15

Nguyen

CTU

BC4403

The Gospel of Mark in Cross-Cultural Perspective

Study of narrative of Mark within its socio-cultural matrix and the cultures of today's readers. Focus is on Markan style and theology in dialogue with today's context and questions.

Fall

W 7-9:45

Reid

G-ETS

12-611

1 Corinthians

Historical setting and literary problem of 1 Corinthians from the point of view of redaction, rhetorical and audience criticism; theological and ethical concepts developed by Paul in response to problems in Corinth. Prereq: 12-500.

Fall

M 12:45-3:45

Cosgrove

G-ETS

12-614

The Gospel of Mark

Critical and exegetical study of leading theological motifs of the Gospel; attention to social dimensions of the community for which it was written. Prereq: 12-501.

Spring

TTh 1:10-2:40

Vena

G-ETS

12-621

James and Wisdom Literature

Exegetical study, audience and authorship of James, and such theological motifs as wisdom, faith and work, rhetoric, perfection and eschatology. Cross-cultural reading of James within Jewish, Christian, Greco-Roman and Chinese wisdom traditions.

Spring

M 12:45-3:45

Yeo

LSTC

B-334

Paul: The Shorter Letters

Fall

Th 1-4:30

Rhoads

Spring

Th 1-4:30

Rhoads

LSTC

B-441

I Peter in Its Cultural Context

Advanced exegesis

Spring

T 8-10:50

Krentz

LSTC

B-448

Prepare to Preach Luke

Advanced exegesis

Spring

W 1-4

West

LSTC

B-488

Prepare to Preach Luke (Adv Exg)

Literary, historical, liberation and feminist approaches to the Gospel of Luke for preachers and others, with attention to themes for Liturgical Year C. Greek is recommended. Prereq: Jesus and the Gospels or another introductory NT course.

Spring

W 1-4

West

LSTC

B-627

New Testament Graduate Biblical Seminar

Gospel of Mark

Spring

T 1-4:50

Rhoads

LSTC

B-640

New Testament Graduate Biblical Seminar: Hebrews

Fall

T 1-4:50

Krentz

MTS

B 450

The Gospels

Introduction to four canonical Gospels with special focus on the unique portrait of Jesus each prsents. Major issues and methods for study of Gospel literature. Central emphasis on Christology; minor attention to the historical Jesus. Prereq: B 300.

Spring

Th 6-8:50

Tanzer

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. Prereq: B 300.

Fall

W 6-8:50

Brawley

MTS

B 461

Interpreting Romans

Interpreting Romans with emphasis on the sociological location, the rhetorical purposes, and appropriation of interpretation. A Greek reading option will be offered.

Spring

T 9-11:50

Brawley

NBTS

NT 407

1 Corinthians

An intensive study of 1 Corinthians, which presupposes that students have taken an introduction to the New Testament with respect to the Pauline epistles.

Winter

T 4-6:40

Cosgrove

NBTS

NT 411

Romans

An exegetical and theological study of Romans with special attention to the meaning of the gospel in its original cultural setting and for Christian faith and life today.

Fall

M 7-9:40

Das

NPTS

BIBL 5157

The Gospel of John

Focuses on his interaction with individuals and groups of diverse religious, economic, social, political and educational backgrounds and will explore theological and practical implications for today.

Spring

W 6:30-9:30

Chester

NPTS

BIBL 5159

Romans

Focus of this course in on purpose and theology of this crucial letter. Although attention will be given to all of the letter, priority will be given to major theological passages in chapters 1-8.

Spring

T 6:30-9:30

Snodgrass

TEDS

ME/NT 617

Evangelistic Bible Study: Mark

Spring

R 1:30-4

Nyquist

TEDS

NT 550

English Bible: Pastoral Epistles

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.

Fall

W 5-6:40

Nyquist

Spring

F/S 2/2-3, 9-20, 16-17 F 6:30-9:15 S 9-3:15

Nyquist

TEDS

NT 621

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.

Fall

Th 1:30-4

Schnabel

Spring

M 12:15-2:45

Osborne

TEDS

NT 622

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.

Fall

T 1:30-4

Yarbrough

Spring

R 8:15-10:45

Carson

TEDS

NT 704

Lukan Writings

History and theology of the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts. Special attention to narrative structure. Passages selected from both books for study in depth. Prereq: reading knowledge of Greek.

Spring

M 8:15-10:45

Pao

TEDS

NT 707

Corinthian Correspondence

Historical background and principal theological emphases of these letters addressed to a first-century Gentile church. Prereq: reading knowledge of Greek.

Spring

M 12:15-2:45

Schnabel

CTS

CM 480

Interpreting Parables in Teaching and Preaching

Critical contextual examination of gospel parables as primary sources of teaching and preaching. Readings include both contemporary standard works on the parables and a documentary study of an urban neighborhood as shared context for interpretation.

Fall

T 9-12

Edgerton

CTU

B4317i

Paul and the Gentile Mission: Travel Seminar

Fall

TBA

Bowe

CTU

B4410

Christian Origins and the Pauline Mission

Missionary activity of Paul and his apostolic team is explored through his letters, Greco-Roman and Jewish literature and archaeology tracing the development of the Christian religion as it encountered new cultures and adapted to its social environment.

Spring

W 7-9:45

Brink

CTU

B4414i

The Quest for the Historical Jesus

Travel: Prereq: B4001

Fall

TBA

Bowe

CTU

B4418i

Early Christian Archaeology

Travel course

Spring

TBA

Brink

CTU

B5006

Women in the New Testament

prereq: B4001

Fall

M 8:30-11:15

Reid

G-ETS

12-619

New Testament Interpretation in Cross-Cultural Context

An exercise in cross-cultural hermeneutics. Examination of key New Testament passages from different approaches to the Bible: African Ameriacan, feminist/womanist, Asian and Hispanic. Prerreq: 12-500

Spring

F 9-12

Vena

MS

BI309

All in the Family

In preaching, Fred Craddock writes that in the seminary to counter-influence the classroom lecture, "the homiletics student should read at least one short story a week, first cousin to the sermon. We will read modern Catholic authors.

Spring

M-Th 1:15-2:35

TBA

MS

BI372

Parables of Jesus

A study of the parables, why Jesus used them, how the Church and the gospel writers adapted them for their own times. Through a study of Jeremiah, Dodd, and Crossan, see how the meaning of the Parables provides nourishment for the life of the Church today

Fall

M-Th 8:25

TBA

MTS

B 427

Resurrection in the New Testament

Spring

W 6-8:50

Brawley, Lee

MTS

B 455

Parables

J-Term

Jan 8-19, M-F 8:30-12

Brawley

NBTS

NT 460

Worship in the Early Church

This course will introduce the theology and practice of ancient Christian worship focusing on the New Testament but with considereation of other early Christian writings as well as archeological information.

Fall

T 9-11:40

Cosgrove

NPTS

BIBL 6254

The Parables of Jesus

An analysis of the individual parables of Jesus will draw on both ancient and modern literary discussions in order to understand his teaching. Explicit attention will be given to preaching from the parables. 2 hours.

Fall semester

TTh 4;30-5:45

Snodgrass

NPTS

BIBL 6262

Symposium: Justice

Held in conjunction with annual North Park Symposium on the Theological Interpretation of Scripture and deals with topic of the symposium. Students required to attend all sessions of symposium as well as scheduled class sessions.

Fall Semester

9/27-30

Joshua, Lee

TEDS

NT 600

Preaching from the New Testament

Fall Quad B

Th 3:10-4:55

Harris, Scharf

Spring Q-B

1)R 9:10-10:50 Q-B; 4)W 6-9:20p Q-B

1)Padilla, Scharf 4)Harris, Roy

TEDS

NT 745

Intertestamental Period

Spring

W 12:15-2:45

Pao

TEDS

NT 763

The Teaching of Jesus

Spring

W 8:15-10:45

Schnabel

TEDS

NT 778

New Testament Textual Criticism

Fall

W 8:15-10:45

Schnabel

TEDS

NT 845

Current Issues: NT Apocrypha

Seminar examining aspects of New Testament theology that clarify some of its unique challenges and its contributions.

Fall

M 9:05-10:45

Pao

CTU

B4400

Biblical Greek I

A basic introduction to the grammar and vocabulary of the Greek New Testament.

Fall

MTWTh 11:30-12:45

Nguyen

CTU

B5201

The Gospel of John from the Greek Text

A study of the Gospel of John with attention to its distinctive style and theology and to its overall structure and content. Prereq: B4001 or equiv., Biblical Greek, or reading competency.

Spring

Th 8:30-11:15

Nguyen

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.

Fall semester

WF 9-10:30

Vena

G-ETS

12-542

Elementary Greek II

Completes and continues 12-541. Prereq: 12-541

Spring semester

TTh 1:10-3:10

Kalantzis

LSTC

B-01

Greek Pericopes

Fall

M 12-12:50

TBA

Spring

Th 12-12:50

West

LSTC

B-03

Advanced Greek Readings: The Septuagint

Fall

Th 9-10:30

Krentz

Spring

W 9:30-10:30

Krentz

LSTC

BL-307

Biblical Greek

Fall

MTTh 1-2:30

West

LSTC

BL-407

Intermediate Greek: Reading for the Lectionary

Designed as continuation of introductory Greek, but open to others who wish to improve their reading ability. Develop facility in reading and translating NT Greek to enhance one's preaching and teaching of NT texts. Prereq: Intro Greek or equiv.

J Term

MTWTh 8:30-11

West

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.

Fall

TTh 9:30-10:50

Lee

MTS

B 325

Introduction to Greek Exegesis II

Completes introduction to Greek begun in B 324.

Spring

TTh 9:30-10:50

Lee

NBTS

BL 350

Greek I

A basic course on the grammar and vocabulary of NT Greek.

Fall

TTh 5-6:30

Bailey

NBTS

BL 351

Greek II

An intermediate study of the grammar and vocabulary of NT Greek.

Winter

TTh 5-6:40

Bailey

NBTS

BL 352

Greek Syntax and Exegesis

A course designed to develop skills in Greek syntax and exegesis using the Greek text of Romans.

Spring

TTh 5-6:40

Bailey

NPTS

BIBL 5109 1/2

Beginning New Testament Greek I

A survey of the rudiments of biblical Greek. The focus is on basic grammar, vocabulary, and the development of reading skills.

Fall Semester

1)MWF 10:45-12; 2)MWF 1-2:15

1)Lee; 2)Staff

NPTS

BIBL 5110 1/2

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.

Spring

1)MWF 10:45-12; 2)MWF 1-2:15

1)Lee; 2)Staff

NPTS

BIBL 5111

Introduction to New Testament Greek Exegesis

Procedures and tools used in exegetical process, textual criticism, translation, syntax, theological applications, application to ministry. Experience gained through exegesis of a New Testament book. Prereq: BIBL 5108 or BIBL 5109–5110.

Fall Semester

1)online; 2)TTh 1;30-2:45

1)VonKamecke; 2) Chester

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. 1 hour.

Fall Semester

TBA

Lee

NPTS

BIBL 5113

New Testament Greek Readings

The course is designed to increase the facility of students to read and translate New Testament Greek. Prereq: BIBL 5108 or 5109 and 5110.

Spring

TBA

Chester

TEDS

NT 401

Beginning Greek I

Phonology, morphology and grammar of New Testament Greek with readings in the Johannine literature or the Thessolonian correspondence and vocabulary development.

Fall Semester

01)TTh 7:35-9:00am; 02)TTh 9:10-10:25; 03)TTh 1:30-2:45; 04)TTh 3:15-4:30

Staff

Spring

TR 3:15-4:55

Storer

TEDS

NT 402

Beginning Greek II

Phonology, morphology and grammar of New Testament Greek, with readings in the Johannine literature of the Thessalonian correspondence and vocabulary development.

Spring Semester

TR various sections

Wolf, Naylor, Glick, MaGee

TEDS

NT 491

Greek Review

Review of the elements of New Testament Greek, giving special attention to vocabulary, verbal forms and grammar.

Fall Semester

TTh 3:15-4:30

Staff

TEDS

NT 503

New Testament Greek Exegesis I

Placement determined by NT Dept.

Fall

Sections TTh & W

01)Yarbrough; 02)Schnabel; 03)Pao; 04)Harris

Spring

TR 3:15-4:55

Padilla

TEDS

NT 504

New Testament Greek Exegesis II

Fall Quad A

TTh 3:10-4:55

Harris

Spring

1)TR 7:20-9a Q-A 2)TR 9:10-10:50 Q-A; 4)W 6-9:20p Q-A

1)Padilla; 2)Pao, Scharf; 4) Harris

TEDS

NT 505

New Testament Greek Exegesis III

Fall Quad B

T 3:10-4:55

Harris

Spring

1)T 7:20-9a Q-B; 2)T 9:10-10:50 Q-B; 4)W 6-9:20p Q-B

1)Padilla 2)Pao 4)Harris

TEDS

NT 772

Advanced Greek Grammar

History of the development of the Greek language from Homer to modern Greek; studies in Greek syntax and New Testament exegesis with special reference to the standard grammars. Prereq: NT 504 or equiv.

Spring

T 8:15-10:45

Carson

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.

Fall

T 6:30-9:30

Jennings

CTU

H4001

Patristics

Study of the theological perspectives of major writers of the church.

Fall

M 7-9:45

Chaplin

G-ETS

13-501

History of Christian Thought & Practice I

Survey of key developments in Christian thought and practice from the post-apostolic period to the present. 3 semester hours.

Fall

TTh 9-10:30

Kalantzis

G-ETS

13-502A/B

History of Christian Thought & Practice II

Survey of key developments in Christian thought and practice from the post-apostolic period to the present. 3 semester hours.

Spring

A)T 6:15-9:15; B)TTh 9-10:30

A)Murphy; B)Pak

G-ETS

13-805

Christianity and Culture in the Early Church

Fall

F 9-12

Kalantzis

IPS

402-001

Church and Mission

Historical and theological exploration of the Church from its beginnings in Galilee and in the Pauline Mission churches to the present. Examine how the Church understands itself and its mission.

Fall

T 4:15-6:45

O'Gorman

Spring at Holy Family Parish, Inverness

W 6:30-9:30

Brennan

IPS

531-001

Christian Doctrine and Its History: Grace, Christ and the Spirit

Overview of fundamental Christian theology, focused on the core doctrines of grace, Christ and Trinity. Teleconfeenced course offered simultaneously at WTC and Holy Family Parish, Inverness.

Fall

W 6:30-9:30

Ludwig

LSTC

H-301A/B

Church History I

Fall

(A) T 8-10:50 (B) M 6:30-9:30

(A)Hendel, (B)Swanson

LSTC

H-302A/B

Church History II

Fall

M 1-4

Vethanayagamony

Spring

A)T 8-10:50 B)W 6:30-9:30

A)Hendel, B)Vethanayagamony

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.

Fall

Th 6-8:50

Sawyer

MTS

H 301

History Survey II

See description for History Survey I, MTS H 300.

Spring

W 6-8:50

Daniels

MTS

H 412

Reformations of the 16th Century

A study of reform and renewal movements within European Christianity, including the Spanish, Lutheran, Reformed, Radical and Catholic patterns of reform, with an emphasis on distinctive doctrines and worship traditions.

Spring

Th 6-8:50

Sawyer

MTS

H 492

Historiography

Examines methods and models of the writing of church history. Explore various ways church history has been written as the history of missions, denominations, institutions, or narratives that privilege national, ecumenical, or personal/social perspectives.

J-Term

1/8-19 1-4:30

Kalu

NBTS

CH 301 01/02

Early and Medieval Christianity

An examination of Christian life and thought from the first to the fifteenth centuries.

Fall

01)M4-6:40; 02)Th 1-3:40

01)Blumhofer; 02)Sattler

NBTS

CH 302

Reformation and Modern Christianity

A study of the development of the Christian movement from the 16th to the 21st centuries.

Winter

M 4-6:40

Blumhofer

Spring

Th 1-3:40

Sattler

NBTS

CH 436

Who Am I?

Spring

T 1-3:40

Sattler

NPTS

HSTY 5200

Christian Heritage I: The Early and Medieval Church

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.

Fall Semester

MW 8-9:15

Graham

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.

Spring semester

MW 8-9:15

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, the course also examines the missional life of the Christian church. MACE & MACM only.

Fall Semester

TTh 8-9:15am

Van Horn

S-WTS

HIST 500

Church History I: Early

Fall

TTh 1-2:50

Adam

S-WTS

HIST 501

Church History II: Middle Ages/Reformation

Spring

TTh 1-2:50

Barker

S-WTS

HIST 502

Church History III: Modern and Contemporary

Winter

TTh 9-10:50

Gooden

TEDS

CH 636

History of Christianity

Development of Christianity to present: patristic period; ecumenical councils; cultural and theological synthesis of Middle Ages; Protestant Reformation; classical Protestant orthodoxy, denominations; secularism; revivals, missionary expansion. 4 hrs.

Fall Semester

W 7:30-10:50am

Manetsch

Spring

M 12:15-3:35

Woodbridge

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.

Spring

Th 6:30-9:30 pm

Liang

CTS

CH 390a

United Methodist History

A course to partially fulfill the requirement for ordination in the United Methodist Church.

Fall

TBA

Brown

CTS

CH 390b

United Methodist Doctrine

A course to partially fulfill the requirement for ordination in the United Methodist Church

J Term

TBA

Brown

CTS

CH 390c

United Methodist Polity

A course to partially fulfill the requirement for ordinatin in the United Methodist Church.

Spring

TBA

Brown

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 ecclesiastical relations.

Spring

(A)M 8-10:50 (B) M 6:30-9:30pm

(A)Hendel (B)Vethanayagamony

LSTC

H-406

History of Christianity in Asia: The Modern Period

Fall

W 1-4

Vethanayagamony

LSTC

H/W-610

Graduate Mission Seminar: Christian-Muslim History

Spring

W 1-4

Swanson

ML

H394 & H394INT

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.

Jan Int

Jan 22-26 9-5

Bumbaugh

Spring

F 9-12

Bumbaugh

MS

SY346

Mariology: Contemporary Perspectives

Review Church's teachings regarding Mary and investigatee how they are received in ecumenical and feminist theology.

Spring

W 8:25-11:15

TBA

MTS

H 402

Reformed Tradition

Course explores the history and theology of the Reformed tradition with a view to understanding its oritings and development and its contemporary manifestations and relevance.

Fall

T 2-4:50

Sawyer

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.

Spring

T 2-4:50

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.

Fall

M 1-3:50

Kalu, Daniels

MTS

H 485H

Historia de la Iglesia Hispana en los E.E.U.U.

El curso introducirá al alumno a los origenes, desarrollo y estado actual de las iglesias hispanas en los E.E.U.U. Se pondrá énfasis en la desarrollo de sus teologías, así como las distintas eclesiologías que la han dado concerción histórica.

Fall

Th 6-8:50

Rodríguez

NBTS

CH 360

History of the African American Religious Experience in America

This course seeks to trace the development and history of the African American religious experience and church in America from the African Diaspora to the present.

Winter

T 7-9:40

Butler

NBTS

CH 370

The Church in England

Spring

Th 7-9:40

Heinze

NBTS

CH 402

Baptist History

A course designed to introduce the history and beliefs of Baptists from the 16th century to the present.

Winter

Th 1-3:40

Ohlmann

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 Reformation and to historic and theological development of Pietism in Sweden and North America in 19th and 20th centuries.

Spring semester

MW 10:45-12

Anderson

S-WTS

HIST 621

England in the Age of Reform

An exploration of the beginnings of Anglicanism as both a series of events and a broader spiritual movement. Follows the development of Anglicanism from the English Reformation through the late 18th century, when it became a global communion.

Fall

T 6:30-9:30

Barker

TEDS

CH 740

History of Free Church Movement

Fall

T 4:30-6:10

Gustafson

TEDS

CH 744

History of Christianity in the Middle Ages

Fall

W7-9:30

Klauber

LSTC

H-435

Theology of Luther

The purpose of this course is to examine Luther's theology by exploring its broad comprehensiveness as well as its evangelical center. Selected works on various theological themes are discussed.

Fall

M 8-10:50

Hendel

CTS

CH 485

Religion in America

Course will explore the historical development of religion in America from the 17th to 21st centuries, highlighting the ways that its diversity has shaped American culture and identity.

Spring

T 9-12

Speller

CTU

H4004

Catholicism in the U.S.: Historical and Theological Perspectives

Spring

T 7-9:45

Athans

G-ETS

13-642

Topics in American Religious History: hollywood

Examination of significant issues, movements and persons. May be repeated. No prereq.

Fall

T 6:15-9:15

Murphy

MS

HI495

Irish Influence on American Catholicism

As millions of Irish Catholics including priests immigrated to the United States, they took over the church in America, where its leadership remains largely Irish. Explore the impact of the Irish church on the American church and on priestly ministry.

Fall

MTh 1:15-2:35

TBA

MTS

H 453

Black Church in North America

Study of major issues and events in development of the black church from the slavery era to the present, with focus on folk religion, protest movements, theological developments, and ecclesial expressions.

Spring

M 6-8:50

Daniels

NPTS

HSTY 6256

The Bible in American Life

Examination of function, use, and status of the Bible in American culture. Some attention to academic study of the Bible, but primary focus on how the Bible has been used in various movements by particular groups and individuals. 2 hours.

Spring

online

Graham

S-WTS

HIST 605

ECUSA and American Society

Spring

TTh 9-10:50

Gooden

TEDS

CH 736

American Church History

Transition of European churches to America and their involvement with theological, liturgical, social, and political issues; Puritanism, separation of church and state; revivals; social concern; liberalism, fundamentalism, neoorthodoxy, evangelicalism.

Fall

M 12:15-2:45

Woodbridge

Spring

M 8:15-10:45

Sweeney

TEDS

CH 845 2

Cults and Sects in American Religious History

Spring

W 8:15-10:45

Krapohl

CTU

C4002

Abraham's Children: Jews, Christians and Muslims

Cross-cultural and comparative introduction to Judaism, Christianity and Islam using historical, theological and ethnographic methodologies.

Spring

T 11:30-2:15

Alexander, Haq, Sandmel

CTU

FT4000

Tradition: Sources through History

Fall

M 8:30-11:15

Quantz, Schroeder

Spring

T 7-9:45

Quantz, Schroeder

CTU

H5052

Writing Your Own Church History

Spring

T 8:30-11:15

Quantz

CTUq

HD5310

The Divine Comedy and the World of Dante

Fall

T 7-9:45

Quantz

G-ETS

13-542

Judaism in the Early Christian Period

Examination of the post-biblical literature of Judaism, with emphasis on the Talmud, its structure, history and theology; thought currents in the centuries paralleling early Christianity. No prereq. 2 semester hours.

Fall

T 1:10-2:40

Schaalman

G-ETS

13-610

Spener and Pietism's Efforts at Church Renewal

Survey of Spener's life and work as an introduction to classical Pietism's contribution to church renewal and mission. Prereq: 13-501.

J term

M-F 8-12:30 & W 1:30-3:30

Stein

G-ETS

13-645

African American Ministry: Addressing Historical Challenges

Central issues faced by black clergy as they have sought through the centuries to develop a viable ministry through the church. No prereq.

Fall

M 6:15-9:15pm

Murphy

G-ETS

13-803

Christology and Trinity in the Early Church

The doctrine of Christ in the life of the church from the apostolic age through the sixth century.

Spring

F 9-12

Kalantzis

LSTC

H-405

Travel Seminar to Germany

May-June 2007

Spring

TBA

Hendel

LSTC

H-610

Graduate Mission Seminar: Christian-Muslim History

Spring

W 1-4

Swanson

MS

HI316

Fathers and Mothers of the Desert

Examines rise of Christian monasticism in the 4th and 5th centuries. Considers the historical context of monasticism. Examines its theological content primarily through contemporary writings. Assesses its impact on the Church's life and spirituality.

Fall

T-F 8:25-9:55

TBA

MTS

H 431

Christian Presence and African Responses in Time Perspectives

Surveys character of early Christianity in North America, Iberian Catholicism, chaplaincies in 17th & 18th cent., explosion of missionary enterprises from 19th cent., and varieties of African responses throughout, esp. after World War II.

Fall

W 6-8:50

Kalu

MTS

H/M 490

Church and Social Engagement in Global Society

Explore the encounter of World Christianity with contemporary global social forces. The search for a vibrant integrative faith continues against a backdrop of diversity, pluralism, individual choice and relativism.

Spring

M 9-11:50

Kalu

NBTS

CH 405

Historical Issues of the Christian Faith

A review of the background of selected issues occurring in Christian history and how such issues shed light on contemporary challenges.

Spring

M 4-6:40

Hambrick-Stowe

NBTS

CH 409

Classics of Christian Devotion

Survey of the classics of Christian spiritual writing, with an emphasis on reading primary sources.

Winter

M 7-9:40

Hambrick-Stowe

S-WTS

HIST 668

Mission in the Anglican Communion

A biblical, historical and systematic study of the Christian mission with attention to Anglican missionary movements and the challenge to Christian mission in a multicultural society. Focus: theological grounding of mission in the doctrine of God.

Spring

M 6:30-9:30

Potter

TEDS

CH 751

The Renaissance

Fall

W 12:15-2:45

Woodbridge

TEDS

CH 752

The Reformation Era

Spring

1/2-6 T-S

Selderhuis

TEDS

CH 765

Protestant Thought in 19th Century America

Leading Protestant theologians and theological schools of 19th century America, with attention to the most controversial issues. Emphasis on primary sources from New England theologians, Mercersburg school, Old Princeton, the New Theology.

Fall

T 1:30-4

Sweeney

TEDS

CH 786

Colloquium in Historical Methods I

Fall

W 4-4:50

Manetsch, Sweeney, Woodbridge

TEDS

CH 787

Colloquium in Historical Methodology II

Spring

Mon 1/10, 1/29, 2/12, 2/26, 3/12, 3/26, 4/16, 4/30 4:30-6:30

Sweeney,Woodbridge, Manetsch

TEDS

CH 845

Current Issues: Patristic Theology

Fall

Th 8:15-10:45

Manetsch

Spring

1/22-26 & 3/12-16; MW 3-6:30, TR 4-6:30 F 8:30-3:30

Michelson

TEDS

ME 748

Christianity in the Non-Western World Since 1700

Spring

M 8:15-10:45

Cook

CTS

TEC 307

Systematic Theology

(M.Div. Required course) The nature of theological thinking and theological method. P

Spring

W 6:30-9:30

TBA

CTS

TEC 500

Interpretation

A seminar examining diverse modes of theological interpretation aiming at developing skills in relating theological perspectives to the concrete human situation. (Permission required for non-CTS students.)

J Term

Jan 29-Feb 2, 9-5

Edgerton

CTU

D4001

Doing Systematic Theology

Course investigates nature and methods of systematic theology.

Spring

M 1-3:45

de Mesa

CTU

D4012

Creation and Eschatology

Spring

W 8:30-11:15

Ryan

CTU

D4201

Ecclesiology

course consists of historical and systematic study of the understanding of the church in Christian tradition and contemporary thought. Special attention to themes critical for life in the church today.

Fall

T 11:30-2:45

Linnan

Spring

M 7-9:45

Ryan

CTU

DC4200

Christology and Culture

Investigation of meaning of the person and work of Jesus Christ for Christian faith today. Fall taught semi-online

Fall

Th 8:30-11:15

Chia

Spring

W 7-9:45

Schreiter

CTU

DC5200

Chjristology in Context

MA & Dmin only. Two extra meetings outside of class; taught semi-online.

Fall

Th 8:30-11:15

Chia

CTU

FA4000

Art of Doing Theology: Theological Methods

Fall

Th 8:30-11:15

Nairn, Ryan

Spring

W 1-3:45

Fragomeni, Frohlich

CTU

P2100

History of Ancient Philosophy

Probes the question of what philosophers do and why they do it. With some treatment of pre-Socratic tradition and influence of ancient Asian tradition, major focus is on epistemology of Plato and the metaphysics and ethics of Aristotle.

Fall

T 6:30-9:00

Fayle

CTU

P2101

History of Modern Philosophy

Focuses on interaction between philosophy and theology in construction of major styles of logic and theology from 12th to 14th centuries.

Spring

MW 1-2:15

Kricek

CTU

P2220

Critical Thinking and Applied Logic

Introductory course focuses on problem of human knowledge and cognitive claims as responses to skepticism. Considers role of logic in shaping worldviews, text books, media covereage and intercultural epistemology.

Fall

T 1-3:45

Costanzo

CTU

P2300

Philosophical Ethics

Traditional Catholic ethics has based itself on the history and development of the natural law theory. Traces development of human person as ethical subject. Contemporary positions presented. Special attention to Bernard Lonergan and his influence.

Fall

M 2-5

Stark

CTU

P2305

The Phenomenology of Religion

Introduction to method of phenomenology as applied to the manifestation of religion.

Fall

M 6:30-9

Fayle

G-ETS

21-504

Introduction to Basic Christian Thought

Basic overview of key themes of Christian theology. Meets BGTS requirements. Counts only as an open elective in the MDiv curriculum.

J Term

M-F 8-12:30 & W 1:30-3:30

Long

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. Double course.

Fall

(A)MW 9:30-10:50 (B)T 6:30-9:30

(A)Coleman (B)Westhelle

LSTC

T-306A/B

Systematic Theology II

Spring

(A)MW 9:30-10:45 (B)M 6:30-9:30

(A)Westhelle (B)TBA

LSTC

T-406

Eclesiologia (Spanish) On-line

Spring

online

Rodriguez

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 research proposals. Prereq: coursework in three fields.

Fall

F 9-11:50

Esterline

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.

Spring

T 5-9

Cathey, Rivera

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.

Spring

F 9-11:50

Cathey

NBTS

IN 303

Research Methodology

A how-to course on developing research skills and strategies for theological study.

Fall

Th 7-9:40

Bailey

Spring

Th 7-9:40

Bailey

NBTS

TH 301 01/02

Christian Theology I

This course introduces the student to theological construction, the historical and traditional sources of theology, and how theology relates to the practice of ministry.

M 7–9:40 p.m.

Winter

01)T 1-3:40; 02)T 7-9:40

01)Sharp; 02)Callahan

NBTS

TH 302 01/02

Christian Theology II

This course assists the student in doing theological construction, engagement with the historical and traditional sources of theology, and the practice of ministry.

Spring

01)T 1-3:40; 02)T 7-9:40

01)Sharp; 02)Callahan

NPTS

MNST 7520

Ordered Ministry of the ECC; Connecting Class I

Fall

10/27-28, 1-8 & 9-4

Lawson, Johnson

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.

Fall

TTh 4:30-5:45

Clifton-Soderstrom

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. 3 hrs.

Fall Semester

TTh 10:45-12

Laytham

NPTS

THEO 6330

Christian Theology

This is the study of the foundation of human existence, salvation, and hope (the Triune God) as seen by Christian faith, and of the central expression of the Christian faith, the person and work of Jesus Christ as attested in Scripture.

Fall Semester

MW 8-9:15; or online

Laytham

S-WTS

THEO 500

Systematic Theology

A historical and systematic study of basic Christian doctrine as it has been understood within the Anglican tradition; attention to the development of a theological methodology for pastoral and homiletical ministry.

Spring

TTh 9-10:50

Wondra

TEDS

IG 411

Theological French I

Fall

M 5:00-7:30

Klauber

TEDS

IG 710

Theological Research Methods

Fall

W 4:30-6:10

Compton

Spring

W 4:30-6:10

Compton

TEDS

ST 555

Survey of Doctrine

Spring

W 8:15-10:45

Fields

TEDS

ST 601

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.

Fall Semester

01) T 1:30-4; 02) W 12:15-2:45

01) Vanhoozer; 02) Cole

Spring

M 8:15-10:45

Fields

TEDS

ST 602

Theology II: Christ, Man, Sin and Salvation

Fall

M 8:15-10:45

McCall

Spring

1) W 12:15-2:45; 2)W 12:15-2:45

1)Vanhoozer 2)McCall

TEDS

ST 603

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.

Fall Semester

W 7-9:30

Fields

Spring

M 8:15-10:45

Feinberg

TEDS

ST 734

Pneumatology

Fall

W 8;15-10:45

Cole

CTS

TEC 515

Seminar: Judith Butler, Religion and Culture

This advanced reading seminar will focus on selected readings by Butlere and recent appropriations of her work by scholars in religion, theology and biblical interpretation. P

Spring

W 9-12

Stone

CTS

TEC 531b

Paul Tillich on Theology, Ethics, and the Human Sciences

An advanced seminar on the thought of Paul Tillich. (May be taken independently of TEC 530 Tillich I)

Fall

W 2–5

Moore

CTU

D5001

Theology of Schillebeeckx

Fall

M 1-3:45

Sison

CTU

D5002

Theology of Bishop, Priest

Seminar investigates personal nature of God as expressed in various theologies.

Spring

W 11:30-2:15

Bevans

CTU

D5006

Introduction to the Thought of Bernard Loneregan

Fall

Th 11:30-2:15

Ahner

CTU

DC4311

Introduction to Asian Theologies

Introduction to theology emerging from the Asian church. Examines context of Asia and explores how theology addresses realities of many poor, many religions and many cultures of Asia.

Spring

online

Chia

CTU

P2400

Philosophical Texts: Aquinas

Detailed study of key concepts and texts of this important philosopher and theologian. Movements of original Thomism and neo-thomism are presented.

Spring

Th 11:30-2:15

Ahner

G-ETS

13-609

Theology of John Calvin

Calvin's life, ministry, and theological contributions as portrayed in his major writings. Prereq: 13-501.

Spring semester

W 8:15-11

Pak

G-ETS

13-808

Theology of Martin Luther

Introduction to Luther's life and theological contribution through study of his sermons, treatises, and letters.

Fall

Th 3-5:45

Pak

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.

Spring

T 1:10-2:40

Schaalman

G-ETS

21-862A

Contemporary Theologians: Kierkegaard

A critical reading of Kierkegaard's influencial essay that has deeply influenced modern philosophy, theology, comparative religion and cultural studies.

Fall

T 6:15-9:15

Vaux

G-ETS

21-862B

Contemporary Theologians: Barth and vonBalthasar

Seminar on major figures in theology. May be repeated.

Fall

W 8-10:45

Long

LSTC

T-551

Theology of the Diaconal Ministry (with Valparaiso University

Explores scriptural, historical, theological and spiritual foundations of diaconal ministry using five images drawn from historical roles of deacons/deaconesses--washing feet, waiting tables, telling the story, tending the door, and bearing the light.

Spring

online

Williams

LSTC

T/C-434

Theology of Martin Luther King Jr.

Spring

M 1-4

Echols, Pero

LSTC

W/H-610

Graduate Mission Seminar: Christian-Muslim History

Spring

W 1-4

Swanson

ML

TS362

Zen Buddhism: Tradition, Encounter and Transformation

Fall

Th 9-12

Ford

ML

TS442

Liberal Theology: Tradition In/and/of Tension

Course will be simultaneously exploratory and constructive, an inquiry in and about liberal theology organized around questions concerning tradition.

Winter

W 1:30-4:30

Hogue

ML

TS443

Themes in Liberal Theology: Religious Experience

Religious experience is a primary category for liberal theological scholarship and practice. Course will examine key theorizations of religious experience, pairing these with black, feminist and third-world critiques.

Spring

T 9-12

Hogue

ML

TS444

Environmental Literature and Theological Imagination

The idea of God and the idea of Nature exist in a peculiarly conjoined relationship. This course will explore this relationship through critical reflection on selected writings in U.S. environmental literature.

Spring

Th 9-12

Hogue

ML

TS454

Theology and the Sciences

Course will provide occasion to learn at one of the contemporary ministry's businest intersections--scientific and theological ways of thinking about God, world and human life. Examine key epistemological and moral concerns.

Fall

T 9-12

Hogue

MS

HI443

Gregory the Great

Study life, times and thought of Gregory the Great. Will focus on his impact on the papacy, pastoral care and preaching. Read the Pastoral Rule, Forty Gospel Homilies, and some letters.

Winter

TBA

TBA

MS

SY338

Ecclesiology of Yves Cardinal Congar

Prior to Second Vatican Council, questions emerged from Catholic theologians' encounter with ecumenical movements. Examine work of Congar that articulates these questions and assess relevance today for reception of Vatican II.

Spring

TBA

TBA

MTS

T 402

Reformed Tradition

Course explores the history and theology of the Reformed tradition with a view to understanding its oritings and development and its contemporary manifestations and relevance.

Fall

T 2-4:50

Sawyer

NBTS

TH 380

Anglican Way of Theology

Fall

Th 7-9:40

Murphy

NPTS

HSTY 5134

Theology of St. Augustine

Through readings seminary explores Augustine's significant influence on development of Western theology, considering Augustine the pastor as well as his thought and the context of his polemical writings. Two hours.

Fall

Th 6:30-9:30

Staff

NPTS

HSTY 5135

Theology of Luther

Examines the selected treatises of Luther through reading, rsearch and discussion. Particular reference to major doctrinal themes of the Reformation set in their historical context.

Spring

M 6:30-9:30

Anderson

NPTS

MNST 7522

Mission and Ministry of the ECC

Workshop: Connecting Class II

Spring

March 2-3

Lawson, Walter

NPTS

THEO 6331

Theology of Stanley Hauerwas

A survey of the theology and ethics of Stanley Hauerwas through a sustained engagement with his writing. Course explores the development of Hauerwas' position, its characteristic emphases and common criticisms of it.

J-Term

Jan 8-12 8-4:30

Laytham

S-WTS

THEO 630

Cappadocians and Friends

This course will study the great fourth-century Eastern church fathers: St. Basil the Great, St. Gregory the Theologian, and St. Gregory of Nyssa, along with the works of some of their contemporaries, such as St. Athanasius and St. John Chrysostom.

Winter

W 6:30-9:30pm

Theodoropoulos

TEDS

PR 761 01

Philosophers of Religion and of Religious Significance: Swinburne and Plantinga

Fall

T 8:15-10:45

McCall

TEDS

PR 761 02

Philosophers of Religion and of Religious Significance: Wittgenstein

Fall

W 12:15-2:45

Feinbereg

TEDS

ST 755

Karl Barth

Spring

W 8:15-10:45

Vanhoozer

CTS

CH/TEC 498

Homosexuality and Hermeneutics

A reconsideration of the Bible and biblical interpretation from the standpoint of gay and lesbian experience.

Fall

T 9-12

Stone

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.

Fall

Online w/ require weekend intensive 9/15-16 5pm Fri-5pm Sat

Thistlethwaite

CTS

TEC 437

Psychology of the Oppressed and Liberation Theologies

Course will consider the experiences of race, class, and gender oppression. Phenomenological positions will be critiqued psychologically to understand liberative theological motivations. Works from Latin American, womanist, feminist, and black theology.

Spring

W 2-5

Butler

CTS

TEC 484

Theological and Ethical Perspectives on AIDS and Violence

In this course we examine theological 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?

Fall

T 9-12

Terrell

CTS

TEC 488

Theology and Reproductive Choice

Course addresses theological, ethical and pastoral care isues in reproductive decision-making from historical and feminist perspectives, including authority, public policy and church-state relations.

Fall

M 6:30-9:30

Buenting, Lyndes

CTS

TEC 550

Ideas of Freedom

The course will deal with the idea of freedom from theological, philosophical and political perspectives.

Fall

T 2-5

Seo

CTS

TEC 561

Psychopathology in Theological Perspective

A phenomenological examinatio