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| Course Number | Name | Description | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1094569 | ACINS7201 | Institutional Systems Seminar | This seminar studies the leadership and administration of a theological institution and/or department of religion in a church-related seminary, college, or university. Students learn about planning and organizing, developing and evaluating, and accrediting and governing a theological education program. | 2 |
| 1094575 | ACLNS7201 | Learning Systems and Teaching Skills Seminar | This seminar is a study of institutional learning systems, individual learning styles, and skill employed by teachers in colleges/universities, seminaries, and teaching churches. Students will learn varied methods of delivery and presentation skills, how to develop curriculum plans, course syllabi, notes and lessons, and how to design instruments that accurately measure student learning and teacher performance. | 2 |
| 1094581 | ACPDV7201 | Professional Development Seminar | As an introduction to post-doctoral academic and ministerial career planning, students will identify professional organizations, guild publications, relational networks, financial resources, educational literature, and opportunities for faculty development that will enhance their future performance. They will develop a plan for life-long learning that will help them grow and meet their goals as teachers and ministers. | 2 |
| 1094587 | ACRES7201 | Advanced Research and Writing Seminar | In this seminar, students will conduct advanced academic research and write material suitable for publication. They will clarify research goals, establish the scope of research, select appropriate topics, identify, develop, and use traditional and online bibliographical resources, conduct in-depth research, draw accurate conclusions, cultivate a succinct, lucid writing style, and prepare papers that conform to standards of professional journals in their fields of study. | 2 |
| 1094755 | AISEM7101 | Advanced Interdisciplinary Seminar I | Student will prepare advanced research papers on topics related to the subject of the interdisciplinary seminar. Research for these papers will be conducted in either the student's major or minor field of study. | 2 |
| 1094785 | AISEM7102 | Advanced Interdisciplinary Seminar II | Student will prepare advanced research papers on topics related to the subject of the interdisciplinary seminar. Research for these papers will be conducted in either the student's major or minor field of study. | 2 |
| 1749056 | AOSEM6100 | Advanced Orientation Seminar | Students will be oriented in doing doctoral-level research and writing, introduced to methods of instruction utilized by the Carroll Learning Center, encouraged to develop a practical philosophy for evaluating personal skills and church ministries, and required to produce a professional portfolio and plan for ministry. | 3 |
| 1094833 | BHCTI5000 | Gateway | An introduction and orientation to B. H. Carroll Theological Seminary's distinctive competency-based curriculum with its core ingredients. The scope of the course will deal with accession of all online data, navigation through the online library, and guidance to research and writing. Students must pass the Gateway Course in order to continue studies at Carroll. | 2 |
| 1768094 | BHCTI5100 | Directed Study | 2 | |
| 1778756 | BHCTI5200 | Ministry Practicum | A vocationally relevant, experientially based supervised internship in the praxis of ministry. | 4 |
| 1094893 | BHCTI5211 | Capstone - MDiv, MACE, MAW | The Capstone course is the culminating educational experience designed to evaluate acquired competencies and readiness for ministry of professional ministry students in their field of study. The student writes a reflective paper based on competency statements related to their corresponding degree. This document is part of the student's academic file. This course is a requisite for the completion of a student's course of study. | 0 |
| 1094905 | BHCTI5212 | Capstone - MACM, MAR | The Capstone course is the culminating educational experience designed to evaluate acquired competencies and readiness for ministry of professional ministry students in their field of study. The faculty together with the student may design a variety of capstone experiences. Competency for ministry may be demonstrated by, but not limited to, one or more of the following: research paper, creative project, examinations (written and oral), internship, or a portfolio of work. Affirmation of teachers, mentors, and teaching churches will be included in the overall evaluation. This course is a requisite for the completion of a student's course of study. For students in the Master of Arts in Religion (MAR) and Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM) degree program. | 2 |
| 1094911 | BHCTI5213 | Thesis - M.A.T. | The thesis is a formal research paper in the field of biblical, theological, or ministry studies. A thesis prospectus must be approved by the assigned supervisor before the student begins research and writing. For students in the Master of Arts in Theology (M.A.T.) degree program. | 6 |
| 1094923 | BHCTI5214 | Thesis I - M.A.T. | The thesis is a formal research paper in the field of biblical, theological, or ministry studies. Students begin thesis research and prepare a prospectus to be approved by the assigned supervisor before the student begins research and writing. Two units | 2 |
| 1094935 | BHCTI5215 | Thesis II - M.A.T. | The thesis is a formal research paper in the field of biblical, theological, or ministry studies. Students write a thesis on the basis of an approved prospectus under faculty supervision. Two units | 2 |
| 1094947 | BHCTI5216 | Thesis - MAT Continuous Enrollment | Continuous enrollment is required along with payment of the technology fee. (MAT) | 0 |
| 1177261 | BHCTI5223 | Project - M.A.T. | The Master of Arts (Theology) Project fulfills the capstone requirement and is awarded six credit units in the 34 credit-unit degree program. In contrast to a thesis, the project engages objectives in the areas of praxis and skills rather than the primary cognitive domain. The project option for the M.A.T. will not lead to further advanced study. | 6 |
| 1177255 | BHCTI5226 | Project - MAT Continuous Enrollment | Continuous enrollment is required along with payment of the technology fee. (MAT) | 0 |
| 1094965 | BHCTI5311 | Supervised Ministry I | A vocationally relevant, experientially based supervised internship in the praxis of ministry. Under the supervision of an experienced minister, the student will observe, follow guidance, and put into practice good principles of Christian ministry. Supervised Ministry may only be started after the completion of 30 units of study. (MDiv and MACE degrees) | 2 |
| 1094989 | BHCTI5312 | Supervised Ministry II | A vocationally relevant, experientially based supervised internship in the praxis of ministry. Under the supervision of an experienced minister, the student will observe, follow guidance, and put into practice good principles of Christian ministry. Supervised Ministry may only be started after the completion of 30 units of study. (M.Div. and M.A.C.E. degrees) | 2 |
| 1095013 | BHCTI5313 | Supervised Ministry III - MDiv | A vocationally relevant, experientially based supervised internship in the praxis of ministry. Under the supervision of an experienced minister, the student will observe, follow guidance, and put into practice good principles of Christian ministry. Supervised Ministry may only be started after the completion of 30 units of study. (MDiv degree) | 2 |
| 1095025 | BHCTI5314 | Supervised Ministry IV (MDiv) | A vocationally relevant, experientially based supervised internship in the praxis of ministry. Under the supervision of an experienced minister, the student will observe, follow guidance, and put into practice good principles of Christian ministry. Supervised Ministry may only be started after the completion of 30 units of study. (MDiv degree) | 2 |
| 1095031 | BHCTI5321 | Supervised Ministry MAW | A vocationally relevant, experientially based supervised internship in the praxis of ministry. Under the supervision of an experienced minister, the student will observe, follow guidance, and put into practice good principles of Christian ministry. Supervised Ministry may only be started after the completion of 30 units of study. (MAW degree, two term course) | 2 |
| 1095139 | BHCTI8100 | Written Examination | At the end of the second year, the student will pass a written examination testing basic and intermediate knowledge in the student's major field of study. | 1 |
| 1095145 | BHCTI8101 | Prospectus Submission | Under the direction of a Supervisor, the student will prepare a proposal for the writing of a dissertation on a topic of specialized interest in the student's major field of study. This proposal must be approved before the student begins working on the dissertation. | 1 |
| 1177321 | BHCTI8601 | Dissertation Writing | Under the guidance of his or her supervisor, the student will research, write, and submit a dissertation on an approved topic of specialized interest in the student's major field of study. | 0 |
| 1095151 | BHCTI8602 | Dissertation Submission and Oral Defense | Under the guidance of his or her Supervisor, the student will research, write, and submit a dissertation on an approved topic of specialized interest in the student's major field of study. All scholars need to communicate discoveries. The Ph.D. dissertation provides training for communication with other scholars. Writing a dissertation requires a student to think deeply, to organize discussion, to muster arguments that will convince other scholars, and to follow rules for rigorous, formal presentation of the arguments and discussion. A dissertation is a lengthy, formal document that argues in defense of a particular thesis. Two important adjectives used to describe a dissertation are "original" and "substantial." The research performed to support a thesis must be both, and the dissertation must clearly demonstrate the student's academic contribution to the chosen field of study. | 6 |
| 1095259 | COLQY7001 | Colloquy I | 0.5 | |
| 1095277 | COLQY7002 | Colloquy II | 0.5 | |
| 1095295 | COLQY7003 | Colloquy III | 0.5 | |
| 1095313 | COLQY7004 | Colloquy IV | 0.5 | |
| 1095331 | COLQY7005 | Colloquy V | 1 | |
| 1095349 | COLQY7006 | Colloquy VI | 1 | |
| 1640408 | COLQY7007 | Colloquy VII | 0 | |
| 1749068 | CRSEM6100 | Core Reading Seminar | Students will read and review primary sources across Carroll’s four Core Learning Clusters. The course will engage students in a directed reading plan to encourage a broader understanding of the larger context of Christian ministry as well as prepare them for further study in their chosen ministry area. | 3 |
| 1775432 | DCSEM6300 | Disciplinary Concentration Seminar and Supervised Reading | This seminar addresses critical and relevant issues in contemporary ministry related to the student’s area of academic concentration. Each student will focus on a topic of interest that corresponds to their chosen academic concentration, collaborating with a supervisor to select in-depth reading resources and the direction for research and writing. (3 units) | 3 |
| 1805537 | DSDMN6000 | Directed Study | This course is a Directed Study and Reading Seminar for the Doctor of Ministry Program. This course is intended for those admitted to the program in need of leveling work. | 0 |
| 1095847 | DSTRP7201 | Basic Directed Study and Reading Program I | Basic Directed Study and Reading Program I Under the direction of a Supervisor the student will read study and critically review the basic literature surveying a major field of study. | 2 |
| 1095859 | DSTRP7202 | Basic Directed Study and Reading Program II | Basic Directed Study and Reading Program II Under the direction of a Supervisor the student will read study and critically review the basic literature surveying a major field of study. | 2 |
| 1095865 | DSTRP7203 | Intermediate Directed Study and Reading Program I | Intermediate Directed Study and Reading Program I Under the direction of a Supervisor the student will read study and critically review the secondary sources covering a topic of specialized interest i | 2 |
| 1095871 | DSTRP7204 | Intermediate Directed Study and Reading Program II | 2 | |
| 1095877 | DSTRP7205 | Advanced Directed Study and Reading Program | Advanced Directed Study and Reading Program Under the direction of a Supervisor the student will write two research papers based on the study of selected primary works in the specialized area of interes | 2 |
| 1177315 | DSTRP7206 | Prospectus Writing | Under the direction of a Supervisor, the student will proposal for the writing of a dissertation on a topic of specialized interest in the student's major field of study. | 0 |
| 1095961 | FHBTH5111 | Christian Theology I | The nature, sources, and scope of systematic theology, the doctrines of revelation and the Bible, God, creation, and providence, man, and sin. | 2 |
| 1095985 | FHBTH5112 | Christian Theology II | The nature, sources, and scope of systematic theology, the person of Jesus Christ, the work of Christ, and the Holy Spirit. | 2 |
| 1096015 | FHBTH5113 | Christian Theology III | The nature, sources, and scope of systematic theology: the Christian life, the Church, and the consummation. | 2 |
| 1096021 | FHBTH5121 | The Doctrine of God | This course addresses biblical, theological and philosophical issues arising from the basic problem of theodicy: the existence and consequences of evil and suffering in a world created and sustained by God, who is both omnipotent and good. | 2 |
| 1096027 | FHBTH5122 | New Testament Eschatology | An exegetical study of the central New Testament texts related to eschatology designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow or argument, the theological relationship to other eschatological texts, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1096063 | FHCHS5111 | Christian Heritage I | A general survey of the history of Christianity from the New Testament period to the Carolingian Renaissance (800 AD). | 2 |
| 1096099 | FHCHS5112 | Christian Heritage II | A general survey of the history of Christianity the Reformation. | 2 |
| 1096123 | FHCHS5113 | Christian Heritage III | A general survey of the history of Christianity, the early modern era to the present. | 2 |
| 1096147 | FHCHS5140 | The Reformation | A study of the Protestant Reformation from 1517 to 1648, including the lives, writings, theology and influence of the major Reformers: Martin Luther, Ulrich Zwingli, John Calvin, key Anabaptists, and leading English Reformers. | 2 |
| 1805546 | FHCHS5141 | Directed Study | Directed Study on the Reformation | 2 |
| 1096171 | FHCHS5142 | John Calvin and Calvinism | A study of the life, writings, theology, and influence of John Calvin and other key leaders of the Reformed tradition. | 2 |
| 1800644 | FHCHS5143 | Revivals and Revivalism | This course is a focused study of the history of Christian revivals from the 1740s to present day. It covers the First and Second Great Awakenings, the revival of 1857-58 (a possible Third Great Awakening), the rise of Pentecostal Revivalism through Azusa Street and the Four Square Gospel Church, the Welsh Revival of 1904, and modern revivalism (even the Jesus Movement). Special attention is given to prominent personalities such as Gilbert Tennent, Jonathan Edwards, Barton Stone, Alexander Campbell, Charles G. Finney, Dwight L. Moody, Billy Sunday, Charles Parham, William Seymour, Aimee Semple McPherson, and Billy Graham. | 2 |
| 1096177 | FHCHS5211 | Baptist Heritage | A general survey of Baptist History in Britain and America from the 17th century through the modern era. | 2 |
| 1096213 | FHCHS5213 | Baptist Distinctives | A practical study of the beliefs and practices of Baptists that make them a distinctive community of faith. This course examines the historical and contemporary Baptist identity and compares it with those of other Christian denominations. Students will learn "why Baptists do what they do" and develop ways to communicate these principles to others in local church settings. | 2 |
| 1096603 | FHETH5111 | Christian Ethics | This course explores the biblical, historical, and theological foundations of Christian ethics. It also equips the student to apply these foundational elements in decision making on current issues such as substance abuse, family, race, biomedical ethics, economics, and politics. | 2 |
| 1096621 | FHETH5112 | Christian Decision Making | This course guides Christians in the study of the biblical materials relating to how Christians decide about issues of everyday living. Ethical analysis and decision-making will be examined within the context of a Christian worldview. Several decision-making models will be reviewed as well as the use of the Bible in decision making. Application will be made to several contemporary ethical issues, such as: forgiveness, bioethics, gender, race, and sexuality and marriage. | 2 |
| 1096657 | FHPHI5111 | Philosophy of Religion | An introductory study of contemporary worldviews and philosophical issues relevant to Christian ministry (e.g. religious pluralism, the problem of evil, the relationship between faith and reason). | 2 |
| 1096663 | FHPHI5120 | Pain and Suffering | This course addresses biblical, theological and philosophical issues arising from the basic problem of theodicy: the existence and consequences of evil and suffering in a world created and sustained by God, who is both omnipotent and good. | 2 |
| 1096675 | FHPHI5211 | Apologetics | A study of various approaches to a defense of Christianity. Emphasis will be placed upon developing an apologetic method appropriate to the cultural context in which the student ministers. | 2 |
| 1096699 | FHPHI5213 | Religious Landscape | A survey of major religious groups, including their heritage, beliefs, and practices. Attention will be given to major Protestant denominations, Roman and Orthodox Catholicism, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, East Asian religions, other religious sects and non-Christian cults. This course will focus on how to relate to other religious groups and how to minister in a diverse setting to persons from these religious backgrounds. | 2 |
| 1096711 | FHSEM7201 | Faith and Heritage Disciplinary Seminar I | 2 | |
| 1096717 | FHSEM7202 | Faith and Heritage Disciplinary Seminar II | 2 | |
| 1096723 | FHSEM7203 | Faith and Heritage Disciplinary Seminar III | 2 | |
| 1096771 | GLDPB7001 | Guild Publication or Presentation | The student will write a research paper in the major field of study and either submit it for publication by a professional journal or present it at a professional meeting of peers. | 1 |
| 1096777 | GLDPB7101 | Guild Publication or Presentation | The student will write a research paper in the major field of study and either submit it for publication by a professional journal or present it at a professional meeting of peers. | 1 |
| 1775426 | ICSEM6300 | Interdisciplinary Concentration Seminar and Supervised Reading | This cohort-wide seminar addresses one critical and relevant issue in contemporary ministry. Each student will research and write on that topic using specialized knowledge gained from in-depth reading, under a supervisor, in the student’s area of academic concentration. The student’s grade will be determined by consultation between the seminar professor and the student’s supervisor. | 3 |
| 1096783 | IDSEM7201 | Interdisciplinary Seminar I | A student will prepare research papers on topics related to the subject of the Interdisciplinary Seminar. Research for these papers will be conducted in either the student's major or minor field of study. | 2 |
| 1096789 | IDSEM7202 | Interdisciplinary Seminar II | A student will prepare advanced research papers on topics related to the subject of the interdisciplinary seminar. Research for these papers will be conducted in either the student's major or minor field of study. | 2 |
| 1775414 | LESEM6200 | Advanced Leadership Effectiveness Seminar | This seminar teaches students how to enhance their effectiveness as leaders in their chosen ministerial settings. | 3 |
| 1096807 | LFREN5201 | Basic Theological French I | A study of the basic grammatical forms and functions of the French language, including the acquiring of a basic vocabulary through reading cultural, historical, and religious texts. | 2 |
| 1096813 | LFREN5202 | Basic Theological French II | A study of the basic grammatical forms and functions of the French language, including the acquiring of a basic vocabulary through reading cultural, historical, and religious texts. | 2 |
| 1096819 | LFREN5203 | Intermediate Theological French I | A study of principles of more accelerated reading and critical analysis of simple to intermediate level theological texts in French. | 2 |
| 1096825 | LGERM5201 | Basic Theological German I | A study of the basic grammatical forms and functions of the German language, including the acquiring of a basic vocabulary through reading cultural, historical, and religious texts. | 2 |
| 1096831 | LGERM5202 | Basic Theological German II | A study of the basic grammatical forms and functions of the German language, including the acquiring of a basic vocabulary through reading cultural, historical, and religious texts. | 2 |
| 1096837 | LGERM5203 | Intermediate Theological German I | A study of principles of more accelerated reading and critical analysis of simple to intermediate level theological texts in German, including some Fraktur and middle German texts. | 2 |
| 1096843 | LGERM5204 | Intermediate Theological German II | A study of principles of more accelerated reading and critical analysis of simple to intermediate level theological texts in German, including some Fraktur and middle German texts. | 2 |
| 1096849 | LGERM5205 | Advanced Theological German | A development of skills in more accelerated reading and critical analysis of intermediate to advanced level theological texts in German. | 2 |
| 1096861 | LMETH7201 | Advanced Research Methods | The Advanced Research and Writing Seminar/Advanced Research Method Seminar is an interdisciplinary course that develops competencies necessary for the required accelerated work in all four academic clusters of the curriculum-base design for Carroll Seminary. Personal, academic, and vocational development will result from students growing in the listed competencies. | 2 |
| 1096867 | LSTAT5201 | Advanced Statistics I | The study of statistics provides a foundation for the student to collect, organize, and analyze research data. Students will be instructed in the use of descriptive and inferential statistics. WINKS, a computer based statistical program, and the Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet will be introduced as tools that will assist in the application of statistical procedures. The study of statistics is presented in three parts: Advanced Statistics I will address basic statistical concepts, Advanced Statistics II will address parametric statistical procedures, and Advanced Statistics III will address nonparametric statistical procedures. | 2 |
| 1096873 | LSTAT5202 | Advanced Statistics II | The study of statistics provides a foundation for the student to collect, organize, and analyze research data. Students will be instructed in the use of descriptive and inferential statistics. WINKS, a computer based statistical program, and the Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet will be introduced as tools that will assist in the application of statistical procedures. The study of statistics is presented in three parts: Advanced Statistics I will address basic statistical concepts, Advanced Statistics II will address parametric statistical procedures, and Advanced Statistics III will address nonparametric statistical procedures. | 2 |
| 1096879 | LSTAT5203 | Advanced Statistics III | The study of statistics provides a foundation for the student to collect, organize, and analyze research data. Students will be instructed in the use of descriptive and inferential statistics. WINKS, a computer based statistical program, and the Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet will be introduced as tools that will assist in the application of statistical procedures. The study of statistics is presented in three parts: Advanced Statistics I will address basic statistical concepts, Advanced Statistics II will address parametric statistical procedures, and Advanced Statistics III will address nonparametric statistical procedures. | 2 |
| 1096891 | MFADM5111 | The Functioning Church | A study of the biblical and theological basis for the administration ministry of the church. Focus will be given to the biblical principles of enlisting, training, and supervising leaders for church ministries. | 2 |
| 1805543 | MFADM5111S | La Iglesia Funcional | Un estudio de la base bíblica y teológica para el ministerio de la administración de la iglesia. Se enfocará en los principios bíblicos para reclutar, entrenar, y supervisar a los líderes de los ministerios en la iglesia. | 2 |
| 1096921 | MFADM5112 | Administration of the Church Family | A study of the need for developing a theology of service for church leaders that includes church polity and organization. Focus on discovering leaders through spiritual gifts, qualifications for service, proper ways of enlisting and equipping people to serve. | 2 |
| 1096927 | MFADM5611 | Administration for Chaplains | A study of the biblical and theological basis for administrative ministry and of practical principles for effective management in institutional settings. Attention will be given to organizational structures, personnel administration, resource management, program development, operations, training, supervision, and leadership development. | 2 |
| 1097341 | MFFND5111 | The Teaching Church | A study of the biblical and theological basis for the teaching ministry of the church. Emphasis will be given to the purposes of education in New Testament churches and principles related to application. | 2 |
| 1097371 | MFFND5112 | History and Philosophy of Christian Education | A study of the ideas and events that have shaped educational thought with an analysis of the influence of these ideas on contemporary Christian educational practice. The student will develop a personal philosophy of education that integrates the Christian experience. | 2 |
| 1097377 | MFFND5113 | Educational Psychology | An analysis of educational theories in the context of Christian education. Studies in theories of learning motivation for learning classroom management and effective testing practice. Attention will be given to the teaching method of Jesus. | 2 |
| 1097389 | MFFND5115 | Principles of Teaching | A study of the principles and methods of effective Christian teaching, including the development of presentation skills. Approaches include planning and teaching for knowledge/understanding, development of values, and development of skills which enhance personal Christian ministry. | 2 |
| 1097395 | MFFND5121 | Foundations in Children's and Family Ministry | This course explores the biblical and theological foundations of ministry to children and families. It surveys what the church can do to minister to marriages and families as a unit. Current trends in Family Ministry are explored, including Family-Integrated Ministry, Family-Based Ministry and Family-Equipping Ministry. These learning experiences guide students in developing a personal philosophy of family ministry. | 2 |
| 1097401 | MFFND5122 | Parenting and Faith Development | A study of the role of parents as spiritual shepherds of their children. Emphasis will be placed on developing the habit of family worship. Attention will be given to prayer, blessing, and instruction in the home. Students will develop a parenting philosophy. | 2 |
| 1097407 | MFFND5123 | Ministry to Children and Families | This course explores the dynamics of family ministry as it relates to the spiritual formation of children. Its distinctive feature is the focus on parents as catalysts of spiritual development. Resources are introduced to strengthen the family unit and emphasize home discipleship as well as spiritual formation in the church. Students identify strategies to recruit, train, and sustain their ministry team. | 2 |
| 1097413 | MFFND5124 | Leadership in Children and Family Ministry | A study of leadership in family ministry. Emphasis will be placed on family ministry implementation. Attention will be given to character development and spiritual leadership qualities. Students will develop a ministry philosophy. | 2 |
| 1097419 | MFFND5131 | Contemporary Youth Issues | An analysis of the contemporary issues facing youth and society suggesting implications to a church's ministry with youth and families within the larger context of the mission of the church. | 2 |
| 1097425 | MFFND5141 | The Church's Ministry with Older Persons | A study of the characteristics, needs, and potential of later adulthood. A review of biblical and theological foundation for senior adult ministry will be considered. Special emphasis will be given to church and education programming for ministry with seniors. | 2 |
| 1097437 | MFFND5151 | Small Groups Ministry | This course provides an introductory study of the development, training, implementation, and evaluation of small group ministry. Students will be equipped to lead churches in the use of small groups for spiritual formation and evangelism. | 2 |
| 1805542 | MFFND5152 | Group Dynamics | This course includes a study of group development, processes of group interaction, and basics group dynamics. Students will consider how to be in a group, methods of effective group leadership and facilitation, evaluating group interactions, and ethical issues related to group process and intervention. | 2 |
| 1097449 | MFFND5211 | Human Growth and Development | A study of the spiritual, emotional, social, physical, and mental development of persons, birth through adulthood. The student will study and apply principles of development to a practical area of ministry. | 2 |
| 1097455 | MFFND5611 | Principles of Teaching for Chaplains | A study of how to teach effectively both in a Christian context and in the religious diversity of institutional settings. This will include principles and methods of teaching, curriculum design, planning of classes, and development of delivery skills. It will focus on conveying knowledge/understanding, articulating values, and developing skills which enhance personal Christian ministry. | 2 |
| 1097461 | MFFND7204 | Educational Philosophy | Educational Philosophy | 2 |
| 1097473 | MFLDS5111 | Leadership in Ministry | A study of the principles and practices of leadership for Christian ministry. It includes reflections on the role and ministry of leaders within church, community, and denomination. | 2 |
| 1097521 | MFLDS5211 | Pastoral Leadership | An analysis of emerging issues in current Christian leadership. Models of current leadership theory and practice will be examined and suggestions made for integrating leadership models and Christian faith. | 2 |
| 1709450 | MFLDS5311 | Technology in Ministry | This course will explore and evaluate technology as it relates to churches and ministry organizations. Topics will include websites, online giving, internet safety and security, child protection, appropriate social media habits, streaming services, future technology trends, and ethics in technology. | 2 |
| 1097551 | MFLDS5611 | Leadership for Chaplains | A study of the principles and practices of ministerial leadership in a Christian context and in institutions with diverse religious settings. This includes reflections on the identity, calling, roles and character of chaplains as Christian leaders in community. Models of leadership theory and practice will be examined, emerging challenges for leaders in institutional settings will be discussed, and suggestions will be made for integrating leadership models with biblical principles. | 2 |
| 1097557 | MFLDS7201 | Spiritual Leadership | course description | 2 |
| 1097569 | MFPMN5111 | Pastoral Care | An introduction to Christian ministry in contemporary culture. Studies in the nature of the church and its ministry, styles of ministry in varied contexts, and practice of ministry skills. | 2 |
| 1097581 | MFPMN5112 | Crisis Counseling for Church Leaders | This course presents theories, strategies, and skills and an overall introduction to crisis intervention. Historical and current models for assessing and responding to crises are presented. Topics such as medical and psychological traumas including relationship loss, chronic illness, and personal transgressions, and post traumatic stress disorder are part of the curriculum. Theoretical and ethical implications are addressed. Special emphasis is given to disaster psychology, church violence, terrorism and military combat, school violence, and suicidology. | 2 |
| 1097587 | MFPMN5113 | The Interim Pastor | This course introduces students to the practice and tenets of interim ministry, with applications that can be applied in a broader pastoral ministry setting, as well. An interim pastor's practices and lifestyle are covered, as well as the best practices of interim churches for using the interim time and for seeking a new pastor. A major emphasis is given to critical church issues that need addressing before a new pastor is called, as well as possible methodologies for addressing those issues. [This course allows the student to apply for membership in the Baptist General Convention of Texas' professional network of interim pastors. It also fulfills the prerequisite training needed before applying in the Intentional Interim Ministry training at the Baptist General Convention of Texas.] | 2 |
| 1690694 | MFPMN5116 | Clinical Pastoral Education | One unit (440 hours) of supervised pastoral care in a clinical setting under guidance of a supervisor certified by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE). It is recommended that student completes Pastoral Care (MFPMN5111) before entering a CPE program. | 4 |
| 1097593 | MFPMN5211 | Pastoral Care of Persons in Crisis and Grief | A study of ministry to persons in acutely stressful situations. Attention will be given to the pastoral care of individuals suffering personal trauma such as disease, abuse, depression, and bereavement. Students will learn about the dynamics of the grief process, critical incident and post-traumatic stress, and suicide awareness and intervention. They will also learn basic principle of ministry in mass-casualty situations. | 2 |
| 1097599 | MFPMN5221 | Conflict Resolution Ministry | A study of how to minister in discordant situations. Attention will be given to dynamics of personal and systemic conflict. Students will learn about models for effective intervention and resolution of conflict. | 2 |
| 1097605 | MFPMN5611 | Chaplain Ministry | A study of Christian ministry in institutional settings. Emphasis will be on understanding the identity, spiritual formation and call, professional competencies, foundations, roles, responsibilities, endorsement, and professional development of chaplains. Attention will be given to issues such as free exercised of religion, role conflict, institutional duality, and ministry in pluralistic settings. The class will survey the six major categories of chaplains: healthcare, military, correctional, corporate/workplace, public safety, and community/lifestyle. | 2 |
| 1794062 | MFPMN5612 | Chaplain Ministry Research | Students will do in-depth reading and research in assigned topics designed to enhance learning from the prerequisite course, Chaplain Ministry (MFPMN5611) | 1 |
| 1097611 | MFPMN5621 | Pastoral Care of the Family in Institutional Settings | A study of human development and relationships within families in institutional, religiously diverse, secular and transitory settings. Attention will be given to family systems, marital and inter-generational relationships, stages of the life cycle, parenting issues, basic marriage and family counseling, and coping with the unique pressures of institutional life. | 2 |
| 1097617 | MFPMN5631 | Crisis Ministry Certification | Students will become certified in at least two nationally recognized programs of training for ministry in emergency or disaster situations, such as Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) and NOVA (National Organization for Victim Assistance) training. | 0 |
| 1450465 | MFPMN5632 | Disaster Spiritual Care | This course prepares and certifies ministers to respond to the emotional and spiritual needs of survivors of disasters and other traumatic events and to work with organizations of the Emergency Management Community to assist survivors. | 2 |
| 1097623 | MFPMN7201 | Pastoral Care | 2 | |
| 1097629 | MFPMN7202 | Pastoral Care and End of Life Concerns | 2 | |
| 1097659 | MFPSY5511 | Spirituality and Counseling | This course examines the Christian Counseling field, including the history of Christian Counseling, an investigation of issues of integrating psychology and theology, and the development of a Christian worldview as a part of the counseling process. This course is a prerequisite to Practicum I (MFPSY5541). | 3 |
| 1097671 | MFPSY5512 | Theories of Counseling | This course surveys the major theories of personality and the associated classical and contemporary counseling theories with particular reference to how these theories are applied in the Christian counseling setting. This course is a prerequisite to Practicum I (MFPSY5541). | 3 |
| 1097683 | MFPSY5513 | Counseling Methods and Techniques | This course is an introduction to basic counseling skills necessary for various counseling settings. Students will examine underlying theoretical assumptions and theology applicable to counseling skills and will develop and apply these skills in a counseling setting. This course provides the experiential foundation for all practicum courses and is a prerequisite to Practicum I (MFPSY5541). | 3 |
| 1097701 | MFPSY5514 | Marriage and Family Counseling | This course introduces and focuses on various theories and methods of premarital and marriage counseling. Students will consider the biblical foundation for marriage, common problems faced by couples in marriage, principles of systems relationships, and techniques for effective pre-engagement, pre-marital, and marriage counseling. This course is a prerequisite to Practicum I (MFPSY5541). | 3 |
| 1097713 | MFPSY5515 | Crisis and Trauma Counseling | This course prepares students for counseling opportunities following crisis and trauma events by exploring the essentials of diagnosing and treating acute and post-traumatic stress symptoms, along with related loss and grief processes. This course provides a biblical basis for crisis intervention and a context for treatment of trauma-related disorders as well as best practices in the treatment of trauma with individuals, families, and communities. | 3 |
| 1159771 | MFPSY5517 | Basic Counseling Ethics | This course introduces students to basic ethical and legal aspects of the counseling field as well as standards for professional conduct. Students will study professional socialization, the role of the counselor, basic legal responsibilities and functioning, and counselor self-care. The emphasis of the course is on developing professional identity and attitudes as a Christian counselor. This course is a Prerequisite to Practicum I (MFPSY5541). | 3 |
| 1097725 | MFPSY5521 | Human Growth and Development | This course is an overview of developmental process beginning prior to birth and continuing through death, including how individuals develop cognitively, emotionally, physically, spiritually, and relationally across the lifespan. Students will consider applicability of life stage development and transitions to various counseling and ministry settings. | 3 |
| 1097731 | MFPSY5522 | Abnormal Psychology | This course surveys historical and modern methods of studying abnormal human behavior. It includes a focus on etiology of abnormal behavior, categories of pathology, and general treatment approaches. Students will consider the relationship between religion and mental health/mental illness and best methods of treatment in a counseling setting or referral in a ministry setting. This course is a Prerequisite to Psychopathology (MFPSY5535). | 3 |
| 1097743 | MFPSY5523 | Group Dynamics and Counseling | This course includes a study of group development, processes of group interaction, and basics of conducting counseling in a group setting. Students will consider how to begin a counseling group, methods of effective group leadership and facilitation, evaluating the therapeutic results of group interaction, and ethical issues related to group process and intervention. | 3 |
| 1097755 | MFPSY5524 | Research and Statistics | This course studies research design and statistical analysis as applied to counseling, behavioral science, and ministry research fields. Students will examine topics including research methodology, design, measurement, sampling, data gathering, and interpretation. Statistical analysis includes descriptive and inferential procedures for analyzing data. Students will acquire the necessary skills to integrate research into their professional decision-making process. | 3 |
| 1097761 | MFPSY5525 | Testing and Assessment | Students will examine the use of assessment techniques and tools, particularly in relationship to individual, marriage, and family counseling. Students will learn to use selected evaluation and testing measures, along with ethical methods of instrument development, administration, and interpretation of results. (Prerequisite: MFPSY5512) An additional materials fee will be charged at time of registration. | 3 |
| 1097773 | MFPSY5526 | Career Counseling | This course investigates the history of vocation along with major theories and techniques used in counseling individuals in career-related decisions. Students study the history, principles, and techniques in the field of vocational or career counseling. Students become familiar with, administer, and interpret assessment instruments related to career interest, career choice, and change of vocation. | 3 |
| 1097785 | MFPSY5527 | Family Systems and Therapy | This course examines conceptual, theoretical, and theological issues related to family, along with issues of family health and development. The course provides a substantive understanding of the major theories of systems function and change and the applied family therapy approaches evolving from each orientation. (Prerequisite: MFPSY5514) | 3 |
| 1159777 | MFPSY5528 | Addictions Counseling | This course examines the origins and trends of addictive and compulsive behaviors, treatment options, and potential barriers to treatment. Behaviors associated with substance and alcohol abuse and addictions, compulsive gambling, sexual addictions, and eating disorders are explored within a cultural and theological framework. | 3 |
| 1097797 | MFPSY5531 | Advanced Counseling Ethics and Professionalism | This course considers further ethical and legal aspects of the counseling field as well as standards for professional conduct. The course will additionally focus on records management, professional organizations, inter-professional cooperation in the counseling field, licensure processes, current LPC board functioning and rules, and other state laws that regulate the counseling field. This course is taught as a capstone course and, as such, should be taken in the student's final year of study. (Prerequisite: MFPSY5543) | 3 |
| 1097809 | MFPSY5532 | Multicultural Counseling | This course investigates the multiple dimensions related to competent multicultural counseling. Major ethnic groups are studied along with associated counseling approaches. Theories of multicultural counseling and systems-oriented intervention strategies (couple, family, group, and community) are examined as well as the overarching cultural context of relationships, religious and spiritual values, mental and physical characteristics, education, family values, and socioeconomic status. Attention is given to developing awareness of one's own values, attitudes, and beliefs related to counseling in a diverse society. (Prerequisite: MFPSY5541) | 3 |
| 1097821 | MFPSY5533 | Counseling and Human Sexuality | This course surveys the broad spectrum of human sexuality issues, including a biblical basis for sexuality, sexual development, and sexual problems that occur for individuals and in marriage. Students will consider various approaches for treatment of sexual problems and will learn to apply related counseling methodology. (Prerequisite: MFPSY5541) | 3 |
| 1097833 | MFPSY5534 | Counseling Children and Adolescents | This course surveys major therapeutic approaches with children and adolescents. Psychological and spiritual development will be examined with a focus on how developmental processes influence counseling. Diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders common to childhood and adolescents will also be addressed. | 3 |
| 1097845 | MFPSY5535 | Psychopathology | In this course, students will study diagnosis of mental disorders, the criteria for these diagnoses, psychotropic pharmacology, and the development of treatment planning skills utilized in professional/clinical mental health settings. Students will learn appropriate use of the current version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health, along with understanding uses and misuses of psychotropic medications. | 3 |
| 1805531 | MFPSY5536 | Child Sexual Abuse: Extent, Impact, and Treatment | This course considers the extent of child sexual abuse in society at large and in the church, how abuse impacts individuals both in childhood and adulthood, and treatment for children and adult survivors of CSA. The course will also attend to preventive approaches in church and society, along with resources for children, teens, and families impacted by CSA. | 1 |
| 1177087 | MFPSY5539 | Independent Study | Independent Study | 3 |
| 1097851 | MFPSY5541 | Practicum I | This course offers experiential training under the guidance of an LPC-Supervisor, preparing students to provide counseling services in their remaining practicum semesters. Students will further refine basic counseling skills, will gain additional preparation in counseling ethics and professionalism, and will identify and make arrangements with their practicum placement site. (Prerequisites: MFPSY5511, MFPSY5512, MFPSY5513, MFPSY5514, MFPSY5517) | 3 |
| 1097863 | MFPSY5542 | Practicum II | Students must spend 5-10 hours each week in a counseling setting, providing counseling services to actual clients. This must be done under the supervision of an individual licensed at the supervisory level for Texas LPC or LMFT state licensure (or the equivalent). (Prerequisites: MFPSY5541). | 3 |
| 1097887 | MFPSY5543 | Practicum III | Students must spend 5-10 hours each week in a counseling setting, providing counseling services to actual clients. This must be done under the supervision of an individual licensed at the supervisory level for Texas LPC or LMFT state licensure (or the equivalent). (Prerequisites: MFPSY5542). | 3 |
| 1097911 | MFPSY5544 | Practicum IV | Students must spend 5-10 hours each week in a counseling setting, providing counseling services to actual clients. This must be done under the supervision of an individual licensed at the supervisory level for Texas LPC or LMFT state licensure (or the equivalent). (Prerequisites: MFPSY5543). | 3 |
| 1097935 | MFPSY5545 | Clinical Counseling I | This course is for students seeking clinical training beyond the required four semesters. Students must spend 3 or more hours each week in a counseling setting, providing counseling services to actual clients. This must be done under the supervision of an individual licensed at the supervisory level for Texas LPC or LMFT state licensure (or the equivalent). Admission to this course is by professor permission only (Prerequisite: MFPSY 5544). | 1 |
| 1097947 | MFPSY5546 | Clinical Counseling II | This course is for students seeking clinical training beyond the required four semesters. Students must spend 3 or more hours in a counseling setting, providing counseling services to actual clients. This must be done under the supervision of an individual licensed at the supervisory level for Texas LPC or LMFT state licensure (or the equivalent). Admission to this course is by professor permission only. (Prerequisite: MFPSY 5544). | 3 |
| 1097953 | MFPSY5547 | Clinical Counseling III | This course is for students seeking clinical training beyond the required four semesters. Students must spend 3 or more hours in a counseling setting, providing counseling services to actual clients. This must be done under the supervision of an individual licensed at the supervisory level for Texas LPC or LMFT state licensure (or the equivalent). Admission to this course is by professor permission only. (Prerequisite: MFPSY 5544). | 1 |
| 1097965 | MFPSY5548 | Clinical Counseling IV | This course is for students seeking clinical training beyond the required four semesters. Students must spend 3 or more hours in a counseling setting, providing counseling services to actual clients. This must be done under the supervision of an individual licensed at the supervisory level for Texas LPC or LMFT state licensure (or the equivalent). Admission to this course is by professor permission only. (Prerequisite: MFPSY 5544). | 1 |
| 1794056 | MFPSY5554 | Advance Couples Counseling I | This course introduces students to advanced counseling techniques and methods used in helping couples manage marital conflicts, deepen their friendships, and increase intimacy based on the Sound Relationship House Theory. Various marital assessments and interventions will also be explored. Students will have an opportunity to earn Level One Gottman Certification at the conclusion of this course. This course has a prerequisite MFPSY5514 Premarital and Marriage Counseling Note: This course will be taught June 4-5, 2021. | 1 |
| 1805530 | MFPSY5555 | Technology in Counseling | In this course, students will examine contemporary issues in using technology in a professional counseling setting. Students will explore state and federal rules and regulations, along with best practices in the field, including HIPAA compliant platforms, as they relate to technology in counseling. Students will develop skills in session management, documentation, and informed consent in the telehealth process. The course will also briefly overview future technological advances in counseling interventions. | 1 |
| 1805532 | MFPSY5556 | Advanced Couples Counseling II | Course Description This course expands students’ assessment strategies and intervention techniques in counseling couples. This workshop provides a wealth of information about relationship theory, observation, couple dynamics, relationship assessment, treatment planning, when and how to use interventions, and working with co-morbidities. This training dives deep into the Gottman Method approach for treating complicated cases involving co-morbidities, including affairs, PTSD, addiction, and domestic violence. Students will have an opportunity to earn Level Two Gottman Certification at the conclusion of this course. (Prerequisites: MFPSY 5514 and MFPSY 5554) | 1 |
| 1805534 | MFPSY5557 | Special Topics in Advanced Counseling | This course exposes students to specialized topics and cutting edge research in the counseling field. Students will choose a variety of issues and listen to Christian expects lecture on these concerns, thus deepening their knowledge and increasing counseling skills in specific areas. Students must attend the American Association of Christian Counselors National Conference for this class | 1 |
| 1805541 | MFPSY5558 | The Practice of Integration in Professional Counseling | This course will examine issues of religiosity and spirituality through the lens of multicultural competency. Students will explore the practice of integration and matters of faith in secular environments. Legal cases and various professional documents on ethics will be considered in this solution-oriented approach to responding to and navigating non-religious environment. | 1 |
| 1805544 | MFPSY5559 | Counseling Human Trafficking Survivors | This course is designed to introduce basic aspects of human trafficking as well as provide Christian counselors with specific techniques and treatment modalities used in working with victims of this crime. A detailed discussion of methods used by traffickers to control their victims and the impact those methods have on victims will be introduced. Also included is information on ways to prevent victimization from occurring. | 1 |
| 1097977 | MFPSY5611 | Relationships in Chaplain Ministry | A study of human relations in institutional ministry. Attention will be given to understanding the chaplain's identity and relationship to God, other individuals, groups, and the institution within which the chaplain ministers. Students will also learn about peer relationships and collegiality, as well as relationships of protégés with mentors, and supervisors with subordinates. | 2 |
| 1097983 | MFPSY5612 | Group Dynamics in Institutional Structures | A study of the nature, dynamics, and interaction of groups in institutional settings. Attention will be given to how religious leaders and other group members interact within formal and informal structures and through formal and informal processes in military, health-care, correctional, corporate, and other community-related structures. | 2 |
| 1097989 | MFPSY5621 | Counseling Methods and Techniques | An introduction to theories and methods of Christian counseling. Attention will be given to personality theories, counseling techniques, and theology found in Scripture, and to the integration of these principles with current psychological theories and methods. The student will learn basic counseling skills and techniques and will develop a personal model of counseling consistent with Scripture. | 2 |
| 1097995 | MFPSY7203 | Models of Integration | 2 | |
| 1098001 | MFPSY7204 | Counseling Theory and Methodology | course description | 2 |
| 1098007 | MFSEM7201 | Ministry and Formation Disciplinary Seminar I | 2 | |
| 1098013 | MFSEM7202 | Ministry and Formation Disciplinary Seminar II | 2 | |
| 1098019 | MFSEM7203 | Ministry and Formation Disciplinary Seminar III | 2 | |
| 1098049 | MFSEM7213 | Administration in Ministry | 2 | |
| 1098079 | MPPRO8653 | Ministry Project and Oral Defense | Under the supervision of a Supervisor, the student will research and design, implement,write, submit, and orally defend a professional ministry project on an approved topic ofspecialized interest in the student's concentration of study. The oral defense will beconducted at a pre-determined time and place before an approved panel of internal andexternal examiners as determined by the Director of the D.Min. degree program and theASC. Six Units | 6 |
| 1805540 | PORTF8000 | Portfolio | This course allows students with advanced teaching experience at the university level who are transferring doctoral work to earn credit for their experience. A portfolio will be put together by the student and evaluated by the Director of the PhD program along with the Senior Fellow of the student's academic cluster to evaluate the work. | 8 |
| 1805538 | PRSEM8000 | Project Writing | This course is for the continuous enrollment of Doctor of Ministry students during the writing of the Project. Under the supervision of the student's advisor, the student will continue to work on his/her project and will be evaluated on the progress made each term. | 0 |
| 1805539 | PWDMN8101 | Prospectus Writing Continuous Enrollment | This course is for the student who requires more time to finish writing the project prospectus for approval. The supervisor for the student will assign a pass/fail grade at the end of the term based on the progress made. | 0 |
| 1775438 | PWSEM8100 | Prospectus Writing Seminar | This cohort-wide seminar teaches students how to write a proposal for a ministry project in their area of academic concentration. Attention will be given to describing the ministry need, the theological basis for ministry, project goals and evaluation, survey of literature, the ministry plan, and implications for contemporary ministry. Collaborating with a supervisor, students will begin to prepare a prospectus leading to a professional ministry project suitable for publication. (3 units) | 3 |
| 1775420 | SFSEM6200 | Advanced Spiritual Formation Seminar | This seminar enables students to grow personally and spiritually in ways that reinvigorate and deepen their vocational calling. | 3 |
| 1098277 | SWBIT5111 | Biblical Interpretation | An introduction to the nature of the Bible, the definition of and need for hermeneutics, a survey of historical and contemporary hermeneutical approaches, the principles of a grammatical-historical-theological-practical approach, and case studies of biblical passages that illustrate the principles. | 2 |
| 1805545 | SWBIT5115 | Exegeting Scripture as Oral Literature | This course introduces students to the field of Orality and Textuality and discusses the implications of recent studies in Orality on the interpretation of the Bible. The first half of the course will explore the history of studies in Orality, the history of the application of oral studies on Scripture, current trends in the field of Orality, and the inspiration of Scripture as a work stemming from oral tradition. In the second half of the course, through a series of specific examples, students will interact with possible applications of recent theories of Orality and Textuality in regard to biblical interpretation. Note: SWBIT5111 Biblical Interpretation is required for this course. | 2 |
| 1098313 | SWBIT5211 | Biblical Backgrounds | A study of the geography, history, and archaeology of the biblical world intended to provide a cultural and chronological framework for further study of both the Old and New Testaments. | 2 |
| 1098325 | SWBIT5213 | Jewish and Hellenistic Backgrounds to the New Testament | An examination of Jewish and Graeco-Roman society and culture, history, literature, philosophies, and religious beliefs and practices, as it provides background to the study of the writings of the New Testament. | 2 |
| 1098337 | SWBIT5214 | Holy Land Survey | This course surveys the Holy Land through visits to traditional historical sites in Israel coupled with lectures related to the history and geography of Israel from the time of the Exodus to the first century C.E. | 2 |
| 1098349 | SWBLA4211 | Elementary Greek I | Two accelerated courses combined as an introduction to the Greek language in preparation for the exegesis of the Greek New Testament. *Note: Language courses are demanding and may require significantly more individual study time.* | 3 |
| 1098373 | SWBLA4212 | Elementary Greek II | Two accelerated courses combined as an introduction to the Greek language in preparation for the exegesis of the Greek New Testament. *Note: Language courses are demanding and may require significantly more individual study time.* | 3 |
| 1098403 | SWBLA5011 | Introduction to Biblical Languages | An introduction to the elementary characteristics of the biblical languages of Hebrew and Greek, including the alphabets, basic grammatical forms, essential vocabulary, and the linguistic tools available to study biblical texts. | 2 |
| 1098421 | SWBLA5111 | Old Testament Hebrew I | The fundamentals of biblical Hebrew including vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and syntax for the purpose of translating and interpreting the Old Testament text. *Note: Language courses are demanding and may require significantly more individual study time.* | 2 |
| 1098433 | SWBLA5112 | Old Testament Hebrew II | The fundamentals of biblical Hebrew including vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and syntax for the purpose of translating and interpreting the Old Testament text. *Note: Language courses are demanding and may require significantly more individual study time.* | 2 |
| 1098445 | SWBLA5113 | Old Testament Hebrew III | The fundamentals of biblical Hebrew including vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and syntax for the purpose of translating and interpreting the Old Testament text. *Note: Language courses are demanding and may require significantly more individual study time.* | 2 |
| 1709444 | SWBLA5114 | Ugaritic | This course will consist of the reading of Ugaritic texts, systematic vocabulary acquisition, and the mastery of certain aspects of the morphology (verb paradigms, noun paradigms), phonology, and syntax of the Ugaritic language. Substantial attention will also be given to comparative philology (e.g., thus providing a window into Hebrew and Aramaic). Substantial emphasis will be placed each class period on the vocalization of the text. | 2 |
| 1098457 | SWBLA5211 | New Testament Greek I | Advanced grammar with exegesis of the Greek New Testament. Three consecutive terms must be taken to receive credit for this course. Student should stay in the same section for all three terms. *Note: Language courses are demanding and may require significantly more individual study time.* | 2 |
| 1098487 | SWBLA5212 | New Testament Greek II | Advanced grammar with exegesis of the Greek New Testament. Three consecutive terms must be taken to receive credit for this course. Student should stay in the same section for all three terms. *Note: Language courses are demanding and may require significantly more individual study time.* | 2 |
| 1098517 | SWBLA5213 | New Testament Greek III | Advanced grammar with exegesis of the Greek New Testament. Three consecutive terms must be taken to receive credit for this course. Student should stay in the same section for all three terms. *Note: Language courses are demanding and may require significantly more individual study time.* | 2 |
| 1635206 | SWBLA5311 | Biblical Languages I | The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to Biblical Hebrew (HB). This course includes a basic introduction to the Hebrew language, emphasizing understanding the basic building blocks (alphabet, elements of the verbs, nouns, adjectives, adverbs, and other ancillary parts of speech) of a sentence as well as syntax. The use of language resources and tools will be covered so that each student will be able to use these tools in doing exegesis in both languages. | 2 |
| 1635212 | SWBLA5312 | Biblical Languages II | The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to Biblical Koiné Greek (GNT). This course includes a basic introduction to the Greek language, emphasizing understanding the basic building blocks (alphabet, elements of the verbs, nouns, adjectives, adverbs, and other ancillary parts of speech) of a sentence as well as syntax. The use of language resources and tools will be covered so that each student will be able to use these tools in doing exegesis in both languages. | 2 |
| 1098595 | SWBLI5111 | Old Testament I | An introduction to each Old Testament book with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications. Pentateuch, Joshua, and Judges. | 2 |
| 1098631 | SWBLI5112 | Old Testament II | An introduction to each Old Testament book with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications. The historical books from Ruth through Esther, and the Wisdom Literature from Job through the Song of Solomon. | 2 |
| 1098661 | SWBLI5113 | Old Testament III | An introduction to each Old Testament book with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications. The prophetic books from Isaiah through Malachi. | 2 |
| 1098685 | SWBLI5120 | The Book of Genesis | An exegetical study of Genesis designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098691 | SWBLI5121 | Genesis 1-11 | An exegetical study of Genesis 1-11 designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098697 | SWBLI5123 | Exodus | An exegetical study of Exodus designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1805535 | SWBLI5124 | Leviticus | An exegetical study of Leviticus designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the book’s historical and canonical contexts, its form and structure, and the interpretation of its statutes and precepts. Particular attention will be given to the sacrificial system, the festal occasions, and purity laws, as well as to theological concerns of holiness and atonement and the ongoing applicability of Leviticus and its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1805536 | SWBLI5125 | The Book of Judges | An exegetical study of the Book of Judges designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting | 2 |
| 1098703 | SWBLI5127 | Ruth | An exegetical study of Ruth designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098709 | SWBLI5133 | The Book of Psalms | An exegetical study of Psalms designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1644602 | SWBLI5134 | Survey of Wisdom Literature | A study of the development of Israel's wisdom movement from its beginning (clan wisdom) to its codification (royal wisdom). A close reading of Job, Proverbs, selected wisdom Psalms, and Ecclesiastes will constitute the biblical text for this class. The content of these books shall be examined critically for their role and formation -in terms of their significance for wisdom theology- within Israel. | 2 |
| 1098715 | SWBLI5138 | Isaiah | An exegetical study of Isaiah designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history distinctive literary traits the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098721 | SWBLI5139 | Jeremiah | An exegetical study of Jeremiah designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history distinctive literary traits the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098727 | SWBLI5142 | Amos-Hosea | An exegetical study of Hosea, Joel, and Amos designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1261975 | SWBLI5143 | Eighth-Century Old Testament Prophets | A study of the rise and development of the Hebrew prophecy within Israel. A close reading of Amos, Hosea, Micah and selected portions of Isaiah along with historical narrative (1 Kings 17-2, Kings 13- the Elijah and Elisha narratives) will constitute the biblical text for this class. The content of these books shall be examined critically for their role and formation- in terms of their significance of prophecy- within Israel and Judah. | 2 |
| 1338799 | SWBLI5144 | Seventh-Century Old Testament Prophets | A study of the continuance of the prophetic movement within Judah and the further development of Hebrew prophecy. A close reading of Joel, Jonah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah with selected portions of Isaiah (40-66), and Jeremiah will constitute the biblical text for this class. The content of these books shall be examined critically for their role and formation- in terms of their significance of prophecy- within Judah. | 2 |
| 1338805 | SWBLI5145 | Sixth-Century Old Testament Prophets | A study of the continuance of the prophetic movement within Judah and the further development of Hebrew prophecy. Attention will be given to the prophetic movement during the pre and post-exilic movement. Therefore, a close reading of selected portions of Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi are presented. These prophets will constitute the biblical text portion for this class. The content of these books shall be examined critically for their contributions to the nature and theology of the exilic and restoration period. | 2 |
| 1098739 | SWBLI5146 | Haggai Zechariah Malachi | An exegetical study of Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098745 | SWBLI5160 | Theology of the Old Testament | This course defines Old Testament theology and surveys the various scholarly approaches used to develop Old Testament theologies since the Enlightenment, examines the historical narrative of the Old Testament in order to discern important theological ideas and themes, and examines the possible relationships between the Old and New Testaments in order to assess the relevance and use of the Old Testament within the New Testament church. | 2 |
| 1098751 | SWBLI5211 | New Testament I | An introduction to the Gospels. These writings will be studied in terms of historical setting, religious background, literary composition, theological message, and interrelationship with the Old Testament. | 2 |
| 1098799 | SWBLI5212 | New Testament II | An introduction to Acts and the Pauline Letters. These writings will be studied in terms of historical setting, religious background, literary composition, theological message, and interrelationship with the Old Testament. | 2 |
| 1098835 | SWBLI5213 | New Testament III | An introduction to the General Letters and Revelation. These writings will be studied in terms of historical setting, religious background, literary composition, theological message, and interrelationship with the Old Testament. The study of the General Epistles (GE) and The Revelation will take us further in our walk with the Lord and how much they connect with the other biblical books. | 2 |
| 1098859 | SWBLI5220 | Matthew | An exegetical study of Matthew designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098871 | SWBLI5221 | Mark | An exegetical study of Mark designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098877 | SWBLI5222 | Luke-Acts | An exegetical study of Luke designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098889 | SWBLI5223 | John | An exegetical study of John designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098907 | SWBLI5224 | Acts | An exegetical study of Acts designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098925 | SWBLI5225 | Romans | An exegetical study of Romans designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098949 | SWBLI5226 | 1 Corinthians | An exegetical study of 1 Corinthians designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098967 | SWBLI5228 | Galatians | An exegetical study of Galatians designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1098991 | SWBLI5230 | Philippians | An exegetical study of Philippians designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1099009 | SWBLI5232 | 1 and 2 Thessalonians | An exegetical study of 1 and 2 Thessalonians designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will begiven to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1099021 | SWBLI5233 | Pastoral Epistles | An exegetical study of 1 and 2 Timothy and Titus, designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1099027 | SWBLI5234 | Letter to the Hebrews | An exegetical study of Hebrews designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1099033 | SWBLI5235 | James | An exegetical study of James designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1099039 | SWBLI5236 | The Petrine Epistles | An exegetical study of 1 and 2 Peter designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1099045 | SWBLI5237 | Johannine Epistles | An exegetical study of 1, 2, and 3 John designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1099057 | SWBLI5238 | Revelation | An exegetical study of Revelation designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1099081 | SWBLI5239 | Prison Epistles | An exegetical study of Philippians, Ephesians, Colossians, and Philemon, designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow of the argument, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1099093 | SWBLI5240 | The Parables of Jesus | An exegetical study of the parables of Jesus in the Synoptic Gospels. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the texts themselves: their historical-cultural context, distinctive literary traits, theological significance, and application of their truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1099105 | SWBLI5260 | Theology of the New Testament | A study of the nature, history, and methods of New Testament theology emphasizing the biblical contexts and their central themes. Primary attention will be given to the exegesis of key texts in their respective biblical contexts relating to God, creation, redemption, and eschatology. The study focuses on the core of biblical theology and Christian preaching, moreover it emphasizes and renews the Old Testament roots of Christian faith as proclaimed by Jesus and his earliest followers. New Testament elective courses feature the reading of selected portions or books of the New Testament in English translation. They seek to interpret the primary writings of the New Testament canon at an intensive level, emphasizing the historical intention of the text and its theological message. These courses require no competence in the Greek New Testament. | 2 |
| 1099117 | SWBLI5261 | Biblical Perspectives on Contemporary Views of Jesus | An examination of historical reliability of the canonical Gospels in light of recent skepticism about the uniqueness of Jesus and the reliability of the New Testament (e.g., Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code or Bart Ehrman's Misquoting Jesus). | 2 |
| 1099123 | SWBLI5262 | New Testament Eschatology | An exegetical study of the central New Testament texts related to eschatology designed to enable the student to understand and interpret the biblical message. Primary attention will be given to the form and content of the text itself: its background and history, distinctive literary traits, the flow or argument, the theological relationship to other eschatological texts, and the application of its truths in the contemporary setting. | 2 |
| 1780052 | SWBLI5263 | Theology of Paul | Theology of Paul | 2 |
| 1099147 | SWBLI7252 | Paul | 2 | |
| 1099153 | SWBLI7254 | New Testament Gospels | 2 | |
| 1099171 | SWBPR5111 | Biblical Preaching I | A study of the principles of sermon construction: the interpretation of text, the formulation of idea, the definition of objective, the development of material, the arrangement of structure, the improvement of style, and the preaching of the sermon. | 2 |
| 1099207 | SWBPR5112 | Biblical Preaching II | A study and practice of the preparation, delivery, and evaluation of the sermon. Sermons will be prepared and delivered. Components of sermon delivery will be studied and practiced for improvement. A lifelong strategy for self-evaluation and critique of sermon content and delivery will be practiced. | 2 |
| 1099225 | SWBPR5211 | Narrative in Biblical and Cultural Contexts | Understanding the role narrative plays in shaping cultures, worldview, beliefs, values, and behaviors. Particular attention is given to the way the overarching biblical narrative and individual biblical stories can interact with various cultures to bring transformation in individuals, churches, and communities. | 2 |
| 1099231 | SWBPR5212 | Using Biblical Storytelling in Church and Community | Developing skill in selecting, preparing, and telling biblical stories to communicate Scriptural truth effectively in a particular church, cultural group or other ministry context. Two Units. Prerequisite: SWBPR 5211 Narrative in Biblical and Cultural Contexts. | 2 |
| 1099543 | SWSEM7101 | NT Interpretation of OT Seminar | 2 | |
| 1099549 | SWSEM7201 | Puritan Preachers | 2 | |
| 1099555 | SWSEM7202 | Scripture and Witness Disciplinary Seminar II | 2 | |
| 1099561 | SWSEM7203 | Scripture and Witness Disciplinary Seminar III | 2 | |
| 1099615 | TCHEX7101 | Teaching Experience | Under the supervision of a Senior Fellow and at one of the teaching churches of the Seminary, the student will teach a course in the major field of study. One Unit | 1 |
| 1775408 | TISEM6200 | Advanced Theological Integration Seminar | This seminar teaches students how to apply inter-cluster learning from the Core Reading Seminar so they can more effectively engage their cultural contexts with theological acumen and critical thinking. | 3 |
| 1099897 | WMEVA5111 | Christian Witness | An introductory study of the biblical foundations, traditions, and practice of Christian witness. Emphasis will be given to developing creative methods to share Christ and transform the church and surrounding community. | 2 |
| 1482793 | WMEVA5112 | Christian Witness to Roman Catholics | This course guides students to gain an understanding of the history, teachings, and practices of the Roman Catholic Church, to develop a commitment to sharing the Gospel of Christ with Roman Catholics and to master a detailed plan for delivering an effective witness to Roman Catholics. | 2 |
| 1099921 | WMEVA5211 | Narrative in Biblical and Cultural Contexts | Understanding the role narrative plays in shaping cultures, worldview, beliefs, values, and behaviors. Particular attention is given to the way the overarching biblical narrative and individual biblical stories can interact with various cultures to bring transformation in individuals, churches, and communities. | 2 |
| 1099927 | WMEVA5212 | Using Biblical Storytelling in Church and Community | Developing skill in selecting, preparing, and telling biblical stories to communicate Scriptural truth effectively in a particular church, cultural group, or other ministry context. Prerequisite: WMEVA 5211 Narrative in Biblical and Cultural Contexts. | 2 |
| 1099939 | WMMIS5111 | Missiology | An introductory study that seeks to stimulate concern about, commitment to, and involvement in the Christian World Mission. The study considers a definition and explanation of the study of missions, the biblical and theological foundations of the mission, and the history of the expansion of the Faith from the New Testament times to the present. | 2 |
| 1099963 | WMMIS5112 | Issues in Contemporary Missiology | An introduction to the cultural, religious, and strategic elements in Christian missions. The study includes the cultural milieu for, the strategies of, and relationship with other religions involved in the mission. The study presents the teaching of Jesus as the only Savior. | 2 |
| 1099969 | WMMIS5121 | Growing Healthy Churches | A study of traditional teachings, innovative strategies, and effective methods that cause churches to grow and strengthen in health. | 2 |
| 1099981 | WMMIS5122 | Christian Community Development | A study of the theological foundations, biblical principles, practical issues, and best practices of Christian community development to help the student and practitioner positively impact blight and systemic decay of urban neighborhoods. | 2 |
| 1099993 | WMMIS5123 | Music in Missions | A study of the role and functions of music in missions and evangelism. Emphasis will be given to biblical and theological foundations, communication methods, indigenous music, and developing strategies for using music in missions and evangelism. | 2 |
| 1100005 | WMMIS5124 | Introduction to Church Planting | Introduction to Church Planting Introduction to Church Planting consists of an examination of the various methods for discovering places where new congregations are needed and strategies for starting these. | 2 |
| 1100011 | WMMIS5125 | New Paradigm Church | The course will identify and analyze New Paradigm churches. The study will look at the influence these churches have on music, preaching, church structure, evangelism, discipleship, finances, and other church characteristics. The course will help students to understand the place of church growth principles and the reaction of the Emergent Church movement against such a market-place mentality. | 2 |
| 1100017 | WMMIS5131 | The Gospel and Islam | The course introduces students to the religion of Islam and guides to understanding of the comparison of the teachings of Islam and Christianity on the subjects of God, Jesus Christ, and salvation. Students will do extensive reading and research on these subjects as well as noting some of the ways of presenting the truth of Jesus Christ to followers of Islam. Students will develop their own approaches to sharing the Good News with Muslims. | 2 |
| 1100029 | WMMIS5132 | Directed Study in Missions I | A study of Christian missions in a specific region or people group. | 2 |
| 1100035 | WMMIS5133 | Directed Study in Missions II | A study of Christian missions in a specific region or people group. | 2 |
| 1100041 | WMMIS5214 | Ethnodoxology in Christian Ministry | A foundational course introducing theoretical and practical tools for church planters and worship facilitators to serve more effectively. | 2 |
| 1100047 | WMMIS5215 | Introduction to World Religions | Introduction to World Religions considers the origin and meaning of religion among humankind before turning to an introduction to many of the religious expressions various peoples currently observe. The study seeks understanding of the religions that are based on traditional worldview (Traditional Religion, animism), religions based on a cyclical worldview (Hinduism Buddhism and, New Age), religions based on linear worldview (Judaism and Islam), religions based on secular worldviews (Materialism, Atheism, Secularism). Students will study Christian approaches to followers of these religions and write a paper on ways to share the Gospel with followers of one of the religions. | 2 |
| 1100077 | WMPRC5201 | Worship and Mission Practicum I | This practicum is a guided, independent study that integrates theoretical knowledge with the praxis of worship or missions in local or international settings. Field supervision may be required as well as sponsorship of a sending church or religious entity. | 2 |
| 1100083 | WMPRC5202 | Worship and Mission Practicum II | This practicum is a guided, independent study that integrates theoretical knowledge with the praxis of worship or missions in local or international settings. Field supervision may be required as well as sponsorship of a sending church or religious entity. | 2 |
| 1100089 | WMSEM7201 | Worship and Mission Disciplinary Seminar I | 2 | |
| 1100095 | WMSEM7202 | Worship and Mission Disciplinary Seminar II | 2 | |
| 1100101 | WMSEM7203 | Worship and Mission Disciplinary Seminar III | 2 | |
| 1100125 | WMWOR5111 | Christian Worship | An introductory study of the biblical foundations, traditions, and practice of Christian worship. Emphasis will be given to the nature, purpose, forms, planning, and leading of corporate worship. | 2 |
| 1100167 | WMWOR5112 | Foundations of Christian Worship | A study of the biblical, theological, and historical foundations of Christian worship. | 2 |
| 1100173 | WMWOR5113 | Worship Planning and Design | A study of the principles of worship planning and design with an emphasis on developing services for the church year that are adaptable to various cultural contexts. | 2 |
| 1100179 | WMWOR5114 | Worship and Missions | A study of the intrinsic and cyclical relationship of worship and missions. Attention will be given to the use of music and worship in evangelism, the understanding of communication theory and its application in worship within a global community. The course will also focus on issues related to the use of indigenous music in Christian worship. | 2 |
| 1100185 | WMWOR5115 | Worship Leadership and Technology | This course is designed around the weekly corporate worship event. Emphasis will be given to understanding worship service design praxis and systems, and the use of technologies that enable, enhance, encourage, and support that worship service. | 2 |
| 1100191 | WMWOR5116 | Worship, Context, and the Witness of Christian Community | A study of diverse considerations for nurturing the church's full, conscious, and active participation in corporate worship. Emphasis will be given to the interrelationship between the church's worship, its context, and the impact of its communal witness. | 2 |
| 1100203 | WMWOR5211 | Christian Disciplines | An introductory study of the biblical foundations, traditions, and practice of Christian disciplines. Students will be encouraged to enrich their own spiritual lives and to mentor others in the disciplines of the Christian life. | 2 |
| 1100221 | WMWOR5214 | Ethnodoxology in Christian Ministry | A foundational course introducing theoretical and practical tools for church planters and worship facilitators to serve more effectively. | 2 |
| 1100227 | WMWOR5611 | Liturgy and Ceremony | A study of liturgies and ceremonies employed in settings beyond Baptist congregational life. Attention will be given to the liturgical beliefs and practices of Protestant denominations, Roman and Orthodox Catholicism, and other major world religions. Students will learn how to develop and lead worship in interdenominational and ecumenical settings, religious programs in interfaith settings, and ceremonies in public, secular, and religiously diverse settings. | 2 |
| 1100233 | WMWOR7202 | Worship and Missions | 2 | |
| 1100239 | WMWOR7203 | Worship Seminar | course description | 2 |