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Courses by Schedule and Topic

Outline of Courses

Old Testament (OT)
  1. Introductory
  2. Canonical Corpus
  3. Topics in Old Testament
  4. Hebrew Language
New Testament (NT)
  1. Introductory
  2. Books of the New Testament
  3. Topics in New Testament
  4. New Testament Greek
Historical Studies (HS)
  1. Introductory
  2. History of Particular Traditions
  3. History—Individuals
  4. American Church History
  5. Topics in Church History
Theological Studies (TS)
  1. Introductory and Foundational
  2. Particular Individuals or Traditions
  3. Topics in Theology
Ethical Studies (ES)
  1. Moral Theology
  2. Topics in Ethics
Ministry Studies (MS)
  1. The Nature and Practice of Ministry
  2. Spirituality and Spiritual Direction
  3. Pastoral Care
  4. Liturgy and Worship
  5. Preaching and Communication
  6. Educational Ministry of the Church
  7. Polity and Canon Law

 

2004–2005 Term Starting Dates

School Fall Winter Spring

Catholic Theological Union (CTU)

September 7

January 10

February 7

Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS)

September 7

January 3

February 7

Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary (G-ETS)

September 1

January 10

Januuary 31

Institute of Pastoral Studies, Loyola (IPS)

August 30

——

January 18

Lutheran School of Theology (LSTC)

September 7

January 3

January 31

McCormick Theological Seminary (MTS)

September 7

January 3

January 31

Meadville/Lombard Theological School (M/L)

September 27

January 3

March 28

Mundelein Seminary (MS)

September 6

November 29

March 7

North Park Theological Seminary (NPTS)

August 23

January 10

February 7

Northern Baptist Theological Seminary (NBTS)

September 20

January 10

March 28

Seabury-Western Theological Seminary S-WTS

September 27

January 3

March 21

Trinity Evangelical Divinity School TEDS

August 25

January 3

January 12




Detailed list of courses



Biblical Studies

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTU

B4001

Introduction to Bible Studies

 

Fall

M 7-9:45

Reid

   

Spring

S 11:30-2:15

Okoye

CTU

B4403

History and Archaeology of Israel

Studies stages of Israel's religious, cultural, and political history; geographical context of Israel and the Bible; history and methodology of biblical archaeology. Preparation for the 3-week visit to Israel . Open to all interested students.

 

.

 
   

Spring quarter

MW 11:30-12:45

Hoppe

CTU

BC5515

Forms and Meanings in Bible and Culture

Examines recurring themes in culture and Old Testament to see what light each can cast on the other and on the missionary and theological enterprise. Topics may include kinship, power, language, ideas of God. Prereq:

       

Spring

M 1-3:45

Bergant, Gittins

CTU

BS4520

Biblical Foundations of Spirituality

The religions of Israel and early Christianity are investigated not only in their historical and biblical setting but also in their impact on Christian life and ministry.

       

Spring

W 7-9:45

Bowe

IPS

535-001

Foundations of Biblical Literature

Survey of bible introducing people who gave birth to biblical writings and types of literature Jews and Christians produced. Treats fundamental questions, differences among bibles, how canon developed and how scholars determine meaning of biblical texts.

Fall

W 1-3:30

Hiebert

       

LSTC

B-443

Scripture by Heart

 

Fall

M 6:30-9:30

Rhoads

       

LSTC

B-479

Middle East Travel Seminar

 
   

J Term

TBA

Menn, Rossing

   

MTS

B 300

Introduction to Biblical Studies

An overview of content and approaches to Scripture that are responsible to church and academy. Exegesis of texts from Hebrew Bible and New Testament. Special attention to literary types, historical contexts, methods, and resources for understanding.

Fall

MW 10:30-11:50

Knowles, Brawley

   

Spring

MTh 6-7:20

Brawley, Hiebert

MTS

B/MED 496

Teaching the Bible

Issues include use of seminary language/biblical study for teaching in the church; critical evaluation of curricula that focus on biblical content; appropriate methods for use in teaching youth and adults modeled in classroom sessions. Prereq: B 300

       

Spring

M 1-3:50

Tanzer, Caldwell

MTS

B/T 493

Thinking Biblically

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

Fall

T 2-4:50

Brawley, Cathey

       

TEDS

CC 711

Cultural Hermeneutics

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

Fall

MW 1-2:15

Vanhoozer

       


Old Testament

I. Introductory

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTS

CH 301

People and Faith of Israel I

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

Fall

W 9-12

Stone

       

CTS

CH 302

People and Faith of Israel II

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

       

Spring

T 2-5

Sandoval

G-ETS

11-500

Introduction to the Old Testament

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

Fall semester

TTh 8:45-10:45

Lester

   

Spring semester

MW 7:15-9:15

Anderson

LSTC

B-310A

Pentateuch & Wisdom Literature: Instruction for Life

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

Fall

MW 9:30-10:45

Klein

       

LSTC

B-310B

Pentateuch & Wisdom Literature: Instruction for Life

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

Fall

T 6:30-9:30

Menn

       

LSTC

B-310C

Pentateuch & Wisdom Literature: Instruction for Life (online)

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

Fall

M TBA online

Chalmers

       

LSTC

B-313A/B

Israel's Prophets

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

       

Spring

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

(A)Klein (B) Menn

LSTC

W-307

Beginning Arabic I

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

Fall

Th 6:30-9:30

Saadi

       

MTS

B 400

Introduction to the Old Testament

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

       

Spring

T 2-4:50

Knowles

NBTS

OT 301 01

The Pentateuch

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

Fall

M 7-9:40pm

Mariottini

       

NBTS

OT 301 02

The Pentateuch

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

Fall

T 1-3:40

Mariottini

       

NBTS

OT 302 01

The Former Prophets

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

   

Winter

M 7-9:40pm

Mariottini

   

NBTS

OT 302 02

The Former Prophets

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

   

Winter

T 1-3:40

Mariottini

   

NPTS

BIBL 6120

Interpreting the Old Testament I

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

Fall Semester

TTh 8-9:25

Hubbard

   

Spring

online

Hubbard

S-WTS

BIBL 500

Old Testament I

 

Fall

TTh 9-10:50

Yamada

       

S-WTS

BIBL 501

Old Testament II

 
   

Winter

MW 1-2:50

Yamada

   

TEDS

OT 500

Introduction to the Old Testament

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

Fall Semester

MW 9:25-11:05

Hoffmeier

       

TEDS

OT 724

Old Testament Introduction

 
       

Spring Quad A

M 2:30-4:10

Hoffmeier

TEDS

OT 731

Old Testament Theology

 
       

Spring

T 2:30-5

Hoffmeier

TEDS

OT 751

Hermeneutics

 

Fall

MW 2:30-3:45

Osborne

       

II. Canonical Corpus

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTS

CH 406

Reading Genesis

Literary, socio-historical and anthropological study of selected passages with attention to ways it has been read within Judaism and Christianity. Hebrew not required but reading component will be included for students who have "Intro to Biblical Hebrew."

       

Spring

W 2-5

Stone

CTU

B4301

Old Testament Narrative Literature

 

Fall

TTh 10-11:15

Bergant

       

G-ETS

11-602

Historical Books: Daniel

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

Fall

W 8-10:45

Lester

       

G-ETS

11-607

The Writings: Job

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

Fall semester

T 6:15-9:15

Duncan

       

G-ETS

11-607A

The Writings: Jonah and Ruth

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

       

Spring

T 6:15-9:15

Duncan

G-ETS

11-607B

The Writings: Job

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

       

Spring

M 6:15-9:15

Duncan

LSTC

B-601A

Graduate Biblical Seminar: Genesis

 

Fall

M 1-4:30

Menn

       

LSTC

B-601B

Graduate Biblical Seminar: New Readings of Isaiah

 

Fall

M 1-4

Klein

   

Spring

M 1-4

Klein

MS

BI344

I Samuel

A major work among the historical books of the OT, Samuel narrates the end of the period of the Judges, the threat of the Philistines and the Institution of the Monarchy.

       

Spring

TBA

Akpunonu

MTS

B 420

Isaiah

Course will focus on Isaiah and the prophets as social critics and future visionaries, and will provide opportunity to practice interpretive skills acquired in IBS on the Bible's prophetic texts.

       

Spring

W 9-11:50

Hiebert

NBTS

OT 424

Book of Jeremiah

 
       

Spring

T 9-11:40

Mariottini

NPTS

BIBL 6121

Interpreting the Old Testament II

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

Fall

M 6:20-9:20

Bruckner

   

Spring

TTh 8-9:25

Hubbard

TEDS

OT 550

English Bible: Proverbs

Demonstration of inductive Bible study method and treatment.

Fall Semester

T 6-9:15

VanGemeren

       

TEDS

OT 716

Pentateuch and Historical Books

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

Fall Semester

TTh 12:45-2:25

Averbeck

   

Spring

MW 7:35-9:15am

Averbeck

TEDS

OT 717

Poetic and Prophetic Books

Examination of Near Eastern background, nature, purpose, and form of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Song of Solomon, Ecclesiastes, Lamentations. Consideration of prophecy in ancient world and selected prophetic themes. Prereq: reading knowledge of Hebrew. 4 hours

Fall Semester

MW 12:45-2:25

Magary, Hoffmeier

   

Spring

TTh 9:25-11:05

VanGemeren

TEDS

OT 736

Exegesis of Isaiah

 
       

Spring

TTh 1-2:15

VanGemeren

TEDS

OT 744A

Advanced Hebrew Exegesis: 2 Kings

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

Fall Semester

MW 1-2:15

Younger

       

TEDS

OT 744B

Advanced Hebrew Exegesis: Proverbs

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

Fall

TTh 2:30-3:45

VanGemeren

       

III. Topics in Old Testament

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTS

CH 411

Judges, Gender and Biblical Theology

This course uses a close reading of Judges to examine both the role of gender in biblical interpretation and the implications of difficult texts for the task of "biblical theology."

       

Spring

Th 9-12

Stone

CTS

CH 492

Reading Between Testaments

This course examines Jewish literature from c.200 BCE to c.50 CE, including the Old Testament Apocrypha and the Dead Sea Scrolls. Literary and theological issues emerging from the primary texts will be highlighted.

Fall

W 9-12

Sandoval

       

CTS

CH 505

Dead Sea Scrolls

Course considers (in translation) the historical, literary and theological dimensions of sectarian Qumran texts recognizing the significance of the scrolls for the study of formative Judaism, Christian origins and the study of the bible.

       

Spring

W 9-12

Sandoval

CTU

B4310

Old Testament Prophets

 
       

Spring

M 7-9:45

Hoppe

CTU

B4312

Second Temple Judaism and Early Rabbinic Judaism

 

Fall

T 8:30-11:15

Sandmel

       

CTU

B5005

Messianic Expectation in Early Judaism

 
       

Spring

W 8:30-11:15

Hoppe

G-ETS

11-632

Biblical Law & the Ethics of Biblical Interpretation

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

       

Spring

Th 3-5:45

C. Anderson

IPS`

415-001

The Prophets

Prophets of ancient Israel and their message remain an enigma until we are able to determine the roles prophets played in their own world and to understand their message within its historical and literary context.

       

Spring

W 1-3:30

Hiebert

MTS

B 494

Film & Bible

Examine and critique use of biblical stories and themes in an international selection of films. Goals include critical engagement with ways film artists interact with and interpret biblical texts and discussion of themes. Weekly plenary, screening, disc.

   

Jan. 12-21

M-F 12:30-5:30

Knowles, Adj

   

MTS

B 495

Egypt in the Bible

Travel course.

   

Jan 3-21

 

Hiebert

   

NBTS

OT 450

Women in the Old Testament

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

       

Spring

M 7-9:40

Mariottini

NPTS

BIBL 6247

Old Testament Theology

Surveys both the methods and major teaching of Old Testament theology. Emphasis on theological reflection of texts and distillation of their tehology. Lecture and discussion. Two hours.

       

Spring

M 2:30-4:20

Hubbard

NPTS

BIBL 7190

Special Topics in Biblical Studies

This course will focus on various special topics in biblical studies. One to three hours. Fall: Judgment

Fall

Th 6-8:20

Laytham, Phelan

       

S-WTS

BIBL 620

Studies in Prophecy: The Exilic Prophets

Compared by some interpreters to the Holocaust, the Babylonian Exile was the watershed event of Israelite history. Jeremiah, Ezekiel and II Isaiah discern patterns in chaos and signal new creation and new exodus.

       

Spring

MW 3-4:50

Yamada

TEDS

OT 706

Geography of Bible Lands

 

Fall

W 7-9:30pm

Beitzel

       

TEDS

OT 743A

West Semitic Inscriptions

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

Fall

TTh 2:30-3:45

Younger

       

TEDS

OT 743C

History of the Ancient Near East

 

Fall

MW 9:30-10:45

Younger

       

TEDS

OT 743D

Hieroglyphics

 

Fall

TTh 9:30-10:45

Hoffmeier

       

TEDS

OT 845

Current Issues

Fall: Synoptic Passages Hebrew Bible; Spring: TBA

Fall

MW 2:30-3:45

Magary

   

Spring Quad A

Th 2:30-5

Hoffmeier

IV. Hebrew Language

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTS

CH 300

Introduction to Biblical Hebrew

Intensive course designed to introduce the fundamentals of reading Biblical Hebrew. Students who take this course are strongly encouraged to sign up for CH 406 "Reading Genesis," which will contain a Hebrew reading component, in the following semester.

   

J term

Jan 3-21 M-F 9-12

Stone

   

CTU

B4300

Biblical Hebrew

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

       

Spring

TBA

TBA

G-ETS

11-543

Intermediate Hebrew

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

Fall semester

T 12:30 1st mtg

Duncan

       

LSTC

B-300A

Biblical Hebrew I

An introduction to the grammar of Hebrew, designed to equip students to use the language in exegetical work. Credit is given for this course alone, but the grammar cycle is completed in Biblical Hebrew II.

Fall

MTTh 9:30-10:50

Brawley

       

LSTC

B-300B

Biblical Hebrew

An introduction to the grammar of Hebrew, designed to equip students to use the language in exegetical work. Credit is given for this course alone, but the grammar cycle is completed in Biblical Hebrew II.

Fall

MWTh 1-2:20

Klein

       

LSTC

BL-402

Hebrew II: Readings in the David Narratives

 
   

J Term

MWTh 9-12 & 1-2

Klein

   

MS

BI301

Hebrew I

This course is a careful study of the grammar and syntax of the Hebrew language with emphasis on the historical evolution of the language and the new insights offered by Ugaritic and Phoenician.

Fall

TBA

Schoenstene

       

MTS

B 322

Introduction to Hebrew Exegesis II

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

Fall

MW 2-3:20

Hiebert

       

MTS

B 449

Hebrew Exegesis III

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

       

Spring-

TTh 10:30-11:50

Knowles

NPTS

BIBL 6100

Beginning Hebrew I

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

Fall Semester

A)TTh 1:30-2:55; TTh 6:30-8

A)Bruckner; B)Beetley

       

NPTS

BIBL 6101

Beginning Hebrew II

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

       

Spring semester

A)TTh 10:35-12; TTh 6:30-8

A)Bruckner; B)Beetley

NPTS

BIBL 6102

Hebrew Readings

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

Fall Semester

TBA

Hubbard

       

S-WTS

BIBL 521

Hebrew I

Will enable students to approach the Hebrew Bible in its own language with some basic confidence and competence. Includes an introduction to the elements of grammar and syntax.

   

Winter

WF 9-10:50

Lester

   

S-WTS

BIBL 522

Hebrew II

A sequel to Hebrew I (prerequisite for this course), designed to develop one's ability to handle the original text through grammar and vocabulary and translation of assigned portions.

       

Spring

WF 9-10:50

Lester

TEDS

OT 503

Elementary Hebrew I

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

Fall Semester

A&B)TTh 8-9:15am; C)MW 9:30-10:45; D)TTh 9:30-10:45; E)T 7-9:30pm

A)Magary, B)Staff; C)Averbeck; D)Magary; E) Hall

       

TEDS

OT 504

Elementary Hebrew II

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

       

Spring Semester

Sections

Staff

TEDS

OT 602

Hebrew Exegesis

A)Averbeck, MW 7:35-9:15; B)Magary, MW 9:25-11:05; C) Younger, TTh 9:25-11:05; D) Beitzel, TTh 9:25-11:05

Fall

See description

See description

       

TEDS

OT 703

Hebrew Reading Skills

 

Fall

TTh 1-2

Magary

       


New Testament

I. Introductory

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTS

CH 321

Interpreting the Gospels

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

Fall

W 6:30-9:30

Liew

       

CTS

CH 325

Interpreting the Epistles

Offers an introduction to both the Pauline and non-Pauline corpus. In addition to reading selected letters in light of ancient epistolography and rhetorical practices, we will also pay attention to the historical situations of these letters.

       

Spring

T 9-12

Jennings

G-ETS

12-500

Introduction to New Testament

Introduction to the 27 New Testament documents in the light of various historical-critical methodologies as well as of other more recent theories of interpretation. 4 semester hours.

Fall semester

WF 8:45-10:45

Yeo

   

Spring semester

WF 8:45-10:45

Yeo

LSTC

B-331

Jesus and the Gospels

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

Fall

TTh 8:45-10:45

West

   

Spring

W 1-4:30

West

LSTC

B-332A/B

Life and Letters of Paul

Study of the unique character and thought of Paul in the context of the first-century world. Students will interpret Paul's letters and explore themes in his theology and ethics.

Fall

(A)M 6:30-9:30

Rossing

   

Spring

(B)W 1-4:30

Rossing

NBTS

NT 301-01

Matthew, Mark and Luke

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

   

Winter

T 7-9:40pm

Cosgrove

   

NBTS

NT 301-02

Matthew, Mark, Luke

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

   

Winter quarter

Th 1-3:40

Weiss

   

NBTS

NT 302-01

Paul and His Letters

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

       

Spring

T 7-9:40pm

Cosgrove

NBTS

NT 302-02

Paul and His Letters

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

       

Spring

Th 1-3:40

Cosgrove

NPTS

BIBL 5150

Interpreting the New Testament I

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

Fall Semester

TTh 8-9:25

Snodgrass

   

Spring Semester

online

Nystrom

NPTS

BIBL 5151

Interpreting the New Testament II

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

Fall

online

Phelan

   

Spring

TTh 8-9:25

Belleville

S-WTS

BIBL 550

New Testament I

 
       

Spring

WF 9-10:50

Adam

S-WTS

BIBL 551

New Testament II

 
   

Winter

TTh 1-2:50

Adam

   

TEDS

NT 500

Introduction to the New Testament

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

       

Spring Semester

W 6:30-10

StaffYarbrough

TEDS

NT 751

Hermeneutics

The science of biblical interpretation with examination and explanation of its various systems. The disciplines necessary in biblical interpretation come to be understood and developed through the use of selected passages of Scripture.

Fall Semester

MW 2:30-3:45

Osborne

       

TEDS

NT 761

New Testament Theology

 
       

Spring

MW 1-2:15

Osborne

II. Books of the New Testament

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTU

B4405

Gospel of Liturgical Year (Matthew)

A study of the context, structure, and major motifs of the Gospel of Matthew. Particular attention will be given to the evangelist's role as an interpreter of tradition and history for a community in transition. Prereq:

       

Spring

TTh 11:30-12:45

Nguyen

CTU

B4407

The Gospel According to John

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

       

Spring

MW 11:30-12:45

Reid

CTU

B4408

ACTS of the Apostles

 
       

Spring

S 8:30-11:15

Nguyen

CTU

B5305

Passion Narratives

 
       

Spring

Th 8:30-11:15

Reid

CTU

BC4403

The Gospel of Mark in Cross-Cultural Perspective

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

Fall quarter

TTh 11:30-12:45

Reid

       

G-ETS

12-621

James and Wisdom Literature

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

       

Spring

TTh 1:10-2:40

Yeo

G-ETS

12-814

The Gospel of Mark

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

       

Spring semester

F 9-12

Dodds

IPS

416-001

Gospel of John

Course favors an incarnational, sacramental reading of Fourth Gospel, which describes the Johannine Christians as a diverse, inclusive and just community of believers.

       

Spring

Th 9:20-11:50

Elsbernd

LSTC

B-599

Colossians and Ephesians

 

Fall

Th 1-4

Krentz

       

LSTC

B-627

Graduate Biblical Seminar: I Corinthians

 
       

Spring

T 1-4:30

Rossing

LSTC

B-640

Graduate Biblical Seminar: Mark and Cultural Anthropology

 

Fall

T 1-4:30

Rhoads

       

LSTC

B/M-471

Preaching the Gospel of John

 

Fall

T 1-4

Rossing, Satterlee

       

MTS

B 450

The Gospels

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

       

Spring

T 6-8:50

Lee

MTS

B 454

Gospel of John

Exegesis giving attention to content of the Gospel and 1 John, religious environment and community of the Gospel, affinities with Hellenistic and Jewish traditions, its place in developing thought of early church, significance of symbolic language.

Fall

T 9-11:50

Tanzer

       

MTS

B 460

The Epistles of Paul

Introduction to the seven Pauline letters most scholars agree are authentic to Paul, and to problems, methods, resources of understanding Paul, his letters, and his theology. Prereq: B 300.

Fall

W 2-4:50

Lee

       

MTS

B 489

Greek Exegesis III: Galatians

A Greek exegetical course involving translation and interpretation of Galatians. Emphasis will fall on historical context, literary features, rhetorical function and hermeneutical implications. Prereq: B 300 and Greek I and II or equiv.

       

Spring

M 9-11:50

Brawley

NBTS

NT 411

Romans

 

Fall

M 7-9:40

Das

       

NPTS

BIBL 5171

First and Second Timothy and Titus

Analysis of local church ministry as reflected in 1–2 Timothy and Titus. Focus on problems faced in pastoral ministry (e.g., heresy, worship order and roles, leadership qualifications, finances) with view to developing models for ministry today. 2 hours.

       

Spring

T 1:30-3:20

Belleville

TEDS

NT 550

English Bible: Pastoral Epistles

Demonstration of inductive Bible study method and treatment of the special teaching of a particular book or books of the New Testament, based on the English text.

       

Spring

Th 9:25-11:05

Nyquist

TEDS

NT 621

Synoptic Gospels and Johannine Literature

Survey of the Gospels, Johannine letters and book of Revelation, with more intensive study of selected texts and issues, including NT background, evaluation of critical approaches, historical reliability, theological themes. Prereq: NT Greek Exegesis.

Fall

TTh 8-9:15am

Schnabel

   

Spring

MW 9:30-10:45

Osborne

TEDS

NT 622

Acts, Pauline and General Epistles

A survey of the appointed books, with more intensive study of selected texts and issues, including: apostolic history; historicity and message of Acts; life, mission and theology of Paul; evaluation of letters in their relationship to apostolic history.

Fall

T 7-9:30pm

Osborne

   

Spring

TTh 8-9:15am

Yarbrough

TEDS

NT 704

Lukan Writings

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

Fall Semester

TTh 8-9:15am

Pao

       

TEDS

NT 706

Romans

Stress on theology of Paul, with consideration of distinctive emphases of the epistle: Paul's teaching on Judaism, salvation history, the power of sin, righteousness, the Holy Spirit, and the future of Israel. Prereq: reading knowledge of Greek.

Fall Semester

TTh 1-2:15

Osborne

       

III. Topics in New Testament

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTS

CH 429

Romans: A Theological/Political Reading

Course emphasizes social, political, and theological dimensions of the themes of justice (righteousness), legality (law), and loyalty (faith) crucial to Paul’s argument. Dialogue with theological exegesis (Luther, Barth) will inform our discussion.

Fall

W 6:30-9:30 pm

Jennings

       

CTS

CH 440

Apocalyptic Then and Now

Course will examine apocalyptic as both a literary genre and a social phenomenon within ancient Jewish and early Christian traditions as well as its development into the medieval and modern periods.

Fall

T 9-12

Liew, Sandoval

       

CTU

B4410

Christian Origins and the Pauline Mission

 

Fall

M 7-9:45

Brink

       

CTU

B4415i

Jesus in Historical Context

Taught in Israel.

Fall

TBA

Okoye

       

CTU

B5120

The Church in the New Testament

Seminar studies the diverse images of the church within the New Testament canon, focusing on their social-historical situations, self-understandings and ministerial structures.

       

Spring

M 1-3:45

Bowe

CTU

B5423

Jewish-Christian Relations

 
       

Spring

TBA

Sandmel, Menn

CTU

BC5002

Women in the Scriptures

 

Fall

W 1-3:45

Reid

       

G-ETS

12-613

The Thessalonian Correspondence

Study of redaction and situation of two letters to Thessalonica; emphasis on questions of authenticity, sequence, and modern interpretation. Relation between Paul's message in these earliest letters and problems of modern congregations. Prereq: 12-500.

Fall semester

M 12:45-3:45

Yeo

       

IPS

414-001

Spiritual Developments and the Gospel Narratives

Gospel narratives provide the training to see from a spiritual perspective.

Fall

W 4:15-6:45

Shea

       

LSTC

B-512

Jewish Christian Relations

 
       

Spring

T 8-10:45

Menn

LSTC

B-537

Advanced Exegesis: Parables of Jesus

"Teachings with a twist." Close reading of selected parables with attention to them as primary vehicle for Jesus' teaching; as they further the aims of the evangelists; as windows into the ancient world. Prereq: Intro Greek & Jesus and Gospels or equiv.

       

Spring

Th 1-4

West

MS

BI354

Christology of New Testament

This course will focus on the early Christian communities and their understanding of Jesus. We will examine Christologies of the communities and the titles for Jesus through which these Christologies were expressed.

Fall

TBA

McIlhone

       

MTS

B 463

Paul and the Politics of Difference

 
       

Spring

W 2-4:50

Lee

NBTS

NT 460

Worship in the Early Church

 
   

Winter

T 1-3:40

Cosgrove

   

NPTS

BIBL 6254

The Parables of Jesus

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

Fall semester

T 3:30–5:50

Snodgrass

       

TEDS

NT 600

Preaching from the New Testament

 

Fall Quad B

W 9:25-11:05

Roy, Yarbrough

   

Spring Quad A & Quad B

Sections

Staff

TEDS

NT 745

Intertestamental Period

 

Fall

MW 9:30-10:45

Pao

       

TEDS

NT 764

Pauline Theology

Seminar in the writings of Paul and recent writers on Paul to discover the nature and distinctives of Paulinism. Prereq: Reading knowledge of Greek.

       

Spring

M 9:25-11:05

Grindheim

TEDS

NT 778

New Testament Textual Criticism

 

Fall

W 9:25-11:05

Schnabel

       

TEDS

NT 845

Current Issues

Seminar examining aspects of New Testament theology that clarify some of its unique challenges and its contributions. Fall: Challenges to New Testament Theology; Spring: Theology of Prayer.

Fall

9/7-10, 13-16, 20-23 - 2:30-5

Balla

   

Spring

W 9:25-11:05

Pao

IV. New Testament Greek

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTU

B4400

Biblical Greek I

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

   

J Term

M-F 1-3:45

Brink

   

CTU

B5201

The Gospel of John from the Greek Text

A study of the Gospel of John with attention to its distinctive style and theology and to its overall structure and content. Prereq: elementary Greek. L

       

Spring

T 1-3:45

Bowe

G-ETS

12-541

Elementary Greek I

Essential forms and principles of New Testament Greek. Credit given upon satisfactory completion of both 12-541 and 12-542.

Fall semester

TTh 1-2:50

Kalantzis

       

G-ETS

12-542

Elementary Greek II

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

       

Spring semester

TTh 8:45-10:45

Dodds

LSTC

B-307A/B

Biblical Greek I

An introduction to Greek, designed to equip students to use the language in exegetical work.

Fall

(A)MTTh 8-9:20 (B) MTTh 1-2:20

(A)Brawley (B)West

       

LSTC

B-407

Intermediate Greek: Reading for the Lectionary

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

   

J Term

MTWTh 8:30-11

West

   

LSTC

BL-307C/D

Biblical Greek (Spanish)

 
   

J Term

(C)M-F 9-11:40

Pilarski

Spring

(D)MW 6-7:20

Pilarski

MS

BI303

Greek I

Consists of a careful study of the grammar and syntax of the Greek language with emphasis on New Testament usage. Prereq for BI304.

   

Winter

TBA

Dowd

   

MTS

B 324

Introduction to Greek Exegesis I

The first part of a nondivisible two-quarter sequence. An introduction to the principles of Greek grammar and vocabulary and to exegetical resources for studying the New Testament in its original language. Credit only upon completion of B 325.

Fall

MTh 9-10:20

Tanzer

       

MTS

B 325

Introduction to Greek Exegesis II

Completes introduction to Greek begun in B 324.

       

Spring

MTh 9-10:20

Tanzer

NBTS

BL 350

Greek I

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

Fall

TTh 4-5:30

Bailey

       

NBTS

BL 351

Greek II

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

   

Winter

TTh 4-5:30

Bailey

   

NBTS

BL 352

Greek Syntax and Exegesis

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

       

Spring

TTh 4-5:30

Bailey

NPTS

BIBL 5109

Beginning New Testament Greek I

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

Fall Semester

MWF 11-12:15 or 1-2:15

VonKamecke

       

NPTS

BIBL 5110

Beginning New Testament Greek II

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

       

Spring

MWF 11-12:15 or 1-2:15

VonKamecke

NPTS

BIBL 5111

Introduction to New Testament Greek Exegesis

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

Fall Semester

A)M 2:30-5:20; B)TTh 1:30-2:55

A)VonKamecke; B) Belleville

       

NPTS

BIBL 5112

New Testament Greek Readings

The course is designed to increase the facility of students to read and translate New Testament Greek. Pass/fail. Prereq: BIBL 5109 and 5110. 1 hour.

Fall Semester

TBA

Belleville

       

NPTS

BIBL 5113

New Testament Greek Readings

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

       

Spring

TBA

Belleville

TEDS

NT 401

Beginning Greek I

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

Fall Semester

A)MW 7:35-9:15am; B)TTh 9:25-11:05; C)MW 2:30-4:10

A)Jipp; B)Francis; C)Robles

       

TEDS

NT 402

Beginning Greek II

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

       

Spring Semester

A)MW 7:35-9:15am; B)TTh 9:25-11:05; C)MW 2:30-4:10

A)Jipp, B)Francis; C)Robles

TEDS

NT 491

Greek Review

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

Fall Semester

MW 2:30-3:45

Grindheim

       

TEDS

NT 503

New Testament Greek Exegesis I

Placement determined by NT Dept.

Fall

Sections

Staff

   

Spring

MW 2:30-3:45

Grindheim

TEDS

NT 504

New Testament Greek Exegesis II

 

Fall

MW 9:25-11:05

Yarbrough

   

Spring Quad A

Sections

Staff

TEDS

NT 505

New Testament Greek Exegesis III

 

Fall

M 9:25-11:05

Yarbrough

   

Spring Quad B

Sections

Staff

TEDS

NT 771

Advanced Greek Exegesis

 

Fall

M 9:25-11:05

Grindheim

       


Historical Studies

I. Introductory

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTS

CH 344

History of Christian Thought I: Foundations

A survey of significant theological, social, and political movements of the early Christian church through the late Middle Ages, focusing on the Western church.

Fall

T 2-5

Jennings

       

G-ETS

13-501A & B

History of Christian Thought & Practice I

Survey of key developments in Christian thought and practice from the post-apostolic period to the present. 4 semester hours.

Fall

A-TTh 9-10:30; B-MW 4-5:30

A. Phillips, B. Kalantzis

       

G-ETS

13-502A & B

History of Christian Thought & Practice II

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

       

Spring

A-TTh 9-10:30; B-MW 4-5:30

A-Pak; B-Murphy

LSTC

H-301A/B

Church History I

 

Fall

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

(A)Hendel, (B)Jurisson

       

LSTC

H-302A/B

Church History II

 
       

Spring

(A)M 8-10:50 (B)T 1-4

(A)Hendel, (B)Jurisson

MTS

H 300

Survey I

Surveys history of Christianity as a world movement by exploring the formation and development of major epochs: ancient, medieval, Reformation, modern.

Fall

Th 6-8:50

Sawyer

       

MTS

H 301

History Survey II

See description for History Survey I, MTS H 300.

       

Spring

W 6-8:50

Daniels

NBTS

CH 301 01

Early and Medieval Christianity

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

Fall

M 9-11:40

Blumhofer

       

NBTS

CH 301 02

Early and Medieval Christianity

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

Fall

Th 4-6:40

Sattler

       

NBTS

CH 302 01

Reformation and Modern Christianity

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

   

Winter

M 9-11:40

Blumhofer

   

NBTS

CH 302 02

Reformation and Modern Christianity

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

   

Winter

Th 4-6:40

Sattler

   

NPTS

HSTY 5200

Christian Heritage I: The Early and Medieval Church

Basic introduction to history of the Christian church from apostolic times through the Middle Ages, with emphasis on expansion of the church, persons, institutional growth, and theological development.

Fall Semester

M 8-9:50 & 11-12

Anderson

       

NPTS

HSTY 5201

Christian Heritage II: The Reformation and Modern Church

HSTY 5200 is continued in this study from the Reformation to the present. Special attention will focus on the institutional and theological diversity of the modern world church in its cultural settings.

       

Spring semester

M 8-9:50 & 11-12

Anderson

NPTS

HSTY 6210

Christian Tradition and Mission

This introductory course surveys the history of Christian life and thought from the early church to the present. Focusing on persons, events, and developing traditions, the course also examines the missional life of the Christian church. MACE & MACM only.

Fall Semester

M 8-9:50 & 11-12 or online

Peterson

       

S-WTS

HIST 500

History of Christian Life and Thought I

 

Fall

TTh 1-2:50

Adam

       

S-WTS

HIST 501

History of Christian Life and Thought II

 
       

Spring

TTh 1-2:50

Barker

S-WTS

HIST 502

History of Christian Life and Thought III

 
   

Winter

MW 1-2:50

Gooden

   

TEDS

CH 636

History of Christianity

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

Fall Semester

M 6:30-10

Woodbridge

   

Spring

TTh 9:25-11:05

manetsch

II. History of Particular Traditions

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTS

CH 367

History and Polity of the United Church of Christ

A study of the history, structure, theology, and practices of the United Church of Christ, including its antecedents: the Congregational Christian Churches and the Evangelical and Reformed Church. This course meets current UCC requirements for ordination.

       

Spring

Th 6:30-9:30 pm

Liang

CTS

CH 390a

United Methodist History

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

Fall

TBA

Percell

       

CTS

CH 390b

United Methodist Doctrine

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

   

"J" Term

TBA

Percell

   

CTS

CH 390c

United Methodist Polity

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

       

Spring

TBA

Percell

CTS

TEC 494

Native American Religious Traditions

Introduction to diversity of First Nation religious traditions in North America, especially Eastern Woodlands and Plains. Focus on common themes, cultural differences, stereotypes, cultural resilience, creativity, adaption and new religious movements.

       

Spring

M 6:30-9:30

Schneider

CTU

C4325A

Introduction to Judaism

 

Fall

W 8:30-11:15

Edwards

       

CTU

CH4310

History of the World Christian Movement in the 19th and 20th Centuries

 
       

Spring

TTh 10-11:15

Schroeder

CTU

SH4340

History and Spirituality of the Franciscan Movement

 
       

Spring

T 7-9:45

Cavazos-Gonzalez

G-ETS

13-676

Protestant Reformation & Its Medieval Context

Explores the historical, social, religious and theological developments in the history of Christianity from the late medieval period through the reformation era. Particular attention will be given to late-medieval scholasticism and religious culture.

Fall

Th 3-5:45

Pak

       

IPS

401-001

Theology and the Documents of Vatican II

Course will provide background on historical setting of the council, treatment of its major outcomes and shifts in theology, discipline and praxis that resulted, and survey of its core documents and post-conciliar development.

Fall

S 9-4 8/28,9/18,10/2,23,30,11/13 Romeoville

Miller

       

LSTC

H-360A/B

Lutheran Confessional Heritage

Introduction to the classical confessions of the Lutheran Reformation: their origins and relation to Scripture and creeds; their theological and practical content; their implications for Lutheran identity, pastoral practice, and ecclesiastical relations.

       

Spring

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

(A)Hendel (B)Jurisson

ML

H349 INT

Unitarian Universalist Polity

This course prepares students planning to seek UU ministerial fellowship status and UU ministry settlement to be familiar with the history and theory of congregational polity and its practice (and mispractice) in the UUA among its congregations. 1/2 Unit.

   

January Intensive

T 1:30-4:30

Hobart

   

ML

H440

Unitarian Universalist History

Examine themes in the history of the Unitarian and Universalist movements until their merger in 1961. Develop a deeper and more complex appreciation of the UU traditions. Students will be required to do original research.

       

Spring

Th 9-12

Grodzins

ML

H440-OL

Unitarian Universalist History

Examine themes in the history of the Unitarian and Universalist movements until their merger in 1961. Develop a deeper and more complex appreciation of the UU traditions. Students will be required to do original research.

       

Spring

TBD

Gradzins

MS

HI336

Byzantine Church History

A study of the Eastern Church's history from 325-1453 C.E. with focus on influence of culture, thought and institutions of the Byzantine Empire on the Eastern Orthodox Church.

Fall

TBA

Anderson

       

MS

HI366

American Catholicism: 1865-1965

The Catholic Church in the United States grew dramatically in the post-Civil War years. Major themes are the pastoral challenge of caring for millions of immigrants, the industrial society, Catholic response to social issues and Church developments.

   

Winter

TBA

Zielinski

   

MTS

H 434

American Presbyterianism

Survey using primary documents and historical interpretations to explore origins of institutions and issues within the contemporary church. Attention to revivals, doctrinal controversies, schisms, and reunions of 19th and 20th centuries.

       

Spring

T 9-11:50

Sawyer

MTS

H 471

Global Pentecostalism

A comparative study of the emergence and development of global Pentecostalism as an indigenous Christian movement in North America, Africa, and South America. Includes classical Pentecostalism, charismatic renewal, and African indigenous churches.

       

Spring

M 2-4:50

Daniels, Kalu

MTS

H 485H

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

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

       

Spring

Th 6-8:50

Rodríguez

MTS

H/MPM 403

The Black Church & Prophetic Tradition

 
       

Spring

T 6-8:50

Mullen

MTS

H/T 402

The Reformed Tradition

This course explores the history and theology of the Reformed tradition with a view to understanding its origins and development and its contemporary manifestations and relevance.

Fall

F 9-11:50

Sawyer, Case-Winters

       

NBTS

CH 360

History of the African American Religious Experience in America

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

   

Winter

T 4-6:40

Butler

   

NBTS

CH 428

History of Evangelicalism

 
       

Spring

M 9-11:40

Blumhofer

NPTS

HSTY 6255

African American Religious Experience in America

Examines history of religious life of African Americans, their relation to Protestantism and Roman Catholicism, and development of independent denominations, sects and cults.

       

Spring

Th 1:30-3:20

Joshua

NPTS

HSTY 7300

History and Theology of the Covenant Church

Study of the evangelical and pietistic tradition within which the Evangelical Covenant Church stands. Attention to Reformation and to historic and theological development of Pietism in Sweden and North America in 19th and 20th centuries.

       

Spring semester

TTh 8-9:25

Anderson

S-WTS

HIST 621

England in the Age of Reform

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

Fall

TTh 9-10:50

Charles

       

TEDS

CH 744

History of Christianity in the Middle Ages

 

Fall

MW 9:30-10:45

Manetsch

       

TEDS

OT 743B

Archaelogy and the Biblical World

 

Fall Semester

Th 2:40-5

Hoffmeier

       

III. History-Individuals

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

G-ETS

13/32-806

History of Christian Thought: Vocational Kinship in American Religious Women

Course will examine religious women's lives, their vocations in ministry, and will use a psychobiographical/historical approach informed by female psychology and historical methods.

Fall

W 8-10:45

Keller, Rector

       

LSTC

H-435

Theology of Luther

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

Fall

M 8-10:50

Hendel

       

MS

HI471

Martin Luther, Reformer

A study of the psychology, theology and ministerial style of the great reformer to seek what relevance it has for the Church today in both its attempts at reform and its ecumenical quest.

   

Winter

TBA

Meyer

   

MTS

H 401

Seminar on the Theology of John Calvin

Study of development of Calvin's thought in various editions of the Institutes. A look at his associations with other reformers to discern contours of his theology and aspects of continuity/differences between him and later forms of Calvinism.

       

Spring

Th 9-11:50

Sawyer

NPTS

HSTY 5137

Theology of Kierkegaard

Seminar study of selected writings of this significant 19th century Danish philosopher/theologian in their historical contexts. Two hours.

Fall semester

T 6:20-8:20

Anderson

       

TEDS

CH 753

Luther

 

Fall

MW 2:30-3:45

Manetsch

       

IV. American Church History

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTS

CH 480

American Civil Religion

The course will explore the structures and parameters of American Civil Religion by studying responses to its presence and influence found in the speeches, articles and addresses of significant Americans.

Fall

T 2-5

Speller

       

CTS

CH 485

Religion in America

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

       

Spring

W 6:30-9:30

Speller

IPS

404-001

Church History

An extensive overview of church history in the Roman Catholic tradition.

       

Spring

M 1-3:30

Athans

LSTC

H-350

American Lutheran Church History

A course focusing on Lutheranism in the United States and especially on the problem of unity and polarization among the various Lutheran traditions. The historical development is viewed against the broad background of Christianity in America.

Fall

W 1-4

Jurisson

       

MTS

H 462

American Presbyterism

Survey using primary documents and historical interpretations to explore origins of institutions and issues within the contemporary church. Attention to revivals, doctrinal controversies, schisms and reuions of 19th and 20th centuries.

       

Spring

T 9-11:50

Sawyer

S-WTS

HIST 605

The Episcopal Church in America (ECUSA)

 
       

Spring

WF 9-10:50

Gooden

TEDS

CH 675

Current Studies: 20th Century American Cultural History

 

Fall

TTh 1:40-2:55

Gundlach, B

       

TEDS

CH 736

American Church History

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

Fall

TTh 9:25-11:05

Manetsch

   

Spring Semester

MW 9:30-10:45

Woodbridge

TEDS

CH 784

Advanced Study in American Christianity

 
       

Spring

M 2:30-5

Sweeney

TEDS

CH 845B

Current Issues: History of Preaching

 
       

Spring

MW 2:30-4:15

Larsen

V. Topics in Church History

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTU

C4002

Abraham's Children: Jews, Christians and Muslims

 
       

Spring

M 7-9:45

Alexander

CTU

CH4302

Earliest Christian Traditions in Asia

 

Fall

MW 8:30-9:45

Kaserow

       

CTU

FT4000

Tradition: Sources through History

 

Fall

T 7-9:45

Quantz, Schroeder

   

Spring

M 8:30-11:15

Quantz, Schroeder

CTU

H4000

Historical Studies Elective

 

Fall

W 7-9:45

TBA

       

CTU

H4300

Byzantine Influences through Church History

 

Fall

S 8:30-11:15

Quantz

       

CTU

H4310

The Divine Comedy and the World of Dante

 
       

Spring

MW 2:30-3:45

Quantz

CTU

H5050

Local Church History: An Interdisciplinary Method for Narrative Scholarship

 
       

Spring

T 1-3:45

Quantz

G-ETS

13-542

Judaism in the Early Christian History

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

       

Spring

T 1:10-2:40

Schaalman

G-ETS

13-602

History Topics: Medieval Female Mystics

Exploration of topics and periods in the history of Christianity. May be repeated.

Fall

T 6:15-9:15

Pak

       

G-ETS

13-610

Spener and Pietism's Efforts at Church Renewal

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

   

J term

MWF 8-12:30 & TTh 8-11 & W 1:30-3:30

Stein

   

G-ETS

13-626

Hermeneutics in Early Christianity: 16th Century The Reformers and the Bible

Class will explore and study biblical exegesis of Martin Luther, John Calvin, Ulrich Zwingli and Philip Melanchthon through study of principles, biblical commentaries and use of key secondary sources.

       

Spring

M 6:15-9:15

Pak

G-ETS

13-645

African American Ministry: Addressing Historical Challenges

Central issues faced by black clergy as they have sought through the centuries to develop a viable ministry through the church.

Fall

Th 6:15-9:15pm

Murphy

       

LSTC

H-605

Graduate Historical Seminar: Historiography & Method

 

Fall

T 1-4

Jurrison

       

MS

CL320

The Spiritual Life of the Fathers (History of Spirituality: Patristic Era)

Course will study spiritual masters such as Clement of Alexandria, Origen, Gregory of Nyssa, Ambrose and Jerome and discuss how their spiritual insights show inherent connection between spirituality and theology and the human's relation to God.

   

Winter

TBA

Fuller

   

MS

SY323

English Catholic Writers

Examination of the genius of English Catholicism through direct reading of some of the great texts, both literary and theological, of certain famous English Catholics.

   

Winter

TBA

Oakes

   

S-WTS

HIST 631

Dante: The Divine Comedy

 

Fall

M 6:30-9:30

Dally

       

S-WTS

HIST 668

Mission in the Anglican Communion

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

   

Winter

Th 9-11:50

Potter

   

TEDS

CH 712

Christian Thought Integration Seminar

 
       

Spring

W 12:45-2:25

Manetsch

TEDS

CH 765

Protestant Thought in 19th Century America

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

Fall

Th 2:30-5

Sweeney

       

TEDS

CH 786

Colloquium in Historical Methods I

 

Fall

T 2:30-3:30

Manetsch, Sweeney

       

TEDS

CH 787

Colloquium in Historical Methods II

 
       

Spring

T 2:30-3:30

Sweeney, Manetsch

TEDS

CH 845A

Current Issues: Sin & Confession in Early Modern Europe

 
       

Spring Semester

W 8:30-11

Manetsch

TEDS

CH 845C

Current Issues: Global Church History

 
       

Spring

MW 8-9:15am

Cook



Theological Studies

I. Introductory and Foundational

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTS

TEC 307

Systematic Theology

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

       

Spring

W 6:30-9:30

Terrell

CTS

TEC 482

Guatemala Spanish Language and Latin American Immersion

This 25-day course offers intensive Spanish language study and an introduction to contemporary Christianity in a Latin American context through readings and meetings with church leaders in Guatemala. Limited to 6 students.

   

J Term

Jan 4-29

Sandoval

   

CTS

TEC 500

Interpretation

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

   

J Term

Jan 3-7 M-F 9-5

Jennings

   

CTU

C4320

Introduction to Islam

Introduction to salient features of Islam, the faith tradition of nearly one-fifth of humanity. Topics: life of Muhammad(s); Qur'an and hadith; the 5 pillars; Islamic law and theology; sectarianism; mystical Islam; contemporary Muslim renewal and reform.

Fall

MW 11:30-12:45

Alexander

       

CTU

D4001

Doing Systematic Theology

 
       

Spring

MW 1-2:15

TBA

CTU

D4201

Ecclesiology

 

Fall

M 7-9:45

Ryan

   

Spring

TTh 11:30-12:45

TBA

CTU

FA4000

Art of Doing Theology: Theological Methods

 

Fall

W 1-3:45

Bergant, Frohlich

   

Spring

W 8:30-11:15

Bergant, Frohlich

CTU

P2100

History of Ancient Philosophy

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

Fall

M 6:30-9:15

Fayle

       

CTU

P2180

Philosophy for Future Theologians

Traces history of relationship between theology and philosophy. Studies impact of key philosophical thinkers on methods and history of theology. Introduces students to growing convergence between philosophers and theologians in contemporary issues.

Fall

Sa 8:30-11:15

Fayle

       

CTU

P2220

Logic and Critical Thinking

 

Fall

T 1-3:45

Kamalick

       

CTU

P2300

Philosophical Ethics

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

Fall

W 1-3:45

Start

       

G-ETS

21-504

Introduction to Basic Christian Thought

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

   

J Term

MWF 8-12:30 & TTh 8-11 &W 1:30-3:30

D. Vogel

   

G-ETS

21-505

Systematic Theology

Develops basic understanding of key doctrinal themes such as Trinity, Christology, Pneumatology, Soteriology, ecclesiology, anthropology, creation, and eschatology. Students will also be introduced to basic theological questions. Prereq: 11,12

Fall semester

MW 4-5:30

Young

   

Spring semester

TTh 1:10-2:40

Bedford

G-ETS

90-901 PhD

Biblical & Theological Hermeneutics

Course will familiarize students with diverse modes of biblical interpretations in both church and academy in order to become more critically aware of reading practices and more accomplished readers of biblical texts.

Fall

W 1:15-3:50

Phillips, Rector, Young

       

IPS

400-001

Christology

Course will study the speculations and formulations concerning the person of Christ and the redemptive incarnation from the early fathers and councils up to and including modern times.

       

Spring

M 9:20-11:50

Reynolds

IPS

502-001

Theology of the Developing Person

Course seeks to help students think theologically about human personhood. Offers students a theological anthropology presented with developmental considerations. Seeks to offer a theological dialog partner for psychological perspectives on development.

       

Spring

T 9:20-11:50

Schmidt

IPS

530-001

Introduction to Religion and Theological Engagement

Course will explore evolution of religions. Students will learn interdisciplinary approach to study of religion and develop a theological understanding of the religious dimension of human experience and God's saving will.

Fall

Th 7-9:30

Ludwig

       

IPS

531-001

Theology and the Question of God

Introduction to historical and systematic Christian theology.

       

Spring

Th 7-9:30

Ludwig

LSTC

M/T-450

Constructive Theology (Senior Seminar)

 
       

Spring

W 8-10:50

Westhelle

LSTC

T-305A/B

Systematic Theology I

Exposes students to classic theological statements in Catholic Christianity and in the Lutheran tradition. Also addresses the global and multicultural mission of the church and how Christian and Lutheran identity is defined by context. Double course.

Fall

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

(A)Jackelen (B)Rodriguez

       

LSTC

T-306A/B

Systematic Theology II

 
       

Spring

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

(A)Rodriguez (B)Jackelen

ML

TS435/535

Losing Bodies, Saving Souls: Foundations and Critical Study of Liberal Theology I

Explore how experiences of social dislocation caused by the rise and fall of empires redefines the nature and meaning of the link between God and humans in the West. Texts include works by Paul, Augustine, Luther, Calvin, Servetus, Descartes and Troeltsch

Fall

T 9-12

Thandeka

       

MTS

I 478

Seminar in Research Methods

For Masters students. Teaches "how to" of effective argumentation; examines and critiques models of methodologies from the various fields. Students will develop and refine research proposals. Prereq: coursework in three fields.

Fall

Th 9-11:50

Caldwell

       

MTS

T 300

Introduction to Christian Theology

Introduction to contents, methods, and resources of coherent and responsible Christian thinking. Attention to understanding and interpreting basic Christian doctrines.

       

Spring

T 5-9

Case-Winters, Rivera

NBTS

IN 303

Research Methodology

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

Fall

Th 7-9:40

Mariottini

       

NBTS

TH 301 01

Christian Theology I

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

 

M 7–9:40 p.m.

 

Winter

T 4-6:40

Sharp

   

NBTS

TH 301 02

Christian Theology I

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

   

Winter

T 7-9:40pm

Callahan

   

NBTS

TH 302-01

Christian Theology II

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

       

Spring

M 1-3:40

Sharp

NBTS

TH 302-02

Christian Theology II

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

       

Spring

T 7-9:40

Callahan

NPTS

THEO 5200

Introduction to Theological Method

An introduction to theology with the goal of giving students the tools necessary to benefit from the subject matter of subsequent courses in systematic theology. 2 hours.

Fall Semester

T 10:35-12:35

Clifton-Soderestrom

   

Spring Semester

Internet course

Clifton-Soderstrom

NPTS

THEO 5330

Survey of Christian Doctrine

Survey major doctrines of Christian faith. Equip students to know how doctrines use scripture, tradition and cultural forms in their construction and expression. MACE & MACM only. 3 hrs.

Fall Semester

MW 8:30-9:50

Laytham

       

NPTS

THEO 6330

Theological Foundations

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

Fall Semester

A)TTh 10:35-12:10; B) online

A)Laytham; B)Clifton-Soderstrom

       

S-WTS

BIBL 671

Biblical Theology

 
       

Spring

TTh 3-4:50

Adam

S-WTS

THEO 500

Systematic Theology

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

Fall

MW 1-3:30

Wondra

       

TEDS

IG 411

Theological French I

 

Fall

M 5:30-8:00

Klauber

       

TEDS

IG 412

Theological French II

 
       

Spring

M 5:30-8

Klauber

TEDS

IG 511

Latin: I

An introduction to Latin vocabulary, grammar and the reading of Latin texts.

Fall Semester

TTh 8-9:05

Ott

       

TEDS

IG 710

Theological Research Methods

 

Fall

M 12:45-2:25

Compton

   

Spring

T 12:45-2:25

Krapohl

TEDS

PR 722

Theism

Study in the existence and nature of God with emphasis on theistic arguments (ontological, cosmological, teleological, and moral) and on the internal coherence of the divine attributes such as necessity, omnipotence, and omniscience.

       

Spring

F 1-8:30 S 8:30-12, 2/18-19, 3/17-18, 4/22-23

Yandell

TEDS

ST 601

Theology I: Introduction to Theology

This course begins by clarifying the nature, method and necessity of theology. Discussion then moves to the doctrine of Scripture, including revelation, inspiration, illumination and inerrancy.

Fall Semester

Sections

Cole, Vanhoozer, Coppedge

   

Spring

MW 8-9;15am

Fields

TEDS

ST 602

Theology II: Christ, Man, Sin and Salvation

 
       

Spring

A)MW 1-2:15; B)TTh 2:30-3:45

A)Staff; B)McCall

TEDS

ST 603

Theology III: Holy Spirit, Church and Last Things

Course begins with study of the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Focus shifts to the doctrine of the church. The course concludes with a treatment of the Last Things in relation to individuals and in relation to the church, Israel and the nations.

Fall Semester

Th 7-9:30

Fields

   

Spring

TTh 1-2:15

Finke

TEDS

ST 751

Hermeneutics

The science of biblical interpretation with examination and explanation of its various systems. The disciplines necessary in biblical interpretation come to be understood and developed through the use of selected passages of Scripture.

Fall Semester

MW 2:30-3:45

Osborne

       

II. Particular Individuals or Traditions

Sch/Cs #

Title/Description

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

CTS

TEC 489

Christianity and Confucianism

An exploration into the relationship between the two traditions, considering the historical, textual and religious.

   

J Term

Jan 17-21 M-F 9-5

Seo

   

CTU

D4320

Mary and the Christian Tradition

 
       

Spring

TTh 10-11:15

Warsey

CTU

D5100

Catholic Theology in the 20th Century

 

Fall

TTh 11:30-12:45

O'Meara

       

CTU

D5205

Theology of Karl Rahner

A seminar treating the major themes of Rahner's theology with particular emphasis on the philosophical orientation that shapes this style of theological reflection.

       

Spring

M 8:30-11:15

Hayes

G-ETS

21-834

Theology of Howard Thurman

Systematic study of central theological motifs in Thurman’s thought; attention to his theological methods in the understanding of mysticism, God, self, Christology, eschatology, evil, community and the spirituals. Prereq: 21-502 and 21-503.

Fall

M 12:45-3:45

Young

       

G-ETS

21/34-837

Wesleyan Theology and Spirituality

Examination of the practical theology of John Wesley aqnd reflection upon its significance for Christian living and ministry.

       

Spring

Th 3-5:45

Campbell

LSTC

T-434

Theology of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

An in-depth analysis of the theology and praxis of Martin Luther King Jr., wrestling with the philosophical and theological principles he employed and their relevance in today's theological marketplace.

       

Spring

M 2:30-5:30

Perry, Echols

LSTC

W-429

Jesus and Muhammad

 

Fall

W 6:30-9:30

Vogelaar, Aasi

       

ML

M431/531INT

From Faith Communities to Virtuous Institutions

Course addresses the social, symbolic and institutional dimensions of American religious life.

   

Jan 24-28

TBA

Pangerl

   
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