Psychodiagnostics - 2.00 Hours
This course is designed to provide students with theoretical categories, concepts, and methods for organizing client diagnostic material that will be useful in case conceptualization, treatment planning, the development of measurable treatment outcomes and lethality assessment. Students will gain experience in psychodiagnosis of common client behaviors such as mood disorders, trauma, and relationship dysfunction.
CO5510-01 - Residential
Stephanie Wielgosz
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Monday | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Professional, Ethical, & Legal Studies - 3.00 Hours
This course focuses on professional issues, both legal and ethical, that surround the counseling field. Attention is given to the development of professional identity, the standard of professional conduct, relevant codes of ethics, current statutes and the requirements for licensure.
CO5580-01 - Residential
Dr. William Richardson
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Tuesday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Couples and Family Counseling I - 2.00 Hours
This course provides a broad understanding of marriage and family theories and a systematic approach to conceptualizing and counseling with families and couples. Students will gain an acquaintance with the emergence of systems counseling as a discipline within the field of psychology, with a broad introduction to the study of the family as a culturally influenced, ongoing, interacting social system and with an awareness of central conceptual and therapeutic issues of importance to counselors.
CO5590-01 - Residential
Dr. William Richardson
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Thursday | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Couples and Family Counseling II - 3.00 Hours
This course provides a broad understanding of conceptualizations, intervention techniques, and skills used in couples counseling. Attention will be given to diverse issues and concerns addressed by couples counseling.
CO5600-01 - Residential
Dr. Mike Hillerman
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
PracticumSection II - 3.00 Hours
Practicum begins the M.A.C.
clinical course sequence whereby students,
under supervision, meet with clients in various
settings and apply helping skills, biopsychosocial
assessment, theoretical case conceptualization,
counseling interventions and ethical principles
to helping interactions with persons enrolled in
counseling. These experiences provide opportunities
for students to counsel clients who represent
the ethnic and demographic diversity of their
community. Students must complete supervised
counseling experiences that total a minimum of 100
clock hours over a full academic term, of which 40
clock hours must be direct face-to-face counseling.
CO5680-J1 - Residential
Dr. Mike Hillerman
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
PracticumSection 1 - 3.00 Hours
Practicum begins the M.A.C. clinical course sequence whereby students, under supervision, meet with clients in various settings and apply helping skills, biopsychosocial assessment, theoretical case conceptualization, counseling interventions and ethical principles to helping interactions with persons enrolled in counseling. These experiences provide opportunities for students to counsel clients who represent the ethnic and demographic diversity of their community. Students must complete supervised counseling experiences that total a minimum of 100 clock hours over a full academic term, of which 40 clock hours must be direct face-to-face counseling.
CO5680-01 - Residential
Dr. Mike Hillerman
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
| 12:00 AM - 12:05 PM
History of Christianity II - 3.00 Hours
A continuation of HT5200, concentrating on great leaders of the church in the modern period of church history from the Reformation to the 19th century.
HT5200-03 - Residential
Dr. John Fesko
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Wednesday | 1/29/2024 - 3/6/2024 | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wednesday | 3/20/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gospels - 3.00 Hours
Attention is given to each writer’s literary art, theological teaching, pastoral purpose, and message for today’s church and world.
NT5200-01 - Residential
Dr. Benjamin Gladd
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Monday | 1/29/2024 - 3/4/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Monday | 3/18/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Acts/Romans - 2.00 Hours
A study of Acts and Paul’s Epistle to the Romans that emphasizes both the original meaning and the modern meaning.
NT5250-01 - Residential
Dr. Guy Waters
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Thursday | 1/29/2024 - 3/7/2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday | 3/21/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hebrews-Revelation - 3.00 Hours
An introduction the General Epistles and Revelation that includes the history, setting, theme, purpose, and message of each book.
NT5350-03 - Residential
Dr. Benjamin Gladd
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Tuesday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
New Testament Foundations - 3.00 Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to RTS Jackson's MA in Counseling degree program This course is designed for counseling students. It will provide a basic introduction to the New Testament.
NT5500-01 - Residential
Dr. Benjamin Gladd
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Wednesday | 1/29/2024 - 3/6/2024 | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wednesday | 3/20/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hermeneutics - 3.00 Hours
Emphasis will be placed upon the relationship of the OT and the NT. Background hermeneutical issues will also be covered, including the role of the interpreter, the use of creeds and confessions in interpretation, and the relationship between original meaning and modern meaning.
ON5100-03 - Residential
Dr. Benjamin Gladd
Dr. Josh Malone
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Wednesday | 1/29/2024 - 3/6/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday | 3/20/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hebrew II (Remote) - 3.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT VIA ZOOM AND IS REMOTE LIVE.
Prerequisite: OT5100
A continuation of OT5100
(Campuses:00|01|02|03|04|05|06|09|11)
OT5125-02 - Remote Live
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Tuesday | 1/29/2024 - 3/5/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday | 3/19/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Genesis-Deuteronomy - 3.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
JAN. 26-27; FEB. 9-10, 23-24; AND MARCH 8-9.
This course takes an expository approach to the major developments in the history of redemption: creation, covenant, promise, and fulfillment of the promises. This portion of the biblical revelation covers the period from Adam and Even in the Garden of Eden to the second giving of the Law.
OT5200-01 - Residential
Dr. Richard Belcher
1/26/2024 - 3/9/2024
Friday | 1/26/2024 - 1/26/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday, Saturday | 1/27/2024 - 1/27/2024 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday | 2/9/2024 - 2/9/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday | 2/10/2024 - 2/10/2024 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday | 2/23/2024 - 2/23/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday | 2/24/2024 - 2/24/2024 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday | 3/8/2024 - 3/8/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday | 3/9/2024 - 3/9/2024 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Poets - 2.00 Hours
An examination of the literary structure, themes, and history of the Psalms and wisdom literature of the Old Testament.
OT5300-02 - Residential
Dr. Scott Redd
3/11/2024 - 3/13/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Biblical Aramaic - 2.00 Hours
An introduction to the language of Biblical Aramaic, including basic grammar, syntax, and vocabulary (2 credit hours). Prerequisites: Hebrew 1, Hebrew 2, and significant levels of enthusiasm and excitement!
OT6105-02 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Wednesday | 1/29/2024 - 3/6/2024 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday | 3/20/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Exegesis in the OT II - 2.00 Hours
This course constitutes an intense exegetical study of a discrete portion of the Old Testament such as the book of Judges, the life of David, the Elijah narratives, Song of Songs, etc. Prerequisites include Hebrew 1, Hebrew 2, and Hebrew Exegesis.
OT6120-01 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
2/2/2024 - 4/26/2024
Friday | 2/2/2024 - 2/2/2024 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Friday | 3/1/2024 - 3/1/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 3/29/2024 - 3/29/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 4/12/2024 - 4/12/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 4/26/2024 - 4/26/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Career & Lifestyle Development - 3.00 Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the MAC program or consent of the instructor.
An examination of major theories of career selection and development, the philosophical and theological underpinnings of career. Students explore the decision-making process of careers, vocational assessment instruments, lifestyle planning, career consultation and the theology of
vocation and work. Students practice the administration and interpretation of selected vocational tests and are encouraged to analyze their own career development in the light of the theories and assessment devices.
PSY5140-01 - Residential
Katie Majeste
2/16/2024 - 4/13/2024
Friday, Saturday | 2/16/2024 - 2/17/2024 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday, Saturday | 3/1/2024 - 3/2/2024 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday, Saturday | 4/12/2024 - 4/13/2024 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Application of Counseling & Theology - 1.00 Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to MAC program, and completion of PSY5280 Practicum and at least one semester of PSY5290 Counseling Internship
This course is designed to help students integrate and consolidate their thinking and positions on a variety of issues related to counseling. It will also familiarize students with critical issues and counseling professionals in the Christian and secular counseling worlds. The intent is to prepare students to be able to respond to commonly asked questions they may have to field in job interviews, and from referral sources or clients.
PSY5270-01 - Residential
Dr. Mike Hillerman
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Tuesday | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Counseling Internship - 3.00 Hours
Prerequisite: Consent of the MAC clinical director, and PSY5280
Internship is a repeating professional/clinical practice course in the RTS MAC curriculum. Internship is part of the MAC clinical sequence whereby students, under supervision, meet with clients in various settings and apply helping skills, biopsychosocial assessment, theoretical case conceptualization, counseling interventions and ethical principles to helping interactions with persons enrolled in counseling. To be eligible for graduation, students must successfully complete three PSY654 Internship courses, ordinarily in three consecutive terms, and students must complete supervised counseling experiences that total at least 900 clock hours in their combined Internship courses, of which at least 360 clock hours must be direct face-to-face counseling.
PSY5290-01 - Residential
Dr. William Richardson
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 12:00 AM - 12:01 AM
Communication II - 2.00 Hours
Prerequisite: PT5125
A continuation of Communication I. This course continues to develop the skills required for interpreting and communicating the Bible. Special emphasis is given to sermon composition, including its constituent parts, as well as to the different ecclesial contexts of sermon delivery (e.g., wedding, funerals).
PT5150-02 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Thursday | 1:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Preaching Lab II - 2.00 Hours
Preaching Lab II
Prerequisite: PT5150
Students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other non-ministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.
PT5175-04 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Wednesday | 1/29/2024 - 3/6/2024 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday | 3/20/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Pastoral Ministry - 2.00 Hours
This course will lay the foundations of a biblical theology of the pastor in relation to the church and the world. Students will begin to formulate a philosophy of ministry, assess readiness, and attain progress in their calling. A variety of pastoral skills and competencies will be included.
PT5250-01 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Tuesday | 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Worship - 2.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL ONLY MEET 8 TIMES DURING THE SEMESTER.
The purpose of this course is to provide students with the biblical foundations for worship. This course will convince students that gathered worship is legitimate, necessary, important, and should be conducted biblically in both form and content. In addition, the course will address the crucial matters of music, congregational singing, contextualization, “worship styles”, and more. The goal is to prepare students to be biblical worshippers, to help others be biblical worshippers, and to be effective leaders in worship.
PT5300-03 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Thursday | 8:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Classics of Personal Devotion - 1.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE ONLY MEETS FOUR TIMES DURING THE SEMESTER. CHECK SYLLABUS FOR DATES.
Devotional writings from the history of the church, as well as from more contemporary Christians, are read and discussed to deepen the student's knowledge of and love for God.
PT5400-03 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
2/5/2024 - 4/29/2024
Monday | 2/5/2024 - 2/5/2024 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Monday | 3/4/2024 - 3/4/2024 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Monday | 4/1/2024 - 4/1/2024 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Monday | 4/29/2024 - 4/29/2024 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Field Ed Seminar - 0.00 Hours
Prerequisite: 400 hours of field education experience
This seminar provides opportunity for theological reflection and discussion of problems, needs, and experiences in ministry. Students are required to write papers about their field experiences and present them to the class for discussion led by the professor. This may be taken in the fall or spring semester.
PT5905-03 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
3/22/2024 - 3/22/2024
Friday | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
ST:Christology, Soteriology, Eschatology - 3.00 Hours
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Christology, Soteriology, and Eschatology.
ST5200-03 - Residential
Dr. John Fesko
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Tuesday | 1/29/2024 - 3/5/2024 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tuesday | 3/19/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Covenant Theology - 2.00 Hours
An examination of covenant theology from exegetical and historical perspectives. Consideration is given to such issues as the relation of the Old and New Testaments, the significance of the covenants for sacramental theology, and the hermeneutics of Dispensationalism and Theonomy. Emphasis is placed on the role of the biblical doctrine of the covenants in preaching and pastoral ministry.
ST5300-02 - Residential
Dr. J. Ligon Duncan
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Monday | 1/29/2024 - 3/4/2024 | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Monday | 3/18/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Apologetics - 2.00 Hours
Students examine the various approaches to apologetic methodology and engage the most frequently raised objections to the Christian faith.
ST5450-01 - Residential
Dr. Josh Malone
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Monday | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Christ, Culture & Contextualization - 2.00 Hours
This course will explore a biblical theology of culture from a Reformed perspective, exaluate different models for Christian cultural engagement, and develop a biblical perspective on the principles and practice of contexualization. Attention will be given to the application of cultural analysis and contextualization in church ministry.
ST5600-02 - Residential
Dr. Josh Malone
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Topics in Covenant Theology - 2.00 Hours
This course will be a reading of major works under the loci of covenant theology from systematic, historical, and exegetical perspectives along with an individual assignment on a divergent perspective on covenant theology.
ST6132-J1 - Residential
Dr. Guy Waters
1/30/2024 - 5/3/2024
Tuesday | 1/30/2024 - 3/5/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday | 3/19/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Counseling & Helping RelationshipSkills - 3.00 Hours
This course provides systematic training in fundamental helping skills, i.e., active listening, essential interviewing, case-conceptualization, and consultation skills. Course content will centrally focus on both (1) an evidence-based, three-stage model of behavior change and the rudimentaty helping skills incorporated in that model and, (2) an evidence-based understanding of effective counselorbehavioral characteristics. Course concepts and skills will be considered, critiqued, and utilized from the perspective of a biblical worldview. Also, these helping skills and effective counselor behaviors will be considered in terms of both face-to-face and technology-assisted helping relationships. Core ethical issues (confidentiality, therapist competence, client consent, collaboration, and multicultural competence) will be introduced commensurate with topics and skills addressed.
CO5500-J1 - Residential
Dr. William Richardson
6/18/2024 - 8/9/2024
Tuesday, Thursday | 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Assessment and Testing - 3.00 Hours
This course teaches the use and application of tests and measurements in diagnosis and assessment of intrapersonal, interpersonal, and familial characteristics and functioning. Test content, validity, reliability, purpose, limitations, ethics, and administration are compared and evaluated. Stress is placed on the interpretation of test results to the client population.
CO5560-J1 - Residential
Katie Majeste
7/2/2024 - 8/2/2024
Tuesday, Wednesday | 7/2/2024 - 7/3/2024 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday, Friday | 7/18/2024 - 7/19/2024 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday, Friday | 8/1/2024 - 8/2/2024 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Research and Program Evaluation - 3.00 Hours
This course provides an introduction to research design and statistical methodologies. The process of conducting psychological research is covered with attention given to appropriate application to professional practice, and to helping students become informed consumers of research.
CO5570-J1 - Residential
Drake Terry
6/18/2024 - 8/9/2024
Monday, Wednesday | 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Theory and Practice of Counseling - 3.00 Hours
This course surveys primary current theoretical approaches to psychotherapy and demonstrates how theory relates to the practice of Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Counseling. The historical components of these theories are examined for their continuing impact on the delivery of mental health services.
CO5610-J1 - Residential
Dr. Branden Henry
6/21/2024 - 7/26/2024
Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Crisis & Trauma-Informed Counseling - 3.00 Hours
This course
examines the specialty of community counseling,
including crisis situations and the impact of
trauma. The course will be shaped by three major
components: (1) the study of community counseling
theory and practice, (2) a theoretical and practical
study of crisis situations, and (3) the study of the
impact of trauma including case conceptualization
and treatment models. The format of the course
will allow each student the opportunity to apply
his/her academic talents, life experiences, clinical
background, and Christian worldview to the
counseling profession.
CO5650-J1 - Residential
Dr. Mike Hillerman
6/24/2024 - 8/7/2024
Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 6/24/2024 - 6/28/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Monday | 7/1/2024 - 7/1/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 7/8/2024 - 7/12/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Monday, Wednesday | 7/15/2024 - 8/7/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Greek I - 3.00 Hours
An introductory study concentrating on basic vocabulary and analysis of the grammar of New Testament Greek.
NT5100-J2 - Residential
Chris Stevens
7/29/2024 - 8/16/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Greek I - 3.00 Hours
An introductory study concentrating on basic vocabulary and analysis of the grammar of New Testament Greek.
NT5100-J1 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
6/18/2024 - 7/5/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Greek II - 3.00 Hours
This course continues the study of grammar, builds vocabulary, and develops techniques for the exposition of the Greek text.
NT5125-J1 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
7/8/2024 - 8/9/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Hebrew I - 3.00 Hours
This course introduces basic elements of the Hebrew language. Lectures and small group sessions cover the Hebrew alphabet, pronunciation, and elementary grammatical structures.
OT5100-J1 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
6/18/2024 - 7/5/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hebrew II - 3.00 Hours
A continuation of OT5100.
OT5125-J1 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
7/8/2024 - 8/9/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
History of Christianity I - 3.00 Hours
This general introduction to Christianity in the early and medieval periods focuses on key Christian doctrines, ancient creeds, and great leaders from Justin Martyr to Martin Luther who made contributions of lasting significance to the Christian Church.
HT5100-J1 - Residential
Dr. John Fesko
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Monday | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Greek II - 3.00 Hours
This course continues the study of grammar, builds vocabulary, and develops techniques for the exposition of the Greek text.
NT5125-J1 - Residential
Chris Stevens
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Greek Exegesis - 2.00 Hours
By studying the text of selected passages students learn grammatical analysis, apply hermeneutical principles, and develop exegetical skills
NT5150-J1 - Residential
Dr. Guy Waters
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Thursday | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Gospels - 3.00 Hours
Attention is given to each writer’s literary art, theological teaching, pastoral purpose, and message for today’s church and world.
NT5200-J1 - Residential
Dr. Bob Cara
9/12/2024 - 11/1/2024
Thursday | 9/12/2024 - 9/12/2024 | 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday | 9/13/2024 - 9/13/2024 | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday | 9/26/2024 - 9/26/2024 | 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday | 9/27/2024 - 9/27/2024 | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday | 10/17/2024 - 10/17/2024 | 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday | 10/18/2024 - 10/18/2024 | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday | 10/31/2024 - 10/31/2024 | 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday | 11/1/2024 - 11/1/2024 | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Pauline Epistles - 3.00 Hours
An exposition of the epistles in chronological order that emphasizes the application of Paul’s theology to the pastoral needs of the churches of his day and ours.
NT5300-J1 - Residential
Dr. Guy Waters
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Readings in Biblical Languages - 1.00 Hours
Students will read up to thirty (30) hours in the biblical languages in any combination desired – Hebrew, Greek, and/or Aramaic. During weekly class meetings, students will report on reading schedule, ask questions, and/or share any theologically significant observations from their work.
ON6101-J1 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Genesis - Deuteronomy - 3.00 Hours
This course takes an expository approach to the major developments in the history of redemption: creation, covenant, promise, and fulfillment of the promises. This portion of the biblical revelation covers the period from Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden to the second giving of the Law.
OT5200-J1 - Residential
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Poets - 2.00 Hours
An examination of the literary structure, themes, and history of the Psalms and wisdom literature of the Old Testament.
OT5300-J1 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
8/30/2024 - 11/8/2024
Friday | 8/30/2024 - 8/30/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 9/6/2024 - 9/6/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 10/25/2024 - 10/25/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 11/8/2024 - 11/8/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Old Testament Foundations - 3.00 Hours
This course is designed for counseling students. It will provide a basic introduction to the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible).
OT5500-J1 - Residential
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Communication I - 2.00 Hours
This course introduces the theological framework and basic skills required for interpreting and communicating the Bible within the context of the church’s ministry (both formal and informal).
PT5100-J1 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Tuesday | 8:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Preaching Laboratory I - 2.00 Hours
Building upon PT5100, students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other nonministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.
PT5125-J1 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Tuesday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Missions - 2.00 Hours
This course examines issues in the world mission enterprise in light of today’s challenges, opportunities, and obligations. The call to mission service is examined, the theological mandate for missions is clarified, the historical advance of the Church through missions is reviewed, and strategies for effective contemporary missions are considered.
PT5225-J1 - Residential
Dr. Clay Quarterman
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Pastoral Counseling - 3.00 Hours
An overview of current trends in counseling theory and practice and the role of counseling in public, private and church settings. Basic counseling skills taught in this course include interviewing, assessment, and therapeutic listening in a laboratory situation. Application is made to premarital, family crisis, grief and substance abuse counseling, with emphasis on developing strategies and applying scriptural principles.
PT5350-J1 - Residential
Dr. John Kwasny
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Thursday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Personal Sanctifcation - 1.00 Hours
This course emphasizes methodology and responsibility for personal growth in Christ. This involves the study of Scripture for personal nurture and the exercise of certain disciplines necessary for spiritual growth.
PT5375-J1 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
MDiv Field Education Seminar - 0.00 Hours
This seminar provides opportunity for theological reflection and discussion of problems, needs, and experiences in ministry. Students are required to write papers about their field experiences and present them to the class for discussion led by the professor. This may be taken in the fall or spring semester.
PT5905-J1 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Intro to Pastoral & Theological Studies - 3.00 Hours
This course introduces students to biblical, theological, creedal, and pastoral aspects of ministry preparation in the Reformed tradition.
ST5100-J1 - Residential
Dr. John Fesko
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Tuesday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
ST: Scripture, Theology, Anthropology - 3.00 Hours
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Scripture, theology proper, and anthropology.
ST5150-J1 - Residential
Dr. Josh Malone
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Monday | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
ST: Ecclesiology & Sacraments - 2.00 Hours
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Ecclesiology and Sacraments.
ST5250-J1 - Residential
Dr. Guy Waters
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Thursday | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Theological Foundations for Counseling - 2.00 Hours
This course will present the Reformed view of General and Special Revelation and the traditional theological loci (e.g., theology proper, creation, anthropology, salvation, means of grace) that should serve as the foundation for any human endeavor. In addition, special attention will be given to various loci and issues that more directly relate to counseling.
ST5350-J1 - Residential
Dr. John Fesko
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Systematic Theology Foundations - 3.00 Hours
This course is designed for counseling students. It will provide a basic introduction to Christian doctrine.
ST5355-J1 - Residential
Dr. J. Ligon Duncan
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Monday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Christian Thought and Philosophy - 3.00 Hours
An introduction to Christian philosophy from a Reformed perspective. Topics include the relationship between philosophy and theology, major figures and movements in the history of Christian thought, and the application of philosophical thinking to Christian faith and practice.
ST5400-J1 - Residential
Dr. Josh Malone
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Pastoral and Social Ethics - 3.00 Hours
Students are introduced to terminology, major views, and problems in the study of ethics. The biblical basis for morality will be emphasized along with aspects of the WLC. Basic concerns and current issues in social ethics are also covered.
ST5500-J1 - Residential
Dr. Josh Malone
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM