Puritan Theology - 2.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE CLASS WILL MEET AS FOLLOWS:
OCTOBER 17-19 (THURSDAY TO SATURDAY) 9AM TO 5PM
OCTOBER 21 (MONDAY) 9AM TO 5PM
This course is designed to be an introduction to Puritan theology in its historical context. It includes an analysis of the theological contributions, cultural impact, and literary output of leading Puritan theologians.
11HT6300/01
Dr. Sinclair B. Ferguson
TBA 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
TBA 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
TBA 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
October 17 - October 21
Greek I - 3.00 Hours
An introductory study concentrating on basic vocabulary and analysis of the grammar of New Testament Greek.
11NT5100/01
Dr. Ben C Dunson
Thursday 1:45 PM - 5:00 PM
August 26 - December 6
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.
11NT5300/01
Dr. Ben C Dunson
Thursday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
August 26 - December 6
Introduction to Biblical Theology - 2.00 Hours
This course investigates the covenantal nature of the Christian Bible from a biblical-theological perspective. The study of biblical theology includes: (1) the history, definition, task, method, and goal of biblical theology; (2) the attempt to identify the "center" of biblical theology as a way of understanding the relationship of the various parts to the whole; and (3) selected themes in biblical theology as those threads that make up the fabric of the biblical canon.
11ON6200/01
Dr. Mark Ian McDowell
Friday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
August 26 - December 6
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.
11OT5100/01
Dr. Kevin Warstler
Monday 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM
August 26 - December 6
Joshua-Esther - 3.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE CLASS WILL MEET AS FOLLOWS:
OCTOBER 7-11 (MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY) 8AM TO 5PM EACH DAY.
This overview of the literature, history, and themes of Joshua through Esther gives particular attention to the relevance of these books for the church and world today.
11OT5250/01
Dr. John Currid
TBA 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
October 7 - October 11
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).
11PT5100/01
Dr. Jordan Stone
Thursday 9:00 AM - 11:15 AM
August 26 - December 6
ST:Christology/Soteriology/Eschatology - 3.00 Hours
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Christology, Soteriology, and Eschatology.
11ST5200/01
Dr. Mark Ian McDowell
Monday 1:00 PM - 4:15 PM
August 26 - December 6
Church Polity - 1.00 Hours
PLEASE NOTE CLASS WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
FRIDAY, JAN.10th 2PM to 9PM
SATURDAY, JAN.11th 8AM to 4PM
Students examine the biblical data relative to church government and the Book of Church Order. The organization and function of church courts, including discipline and appeals, are considered, and parliamentary procedure is examined.
11PT5325/01
Dr. Guy Waters
Friday 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
January 3 - January 4
Worship - 2.00 Hours
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.
11PT5300/01
Dr. Jordan Stone
TueWedThur 9:00 AM - 12:01 PM
TueWedThur 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 12:01 PM
Friday 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
January 21 - January 24
Preaching Lab I - 2.00 Hours
Prerequisite: PT5100
Students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other non-ministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.
11PT5125/01
Dr. Jordan Stone
Monday 9:45 AM - 12:01 PM
January 27 - May 8
Greek II - 3.00 Hours
Prerequisite: NT5100
This course continues the study of grammar, builds vocabulary, and develops techniques for the exposition of the Greek text.
11NT5125/01
Dr. Ben C Dunson
Monday 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
January 27 - May 8
Hebrews-Revelation - 3.00 Hours
An introduction the General Epistles and Revelation that includes the history, setting, theme, purpose, and message of each book.
11NT5350/01
Dr. Ben C Dunson
Thursday 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM
January 27 - May 8
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.
11ON5100/01
Dr. Ben C Dunson
Monday 1:00 PM - 4:15 PM
January 27 - May 8
Hebrew II - 3.00 Hours
Prerequisite: OT5100
A continuation of OT5100
11OT5125/01
Dr. Kevin Warstler
Thursday 1:30 PM - 4:45 PM
January 27 - May 8
Poets - 2.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL MEET FOR CLASS AS FOLLOWS:
FEB. 21/22; MAR. 13/14;
FRIDAY CLASSES MEET 5:00PM-9:00PM
SATURDAY CLASSES MEET 8AM-4PM
An examination of the literary structure, themes, and history of the Psalms and wisdom literature of the Old Testament.
11OT5300/01
Dr. Scott Redd
TBA 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
TBA 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
January 27 - May 8
Pastoral Counseling - 3.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE CLASS WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS
MAR. 16-20, 2020
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
8AM-5PM EACH DAY
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.
11PT5350/01
Dr. Rod Mays
TBA 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
March 16 - March 20
City Ecology - 2.00 Hours
This course investigates Scripture, theology, and cities to better understand what it takes for a city to thrive. The study will focus on the endowments of a thriving city, as well as, the disciplines, practices, and habits needed to be the sort of person who can contribute to the thriving of a specific place.
11PT6209/01
Blake Brittain Schwarz
Friday 10:00 AM - 12:01 PM
January 27 - May 8
Prep. for Ordination - 1.00 Hours
The class will helpstudents prepare for examinations by presbyteries.Students will take practice exams in Bible, theology(including the Westminster Standards), polity,church history, and personal religion, in a seminar format. Discussion of current issues will be included.
11PT6535/01
Rev. Matt Fray
Tuesday 8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
January 27 - May 8
Intro. to Pastoral & Theological Studies - 3.00 Hours
This course introduces students to the biblical, theological, and pastoral aspects of ministry preparation in the Reformed tradition.
11ST5100/01
Dr. Mark Ian McDowell
Friday 1:00 PM - 4:15 PM
January 27 - May 8
ST: Ecclesiology & the Sacraments - 2.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS
MAR. 30-APR.3, 2020
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
Monday class meets from 1pm to 4pm; Tuesday through Friday class meets from 9am to 4:15pm.
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Ecclesiology and Sacraments.
11ST5250/01
Dr. Sinclair B. Ferguson
TBA 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
TBA 9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
March 30 - April 3