Patristic Theology - 2.00 Hours
The aim of this course is to provide students with a knowledge of the major conflicts, movements, theological voices and church councils that defined the development of early Christian doctrine and spirituality from roughly the 2nd through the 5th centuries AD. By the end of this course, students will understand and be able to explain the significance of early Christian heresies such as Gnosticism, Marcionism, Arianism, Nestorianism, and Pelagianism, and the orthodox responses to them, as well as early Christian responses to Roman persecution and critique, the rise of monasticism, and patristic interpretation of Scripture.
HT6351-D1 - Residential
Jonathan Bailes
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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.
NT5125-02 - Residential
Dr. G. Beale
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Monday, Wednesday | 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Acts and 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.
THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AT ALL SAINTS PCA IN AUSTIN.
NT5250-D1 - Extension Site
Dr. Thomas Keene
2/2/2024 - 2/17/2024
Friday | 2/2/2024 - 2/2/2024 | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 2/3/2024 - 2/3/2024 | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 2/16/2024 - 2/16/2024 | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 2/17/2024 - 2/17/2024 | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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.
ON5100-02 - Residential
Dr. G. Beale
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Tuesday | 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Archaeology of theBible&AncientNearEast - 2.00 Hours
This course examines the contribution of archaeology to our understanding of the lands of the Bible. The archaeology of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Canaan, and especially Israel is presented through a series of slide lectures and discussions.
ON6305-01 - Residential
Dr. John Currid
3/11/2024 - 3/14/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Hebrew II - 3.00 Hours
A continuation of OT5100.
OT5125-D1 - Residential
Dr. Kevin Warstler
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hebrew Exegesis - 2.00 Hours
Prerequisite: OT5125
This course introduces basic tools for interpreting the Old Testament. Attention is given to a working knowledge of biblical Hebrew and to principles of interpretation.
OT5150-02 - Residential
Dr. John Currid
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Thursday | 1/29/2024 - 3/7/2024 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Thursday | 3/21/2024 - 4/4/2024 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Thursday | 4/18/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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.
PT5125-03 - Residential
Dr. Jordan Stone
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Monday | 1/29/2024 - 3/4/2024 | 8:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday | 3/18/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 8:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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.
PT5225-02 - Residential
Dr. Irwyn Ince
4/11/2024 - 4/13/2024
Thursday, Friday, Saturday | 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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.
PT5300-02 - Residential
Dr. Jordan Stone
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Monday | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Pastoral & Social Ethics - 3.00 Hours
Students are introduced to terminology, major views, and problems in the study of ethics and to a biblical basis for morality. Basic concerns and current issues in social ethics are covered.
ST5500-01 - Residential
Dr. Mark McDowell
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Tuesday | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
History of Christianity II - 3.00 Hours
A continuation of HT5100, concentrating on creeds and great leaders of the church in the modern period of church history from the Reformation to the 19th century.
HT5200-D1 - Residential
Dr. Peter Yoder
6/24/2024 - 6/28/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Augustine: City of God - 2.00 Hours
This course will explore the life and theology of Augustine of Hippo, reflecting particularly on his City of God and the long, varied reception history of this work. Students grow in their confidence and competence to engage his works on their own.
HT6306-D1 - Residential
Dr. Michael Allen
6/21/2024 - 8/10/2024
Friday | 6/21/2024 - 6/21/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 6/22/2024 - 6/22/2024 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday | 8/9/2024 - 8/9/2024 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 8/10/2024 - 8/10/2024 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Acts and 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-D1 - Residential
Dr. G. Beale
5/14/2024 - 6/6/2024
Tuesday, Thursday | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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-D1 - Residential
Dr. Mark McDowell
6/10/2024 - 6/14/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
ST: Ecclesiology & Sacraments - 2.00 Hours
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Ecclesiology and Sacraments.
ST5250-D1 - Residential
Dr. Sinclair Ferguson
5/11/2024 - 5/15/2024
Saturday | 5/11/2024 - 5/11/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday | 5/13/2024 - 5/15/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Apologetics - 2.00 Hours
Students examine the various approaches to apologetic methodology and engage the most frequently raised objections to the Christian faith.
ST5450-D1 - Residential
Dr. James Anderson
7/16/2024 - 7/19/2024
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
American Presbyterianism - 2.00 Hours
A survey of the history of American Presbyterianism from its roots in the Calvinist reformed tradition to the present. The course focuses on key historical events and controversies that shaped Presbyterian denominations, major leaders who influenced Presbyterian theology and its prominent institutions, movements that reflected Presbyterian leadership of American religions, and the reciprocal relation between Presbyterianism and American culture.
HT6125-D1 - Residential
Dr. Jordan Stone
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Monday | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Greek I - 3.00 Hours
An introductory study concentrating on basic vocabulary and analysis of the grammar of New Testament Greek.
NT5100-D1 - Residential
Dr. Kevin Warstler
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 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-D1 - Residential
Dr. G. Beale
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Thursday | 1:30 PM - 3:30 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-D1 - Residential
Dr. G. Beale
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Tuesday | 1:30 PM - 4:30 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-D1 - Residential
Dr. Kevin Warstler
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 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-D1 - Residential
Dr. John Currid
10/7/2024 - 10/11/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Communication II - 2.00 Hours
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., weddings, funerals).
PT5150-D1 - Residential
Dr. Jordan Stone
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Monday | 8:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Theological Research and Writing - 2.00 Hours
This course will give special attention to using the library, writing graduate level research papers, and the problem of plagiarism. This course is designed to help you communicate well. Written communication and oral communication overlap, so whether you are going on for graduate studies or studying to become a pastor, you will need to learn how to develop and deliver a thesis.
PT6115-D1 - Residential
Bogdan Witecki
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Monday | 1:00 PM - 3:00 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-D1 - Residential
Dr. Mark McDowell
8/26/2024 - 12/6/2024
Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM