Theology of Dietrich Bonhoeffer - 2.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT REMOTE LIVE THROUGH ZOOM. TIMES POSTED ARE EASTERN TIME.
An introduction to the theology of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, focused particularly on primary sources. Students should expect to engage primary sources in a seminar format with a desire to understand Bonhoeffer's theology in its historical, philosophical, and theological contexts and to apply that theology to contemporary life and culture.
(Campuses:00|01|02|03|04|05|06|09|11)
01HT6335R/01
Dr. Sean M. Lucas
Thursday 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
August 23 - December 3
Greek I - 3.00 Hours
An introductory study concentrating on basic vocabulary and analysis of the grammar of New Testament Greek.
11NT5100/01
Dr. G. K. Beale
Monday 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday 12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
August 23 - December 3
Pauline Epistles - 3.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
Sept. 24-25; Oct. 29-30; Nov. 12-13; and Dec. 10-11.
Friday classes meet from 6pm to 9pm
Saturday classes meet from 9am to 4pm.
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. Robert J. Cara
TBA 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
TBA 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
August 23 - December 3
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.
THIS COURSE WILL BE ON FRIDAYS AUG. 27 – OCT. 29.
11ON6200/01
Dr. G. K. Beale
Friday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
August 23 - December 3
Hebrew I (Remote) - 3.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT VIA ZOOM AND IS REMOTE LIVE. TIMES POSTED ARE EASTERN TIME.
This course introduces basic elements of the Hebrew language. Lectures and small group sessions cover the Hebrew alphabet, pronunciation, and elementary grammatical structures.
(Campuses:00|01|02|03|04|05|06|09|11)
01OT5100R/01
Dr. Miles V. Van Pelt
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 12:55 PM
August 23 - December 3
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
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
August 23 - December 3
Poets - 2.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
Tuesday through Friday, October 5-8, 2021; 9am to 5pm each day.
An examination of the literary structure, themes, and history of the Psalms and wisdom literature of the Old Testament.
11OT5300/01
Dr. John Currid
TBA 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
October 5 - October 8
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
Monday 8:15 AM - 10:15 AM
August 23 - December 3
Evangelism - 2.00 Hours
The purpose of this course is to train students to be effective evangelists and to understand and use biblical principles and methods of church growth. Emphasis is placed on having an intense desire to reach the lost for Christ. The value of small group ministries and mobilizing the laity for growth and ministry are considered.
THIS IS A REMOTE LIVE COURSE AND WILL MEET OVER ZOOM.
(Campuses:00|01|02|03|04|05|06|09|11)
03PT5200R/01
Dr. Craig Sheppard
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
August 25 - December 7
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.
11PT5250/01
Dr. Jordan Stone
Monday 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
August 23 - December 3
Pastoral Counseling - 3.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
Sept. 3-4; Sept. 17-18; Oct. 15-16
Friday classes meet from 2:00pm to 9:00pm
Saturday classes meet from 9:00am to 5:00pm
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 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
TBA 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
August 23 - December 3
Theological Research & Writing - 2.00 Hours
This course is designed to take the intimidation out of research and writing for seminary studies. Students will develop competency in developing a topic into a focused argument, library research, paper formatting, avoiding plagiarism, and other critical skills for seminary student success. Class sessions will be highly interactive with a workshop feel. Students will be coached in the production of a high quality research paper as a key outcome of the course.
THIS IS A REMOTE LIVE COURSE AND WILL MEET OVER ZOOM.
(Campuses:00|01|02|03|04|05|06|09|11)
04PT6115R/1
Dr. Jonathan D. Stuckert
Monday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
August 23 - November 18
Intro. to Pastoral & Theological Studies - 3.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS CLASS WILL BE TAUGHT ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS/TIMES AT ALL SAINTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, AUSTIN, TEXAS:
Sept. 10-11; Oct. 8-9; Nov. 5-6; and Nov. 19-20.
Friday classes meet 6pm to 9pm
Saturday classes meet 8:30am to 4:30pm
This course introduces students to biblical, theological, and pastoral aspects of ministry preparation in the Reformed tradition.
11ST5100E/01
Dr. Mark Ian McDowell
TBA 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
TBA 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
August 23 - December 3
ST: Script/Theol.Prop./Anthropology - 3.00 Hours
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Scripture, theology proper, and anthropology.
11ST5150/01
Dr. Mark Ian McDowell
Wednesday 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
August 23 - December 3
Covenant Theology - 2.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
Oct. 22-23; Nov. 19-20
Friday classes meet from 2:30pm to 9:00pm
Saturday classes meet from 8:30am to 4:30pm
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.
11ST5300/01
Dr. D. Blair Smith
TBA 2:30 PM - 9:00 PM
TBA 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
August 23 - December 3
History of Christianity I - 3.00 Hours
History of Christianity I
This general introduction to Christianity in the early and medieval periods focuses on key Christian doctrines and great leaders from Justin Martyr to Martin Luther who made contributions of lasting significance to the Christian Church.
11HT5100/01
Dr. Peter Yoder
Mon to Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
January 3 - January 7
Hebrews-Revelation - 3.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THE COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, JAN. 10-15, 2022.
M-F, CLASS WILL MEET FROM 9AM to 1PM; THEN 5pm TO 7pm
SATURDAY CLASS WILL MEET FROM 9am TO 3pm.
An introduction the General Epistles and Revelation that includes the history, setting, theme, purpose, and message of each book.
11NT5350/01
Dr. G. K. Beale
TBA 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
TBA 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
January 10 - January 15
Church Polity - 1.00 Hours
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
Rev. Fred T. Greco
Friday 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
January 28 - January 29
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. G. K. Beale
Monday 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
January 24 - April 29
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. G. K. Beale
Friday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 24 - April 29
Isaiah-Malachi - 3.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS CLASS WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
MARCH 14-18, 2022
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 8AM to 5PM EACH DAY.
An expository study of the message and times of the prophets that emphasizes the themes day of the Lord, judgment, restoration, promise and fulfillment, Messiah, kingdom, and the new people of God.
11OT5350/01
Dr. John Currid
TBA 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
March 14 - March 18
Biblical Aramic - 2.00 Hours
THIS COURSE IS A SYNC SECTION OF THE CORRESPONDING RESIDENTIAL COURSE AND WILL BE TAUGHT LIVE OVER ZOOM. TIMES LISTED ARE CENTRAL TIME.
(Campuses:00|01|02|03|04|05|06|09|11)
01OT6105S/S
Dr. Miles V. Van Pelt
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 10:55 AM
January 24 - April 29
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 8:15 AM - 10:15 AM
January 24 - April 29
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
Monday 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
January 24 - April 29
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
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 24 - April 29
Christ, Culture & Contextualization - 2.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS CLASS WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
FEB. 17-19, 2022
MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY, 8AM TO 6PM EACH DAY.
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.
11ST5600/01
Dr. Nathaniel Gray Sutanto
Thursday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
January 24 - April 29