Upcoming Classes

History of Christianity II - 3.00 Hours

A continuation of HT5100, concentrating on great leaders of the church in the modern period of church history from the Reformation to the 19th century.
THIS COURSE IS A REMOTE LIVE COURSE AND WILL BE TAUGHT LIVE OVER ZOOM. TIMES LISTED ARE EASTERN TIME
(Campuses:00|01|02|03|04|05|06|09|11)

03HT5200R/01
Dr. Sean M. Lucas
Thursday 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
February 9 - May 16

Latin I - 2.00 Hours

THIS COURSE IS A REMOTE LIVE COURSE AND WILL BE TAUGHT LIVE OVER ZOOM. TIMES LISTED ARE CENTRAL TIME.
This course is an introduction to the Latin language, particularly Ecclesiastical Latin. This introduction will cover morphology, syntax, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Introduction to Ecclesiastical Latin is a two (2) hour course. There are no prerequisites.
(Campuses:00|01|02|03|04|05|06|09|11)

01HT6100R/01
Dr. Guy Waters
Monday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
January 30 - May 1

Greek II - 3.00 Hours

NOTE: Priority in registration will be given to those registered for Greek I (Remote Live – 02NT5100R) in the 2022/Fall semester.
THIS IS A REMOTE LIVE COURSE AND WILL BE TAUGHT LIVE OVER ZOOM. TIMES LISTED ARE EASTERN TIME: FEB 9 – MAY 15 (THURSDAYS, 9am–12pm (EST)
This course continues the study of grammar, builds vocabulary, and develops techniques for the exposition of the Greek text.
(Campuses:00|01|02|03|04|05|06|09|11)

02NT5125R/01
Dr. Zachary Cole
Thursday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
February 9 - May 11

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.

05NT5125/01
Robert J. Schwartzbeck
Monday 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
February 6 - May 8

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.

05NT5300/01
Dr. Thomas Keene
Mon to Fri 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
April 17 - April 21

Hermeneutics - 3.00 Hours

STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT THE WEEK OF
MARCH 13-17, 2023.

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.

05ON5100/01
Dr. Richard Belcher Jr.
Dr. Robert J. Cara
Mon to Fri 2:00 PM - 9:30 PM
March 13 - March 17

Hebrew II - 3.00 Hours

Prerequisite: OT5100
A continuation of OT5100

05OT5125/01
Markus J. Berger
Thursday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
February 2 - May 8

Genesis-Deuteronomy - 3.00 Hours

STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT THE WEEK OF
MARCH 6-10, 2023.

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.

05OT5200/01
Dr. John Currid
Mon to Fri 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
March 6 - March 10

Preaching Lab II - 2.00 Hours

Prerequisite: PT5150
Students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other non-ministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.

05PT5175/01
Richard Brantley Harris
Monday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
February 13 - May 8

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.
THIS COURSE IS A REMOTE LIVE COURSE AND WILL BE TAUGHT LIVE OVER ZOOM. TIMES LISTED ARE CENTRAL TIME.
(Campuses:00|01|02|03|04|05|06|09|11)

01PT5250R/01
Dr. Charles Wingard
Monday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
January 30 - May 1

Pastoral Counseling - 3.00 Hours

STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
FEB. 3&4; 24&25; APRIL 21&22; and MAY 5&6.

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.

05PT5350/01
Dr. Nathanael J. Brooks
Friday 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
February 3 - May 8

Preparing for Ordination - 1.00 Hours

This class will help students 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 (e.g., “Open Theism,” “New Perspective on Paul,” “Federal Vision,” women’s ordination, contemporary Roman Catholic theology, theistic evolution, inerrancy, “theonomy,” etc.).

THIS COURSE IS A REMOTE LIVE COURSE AND WILL BE TAUGHT LIVE OVER ZOOM. TIMES LISTED ARE EASTERN TIME
(Campuses:00|01|02|03|04|05|06|09|11)

The class will meet on February 18, 25, March 11 and 25 only.

06PT6535R/01
Dr. Thomas Keene
Dr. Scott Redd
Dr. Peter Lee
Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM
February 18 - March 25

ST:Script/Theo Prop/Anthropology - 3.00 Hours

STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
FEB. 24-25; MARCH 24-25; and APRIL 28-29
This course will systematically present biblical teaching on the topics of Scripture, God, and Humanity as understood and taught within the Reformed tradition, demonstrating that these formulations (1) represent the proper understanding of Scripture, (2) inherit and carry forward the best of the ancient teachings of the Church, and (3) provide the people of God the doctrine needed in order to thrive as disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ in the twenty-first century.

05ST5150/01
Dr. D. Blair Smith
Friday 2:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
February 3 - May 8

Christian Encounter w/Islam - 2.00 Hours

STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
FEB. 16-18 and MARCH 30-APRIL 1
An introduction to the history, culture, traditions, beliefs, and practices of Islam. Students will reflect on the ways in which Islamic faith and life have been shaped by historical and cultural circumstances, study the diversity of Islam both in history and in contemporary expression, and develop a deeper understanding of Islam in order to love Muslims as their neighbors and witness more effectively to them.

05ST5550/01
Dr. James Anderson
Thursday 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Friday 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
February 16 - April 1

Christology - 2.00 Hours

STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
MARCH 9-11 and APRIL 13-15
THURSDAY & FRIDAY: 4-9:30PM
SATURDAY: 9AM - 1PM

A study of Christology--the person and work of Jesus Christ--is the topic of this course. Our survey of doctrine will be based on the exegesis of Scripture, with continual reference to dogmatics, historical theology, and the historic creeds of the Church. All along we will remember the crucial nexus between faith and life, doctrine and practice, and thus endeavor to stress the importance of this doctrine for Christian thought, life, and ministry.

05ST6126/01
Dr. Brandon Douglas Crowe
Thursday 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Friday 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
March 9 - May 8

World Christianity and Perseverance - 2.00 Hours

REMOTE LIVE
This course examines the other-cultural, other-political witness of the church throughout Scripture an history, as they follow the virtues, values and habits of the story of the Covenantal People of God. It discusses in depth the work of theologians focused on the Covenantal story, the drama of redemption, narrative theology, and theo-drama, with special consideration given to the role the sacraments play in of virtue development and identity formation that provide an “alternative-witness” to a hostile culture.
THIS IS A THREE WEEKEND CLASS: FEBRUARY 3 & 4, FEBRUARY 17 & 18, AND MARCH 3 & 4.
THIS COURSE IS A REMOTE LIVE COURSE AND WILL BE TAUGHT LIVE OVER ZOOM. TIMES LISTED ARE EASTERN TIME
(Campuses:00|01|02|03|04|05|06|09|11)

04ST6516R/1
Ms. Karen Ellis
Friday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
February 3 - February 4