Social & Cultural Issues in Counseling - 3.00 Hours
This course exposes students to the psychosocial similarities, differences, and adversities that exist among people groups and to encourage the development of (1) a healthy awareness/understanding of people both inside and outside the student’s frame of reference, (2) an understanding of his/her own learned and socially prescribed attitudes and beliefs concerning “others,” and (3) a multidimensional contextual framework for understanding people and providing counseling services.
CO5520-01 - Residential
Dr. Michael Hillerman
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Thursday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Human Growth and Development - 3.00 Hours
Students learn about developmental psychology, concentrating on major theories, concepts and issues. It covers the lifespan and the systems within which individuals live in childhood, adolescence, mid-life and late life.
CO5530-01 - Residential
Stephanie Wielgosz
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Tuesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Psychopathology - 3.00 Hours
An introduction to mental health disorders and their criteria based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition. Students learn the vocabulary and taxonomy used in the mental health field. Etiology of disorders and treatment approaches are considered.
CO5550-01 - Residential
James Brown
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Monday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 3:00 PM - 6:00 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.
CO5610-01 - Residential
Dr. William Richardson
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Tuesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Neuroscience Informed Counseling - 2.00 Hours
Recent developments in neuroscience and psychopharmacology have contributed greatly to the
fields of psychology and counseling. Awareness of brain functioning has contributed information that helps clinicians better to understand long established counseling practices and has contributed to new approaches to old problems.
CO5640-01 - Residential
Dr. Michael Hillerman
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Wednesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Internship - 3.00 Hours
Internship is a repeating professional/clinical practice course in the RTS M.A.C. curriculum. Internship is part of the M.A.C. 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 CO5960 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.
CO5690-01 - Residential
Dr. Michael Hillerman
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
| 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 12:00 AM - 12:01 AM
History of Christianity I - 3.00 Hours
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.
HT5100-07 - Residential
Dr. John Fesko
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Monday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Latin Readings (Remote Live) - 1.00 Hours
This course is a builds upon Latin 1 and 2, in which Latin morphology, syntax, vocabulary, and reading comprehension are covered. This course consists of selected readings in ecclesiastical Latin literature.
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)
HT6102-01 - Remote Live
Dr. Guy Waters
8/21/2023 - 10/31/2023
Tuesday | 8/21/2023 - 10/31/2023 | 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
Greek Exegesis - 2.00 Hours
Prerequisite: NT5125
By studing the text of selected passages students learn grammatical analysis, apply hermenutical principles, and develop exegetical skills.
NT5150-05 - Residential
Dr. Benjamin Gladd
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Wednesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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.
NT5300-03 - Residential
Dr. Guy Waters
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Wednesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Exegesis in the NT I - 2.00 Hours
This course constitutes an intense exegetical study of a discrete portion of the New Testament, such as the Sermon on the Mount, John, 1 Timothy, Ephesians, etc. Prerequisites include Greek I, Greek II, and Greek Exegesis.
NT6110-01 - Residential
Dr. Guy Waters
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Thursday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Readings in Biblical Languages - 1.00 Hours
In this course, students are required to read up to thirty (30) hours in the biblical languages in
any combination desired – Hebrew, Greek, and/or Aramaic. Course grade is determined by
percentage of hours completed as reported in daily/weekly logs. During weekly class
meetings, students will report on reading schedule, ask questions, and/or share any
theologically significant observations from their work.
ON6101-01 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Thursday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Hebrew I (Remote) - 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.
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)
OT5100-06 - Remote Live
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Tuesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 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.
OT5150-03 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Tuesday, Thursday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Joshua-Esther - 3.00 Hours
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.
OT5250-04 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Wednesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Isaiah-Malachi - 3.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT AS FOLLOWS:
SEPT. 1-2, SEPT. 29-30, OCT. 13-14 AND NOV. 3-4
FRI: 3-6:15PM
SAT: 8AM-3PM
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.
OT5350-05 - Residential
Dr. Peter Lee
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
| 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 12:00 AM - 12:01 AM
Old 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 Old Testament (Hebrew Bible).
OT5500-01 - Residential
Dr. J. Reid
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Wednesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Exegesis in the OT I - 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.
OT6110-01 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Wednesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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).
PT5100-05 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Tuesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 8:45 AM - 12:00 PM
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.
PT5125-02 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Tuesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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.
PT5200-02 - Residential
Dr. Clay Quarterman
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Thursday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 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.
PT5225-01 - Residential
Dr. Clay Quarterman
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Wednesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Leadership & Discipleship (Remote Live) - 2.00 Hours
A study of leadership philosophy, principles, catechesis, and skills through which a pastor can lead a session in developing a culture of discipleship to fulfill the church’s mission in its life and witness. A variety of leadership, discipleship, Christian education, and philosophy of ministry topics will be discussed.
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)
PT5275-04 - Remote Live
Dr. Charles Wingard
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Thursday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 3:00 PM - 5:20 PM
Pastoral Counseling - 3.00 Hours
This course is an introduction to the pastor’s role and responsibility as Biblical counselor in the local church. A system of counseling grounded in Biblical presuppositions will be taught as well as basic counseling process and practice. The student will also receive foundational knowledge and understanding of typical individual, marital, and family problems with an emphasis on applying Scriptural principles to these life issues. Case studies will be reviewed, and a system of premarital counseling will be presented as well.
PT5350-05 - Residential
Dr. John Kwasny
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Thursday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Personal Sanctification - 1.00 Hours
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:
8/21, 9/11, 10/9, and 11/6.
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.
PT5375-06 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Monday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 4:15 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
10/20/2023 - 10/20/2023
Friday | 10/20/2023 - 10/20/2023 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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.
ST5100-05 - Residential
Dr. John Fesko
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Tuesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
ST:Scrip., Theol. Proper, Anthropology - 3.00 Hours
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Scripture, theology proper, and anthropology.
ST5150-05 - Residential
Dr. Josh Malone
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Monday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
ST: Ecclesiology & the Sacraments - 2.00 Hours
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Ecclesiology and Sacraments.
ST5250-03 - Residential
Dr. Guy Waters
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Thursday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 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.
ST5350-01 - Residential
Dr. John Fesko
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Tuesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Systematic Theology Foundations - 3.00 Hours
This course is designed for counseling students. It will provide a basic introduction to Christian doctrine.
ST5355-01 - Residential
Dr. J. Ligon Duncan
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Monday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Xn Thought & Philosophy - 3.00 Hours
ST5400-04 - Residential
Dr. Josh Malone
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Wednesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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.
ST5500-05 - Residential
Dr. Josh Malone
8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023
Wednesday | 8/21/2023 - 12/1/2023 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Substance Abuse and Addictions - 3.00 Hours
This course
covers current information about the addictive
processes associated with chemical dependencies and
other addictions, as well as assessment, diagnosis,
treatment planning and intervention within
individual and family systems frameworks. Issues
related to addictions, such as family dynamics,
structure, roles, and codependency are explored.
CO5660-J1 - Residential
Dr. Branden Henry
1/8/2024 - 1/12/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 1/8/2024 - 1/11/2024 | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday | 1/12/2024 - 1/12/2024 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Advanced Hebrew Grammar - 2.00 Hours
This course will cover advanced topics in Hebrew phonology, morphology, syntax, and discourse.
OT6102-J1 - Residential
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
1/8/2024 - 1/12/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1/8/2024 - 1/12/2024 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Human Sexuality - 3.00 Hours
An analysis of human sexuality,
attitudes toward sex, and sexual behavior in the
light of contemporary and biblical norms, with
particular attention to the relation of systematic and
behavioral aspects of sexuality.
PSY5230-J1 - Residential
Mary Johnson
Marta Witherow
Katherine Wilson
1/11/2024 - 1/20/2024
Thursday, Friday | 1/11/2024 - 1/12/2024 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1/18/2024 - 1/20/2024 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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.
PT5325-02 - Residential
Dr. Guy Waters
1/5/2024 - 1/6/2024
Friday, Saturday | 1/5/2024 - 1/6/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Hot Topics in Pastoral Ministry - 1.00 Hours
A class designed to assist pastors to address current issues they face in ministry.
PT6270-J1 - Residential
Dr. Charles Wingard
1/11/2024 - 1/12/2024
Thursday | 1/11/2024 - 1/11/2024 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday | 1/12/2024 - 1/12/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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 | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 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 | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 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 | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 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. Michael Hillerman
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Wednesday | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Practicum - 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
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
| 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 - 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 | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 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 - 5/3/2024 | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Exegesis in the New Testament II - 2.00 Hours
This course constitutes an intense exegetical study of a discrete portion of the New Testament such as the Sermon on the Mount, John, I Timothy, Ephesians, etc.
NT6120-J1 - Residential
Dr. Benjamin Gladd
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Tuesday | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 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.
ON5100-03 - Residential
Dr. Josh Malone
Dr. Benjamin Gladd
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Wednesday | 1/29/2024 - 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, Saturday | 1/27/2024 - 1/27/2024 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday | 2/10/2024 - 2/10/2024 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday | 2/24/2024 - 2/24/2024 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday | 3/9/2024 - 3/9/2024 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday | 1/26/2024 - 1/26/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 2/9/2024 - 2/9/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 2/23/2024 - 2/23/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 3/8/2024 - 3/8/2024 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 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 | 3/11/2024 - 3/13/2024 | 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
Biblical Aramaic - 2.00 Hours
An introduction to the language of Biblical Aramaic, including basic grammar, syntax, and vocabulary.
This is a sync section.
OT6105-J1 - Sync - Institutional
Dr. Miles Van Pelt
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Wednesday | 1/29/2024 - 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
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Wednesday | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
| 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 12:00 AM - 12:05 AM
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. Michael Hillerman
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Tuesday | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 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
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 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 | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 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 | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 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 | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 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
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
| 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 12:00 AM - 12:02 AM
Practical Issues in Pastoral Counseling - 2.00 Hours
This course builds upon the basic concepts and principles of PT 5350 Pastoral Counseling (required), with a continued focus on pastoral counseling in the local church. The first hour of each class will be a discussion on the typical issues pastors and ministry leaders face, with instruction in individual, marital, and group counseling. The second hour will be dedicated to simulated counseling sessions, including critique, recommendations, and individualized feedback. Readings on various current counseling subjects will be required, as well as some practice hours of counseling/discipleship outside of class.
PT6355-01 - Residential
Dr. John Kwasny
1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024
Thursday | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 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 - 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 | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 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 | 1/29/2024 - 5/3/2024 | 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