Reformed Catholicity in 16th C - 2.00 Hours
This course explores works by Protestant theologians in the sixteenth century to consider the way in which they sought to pass on the catholic tradition and also to develop or reform it. The course focuses especially on the works of Martin Luther, Huldrych Zwingli, Martin Bucer, John Calvin, Heinrich Bullinger, and Peter Martyr Vermigli.
HT6142-O1 - Residential
Dr. Michael Allen
7/14/2025 - 7/18/2025
Monday | 7/14/2025 - 7/14/2025 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 7/15/2025 - 7/17/2025 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 7/18/2025 - 7/18/2025 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Augustine: City of God - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
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-O1 - Hybrid
Dr. Michael Allen
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Greek I - 3.00 Hours
An introductory study concentrating on basic vocabulary and analysis of the grammar of New Testament Greek.
NT5100-O1 - Residential
Dr. Greg Lanier
8/4/2025 - 8/22/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Pauline Epistles - 3.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
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-O1 - Hybrid
Dr. Zach Cole
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Pauline Epistles - 3.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
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-O2 - Hybrid
Dr. Greg Lanier
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Reading Hebrew Narrative - 2.00 Hours
PREREQUISITE: Hebrew II (OT5125, 3 hrs)
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
Selections of the Old Testament are read in Hebrew. Emphasis is on developing skills in translation for the purpose of ministry.
OT6100-O1 - Hybrid
Dr. Mark Futato
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Old Testament as Xn Scripture - 2.00 Hours
This seminar explores the history, nature, and task of Old Testament Theology. Beginning with a doctrine of Scripture, this course will address the history of the discipline as well as key figures and approaches to Old Testament theology. The seminar will conclude by addressing Old Testament Theology’s relation to Biblical Theology and Christian Dogmatics.
OT6501-O1 - Residential
Dr. Mark Gignilliat
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday | 7/7/2025 - 7/7/2025 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 7/8/2025 - 7/10/2025 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 7/11/2025 - 7/11/2025 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Old Testament as Christian Scripture - 3.00 Hours
THIS SECTION OPEN ONLY TO POSTGRADUATE THM STUDENTS
This seminar explores the history, nature, and task of Old Testament Theology. Beginning with a doctrine of Scripture, this course will address the history of the discipline as well as key figures and approaches to Old Testament theology. The seminar will conclude by addressing Old Testament Theology’s relation to Biblical Theology and Christian Dogmatics.
OT7300-O1 - Residential
Dr. Mark Gignilliat
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday | 7/7/2025 - 7/7/2025 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 7/8/2025 - 7/10/2025 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 7/11/2025 - 7/11/2025 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Communication I - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
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-O1 - Hybrid
Prof. Mike Glodo
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Preaching Laboratory II - 2.00 Hours
This hybrid preaching lab is designed for and limited to MDiv students enrolled in RTS Orlando’s Hybrid MDiv degree program. Prerequisite: Preaching Laboratory I (PT5125, 2 hrs)
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
PT5175-O1 - Hybrid
Rev. Larry Kirk
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Preaching Laboratory II - 2.00 Hours
This hybrid preaching lab is designed for and limited to MDiv students enrolled in RTS Orlando’s Hybrid MDiv degree program. Prerequisite: Preaching Laboratory I (PT5125, 2 hrs)
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
PT5175-O2 - Hybrid
Dr. Chuck Colson
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Preaching Laboratory II - 2.00 Hours
This hybrid preaching lab is designed for and limited to MDiv students enrolled in RTS Orlando’s Hybrid MDiv degree program. Prerequisite: Preaching Laboratory I (PT5125, 2 hrs)
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
PT5175-O3 - Hybrid
Dr. Irwyn Ince
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Preaching Laboratory II - 2.00 Hours
This hybrid preaching lab is designed for and limited to MDiv students enrolled in RTS Orlando’s Hybrid MDiv degree program. Prerequisite: Preaching Laboratory I (PT5125, 2 hrs)
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
PT5175-O4 - Hybrid
Dr. Geoffrey Ziegler
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Evangelism - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
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-O1 - Hybrid
Dr. Damein Schitter
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Pastoral Counseling - 3.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
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.
PT5350-O2 - Hybrid
Mr. Ben Kandt
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Pastoral Counseling - 3.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
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.
PT5350-O1 - Hybrid
Rev. Mike Osborne
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Theological Research and Writing - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
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-O1 - Hybrid
Mr. Michael Farrell
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Principles of Church Planting - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 26. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of May 26.
This course will cover the spiritual, personal, relational and organizational dimensions of church planting. It will offer a detailed task analysis for every stage of the church planting process from before going to the field to the reproduction of daughter churches. Topics include: a theology of church planting, self-assessment of suitableness for church planting, personal and family life of the church planter, developing a philosophy of ministry, conducting basic demographic studies, outreach in the church plant, leadership development, understanding and applying church health principles, and developing the basic ministries necessary for the planting of a healthy, growing, reproducing church.
PT6205-O1 - Hybrid
Rev. Christopher Vogel
7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 6:00 PM - 9:00 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-O1 - Residential
Dr. Scott Swain
7/14/2025 - 7/18/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 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, hermeneutics, and the role of the covenants in preaching and pastoral ministry.
ST5300-O1 - Residential
Dr. J. Nicholas Reid
6/30/2025 - 7/3/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday | 6/30/2025 - 7/2/2025 | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday | 7/3/2025 - 7/3/2025 | 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Reformed Catholicity in the 16th C - 3.00 Hours
THIS SECTION OPEN ONLY TO POSTGRADUATE THM STUDENTS
This course explores works by Protestant theologians in the sixteenth century to consider the way in which they sought to pass on the catholic tradition and also to develop or reform it. The course focuses especially on the works of Martin Luther, Huldrych Zwingli, Martin Bucer, John Calvin, Heinrich Bullinger, and Peter Martyr Vermigli.
ST7350-O1 - Residential
Dr. Michael Allen
7/14/2025 - 7/18/2025
Monday | 7/14/2025 - 7/14/2025 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 7/15/2025 - 7/17/2025 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday | 7/18/2025 - 7/18/2025 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
D.Min Courses
Preaching the Epistle to the Romans - 3.00 Hours
POSTGRADUATE DMIN COURSE: Registration for this course will be open from April 1 – June 15, 2025 Romans has loomed large in the Reformed tradition. Perhaps it has loomed so large that many ministers have shied away from venturing an exposition of this epistle in the congregations they serve. In this course, students will work to overcome that fear by thinking exegetically, theologically, and practically about preaching this epistle. The course objectives are to understand some of the leading exegetical and theological issues arising from Romans; to evaluate representative Reformed expositions of Romans; and, to become a better expositor and communicator of Romans to the church.
D.Min.
DM8230-O1
Dr. Guy Waters
Monday | 7/14/2025 - 7/14/2025 | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 7/15/2025 - 7/17/2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday | 7/18/2025 - 7/18/2025 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
7/14/2025 - 7/18/2025
Forming Disciples for Faith & Work - 3.00 Hours
POSTGRADUATE DMIN COURSE: Registration for this course will be open from April 1 – June 15, 2025 This course explores the process of forming disciples for faith and work integration. Building on a robust theology of faith and work, the class will emphasize the crucial role of pastors and church leaders in cultivating a theological vision of congregational mission, a congregational culture that fuels disciples for all their callings, and pastoral practices that encourage the congregation in their vocational vision. Integral to the class is each student’s engagement in a process for assessing and strengthening the theological foundations, ministry culture, and ministry practice of their current congregation, in the area of forming disciples for faith and work.
D.Min.
DM8445-O1
Dr. Damein Schitter
Monday | 7/21/2025 - 7/21/2025 | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 7/22/2025 - 7/24/2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday | 7/25/2025 - 7/25/2025 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
7/21/2025 - 7/25/2025
History of Christianity I - 3.00 Hours
This general introduction to Christianity in the early and medieval periods focuses on key Christian doctrines, ancient creeds, and great leaders from Justin Martyr to Martin Luther who made contributions of lasting significance to the Christian Church.
HT5100-O1 - Residential
Dr. Michael Allen
9/2/2025 - 12/2/2025
Tuesday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Latin I - 2.00 Hours
PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT VIA ZOOM AND IS REMOTE LIVE.
This course is an introduction to the Latin language, particularly Ecclesiastical Latin. Students will concentrate on basic vocabulary and analysis of the grammar of Latin as well as begin to read Christian texts from the early Church and Reformation.
HT6100-O1 - Remote Live
Dr. David Noe
9/2/2025 - 12/2/2025
Tuesday | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
The Thought of Herman Bavinck - 2.00 Hours
PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT VIA ZOOM AND IS REMOTE LIVE.
This course is a reading seminar that works through Bavinck’s texts systematically and chronologically, paying specific attention to those texts that lie outside of the dogmatics. Students will be trained to engage Bavinck’s own writings, and discern some of his main interlocutors within the context of modern theology in the 19th- 20th centuries, with an eye toward contemporary theological issues and debates.
HT6330-O1 - Remote Live
Dr. Gray Sutanto
8/28/2025 - 12/4/2025
Thursday | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Greek II - 3.00 Hours
This course continues the study of grammar, builds vocabulary, and develops techniques for the exposition of the Greek text.
NT5125-O1 - Residential
Dr. Greg Lanier
8/28/2025 - 12/4/2025
Thursday | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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-O1 - Residential
Dr. Greg Lanier
9/2/2025 - 12/2/2025
Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 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-O1 - Residential
Dr. Greg Lanier
8/28/2025 - 12/4/2025
Thursday | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hebrews - Revelation - 3.00 Hours
An introduction to the General Epistles and Revelation that includes the history, setting, theme, purpose, and message of each book.
NT5350-O1 - Residential
Dr. Zach Cole
9/2/2025 - 12/2/2025
Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Greek Readings - 1.00 Hours
A study of selected Greek texts. May be repeated for credit.
NT6100-O1 - Residential
Dr. Zach Cole
8/27/2025 - 12/3/2025
Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 1:59 PM
Exegesis of Romans - 2.00 Hours
This course constitutes an intense exegetical study of this discrete portion of the New Testament.
NT6110-O1 - Residential
Dr. Zach Cole
8/28/2025 - 12/4/2025
Thursday | 2:01 PM - 4:00 PM
Hebrew Exegesis - 2.00 Hours
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-O1 - Residential
Dr. Mark Futato
8/28/2025 - 12/4/2025
Tuesday, Thursday | 1:00 PM - 1:59 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-O1 - Residential
Dr. J. Nicholas Reid
9/2/2025 - 12/2/2025
Tuesday | 9:00 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-O1 - Residential
Dr. Mark Futato
8/27/2025 - 12/3/2025
Wednesday | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Akkadian - 2.00 Hours
The course is a basic study of Akkadian, which is a Semitic language. Students will also be introduced to the cuneiform script. Throughout the course, various primary sources will be consulted. This presents an opportunity for the student to learn one of the important languages from the ancient Near East and will provide necessary tools for comparative interpretation of the Hebrew and Aramaic portions of the Bible.
OT6125-O1 - Residential
Dr. J. Nicholas Reid
8/27/2025 - 12/8/2025
Thursday | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Exegesis of Malachi - 2.00 Hours
This course is an examination of the book of Malachi in its theological, exegetical, and historical significance with particular emphasis placed on covenant theology and the history of interpretation.
OT6455-O1 - Residential
Dr. J. Nicholas Reid
9/2/2025 - 12/2/2025
Tuesday | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Akkadian - 3.00 Hours
POSTGRADUATE-LEVEL COURSE/Registration is open only to those admitted to the Master of Theology (ThM) degree program.
OT7010-O1 - Residential
Dr. J. Nicholas Reid
8/28/2025 - 12/4/2025
Thursday | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Exegesis of Malachi - 3.00 Hours
POSTGRADUATE-LEVEL COURSE/Registration is open only to those admitted to the Master of Theology (ThM) degree program.
This course is an examination of the book of Malachi in its theological, exegetical, and historical significance with particular emphasis placed on covenant theology and the history of interpretation.
OT7270-O1 - Residential
Dr. J. Nicholas Reid
9/2/2025 - 12/2/2025
Tuesday | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Preaching Laboratory I - 2.00 Hours
Building upon PT5100, students will preach multiple sermons.
PT5125-O1 - Residential
Prof. Mike Glodo
9/8/2025 - 12/8/2025
Monday | 1:00 PM - 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-O1 - Residential
Prof. Mike Glodo
8/27/2025 - 12/3/2025
Wednesday | 2:00 PM - 4:00 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-O1 - Residential
Dr. Damein Schitter
8/27/2025 - 12/3/2025
Wednesday | 2:00 PM - 4:00 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-O1 - Residential
Dr. Irwyn Ince
9/5/2025 - 11/8/2025
Friday | 9/5/2025 - 9/5/2025 | 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 9/6/2025 - 9/6/2025 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday | 11/7/2025 - 11/7/2025 | 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 11/8/2025 - 11/8/2025 | 8:00 AM - 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-O1 - Residential
Prof. Mike Glodo
8/27/2025 - 12/3/2025
Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Leadership & Discipleship - 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.
PT5275-O1 - Residential
Mr. John Muether
8/27/2025 - 12/3/2025
Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Worship - 2.00 Hours
The purpose of this course is to provide students with the biblical foundations for worship. This course will emphasize that gathered worship is legitimate, necessary, important, and should be conducted biblically in both form and content. In addition, the course will address the liturgical use of creeds, matters of music, congregational singing, contextualization, and “worship styles.” The goal is to prepare students to be biblical worshippers, to help others be biblical worshippers, and to be effective leaders in worship.
PT5300-O1 - Residential
Dr. Chuck Colson
8/28/2025 - 12/4/2025
Thursday | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Pastoral Counseling - 3.00 Hours
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.
PT5350-O1 - Residential
Rev. Mike Osborne
9/2/2025 - 12/2/2025
Tuesday | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Personal Sanctification - 1.00 Hours
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-O1 - Residential
Dr. Michael Allen
9/19/2025 - 9/20/2025
Friday | 9/19/2025 - 9/19/2025 | 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 9/20/2025 - 9/20/2025 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Classics of Personal Devotions - 1.00 Hours
Devotional writings from the history of the church, including creeds, as well as from more contemporary Christians, are read and discussed to deepen the student’s knowledge of and love for God.
PT5400-O1 - Residential
Mr. John Muether
8/28/2025 - 12/4/2025
Thursday | 9:00 AM - 9:59 AM
MDiv Field Education Seminar - 0.00 Hours
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-O1 - Residential
Rev. Mike Osborne
8/27/2025 - 12/3/2025
Wednesday | 4:01 PM - 5:00 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-O1 - Residential
Dr. Michael Allen
8/28/2025 - 12/4/2025
Thursday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 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-O1 - Residential
Dr. Scott Swain
8/27/2025 - 12/3/2025
Wednesday | 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-O1 - Residential
Dr. Justin Holcomb
9/8/2025 - 12/8/2025
Monday | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Latin I - 3.00 Hours
POSTGRADUATE-LEVEL COURSE/Registration is open only to those admitted to the Master of Theology (ThM) degree program.
PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT VIA ZOOM AND IS REMOTE LIVE.
This course is an introduction to the Latin language, particularly Ecclesiastical Latin. Students will concentrate on basic vocabulary and analysis of the grammar of Latin as well as begin to read Christian texts from the early Church and Reformation.
ST7010-O1 - Remote Live
Dr. David Noe
9/2/2025 - 12/2/2025
Tuesday | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
The Thought of Herman Bavinck - 3.00 Hours
POSTGRADUATE-LEVEL COURSE/Registration is open only to those admitted to the Master of Theology (ThM) degree program.
PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT VIA ZOOM AND IS REMOTE LIVE.
This course is a reading seminar that works through Bavinck’s texts systematically and chronologically, paying specific attention to those texts that lie outside of the dogmatics. Students will be trained to engage Bavinck’s own writings, and discern some of his main interlocutors within the context of modern theology in the 19th- 20th centuries, with an eye toward contemporary theological issues and debates.
ST7365-O1 - Remote Live
Dr. Gray Sutanto
8/28/2025 - 12/4/2025
Thursday | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Gospel and Race - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
An introductory exploration of the intersection between the Gospel and racial issues. Attention will be paid to biblical-theological material, the history of race relations especially in the United States, and sociological data. Students will seek to work through these issues toward practical steps for ministry application in their local ministry contexts.
HT6210-O1 - Hybrid
Dr. Sean Lucas
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Dostoevsky: Theology & Literature - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
This course provides an introduction to Fyodor Dostoevsky’s life and work with a focus on close readings of two of his major writings, “The Brothers Karamazov” and “Crime and Punishment.” Special attention will be given in the lectures and class discussions to the theological and literary contexts for Dostoevsky’s writings and their relevance to contemporary ministry.
HT6328-O1 - Hybrid
Dr. Josh Bruce
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Current Issues in Text & Canon - 3.00 Hours
POSTGRADUATE-LEVEL COURSE/Registration is open only to those admitted to the Master of Theology (ThM) degree program.
The purpose of this course is to familiarize the student with recent developments in the fields of New Testament textual criticism and biblical canon.
NT7315-O1 - Residential
Dr. Greg Lanier
Dr. Zach Cole
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026
Monday | 1/12/2026 - 1/12/2026 | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 1/13/2026 - 1/15/2026 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday | 1/16/2026 - 1/16/2026 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 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-O1 - Residential
Dr. Mark Futato
1/5/2026 - 1/26/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Exposition of Zechariah - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
This course will provide a chapter-by-chapter study of Zechariah with a view toward its use and application in present day ministry.
OT6450-O1 - Hybrid
Prof. Mike Glodo
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Preaching Laboratory I - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
Building upon PT5100, students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other nonministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.
PT5125-O4 - Hybrid
Dr. Geoffrey Ziegler
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Preaching Laboratory I - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
Building upon PT5100, students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other nonministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.
PT5125-O3 - Hybrid
Rev. Mike Osborne
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Preaching Laboratory I - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
Building upon PT5100, students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other nonministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.
PT5125-O2 - Hybrid
Dr. Chuck Colson
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Preaching Laboratory I - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
Building upon PT5100, students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other nonministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.
PT5125-O1 - Hybrid
Rev. Mike Aitcheson
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Communication II - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
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-O1 - Hybrid
Rev. Larry Kirk
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Church Polity - 1.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
Students examine the biblical data relative to church government, the Book of Church Order, and creedal subscription. The organization and function of church courts, including discipline and appeals, are considered, and parliamentary procedure is emphasized.
PT5325-O1 - Hybrid
Mr. John Muether
1/12/2026 - 1/14/2026
Monday, Tuesday | 1/12/2026 - 1/13/2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wednesday | 1/14/2026 - 1/14/2026 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Classics of Personal Devotions - 1.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
Devotional writings from the history of the church, including creeds, as well as from more contemporary Christians, are read and discussed to deepen the student’s knowledge of and love for God.
PT5400-O1 - Hybrid
Mr. John Muether
1/14/2026 - 1/16/2026
Wednesday | 1/14/2026 - 1/14/2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday, Friday | 1/15/2026 - 1/16/2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Forming Disciples for Faith & Work - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
This course explores the process of forming disciples for faith and work integration. We will explore the foundations of faith and work theology as it relates to disciple making and pastoral practices that cultivate a discipleship culture of faith and work integration.
PT6501-O1 - Hybrid
Dr. Damein Schitter
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
ST: Ecclesiology & Sacraments - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Ecclesiology and Sacraments.
ST5250-O1 - Hybrid
Dr. Mark McDowell
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
ST: Ecclesiology & Sacraments - 2.00 Hours
REGISTRATION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1st. This is a HYBRID COURSE that will incorporate e-learning components prior to the on-campus class dates. Course activities start the week of December 1st.
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Ecclesiology and Sacraments.
ST5250-O2 - Hybrid
Dr. Joseph Sherrard
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Christian Thought and Philosophy - 3.00 Hours
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.
ST5400-O1 - Residential
Dr. Jon Simons
1/5/2026 - 1/9/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Divine Attributes - 3.00 Hours
POSTGRADUATE-LEVEL COURSE/Registration is open only to those admitted to the Master of Theology (ThM) degree program.
This course focuses on the doctrine of the being and attributes of God. Topics include the doctrine’s biblical foundations, philosophical presuppositions and implications, historical development and debates, and systematic coherence.
ST7600-O1 - Residential
Dr. Scott Swain
1/5/2026 - 1/9/2026
Monday | 1/5/2026 - 1/5/2026 | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 1/6/2026 - 1/8/2026 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday | 1/9/2026 - 1/9/2026 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
D.Min Courses
Preaching from the Minor Prophets - 3.00 Hours
POSTGRADUATE DOCTOR OF MINISTRY COURSE/Registration will be open from November 1 – December 15 This course provides an overview of the history and message of the Old Testament Minor Prophets for the purpose of preaching. Beginning with an overview of PropheticLiterature, students will examine the prophetic writings, focusing on hermeneutical and exegetical matters. In addition, students will look at how these books and their message are vital for the contemporary church.
D.Min.
DM8175-O1
Dr. Scott Redd
Monday | 1/26/2026 - 1/26/2026 | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 1/27/2026 - 1/29/2026 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday | 1/30/2026 - 1/30/2026 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
1/26/2026 - 1/30/2026
Covenant Theology and Ministry - 3.00 Hours
POSTGRADUATE DOCTOR OF MINISTRY COURSE/Registration will be open from November 1 – December 15 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.
D.Min.
DM8330-O1
Dr. J. Ligon Duncan
Monday | 1/12/2026 - 1/12/2026 | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 1/13/2026 - 1/15/2026 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday | 1/16/2026 - 1/16/2026 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
1/12/2026 - 1/16/2026