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

History of Christianity II - 3.00 Hours

Scheduled to meet on three weekends as follows:
FEBRUARY 10-11, MARCH 10-11 & APRIL 14-15
Friday, 3pm-9pm & Saturday, 8am-5pm
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.

02HT5200/01
Dr. Josh Bruce
Not App 11:58 PM - 11:59 PM
February 10 - April 15

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

Augustine: The City of God - 2.00 Hours

In this reading course we 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.

02HT6306/01
Dr. Michael Allen
Tuesday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 14 - May 16

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 Exegesis - 2.00 Hours

Prerequisite: Greek II (NT5125)
By studying the text of selected passages students learn grammatical analysis, apply hermeneutical principles, and develop exegetical skills.

02NT5150/01
Dr. Zachary Cole
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
February 8 - May 10

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.

02NT5300/01
Dr. Zachary Cole
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
February 14 - May 16

New Testament Foundations - 3.00 Hours

Prerequisite: Admission to RTS Orlando’s MA in Counseling degree program
This course is designed for counseling students. It will provide a basic introduction to the New Testament.

02NT5500/01
Dr. Gregory R. Lanier
Tuesday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 14 - May 16

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.

02ON5100/01
Rev. Michael J. Glodo
Thursday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
February 9 - May 11

Septuagint Readings - 2.00 Hours

Prerequisite: Greek I and Greek II (NT5100 & NT5125); Hebrew preferable but not required In this course we will read and exegete primary sources from the Greek OT (Septuagint), with special attention on the Pentateuch, Psalms, Isaiah, Daniel, and the Minor Prophets. We will study Septuagintal syntax and linguistics, the translators’ handling and interpretation of their Hebrew sources, and the NT authors’ interaction with the Greek OT. The goal of the course is to sharpen one’s handling of Greek (and Hebrew) and grow in one’s ability to understand and apply how the NT authors and their predecessors approached Israel’s covenant Scriptures.

02ON6105/01
Dr. Gregory R. Lanier
Monday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
February 13 - May 16

Hebrew II - 3.00 Hours

Prerequisite: Hebrew I (OT5100)
A continuation of OT5100

02OT5125/01
Dr. Mark D. Futato
TuesThurs 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
February 9 - May 16

Poets - 2.00 Hours

An examination of the literary structure, themes, and history of the Psalms and wisdom literature of the Old Testament.

02OT5300/01
Dr. Mark D. Futato
Wednesday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 8 - May 10

Isaiah to Malachi - 3.00 Hours

CLASS DATES: MARCH 13-17, 2023
Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm
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.

02OT5350/01
Dr. Scott Redd
Not App 11:58 PM - 11:59 PM
March 13 - March 17

Hebrew Readings - 1.00 Hours

PREREQUISITES: Hebrew I and Hebrew II
This course gives students practice in reading Hebrew prose and poetry, by reading by reading selected sections from Graded Reader of Biblical Hebrew: A Guide to Reading the Hebrew Bible. It will also give them practice in reading with the Masoretic accents, including an introduction to the accents for The Three.

02OT6100/01
Dr. Mark D. Futato
Tuesday 1:00 PM - 1:59 PM
February 14 - May 16

Exposition of Zechariah - 2.00 Hours

The Book of Zechariah is, on a proportional basis, the most referred to Old Testament book in the New Testament, yet it is rarely studied in the church. Zechariah contains diverse materials — apocalyptic visions, oracles of judgment, prescriptions — all of which depict the return of the glory of the Lord to his temple and his people through the predicted coming, suffering, and rejection of the Messianic king. The circumstances of Zechariah’s world mirror closely our own — a world where things are not right, God’s movement is not always visible, and hope is often in short supply. This course will provide a chapter-by-chapter study of Zechariah with a view toward its use and application in present day ministry.

02OT6450/01
Rev. Michael J. Glodo
Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:59 PM
February 9 - May 11

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.

02PSY5140/01
Rachel M. Blackston
Thursday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
February 9 - May 11

Professional, Ethical & Legal Studies - 3.00 Hours

Prerequisite: Admission to the MAC program.
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.

02PSY5180/01
Dr. Matthew C. Casada
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
February 14 - May 16

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.

02PSY5200/01
Dr. Scott Coupland
Monday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 13 - May 15

Neuroscience-Informed Counseling - 2.00 Hours

Prerequisite: Admission to the MAC program
Recent developments in neuroscience and psychopharmacology have contributed greatly to the fields of psychology and counseling. They are also relevant to pastors as they deal with their flocks. 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.

02PSY5240/01
Dr. Scott Coupland
Wednesday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 8 - May 10

Application of Counseling and 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.

02PSY5270/01
Dr. Scott Coupland
Dr. Elizabeth R. Pennock
Tuesday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
February 14 - May 16

Practicum - 3.00 Hours

Prerequisites: Admission to MAC program and PSY5100, PSY5150, PSY5210, PSY5220
Corequisites: PSY5110, PSY5180
Practicum begins the MAC 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.

02PSY5280/01
Dr. Scott Coupland
Tracy R. Veligdan
Not App 11:58 PM - 11:59 PM
February 6 - May 25

Practicum - 3.00 Hours

Prerequisites: Admission to MAC program and PSY5100, PSY5150, PSY5210, PSY5220
Corequisites: PSY5110, PSY5180
Practicum begins the MAC 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.

02PSY5280/02
Deborah S. Mauger
Dr. Elizabeth R. Pennock
Not App 11:58 PM - 11:59 PM
February 6 - May 25

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.

02PSY5290/01
Kelly Kohn Winkler
Not App 11:58 PM - 11:59 PM
February 6 - May 25

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.

02PSY5290/02
Dr. Elizabeth R. Pennock
Not App 11:58 PM - 11:59 PM
February 6 - May 25

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).

02PT5100/01
Rev. Michael J. Glodo
Monday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
February 13 - May 15

Preaching Lab II - 2.00 Hours

Prerequisite: PT5150
Students will preach multiple sermons.

02PT5175/01
Dr. Gregory R. Lanier
Thursday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
February 9 - May 11

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

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.

02PT5325/01
Mr. John R. Muether
Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
March 3 - March 4

Field Education 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.

02PT5905/01
Rev. Michael E. Osborne
Wednesday 4:01 PM - 5:01 PM
February 8 - May 10

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:Christology, Soteriology, Eschatology - 3.00 Hours

This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Christology, Soteriology, and Eschatology.

02ST5200/01
Dr. Michael Allen
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
February 8 - May 10

ST: Ecclesiology & Sacraments - 2.00 Hours

This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Ecclesiology and Sacraments.

02ST5250/01
Dr. Scott R. Swain
Wednesday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 8 - May 10

Christian Thought & 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.

02ST5400/01
Dr. Justin S. Holcomb
Monday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 13 - May 15

Pastoral and Social Ethics - 3.00 Hours

Students are introduced to terminology, major views, and problems in the study of ethics. The biblical basis for morality will be emphasized along with aspects of the Westminster Larger Catechism. Basic concerns and current issues in social ethics are covered.

02ST5500/01
Dr. Michael Allen
Thursday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
February 9 - May 11

Christian Encounter with Islam - 2.00 Hours

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.

02ST5550/01
Dr. Keith E. Johnson
Monday 3:01 PM - 5:01 PM
February 13 - May 15

Christ, Culture & Contextualization - 2.00 Hours

This course will explore a biblical theology of culture from a Reformed perspective, evaluate different models for Christian cultural engagement, and develop a biblical perspective on the principles and practice of contextualization. Attention will be given to the application of cultural analysis and contextualization in church ministry.

02ST5600/01
Dr. Charles B. Colson
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
February 8 - May 10

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