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-W1 - Residential
Dr. Raymond Johnson
1/6/2025 - 1/10/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 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-W1 - Residential
Dr. Peter Lee
1/13/2025 - 1/17/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Isaiah - Malachi - 3.00 Hours
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.
Students taking this course are expected to attend all in person lectures at the Washington, DC campus. There are additional live online lectures & assignments (see syllabus). Counts towards Washington residency requirements.
OT5350-W1 - Flex
Dr. Scott Redd
1/27/2025 - 1/31/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 4:30 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-W1 - Residential
Dr. Lloyd Kim
1/9/2025 - 1/13/2025
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday | 9:00 AM - 4:30 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.
Students taking this course are expected to attend all in person lectures at the Washington, DC campus. There are additional live online lectures & assignments (see syllabus). Counts towards Washington residency requirements
PT5250-W1 - Flex
Dr. Irwyn Ince
1/27/2025 - 1/30/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Church Polity - 1.00 Hours
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-W1 - Residential
Dr. David Silvernail
1/31/2025 - 2/1/2025
Friday | 1/31/2025 - 1/31/2025 | 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturday | 2/1/2025 - 2/1/2025 | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Introduction to Biblical Counseling - 2.00 Hours
This course lays the groundwork for understanding people and the implications of human suffering and struggle. Caring for God’s people is not reserved solely for official ministry roles but is for every member of the body of Christ. Through the lens of the sufficient Word of God and the centrality of the ministry of the Holy Spirit, students will learn how biblical counseling flows out of personal sanctification and discipleship. This course is designed to help students gain a foundational understanding of how change takes place through the power of the gospel and the four aspects of a personal ministry relationship. The principles learned will have deeply personal application and will equip students for the work of ministry.
PT6360-W1 - Residential
Eliza Huie
1/23/2025 - 1/25/2025
Thursday, Friday, Saturday | 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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.
Students taking this course are expected to attend all in person lectures at the Washington, DC campus. There are additional live online lectures & assignments (see syllabus). Counts towards Washington residency requirements
ST5550-W1 - Flex
Dr. Gray Sutanto
1/27/2025 - 1/30/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
History of Christianity II - 3.00 Hours
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.
HT5200-W1 - Residential
Dr. Rufus Burton
2/4/2025 - 5/13/2025
Tuesday | 2/4/2025 - 3/11/2025 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday | 3/25/2025 - 5/13/2025 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Theological Dutch II - 1.00 Hours
For those who have taken Theological Dutch I or have a beginner’s reading knowledge of Dutch, this course will focus on translation work.
This class will be meeting live on Zoom.
HT6106-W1 - Remote Live
Dr. Michael Douma
2/5/2025 - 4/2/2025
Wednesday | 2/5/2025 - 3/12/2025 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wednesday | 3/26/2025 - 4/2/2025 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Greek II - 3.00 Hours
FLEX RESIDENTIAL SECTION
This course continues the study of grammar, builds vocabulary, and develops techniques for the exposition of the Greek text.
Students taking this section of the course are expected to attend at least 51% of the course in person and the remainder live-online streaming. There are additional assignments to accommodate the online components of the class (see syllabus). Counts towards Washington residency requirements.
NT5125-W3 - Flex
Dr. Paul Jeon
1/6/2025 - 3/24/2025
Monday, Wednesday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Greek II - 3.00 Hours
SYNC SECTION
This course continues the study of grammar, builds vocabulary, and develops techniques for the exposition of the Greek text.
This course will meet live online through Zoom.
NT5125-W2 - Sync - Local
Dr. Paul Jeon
1/6/2025 - 3/24/2025
Monday, Wednesday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 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-W1 - Residential
Dr. Paul Jeon
1/6/2025 - 3/24/2025
Monday, Wednesday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Greek Exegesis - 2.00 Hours
FLEX RESIDENTIAL SECTION
By studying the text of selected passages students learn grammatical analysis, apply hermeneutical principles, and develop exegetical skills.
Students taking this section of the course are expected to attend at least 51% of the course in person and the remainder live-online streaming. There are additional assignments to accommodate the online components of the class (see syllabus). Counts towards Washington residency requirements.
NT5150-W3 - Flex
Dr. Paul Jeon
3/26/2025 - 5/12/2025
Monday, Wednesday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Greek Exegesis - 2.00 Hours
SYNC SECTION
By studying the text of selected passages students learn grammatical analysis, apply hermeneutical principles, and develop exegetical skills.
This course will meet live online through Zoom.
NT5150-W2 - Sync - Local
Dr. Paul Jeon
3/26/2025 - 5/12/2025
Monday, Wednesday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Greek Exegesis - 2.00 Hours
By studying the text of selected passages students learn grammatical analysis, apply hermeneutical principles, and develop exegetical skills
NT5150-W1 - Residential
Dr. Paul Jeon
3/26/2025 - 5/12/2025
Monday, Wednesday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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-W1 - Residential
Dr. Paul Jeon
2/4/2025 - 5/13/2025
Tuesday | 2/4/2025 - 3/11/2025 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday | 3/25/2025 - 5/13/2025 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hebrew II - 3.00 Hours
A continuation of OT5100.
OT5125-W1 - Residential
Dr. Peter Lee
1/7/2025 - 3/13/2025
Tuesday, Thursday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 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-W1 - Residential
Dr. Peter Lee
3/25/2025 - 5/8/2025
Tuesday, Thursday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 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-W1 - Residential
Dr. Peter Lee
2/3/2025 - 5/12/2025
Monday | 2/3/2025 - 3/10/2025 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Monday | 3/24/2025 - 5/12/2025 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 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-W1 - Residential
Dr. David Silvernail
2/6/2025 - 5/15/2025
Thursday | 2/6/2025 - 3/13/2025 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday | 3/27/2025 - 5/15/2025 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Preaching Laboratory II - 2.00 Hours
Building upon PT5150, students will preach multiple sermons. Women and other nonministerial candidates will substitute additional elective course hours for all Preaching Labs.
PT5175-W1 - Residential
Michael McKinley
2/6/2025 - 5/15/2025
Thursday | 2/6/2025 - 3/13/2025 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Thursday | 3/27/2025 - 5/15/2025 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 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-W1 - Residential
Michael McKinley
2/7/2025 - 2/8/2025
Friday | 2/7/2025 - 2/7/2025 | 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturday | 2/8/2025 - 2/8/2025 | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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.
Dates and times will be determined by Dr. Lee based on the number of registrants.
PT5905-W1 - Residential
Dr. Peter Lee
2/3/2025 - 2/3/2025
Monday | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Princ of Curriculum & Instructionin Xn Contexts - 2.00 Hours
This course explores the foundational principles of curriculum development and instructional methods for children through adults. Through the framework of a pedagogical cycle of planning, implementation, evaluation, and reflection, students will learn to apply these principles in ministry and Christian education settings.
PT6112-W1 - Residential
Ms. Stephanie DiMaria
2/4/2025 - 4/15/2025
Tuesday | 2/4/2025 - 3/11/2025 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday | 3/25/2025 - 4/15/2025 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Bioethics: Biblical Principles &Ministry Applications - 1.00 Hours
Confronting challenges to the admonition to protect human life created in the image of God requires a grounding in theological anthropology as well as familiarity with beginning- and end-of-life issues. This course will cover theological principles and relevant scientific and medical background to equip ministry leaders and Christians in other callings.
PT6513-W1 - Residential
Dr. Allen Roberts
Dr. Paige Cunningham
4/3/2025 - 4/5/2025
Thursday, Friday | 4/3/2025 - 4/4/2025 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday | 4/5/2025 - 4/5/2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
ST: Ecclesiology & Sacraments - 2.00 Hours
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Ecclesiology and Sacraments.
ST5250-W1 - Residential
Dr. Scott Swain
3/17/2025 - 3/21/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Apologetics - 2.00 Hours
Students examine the various approaches to apologetic methodology and engage the most frequently raised objections to the Christian faith.
ST5450-W1 - Residential
Dr. Gray Sutanto
2/4/2025 - 5/13/2025
Tuesday | 2/4/2025 - 3/11/2025 | 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tuesday | 3/25/2025 - 5/13/2025 | 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Anglican Theology - 2.00 Hours
This course surveys the development of the Reformed Theological Tradition in the Church of England from Thomas Cranmer to the Present and compares and contrasts this stream with the various other English theological traditions. It introduces students to the classic works of the major theologians throughout the period and explores the theology behind and historical reception of the Thirty-Nine articles.
ST6360-W1 - Residential
Dr. John Frederick
3/17/2025 - 3/21/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
History of Christianity II - 3.00 Hours
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.
HT5200-W1 - Residential
Dr. Rufus Burton
6/9/2025 - 6/13/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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-W1 - Residential
Dr. Guy Waters
7/28/2025 - 8/1/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 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-W1 - Residential
Dr. Peter Lee
6/16/2025 - 6/20/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:30 AM - 5:30 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-W1 - Residential
Dr. Gray Sutanto
6/2/2025 - 6/6/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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 WLC. Basic concerns and current issues in social ethics are also covered.
ST5500-W1 - Residential
Dr. William Davis
6/2/2025 - 6/6/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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.
ST5600-W1 - Residential
Dr. Gray Sutanto
Mike Park
Dr. Irwyn Ince
6/9/2025 - 6/11/2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM