Church and Family Ministries

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

An investigation of the Bible with a focus on its understanding of godly character. This investigation will explore what the Bible says about the development of a godly character and the implications of these biblical teachings both for counseling and for appropriate relationships to those beyond the counseling room. This study will provide foundation for the training and functioning of counselors and for the application of the Scriptures toward godly character through counseling.

Meeting Dates: 05/21/12-05/25/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : P 202

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is May 14

A study of essential principles involved in the administration of a Christian school. The biblical basis, philosophy, organization, policies, finances, physical resources, personnel supervision, as well as curriculum selection are included.

Meeting Dates: 07/23/12-07/27/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : P 104

A study of a philosophy of education that is informed by the truth of Scriptures with emphasis on how a biblical philosophy of education impacts the total education process in the home, church, and school. A personal, biblical philosophy of Christian school education that addresses each of the major educational components will be developed.

Meeting Dates: 07/16/12-07/20/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : P 104

A study of a variety of educational strategies with an emphasis on essential biblical perspectives on teaching. Teaching and learning issues, planning and instruction, classroom environment, classroom management, and evaluation of instruction are included. The importance of modeling a Christ-like attitude and teaching redemptively is emphasized throughout the course.

Meeting Dates: 07/09/12-07/13/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : P 104

Credit Hours: 6.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Credit Hours: 0.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Room :

Administration

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

Meeting Dates: 05/14/12-05/18/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : P 104

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is May 7

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-05/11/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : P 104

A study of the philosophy, biblical approaches, church objectives and methods, and administration of a church’s missions organizations and activities as well as the administrative application of education principles and practices in relation to the mission endeavors of the church in cultures and language groups in the United States and internationally.

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-05/11/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : P 105

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is April 30.

The course will instruct ministerial students in sound principles of money management, proper management of financial resources, special financial considerations applicable uniquely to ministers, assist in planning church financial support including insurance and retirement and provide resources pertaining to wills and estate planning.

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-05/11/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : S 118

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is April 30.

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-08/03/12

Credit Hours: 6.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Room :

Adult Education

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

A study of the characteristics, needs and potential of later adulthood, with an emphasis on appropriate discipleship and ministry models, developed with an understanding of the message of God’s word, through which are derived theological foundations for ministry with adults in the many stages of later life.

Meeting Dates: 05/14/12-05/18/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : P 204

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is May 7

Collegiate Ministry

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

In consultation with Dr. Barnett, the student is assigned a practical area of ministry with university students where he practices the Biblical principles he has learned as he builds into the lives of students.

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-05/11/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room :

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is April 30

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

This course examines the Scriptural qualifications for a minister regarding his character, vision, knowledge, and skills.

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-05/11/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : P 204

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is April 30.

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

This class takes place at the West Texas Ranch for Christ in May and focuses on what the New Testament teaches about developing disciplemakers.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Room :

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is April 30

Psychology & Counseling

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-08/03/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Additional Course Fees : 17.00

Room :

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-08/03/12

Credit Hours: 1.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Room : WCC 21

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-08/03/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Additional Course Fees : 17.00

Room :

Student Ministries

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

This course will explore culture and relationships as they affect ministry with students. The focus will be on understanding current youth culture and utilizing scriptural principles to prepare students to engage culture without succumbing to its influence. The course will also explore relationships facing student ministers, with tools for strengthening them, handling conflict within them, and working alongside them as derived from scripture.

Meeting Dates: 05/14/12-05/18/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : P 105

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is May 7

Women's Ministry

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Room :

Interdepartmental

Hispanic Studies

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

This course includes a review of the biblical and theological principles of worship valid in any culture followed by an in-depth discussion of the socio-cultural factors that make worship in the Hispanic communities so unique and different from Anglo worship practices. Music styles and genres used in Hispanic Churches will be studied from the traditional hymnody to the contemporary song movement. This course will enable a student interested in church planting and other missionary endeavors in Hispanic settings, both in USA and Latin American countries, to have a more contextualized and effective ministry.

En este curso se hará un resumen de los principios teológico-bíblicos de la adoración cristiana, seguido por una discusión profunda de los elementos socio-culturales que hacen que la adoración en el contexto hispano sea tan diferente del culto en las iglesias anglo. Se estudiarán los diversos estilos y géneros musicales que se usan en las iglesias hispanas incluyendo la himnología tradicional y los cantos contemporáneos. Este curso le dará herramientas útiles al estudiante interesado en ministrar en iglesias hispanas tanto aquí en los Estados Unidos como en otros países latinoamericanos.

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-05/11/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : C 53

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is April 30.

Roy Fish School of Evang/Missn

Explores and evaluates the various approaches to sharing the gospel of Christ with Muslims with an emphasis on clearing away theological misconceptions, removing cultural obstacles and developing effective evangelistic and discipleship practices.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : MA Islamic Studies Required trip to Lebanon May 11-22. Call ext 4335

Applied Ministry

A practicum serves as a structured and significant educational experience that takes place in a church, institution, or community environment under the supervision of ministry mentors and the guidance of the Applied Ministry Division. This experience is intended to give students the opportunity to develop specialized skills in an actual ministry practice setting.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : This course is for student going to Chiang Mai Thailand July 4-22.

APLEV 5602 provides an academic structure in which the student can participate in a formal mentorship. This course will use the mentorship process to help the student consider the ministry challenges related to the student's effectiveness in fulfilling the Great Commission.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Room :

Notes : Call 4335 to register

APLEV 5612 provides an academic structure in which the student can participate in a formal mentorship. This course will use the mentorship process to help the student consider and implement Christian leadership principles necessary for a lifetime of effective Christian leadership.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Room :

Notes : Call 4335 to register

APLEV 5622 provides an academic structure in which the student can participate in a formal mentorship. This course will use the mentorship process to help the student consider the personal challenges to effectiveness and survival in ministry and their remedies.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Room :

Notes : Call 4335 to register

APLEV 5632 provides an academic structure in which the student can participate in a formal mentorship. This course will use the mentorship process to help the student consider and implement the relationship skills necessary for effective Christian leadership.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Room :

Notes : Call 4335 to register

Evangelism

EVANG 3000 is the application of the principles of personal evangelism taught in EVANG 3303, Contemporary Evangelism. This practicum involves the implementation of personal evangelism skills and techniques taught in the classroom. It includes the presentation of the gospel message by the student with a supervisor. Corequisite: EVANG 3303.

Credit Hours: 0.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : This course is associated with the Oxford Study Tour. Call ext. 4488 to enroll.

An introduction to the nature and practice of evangelism with emphases upon the biblical, theological, and practical applications within the context of the local church. Special emphases will be given to the principles and practices of evangelistic church growth and personal witnessing. (Female students in Women's Studies concentration may substitute WOMST 4053(WOMIN 3313) in lieu of EVANG 3303.) Co-requisite: EVANG 3000.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : This course is associated with the Oxford Study tour. Call ext. 4488 to enroll.

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

A study of the urban area, the people, their needs, and various methods of evangelism and church growth. Time will be spent in lectures, assigned readings, and research, as well as in an urban area, observing the challenges and participating in various ministries utilized by churches and denominational agencies.

Meeting Dates: 05/10/12-05/16/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Course associate with a trip to NYC. Contact ext. 6679 for information and registration.

Missions

A comprehensive study of cultural anthropology with special reference to principles needed for effective cross-cultural adjustment, communication, and missionary work at home or abroad. Special attention is given to social structures, thought forms, and social change in light of the missionary's role as a change agent.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Modular Course in Prauge. For overseas missionaries only. Call ext. 6400 to register

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

Study in strategic thinking and planning for reaching unreached population segments. Students take the role of Strategy Coordinator (SC) to develop a strategy plan for reaching a specific people group or city.

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-05/11/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : F 19

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is April 30.

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

A study of the use of Bible stories to communicate the Christian message with people who are primary oral communicators. Special attention is given to selecting, adapting, and telling Bible stories chronologically with a view to evangelizing, discipling, training, and starting churches among adherents of non-Christian belief systems in this country and throughout the world.

Meeting Dates: 05/14/12-05/18/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : MCC 252

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is May 7

Explores and evaluates the various approaches to sharing the gospel of Christ with Muslims with an emphasis on clearing away theological misconceptions, removing cultural obstacles and developing effective evangelistic and discipleship practices.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : MA Islamic Studies required trip to Lebanon May 11-22. Call ext 4335

Explores and evaluates the various approaches to sharing the gospel of Christ with Muslims with an emphasis on clearing away theological misconceptions, removing cultural obstacles and developing effective evangelistic and discipleship practices.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Mission Trip Thailand, July 4-22. Call ext 7500

This course provides students the opportunity to study the origin, essential thought, and historical development of various world religions. It is done in a context, usually abroad, where adherents of the selected set of world religions studied at a given time live and work. The aim is to engage them with lively discussion in order to learn about their religious beliefs and to provide an interfaith witness opportunity. Two religions are studied at one time, paired from among the following: Buddhism, Islam, Hinduism, or Animistic or Tribal religions. Other belief systems may be selected as needed. (May also be taken to substitute for MISSN 4333 – World Religions: A Missionary Approach)

Meeting Dates: 07/04/12-07/22/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Mission Trip Thailand, July 4-22. Call ext 7500

This course provides students the opportunity to study the origin, essential thought, and historical development of various world religions. It is done in a context, usually abroad, where adherents of the selected set of world religions studied at a given time live and work. The aim is to engage them with lively discussion in order to learn about their religious beliefs and to provide an interfaith witness opportunity. Two religions are studied at one time, paired from among the following: Buddhism, Islam, Hinduism, or Animistic or Tribal religions. Other belief systems may be selected as needed. (May also be taken to substitute for MISSN 4333 – World Religions: A Missionary Approach)

Credit Hours: 3.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Mission Trip Udmurtia Call ext 7500 for information

This course prepares students to travel abroad and practice principles of cross-cultural communication of the gospel for the purpose of evangelizing people in host cultures. May be taken to substitute for MISSN 3100 - Introduction to Missions Practicum

Credit Hours: 3.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Mission Trip Thailand, July 4-22. Call ext 7500

This course prepares students to travel abroad and practice principles of cross-cultural communication of the gospel for the purpose of evangelizing people in host cultures. May be taken to substitute for MISSN 3100 - Introduction to Missions Practicum

Credit Hours: 3.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Mission Trip Udmurtia Call ext 7500 for information

Theology

Applied Ministry

Credit Hours: 1.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

The student works alongside a church leader in a covenant relationship to develop in areas of both competence and character to further their readiness for leadership in the local church.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

The student works alongside a church leader in a covenant relationship to develop in areas of both competence and character to further their readiness for leadership in the local church.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

A practicum serves as a structured and significant educational experience that takes place in a church, institution, or community environment under the supervision of ministry mentors and the guidance of the Applied Ministry Division. This experience is intended to give students the opportunity to develop specialized skills in an actual ministry practice setting.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

A practicum serves as a structured and significant educational experience that takes place in a church, institution, or community environment under the supervision of ministry mentors and the guidance of the Applied Ministry Division. This experience is intended to give students the opportunity to develop specialized skills in an actual ministry practice setting.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

A relational experience in which one person (Mentor) empowers another (Mentoree) by sharing God-given resources such as personal strengths, resources, and networks (friendships/contacts) to help the student reach his or her goals.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

A relational experience in which one person (Mentor) empowers another (Mentoree) by sharing God-given resources such as personal strengths, resources, and networks (friendships/contacts) to help the student reach his or her goals.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

Usually a longer more structured learning experience in which the student works with a church or ministry leader to develop a skill or cluster of skills to advance their competence in ministry.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

Usually a longer more structured learning experience in which the student works with a church or ministry leader to develop a skill or cluster of skills to advance their competence in ministry.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

Advanced disciple-making practicum. The student works within the context of a local church to broaden their understanding and personal experience in New Testament one-on-one discipling of new or recent believers.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

Advanced disciple-making practicum. The student works within the context of a local church to broaden their understanding and personal experience in New Testament one-on-one discipling of new or recent believers.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

Designed for those students who are currently serving in a church ministry position. The emphasis is on the improvement of ministry skills as well as personal growth.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

Designed for those students who are currently serving in a church ministry position. The emphasis is on the improvement of ministry skills as well as personal growth.

Credit Hours: 2.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Call x4765 to register

Archaeology and Archaeological Method

An on-site excavation or site survey in the Bible lands to provide field experience in current scientific archaeological methods. The course will include lectures on archaeological methods and theory, visits to sites of importance for biblical archaeology, field excavation, and a related research project.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Additional Course Fees : 500.00

Room :

Notes : Course associated with a dig to Cyprus. Call Ext. 4880 to enroll.

An on-site excavation or site survey in the Bible lands to provide field experience in current scientific archaeological methods. The course will include lectures on archaeological methods and theory, visits to sites of importance for biblical archaeology, field excavation, and a related research project.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Additional Course Fees : 500.00

Room :

Notes : Course associated with a survey trip to Isreal Call Ext. 4455 to enroll.

Baptist Studies

A survey of the historical basis of Baptist thought and practice from its inception to the present. Under consideration shall be the major theological issues addressed by Baptists, Baptist ecclesiology, and leading Baptist figures. Special attention shall be given to the Southern Baptist Convention and its cooperative program and agencies.

Eine Vorlesung über Entstehung und Entwicklung täuferischer sowie baptistischer Gemeinden und Theologie (mit Betonung auf Baptismus) von den Anfängen im 16. Jahrhundert bis in die Gegenwart.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : This course is associated with the Oxford Study tour. Call ext. 4488 to enroll.

A history of the founding and development of Southern Baptist church life. Basic organizational principles and characteristic functions of the Southern Baptist Convention will be addressed in this study as well as the role of associations and state conventions.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room :

Notes : This course will be co-taught by Dr. Jason Duesing and Dr. Thomas White. This course is a part of the SBC Annual Meeting this year in New Orleans, June 19 - 20. Open enrollment. Course considered a main campus residential elective course for masters and college students. Students are responsible for travel, room, meals and need to arrive by 5 p.m. Monday, June 18 and depart no earlier than 4 p.m. Wednesday, June 20. Two pre-course lectures are required preparation either via live attendance in person or online May 21 and 22, 6:15 to 9:00p.m. or via online review prior to June 18. Syllabus with all course assignments and schedule available from professors or posted on Blackboard upon registration.

Christian Ethics

Study of the biblical and theological foundations of the Christian home. Students will be equipped to apply sound moral standards in their relationships at home and to build strong families.

Meeting Dates: 05/23/12-05/23/12
05/24/12-05/24/12
05/25/12-05/25/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : S 120
S 120
S 120

Notes : Hybrid course which meets for a shortened period in the classroom. Other work will be completed outside of class as pre- and/or post-assignments. Deadline for registration is May 14.

Study of the biblical and theological foundations of the Christian home. Students will be equipped to apply sound moral standards in their relationships at home and to build strong families.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Modular Course in Prauge. For overseas missionaries only. Call ext. 6400 to register

Study of how the Bible addresses significant moral concerns. Students will have the opportunity to learn moral teachings of both the Old and New Testaments, evaluate significant hermeneutical models for addressing contemporary moral issues from a biblical perspective, and investigate biblical materials that pertain to several key contemporary moral issues including marriage and divorce, abortion, and homosexuality.

Beschäftigung mit aktuellen ethischen Fragen (Gentechnologie, Euthanasie, Homosexualität etc.) aus biblischer Perspektive.

Meeting Dates: 05/14/12-05/18/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : S 116

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is May 7

The biblical and theological basis for character development will be explored with a view to guiding the student in discovering that which strengthens and grows Christian character, especially as it relates to decision making. The process of decision making will also be studied from biblical and theological perspectives as they relate to issues of authority, community, resources, and methodologies.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Modular Course in Thailand. For overseas missionaries only. Call ext. 6400 to register

Church History and Historical Theology

A general survey of the history of Christianity from the New Testament to 1500 AD.

Meeting Dates: 05/28/12-06/29/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : F 15

A general survey of the history of Christianity from 1500 AD to the present.

Meeting Dates: 07/02/12-08/03/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : F 15

A study of the lives, writings, and legacies of Anabaptists and other Radical reformers during the sixteenth century.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Course associated with Radical Refromation Study tour. Contact x4488 to enroll.

New Testament

GREEK 3356 combines GREEK 3313 and GREEK 3323 into a single accelerated course Note: This is a single, 6-credit-hour course. The school will not entertain requests for drops beyond the drop deadline except in serious extenuating circumstances, nor will the school entertain requests to change the registration from GREEK 3356 to GREEK 3313 and GREEK 3323 in order to avoid a failure of all 6 hours. The drop deadline is the same for all other courses offered with the same starting date.

Meeting Dates: 05/28/12-08/03/12

Credit Hours: 6.00

Room : S 121

An introduction to the Jewish, Greek and Roman backgrounds, the canon of the New Testament, and the contents of Matthew-Acts with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications.

*Students who have completed six hours in New Testament survey or introduction in college with a grade of B or better may be eligible to replace New Testament NEWTS 3313-3323 by selecting six hours of work from other NEWTS courses. The student must complete an "Advanced Standing without Credit" application and have a transcript evaluation by the Office of the Registrar.

Meeting Dates: 06/04/12-06/29/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : S 121

An introduction to the contents of the New Testament books Romans-Revelation with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretation, and contemporary applications.

*Students who have completed six hours in New Testament survey or introduction in college with a grade of B or better may be eligible to replace New Testament NEWTS 3313-3323 by selecting six hours of work from other NEWTS courses. The student must complete an "Advanced Standing without Credit" application and have a transcript evaluation by the Office of the Registrar.

Meeting Dates: 07/02/12-07/27/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : S 121

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

A critical and expositional study of Ephesians based on the English text.

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-05/11/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : S 116

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is April 30.

Old Testament

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

HEBRW 4356 combines HEBRW 4313 and HEBRW 4323 into a single accelerated course.

Note: This is a single, 6-credit-hour course. The school will not entertain requests for drops beyond the drop deadline except in serious extenuating circumstances, nor will the school entertain requests to change the registration from HEBRW 4356 to HEBRW 4313 and HEBRW 4323 in order to avoid a failure of all 6 hours. The drop deadline is the same for all other courses offered with the same starting date.

Meeting Dates: 05/28/12-08/03/12

Credit Hours: 6.00

Room : F 111

HEBRW 4356 combines HEBRW 4313 and HEBRW 4323 into a single accelerated course.

Note: This is a single, 6-credit-hour course. The school will not entertain requests for drops beyond the drop deadline except in serious extenuating circumstances, nor will the school entertain requests to change the registration from HEBRW 4356 to HEBRW 4313 and HEBRW 4323 in order to avoid a failure of all 6 hours. The drop deadline is the same for all other courses offered with the same starting date.

Meeting Dates: 05/28/12-08/03/12

Credit Hours: 6.00

Room : S 118

An introduction to the ancient Near Eastern background and the canon of the Old Testament and the contents of Genesis-Esther with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications.

*Students who have completed six hours in Old Testament survey or introduction in college with a grade of B or better may be eligible to replace Old Testament OLDTS 3313-3323 by selecting six hours of work from other OLDTS courses. The student must complete an "Advanced Standing without Credit" application and have a transcript evaluation by the Office of the Registrar.

Meeting Dates: 05/21/12-05/25/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : F 111

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is May 14

An introduction to the contents of the Old Testament books Job-Malachi with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications.

*Students who have completed six hours in Old Testament survey or introduction in college with a grade of B or better may be eligible to replace Old Testament OLDTS 3313-3323 by selecting six hours of work from other OLDTS courses. The student must complete an "Advanced Standing without Credit" application and have a transcript evaluation by the Office of the Registrar.

Meeting Dates: 05/28/12-06/29/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : F 111

Pastoral Ministry

The application of the principles of Christian Ministry taught in Foundations for Christian Ministry I, PASMN 3313. This practicum includes the observation, participation, and application of ministry skills and techniques taught by the various professors in the classroom. Corequisite: PASMN 3313.

Credit Hours: 0.00

Prerequisite : CR
Room :

An introduction to Christian Ministry. Topics include: call, the pastoral office, philosophy of ministry, relationships, pastoral care, pastoral counseling, and practice of ministry. Corequisite: PASMN 3000.

Meeting Dates: 05/23/12-05/23/12
05/24/12-05/24/12
05/25/12-05/25/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : S 118
S 118
S 118

Notes : Hybrid course which meets for a shortened period in the classroom. Other work will be completed outside of class as pre- and/or post-assigments. Deadline for registration is May 14.

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

A course in supervised pastoral care in various clinical settings under the guidance of supervisors certified by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education. Basic CPE is usually an initial unit most often provided in the spring or summer. Some centers provide extended CPE and arrange for the student to work one day (or more) a week for two semesters. Students interested in extended CPE should confer with the Pastoral Ministry area. Arrangements for CPE assignments should be made in advance, upon approval of a faculty and center supervisor. Prerequisite: PASMN 4313 and second year standing.

Credit Hours: 6.00

Instructor Permission Required : Yes
Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Philosophy of Religion

An introductory study of selected issues in apologetics. Common objections to Christian truth claims will be critically appraised and answered.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite : TOUR
Room :

Notes : Modular Course in Thailand. For overseas missionaries only. Call ext. 6400 to register

Preaching

The application of the principles of preaching taught in Advanced Expository Preaching, PRCHG 3323. This practicum includes the application of preaching skills and techniques taught by the various professors in the classroom. It involves the student finding a ministry setting in which to preach, preaching, and then evaluating their preaching. Corequisite: PRCHG 3323.

Credit Hours: 0.00

Prerequisite : CR
Room :

A continuation of PRCHG 3313, enhancing the development and delivery of the sermon. With the aid of videotape, the professor and peers evaluate student sermons. Additional emphasis is given to preaching the different genres of biblical literature. Prerequisites: BIBST 3203 and PRCHG 3313. Corequisite: PRCHG 3000. The content of this course satisfies PRCHG 5322.

Meeting Dates: 06/04/12-06/15/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : S 10A

A study of the use of narrative forms of proclamation to communicate biblical truth with people who are primarily oral communicators. Special attention is given to selecting, adapting, and telling biblical stories chronologically with a view to communicating the Christian message to adherents of non-Christian belief systems.

Meeting Dates: 05/14/12-05/18/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : MCC 252

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is May 7

Steward Leadership

This class is closed. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.

The course will instruct ministerial students in sound principles of money management, proper management of financial resources, special financial considerations applicable uniquely to ministers, assist in planning church financial support including insurance and retirement and provide resources pertaining to wills and estate planning.

Meeting Dates: 05/07/12-05/11/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : S 118

Notes : This class is a one week intensive course and has pre-assignments. The registration deadline is April 30.

Meeting Dates: 05/28/12-06/29/12

Credit Hours: 2.00

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Credit Hours: 2.00

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Systematic Theology

The nature, sources, and scope of systematic theology; the doctrines of revelation and the Bible, God, creation and providence, humanity and sin, and Jesus Christ. Systematic Theology I is recommended by the Theological Studies Division as a second year class.

Meeting Dates: 05/28/12-06/29/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : F 15

Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation and the Christian life, the church, and eschatology. Systematic Theology II is recommended by the Theological Studies Division as a second year class. Also, Systematic Theology I followed by Systematic Theology II is the recommended order of sequence.

Meeting Dates: 07/02/12-08/03/12

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room : F 15