FALL 2023
School for Ministry
OT1 Torah
Time: 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm
Instructor: Dr. Robert Owens
This course introduces the books of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy which comprise the section of the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible termed “Torah” or “Pentateuch.” Attention is given to historical, literary, and theological issues pertinent to the narratives, law “codes,” and liturgical material in these books Reading and exegeting scriptural texts for contemporary ministry are of central import.
Time: 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm
Instructor: Dr. Robert Owens
This course introduces the books of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy which comprise the section of the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible termed “Torah” or “Pentateuch.” Attention is given to historical, literary, and theological issues pertinent to the narratives, law “codes,” and liturgical material in these books Reading and exegeting scriptural texts for contemporary ministry are of central import.
LT1 Liturgical Theology
Time: 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Instructor: Very Rev. Dr. Michael Sniffen
In liturgical theology, we investigate the church at worship. This introductory study includes methodologies for liturgical theology as well as the history and origins of rituals, sacramental theology, and pastoral rites.
Time: 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Instructor: Very Rev. Dr. Michael Sniffen
In liturgical theology, we investigate the church at worship. This introductory study includes methodologies for liturgical theology as well as the history and origins of rituals, sacramental theology, and pastoral rites.
CH1 The Early Christian Movement
Time: 9:00 am – 10:15 am
Instructor: Canon Ted Gerbracht
Over the centuries, Anglicanism has especially valued the first 500 years of the Worldwide Christian Movement. It was during this seminal period that our patterns of worship, orders of ministry, creedal statements of belief and paths to Christian spirituality were hammered out. Join us as we review the major institutions, issues and personalities
which dominate this critical time in the formation of our faith.
Time: 9:00 am – 10:15 am
Instructor: Canon Ted Gerbracht
Over the centuries, Anglicanism has especially valued the first 500 years of the Worldwide Christian Movement. It was during this seminal period that our patterns of worship, orders of ministry, creedal statements of belief and paths to Christian spirituality were hammered out. Join us as we review the major institutions, issues and personalities
which dominate this critical time in the formation of our faith.
OT3 Prophets
Time: 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Instructor: Dr. Donn Morgan
This course introduces the prophetic books of the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Hosea, Amos, et al.). Special
attention is given to historical, literary, and theological issues pertinent to prophecy. Reading and exegeting scriptural texts for
contemporary ministry are of central import.
Time: 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Instructor: Dr. Donn Morgan
This course introduces the prophetic books of the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Hosea, Amos, et al.). Special
attention is given to historical, literary, and theological issues pertinent to prophecy. Reading and exegeting scriptural texts for
contemporary ministry are of central import.
CH3 Episcopal Church History
Time: 9:00 am – 10:15 am
Instructor: Right Rev. Dr. R. William Franklin
An historical exploration of the development and form of Anglican Christianity that emerged in the American Episcopal Church from its initial planting in Jamestown in 1607 to the present day. We will consider the development of a new form of church governance, regional differences in practice and polity, missionary strategies, and the overall response of the Episcopal Church to the needs of Episcopal communities of the faithful in the diverse religious landscape of the United States.
Time: 9:00 am – 10:15 am
Instructor: Right Rev. Dr. R. William Franklin
An historical exploration of the development and form of Anglican Christianity that emerged in the American Episcopal Church from its initial planting in Jamestown in 1607 to the present day. We will consider the development of a new form of church governance, regional differences in practice and polity, missionary strategies, and the overall response of the Episcopal Church to the needs of Episcopal communities of the faithful in the diverse religious landscape of the United States.
TH1 Systematic Theology
Time: 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm
Instructor: Rev. Dr. Joshua Samuel
The first of a two-course sequence for those without prior theological training and who wish to engage in a systematic study of Christian doctrines such as God, Christ, Holy Spirit, Trinity, Church, etc. Using Alister McGrath’s Christian Theology: An Introduction (sixth edition) which is modeled on the Apostles Creed, this introductory (and preparatory) course will help the participants to read and reflect on themes fundamental to the life and witness of the Church. Taking into consideration the realities of religious pluralism and racism in our society, the course will end with discussion on theologies of
religious diversity and Black liberation theology.
Time: 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm
Instructor: Rev. Dr. Joshua Samuel
The first of a two-course sequence for those without prior theological training and who wish to engage in a systematic study of Christian doctrines such as God, Christ, Holy Spirit, Trinity, Church, etc. Using Alister McGrath’s Christian Theology: An Introduction (sixth edition) which is modeled on the Apostles Creed, this introductory (and preparatory) course will help the participants to read and reflect on themes fundamental to the life and witness of the Church. Taking into consideration the realities of religious pluralism and racism in our society, the course will end with discussion on theologies of
religious diversity and Black liberation theology.
LT3 The Book of Common Prayer: Rubrics, Rites and Resources - B
Time: 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Instructor: Rev. Dr. Sean Wallace
The structure, use and theology of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer and all attendant resources. A continuation of LT2, this course will focus on Ordination, Confirmation, Matrimony, Reconciliation, Burial, Book of Occasional Services, all musical resources, and other selected topics.
Time: 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Instructor: Rev. Dr. Sean Wallace
The structure, use and theology of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer and all attendant resources. A continuation of LT2, this course will focus on Ordination, Confirmation, Matrimony, Reconciliation, Burial, Book of Occasional Services, all musical resources, and other selected topics.
Ordination Track Only