Fall Winter 2024
School for Ministry
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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 REVISED
Time: 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Instructor: The Rev. Jenn Pilat
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: The Rev. Jenn Pilat
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 REVISED
Time: 9:00 am – 10:15 am
Instructor: The Rev. Dr. Clair McPherson
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: The Rev. Dr. Clair McPherson
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.
NT2 Gospel of John REVISED
Time: 9:00 am – 10:15 am
Instructor: Dr. Ian Kinman
The course introduces the Gospel of John, often called the “Fourth Gospel” and seen as a diptych of the “Book of Signs” and the “Book of Glory.” The course looks to the Gospel’s background, literary structure, theological themes, and Christology. Selected passages of the Gospel are exegeted in detail. The course will also do a comparative study of the Epistles of John.
Time: 9:00 am – 10:15 am
Instructor: Dr. Ian Kinman
The course introduces the Gospel of John, often called the “Fourth Gospel” and seen as a diptych of the “Book of Signs” and the “Book of Glory.” The course looks to the Gospel’s background, literary structure, theological themes, and Christology. Selected passages of the Gospel are exegeted in detail. The course will also do a comparative study of the Epistles of John.
OT3 Writings and Apocrypha NEW
Time: 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Instructor: Dr. Donn Morgan
This course introduces the Writings of the Old Testament/ Hebrew Bible as well as the books of the Apocrypha. Special attention is given to historical, literary, and theological issues pertinent to liturgical (Psalms, etc.), narratological (Esther, etc.), historical (Chronicles, etc.), wisdom (Proverbs, etc.), and apocalyptic (Daniel) books. 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 Writings of the Old Testament/ Hebrew Bible as well as the books of the Apocrypha. Special attention is given to historical, literary, and theological issues pertinent to liturgical (Psalms, etc.), narratological (Esther, etc.), historical (Chronicles, etc.), wisdom (Proverbs, etc.), and apocalyptic (Daniel) books. 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. Our purpose is to prepare you to use history pastorally in your various ministries.
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. Our purpose is to prepare you to use history pastorally in your various ministries.
TH1 Systematic Theology
Time: 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm
Instructor: The Rev. Dr. Joshua Samuel
The first of a two-course sequence for those who wish to engage in a systematic study of Christian doctrines such as God, Christ, Holy Spirit, Trinity, Church, etc. Modeled on the Apostles Creed, this introductory course will help 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: The Rev. Dr. Joshua Samuel
The first of a two-course sequence for those who wish to engage in a systematic study of Christian doctrines such as God, Christ, Holy Spirit, Trinity, Church, etc. Modeled on the Apostles Creed, this introductory course will help 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.
ETH Christian Ethics NEW
Time: 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Instructor: Dr. Laura Nelson
An introduction to ethics and moral theory from a distinctively Christian perspective. It will center on three crucial figures in the Christian tradition—Augustine, Aquinas, and Luther—but will also consider how this tradition relates to broader historical trends and philosophical movements and how contemporary figures have challenged and extended it. In conclusion, we will explore how Christian Ethics bears upon the moral perplexities of war and social/economic justice.
Time: 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Instructor: Dr. Laura Nelson
An introduction to ethics and moral theory from a distinctively Christian perspective. It will center on three crucial figures in the Christian tradition—Augustine, Aquinas, and Luther—but will also consider how this tradition relates to broader historical trends and philosophical movements and how contemporary figures have challenged and extended it. In conclusion, we will explore how Christian Ethics bears upon the moral perplexities of war and social/economic justice.
LT3 The Book of Common Prayer: Rubrics, Rites and Resources
Time: 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm
Instructor: The Rev. Dr. Sean M. 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: 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm
Instructor: The Rev. Dr. Sean M. 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.