Teacher: Justin Bradbury

Systematic Theology (TH 551) aims to lay the foundation for a firm grasp of the basic doctrines of the Christian faith.  While the theological perspective assumed is that of the Wesleyan Church, the student is encouraged to interact with other Christian perspectives as a way to gain a clearer understanding of his/her own view.

Term 6 2022-2023

Teacher: Justin Bradbury

The Bible as Christian Scripture is normally the first course taken in the M.A. (Pastoral Theology) degree. It focuses especially on the formative role played by the Bible (as the Word of God) in shaping the life of a healthy congregation. Special attention will be given to the ways in which different genres of scripture, as well as various books of the Bible, are to be utilized in both private and public worship.

Teacher: Ken Gilmore

This course is an introduction to hermeneutics, the art of biblical interpretation, through the study of the principles of induction, the development of skills, and the use of various reference tools which are applied to specific books of the Bible.

Teacher: Ken Schenck

This course will enable the student to gain a clearer understanding of the New Testament as a whole, as well as its parts. Students will gain factual knowledge that can be passed along so that all can better know the Jesus of the New Testament and share His good news with others. The student will gain knowledge about the structure, content, history, and geography of the New Testament.

Teacher: Karen Tucker

This course is designed to introduce the educational ministry of the church. Special attention will be given to four broad topics: biblical, theological, and philosophical foundations; aspects of the teaching/learning process; the needs, abilities, and special considerations of teaching various groups of people; and the organization and design of the Christian education ministries of the local church.

Teacher: David Hansen

This course will introduce the student to basic principles of church leadership, church management, and parliamentary law. Through reading, observation, and reflection, the student will be prepared spiritually and practically to provide leadership in a local church.

Teacher: Joel Higginbotham

This course will enable the student to gain a clearer understanding of the Old Testament as whole, as well as its parts. Students will gain factual knowledge that can be passed along so that all can better know the God of the Old Testament and share His good news with others. The student will gain knowledge about the structure, content, history, and geography of the Old Testament.