Spring 2010
2010
All classes are graduate level classes unless otherwise indicated.
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Course Listings:
Biblical Studies
BI 502 | BI 620 | BI 605 | BL 552 | BL 622 | BL 652
Christian History & Thought
CH 502 | CT 502 | CT 520 | CT 600
Practical Ministry
PM 502 | PM 505 | PM 554 | PM 605 | FE 101, 102, 103 | FE 500, 501 | FM 502
Undergraduate Courses through Judson College
BST 102 | BST 322X
INTERDISCIPLINARY
GN 700—Integrative Senior Seminar
Time: Monday 1pm–3pm
Credit: 2 hours
Location: University Baptist Church
Instructor: Brett Smith
Description: A synthesis of the student’s seminary studies with the goal of helping the student integrate the whole seminary experience into a more focused preparation for active vocational ministry, usually through a major research paper or practical project. Opportunity will be given to study candidacy and interview methods. The student will be required to complete the assessment portfolio for graduation as part of this course. Required of all M.A.R. and M.Div. students. Recommended during the last semester of a student’s program.
BIBLICAL STUDIES
BI 502—New Testament Survey
Time: Thursday 6pm–9pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Twin City Bible Church
Instructor: Kenneth Cuffey
Description: An introduction to New Testament literature within the context of the Hellenistic-Roman world of the first century A.D. The course will consider the interpretation of various genres of material and will provide a survey of the individual books, their backgrounds and messages, and the culmination of redemption in the life and work of Jesus of Nazareth. Emphasis placed on the fulfillment of God’s mission by Christ and his church.
BI 620—Old Testament Canonical Study: Wisdom Books
Time: Wednesday 1pm–4pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: University Baptist Church
Instructor: Kenneth Cuffey
Description: A study of the nature, purpose, form, and message of the Wisdom books of the Old Testament—Proverbs, Job, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs. Consideration of the nature of wisdom, parallels in surrounding cultures, critical introductory and literary issues, as well as application for living today.
BI 605—Biblical Book Study: James
Time: Tuesday 6:15pm–8:30pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Windsor Road Christian Church
Instructor: Peter Spychalla
Description: A study of the NT Book of James in English translation. Application of inductive Bible study methods to the analysis of James. Consideration of the literary structure of the book, key theological themes, overall message, historical-cultural-religious backgrounds, and issues of authorship and date.
BL 552—Classical Hebrew II
Time: Monday and Wednesday 4:30pm–5:45pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: University Baptist Church
Instructor: Mike Shea
Description: A continuation of the introduction to the classical Hebrew language with further development of vocabulary skills. Emphasis will be placed on syntax, the weak verb, and readings of selected passages from the Hebrew Old Testament (such as the book of Ruth). Prerequisite: BL 551 or its equivalent.
BL 622—Advanced Greek Readings
Time: Tuesday 5pm–6pm
Credit: 2 hours
Location: Windsor Road Christian Church
Instructor: Peter Spychalla
Description: Readings of selected portions of the Greek New Testament, Septuagint, or Hellenistic literature. May be repeated for credit as selections change. Prerequisite: reading knowledge of Greek.
BL 652—Hebrew Readings
Time: TBD
Credit: 1-3 hours
Location: TBD
Instructor: Kenneth Cuffey
Description: Readings of selected portions of the Hebrew text of the Old Testament or extra-biblical inscriptions and texts. May be repeated for credit as selections change. Prerequisite: reading knowledge of Hebrew.
CHRISTIAN HISTORY & THOUGHT
CH 502—History of Christianity II: Reformation & Modern
Time: Monday 6:15pm–9pm *CHANGE IN TIME*
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Meadowbrook Community Church
Instructor: Joe Thomas
Description: A general historical survey of the Christian movement from the Protestant Reformation to the present. Attention is given to movements, significant ideas, individuals, crises, institutions, and turning points in the development of Christianity during the Reformation and modern periods.
CT 502—Theology II
Time: Tuesday 6:15pm–9pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Windsor Road Christian Church
Instructor: Todd Daly
Description: An overview of the Christian doctrines of the Holy Spirit, the work of Christ and salvation, the church as the Body of Christ, and the end times.
CT 520—Apologetics
Time: Jan. 29 & 30; Feb. 12 & 13; Mar 5 & 6; April 9 & 10 - Friday 6–9 pm Saturdays 9 am–4 pm with an hour for lunch
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Stratford Park Bible Chapel
Instructor: Todd Daly
Description: A survey of Christian apologetics: the means by which one provides convincing presentations of the Christian faith in the face of skepticism and criticism. Specific emphasis will be placed on the historical and theological issues surrounding an explanation of the Christian faith as well as methods uniquely suited to concerns raised within a postmodern climate.
CT 600—Theology and Contemporary Issues
Time: Tuesday 12pm–2:45pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Windsor Road Christian Church
Instructor: Todd Daly
Description: A study of selected topics in which contemporary cultural and church issues are addressed from a theological perspective. The course will focus on topics to be determined both by student input and interest and changing cultural phenomena. Prerequisite: CT 501-502 or permission of the instructor.
PRACTICAL MINISTRY
PM 502—Worship
Time: Thursday 2:30pm–5:30pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Twin City Bible Church
Instructor: Judith Webb
Description: A survey of the biblical and theological foundations of worship giving consideration to its nature and definition as well as to styles and traditions. Consideration will be given to designing and leading worship in a local congregation or campus ministry.
PM 505—Introduction to Christian Counseling
Time: Wednesday 6:30pm–8:30pm
Credit: 2 hours
Location: Stratford Park Bible Chapel
Instructor: Jim Klein
Description: An introduction to the field of counseling from a Christian perspective showing the integration of psychology with theology. Attention will be given to basic approaches and theories along with practical implementation.
PM 554—The World Christian Movement: A Gateway to Mission
Time: Monday 7pm–10pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Windsor Road Christian Church
Instructor: Michael McQueen
Description: A survey of the global cause of Christ in Christian missions. Biblical, theological, and historical foundations for missions, crucial issues of cross-cultural ministry, recent developments in methods, application in the local church, and future trends. Consideration of personal relational evangelism. This course will use selected materials from Perspectives on the World Christian Movement courses of the U.S. Center for World Mission.
PM 605—Advanced Heart Motives
Time: Monday 6:30pm–8:30pm
Credit: 2 hours
Location: Stratford Park Bible Chapel
Instructor: Min Chung
Description: An advanced examination of counseling from the perspective of Heart Motives, with attention to the clinical and practical use of the theology and theory which underlies Heart Motives counseling. Prerequisite: PM 506-100 or permission from the instructor.
FE 101, 102, 103—Field Education
Time: January 21, March 18 and May 16 12pm–1pm
Credit: 0 hours
Location: University Baptist Church
Instructor: Brett Smith
Description: Each Master of Divinity student preparing for full-time ministry must be involved in the ministry of a local church (or, with approval from the Field Education director, a parachurch ministry) under the guidance of a mentor. This is to involve ongoing ministry in an area chosen by the student in collaboration with the mentor as well as exposure to a variety of areas of the ministry of the local congregation. The expected student commitment is 3-5 hours each week. An internship in a local church may fulfill this requirement.
FE 500, 501—Field Education
Time: January 21, March 18 and May 16 12pm–1pm
Credit: .5 hours
Location: University Baptist Church
Instructor: Brett Smith
Description: A continuation of FE 101-102-103 with a commitment to an on-going ministry of 7-10 hours per week. Self-analysis in ministry and further integration of the student's educational experiences with actual ministry opportunities. An internship in a local church may fulfill this requirement. Prerequisite: FE 101-102-103.
FM 502—Spiritual Formation and Discipleship
Time: Tuesday 3pm–5:45pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Windsor Road Christian Church
Instructor: Paul Thomason
Description: An exploration of the dynamics of the spiritual life as well as the process of spiritual growth. This will lead to personal assessment of the student’s character, temperament, gifts, and other traits relevant to ministry. Emphasis will be placed both on personal spiritual formation of the student as well as on guiding and counseling others in spiritual formation. Students will explore a scriptural approach to discipleship, as well as various spiritual disciplines, including prayer, meditation, and reading of Scripture.
Undergraduate Courses through Judson College
BST 102 – Biblical Studies: New Testament
Time: Thursday 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Twin City Bible Church
Instructor: Kenneth Cuffey
Description: An introduction to the New Testament literature within the context of the Hellenistic-Roman world of the first century A.D. The literary genres, background and message of the individual books, the life of Jesus, and the early church. Articulated into the University of Illinois as credit for Religious Studies 202.
BST 322X – History of Christianity I
Time: Monday 6:15pm - 9:00pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Meadowbrook Community Church
Instructor: Joe Thomas
Description: A general historical survey of the Christian movement from the Protestant Reformation to the present. Attention is given to movements, significant ideas, individuals, crises, institutions, and turning points in the development of Christianity during the Reformation and modern periods. Articulated into the University of Illinois as credit in Religious Studies 2--.