Spring Courses

2012

All classes are graduate level classes unless otherwise indicated.
The semester runs from Tuesday, January 17, 2012 to Friday, May 11, 2012

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Interdisciplinary, Biblical Studies, Christian History & Thought, Practical Ministry, Undergraduate

INTERDISCIPLINARY

GN 700 – 100 Integrative Senior Seminar
Time: Monday 10:00am - 11:30am
Credit: 2 hours
Location: University Baptist Church, 2nd Floor Classroom
Professor: 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 – 100 New Testament Survey
Time: Wednesday 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Twin City Bible Church, Fellowship Hall (downstairs)
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 605 – 160 Micah: English Book Study
Time: Thursday 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Credit: 2 hours
Location: Windsor Road Christian Church, Room 110
Instructor: Kenneth Cuffey
Description: What is God's plan for restoring what falls apart in life? Whether for a disintegrating society or in personal life, an inductive study of the book of Micah offers a glimpse of God's character that speaks to such crises. Historical setting, literary structure and coherence of the book, exposition of the message and theology of each passage, and application to contemporary life. The course will be based on the English text, but will have an option for students with Hebrew reading knowledge to use Hebrew in their assignments.

BI 605 - 101 Gospel of John
Time: Tuesday 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: First Christian Church, Room 106
Instructor: Peter Spychalla
Description: A study of the Gospel of John using the text in English translation. An in-depth consideration of historical setting, issues of authorship and date, literary structure of the book, and overall message.

BL 552 - 100 Classical Hebrew II
Time: Monday & Thursday 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Windsor Road Christian Church, Room 109
Professor: 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 652 Hebrew Readings
Time: TBD
Credit: 1-3 hours
Location: TBD
Instructor: Staff
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 – 100 History of World Christianity II
Time: Thursday Jan 19, Feb 2, 16, Mar 1, 15, 29, Apr 12, 26, May 5 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Meadowbrook Community Church
Instructor: Joseph 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 – 100 Theology II
Time: Monday 1:30pm - 4:15pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Windsor Road Christian Church, Room 109
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 510 – 100 Christian Ethics
Time: Wednesday 3:30pm - 5:45pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Twin City Bible Church, Fellowship Hall
Instructor: Todd Daly
Description: An introduction to the principles and practice of Christian ethics that examines biblical and philosophical questions surrounding the establishment of ethics, and the role of scripture in ethical reflection and character formation as it relates to contemporary cultural issues and moral problems.

CT 740 – 110 Theology & Film
Time: Wednesday 6:00pm - 8:00pm and Friday 7:00pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Twin City Bible Church, SW Basement Classroom
Instructor: Todd Daly and Brent Dickman
Description: An introduction to the analysis and appreciation of film from a theological perspective. The course will explore how the cinema contributes to our theological understanding of life, culture, ministry, and doctrine. Topics to be explored include the Bible and film, worldview and film, and the theology of how we watch movies. The course will meet twice a week, once to view a specific film and again to discuss and analyze it. Students unable to attend film screenings must make other arrangements with the instructor.

PRACTICAL MINISTRY

MN 740 - 110 God's Will, Guidance, and Life-Choices
Time: Tuesday 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Credit: 2 hours
Location: First Christian Church, Room 106
Instructor: Peter Spychalla
Description: A biblical, theological, and practical exploration of the topic of God's guidance in the life of the Christian. Exposure to a diversity of Christian understandings, approaches, and key comtemporary writings. Vocation and calling receive special attention.

PM 503 - 100 Biblical Preaching
Time: Wednesday Noon - 3:00pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Windsor Road Christian Church, Room 109
Professor: Randy Boltinghouse
Description: A basic course in the principles of biblical preaching and sermon construction designed to introduce the student to the purpose , nature, types, and techniques of preparing and communicating the sermon to contemporary people and society. An emphasis is placed on preparing sermons based on biblical integrity and structural soundness. The student will deliver several sermons for evaluation in delivery style, development, and skills.

PM 554 - 100 World Christian Movement: A Gateway to Mission
Time: Thursday 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Twin City Bible Church, Fellowship Hall (downstairs)
Professor: Mike 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 - 100 Marriage & Family Counseling
Time: Monday 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Credit: 2 hours
Location: Windsor Road Christian Church, Room 110
Professor: Jim Klein
Description: An introduction to the practice of marriage and family counseling. Content will include a survey of theories and learning a brief therapy model and a parenting education program.

PM 605 – 200 Advanced Heart Motives Counseling
Time: Monday 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Credit: 2 hours
Location: Windsor Road Christian Church, Room 109
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 or permission from the instructor.

FE 101, 102, 103 Field Education
Time: Thursday - January 19, March 1, and May 3 Noon - 1:00pm
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: Thursday - January 19, March 1, and May 3 Noon - 1:00pm
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.

UNDERGRADUATE

NT 113 New Testament Survey
Time: Wednesday 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Twin City Bible Church, Fellowship Hall (downstairs)
Instructor: Kenneth Cuffey
Description: Provides a basic understanding of the New Testament by examining the world of the New Testament and studying the contents, teaching and literary structure of the New Testament books. This course has been articulated for transfer into the University of Illinois as Religious Studies 202.

HI 322 History of Christianity II: Reformation and Modern
Time: Thursday Jan 19, Feb 2, 16, Mar 1, 15, 29, Apr 12, 26, May 5 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Credit: 3 hours
Location: Meadowbrook Community Church
Instructor: Joseph Thomas
Description: Examines the expression of Christianity from the Reformation era to the present, focusing on important movements, figures and trends. After a brief overview of the Reformation, discussion will center on the rise of renewal movements, Christianity in America, missions, and the rise of liberal theology. This course has been articulated for transfer into the University of Illinois as Religious Studies 200 level course.