Syllabus Archives - Page 3 of 16 - Science for Seminaries

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Jul

History of Global Christianity I

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This course, taught by Nathan Jérémie-Brink at New Brunswick Theological Seminary, explores the history of Christianity from the second century to the middle of the fifteenth century. We will identify formative stages in Christianity’s development as a world religious movement and engage in various methods to consider key theological texts,

09
Jul

Power and Privilege: A Theology and the Science of Change

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This course, taught by Beth Tanner at New Brunswick Theological Seminary, explores the biblical, theological, social, psychological, spiritual, and physical impact of racism, xenophobia, sexism, classism, and homophobia on American society, with an earnest focus on pastoral and ministerial leadership and intervention around these critical matters. It surveys biblical responses

09
Jul

Framing a Theology of Prophetic Urban Ministry

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In this course, taught by Janice McLean-Farrell at New Brunswick Theological Seminary, students will begin to lay the foundation for an integral, liberating, and transformative theology of prophetic urban ministry through interdisciplinary reading and critical reflection, along with on-the-street engagement of contemporary events. An examination of 21st-century urban contexts and

09
Jul

Systematic Theology

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This course, taught by JoAnne Marie Terrell at Chicago Theological Seminary, goes over the nature of theological thinking and theological method. After completing the course in Systematic Theology, students should be able to: 1. Employ basic theological vocabulary; 2. Outline historical shifts in the elucidation of Western Christianity; 3. Identify

09
Jul

Introduction to Christian Ethics

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This course, taught by Christophe Ringer at Chicago Theological Seminary, is a critical introduction to moral discernment from a theological perspective. In particular, this course will focus on the theological diversity found within the Christian tradition with an emphasis on Christian social ethics. Throughout the course an emphasis will be

09
Jul

Biblical Interpretation Exploring Genesis

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Students in this course, taught by Karen Winslow or Moises Lopez, are introduced to the Old Testament and the inductive method of interpretation through an exploration of the book of Genesis, practicing close readings of the text and paying attention to genre and historical and literary contexts. Course material also

09
Jul

Church History II

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This course, taught by Brian Lugioyo at Azusa Pacific Seminary, covers major theological movements within the Christian church, from the Reformation to the present. Consideration is given to major theologians and their works and significant developments in the history of the modern church (including the movement of Methodism as well

09
Jul

The Medieval Church and the Reformation

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This course, taught by Fr. Luke Dysinger at St. John’s Seminary, will introduce the history, theology, and spirituality of the Christian Church from the rise of Charlemagne (c. 800) to the Council of Trent (1563). This course will provide an overview of both the theological and spiritual traditions of the

09
Jul

Theology I Online

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This course, taught by Ken Keathley at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, will provide students with a working knowledge of the theological topics prolegomena, revelation, theology proper, providence, humanity, and hamartiology. Course Categories: General Theology Science Topics: History & Philosophy of Science Seminaries: Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary Syllabus: Theology I Online

09
Jul

Science, Faith and Healing in the History of Christianity and African Diasporic Religion

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This project and course, convened by Sharon J. Grant at Hood Theological Seminary, is designed to integrate scientific theory and theological inquiry to explore humanity’s universal quest for healing and well-being. This interdisciplinary approach will occur in a cultural setting outside of the North American context. Guest lecturers who are

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