Course List

Conducting Foundations

A study of conducting techniques, including patterns, entrances, releases, and expressive gestures. Specific emphasis will be given to conducting techniques needed for choirs, vocal ensembles, and instrumental groups in the local church.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Room: C 200

Guitar Ensemble

The study and performance of chamber works for guitar ensemble from all style periods as well as works by a variety of contemporary composers. Students will learn principles of balance, orchestration, arranging and queuing as they apply to the performance of music for guitar ensemble. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.50

Room: C 65

Piano Ensemble

An ensemble that studies piano duet, piano duo, and 8-hand (or more) piano literature, both sacred arrangements and classical pieces from various style periods. Piano Ensemble is open to both college and graduate students in a piano concentration. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.50

Room: BL 01L

Cowden Hall Band

The "house band" for Southwestern that leads worship in chapels, special events, and School of Church Music and Worship concerts. Membership is open to seminary students on one of the following: acoustic guitar, electric guitar, piano, drums, bass guitar, keyboards, ad lib solo instrument (e.g., saxophone, violin), and male or female vocals. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.50

Room: C 200

1908 Worship Collective

The "house band" for Southwestern that leads worship in chapels, special events, and School of Church Music and Worship concerts. Membership is open to seminary students on one of the following: acoustic guitar, electric guitar, piano, drums, bass guitar, keyboards, ad lib solo instrument (e.g., saxophone, violin), and male or female vocals. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.50

Room: C 67

Southwestern a Cappella

A sixteen-member vocal ensemble committed to ministry through the medium of a cappella jazz, modern songs of the church, and classic hymns scored in fresh ways. Southwestern A Cappella is designed for advanced vocalists who desire to explore complex harmonization and modern vocal stylizations in the context of ministry to the Lord, to our school, and to the church through the music, testimony, and the Word. A two-semester commitment is required. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.50

Room: C 200

Southwestern Singers

A mixed choir that appears in chapel, in concert, and on tour. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.50

Room: C 200

Band Lab

The Band Lab course is an interactive worship ensemble designed to provide both practical and spiritual experience in a beginning worship band setting for those preparing for future worship leading opportunities. No audition needed.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.50

Room: C 200

Guitar Master Class

Group performance experience in which the members of each applied teacher's studio gather for performance, instruction, and discussion.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

Room: BL 101

Seminar in Guitar Pedagogy

The study and analysis of scholarly research covering significant pedagogical works from the canon of common practice studies, and an in-depth look at research on ways to maintain the long-term mental and physiological health of students.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Room: C 104

M.M.C.M. Guitar III

Individual instruction in guitar for MMCM students. Advanced repertoire from composers of all periods. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 360.00

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Elective Guitar

Elective guitar for music students. Memorization of standard sacred and secular song literature. Master class required. No jury. May be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 180.00

Room:

M.M.W.L. Comprehensive Exam

Written and oral comprehensive examinations covering the worship ministry areas of the MMWL degree program.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

Additional Course Fees: 100.00

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MACM Comprehensive Exams

Written and oral comprehensive examinations covering the church music and worship area of the MACM degree program.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

Additional Course Fees: 100.00

Room:

M.M.C.M. Comprehensive Exam

Written and oral comprehensive examinations covering church music, music theory, music history, and the area of concentration.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

Additional Course Fees: 100.00

Room:

M.Div.W.L. Comprehensive Exami

Written and oral comprehensive examinations for the MDiv.W.L. degree program.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

Additional Course Fees: 100.00

Room:

Introduction to Music Research

An introduction to the methodology of scholarly research and writing in music.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Room: BL 101

Music in the 19th Century

Specialized study in the music of the nineteenth century, focusing on historical context, style characteristics, and analysis of specific works.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

Room: BL 101

Found in Thry & Musicianship I

This course is designed for graduate students who have not had previous music theory training to achieve mastery of the fundamentals of music and to begin to see how those fundamentals shape the way we experience and understand tonal music.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Room: C 53
C 51

Applied Theory At the Keyboard

A study in the practical application at the keyboard of theoretical concepts. Areas of instruction include melody harmonization, congregational hymn playing, modulation, transposition, creating and playing from chord charts, and creating hymn introductions. Prerequisite: Completion of all assigned leveling work in music theory and piano.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Room: BL 01L

Music School Orientation

Required auditions, placement examinations, and advising for all new music students at the beginning of their first semester of study.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

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Elective Instrument - Drums

Elective instrument open to any seminary student who can demonstrate adequate technical facility on an instrument. Available only when teaching loads permit. Material appropriate to the student's level. Permission of instructor required. May be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 180.00

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Elective Organ

Elective organ for master's-level students. Available only when teaching loads permit. Material appropriate to the student's level. May be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 180.00

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Performance Lab

Performance Lab consists of recitals, lectures, workshops, master classes, and other events presented by Southwestern ensembles, faculty, students, and guest artists, lecturers, and ensembles. Students pursuing a master's degree in the School of Church Music are required to complete a specified number of semesters in which they must attend a certain percentage of the scheduled events. May be repeated.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

Room: C CAUD

Piano Master Class

Group performance experience in which the members of each applied teacher's studio gather for performance, instruction, and discussion.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

Room: C CAUD

Seminar in Piano Pedagogy

A general survey and evaluation of teaching materials for children through advanced private applied lessons, group functional piano classes, and masterclass format. Piano pedagogy principles are applied to the private and group teaching of students drawn from the Southwestern Music Academy and the teaching of functional and intermediate/advanced repertoire at the collegiate level.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Room: C 106

M.M.C.M. Piano IV and Recital

Preparation and presentation of an acceptable fifty-minute graduate recital and the study of additional repertoire. Master class required. Prerequisite: PIAPR 4882.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 360.00

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Elective Piano

Elective private instruction for students with a piano background. Available only when teaching loads permit. Master class and jury required. This course may not be applied to meet the requirements of a piano concentration. May be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 360.00

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Secondary Applied Piano II

Secondary applied study for worship students after completion of Piano Proficiency. Jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 180.00

Room:

Secondary Applied Piano II

Secondary applied study for worship students after completion of Piano Proficiency. Jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 180.00

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M.M.C.M. Piano III

Preparation of technical proficiency. Repertoire from keyboard works of all periods. Master class and jury required. Students will be evaluated at jury time for PIAPR 4892. Prerequisite: PIAPR 4822.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

Additional Course Fees: 360.00

Room:

Secondary Applied Piano II

Secondary applied study for worship students after completion of Piano Proficiency. Jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 180.00

Room:

Secondary Applied Piano II

Secondary applied study for worship students after completion of Piano Proficiency. Jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 180.00

Room:

Secondary Applied Guitar II

Secondary applied guitar study for worship students. Jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 180.00

Room:

Secondary Applied Guitar II

Secondary applied guitar study for worship students. Jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 180.00

Room:

Secondary Applied Guitar II

Secondary applied guitar study for worship students. Jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 180.00

Room:

M.M.C.M. Piano I

Advanced repertoire from composers of all periods. Master class and jury required. Permission of piano faculty required. Prerequisite: Undergraduate major in piano or its equivalent.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 360.00

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Voice Master Class

Group performance experience in which the members of each applied teacher's studio gather for performance, instruction, and discussion.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

Room: C 200

Seminar in Voice Pedagogy

Advanced study of functional voice technique across multiple styles including classical and musical theater. Students will gain practical experience teaching other students. Prerequisite: VOICL 4902 or permission of instructor.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

Room: BL 101

Applied Voice IV/Wor Min Proj

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students and presentation of a 30-40 minute Worship Ministry Project preceded by a 10-12 minute lecture. The student must pass a preliminary hearing before the relevant applied faculty. Students will creatively design a worship service that is biblically faithfully, artistically developed, and musically excellent. The student will assemble and rehearse vocal and instrumental teams, prepare supportive media elements, equip a media team, lead the worship se

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

Room:

Applied Voice IV/Wor Min Proj

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students and presentation of a 30-40 minute Worship Ministry Project preceded by a 10-12 minute lecture. The student must pass a preliminary hearing before the relevant applied faculty. Students will creatively design a worship service that is biblically faithfully, artistically developed, and musically excellent. The student will assemble and rehearse vocal and instrumental teams, prepare supportive media elements, equip a media team, lead the worship se

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

Room:

Applied Voice IV/Wor Min Proj

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students and presentation of a 30-40 minute Worship Ministry Project preceded by a 10-12 minute lecture. The student must pass a preliminary hearing before the relevant applied faculty. Students will creatively design a worship service that is biblically faithfully, artistically developed, and musically excellent. The student will assemble and rehearse vocal and instrumental teams, prepare supportive media elements, equip a media team, lead the worship se

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

Room:

Applied Voice IV/Wor Min Proj

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students and presentation of a 30-40 minute Worship Ministry Project preceded by a 10-12 minute lecture. The student must pass a preliminary hearing before the relevant applied faculty. Students will creatively design a worship service that is biblically faithfully, artistically developed, and musically excellent. The student will assemble and rehearse vocal and instrumental teams, prepare supportive media elements, equip a media team, lead the worship se

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

Room:

Applied Voice IV/Wor Min Proj

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students and presentation of a 30-40 minute Worship Ministry Project preceded by a 10-12 minute lecture. The student must pass a preliminary hearing before the relevant applied faculty. Students will creatively design a worship service that is biblically faithfully, artistically developed, and musically excellent. The student will assemble and rehearse vocal and instrumental teams, prepare supportive media elements, equip a media team, lead the worship se

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

Room:

Applied Voice IV/Wor Min Proj

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students and presentation of a 30-40 minute Worship Ministry Project preceded by a 10-12 minute lecture. The student must pass a preliminary hearing before the relevant applied faculty. Students will creatively design a worship service that is biblically faithfully, artistically developed, and musically excellent. The student will assemble and rehearse vocal and instrumental teams, prepare supportive media elements, equip a media team, lead the worship se

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

Room:

Applied Voice IV/Wor Min Proj

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students and presentation of a 30-40 minute Worship Ministry Project preceded by a 10-12 minute lecture. The student must pass a preliminary hearing before the relevant applied faculty. Students will creatively design a worship service that is biblically faithfully, artistically developed, and musically excellent. The student will assemble and rehearse vocal and instrumental teams, prepare supportive media elements, equip a media team, lead the worship se

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

Room:

Applied Voice III

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 230.00

Room:

M.M.C.M. Voice II

Applied voice study for MMCM voice performance and pedagogy concentrations. Memorization of sacred and secular songs, including oratorio arias. Master class and jury required. Prerequisite: VOIPR 4912.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

Room:

Applied Voice III

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 230.00

Room:

Applied Voice III

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 230.00

Room:

Applied Voice II

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 230.00

Room:

M.A.C.M. Voice III

Individual instruction in voice for MACM students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

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M.M.C.M. Voice I

Applied voice study for MMCM voice performance and pedagogy concentrations. Memorization of sacred and secular songs, including oratorio arias. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

Room:

M.M.C.M. Voice II

Applied voice study for MMCM voice performance and pedagogy concentrations. Memorization of sacred and secular songs, including oratorio arias. Master class and jury required. Prerequisite: VOIPR 4912.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

Room:

Applied Voice II

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 230.00

Room:

Applied Voice II

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 230.00

Room:

Applied Voice II

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 230.00

Room:

Applied Voice I

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 230.00

Room:

Elective Voice

Elective voice for any non-music student involving the study of song literature appropriate to the student's level. Available only when teaching loads permit. No master class or jury required. May be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 230.00

Room:

Applied Voice III

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 230.00

Room:

M.M.C.M. Voice II

Applied voice study for MMCM voice performance and pedagogy concentrations. Memorization of sacred and secular songs, including oratorio arias. Master class and jury required. Prerequisite: VOIPR 4912.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

Room:

Applied Voice I

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 230.00

Room:

Graduate Applied Voice I

Individual instruction in voice for BMWS/MMWL students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Additional Course Fees: 435.00

Room:

Applied Voice I

Individual instruction in voice for MMWL students. Master class and jury required.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Additional Course Fees: 230.00

Room:

Dynamics Worship Ldrshp/De

A course addressing all aspects of a worship leader's platform ministry, including the crafting of worship services, leading worship services, public speaking, Scripture reading, public prayers, musical cues, transitions, and improvisation in a corporate worship setting.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Room: C 200
C CAUD

Colloquium

Colloquium is a gathering of students, scholars, and practitioners to explore salient topics in church music, worship ministry, and artistic missions. Colloquium features a series of presentations by invited professionals from various disciplines as well as presentation opportunities and special topics for doctoral students. May be repeated.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

Room: M 320

Field Education

A cooperative partnership between area churches and the School of Church Music and Worship to provide practical, hands-on worship ministry training in the local church context under the supervision of an experienced minister of music and worship.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

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Tech in Acoustic Guitar I

A practical laboratory-based course in which the student will learn the common vocabulary and basic techniques of the acoustic guitar and its role in the worship band. Special emphasis will be given to rehearsal techniques related to teaching and equipping acoustic guitar players for effective contributions to worship within the context of the modern rhythm section.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.50

Room: C 67

Tech in Acoustic Guitar II

A practical laboratory-based course in which the student will learn advanced vocabulary and advanced techniques of the acoustic guitar and its role in the worship band. Special emphasis will be given to rehearsal techniques related to teaching and equipping acoustic guitar players for effective contributions to worship within the context of the modern rhythm section.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.50

Room: C 67

Tech in Electric Guitar I

A practical laboratory-based course in which the student will learn the common vocabulary and basic techniques of the electric guitar and its role in the church worship band. Special emphasis will be given to rehearsal techniques related to teaching and equipping keyboard players for effective contributions to worship within the context of the modern rhythm section.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.50

Room: C 64

Ch Gathered: Theol of Worship

A survey of the scriptural, theological, and historical foundations of corporate worship.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room: M 112

Philosophy of Worship Ministry

An exploration of biblical foundations for and philosophical thought concerning the use of the arts in Western culture, Christian worship, and discipleship, as well as cross-cultural missions and evangelism. The ultimate goal of the course is for the student to develop a guiding philosophy for church music and worship ministry.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Room: C 53

Children's Music Ministry

Practical methods for the development of children's choirs in the local church ministry. Specific emphasis is given to educational rehearsal techniques, sequential learning, resources, and best practices relating to children's music ministry.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Room: C 53

Tech in Electric Guitar I

A practical laboratory-based course in which the student will learn the common vocabulary and basic techniques of the electric guitar and its role in the church worship band. Special emphasis will be given to rehearsal techniques related to teaching and equipping keyboard players for effective contributions to worship within the context of the modern rhythm section.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.50

Room: C 64

Principles of Biblical Counsel

A careful examination of Scripture toward establishing principles of biblical counseling. This examination will include an exploration of the theological and historical support for these principles and will compare and contrast other models, both Christian and secular. This study will also consider the implications of these principles for education and practice.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Scripture App for Soul Care

An examination of Scripture for the practice of soul care with particular emphasis upon equipping the student to further develop hermeneutical skills that aid in applying biblical-theological truths to various counseling issues. Students will consider the incorporation of biblical counseling into the ministry of the local church. Prerequisite: CNSLN 3203 and BIBST 3203.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Emot and Addict in Bib Counsel

A study of the biblical understanding of human emotions and the Christian's response to addictions or life dominating sins according to Scripture. A biblical strategy will be developed for dealing with the most common problematic emotions (anxiety, anger, depression, fear), while also developing a Bible based model for resolving issues of addiction. Prerequisite: CNSLN 3203.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room: P 101

Counseling Practicum I

This practicum will provide students the opportunity to counsel under the supervision of faculty and/or other qualified counselors. This course includes a lengthy exam that includes a working knowledge of systematic theology and the basic principles of Biblical Counseling. Prerequisite: 12 hours of CNSLN courses.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Counseling Practicum II

This practicum will provide students the opportunity to counsel under the supervision of faculty and/or other qualified counselors. Prerequisite: CNSLN 5003.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Counseling Practicum I

This practicum will provide students the opportunity to counsel under the supervision of faculty and/or other qualified counselors. This course includes a lengthy exam that includes a working knowledge of systematic theology and the basic principles of Biblical Counseling. Prerequisite: 12 hours of CNSLN courses.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Min to Elementary Children

This course will explore biblical approaches in teaching elementary children with an emphasis on ministry in the local church. Students will be taught the importance of sharing the gospel with school-age children through the various educational programs of the church.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Teaching and Learning Models

This course engages students in a study of evidence-based teaching and learning models. Students will examine and evaluate the cognitive, affective, psychomotor, and volitional models of teaching as well as theories of learning from the field of educational psychology for the purpose of proper preparation and execution of a teaching ministry and providing a substantive learning environment for the local church.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Foundations for Bible Teaching

This course provides the biblical, philosophical, and practical foundations for the teaching ministry of the local church. Special attention is given to the development of competencies related to the design and implementation of Bible teaching in the church. Utilizing a recorded teaching and evaluation process, students will demonstrate proficiency with various instructional elements with attention given to biblical fidelity, transformational aims, and teaching methods.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Christian Leadership

A study of the biblical, theological, and practical foundations of Christian leadership in the context of the local church. Special attention is given to the necessary competencies to lead the church toward biblical effectiveness.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Strategies for Disciple Making

This course examines the Scriptures, history, and current church practice to identify intentional strategies for making and maturing disciples of Jesus Christ. Emphasis is focused on defining essential terms, relating the practices of the church to disciple-making functions, and exploring the varying environments and relationships through which disciples mature most effectively in the local church.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Family Ministry and the Church

This course explores the collaborative relationship between the church and the family by examining theological precepts that relate to both essential institutions. In addition, this course will provide current application of theology to the local church and Christian family that will impact the practice of ministry and education in the home and through the local church.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Lifespan Discipleship and Min

The course will cover an entire lifespan, from conception to death, related to the influence of physical, social, emotional, and spiritual development on Christian ministry and discipleship. Students will become acquainted with major periods of development and learn the significance of preparing developmentally and biblically appropriate ministry opportunities for each stage of life. The course will help students understand and develop sound ministry principles for making disciples at every life

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Field Experience

Field Experience is required for all M.A.C.E and M.Div.-EM students in the Terry School. Students can complete the Field Experience requirements as a full-time or part-time church staff member or ina volunteer position in a local church or approved Christian ministry. The course requires a minimum of seven hours of field-based experience per week under the direction of a qualified supervisor, as well as attendance in a one hour of class each week. Field Experience is a component of our commitmen

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

Special Permission Required (see notes below)

Additional Course Fees: 50.00

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Leading Student Ministry

This course studies the biblical foundation for the church's ministry with teenage believers and for a pastor who leads that ministry by presenting methods to balance evangelism, discipleship, worship, missions, ministry, and fellowship through a comprehensive student ministry strategy leading to lifetime transformation and kingdom impact. In addition, this course teaches competencies in worship planning, budgeting, calendaring, equipping leaders, equipping parents, and event management.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Counseling Women

This course will focus on equipping women in ministry to counsel other women with God's Word. Topics such as sufficiency of Scripture, role of the local church, and the responsibility of church leaders will be discussed. Other subject matters also include judging others and challenging issues a counselor faces. This course exposes women with a variety of topics a counselor may encounter while counseling other women. Scripture references are provided as a tool to help the counselee.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Spiritual Formation

A study of Christian formation emphasizing the doctrine of sanctification and its application to collective and individual spiritual maturation. Special attention is given to the practice of spiritual disciplines as a formative means of growth.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

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Spiritual Formation

A study of Christian formation emphasizing the doctrine of sanctification and its application to collective and individual spiritual maturation. Special attention is given to the practice of spiritual disciplines as a formative means of growth.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

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Great Commission Mentorship

This course provides an academic structure in which the student can participate in a formal mentorship. This course will use the mentorship process to help the student consider and implement practices related to knowing God's will.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Contemporary Evangelism

An introduction to the nature and practice of evangelism with emphases upon the biblical, theological, and practical applications within the context of the local church. Special emphases will be given to the principles and practices of congregational evangelism and personal soul-winning.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Evangelism & Missns in Acts

An examination of the practice of evangelism and missions in the book of Acts. Special emphasis will be given to the work of the Holy Spirit in first century evangelism, the message of the gospel proclaimed by the first Christians, and how the apostles communicated the gospel cross-culturally.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Islamic Studies Summative Oral

In the final semester of studies, the student will take an oral exam in the form of an interview conducted by representatives of the program and the Fish School faculty. The exam covers the scope of the concentration, taking into account the elective courses completed in the concentration.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

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Sharing Christ With Muslims

Explores and evaluates the various approaches to sharing the gospel of Christ with Muslims with an emphasis on clearing away theological misconceptions, removing cultural obstacles and developing effective evangelistic and discipleship practices.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Distance Learning Orientation

Prerequisite for distance learning students (e.g. Master of Arts in Missiology or Master of Divinity with Church Planting students) enrolled in MISSN 5602 or MISSN 5643.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

Special Permission Required (see notes below)

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Introduction to Missiology

An introductory study of the theory and practice of Christian missions including biblical, theological, historical, philosophical and strategic principles and practices.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Major Living Religions

An introductory study of the major living religions (e.g., Hinduism, Buddhism, East Asian Religions, Judaism, and Islam) which are encountered in carrying out the missionary mandate. Strategies for establishing a presence, communicating the Christian message, and developing contextualized congregations will be discussed.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Biblical Foundations of Missn

An analysis of the biblical and theological foundations for Christian missions. The course focuses on reading the Bible "missiologically" by reviewing great texts which speak to the eternal plan of God to make salvation known to all peoples.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Short Term Missions Praxis

For students with at least two years of missions experience (e.g. Journeyman, ISC or US/C2). Includes a written evaluation of field experience.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Special Permission Required (see notes below)

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Internship

The student works alongside a church leader in a covenant relationship to develop in areas of both competence and character to further their readiness for leadership in the local church.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

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Internship

The student works alongside a church leader in a covenant relationship to develop in areas of both competence and character to further their readiness for leadership in the local church.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

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Internship

The student works alongside a church leader in a covenant relationship to develop in areas of both competence and character to further their readiness for leadership in the local church.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Practicum

A practicum serves as a structured and significant educational experience that takes place in a church, institution, or community environment under the supervision of ministry mentors and the guidance of the Applied Ministry Division. This experience is intended to give students the opportunity to develop specialized skills in an actual ministry practice setting.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

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Practicum

A practicum serves as a structured and significant educational experience that takes place in a church, institution, or community environment under the supervision of ministry mentors and the guidance of the Applied Ministry Division. This experience is intended to give students the opportunity to develop specialized skills in an actual ministry practice setting.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

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Practicum

A practicum serves as a structured and significant educational experience that takes place in a church, institution, or community environment under the supervision of ministry mentors and the guidance of the Applied Ministry Division. This experience is intended to give students the opportunity to develop specialized skills in an actual ministry practice setting.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Mentorship

A relational experience in which one person (Mentor) empowers another (Mentee) by sharing God-given resources such as personal strengths, resources, and networks (friendships/contacts) to help the student reach his or her goals.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

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Mentorship

A relational experience in which one person (Mentor) empowers another (Mentee) by sharing God-given resources such as personal strengths, resources, and networks (friendships/contacts) to help the student reach his or her goals.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

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Mentorship

A relational experience in which one person (Mentor) empowers another (Mentee) by sharing God-given resources such as personal strengths, resources, and networks (friendships/contacts) to help the student reach his or her goals.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Apprenticeship

A structured learning experience in which the student works with a church or ministry leader to develop a skill or cluster of skills to advance their competence in ministry.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

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Apprenticeship

A more structured learning experience in which the student works with a church or ministry leader to develop a skill or cluster of skills to advance their competence in ministry.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

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Apprenticeship

A more structured learning experience in which the student works with a church or ministry leader to develop a skill or cluster of skills to advance their competence in ministry.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Disciple-Making

Advanced disciple-making practicum. The student works within the context of a local church to broaden their understanding and personal experience in New Testament one-on-one discipling of new or recent believers.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

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Disciple-Making

Advanced disciple-making practicum. The student works within the context of a local church to broaden their understanding and personal experience in New Testament one-on-one discipling of new or recent believers.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

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Disciple-Making

Advanced disciple-making practicum. The student works within the context of a local church to broaden their understanding and personal experience in New Testament one-on-one discipling of new or recent believers.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Leadership

Designed for those students who are currently serving in a church ministry position. The emphasis is on the improvement of ministry skills as well as personal growth.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

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Leadership

Designed for those students who are currently serving in a church ministry position. The emphasis is on the improvement of ministry skills as well as personal growth.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

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Leadership

Designed for those students who are currently serving in a church ministry position. The emphasis is on the improvement of ministry skills as well as personal growth.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Chaplaincy

A supervised chaplaincy experience within military, healthcare, and community (fire, law enforcement, marketplace, sports, etc.) contexts.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

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Chaplaincy

A supervised chaplaincy experience within military, healthcare, and community (fire, law enforcement, marketplace, sports, etc.) contexts.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 2.00

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Chaplaincy

A supervised chaplaincy experience within military, healthcare, and community (fire, law enforcement, marketplace, sports, etc.) contexts.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Applied Ministry-Mentoring

Allows students to learn from actual hands-on ministry experience under the mentorship of a qualified individual. This course is similar in theory to the student teaching experience required for public school teachers or the medical internship required for physicians. Students are required to spend 22 hours in ministry as well as 7 hours of mentorship and 14 hours of peer mentoring for every hour of credit. Students will maintain a journal of the ministry experience. Every student enrolling

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

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Baptist Heritage

A survey of the historical basis of Baptist thought and practice from its inception to the present. Under consideration shall be the major theological issues addressed by Baptists, Baptist ecclesiology, and leading Baptist figures. Special attention shall be given to the Southern Baptist Convention and its cooperative program and agencies.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Biblical Hermeneutics

An introduction to the nature of the Bible, the definition of and need for hermeneutics, a survey of historical and contemporary hermeneutical approaches, the principles of a healthy interpretive approach, and case studies of biblical passages which illustrate the principles. Preferably taken during the first year.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room: M 320

The Theology of John

A study of the setting, presuppositions, and themes of Johannine Theology with special attention to the distinctive theological presentations of Jesus, kingdom of God, Christian life, and eternal destiny.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Christian Ethics

Study of the biblical, historical, and theological foundations of Christian ethics. Students will be equipped to apply these foundational elements in their decision making on current issues such as drugs, alcohol, family, race, biomedical ethics, economics, and politics.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Christianity/Human Sexuality

A study of biblical, historical, and contemporary viewpoints on the ethics of human sexuality. A theological model for human sexuality will be proposed. Sexual deviations from biblical teaching will be analyzed in light of various proposed Christian responses.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Church History I

A general survey of the history of Christianity from the New Testament to 1500 AD.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Church History I

A general survey of the history of Christianity from the New Testament to 1500 AD.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Church History II

A general survey of the history of Christianity from 1500 AD to the present.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Hist and Theol of the Puritans

A study of the origins, history, theology and prominent theologians of Transatlantic Puritanism.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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MA.Th Summative Examination

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

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M.A. Theol Thesis Research

Students begin thesis research and complete a thesis prospectus under faculty supervision.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

Special Permission Required (see notes below)

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M.A. Theol Thesis

Students write a thesis on the basis of an approved prospectus under faculty supervision.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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ThM Summative Examination

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

Room:

ThM Summative Examination

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

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ThM Summative Examination

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 0.00

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ThM Summative Examination

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

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ThM Summative Examination

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

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Biblical Greek 1

An introduction to the Greek language in preparation for the exegesis of the Greek New Testament.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Biblical Greek 1

An introduction to the Greek language in preparation for the exegesis of the Greek New Testament.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Translation/Interp:

The study of a New Testament book or selected New Testament passage with a focus on intermediate Greek syntax. Prerequisite: Greek 3313-3323 or equivalent. May not be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

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Exegesis of Luke

Advanced exegesis of the Gospel of Luke based on the Greek text. Prerequisite: GREEK 4313.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

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New Testament 1

An introduction to the Jewish, Greek and Roman backgrounds, the canon of the New Testament, and the contents of Matthew-Acts with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications. *Students who have completed six hours in New Testament survey or introduction in college with a grade of B or better may be eligible to replace New Testament NEWTS 3313-3323 by selecting six hours of work from other NEWTS courses. The student must complete an "Advanced Stand

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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New Testament 2

An introduction to the contents of the New Testament books Romans-Revelation with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretation, and contemporary applications. *Students who have completed six hours in New Testament survey or introduction in college with a grade of B or better may be eligible to replace New Testament NEWTS 3313-3323 by selecting six hours of work from other NEWTS courses. The student must complete an "Advanced Standing without Credit" application and have a tran

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Romans

A critical and expositional study of Romans.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Biblical Hebrew 1

The fundamentals of biblical Hebrew including vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and syntax for the purpose of translating and interpreting the Old Testament text.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Biblical Hebrew 1

The fundamentals of biblical Hebrew including vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and syntax for the purpose of translating and interpreting the Old Testament text.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Exegesis of Genesis

Advanced exegesis of Genesis based on the Hebrew text. Prerequisites: HEBRW 5003.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

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Translation and Interpretation

Studies in this book will include a review of Elementary Hebrew, an introduction to Hebrew syntax, lexical studies, text critical analyses, and the research tools available to aid in Old Testament exegesis. Other selected portions of the Hebrew Bible will also be covered. Prerequisite: HEBRW 4323. May not be repeated for credit.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

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Hebrew/Aramaic Primary Texts 3

Accelerated guided reading of Primary Old Testament Hebrew & Aramaic Texts will focus on Hebrew reading skills, syntax, text criticism, and other linguistic issues in order to improve pronunciation, reading comprehension and speed, and increase facility with Biblical Hebrew/Aramaic vocabulary and expression. Prerequisites: HEBRW 4313-4323; and HEBRW 5003.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 1.00

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Old Testament 1

An introduction to the ancient Near Eastern background and the canon of the Old Testament and the contents of Genesis-Esther with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications. *Students who have completed six hours in Old Testament survey or introduction in college with a grade of B or better may be eligible to replace Old Testament OLDTS 3313-3323 by selecting six hours of work from other OLDTS courses. The student must complete an "Advanced Stan

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room: M 320

Old Testament 2

An introduction to the contents of the Old Testament books Job-Malachi with emphasis on historical issues, theological interpretations, and contemporary applications. *Students who have completed six hours in Old Testament survey or introduction in college with a grade of B or better may be eligible to replace Old Testament OLDTS 3313-3323 by selecting six hours of work from other OLDTS courses. The student must complete an "Advanced Standing without Credit" application and have a transcrip

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Psalms

A critical and expositional study of Psalms.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Church Min: Theol and Pract

An introduction to Christian Ministry. Topics include: call, the pastoral office, philosophy of ministry, relationships, pastoral care, pastoral counseling, and practice of ministry.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Scripture App for Soul Care

A study of Scripture for specific application in biblical counseling. The study will include an investigation of hermeneutics toward a more precise use of Scripture in counseling. Students will also learn the practical aspects of developing a counseling ministry in a local church.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Emot and Addict in Bib Counsel

A study of the biblical understanding of human emotions and the Christian's response to addictions or life dominating sins according to Scripture. A biblical strategy will be developed for dealing with the most common problematic emotions (anxiety, anger, depression, fear), while also developing a Bible based model for resolving issues of addiction.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Philosophy of Religion

An introductory study of philosophical issues relevant to Christian ministry (e.g., religious pluralism, the problem of evil, the relationship between faith and reason, God's existence and nature).

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Christian Apologetics

An introductory study of selected issues in apologetics. Common objections to Christian truth claims will be critically appraised and answered.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Philosophical Theology

A Christian philosophical analysis of the doctrine of God. Topics include the divine attributes, the Trinity and Incarnation, and divine sovereignty in relation to human freedom and prayer.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Intro to Expository Preaching

A study of the construction of sermons directly from a Biblical text. Basic principles of preaching will be studied and applied in a preaching experience including: the formulation of a central idea, sermon structure, support material, delivery, and application. Prerequisite: BIBST 3203 and GREEK 3323.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

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Intro to Expository Preaching

A study of the construction of sermons directly from a Biblical text. Basic principles of preaching will be studied and applied in a preaching experience including: the formulation of a central idea, sermon structure, support material, delivery, and application. Prerequisite: BIBST 3203 and GREEK 3323.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

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Intro to Expstry Prchg - Korea

A study of the construction of sermons directly from a Biblical text. Basic principles of preaching will be studied and applied in a preaching experience including: the formulation of a central idea, sermon structure, support material, delivery, and application. Prerequisite: BIBST 3203 and GREEK 3323.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

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Notes: This course willl be taught in Korean.

Advanced Expository Preaching

A continuation of PRCHG 3313, enhancing the development and delivery of the sermon. With the aid of videotape, the professor and peers evaluate student sermons. Additional emphasis is given to preaching the different genres of biblical literature. Prerequisites: BIBST 3203 and PRCHG 3313. The content of this course satisfies PRCHG 5322.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

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Adv Biblical Preaching - OT

A study in the preparation of biblical sermons. Sermons will be prepared from selected Old Testament passages. Special attention will be given to the analysis of the biblical authority of the sermon and to the challenges of preaching to a contemporary congregation. The content of the course is changed and can be repeated by the student. Prerequisite: PRCHG 3313.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

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Systematic Theology 1

The nature, scope, sources, and method of systematic theology; the doctrines of divine revelation, Scripture, and God.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Room: M 118

Systematic Theology 2

The doctrines of creation and providence, humanity and sin, and the Person and work of Jesus Christ.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Systematic Theology 3

The doctrines of the Person and work the Holy Spirit, salvation and the Christian life, the church, and eschatology.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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The Holy Spirit

The study of a particular issue or aspect of the biblical, historical, or contemporary doctrine.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Theology of Women

A study of the biblical passages relevant to a theology of womanhood and gender in order to form a culturally informed, theologically consistent interpretation and to discover application for one's personal life and ministry.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

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Intro to Expository Teaching

A study of the oral presentation of a biblical text. Basic principles of communication will be studied and applied in a speaking experience, including the formulating of a central idea and structure developed from a text, audience analysis, support material, delivery, and application. Special attention will be given to the area of woman-to-woman communication. Prerequisite: BIBST 3203. 3 hours.

Meeting Dates: 08/19/2024 - 12/06/2024

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisite: Prerequisite needed. See course description above for information.

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