North Park Theological Seminary

NORTH PARK THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY

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3225 West Foster Avenue CHICAGO 25, ILLINOIS

CONTENTS

PAGE Calendar 5 Board of Directors 6 Covenant Commission on Ministerial Training . . 7 Officers of Administration 8 Faculty 9 Faith and Objectives 10 Campus 10 Historical Background 11 Our Tradition 12 Library 13 Admissions Statement 14 Bachelor of Divinity Degree 17 Graduation Requirements 17 Course Requirements 18 Course of Studies 19 Piobation 20 Incompletes 20 Description of Courses 21 David Nyvall Lectures 27 Activities 28 Funds 29 Student Employment 29 Health Service 30 Board and Lodging 30 Tuition and Other Fees 31 Rules of Finance 31 Department of Religious Education 32 Student Body 35

Calendar

1958 FIRST SEMESTER

September 9-10 Tuesday, Meeting of Covenant Commission on Wednesday Ministerial Training September 15 Monday Opening of School September 21 Sunday, 4 p.m. Seminary Convocation October 1 Wednesday Founder's Day October 31- Friday- November 1. 2 Sunday Homecoming Novemberl7-21 Monday-Friday Christian Emphasis Week together with College Thanksgiving recess, November 26, Wednesday, 11:20 a.m. to December 1, Mon day, 11 :25 a.m. December 16 Tuesday Christmas Festival Christmas recess, December 19, Friday, 5 p.m. to January 5, Monday, 8 a.m. 1959

January 19-23 Monday-Friday Term examinations

SECOND SEMESTER

January 28 Wednesday Classes begin, 8 a.m. February 17- March 17 Tuesdays Music Festival March 2-6 Monday-Friday Missionary Emphasis Week March 22 Sunday 30th presentation of Dubois' "Seven Last Words of Christ" by Oratorio Chorus March 25- Wednesday Easter recess, Wednesday, 10 p.m. to April 1 Wednesday Wednesday, 8 a.m. April 21 Tuesday Nyvall Lectures May 1 Friday College Choir Concert—Orchestra Hall May 5, 6 Tuesday, Wednesday Meeting of the Covenant Commission on Ministerial Training May 29 Friday- June 4 Thursday Term examinations June 7 Sunday Baccalaureate Service, 10:45 a.m. June 7 Sunday Seminary Consecration Service, 7 p.m. June 8 Monday Commencement, 10 a.m. SUMMER SESSION June 23- Tuesday- Summer Session August Monday 6

Board of Directors THEODORE W. ANDERSON. Ex-Officio President, The Evangelical Covenant Church of America CLARENCE A. NELSON, Ex-Officio President, North Park College and Theological Seminary H. WALTER THORELL. Liaison member Representing Executive Board of the Evangelical Covenant Vice President, Woodward Governor Company, Rockford, Illinois Officers CLIFFORD G. ERICKSON Chairman ELDON J. STRANDINE .__ - Vice-Chairman RUSSELL H. MOLINE .... ~_ Secretary FERNLY E. JOHNSON Treasurer Directors Term Expires, 1962 HAROLD A. ANDERSON Director of Field Service, Department of Education. University of Chicago, Chicago. Illinois ALBERT V. JOHNSON President. Ideal Cement Stone Company, Omaha, Nebraska IRVING C. LAMBERT Manager of Price Administration, Joseph T. Ryerson and Son. Chicago. Illinois Term Expires, 1961 WALLACE LINDSKOOG Rancher, Turlock, California F. BURTON NELSON Minister, Covenant Church. Evanston, Illinois DWIGHT C. SWANSON Partner, Bayer and Clauson, Accountants, New York, New York Term Expires. 1960 ROY E. ERICKSON Minister, Bethany Covenant Church, Chicago, Illinois DAVID H. JOHNSON Physician and Surgeon, Tacoma, Washington MRS. PAUL A. WESTBURG Secretary of Education, Covenant Woman's Auxiliary Term Expires, 1959 CLIFFORD G. ERICKSON Ass't. Dean, Chicago City Junior College, Chicago, Illinois FERNLY E. JOHNSON Surgeon, Chicago, Illinois ERNEST S. LARSON Professor of History, Wheaton College, Wheaton, Illinois

Term Expires, 1958 CARL LEVAHN Partner, Dale Tile Company, Minneapolis, Minnesota RUSSELL H. MOLINE Assistant to the Manager, Covenant Press

ELDON J. STRANDINE Division Head. Research Laboratories, Swift and Company, Chicago, III.

Covenant Commission on Ministerial Training

THEODORE W. ANDERSON President, The Evangelical Covenant Church of America

JOSEPH C. DANIELSON Secretary of Home Missions RALPH P. HANSON Secretary of World Missions CLARENCE A. NELSON President, North Park College and Theological Seminary ERIC G. HAWKINSON Dean, North Park Theological Seminary

LESLIE R. ÖSTBERG Minister, Edgewater Covenant Church, Chicago

NATHAN J. SUNDBERG Minister, Covenant Church, Albert City, Iowa F. BURTON NELSON Minister, Covenant Church, Evanston, Illinois HAROLD A. ANDERSON Director of Field Service. Department of Education, University of Chicago, Chicago Officers of Administration 1957-1958

CLARENCE A. NELSON, A.B., D.D. President of North Park College and Theological Seminary

J. FREDRICK BURGH, B.Ph. Vice President

ERIC G. HAWKINSON, M.A. Dean of the Theological Seminary

ALBIN H. ERICKSON, M.S. Dean of Students

LOUIS J. PERSON, Th.D. Assistant to the President

T. NATHAN POHL, B.S. Business Manager

BETTY JANE HIGHFIELD, A.B., M.S. in L.S. Librarian

J. IRVING ERICKSON, A.B. Chaplain

OSCAR E. OLSON, A.B., M.Mus. Director of Admissions and Records

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT CLARENCE A. NELSON, A.B.. D.D., President LOUIS J. PERSON, Th.D., Assistant to the President ERMA CHINANDER, A.B., Administrative Assistant to the President

OFFICE OF THE DEAN

ERIC G. HAWKINSON, M.A., Dean ELLEN N. ERICKSON, Secretary

THE LIBRARY BETTY JANE HIGHFIELD, A.B., M.S. in L.S., Librarian BETTY ALICE PETERSON, A.B., M.S. in L.S., Ass'r. Librarian in charge of the Seminary Library SHARON BERGGREN, Assistant i 9

The Faculty for 1957-1958

Date following name indicates first appointment at North Park Theological Seminary. If more than one date appears, first one indicates date of present appointment.

EARL C. DAHLSTRÖM, Practical Theology; Field Work Superviser North Park College; A.B., University of Chicago: Diploma, North Park Theological Seminary: M.A., Kennedy School of Missions; Ph.D., Hartford Seminary Foundation. (1954, 1950)

ELMER W. FONDELL, Missions; Admissions Counselor A.B., Macalester College; Diploma, North Park Theological Seminary; Grad uate Study, University of Arizona; B.D., Northern Baptist Theological Sem inary; M.A. in Theology, Garrett Biblical Institute. (1942)

DONALD C. FRISK, Systematic Theology; Student Council Adviser A.B., M.A., University of Minnesota; Diploma, North Park Theological Seminary; Study at Missionskola, Lidingö (Sweden) : Graduate Study: Un ion Theological Seminary; Divinity School, University of Chicago. (1945)

HENRY A. GUSTAFSON, JR., Biblical Literature; Secretary of the Faculty North Park College; A.B., Wheaton College; Diploma, North Park Theo logical Seminary; B.D., S.T.M., Yale University Divinity School; Graduate Study, University of Chicago. (1954)

ERIC G. HAWKINSON, Homiletics; Dean Diploma, North Park Theological Seminary; Diploma, McCormick Theolog ical Seminary; A.M., University of Chicago; Graduate Study, Divinity School, University of Chicago. (1934, Dean, 1949)

FRANK J. NEUBERG, Biblical Literature B.D., S.T.M., Faith Theological Seminary; Ph.D., Johns Hopkins Univer sity. (1957) KARL A. OLSSON, Church History; Chairman, Library Committee Diploma, North Park College; Diploma, North Park Theological Seminary; Studied at University of Minnesota; A.M., Ph.D., University of Chicago. (1948)

LECTURERS

ALVA JOHANSON, Religious Education A.B., Fresno State Teachers' College; M.A., College of the Pacific. (1952)

PETER P. PERSON, Religious Education B.Th., Union Theological Seminary; Ph.B., University of Chicago; M.A., Northwestern University; Ed.D., Harvard University. (1953, 1921)

J. MELBURN SONESON, Church History A.B., University of Minnesota; M.A., University of Minnesota; Bethel Sem inary; Graduate Study, University of Chicago. (1956) 10

Faith and Objectives

North Park College and Theological Seminary confesses its faith and objectives as a Christian school as follows. Confession a. We believe in the Holy Scriptures, the Old and New Testa ments, as the Word of God and the only perfect rule for faith, doctrine and conduct. b. We believe in the spiritual realities affirmed in the Apostolic Creed as they are revealed to us in the Word of God and interpreted through the Holy Spirit within the fellowship of the Church. Objectives a. To be a Christian community in action, committed to the will of God as revealed in Jesus Christ. b. To persuade others through the life, work and testimony of our fellowship to accept Christ as Saviour and Lord. c. To develop Christian maturity in the personal relationship to God and the responsibilities of life. d. To discover and clarify the relevance of the Christian faith to learning in order effectively to educate young men and women as witnesses and servants in their various vocations.

CAMPUS North Park College and Theological Seminary is situated in North Park, a residential section in the northwestern part of Chicago. Its proximity to the center of this great metropolis brings within easy reach musical, cultural, commercial and general educational ad vantages of the greatest value. It is readily accessible from all parts of the city, its campus lying between Kedzie and Spaulding Avenues on the great east and west highway of the North Side, Foster Avenue, whose buses make connections with both the North Side and the Ravenswood elevated lines and with north and south surface lines. The campus consists of about fourteen acres, beautified by many trees and shrubs and bordering the north branch of the Chicago river. Ample space is provided for the twelve buildings already sit- 11 uated upon the campus as well as for the several new buildings contemplated.

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND

The Theological Seminary is organized primarily for the purpose of training ministers and missionaries for service in the churches and mission fields of The Evangelical Covenant Church of America. The first attempts to provide ministerial education among the Mission Friends in America were the Swedish Lutheran Mission Institute in Keokuk, Iowa, 1873-1875, and Ansgar College in Knoxville, Illinois, 1875-1884. The latter school was forced to close in 1884 because of lack of funds. When the Mission Covenant was organized a year later, it was decided to accept the offer of the American Congregationalists to train Covenant ministers in the Swedish Department of Chicago Theological Seminary. By 1891, however, the Covenant had found increasing evidence of the im practicability of having another denomination train its pastors and decided to take over the Skogsbergh school in Minneapolis. The school remained in Minneapolis until 1894 when it was moved to its present site. The policy of the Covenant leaders from the be ginning, has been to relate theological education closely to academic studies. Consequently, the Seminary has remained an integral part of North Park College to the present, although in 1947 it was given its own building. Nyvall Hall, an impressive brick complex contain ing Isaacson Chapel and the Mellander Library, as well as class rooms and offices, was erected that year at a cost of $300,000. The Seminary has been fortunate throughout its history in the quality of instruction. The first teachers were David Nyvall and Axel Mellander, the former an original personality of large dimen sions who made an unforgettable impression on his students, the latter a methodical and careful scholar, whose work was less cre ative than Nyvall's, but immensely significant nevertheless. During David Nyvall's absence from the campus from 1905 to 1912, his courses were taught by Carl Hanson. With the death of Axel Mellander in 1922, Nils W. Lund assumed the teaching burdens in the Seminary. The present staff has seven members called to full-time duty by the Annual Conference of the Covenant. 12

Academic preparation for the ministry has increased considerably since the denomination was founded. Fixed educational require ments for Seminary entrance did not exist in the beginning, but two years of high school became mandatory in 1913. The completion of Junior College was required in 1925, and by denominational de cision, college graduation is required of all students entering the Sem inary after the academic year 1952-53. The Seminary course was extended from two years to three in 1932 and a year of internship was added in 1935. The Seminary graduated its first B.D. candi dates in 1957. The Seminary is recognized as an associate member of the Amer ican Association of Theological Schools. OUR TRADITION The distinctive spirit of the Seminary can be traced through the choices made within the historical Christian tradition, choices re flecting the spiritual experience of the founding fathers in the re vival movements of Northern Europe in the nineteenth century with their subsequent free church development. The Covenant adheres to the affirmations of the reformers re garding the centrality of the Word of God as the only perfect norm for faith, doctrine, and conduct. Although the denomination, em phasizing the sovereignty of the Word over all human interpreta tions, does not bind itself to any creedal position, it has traditionally valued the historic confessions of the church. Within this larger context of classical Christianity it has partic ularly cherished the pietistic restatement of Luther's doctrine of justification by faith as basic to its dual task of evangelism and Christian nurture. It has consequently resisted unrealistic doctrines of sanctification and perseverance. Such traditional rootage, however important for the maintenance of an identity, has not violated the freedom in Christ or the fellow ship with all the saints in the spirit of the text used at the organ izing conference of the church in 1885, "I am a companion of all them that fear Thee, and of them that keep Thy precepts." —Psalm 119:63 The Seminary, as a servant of the denomination, considers the first and deepest human need to be a personal commitment to Christ 13

as Saviour and Lord, out of which come both the church and the community of sound learning. The Seminary visualizes its educational task to be the encour agement of: 1. An understanding of the Word of God. 2. The interpretation of life in terms of this Word. 3. The historical approach to the life of the church and its relationship to the world. 4. A devoted and informed skill in Christian service.

LIBRARY

The Seminary Library (or Axel Mellander Library) is a gradu ate departmental collection of books in the fields of philosophy, re ligion, religious biography and ancient history. It now numbers 11,804 volumes, in addition to 820 bound periodicals and 1,039 pamphlets. Through subscriptions and gifts it receives 71 current journals in the fields of religion and philosophy, both American and foreign. The remainder of the institution's library collection is housed in the Main Building (the College Library) and contains 21,027 volumes in the other fields of knowledge not represented in the Seminary Library. Both collections are available to all students on the campus. If not needed for faculty and student use, books will be sent to alumni and members of the church for a specified period. A microfilm reader is available. The library is administered by a professionally trained librarian, a full-time assistant and part-time student help, with the assistance of a library committee of faculty members. The book collection is classified according to the Dewey Decimal system. Students have free access to the book stacks. The library is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m., with the exception of Wednesday evening when it is open from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m.. Saturday hours are from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. The Religious Education Laboratory is a special collection. It contains resource materials for work with children up to 12 years 14 of age, including many denominational curriculum series. It is avail able for use by faculty, students, and staff. The Covenant Historical Library of The Evangelical Covenant Church of America is also housed in the Seminary Building (Nyvall Hall). This collection of books, pamphlets, letters and other source materials is open to qualified persons interested in special research projects. An Archivist appointed by the Annual Conference is in charge. The resources of all Chicagoland libraries are open to Seminary students through interlibrary loan or personal application.

ADMISSIONS STATEMENT Pre-Theological Preparation Students who have an A.B. degree or its academic equivalent from accredited colleges are admitted to regular standing in the Seminary. Even if a candidate for the Covenant ministry enrolls in another school, he should establish his pre-theological status with the Sem inary through regular application procedure at the beginning of his college work. A student pre-enrolled in the Theological Seminary, but studying elsewhere, must submit annually to the Director of Admissions and Records a transcript covering his studies to date. In order that the pre-theological students may not be deficient in background areas, the student will be expected to follow the pre- theological curriculum recommended by the American Association of Theological Schools as shown below. Any deficiencies in the pre- theological course should be removed during the first year of studies.

ENGLISH—literature, composition, speech and related studies. At least 6 semesters. HISTORY—ancient, modern European, and American. At least 3 semesters. PHILOSOPHY—orientation in history, content and method. At least 3 semesters. NATURAL SCIENCES—preferably physics, chemistry and biology. At least 2 semesters. SOCIAL SCIENCES—psychology, sociology, economics, political sci- 15

ence and education. At least 6 semesters, including at least 1 semester of psychology. * FOREIGN LANGUAGES—one or more of the following linguistic avenues to man's thought and tools of scholarly research: Latin, Greek, Hebrew German, French. Students who anticipate post graduate studies are urged to undertake these disciplines early in their training as opportunity offers. At least 4 semesters.

RELIGION-—a thorough knowledge of the content of the Bible as indispensable, together with an introduction to the major re ligious traditions and theological problems in the context of the principal aspects of human culture outlined above. The pre- seminary student may well seek counsel of the seminary of his choice in order most profitably to use the resources of his col lege. At least 3 semesters. Of the various possible areas of concentration, where areas of con centration are required, English, philosophy and history are regarded as the most desirable. The pre-theological classification (pre-enrollment) may be re moved for cause in areas of character and academic performance. A grade point average of C must be maintained.

ADMISSIONS PROCEDURE CHURCH MEMBERSHIP The applicant must hold membership in a church affiliated with the Covenant. Exceptions to this rule can be made only by the Board of Directors upon recommendation of the faculty. But in any case, the applicant must be a member in good standing of some evangel ical church.

ADMISSIONS POLICY

Admission to theological studies is granted by the Board of Edu cation on recommendation of the theological faculty and the Coven-

* Swedish is acceptable. 16 ant Commission on Ministerial Training. This Commission will meet at North Park Theological Seminary, Chicago, in May and September of each year to review applications, recommend admissions, and interview candidates for graduation. Detailed information will be available upon request. A graduate from a non-accredited school may be admitted on a probationary status. Upon the completion of a year of satisfactory work and the removal of any deficiencies, he may apply for regular standing. Special students may be admitted with the understanding that they cannot be candidates for the B.D. degree until prerequi sites are met. The denomination and the Seminary faculty strongly urge en rollment for the regular course. A limited number of applications for special standing will be considered. Such applications must, however, be based on exceptional circumstances. A student who comes from another theological seminary must submit from that institution: (1) a statement of honorable dismissal, (2) a recommendation from that school for his admission to North Park Theological Seminary, and (3) a transcript of his record.

APPLICATION Application for admission is made on forms provided by the Office of Admissions and Records upon request. For pre-enrollment in the Seminary application should be completed not later than June 1 for September admission, and January 1 for February admission. For the theological studies application should be completed by April 1 for the May meeting of the Covenant Commission on Min isterial Training and prior to August 1 for consideration at the September meeting.

CREDENTIALS

Testimonials of Christian character, ability and general fitness for the Christian ministry must be provided. Such testimonials should be given through letters of recommendation from the applicant's pas- 17 tor and church board on forms provided by the Admissions Office. Two personal references must also be supplied on forms provided. A statement (500 to 1000 words) of personal testimony and biog raphy must be submitted. Transcripts giving all academic studies must be submitted with the application. All credentials accepted for admission become the property of the institution and are kept permanently in its files.

THE BACHELOR OF DIVINITY COURSE 1. The candidate must have the A.B. degree or its academic equivalent. 2. The student is admitted to candidacy after two years of basic studies and instruction, by passing a comprehensive examination on the information and skills acquired. 3. After the successful completion of examinations, the student will choose a faculty adviser and under his counsel complete twelve hours in one of the four fields as his area of concentration. Of these twelve hours, three will be allowed for a substantial research paper. 4. The student must satisfactorily complete ninety hours includ ing: the core requirement, concentration courses, and electives.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS The degree of Bachelor of Divinity will be conferred by North Park Theological Seminary upon the completion of the following requirements: 1) The completion with a grade average of 1.5 of 90 semester hours of graduate seminary work, of which at least 30 hours must be completed in this Seminary. 2) The passing of a qualifying comprehensive examination in cluding a sermon at the end of the second year of seminary studies. 3) One year of practical internship in a Covenant pastorate, to be taken after the junior or middler year. The Dean of the Sem inary in conference with the faculty shall determine the time of the internship. 4) The writing of a critical research paper (approximately 10,- 000 words) in the area of concentration. 18

5) The passing of an oral examination in the last year of studies. 6) The recommendation of faculty, Dean, and Commission on Ministerial Training. A student who does not have the academic qualifications for the degree may upon recommendation of the faculty be allowed to gradu ate with a diploma upon completion of the normal program of studies, with an average of "C" or above.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

JUNIOR YEAR First semester Hours Second semester Hours Old Testament Intro. 8 Interpr.. 3 Old Testament Intro. 8 Interpr. 3 New Testament Intro. 8 Interpr.. 3 New Testament Intro. 8 Interpr. _ 3 Church History 4 Church History 4 Preaching 1 2 Preaching 2 2 Exegesis 2 Exegesis 2

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MIDDLER YEAR First semester Hours Second semester Hours Systematic Theology 3 Systematic Theology 3 Old Testament Thought 3 New Testament Thought 3 Modern Missionary Movement- 2 Rise of Mod. Religious Thought. 3 Pastoral Counseling 2 Living Religions 2 Denominational History 2 Minister and Evangelism 3 Christian Ethics 3 Pastoral Orientation 2

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SENIOR YEAR First semester Hours Second semester Hours Church Worship 8 Polity.. 3 Exegesis 2 Home Missions 2 Preaching 6 2 Preaching 3 2 Research Paper 3 The Minister 8 Christian Edu.. Exegesis 12 The student must take 4 hours of Old Testament Exegesis and 4 hours of New Testament Exegesis.

THE AREA OF CONCENTRATION AND THE t. CRITICAL RESEARCH PAPER When the student has passed the comprehensive examination he may become a candidate for the B.D. degree. In consultation with 19 the Dean he may then choose his faculty adviser the second semester of the middler year. Under the guidance of his adviser he shall select by April 1 the courses for his area of concentration. He shall also present the subject of his research paper and a prospectus by October 1. These will be submitted by the adviser on regular forms to the Dean and are to be approved by the faculty before the student begins his work. The research paper is to be presented in final manuscript form by April 15 prior to June graduation.

COURSE OF STUDIES

Theological Four years including one year of internship are required to com plete the prescribed Seminary course. It should be clearly understood that young men who expect to be ministers and missionaries in Cove nant churches and mission fields should be trained in our own Sem inary. However, where reasonable considerations dictate otherwise the faculty will give advanced standing by transfer of equivalent credit or by examination. In accordance with general educational practice a year of residence is required for graduation.

Field Work The students in the Theological Seminary shall spend one year of active service in the church as pastors or assistants before they begin their final year of studies in the Seminary. They are called by the churches and salaried by the churches. The purpose of the internship is to help the student understand himself and his academic prepara tion in relationship to the living church and to demonstrate that be can serve the church acceptably. During the year of internship the student is under the supervision of the Dean, the faculty supervisor, and duly appointed supervisors. The student shall submit monthly reports of his work on the forms provided and a final appraisal of his internship when it is completed. Evaluations are submitted by each of the field supervisors and by three church leaders under whom the intern served. Candidates for missionary service are also required to serve as interns. Specific re quests by the Board of Missions for exemptions will be considered by the faculty. 20

Missionary Candidates

Upon enrollment in the Seminary, candidates for the foreign mis sion fields are urged to establish contact with the professor of mis sions in the Seminary and with the Board of Missions through the Secretary of World Missions. This should be done in order that the proper course requirements may be fulfilled and reasonable assurance of placement be given.

PROBATION A student in the Seminary whose grade average falls below C (2.0) in any given semester will be placed on probation for the ensuing semester and have his program reduced to 12 semester hours. A grade average of C in the semester of the probation shall be necessary for the removal of the student from the probationary status. INCOMPLETES Incompletes are granted only upon written request by the stu dent on forms provided. This must be approved by the instructor and the Dean. An incomplete must be removed from the record be fore the beginning of the corresponding semester of the following year. The internship year is considered a school year. Normally an incomplete will reduce the student's academic load for the ensuing semester. A student with an incomplete at the beginning of the sec ond semester cannot be a candidate for a degree to be awarded at the close of that semester. 21

Description of Courses THE BIBLICAL FIELD Henry A. Gustafson, Chairman; Neuberg OLD TESTAMENT 101-102. OLD TESTAMENT INTRODUCTION AND INTERPRETATION—An in troductory survey of the history, literature and religion of ancient Israel in their cultural setting, with preliminary attention to the matters of canon, text and prin ciples of interpretation. Three hours, both semesters. 103. OLD TESTAMENT THEOLOGY—A study of the Old Testament portrayal of God and of man and of their relationship. Three hours. 201-202. ELEMENTARY HEBREW—The elements of Hebrew Grammar and syntax. Readings in the Hebrew Old Testament. Three hours, both semesters. 203. GENESIS—A critical and exegetical study of the book, date and compo sition. Two hours. 204. DEUTERONOMY—A study of the book with emphasis on date of compo sition, theology, and its relationship to the Pentateuch as a whole. Two hours. 205. MINOR PROPHETS—A study of the books with special attention to the nature of the prophetic movement, the social and political background of the times, and the religious message. Two hours. 206. ISAIAH—Tbe message of Isaiah in the light of the ancient Near East. Two hours. 207. JEREMIAH Special attention is given to the life and times of the prophet, significant events, social and religious disintegration during the period of the de cline of the kingdom of Judah, and the prophet's message. Two hours. 208. PSALMS—A survey of the characteristic forms of the Hebrew poetry, their literary structure, religious message, and ritual use in Israel. Two hours. NEW TESTAMENT 111-112. NEW TESTAMENT INTRODUCTION AND INTERPRETATION—An in troductory survey of the New Testament including consideration of (1) the min istry of Jesus based on an analysis of the synoptic Gospels, (2) the history of Christian beginnings and Paul based on the study of Acts and the letters of Paul, and (3) the history and literature of the post-apostolic period. Preliminary at tention is given to the principles of interpretation and matters of text and canon. Three hours, both semesters. 113. NEW TESTAMENT THEOLOGY—A consideration of the common pre suppositions and the dominant motifs in the writings of the New Testament, with an emphasis upon the underlying unity of their message. Three hours. 211. GREEK EXEGESIS 1—The reading and interpretation of the Gospel ac cording to Mark, together with a study of Greek syntax. Three hours. 212. GREEK EXEGESIS 2—A careful exegesis of the Epistle to the Romans with the use of commentaries. Three hours. 214. THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO JOHN—An exegetical study of the Gospel with some attention to the problem of authorship and the inter-relationship of the Gospel and the Johannine epistles. The message of the Gospel of John is also re lated to that of the synoptics and the Pauline letters. Two hours. 215. THE EPISTLE TO THE ROMANS—An exegetical study of the epistle with special reference to its teaching about sin and grace, the righteousness by faith, and the hope of Israel. Ttco hours. 22

216. THE FIRST EPISTLE TO THE CORINTHIANS—An exegetical study with special reference to the doctrine, organization and problems of conduct in the early Church. Two hours. 217. THE EARLIER EPISTLES OF PAUL—An exegetical study of the epistles to the Galatians and to the Thessalonians, with special reference to Paul's teaching about a Christian's relationship to the Law. Two hours. 218. THE LATER EPISTLES OF PAUL—An exegetical study of the epistles to the Colossians, Ephesians and Philippians with special reference to date, place and circumstances of writing, destination, purpose, contents, distinctive features, and message. Two hours. 219. THE EPISTLE TO THE HEBREWS—The course considers briefly problems of introduction such as authorship, circle of readers, and immediate cause of compo sition. The main emphasis is upon a close analysis of the text in the interest of determining the central theological motif and its development. Two hours. 311. SEMINAR: CHRISTIAN BEGINNINGS—A study of the message of the New Testament against the background of its Jewish and Greek environment de signed to point out the uniqueness and similarity of the Christian message to the world in which it came forth. Two hours. 312. SEMINAR: JOHANNINE RESEARCH—An examination of selected read ing, environmental, historical, and theological problems in Johannine literature. Two hours. 313. SEMINAR: THE LIFE, WRITINGS, AND THOUGHT OF PAUL A study of the sources related to Paul's life, time and environment, and an examination of some of his leading ideas. Two hours. 314. SEMINAR: THE ESCHATOLOGY OF THE NEW TESTAMENT A study of the historical background of New Testament eschatology and an analysis of lead ing eschatological passages in the New Testament. Two hours. 315. SEMINAR: THE MAKING OF THE NEW TESTAMENT—A consideration of the oral tradition and form criticism, the written gospels and the synoptic prob lem, the Pauline collection of letters, the New Testament in the second century and the formation of the New Testament canon. Two hours. 316. SEMINAR: TEXTUAL CRITICISM OF THE NEW TESTAMENT—The prin cipal manuscripts of the New Testament. Text families. The text of the church Fathers. Modern criticism. Analysis of selected passages. Two hours. THE HISTORICAL FIELD Karl A. Olsson, chairman; Fondell, Frisk

101. THE ANCIENT AND MEDIEVAL CHURCH : ITS THOUGHT AND INSTI TUTIONAL LIFE—An introductory course in the history of the Church and the history of Christian thought from the close of the first century to the end of the Pre-Reformation period. The growth of Christian theology is related to the de velopment of the institutional church. Four hours. 102. THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MODERN CHURCH—A study of the his tory of the Church and the churches from the time of the Reformation. The main emphasis is upon the work of the Reformers and its implications for church life in Europe and America. Period covered: 1500-1865. Four hours. 103. THE HISTORY OF THE EVANGELICAL COVENANT CHURCH OF AMER ICA—A study of the origin and development of The Evangelical Covenant Church of America, its home and foreign missionary enterprises and educational task. Two hours. 23

111. THE MODERN MISSIONARY MOVEMENT—A study of the missionary movement since the Reformation. Attention is given to missionary strategy and organization, especially the development of the church boards. All major fields are considered and the student is made acquainted with the outstanding personal ities of the movement. Two hours. 112. THE LIVING RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD—A study of the history, ideology and growth of the living religions of the world so as to acquire a sin cere appreciation and understanding of them. The interaction between Christianity and the other faiths is stressed for the purpose of effective evangelistic approach. Two hours. 201. HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN CHURCH—A study of the outgrowth of the American Church from its European beginnings with special emphasis upon the American contribution to church development. Period 1600-1900. Two hours. 202. THE MODERN CHURCH IN AMERICA AND EUROPE—The course deals primarily with the effect upon the church of developments such as the industrial, social, and intellectual revolutions of the nineteenth century. The origin of sects and cults as well as the growth and prospects of the ecumenical movement are con sidered. Two hours. 211. MAN AND PRIMITIVE RELIGION—An introduction to cultural anthro pology, with especial emphasis on pre-literate religion: its origin, beliefs, and practices. Two hours. 301. SEMINAR: THE PRIMITIVE CHURCH—The interaction of the Church and the Graeco-Roman world in the period 50-250 A.D. is studied with particular emphasis upon the development of a Christian cultus, polity, and the way of life. Two hours. 302. SEMINAR: MONASTICISM—The course is designed to explore the origin and development of the monastic concept. The role of western monasticism in the life and devotion of the medieval church is given particular emphasis. Two hours. 303. SEMINAR: COLONIAL PIETY—An investigation of the main streams of early American colonial piety with particular attention to their effect upon the forming of American religoius traditions, Two hours. 304. SEMINAR: CHURCH AND STATE IN AMERICA—The course attempts to assess the historical relationship of religion and common life in America as the basis for an understanding of the points of contact between Church and State today. Such pressing problems as religion in education, government aid to parochial schools, and freedom of the pulpit are considered. Two hours. 305. SEMINAR: RELIGIOUS AWAKENINGS SINCE 1700—The history of mod ern revivals is explored in the interest of discovering possible psychological, social and religious patterns. Particular emphasis is given to the awakenings of the 19th century which are related to the rise of the Mission Friends. Two hours. 306. SEMINAR: RESEARCH IN COVENANT HISTORY—This is a course in guided research in which the student will deal independently with sources in a cer tain historical area in order to determine the effect of an institution or movement upon the total historical process. Two hours. THE THEOLOGICAL FIELD Donald C. Frisk, Chairman; Gustafson PHILOSOPHY AND PSYCHOLOGY OF RELIGION CHRISTIAN ETHICS 103. CHRISTIAN ETHICS—A study of the principles of Christian ethics as related to philosophical ethics; the nature of Christian love, natural law, the doctrine of vocation; application of Christian ethical principles to contemporary society. Three hours. 201. PHILOSOPHY OF RELIGION—The basic philosophical problems involved in the religious life; the value of proofs for the existence of God, the problem of evil, the relation of God to the world, the belief in immortality. Tu>o hours. 24

204. PSYCHOLOGY OF RELIGION—A study of religious experience from the point of view of psychology with special emphasis on the religious attitudes and characteristics of Protestant Christianity. Lectures, assigned readings and reports. Two hours. 205. THE CHURCH AND THE HOLY SPIRIT—A critical examination of sev eral constructive formulations of the doctrine of the Church, its nature, functions and ministry. Particular attention is also given to the ecclesiastical development of the doctrine of the Spirit and to the theological problems of the Spirit and Christ, the Spirit and the Word, and the Spirit and the Church. Two hours. 208. THE CHRISTIAN ETHIC AND MODERN SOCIAL PROBLEMS—A study of ways in which the Christian ethic can be made relevant in the solution of the social problems of our day.

BIBLICAL THEOLOGY

Bib. 103. OLD TESTAMENT THOUGHT—Three hours. Bib. 113. NEW TESTAMENT THOUGHT—Three hours.

HISTORICAL AND CONSTRUCTIVE THEOLOGY

108. RISE OF MODERN RELIGIOUS IDEAS—A study of the development of modern religious thought. Beginning with the dissolution of the medieval synthe sis and the theological thought of the reformers, attention is given to the rise of Protestant orthodoxy and the impact of pietism and rationalism, the work of the great philosophers, the emergence of the scientific world view, the development of modern theology. Three hours. 109-110. SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY—An historical and analytical examination of the basic doctrines of the Christian faith. Emphasis is placed upon the student's development of a consistent and adequate theological perspective which will serve as a basis for his work as a minister. Three hours, both semesters. 211. THEOLOGY OF THE REFORMATION—A study of the theological work of the reformers, its relation to medieval Catholicism and its relevance for con temporary theological studies. Two hours. 212. CONTEMPORARY THEOLOGICAL THOUGHT—An analysis of the trends in present day theological thought. Representative works of selected contemporary thinkers will be read and discussed. Two hours. 213. CONTEMPORARY SWEDISH THEOLOGY—Beginning with a survey of the historical and cultural background of Swedish theology, attention is centered on a critical reading of selected works of contemporary Swedish theologians. A major portion of the course is given to an analysis of the methodological approach of the Lundensian school. Two hours. 301. SEMINAR: FAITH AND REASON—An analysis of the relationship between faith and reason. Attention will be given to the classical formulations of the prob lem by such thinkers as Augustine, Anselm and Thomas Aquinas. Problems posed by modern science will be discussed, and the students will report on the work of selected contemporary theologians. Two hours. 302. SEMINAR: THE DOCTRINE OF THE PERSON AND WORK OF CHRIST— A historical and critical examination of Christology and the doctrine of atone ment. Two hours. 303. SEMINAR: LIVING ISSUES IN COVENANT THEOLOGY—A study of trends in the thought and life of The Evangelical Covenant Church and of their relation to developments on the broader contemporary scene. Special attention will be given to the major theological issues now being discussed in Covenant churches. Two hours. 25

304. SEMINAR: CHRISTIAN PHILOSOPHY OF HISTORY—An analysis of the meaning of the historical process from the perspective of Christian faith. Rep resentative philosophies of history will be examined and critically evaluated. Special attention will be given to the doctrine of the Kingdom of God and the fulfillment of history. Ttfo hours. THE PRACTICAL FIELD Elmer W. Fondell, chairman; Dahlström, Hawkinson, Olsson PREACHING 101. THEORY OF PREACHING—The course aims to introduce the student to the basic elements of the sermon and the art of sermon construction. Emphasis is placed on research in the standard homiletic texts and practice preaching followed by class discussion. Two hours. 102. ADVANCED SERMON CONSTRUCTION AND PRACTICE PREACHING—The critical analysis of the form, content and manner of delivery of sermons prepared by the student. Emphasis is placed on a practical application of the principles in troduced in Preaching 101. Two hours. 103. PULPIT EVANGELISM—A special study of evangelistic preaching as to content and method. Emphasis is placed on the preparation and delivery of exposi tory evangelistic messages. Two hours. 106. THE MINISTER AS AN INTERPRETER—The preparation and delivery of sermons on assigned subjects with special interest in the content of the Gospel and its use for pastoral care in the life situations of today. Two hours. (N.B. If classes are large a laboratory hour will be added in each preaching course.) 204. PREACHING VALUES IN LITERATURE—A study of ancient and modern literature as a specified aid to preaching. The proper selection of literary materials for the sermons, the effective use of quotation, and the enrichment of homiletic style are considered. Two hours. CHRISTIAN EDUCATION. EVANGELISM, MISSIONS 122. THE MINISTER AND CHRISTIAN EDUCATION—This course deals with the organization of Christian education in the local church. Serious consideration is given to: the integration of the teaching ministry with the other functions of the church, the pastor as the director of Christian education, and the delegation of responsiblity to other workers. Three hours. 126. THE MINISTER AND EVANGELISM—The first part of the course is a study of the principles and methods of leading individuals to Christ, with partic ular stress on how to deal with various cases. The second part of the course is a study of evangelism in the local church, indicating how to organize for and main tain the evangelistic emphasis and purpose in the entire church program. Three hours. 128. THE CHURCH AND ITS HOME MISSION FRONTIERS—A study of the strategy of the present day church and the carrying out of its commission in church extension in the context of the doctrine of the church, the nature of the Christian gospel, the present world situation, and our denominational ecology. The course requires a critical analysis of some specific Home Mission work as a term project. Two hours. 231-232. PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF MISSIONS—The purpose is to pre pare the prospective missionary for necessary personal and professional adjustments and to give familiarity with the organization, problems, policies, and methods of presenting the Christian message in foreign lands. Three hours, both semesters. 334. SEMINAR: THE INDIGENOUS CHURCH—Careful attention is given to defining and characterizing the indigenous church on mission fields, and to its or- 26 ganization, growth and functioning so as to achieve spiritual, social and economic maturity. Two hours. 335. SEMINAR: MISSIONS AND THE STATE—A study of the relationship between missions and government, with special projects and reports concerning areas of special interest. Two hours. PASTORAL THEOLOGY 152. PASTORAL ORIENTATION—A practical course in ministerial functions designed to prepare the pastor for his varied activity as a leader in the local church and its services. Two hours. 153. PASTORAL COUNSELING—A study of the use of the techniques and methods of counseling applied to the pastoral situation with especial emphasis on the care of the sick and the aged. It will consist of readings, lectures, and class discussions in analyzing the relation of religion to mental and physical health. Two hours. 155. THE CHURCH: ITS WORSHIP AND POLITY—A study of the New Testa ment concept of the Church and its expression in public worship and administra tion. Attention is given to the significance of music, art and architecture in wor ship. The rationale of organization and leadership in relation to the witness and ministry of the Church is also considered. Three1 hours. 256. CLINIC: PASTORAL CARE—A clinic conducted in cooperation with the Chaplain of the Swedish Covenant Hospital consisting of lectures, discussions and supervised hospital visitation. The course will require three hours of work for two hours of credit with one hour each week scheduled at the Seminary for the critical evaluation of calls made. Ttfo hours. 361. SEMINAR: PASTORAL CARE—This course will offer an opportunity for advanced study, research, and the preparation of case histories. Eacb student will conduct his own research project and prepare a comprehensive paper. Two hours. 362. SEMINAR: THE MINISTER AS A TEACHER—A study of the possibili ties of the teaching ministry in the pastorate with an emphasis both upon histor ical examples as well as the development of practical techniques. Each student will report upon his research in each of the two areas. Two hours. 363. SEMINAR: WORSHIP IN THE COVENANT—A study of the history and development of worship patterns of The Evangelical Covenant Church of Amer ica with a view to developing a pragmatic approach to the building of meaningful worship services. Two hours. 364. SEMINAR: PROBLEMS OF ADMINISTRATION—This course is designed to explore the various problems and possibilities in parish administration as well as to prepare the denominational minister for significant leadership in local, con ference, and denominational offices. Two hours.

DEVOTIONAL LIFE The prayer room in Isaacson Chapel is an invitation to medita tion and prayer. Two chapel services are held during the week. Berea, an all school Bible class, meets for study early on Sunday mornings. Gospel teams, student pastorates, youth work, and student preaching supply, are often available as opportunities for service and sharing. Students are also expected to participate regularly in the worship and work of the churches in order to sustain a rich spiritual life in con tact with pastors and people. Students should profit from the wide 27

worship experiences which are possible in the city. It is nevertheless recommended that students associate themselves with a Covenant church of their own choice to which they may be loyal.

DAVID NYVALL LECTURES The David Nyvall Lectures were inaugurated in May, 1951, by the Seminary Forum and the Department of Religious Education Fellowship. The purpose of this guest lectureship is to stimulate greater interest and knowledge in the interpretation of the Christian message for the modern world. In order to achieve this purpose, prominent leaders in the Christian Church are invited to the school from time to time. The lectures are published in the Covenant Quarterly. GUEST LECTURERS 1951—Dr. Conrad Bergendoff, President of Augustana College, Rock Island, Il linois: "The Christian Church and Revolution." 1952—Dr. Adolphe Keller, World Traveler and Lecturer, National Conference of Christians and Jews: "The Causes of Misunderstanding Between Europe and America," and "Have We Met Each Other Face to Face?" 1953—Dr. Edmund D. Soper, Professor of History of Religion, Garrett Biblical Institute, Evanston, Illinois: "The Challenge of Non-Christian Religions to Christianity," and "The Unique Appeal of the Christian Religion." 1954—Dr. Joseph Haroutunian, Cyrus H. McCormick Professor of Systematic Theology, McCormick Theological Seminary, Chicago: "The Spirit of the Living God," and "The Spirit in the Church." 1955—Dr. Wayne E. Oates, Professor of Psychology of Religion, Southern Bap tist Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky: "Some Psychological Aspects of the Doctrine of the Kingdom of God," and "The Kingdom of God and Pas toral Practice." 195 6—Rev. Carl Gideon Charn, Minister, First Covenant Church, St. Paul, Min nesota: "Prof. David Nyvall—Glimpses of a Free Spirit." Dr. R. Pierce Beaver, Professor of Missions, The Federated Theological Faculty, The University of Chicago: "The Christian World Mission on New Frontiers": "The Challenge of the World Situation," and "New Trends of Thought About the Mission." 1957—Dr. Edward P. Blair, Professor of New Testament, Garrett Biblical Insti tute, Evanston, Illinois: "The Bible and the Contemporary Mind": "The Bible and the Layman," and "The Bible and the Scholar." MUSIC ACTIVITIES There are many opportunities for the student to participate in vocal or instrumental groups. The Seminary Chorus is open to all students who like to sing. During the past year the chorus sang at one Chapel service each 28 month, gave several concerts in Covenant churches in the Chicago area, and participated in the annual campus Music Festival. The College Choir, consisting of about seventy voices, is organ ized on the basis of competitive tryouts. The choir sings regularly at the College Chapel services, gives several local concerts including one at Orchestra Hall, and tours some section of the United States every spring. The Festival Chorus is open to anyone who is interested in sing ing. The chorus presents the "Messiah" during the Christmas sea son and "The Seven Last Words" by DuBois on Palm Sunday. A number of trios and quartets, both vocal and instrumental, are organized each year. They supply special music at many campus meetings and gospel team services in Chicagoland as well as some distant churches. Seminary students may also apply for membership in the male quartet or gospel teams which visit Covenant churches throughout the nation every summer. STUDENT COUNCIL The purpose of this organization is to be the official voice of the Seminary student body; to encourage and promote the widest possible active and responsible student participation in Seminary affairs; to foster a spirit of understanding and Christian fellowship between the students, the faculty, the administration, and students of other seminaries. Outstanding guest speakers are invited to speak at several of the meetings each year. At the other meetings various types of programs are given. Especially interesting and rewarding are the panel dis cussions in which various members of the faculty participate. At all meetings time is allowed for an open discussion of the material which has been presented. Usually the topics presented at the meet ings of the Student Council are those which are of general interest to prospective ministers but which are not considered or emphasized in class sessions. "SEM WIVES" The wives of the Seminary and pre-Seminary students of North Park met together for the first time on October 22, 1942 in the home of Dr. and Mrs. Nils W. Lund. Since that time this organization 29 has met every month during the school year. The main purpose of this organization is to provide orientation in the life and work of a pastor's wife. The wives of the Seminary faculty are present at these meetings as counselors from the resources of their practical experience. Meetings are held on the third Monday of each month, with a few exceptions, in the Seminary Lounge, at 8:00 p.m. Special music is furnished by members of the group. Meetings consist of lectures, book reviews, and panel discussions, all presented with an emphasis on the duties of the pastor's wife. One evening class is of fered each semester. In November, 1954, the "Sem Wives" joined the Covenant Wom an's Auxiliary and now participate in the activities of this national fellowship. FUNDS THE SEMINARY LIBRARY FUND In the will of Professor and Mrs. Axel Mellander the school was the beneficiary in a bequest of $4,900. The income from this fund is to be used for the purchase of books for the Seminary Library. Pro fessor Mellander was the first dean of the Theological Seminary at North Park.

THE NILS AND BETTY LARSON SCHOLARSHIP FUND The Nils and Betty Larson Scholarship Fund, a sum of $2,100, has been donated by Mr. and Mrs. Nils G. Larson of Attleboro, Massachusetts, and their estate for the purpose of providing an annual scholarship for a student at North Park Theological Seminary. The fund is invested and the income used for a scholarship. In the se lection of a candidate for the scholarship, preference is to be given to students preparing for the ministry.

STUDENT LOAN FUND This fund has been established by an anonymous donor for sem inary students in temporary financial need. Under regulations ad ministered by the Dean a student may apply for a loan not to exceed $100.00. STUDENT EMPLOYMENT Students desiring to earn a part of their expenses while attending school have unusual opportunities in a great city like Chicago. Every 30 year a large number of the students of North Park secure part-time employment. An employment report must be filed with the Dean at the beginning of the school year and whenever the employment hours may change, in order that a proper balance be maintained be tween the academic load and working hours.

HEALTH SERVICE The school nurse may be consulted by the students during her regular office hours in the dispensary located on the first floor of Caroline Hall. The school physician maintains office hours on cam pus. Appointments are on referral by the school nurse. Cases requiring hospitalization will be cared for in the Swedish Covenant Hospital, affiliated with North Park College and Theolog ical Seminary. The cost of such hospitalization is assumed by the student. No charge is made for the services of the school nurse in the in firmary. The student assumes the financial obligation for the pro fessional services of the school physician.

BOARD AND LODGING Board may be had in Sohlberg Commons at $170 per semester. This price is subject to change should conditions require it. Lodging may be had in the residence hall. The rates are $120 per semester. A key and breakage deposit of $2.00 per semester (re fundable) is charged per student. The office of the Dean of Students will assist in finding suitable neighborhood housing, but does not make arrangements in behalf of the students. Costs in the community are higher than in the campus residence hall.

HOUSING FOR MARRIED STUDENTS A modest beginning is now made to provide housing for mar ried students. The housing situation is, however, still difficult and is expected to remain so for some time. For this and other reasons, students are urged to postpone marriage at least until after the first year of residence. If a student desires an exception to this policy he should consult with the Dean. 31

TUITION AND OTHER FEES Matriculation fee (payable only once, not refundable) $ 10.00 Tuition (per semester) 60.00 *Student Activities and Service fee (per semester) 10.00 Incidentals fee (per semester) 15.00 Late Registration fee 2.00 Change of Program fee 1.00 Special Examination fees Announced test (make-up) 1.00 Final examination (make-up) 2.00 Examination for credit: In studies not previously carried elsewhere (per hour) __ 6.00 To validate credit earned elsewhere (per hour) 4.00 Examination for waiver of pre-requisite (per course, per semester) 2.00 Graduation fee 10.00

* This fee pays for passes to athletic and cultural events; covers the services of the school nurse and dispensary; and grants allowances to activities such as student publications, social and religious activities, committees and student councils. The fee is required of all students carrying eight hours per semester.

RULES OF FINANCE

1. All tuition and fees are payable in advance. 2. A carrying charge of two per cent per month will be charged on unpaid balances 30 days after registration. 3. For damage done to school property through carelessness stu dents are individually or jointly responsible. 4. Diplomas will not be granted to graduates or transcripts of credits issued to transferring students until all bills are paid. 5. Refunds on tuition and fees are issued on a pro-rata basis up to the end of the sixth week of the semester. After the sixth week no refunds are granted. REFUND SCHEDULE: First week of classes_.100% Fourth week of classes 60% Second week of classes 90% Fifth week of classes 40% Third week of classes..80% Sixth week of classes 20% 32

6. When tuition has been paid in full and proper notice of with drawal has been given, refunds are made according to the sched ule during the regular school year. The registration fee is not returnable.

Department of Religious Education ALVA JOHANSON With the expansion of the Junior College into a four-year Liberal Arts school, a major in Christian Education will be offered. Thus students who entered as freshmen in the fall semester of 1956 are eligible for this major. However, until the College grants the bac calaureate degree in 1960 the Seminary will complete its present commitments to students now enrolled and will confer the Bachelor of Religious Education degree upon those who qualify. In order to meet the need for graduate courses in Christian Educa tion for future pastors, missionaries, and directors of Christian Edu cation, we hope to have, within a few years, a graduate program in this field offered by our Theological Seminary. In the meantime, however, we have made a temporary arrangement with McCormick Theological Seminary which will make it possible for Covenant stu dents to enroll in both schools simultaneously for graduate study in the field of Christian Education. They may establish residence at North Park and take all the Bible courses in our Theological Sem inary. They will take all Christian Education subjects at McCormick and after two years will be eligible for the M.R.E. degree.

ADMISSIONS PROCEDURE Application for admission is made on forms provided by the Office of Records and Admissions upon request. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Until 1959 the following are requirements for graduates: 1. Removal of entrance conditions 2. Maintenance of a "C" average 3. Completion of 60 semester hours of the required Department of Religious Education work 4. For transfer students at least one year in residence as an en rolled student in the Department. 5. Recommendation by the faculty 33 Description of Courses

I. CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OF CHILDREN—The church's ministry to childrren under twelve: principles and methods of teaching in the Nursery, Kindergarten, Pri mary and Junior departments: organization and work of Cradle Roll department. Weekday classes, Junior church, and Daily Vacation Bible School. Prerequisite: Introduction to Christian Education. Three hours credit. 3. CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OF YOUTH—This course covers the period of adolescence. The major church sponsored organizations for youth are considered in the light of their objectives and teaching techniques. The integrations of these organization in the development of personality and character of youth are presented as the ideal. Prerequisite Psychology 1. Two hours credit. 4. CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OF ADULTS—Careful consideration is given to the opportunities and needs of the Christian teaching ministry to adults. Church spon sored organizations, such as adult Bible classes, Brotherboods, and Women's mis sionary societies are evaluated in the light of their educational functions. Prerequi site : Psychology 1. Two hours credit. 5 and 6. PRACTICE TEACHING—Supervised practice teaching in a local church. Planning, developing and teaching and evaluating each session. Prerequisite: Junior standing. Year course, two hours each semester. 8. AUDIO-VISUAL METHODS—A survey of the field of audio-visual methods and materials, projected and non-projected; evaluation of films, filmstrips and slides; and production of simple teaching visual materials. No prerequisite. Three hours credit. 10. COUNSELING METHODS FOR CHRISTIAN WORKERS—Orientation to coun seling techniques, observation techniques, methods of recording observations, use of observations, use of interviews, case studies. Two hours credit. II. SUPERVISION IN CHRISTIAN EDUCATION—Organizing and administering the total education program of the church; study of the entire grading system of pupils; study of the various agencies of Christian education, such as the Sunday school, Daily Vacation Bible School, Week-day church school, children's church and other youth organizations, from the standpoint of supervision. Principles and procedures for improving the education program of the church. Three hours credit. 12. CURRICULUM OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION—Principles of curriculum build ing; study of Covenant and other current materials; practice in building curriculum units for various age groups. Prerequisite—Christian Education of Children. Three hours credit. 21. INTRODUCTION TO CHURCH HISTORY—A survey of Church History from the close of the apostolic age to date with an emphasis after the Reformation on such aspects of the church in Sweden and America as will help to relate the history of the Evangelical Covenant Church to the whole church. Three hours. 22. INTRODUCTION TO BIBLE DOCTRINE—A survey study of the major doc trines of the Christian faith with particular emphasis upon an integration of these great teachings into a personal faith. Three hours credit. 23. LIFE OF JESUS—The major events in the life of Jesus as recorded in the four gospels are arranged in chronological order. The major discourses of Jesus are considered in their historical and geographical setting. Two hours credit. 24. LIFE OF PAUL—The book of Acts and the Pauline epistles are studied in their historical setting. Emphasis is placed on the journeys of Paul and their relationship to the writing of his epistles. Two hours credit. 25. THE GOSPEL MESSAGE IN SPEECH—This course is planned for women Christian workers. It deals with the analysis, outlining, and presentation of Bible talks and missionary messages. Prerequisite: Speech 1. Three hours credit. 34

SEMINARY COURSES OPEN TO RELIGIOUS EDUCATION STUDENTS

THE HISTORY OF THE EVANGELICAL COVENANT CHURCH OF AMERICA THE MODERN MISSIONARY MOVEMENT LIVING RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD MINISTER AND EVANGELISM COURSES IN BIBLE PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF MISSIONS MAN AND PRIMITIVE RELIGIONS SEMINARS IN MISSIONS

COLLEGE COURSES IN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN EDUCATION—See College catalog. ADMINISTRATION OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION—See College catalog.

HOME STUDY COURSES IN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 30 courses are offered—Send for descriptive folder to: Home Study Department North Park College and Theological Seminary Chicago 25, Illinois 35 Student Body POST GRADUATES—Candidates for B.D. Degree Delmar L. Anderson Hinsdale, Illinois B.A. Knox College 1953 Diploma North Park Seminary 1955 Louis F. Jensen Racine, Wisconsin B.A. Augsburg College 1948 Diploma North Park Seminary 1951 Roger W. Johnson Brighton, Massachusetts B.A. Augustana College 1951 Diploma North Park Seminary 1955 William M. Sandström South Chicago, Illinois B.A. University of Minnesota 1954 Diploma North Park Seminary 1956 GRADUATE STUDENTS Bert C. Anderson Mound, Minnesota B.A. University of Minnesota 1951 B.D. Bethel Seminary 1956 John A. Bergman Billings, Montana B.A. Seattle Pacific College 1953 B.D. Fuller Theological Seminary 1957 Charles J. Duey Miami, Florida B.E. University of Miami (Fla.) 1954 B.D. Fuller Theological Seminary 195 7 Bryan J. H. Leech Essex, England B.A. Providence-Barrington College 1956 London Bible College 1955 Gordon F. Rasmussen Seattle, Washington B.A. Seattle Pacific College 195 7 Th.M. Dallas Theological Seminary 195 7 SENIORS Candidates for B.D. Degree Raymond E. Anderson Brainerd, Minnesota B.A. University of Minnesota 1954 Vernon A. Anderson Sioux Falls. South Dakota B.A. Augustana College (S.D.) 1952 Benjamin A. Bankson Sioux City, Iowa B.A. State University of Iowa 1954 C. Richard Berggren Worcester, Massachusetts B.A. Augustana College 1954 Dwight M. Carlson Moose Lake, Minnesota B.A. University of Minnesota 1954 Daniel A. Gawronski Hammond, Indiana B.S. Northwestern University 195 3 Jerome K. Johnson Jamestown, N. Y. B.A. Augustana College 1953 James E. Know Bellingham, Washington B.A. Western Washington College 1954 James R. Lundell Kennedy, Minnesota B.A. University of Minnesota 1954 36

Ronald L. Magnuson New Britain, Connecticut B.A. Augustana College 1954 LeRoy W. Nelson Lund, Wisconsin B.A. University of Minnesota 1954 Don P. Olson Willmar, Minnesota B.A. Augustana College 1954 Henry W. Pearson Tacoma, Washington B.A. Seattle Pacific College 1954 John E. Sandberg Detroit, Michigan B.A. University of Minnesota 1954 James H. Silver Bronx, N. Y. B.A. Columbia University 1955 James A. Tamte Virginia, Minnesota B.A. University of Minnesota 1953 J. David Wood Northlake, Illinois B.A. Wheaton College 1954 Candidates for Diploma Robert D. Holmlund Anoka. Minnesota B.A. Macalester College 1957 Harry H. Hubbling Whittier, California B.A. University of California 1956 Gerald J. Peterson Minneapolis, Minnesota B.A. University of Minnesota 1951 Dolan P. Rundquist Green, Kansas B.A. Bethany College 1953 4-B Robert E. Hirsch Blue Island, Illinois B.A. Northern Michigan College 1957 John E. Nilson, Jr. Forestville, Connecticut B.A. University of Wyoming 1956 MIDDLERS Willis E. Adell Chicago, Illinois B.A. Augustana College 1955 Loren E. Anderson Sloan, Iowa B.A. Morningside College 1955 Robert M. Anderson North Easton, Massachusetts B.A. University of Nebraska 1955 Gene R. Danielson Duluth, Minnesota B.A. University of Minnesota 1954 Evert J. Eklund Turlock, California B.A. Taylor University 1956 David A. Elowson Duluth, Minnesota University of Minnesota Donald L. Greenough Sioux Falls, South Dakota B.A. Augustana College (S.D.) 1953 Edwin A. Hallsten Minneapolis, Minnesota B.A. Gustavus Adolphus College 1956 Richard L. Heim San Jose, California B.A. San Jose State College 1956 Clifford H. Johnson Duluth, Minnesota B.A. University of Minnesota 1954 p

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Karl E. Johnson Chicago, Illinois B.A. Wheaton College 1954 LeRoy M. Johnson Drayton, North Dakota University of Minnesota Ronald F. Lagerström Kingsburg, California B.A. University of California 1957 Werner E. Lemke Chicago, Illinois B.A. Northwestern University 1956 James R. Magnuson Oxford, Ohio B.A. University of Minnesota 1955 Norman O. Milford Denver, Colorado University of Colorado Gordon B. Miller Jamestown, New York B.S. University of Buffalo 1955 Arthur A. R. Nelson Chicago, Illinois B.A. Augustana College 1956 Roger J. Nelson Duluth, Minnesota B.A. University of Minnesota 1955 Karl F. Nyline Worcester, Massachusetts B.A. Augustana College 1955 Nathanael T. Oyama Japan Okayama University 1955 James E. Persson Monterey, Minnesota B.S. State Teachers College of Mankato 1956 Richard L. Peterson Galesburg, Illinois B.A. Augustana College 195 2 Luverne W. Sands St. Paul, Minnesota B.A. Bethel College 1957 Wilbur J. Solie Barron, Wisconsin B.A. University of Minnesota 1955 Berner V. Swanson Turlock, California B.A. San Francisco State College 1956 Dale M. Swenson St. Paul, Minnesota B.A. University of Minnesota 1956 JUNIORS Arvid W. Adell Chicago, Illinois B.A. Augustana College 1957 C. Philip Anderson Braham, Minnesota B.A. Northwestern University 1957 Willard L. Berggren Minneapolis, Minnesota B.A. Roosevelt University 195 7 Myron E. Carlson Rockford, Illinois B.A. Augustana College 1957 Arthur R. Gustavson Floral Park, New York B.S. - U.S. Naval Academy 1952 Richard G. Hagstrom Woodstock, Connecticut B.S. University of Minnesota 1954 Karl H. Hallsten Minneapolis, Minnesota B.A. George Williams College 1957 Allan C. Johnson Chicago, Illinois B.A. Wheaton College 1957 Quentin D. Larson Wichita, Kansas B.A. Augustana College 1957 Arthur Mampel St. Paul, Minnesota B.A. Knox College 1957 38

Lewis I. Moon Mankato, Minnesota B.A. Gustavus Adolphus College 1954 Myron Olson Des Moines. Iowa B.S. Wheaton College 1957 William C. Peterson McPherson. Kansas B.A. Roosevelt University 1957

SPECIAL

David Kobashi Japan Okayama University 1956 Kenneth Miyake Japan Doshisha University 1953 Erling Post Sweden Tsuneji Naito Japan

INTERNS

Charles H. Anderson Wallace, Michigan BA. Bethel College 1956 Lowell V. Drotts Thief River Falls. Minnesota B.A. University of Minnesota 1956 Walter G. Enstrom Chicago. Illinois B.S. University of Illinois 1952 M.S. University of Minnesota 1953 Franklin G. Hagberg Warren. Pennsylvania B.A. Houghton College 1953 Ernest L. Hansen Kingsburg. California B.A. University of California 1955 Robert L. Heicher Paxton, Illinois B.A. University of Illinois 1955 D. Bruce Lake Joliet, Illinois B.A. Wheaton College 1955 Philip O. Laurin Mount Vernon. New York B.A. Augustana College 195 6 George P. Magnuson Hinsdale. Illinois B.A. University of Minnesota 1956 J. Robert Nelson Johnsonburg. Pennsylvania B.A. Augustana College 1955 Burdette R. Palmberg Aurora. Nebraska B.A. University of Nebraska 1956 Arthur L. Peterson Floodwood. Minnesota B.A. Augustana College 195 5 E. Neil Peterson Ellsworth. Wisconsin B.A. University of Minnesota 1955 David W. Sandquist Galesburg. Illinois B.A. Augustana College 1954 Paul E. Sparrman Jamestown. New York B.A. Wheaton College 1955 Paul R. Swanson Sugar Grove, Pennsylvania B.A. Western Reserve University 1955 Eldon V. Toll Marquette. Kansas B.A. Wheaton College 1954