World Class Seminary Three distinct locations: St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East Bethel Seminary 2008-2009 CATALOG

Take the Next Step. Change Your World. St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East World Class Seminary World

St. Paul•San Diego•Seminary of the East 2008-2009

3949 Bethel Drive St. Paul, MN 55112-6998 World Class Seminary Three distinct locations: St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East Bethel Seminary 2008-2009 CATALOG

Take the Next Step. Change Your World. St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East World Class Seminary World

St. Paul•San Diego•Seminary of the East 2008-2009

3949 Bethel Drive St. Paul, MN 55112-6998 Mission Boldly informed and motivated by the Christian faith, Bethel ­University educates and energizes men and women for excellence in leadership, scholarship, and service. We prepare graduates to serve in strategic capacities to renew minds, live out biblical truth, transform culture, and advance the gospel.

Values We are Christ-followers – orthodox, conversionist, and evangelical; rooted in the authority of Scripture. We are character-builders – concerned with per- sonal and spiritual formation and therefore commit- ted to the development of whole and holy persons. We are truth-seekers – recognizing that all truth has its source in God as revealed in creation and Scripture, and personified in Christ. We are learners – committed to academic excel- lence within a community characterized by teach- ing, scholarship, and service. We are reconcilers – honoring the worth and dig- nity of people from all races and purposely seeking to create a community that reflects the diversity of the Body of Christ. We are salt and light – relating to the world and society in culturally relevant ways while being in- formed by our pietistic denominational heritage and characterized by an irenic spirit. We are world-changers – driven to prepare gradu- ates who will shape and change the world through exemplary leadership in the church and throughout society. World Class Seminary

Dear Prospective Student: e want your seminary experience to prepare you for real world ministry. When Wyou enroll in one of our eleven degree programs, you will be launched on a jour- ney of growth unlike any you’ve encountered before. Starting this fall, every student in every degree program will create an Integrative Port- folio into which to place the insights that cause you to say, “I don’t want to lose that!” At the end of your seminary journey, you will then pull together a wide variety of peak learning experiences, reflect on them, and integrate them into a final project. That proj- ect will involve responding to a real life case study. Here at Bethel Seminary, we’re trying to do away with degree programs that look and feel like a collection of unrelated silos with no clear connection to each other. • We want you to explore pathways between what you learn in the Bible, history, and Faculty and ­theology and your pilgrimage of personal and spiritual growth. administration in all • We want you to record and reflect on multiple “Aha!” moments in transformational ­leadership practices because they are embedded in your own sense of calling. the regions Bethel • We believe that you should document how your own life has been transformed by Seminary serves applying what you’ve seen modeled in the lives of Esther, Moses, Deborah, Daniel, commit themselves Priscilla, or Paul. to providing In other words, the joy of completing a degree program goes far beyond taking enough courses to qualify for graduation. We’ve designed the Integrative Portfolio to heighten every student the impact of seminary upon a lifetime of ministry. with a compelling Feedback from pastors and lay people urge us to prepare graduates who make a differ- theological ence in the workplaces of our world as well as in the worship places of our churches. worldview, a global That’s because church people want leadership that empowers them to serve effectively where they work and live. So our leadership courses are annually upgraded with best understanding of practices from business, education, faith-based organizations, and government. Each diverse cultures, and year research findings from the lives of Bethel Seminary students are incorporated into our course work to ensure that spiritual and formation teachings are relevant to ways an integrative model you grow into maturity. The foundation for the entire curriculum is grounded in biblical of education. studies, theological insights, and historical realities. We invite you to take a journey whose pathway incorporates multiple resources that en- able you to become whole and holy with capacities to advance God’s kingdom. Read the pages that follow and listen for God’s voice. We hope you hear the leading that says, “Go to Bethel!”

Leland V. Eliason Executive Director and Provost Communication with Seminary Personnel

Communication with the seminary will be facilitated if correspondence and telephone calls are directed to the appropriate offices:

Bethel St. Paul Campus Seminary St. Paul Bethel Seminary 3949 Bethel Drive St. Paul, Minnesota 55112 651.638.6180

Admissions/Financial Aid 651.638.6288 or 800.255.8706 (ext. 6288)

Child Development Center Director of Child Development Center 651.638.6147

Doctor of Ministry Director of Doctor of Ministry Program 651.635.8083 or 800.255.8706 (ext. 8083)

Faculty and Curriculum Executive Director and Provost 651.638.6182

Bethel Supervised Ministry Director of Supervised Ministry Seminary San Diego and Internships 651.635.8541

Housing Student Life Office 651.638.6165

Library Director of Library 651.638.6183

Hwy 125 Transcripts Registrar 651.638.6181 San Diego Campus

Bethel Seminary San Diego 6116 Arosa Street San Diego, California 92115 619.582.8188

Admissions/Financial Aid Director of Admissions and Financial Aid Bethel 619.582.8188 or 800.238.4352 Seminary of the East Supervised Ministry Director of Supervised Ministry and Internships 619.582.8188

Transcripts Registrar Boston 651.638.6181 Seminary of the East Campus New York Bethel Seminary of the East 2325 Maryland Road, Suite 225 Philadelphia Administrative Offices Willow Grove, PA 19090 215.659.1000 or 888.The.East (toll free) Washington, D.C. www.bethel.edu seminary.bethel.edu

2 Contents

4 Calendars San Diego Bethel Profile 64 Bethel Seminary San Diego 8 Vision of the Seminary 64 Focus and Distinctive Characteristics 10 History 65 Faculty 10 Doctrinal Position 65 Academics 10 Administration 66 Library 11 Accreditation 66 Students 11 Alumni 67 Degree Programs 11 Statement on Women and Men 67 Master of Arts in Applied Ministry 12 Special Educational Opportunities 68 Master of Arts in Christian Education 13 Student and Community Life 69 Master of Arts in Marital and Family Therapy 15 Covenant for Life at Bethel 70 Master of Arts (Theological Studies) 17 Affirmation of Faith 70 Master of Arts in Applied Ministry with Global and 18 The “Three Centers” Philosophy of Seminary Contextual Studies Concentration Education 70 Master of Divinity 19 Program Overview 72 The Master of Divinity with an Applied ­Ministry 20 Degree Programs Concentration 73 Master of Divinity with Concentration in St. Paul Marriage and Family Studies 22 Vision Statement 73 Master of Divinity Language Tracks 23 Faculty 73 Supervised Ministry 24 Campus and Community Resources 74 Requirements by Degree Program 26 Special Programs and Opportunities 78 Student Services and Resources 29 Degree Programs 29 Master of Arts in Christian Education Seminary of the East 29 Master of Arts in Christian Education with 80 Bethel Seminary of the East Teaching Centers Youth Ministries Concentration 80 History of Bethel Seminary of the East 29 Master of Arts in Community Ministry Leadership 80 Distinctive Characteristics 30 Master of Arts in Christian Thought 81 Teaching Centers 31 Master of Arts in Global and Contextual Studies 83 Degree Programs 32 Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy 83 Master of Divinity 33 Master of Arts in Children’s and Family Ministry 84 Master of Arts (Theological Studies) 33 Master of Arts in Transformational Leadership 84 Certificate in Theological Studies 34 Master of Arts (Theological Studies) 85 Mentoring Program 34 Master of Arts (Theological Studies) with Global 86 Student Information and ­Contextual Studies ­Concentration 86 Application Process 34 Master of Arts (Theological Studies) and 86 Academic Policies Master of Divinity, Modular Format (SemPM) 87 Library 35 Master of Divinity 87 Course Evaluation/Grading 35 Master of Divinity with Concentration 87 Student Services in Christian Thought 88 Financial Information 35 Master of Divinity with Concentration 88 Financial Aid in Marriage and Family Studies Program of Study 36 InMinistry Master of Divinity 90 Academic Information and Policies 36 Concentrations 99 Cost of Education 36 Admission to a Discipline 102 Financial Aid 37 Master of Divinity Language Tracks 107 Courses of Study 37 Supervised Ministry 108 Center for Biblical and Theological Foundations 37 Certificates Course Descriptions 38 Post-Graduate Certificate in 123 Center for Spiritual and Personal Formation Marriage and Family Therapy Course Descriptions 38 Doctor of Ministry Program 135 Center for Transformational Leadership 39 Doctor of Ministry in Church Leadership Course Descriptions 40 Doctor of Ministry in Congregation and 145 Supervised Ministry Family Care 40 Leading from the Inside Out Directory and Appendix 41 Emerging Leaders Program 148 Faculty 41 Admission to the Program 160 Administration and Staff 41 Doctor of Ministry Candidacy 161 Board of Trustees 42 Requirements by Degree Program 162 Scholarships 55 Description of Concentrations 168 Index 59 Student Activities, Services, and Resources 3 Bethel Seminary St. Paul Calendar for 2008/2009

Fall Quarter 2008 September 2-12 September School September 5-7 Faculty Retreat September 17-19 Genesis: orientation for new students/campus program September 20 All Seminary Retreat September 22 Fall quarter begins October 10 Transforming Church Initiative October 15 Scholarship Awarding Ceremony October 20-October 31 InMinistry on-campus intensives (C.F.M.) October 20-October 31 Fall Reading Weeks for on-campus programs November 10-14 D.Min. Intensives November 27-28 Thanksgiving break December 5 Last day of fall quarter Winter Quarter 2009 January 5 Genesis Session and registration for new day students January 5 Winter quarter begins January 16 Statements of Faith due for M.Div. graduating seniors January 19 Martin Luther King Jr. Day—no classes January 23-25 Seminary Faculty Retreat February 2-13 InMinistry on-campus intensives (M.Div./M.A.C.T./M.A.G.C.S.) February 2-13 Winter Reading Weeks for on-campus programs February 9-13 D.Min. Intensives February 20 Statements of Faith due for M.A. graduating seniors March 16 Last day of winter quarter Spring Quarter 2009 March 23 Genesis session and registration for new day students March 23 Spring quasser begins April 10 Good Friday, no classes April 20-May 1 InMinistry on-campus intensives (C.F.M.) April 20-May 1 Spring Reading Weeks for on-campus programs May 20 Honors Convocation May 25 Memorial Day—no classes May 29 Last day of spring quarter, masters programs May 29 Communion for graduates, families, and friends May 30 Commencement Summer Quarter 2009 June 15-August 21 Summer term, residential and InMinistry programs June 15-August 31 Summer term, SemPM June 15-19 June School July 6-24 D.Min. intensives July 13-24 InMinistry on-campus intensives August 10-14 D.Min. intensives

4 Bethel Seminary San Diego Calendar for 2008/2009

Fall Quarter 2008 2008-2009 September 5-7 Faculty Retreat (St. Paul) September 15 Fall quarter begins JUNE DECEMBER October 20-24 Fall Reading Week 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 November 27-28 Thanksgiving break 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 December 5 Last day of fall quarter 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 28 29 30 31

Winter Quarter 2009 JULY JANUARY January 5 Winter quarter begins 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 January 19 Martin Luther King Jr. Day—no classes 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 January 23-25 Seminary Faculty Retreat 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 February 9-13 Winter Reading Week 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 March 20 Last day of winter quarter 27 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

AUGUST FEBRUARY Spring Quarter 2009 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 March 30 Spring quarter begins 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 April 10 Good Friday—no classes 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 May 4-8 Spring Reading Week 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 May 25 Memorial Day—no classes 31 MARCH June 12 Last day of spring quarter 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 June 13 Commencement SEPTEMBER 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Summer 2009 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 June 22-August 28 Summer Term 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 29 30 31 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 APRIL 1 2 3 4 OCTOBER 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 2 3 4 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 26 27 28 29 30 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 MAY 1 2 NOVEMBER 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

5 Bethel Seminary of the East Calendar for 2008/2009

Fall Quarter 2008 Spring Quarter 2009 September 5-7 Faculty Retreat (St. Paul) March 20 New Student Orientation Workshop— September 15 New Student Orientation Workshop— Metro D.C. New York March 23 New Student Orientation Workshop— September 16 New Student Orientation Workshop— New York Philadelphia March 24 New Student Orientation Workshop— September 18 New Student Orientation Workshop— Philadelphia New England March 26 New Student Orientation Workshop— September 19 New Student Orientation Workshop— New England Metro D.C. March 26 Metro D.C. Thursday classes begin September 22 New York classes begin and March 27 Metro D.C. Friday classes begin and Community Day of Learning Community Day of Learning September 23 Philadelphia classes begin and March 28 New York Saturday classes begin Community Day of Learning March 30 New York Monday classes begin and September 25 New England classes begin and Community Day of Learning Community Day of Learning March 31 Philadelphia classes begin and September 25 Metro D.C. Thursday classes begin Community Day of Learning September 26 Metro D.C. Friday classes begin and April 2 New England classes begin and Community Day of Learning Community Day of Learning September 27 New York Saturday classes begin April 9-10 No classes Metro D.C. November 17-22 Fall Reading and Research Week— (Easter Weekend) all centers April 11 No Saturday classes New York November 27-29 No classes in New England, (Easter Weekend) New York (Saturday) and Metro DC May 11-15 Spring Reading and Research Week— December 1 New York Monday classes end New England and Philadelphia December 2 Philadelphia classes end May 21-25 Spring Reading and Research Week December 11 New England classes end (Memorial Day Weekend )— December 11 Metro D.C. Thursday classes end Metro D.C. and New York December 12 Metro D.C. Friday classes end June 8 New York Monday classes end December 13 New York Saturday classes end June 9 Philadelphia classes end June 11 New England classes end Winter Quarter 2009 June 11 Metro D.C. Thursday classes end December 13 New Student Orientation Workshop— June 12 Metro D.C. Friday classes end all centers June 13 New York Saturday classes end January 3 New York Saturday classes begin June 20 Commencement January 5 New York Monday classes begin and Community Day of Learning Summer Quarter 2009 January 6 Philadelphia classes begin and June 23-August 15 Summer classes—all centers Community Day of Learning January 8 New England classes begin and Community Day of Learning January 8 Metro D.C. Thursday classes begin January 9 Metro D.C. Friday classes begin and Community Day of Learning January 23-25 Winter Faculty Retreat February 16-21 Winter Reading and Research Week (New England, New York, Philadelphia) March 12 Metro D.C. Thursday classes end March 13 Metro D.C. Friday classes end March 14 New York Saturday classes end March 16 New York Monday classes end March 17 Philadelphia classes end March 19 New England classes end

6 Bethel Profile

undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and Christian leaders through three-part em- adult education programs. Under the phases on biblical/theological foundations, university structure, Bethel Seminary transformational leadership, and spiritual continues as a ­world-class evangelical and personal formation. With locations in institution of theological education St. Paul, San Diego, and the eastern sea- offering eight master of arts degrees, board, as well as a model distance learning ethel University is a leader in a ­master of divinity degree, a doctor program, Bethel ­Seminary is breaking new B Christian higher education with of ministry ­degree, and 11 certificates. ground in ­effective ministry training. approximately 6,200 students from Accreditors have praised the seminary’s 48 states and 29 countries enrolled in approach to developing whole and holy

7 Vision of the Seminary

World culture is evolving rapidly. Indeed, many agree that even the rate of change is changing. These shifts mean that institutions of all kinds—business, govern- ment, church, and education—either adapt purposefully or risk obsolescence. A snapshot of our contemporary culture reveals these ­realities: • People around the world and in America—including some Christians—increasingly do not believe in an ultimate truth. • Failures of personal and moral integrity among pas- tors and Christian leaders are savagely damaging church communities. • Cultural and ethnic diversity often result in divi- sions and strife rather than reconciliation and mutual ­respect. • Leadership effectiveness is more difficult than ever to achieve. Churches and Christian ministry agencies must there- fore respond meaningfully to these realities: exponential change, capitulation to the relativity of truth, personal and spiritual brokenness, racial and ethnic barriers, and multiple demands for excellence in leadership. At Bethel Seminary, we feel keenly the effects of these larger movements. Bethel has made intentional efforts to respond to these realities, and innovation and change continue. We’re committed to educating and nurturing graduates who can respond effectively to the significant changes in contemporary world culture that are still ahead even as they engage in kingdom ministry.

8 Bethel Profile

Vision as the evaluation about seminary education churches and ministry agencies. Bethel Framework emerged from across North America is becoming, at all locations, a place and around the world. As we listened, where people increasingly understand for Innovation we heard a massive and growing con- the truth of the gospel, grasp the con- Bethel Seminary’s vision statement sensus that said: texts of diverse cultures, grow toward reflects the core values that have always personal holiness and wholeness, and Effective ministry demands solid biblical impelled our work. The vision state- gain the skill and passion to lead people grounding; the highest qualities of charac- ment reads: to transforming encounters with the ter and integrity; and significant leader- Lord whom that gospel declares. The passion of Bethel Seminary is to ship skills. advance the gospel of Jesus Christ The specific ways in which this mis- among all people in culturally sensi- When we assessed Bethel Seminary in sion and vision are expressed on each tive ways. As a Spirit-empowered, light of these findings, we discovered campus are spelled out in the sections biblically grounded community of that Bethel, like most seminaries, effec- of this catalog that apply to each cam- learning, Bethel strives to develop tively educated to meet the first of these pus. The faculty and administration of and equip whole and holy ­persons goals (biblical grounding), but too all the seminary’s locations are deeply to serve and lead so that churches often fell short in the others (character committed to the mission Christ en- and ministry agencies can become all formation and leadership skills). We set trusted to His church as expressed in they are called to be and do all they out to change how we did seminary in the Great Commandment and the Great are called to do in the world for the order to address what was missing in Commission. Due to size and cultural glory of God. seminary education. contexts, specific emphases are nu- anced somewhat differently on each The first sentence of this vision ties “What matters to local campus. However, these differences oc- Bethel Seminary’s purpose to the mis- cur in the context of ongoing, frequent sion that Jesus entrusted to His church churches and ministry communication among the faculties in the Great Commission. Therefore agencies matters to and administrations of all campuses. we can say, “What matters to local Bethel Seminary.” churches and ministry agencies matters That communication has been greatly to Bethel ­Seminary.” enhanced through a compressed video What has happened during this process linkage connecting San Diego, St. Paul, To gain clarity about what really ­matters, of self-examination and change has re- and Seminary of the East. Faculty and we have listened carefully to a broad focused the energies of Bethel’s faculty administration have frequent real-time spectrum of leaders from churches and administration. We have renewed dialogue about crucial matters such as and ministry agencies. Feedback from our purpose to educate students in a interviewing and selecting candidates major studies and focus groups (includ- holistic way for transformative leader- for faculty on all campuses, curriculum ing alumni feedback) has been taken ship in God’s church. design and change, and crucial issues seriously. The combined populations in student formation. A shared faculty represented in these groups include the This means that the educational retreat each quarter greatly ­contributes insights of several thousand pastors and ethos—the corporate culture or spiri- to the closeness that the faculty feels lay ­persons. tual climate of Bethel Seminary—is even though separated by thousands evolving on each campus. From top to of miles. Finally, the distinctives of the What are these godly Christian leaders bottom, Bethel is becoming an inten- faculty and administration on each saying about the nature of seminary tionally missional group of people campus serve as a catalyst to deepen education? Quite honestly, some of who team together, straining every our understanding and com­mitment to what we heard was hard to receive. But muscle and expending every energy to the mission and vision to which we feel broad converging lines of analysis and accomplish the vision to serve within called.

9 The History of teachers and students throughout sub- through personal regeneration; the the Seminary sequent decades. Bethel’s graduates have virgin-born Christ as the incarnate Re- played a significant role in the advance deemer; the vicariously atoning death John Alexis Edgren founded Bethel of the Baptist General ­Conference. of Jesus Christ; the historicity Seminary in 1871 to respond to the of the resurrection; and the certainty need for an educated ministry among God blessed the seminary with teachers of the return of Christ. the Baptist churches being organized by of scholarly attainment, some of whom

Bethel Profile Swedish immigrants. Except for a few achieved fame in wide circles of influ- While faculty at Bethel are encour- years (1884-1888) when the seminary ence. Men of former years, like Edgren, aged to share their personal convic- was first located for a year in St. Paul, a philologist and biblical scholar, and tions when teaching essentials of the Minnesota, and then in Stromsburg, Carl G. Lagergren, a theologian, laid a Christian faith, Bethel has maintained Nebraska, all of its first half-century solid foundation on which well-trained an atmosphere of broad tolerance for was spent as the Swedish Department scholars of the present continue to divergent views in the peripheral areas of the Divinity School of the University build. of theological interpretation. of Chicago and its predecessor, the Bap- tist Union Theological Seminary. The Baptist General Conference is a Theological education at Bethel has small denomination when compared never been static. Today, as in the past, In 1914, the churches of the Baptist to the major religious bodies. Conse- the theological position of the seminary General Conference assumed full sup- quently, the seminary has maintained combines the continuing foundational port of the seminary, moving it again a close relationship with the churches truths of evangelicalism with the best to St. Paul. There it was joined on one throughout the years. A significant insights of contemporary thought. campus with Bethel Academy, a high portion of each seminarian’s education While Bethel, true to its heritage, school that had opened its doors in is underwritten by tithes and offerings preserves its own distinctive theology, Minneapolis in 1905. The new name from the conference. The school is there is healthy interaction of faculty of the combined schools was Bethel dependent on this constituency for sup- and students with the larger ecumenical Academy and Seminary of the Swedish port in prayers and financial assistance. world of theological discussion. (For a Baptist General Conference. During In turn, the seminary is committed to more explicit statement, see the appen- the next half-century, as the immigrant the ministries of the denomination. dix “An Affirmation of Our Faith.” ) churches became completely American- ized, the educational standards of the The seminary is still mindful of its Administration seminary were progressively raised. A original purpose, as outlined by the Bethel Seminary is governed by a board high school diploma as the entrance founder: requirement to the seminary soon gave of trustees comprising no fewer than way to a junior college education, and The instruction will be so conducted that 25 and no more than 35 persons. Sixty finally to the baccalaureate degree that above all the spiritual life may gain percent are elected by the delegates is the current academic prerequisite. strength, and secondly that knowledge may to the annual meeting of the Baptist The seminary now offers theologi- be gained and understanding developed. General Conference, two are repre- cal education in accordance with the sentatives of the district executive standards laid down by the Association Edgren amplified this principle by stat- ministers council of the Baptist General of Theological Schools. ing its intended result in the life of the Conference, and additional members graduate to: are appointed by the Board of Trustees subject to confirmation by the annual The seminary’s history reveals sev- Go forth in the Master’s service with an meeting delegates. The president of eral distinctives that contribute to the increased faith and a deeper insight in the Baptist General Conference is an Bethel spirit. Swedish pietism left its the Christian life, and thus be the better ex-officio member with voting rights. mark on the school. The current vision prepared by example and teaching to lead The president of Bethel University is seeks to keep the curriculum Bible-cen- others. tered, to emphasize the building of the the chief executive officer of the board. spiritual life, and to embody a spirit of Reporting directly to the president are tolerance in areas of evangelical dis- Doctrinal Position four administrative officers responsible agreement. At the core of the program Since the inception of Bethel Semi- for major areas of campus activity: is an unwavering loyalty to the Or- nary, theological studies at the school executive vice president and provost of thodox-Reformed formulations of the have been set within the framework the seminary, executive vice president Christian faith. of historic evangelical theology, such and provost of the college, executive as the reliability of the Scriptures as vice president for business affairs, and A fire for evangelism and missions arose the authority for Christian living and executive vice president for institution- in the heart of founder John Alexis church order; the depravity of human- al advancement. Edgren, and has marked the lives of ity, necessitating divine redemption

10 Bethel Profile Bethel Seminary is associated with cation. Bethel Seminary of the East is an The seminary further recognizes that Bethel University, a leading resource for Associate Member of the Conservative there are both women and men who Christian higher education with stu- Baptist Higher Education Council. sense a divine calling to professional dents from around the world enrolled ministry. Because the seminary is not in the seminary as well as the universi- Alumni a church, it does not ordain or make ty’s College of Arts & Sciences, College the decision of who shall be ordained. Graduates of the seminary now num- of Adult & Professional Studies, and In the Baptist denomination of which ber more than 3,600. Those in active Graduate School. Bethel Seminary is a ministry, such service are filling important ministry decisions and actions are functions of the roles as missionaries, pastors, teachers, local church. Students come to us from Accreditation administrators, chaplains, denomina- a variety of churches, some that ordain Bethel Seminary is accredited by the As- tional servants, and directors of Chris- women and some that do not. sociation of Theological Schools, which tian education and youth ministries is the national accrediting agency for around the world. All academic programs at Bethel theological schools in the United States ­Seminary will continue, as in the past, and Canada, and by the Higher Learn- Seminary alumni are members of the to be open to all who meet the academ- ing Commission of the North Central Bethel Alumni Association, which ic, moral, and spiritual requirements for Association of Colleges and Schools. includes graduates of all schools of admission. No person should be re- Bethel University and many former quired to justify his or her presence in Bethel Seminary also has received students who completed less than a the seminary in terms of race, gender, ­accreditation to offer the full Master of full program. This association provides or age. While within evangelical Chris- Divinity and Master of Arts (Theologi- significant support for the school. tianity, within local churches, and on cal Studies) at all four Bethel Seminary the Bethel Seminary faculty, differences of the East sites: Philadelphia, New Women and Men of opinion exist regarding the relative England, New York City, and Metropol- Bethel Seminary affirms that both wom- roles of men and women, discussions itan Washington, D.C. This accredita- en and men are created in the image of of such topics should be conducted tion is granted both by the Association God, that they are equally recipients of openly and sensitively; with Christian of Theological Schools and by the the redemptive grace of God, and that respect for the person and convictions Higher Learning Commission of the the Spirit of God is conferred upon men of others; and with primary consid- North Central Association of Colleges and women alike. It also observes that eration given to the teachings of the and Schools. The Philadelphia and New the listings of spiritual gifts in Scripture Bible, our supreme authority in matters England Centers of Bethel Seminary of make no restrictions of gender regard- of faith and practice. the East are approved for Veterans Edu- ing recipients of those gifts.

11 Clinical Pastoral Education Summer or quarter programs in Clini- cal Pastoral Education are available for credit in various hospitals ­approved by the Association for Clinical Pasto-

Bethel Profile ral Education (see page 122 for fur- ther information). Cooperation with neighboring theological seminaries also provides opportunity for selected students to take a limited amount of course work in elective areas in other seminaries. Students may receive credit for CPE units completed prior to enter- ing Bethel Seminary if the units were taken at an accredited CPE site and the student provides written documenta- tion of successful completion. See page 95 for tuition and fee information. Special Educational the classes contributes to the unique Opportunities character and program of Jerusalem University College. Lifetime Education Jerusalem University Program ­College The major portion of the instruction Bethel Seminary graduates who en- (formerly Institute of is done in the English language by rolled after July 1, 1982, and who Holy Land Studies) staff recruited from the faculties of the complete a master’s degree with at least Hebrew University and the University Students have the opportunity to 96 credits taken at Bethel, may audit of Tel Aviv. Included in the program supplement their seminary studies any regularly offered course or seminar are three weeks of archaeological and with an enriching program of studies (excluding SemPM and InMinistry geographical field trips, together with offered abroad. Jerusalem University courses) for a $25 registration fee. field experience in excavation. College offers a specialized curriculum Participants in the program will be designed to introduce students to the assigned less work than that given to Further information on this program study of Palestine and the Near East, regular credit students. Courses and may be obtained from the Office of the to provide training in the languages and seminars taken under this program are Registrar at Bethel or from Jerusalem literature of that area both from antiq- not given credit toward a degree, and University College, 4249 E. State Street, uity and the present, and to contribute a maximum of five courses per year Suite 203, Rockford, IL 61108. to the understanding of Near Eastern may be taken. Other conditions apply cultures and peoples in ancient times, as well. The program is offered at all of Students desiring transfer credit should as well as its cultures and peoples today Bethel Seminary’s locations. InMinistry consult the registrar prior to enrolling and their role in the present world alumni may request permission to audit in these courses. scene. InMinistry courses. Instructions, cost, and application information are avail- Urban Studies The curriculum of Jerusalem Uni- able online. versity College has been designed to The urban studies program at Bethel take advantage of the distinctive re- Seminary includes course work It is the official policy and commitment of sources of study and research available and field education in cooperation Bethel Seminary not to discriminate on the in Jerusalem and throughout Israel. with Gordon-Conwell Theological basis of race, color, national or ethnic ori- Historical and cultural aspects of the Seminary’s Center for Urban Ministry gin, age, gender, or disability in its educa- land are covered thoroughly in a variety Education in Boston, Mass.; the Bresee tional programs, admissions, or employment of courses. These, together with geo- Institute of Los Angeles, Calif.; and practices. The president of Bethel Univer- graphical, archaeological, and linguistic the City Teams International Center sity has designated the director of human studies, provide a unique on-the-scene for Urban Training in San Jose, Calif., resources as the compliance officer for the exposure. This exposure is ensured or Philadelphia, Pa. Credit is offered institution. Inquiries regarding compliance through a staff of scholars and lectur- by these institutions and Bethel. For may be directed to: The Compliance Officer, ers resident in the land, and therefore, further information, contact the direc- Bethel University, 3900 Bethel Drive, best acquainted with it. The use of local tor of supervised ministry at Bethel St. Paul, MN 55112, 651.638.6119. Jewish and Arab expertise in some of Seminary.

12 Student and Community Life

Academic Advising Counseling to counsel them on a personal basis as needs arise. Students are encouraged to Each incoming degree program At registration all degree students seek interviews with the provost and student is assigned an advisor who are assigned to faculty advisors who faculty members at any time. seeks to understand the academic assist students in planning their pro- and vocational goals of the student, grams of study. They also will become Evaluation of Student as well as his or her personal needs. ­acquainted with the students in order Returning students are assigned advi- Progress sors according to their concentrations. “... a time is coming and Because of the seriousness of ­seminary Students are encouraged to attend all education, all incoming students, of the group advisee/advisor meetings has now come when the including transfer students, are ac- planned during the year. true worshipers will wor- cepted on a provisional basis. In St. Paul, students are evaluated in a variety Community Worship ship the Father in spirit of formal and informal ways, includ- Opportunities and truth, for they are ing supervised ministry assessments and interpersonal communications There are a variety of community wor- the kind of worshipers both inside and outside the classroom. ship opportunities available to students the Father seeks. God is Students are also given an opportunity at each of our campuses. Please refer to report on their thinking and experi- to your individual campus section for spirit, and his worship- ence in relation to seminary academic details on community life gatherings, ers must worship in spirit work, participation in community life, small group prayer and Bible studies, and in truth.” supervised ministry, growth in life as and more. servants of God, and progress toward John 4:23-24 their ultimate ministry goals.

13 The recommendations that come from Spiritual Life Many opportunities are available to the faculty and staff are received and students for spiritual formation: acted upon by the Student Develop- Individuals who are called into Chris- • Classes ment Committee. Students who are tian ministries are called to continuous- • Community Life Gatherings with an failing to make adequate progress in ly pursue their own growth in a godly emphasis on becoming a whole and areas of development and/or forma- life so that their ongoing study, prayer, holy community tion may be placed on probation and and experience will contribute to their • Chapel programs with emphases on required to follow a developmental plan being equipped to minister to others praise and scriptural challenge in order to continue in their degree seeking Christian maturity. • Retreats for the whole seminary program. Students will be notified if Every student must examine his community, for couples, and for they are being placed on probation or if or her own ways of providing for this singles their continuance in a degree program growth. It is expected that students • Prayer groups is in question. will intentionally choose corporate • Days of prayer and individual, inward and outward, • Women’s organizations Multiculturalism Christian disciplines and service in • Periodic seminars (on caring, time Student and Community Life Community and Student at Bethel which to participate on a regular basis. management, stress management, The particular choices will vary de- finances, etc.) Bethel strives to create an environment pending upon individual maturity in • Personal one-day retreats that welcomes students from diverse Christ, the call of God that is being re- • Small special interest groups ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Each sponded to and developed, the church • Appointments with special visitors student of color who attends Bethel fellowship to which one belongs, and to campus further diversifies and enriches the the expectations of the seminary for the seminary community. Bethel’s Dean of All aspects of life at Bethel Seminary development of ministering persons. Intercultural Relations and multicultur- are intended to be part of the student’s al advisors are specifically interested in Students should reflect on the goals ongoing growth in God. Academic assisting students of color, celebrating stated above and also on important study and a life of prayer and service with them, and helping them through goals of their own. They should plan, are all part of the picture. The call to be any problems that arise. quarter by quarter, how they will attend a student is a serious Christian com- to these priorities and seek to be ac- mitment and is not less spiritual than countable for their intentions. aspects that are considered to be “devo- tional.” It is expected that students will enter into all aspects of life at Bethel as “unto God.”

14 Student and Community Life Becoming Whole and Living a Biblical Lifestyle • We will not tolerate plagiarism and The Bible frequently speaks about a other forms of academic dishonesty.6 Holy Persons: holy lifestyle. Such passages are found A Covenant for Life throughout the Old and New Testa- We believe that life is sacred and people Together at Bethel ments.4 The Bible describes character have worth because they are created in qualities and actions that should be God’s image.7 Bethel University is an educational present in the lives of believers. These • We will value human life in all its di- community committed to integrating include prayer, evangelism, kindness, versity and fullness, recognizing that evangelical Christian faith with learn- humility, compassion, forgiveness, women and men of all races, ages, ing and life. As people created in the hospitality, personal integrity, generos- and ability levels reflect the creative image of the covenant-keeping God, we ity to the poor, care for the oppressed, genius of our Maker. covenant together to discover the mind study of God’s Word, accountability to • We view racism and sexism as sinful of Christ and to become like Christ. We one another, recognition of the rights of and reflective of some of the most pursue this mission as people called by others, commitment to justice, regular harmful aspects of our culture. We Jesus to live holy lives, according to the gathering for worship, and living in will abstain from discrimination values, expectations, and goals of the harmony. based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, kingdom of God. A crucial part of our and disability. We will also abstain The Bible also identifies character mission is to develop whole and holy from gossip, deliberate divisiveness, qualities and actions that should not persons who will go into the world to and malicious humor. serve others. be present in the lives of believers. For example: destructive anger, malice, We believe that our relationships To be whole and holy means to be dedi- rage, sexual immorality, impurity, lust, should reflect our connections in the cated to God with purity of thought evil desires, greed, idolatry, slander, body of Christ.8 and action. It means that we are to profanity, lying, homosexual behavior, • We affirm mutual respect and prom- serve God using the gifts and abilities drunkenness, thievery, and dishonesty.5 that we have been given. Our commu- ise keeping in relationships among students, colleagues, teachers and nity has a special calling to discover, Special Expectations for the Bethel learners, spouses, and friends. teach, learn, and live what is true. We Community • We grieve the hurt and destructive- strive to understand the world in light Because of Bethel’s commitment to ness of broken relationships, espe- of the life, death, and resurrection Christ, our unique calling as an educa- cially those involving divorce and of Christ. This gives us a distinctive tional community, and our understand- abuse. We will strive to be a commu- worldview, educational mission, and ing of what it means to live in today’s nity where healing occurs. calling. world, we want to state clearly some of Bethel’s rules and expectations. These Our calling includes a commitment We believe our minds and bodies should are based on: to nurture one another. We strive to be used in God-honoring ways.9 • our understanding of the Bible and elevate kingdom values over personal • We will promote the health of our its importance; agendas. We attempt to measure every bodies, minds, and emotions. • our desire to promote wellness and decision and priority in terms of our • We will abstain from illicit or non- health in all areas: social, emotional, loving submission to the lordship of medical use of drugs, narcotics, mental, physical, and spiritual; Christ and our commitment to one and other substances. We will also • our theological and cultural heritage; another. Christ’s power within us and abstain from use or possession of and a clear sense of our calling gives us a tobacco in any form. joyful freedom to do God’s will. • our understanding of our mission and calling. Jesus taught us that right motives and We view sexuality as one of God’s loving relationships are at the core of We recognize that not all devout good gifts.10 whole and holy living. His two great- Christians share these rules and ex- • We believe that sexual intercourse est commands are to love God with pectations. However, certain issues are and other forms of intensely inter- all of our heart, soul, and mind, and important for our educational missions personal sexual activity are reserved to love our neighbors as ourselves.1 and our life together at Bethel. They are for monogamous, heterosexual These connect serving God and serving designed to facilitate our growth, devel- marriage. We recognize that sexual others. In grace, Scripture also gives opment, and learning as a community. purity involves right motives as well us specific rules to guide us in living. as right behaviors. Jesus taught that keeping these rules We view learning and the pursuit of truth • We prohibit the possession and use is an expression of love for God.2 The as a special calling. of pornographic material. In addi- Bible condemns legalistic rule-keeping. • We commit ourselves to integrity, tion, we condemn sexually exploi- It emphasizes loving relationships and excellence, consideration of different tive or abusive behavior and sexual pure motives in living out these rules.3 points of view, and collegiality in all harassment in any form. of our academic work.

1515 We value the wise stewardship of ing the use of alcohol. Some choose a unable to honor these commitments, resources.11 testimony of abstinence for a variety of withdrawal may be in order. We rec- • We believe all human and natural legitimate and honorable reasons while ognize that we have an obligation to resources are a trust from God. We others believe they can use alcohol hold each other accountable to biblical value work, creative expression, and occasionally and moderately without standards and to the commitments we wise use of time, ability, and money. harm to body, spirit, or relationships have made. Appropriate action will be We believe in wise use of natural with others. As a community that taken to teach, influence, discipline, or resources. We will use them to do honors Holy Spirit-led diversity among even dismiss those who disregard these God’s work and to benefit God’s Christians, Bethel University employees community expectations. We will strive creation. and students in the Seminary, Gradu- to have all disciplinary procedures • We prohibit gambling and vandalism. ate School, and College of Adult & characterized by Christian love and a In addition we reject materialism Professional Studies are not prohibited redemptive spirit. and harmful exploitation of natural from using alcohol in moderation when As we celebrate this covenant calling resources. away from campus and not engaged to whole and holy living, we encourage in official Bethel University activities.

Student and Community Life Community and Student and challenge each other with these Student and Community Life Community and Student We believe that maturity calls for us to Further, employees are expected not to three verses.14 exercise discretion in our behaviors. drink alcohol in the presence of Bethel • We believe that God is honored by students. Because of the special com- Let the peace of Christ rule in your careful thinking and joyful use of our munity nature of the College of Arts & hearts, to which indeed you were called creativity and imagination. While the Sciences and the ages of the majority of in the one body. And be thankful. Let the media and the arts can be valuable its students, students in the College of word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach forms of recreation, our commitment Arts & Sciences will abstain from the and admonish one another in all wis- to learning calls us to see them as use or possession of alcoholic bever- dom; and with gratitude in your hearts empowering and liberating ways to ages during the school year or while sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs understand truth and beauty. participating in any Bethel-sponsored to God. And whatever you do, in word • We believe that certain forms of activity.13 or deed, do everything in the name of leisure, entertainment, and recreation the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Living out the call to whole and holy are not congruent with holy living. Father through Him. living is challenging. No one does it We will make choices that are consis- perfectly. Community members who Because of its crucial role in influencing tent with our pursuit of holiness in struggle to follow Bethel’s lifestyle the ethos of the school, this statement activities such as theater, dance, and expectations and who would like help of expectations is subject to change music, or in the use of media and in living within them are encouraged to only by action of the Board of Trustees. technology such as film, television, talk with appropriate Bethel personnel The board holds these standards to be radio, and computers. to seek help in changing. binding for all who voluntarily choose At times we will need to follow the bib- to become a part of the Bethel com- As a community we recognize that lical mandate to sacrifice our individual munity. worship, fellowship, spiritual nurture, liberty for the good of the community.12 and Christian service are all essential When differences arise, we will choose 1. Matthew 22:37-40. to our growth in holiness. As members the course that demands greater per- 2. John 14:15, 21. of the Bethel community, we are ex- 3. Micah 6:8, Matthew 23:23-24. sonal restraint and self-discipline. We pected to participate in these types of 4. Examples of such passages are: Exodus 20; will strive to resolve those differences activities regularly. Chapel stands out Proverbs 6:16-19; Matthew 5-7; Galatians in a gracious and just manner. 5:13-25; Ephesians 4:22-5:21; Colossians among these opportunities because it is 3:1-17. a unifying spiritual experience for our 5. Colossians 3:5-8; I Corinthians 6:9-10. Conclusions about Community Life Christian campus. All students, faculty Employees and students will not practice, Community life at Bethel should be members, and administrative leaders advocate, or affirm these and other bibli- marked by mutual encouragement, cally proscribed behaviors. are expected to attend chapel regularly. sensitivity, and consideration for oth- 6. Exodus 20:15; Romans 13:9; I Corinthians Chapel is a learning experience that is 13:5-6; I Peter 1:22. ers. This is particularly important when enriched by the diversity of background 7. Genesis 1:27; Ephesians 4:1-7, 15-16; dealing with our differences. One of and worship styles within the com- James 2:1-13. the special values of this community 8. Romans 12:3-21; I Corinthians 12:12-31; munity. is the opportunity to learn from one Ephesians 4. 9. Romans 12:1-2; I Corinthians 6:14-15; another, including those within other As we join the Bethel community, we I Timothy 4:8. Christian faith traditions. We celebrate accept these responsibilities and con- 10. Genesis 1:27-28, 2:24-25; Exodus 20:14; our diversity as well as what we hold in ditions of membership. We agree to Song of Songs; Matthew 5:27-30; I Corin- common. live according to this document and thians 6:15-20, 7:3-5. 11. Genesis 1:28-31. other stated expectations as they are Within committed Christian commu- 12. Romans 14:1-23; I Corinthians 6:12, applied to us in the student and em- nities there are diverse views regard- 10:23-24. ployee handbooks. If we find ourselves 13. Ephesians 5:18 14. Colossians 3:15-17. 16 An Affirmation of Our Faith

1. The Word of God ed for worship, work, and fellowship. We believe that We believe that the Bible is the Word of God, fully God has laid upon the members of the local church inspired and without error in the original manuscripts, the primary task of giving the gospel of Jesus Christ to written under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, and a lost world. that it has supreme authority in all matters of faith and conduct. 8. Christian Conduct We believe that Christians should live for the glory of 2. The Trinity God and the well-being of others; that their conduct We believe that there is one living and true God, eter- should be blameless before the world; that they should nally existing in three persons, that these are equal in be faithful stewards of their possessions; and that they every divine perfection, and that they execute distinct should seek to realize for themselves and others the but harmonious offices in the work of creation, provi- full stature of maturity in Christ. dence, and redemption. 9. The Ordinances 3. God the Father We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ has committed We believe in God, the Father, an infinite personal two ordinances to the local church: baptism and the spirit, perfect in holiness, wisdom, power, and love. Lord’s Supper. We believe that Christian baptism is We believe that He concerns Himself mercifully in the immersion of a believer in water into the name of the affairs of each person, that He hears and answers the triune God. We believe that the Lord’s Supper was prayer, and that He saves from sin and death all who instituted by Christ for commemoration of His death. come to Him through Jesus Christ. We believe that these two ordinances should be ob- served and administered until the return of the Lord 4. Jesus Christ Jesus Christ. We believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only begotten Son, conceived by the Holy Spirit. We believe in His virgin 10. Religious Liberty birth, sinless life, miracles, and teachings. We believe We believe that every human being has direct relations in His substitutionary atoning death, bodily resurrec- with God and is responsible to God alone in all mat- tion, ascension into heaven, perpetual intercession for ters of faith; that each church is independent and must His people, and personal visible return to earth. be free from interference by any ecclesiastical or politi- cal authority; that therefore, Church and State must 5. The Holy Spirit be kept separate as having different functions, each We believe in the Holy Spirit who came forth from the fulfilling its duties free from dictation or patronage of Father and Son to convict the world of sin, righteous- the other. ness, and judgment, and to regenerate, sanctify, and empower all who believe in Jesus Christ. We believe 11. Church Cooperation that the Holy Spirit indwells every believer in Christ, We believe that local churches can best promote the and that He is an abiding helper, teacher, and guide. cause of Jesus Christ by cooperating with one another in a denominational organization. Such an organiza- 6. Regeneration tion, whether a regional or district conference, exists We believe that all people are sinners by nature and and functions by the will of the churches. Cooperation by choice and are, therefore, under condemnation. We in a conference is voluntary and may be terminated believe that those who repent of their sins and trust at any time. Churches may likewise cooperate with in Jesus Christ as Savior are regenerated by the Holy interdenominational fellowships on a voluntary basis. Spirit. 12. The Last Things 7. The Church We believe in the personal and visible return of the We believe in the universal church, a living spiritual Lord Jesus Christ to earth and the establishment of His body of which Christ is the head and all regenerated kingdom. We believe in the resurrection of the body, persons are members. We believe in the local church, the final judgment, the eternal felicity of the righteous, consisting of a company of believers in Jesus Christ, and the endless suffering of the wicked. baptized on a credible profession of faith, and associat-

17 The “Three Centers” Philosophy of Seminary Education

ne question shapes Bethel addressed by each center of emphasis Whole Life Curriculum. The three Seminary’s educational ­ and will integrate this growth with centers are the foundation for a “whole O philosophy: “What kind learning gained in the other two. Our life” curriculum that develops men and of leadership does the 21st-century educational aim is nothing less than women into transformational leaders. church need?” Our answer: The 21st- the full integration of academic knowl- Faculty members and administra- century church needs leaders who pos- edge with lived practice, of biblical ex- tion embody the integrative themes of sess 1) theological wisdom; 2) personal egesis with spiritual life and leadership: ­Bethel’s curriculum. We believe that and spiritual wholeness; and 3) leader- “If you don’t do it, you don’t know it.” faculty are constantly teaching and ship ability. Ministers must develop in learning. Faculty participate in life each of these three areas. This is why A Diverse Learning Community. together as scholar-practitioners who Bethel Seminary has organized its edu- The world is increasingly diverse, frag- engage students in the transformational- cational resources around three centers mented, and broken. Ministry brings educational process not only in the of emphasis: Biblical and Theological Christians face to face with these classroom, but as a way of life. Foundations, Spiritual and Personal realities. At Bethel Seminary, men and Formation, and Ministry Leadership. women from diverse backgrounds are Making Connections. A Bethel Semi- Each center of emphasis plays a vital united around a common allegiance to nary education is about making con- role in enhancing and maximizing the the Lordship of Jesus Christ. In Bethel nections—connecting people with the spiritual leadership capacities of every Seminary’s learning community, stu- living Word of God; connecting men graduate in every discipline. dents are equipped with the theological and women from diverse backgrounds knowledge and ministry skills to ad- to form a transformational learning The Foundation of God’s Transform- dress the kingdom concerns of person- community; and connecting Bethel ing Word. God’s Word informs in order al salvation, racial reconciliation, and Seminary’s graduates with opportuni- to transform. God and His Word are social justice. ties for service and spiritual leadership the source for all personal and societal around the world. transformation. One’s thinking, charac- ter, and service are transformed as one is brought under the authority of His Word. The truth of God’s Word informs our theology, transforms our personal lives, and grounds our transformation- al ministry. Biblical truth must not only be understood, it must also be expe- rienced and communicated so that its transformational power is unleashed in our own lives and in the lives of those we are called to serve.

A Commitment to Integrative Edu- cation. At Bethel Seminary, we see no final conflict between academic excel- lence and the development of whole and holy spiritual leaders. Assisted by their work in the Integrative Portfolio and in a Senior Integrative Seminar, each student will develop in the areas

18 Program Overview ST. PAUL, SAN DIEGO, AND SEMINARY OF THE EAST CAMPUSES

The Curriculum depend on his or her own resourceful- integral part of the Bethel educational ness in study. experience. Students have opportunity Theological studies are structured on to explore and integrate their learn- The obvious need for a new approach two levels: foundational and advanced. ing across these centers of emphasis to seminary education motivated Bethel They are designed primarily to help the and with life and ministry. Integrative to restructure its educational resources student become a creative and resource- work occurs both within course work around the concept of three centers of ful spiritual leader. Bethel Seminary’s (including a senior seminar devoted emphasis, each charged with imple- closely integrated curriculum pro- to integration of learning) and at key menting part of the Bethel Seminary vi- gresses from the foundational courses junctures in the student’s seminary sion statement. They are: the Center for to those on the advanced level. experience. Biblical and Theological Foundations; The foundational courses, constituting the Center for Spiritual and Personal In St. Paul, Bethel’s educational the core curriculum, seek to provide Formation; and the Center for Trans- resources are organized into teams, the student with a comprehensive formational Leadership. Each center called centers. The three centers are course of study integrating all the basic addresses a critical need in the prepara- interdependent, reinforcing one an- elements of a given discipline. tion of people for ministry. Together other. Each center engages one facet The advanced courses build upon the these centers—like the three strands of a student’s life—promoting biblical foundational courses in such a way of a cord—ensure a strong seminary and theological learning, enhancing that the student progresses to deeper producing whole and holy Christian spiritual and personal formation, or levels of learning experience through leaders for the 21st century. developing transformational leadership skills—in ongoing conversation with independent study, research, and evalu- Integrated learning between the curric- the other centers. On all campuses, the ation. The advanced-level courses are ulum’s three centers of emphasis (Bible/ goal is to invite each student to experi- intended to have significant carryover history/theology, spiritual/personal for- ence significant, appropriate growth in value for the active minister who must mation, and ministry leadership) is an all three areas. 19 Departments of Study Courses within the curriculum are divided into nine departments. Those that constitute classical areas are Old Testament, New Testament, historical studies, and theological studies (including philosophy of religion). Those that constitute the applied areas Program Overview Program are communications and preaching, discipleship in community, global evangelization and contextual ministry, ministry leadership, and pastoral care (including marriage and family stud- ies). Biblical theology courses (BT) and biblical interpretation (BI) courses are included with Old Testament and New Testament courses. Courses with SP (Spiritual and Personal Formation) and TL (Transformational Leadership) iden- Degree Programs Certificate in Theological Studies tifiers are interdisciplinary courses. Certificate in Spiritual Formation St. Paul Certificate in Adult Development and Enumeration of Master of Arts Programs Generativity Courses Master of Arts in Christian Education Certificate in Pastoral Counseling Master of Arts in Christian Education Certificate in Sexuality, Wholeness, and Each course has a three-digit number with Youth Ministries Concentration Community with a two- or three-letter prefix. Foun- Master of Arts in Children’s and Family Certificate in Chaplaincy and Crisis dational courses are numbered in the Ministry, InMinistry Format Response 500 series and advanced courses, 600 Master of Arts in Christian Thought Certificate in Special Needs and Faith and 700. The 800 ad 900 series indicate Master of Arts in Community Ministry Communities courses taken in the D.Min. program. Leadership Certificate in Community Ministry Courses with a “DE” suffix are InMin- Master of Arts in Global and Leadership istry fully-distance courses. Courses Contextual Studies Post-Graduate Certificate in Marriage with a “DI” suffix are fully-distance Master of Arts in Marriage and Family and Family Therapy courses in the residential program. Therapy Doctor of Ministry Programs Courses with a “C” suffix are taken Master of Arts in Transformational Doctor of Ministry in Church with other students from the theologi- Leadership, InMinistry Format Leadership cal ­consortium. Master of Arts (Theological Studies) Doctor of Ministry in Congregation and Master of Arts (Theological Studies) Family Care The prefix indicates the department as with Global and Contextual Studies Doctor of Ministry in Leading from the follows: Concentration Inside Out CP - Communications and Preaching Master of Arts (Theological Studies) Doctor of Ministry in Emerging Leader- CF - Children’s and Family Ministry with Marriage and Family Studies ship CM - Community Ministry Concentration DC - Discipleship in Community Master of Arts in Theological Studies, San Diego GC - Global Evangelization and Modular Format (SemPM) Contextual Ministry Master of Arts in Christian Education HS - Historical Studies Master of Divinity Programs Master of Arts in Marital and Family MF - Marriage and Family Master of Divinity Therapy ML - Ministry Leadership Master of Divinity with a Concentra- Master of Arts (Theological Studies) NT - New Testament tion in Marriage and Family Studies Master of Divinity OT - Old Testament Master of Divinity, Modular Format PC - Pastoral Care (SemPM) Seminary of the East PH - Philosophy of Religion Master of Divinity, InMinistry Format Master of Divinity TS - Theological Studies Certificate Programs Master of Arts (Theological Studies) Certificate in Biblical Studies Certificate in Theological Studies Certificate in Lay Ministry

20 St. Paul CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

21 Vision The three centers mean that Bethel’s The core integrative philosophy and the When the new vision statement was educational resources are organized key visionary values embodied in the adopted at Bethel Seminary, the St. Paul into three teams. Each team engages three centers concept will apply to all St. Paul St. faculty engaged this question: “How one facet of a student’s life. The goal is the delivery formats that Bethel offers. can we best accomplish this vision?” that student interaction with all three The philosophy and values are relevant Issues of greatest concern clustered centers is a congruous experience as well to the San Diego and Seminary around three emphases. Bethel must leading to significant and appropri- of the East campuses. Bethel Seminary offer those preparing for ministry: 1) a ate growth in each area. Deans of the San Diego will respond uniquely to the strong grounding in Bible, history, and centers seek to ensure that each student opportunities and challenges indige- theology; 2) time within the curricu- grows significantly by interacting with nous to the diverse cultures of Southern lum for credit devoted to character California and the Pacific Rim, as formation; and 3) more effective will Bethel Seminary of the East to ways to learn the skills and wis- the many people groups populating dom of doing transformational the Northeast Corridor. ­leadership. To the degree that the outcomes of After an extensive evaluation each of the centers are realized in and analysis, the faculty voted the lives of students, Bethel Semi- ­unanimously to restructure Beth- nary graduates will be equipped to el’s educational resources around advance the gospel of Jesus Christ three ­centers of emphasis. Each among all people in culturally sensi- center is charged with implement- tive ways. The passion that both ing part of the vision statement pulls and drives us to design and (included in parenthesis) for each then offer this distinctive kind of student: seminary education at Bethel flows • Center for Biblical and Theo- from God’s love for the world and logical Foundations (a Spirit- the supreme model of contextual- empowered, biblically grounded ized ministry personified in the life community of learning) and teachings of Jesus. Cultural • Center for Spiritual and Per- sensitivity means leaving comfort sonal Formation (develop and zones—for Jesus it meant leav- equip whole and holy persons) ing the glory of heaven. It also • Center for Transformational means entering into someone else’s Leadership (to serve and lead comfort zones—for Jesus it meant so that churches and ministry being born of Jewish heritage, yet agencies may become all they are He refused to become isolated and called to be and do all they are insulated within the walls that each of the three centers. called to do in the world for the glory separated Jews from Samaritans. Cul- Each center will pursue appropriate of God) tural sensitivity therefore means that outcomes related to being, thinking, one is aware of, and critically evalua- The problem of disjointed learning and doing. For instance, the Center for tive of, the strengths and limits of one’s experiences plagues theological educa- Biblical and Theological Foundations own cultures of origin and then wise tion generally. The traditional division has as a being outcome a love for the and vigilant in overcoming the multiple of labor among the academic disci- Scriptures. The Center for Spiritual barriers that hinder the clear expression plines fragments students’ theological and Personal Formation has as a think- of the gospel in one’s own and other education. The failure to achieve genu- ing outcome the ability to express a cultures. ine integration of theoretical learning theology of the spiritual disciplines. with leadership skills exacerbates this Academic institutions sometimes assign The challenges of preparing oneself to problem; the centers concept addresses the conceptual and theoretical aspects serve in the 21st century include those precisely this fragmentation. Bethel’s of education—thinking—greater weight of being an adult learner and a lifelong leaders are focused on ensuring the and prestige than the personal forma- learner. Our goal is to help establish integration of learning expected in tion and skill-oriented dimensions. But disciplines and habits of being, think- each center into a holistic educational in terms of ministry, all three are abso- ing, and doing that will serve our experience for each student. The activi- lutely essential. Thus, we will ensure graduates well for a lifetime. ties in the three centers fundamentally that each graduate has the opportunity interpenetrate and reinforce each other. to pursue the goals of all three centers.

22 St. Paul

The historic Scandia Church is located on Bethel’s St. Paul campus.

Faculty participation in professional societ- Bethel professors are active church ies, research, publication of significant people who render many services in the The faculty of Bethel Seminary are scholarly books, and teaching in cross- local church and in the wider frame- dedicated to the task of educating men cultural settings. These activities enrich work of the District and General Con- and women for church vocations. All and empower the professors’ chief task: ferences. Their responsibilities take the teaching faculty hold earned doctorates teaching. The ethos of learning seeks form of elective office, board member- and several have pursued postdoctoral to create a faculty‑student relationship ship, teaching, consultative service, as- studies at leading universities. Most in which the professor and the student sistance in pastoral placement, editing have served as pastors, executive pas- both share in the learning experience, of Christian education materials, archi- tors, associate pastors, missionaries, or challenging the learner to be a creative val responsibility, continuing education have held crucial positions in ministry and resourceful thinker, and providing courses for ministers, and a variety of agencies. Their background of minis­ a foundational experience of learning speaking appointments. terial experience is invaluable as they that will become the basis of contin- guide students in their theological ued growth in Christian leadership. studies. Faculty associates are carefully Different personalities, educational selected on the basis of their ministry backgrounds, and methods combine expertise and teaching credentials. to create a varied pattern of theologi- Faculty continually avail themselves of cal instruction. Moreover, classroom opportunities for professional growth instruction is combined with frequent through sabbatical leaves for study, opportunities for counseling and infor- mal fellowship.

23 Campus and Campus Center A sense of fellowship and corporate worship is strengthened by the seating Community The setting has been designed for re- arrangement and the ­lighting. Resources laxation, dining, and fellowship where St. Paul St. seminarians and faculty members The lower level of the chapel is de- Buildings and Facilities mingle freely. The Scandinavian archi- signed with a large communication tecture is a reminder of Bethel’s Swedish center and a state‑of‑the‑art preaching In October 1965, Bethel Seminary heritage. Faculty and student mailboxes laboratory for instruction and experi- St. Paul moved to its present campus and a student lounge are also located in ence in preaching. in suburban Arden Hills. In September the campus center. 1972, Bethel College moved to its loca- Classroom Hall tion on the new campus. The campus is situated on 231 wooded acres with a The Chapel The classroom building layout lends it- 60‑acre spring‑fed lake. The seminary The chapel is designed to express two self well to Bethel’s mode of theological complex has been arranged to take of the most important aspects in the pedagogy. The smaller classrooms and advantage of the natural beauty of the life of the seminarian—the preaching seminar rooms are designed to enhance site. Much study went into the design of the Word and the worship of the learning. The same sense of intimacy to achieve a community feeling for the Savior. The strength of the building in is achieved in larger classrooms with purpose of encouraging faculty‑student the simple but massive structure sug- elevated seating in a semicircle. relationships that will best carry out gests the majesty and might of God and the objectives of the school. The six aids our experience of awe in worship. Faculty Hall buildings in the complex are all inter- The interior focuses on three elements Faculty Hall is centrally located in the connected by covered walkways and of our Baptist heritage—the baptistry, seminary complex and houses both the glassed pavilions. the pulpit, and the communion table.

24 St. Paul St. Paul administrative and faculty offices. Traf- fic to and from the chapel and social center flows through the Hall, which opens to the main seminary entrance. A large skylight provides natural lighting for the spacious, friendly lobby, which opens off the thoroughfare. A balcony with faculty offices, each large enough to accommodate several students for discussion with a professor, surrounds the open shaft that extends from lobby to roof.

The Bethel Seminary Library The Bethel Seminary Library makes every effort to effectively provide services and resources for the entire Bethel community at the St. Paul, San Diego, and Seminary of the East campuses. It strives to offer relevant, integrated, and transformational re- sources. To that effect, it houses print and non-print materials as well as The Carl H. Lundquist Library in St. are carefully designed to provide both electronic resources. The collection Paul consists of more than 220,000 privacy and community life. Living in mainly supports the programs offered books; about 3,000 print periodical student residences is one way in which by the seminary, thus striving to be an titles (610 currently received); 22,000 the community life can be an integral integral part of the educational process online periodical titles; and 12,000 part of the educational experience of the institution. Due to the variety of non-print materials. Special collections for students, their spouses, and their delivery systems and campus locations, include the Nelson-Lundquist devo- families. users are not confined to one place. The tional books, the Klingberg Puritan library serves the information needs Collection, the Skarstedt collection of Community evangelical pietism, the Bethel Univer- of students and faculty throughout the Located in Arden Hills, the seminary is sity archives, and the Baptist General United States and beyond. Additional bordered by freeways that go directly Conference History Center. information can be obtained by visiting to the heart of Minneapolis and the library’s web page at Recreation Hall St. Paul, and is on Highway 51, a ­direct http://seminary.bethel.edu/library/. route to the Midway district. This Bethel Seminary St. Paul Library is a The Recreation Hall serves many and location facilitates convenient access member of CLIC (Cooperating Librar- varied needs ranging from individual to churches, industrial centers, and ies in Consortium), MTLA (Minne- and small group recreational sports to other institutions of learning, including sota Theological Library Association), fellowship events. The facilities include the University of Minnesota, several and MINITEX Library Information a gymnasium, raquetball/handball liberal arts colleges, and three theologi- Network. Daily courier service and court, weight room, and locker rooms cal seminaries. The library resources reciprocal privileges among the previ- with showers. of these educational institutions are ously mentioned institutions increase available to seminary students, as are the resources available. As a member Student Residences those of the public libraries of St. Paul of OCLC (Online Computer Library and ­Minneapolis and the Hill Reference Bethel Seminary recognizes the needs Center) the library also provides ready Library in St. Paul. The Twin Cities of students and the varied arrange- access to millions of materials through- area also offers many opportunities for ments that enhance learning. Resi- out the United States and the world. cultural enrichment. dences for single and married students

25 Special Programs and Opportunities Theological Studies St. Paul St. After Five The seminary recognizes the increasing number of students who must work during the day and who prefer evening classes. Classes are offered each quarter on Tuesday and Thursday evenings for both regularly enrolled students different master of arts degrees in three experience in ministry settings similar and special students who wish to take years of continuous enrollment. These to those in which they will serve. To graduate courses to expand their bibli- degree programs incorporate two types help make this a reality, we have as- cal and theological knowledge. The of courses. Intensive one-week sessions sembled a team of consultants who evening school program offers students on campus are preceded by approxi- currently model and serve as world the flexible options of taking one or mately three to five weeks of faculty- class communicators, and charge them more courses per quarter that may or guided preparation using distance to evaluate and reform current course may not be used to earn a degree. Most education methods and are followed by offerings and experiential communica- of these courses may then be applied three to five weeks of guided application tions opportunities to make Bethel the toward completion of a Master of after the session. During non-intensive place to be trained as biblically based Divinity degree if the M.A. degree is not terms, faculty-guided distance educa- preachers and communicators to future taken. Students who choose to con- tion courses are supported by interac- generations. tive technologies that allow students to tinue on toward the M.Div. degree will Statement of Purpose choose courses from the regular day learn from one another, as well as from schedule. The Master of Arts (Theologi- the instructor and teaching materials. At Bethel Seminary we believe that cal Studies) can be earned by taking effective biblical preaching changes these evening courses exclusively. Town and Country Ministry lives and changes the world. This belief As one of the five seminaries of the drives us to train leaders who serve as SemPM (Modular Program) Minnesota Consortium of ­Theological “bridge builders,” who take the an- Schools, Bethel participates in the cient, authoritative text (which never The SemPM program offers a more Northland Ministry Partnership for changes) and apply it in a world that is structured approach to earning a Town and Country Renewal. Through constantly changing. On the one hand, seminary degree. This evening school this project, courses and other learning we want to do our exegesis well—we program offers individuals with busy experiences are offered annually with want to craft messages that are heme- daytime schedules the opportunity to a focus on ministry in small towns and neutically sound and theologically as- pursue a graduate theological degree, rural areas. tute. On the other hand, we realize that the Master of Arts (Theological Stud- our goal is not to inform people, but ies), while attending class one night Bethel Biblical rather to transform their lives. Through per week. This degree is ideally suited Communication Initiative our preaching and teaching we want to those who wish to explore theologi- the Spirit to produce people who are cal issues more deeply and to integrate David Ridder, Dean disciples of Jesus Christ. We want to the knowledge into their vocations In an effort to provide the best training develop people with Christ-like convic- and interests. Students in the SemPM possible to future communicators of tions, Christ-like character, and Christ- program are enrolled in eight courses the Gospel, Bethel Seminary St. Paul is like conduct. That is the challenge and per year and are considered full-time in the process of re-envisioning how it privilege of being a communicator of students. will help prepare students to be effec- God’s Word in the 21st century. InMinistry Master of tive preachers and communicators in Key Guiding Values the next generation. We are working Divinity Program to create training environments that • Personal Spiritual Formation The InMinistry program is designed will help students learn from effec- • Solid Biblical Exegesis/Hermeneutics for individuals who are already es- tive communicators who have and • Clear Structure and Communication tablished in ministry and are eager to are building their organizations and Style pursue applied graduate education, but churches through powerful biblical • Insightful Understanding of Audi- are able to spend only limited time on communication. Students will receive ence, Context and Culture the seminary campus. This program ongoing mentoring opportunities with Course offerings may be found under makes it possible to complete a Mas- active practitioners dedicated to their Program of Study, in the Center for ter of Divinity degree in five years of development. We want students to Transformational Leadership. continuous enrollment, or one of three graduate with real life communication

26 St. Paul The Edwin J. Omark Alliances and • Bethel Seminary will grant one year Preaching Competition Partnerships of credit for course work completed at The Bethlehem Institute, a ministry Over 40 years ago, Dean Emeritus Ed- Bethel Seminary’s primary strategic of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Min- win J. Omark established a competition partnership is with the Baptist Gen- neapolis. See the registrar for infor- at Bethel Seminary designed to bring eral Conference. Bethel Seminary also mation before enrolling in TBI. out the best in biblical preaching from works closely with the more than 50 the students. Today, authentic commu- denominations represented by our stu- • Bethel Seminary offers a Master of nication of the Gospel is as important dent body. In addition, we have formal Arts in Christian Education with as ever. Each year, Bethel Seminary and targeted strategic partnerships with a Youth Ministries Concentration hosts this competition as one more way the following denominations, Christian through a partnership with Youth to help develop the best communica- organizations, and churches: Leadership, Inc., a graduate-level tors of the Gospel. Each contestant will youth ministry training organization • The Minnesota-Wisconsin Baptist submit a video recording of a 25 min- (see page 29). Convention of the Southern Baptist ute sermon to be judged by faculty and Church has established a scholarship See the Office of the Registrar for fur- students. program with Bethel Seminary St. ther information on these programs. Zondervan Greek Award Paul to provide theological education to future church leaders in Minne- Lectureships and In an effort to inspire and reward excel- sota and Wisconsin. As part of this Convocations lence in the study of New Testament program, two courses, Baptist Dis- Each year the seminary brings several Greek, Bethel Seminary (St Paul) is tinctives and Southern Baptist His- guest speakers to campus. Local pastors partnering with Zondervan Publishing tory, are offered at Bethel Seminary have brought expositional sermons, Company to offer Zondervan’s Excel- St. Paul for Southern Baptist students and missionary representatives have in- lence in Greek Award. This award is and other interested students. formed students about the Lord’s work given annually to the most outstanding in all parts of the world. Special lectures • Bethel Seminary offers credit for six student in Greek grammar and exegesis have addressed topics such as “Recent courses taught by the staff of Young as determined by the New Testament Developments in Theology,” “Nurtur- Life. faculty in consultation with other ing Spiritual Growth,” and “The Status language instructors at the seminary. • Bethel is affiliated withWillow Creek of Contemporary Adult Christian The winner will receive a prize of a Church and students may arrange for Education.” Speakers have included Zondervan product of his or her choice, master’s degree credit in conjunction Leon Morris, William Hordern, Wesley a commemorative medallion, and have with the Willow Creek Leadership Roberts, Wesley Willis, Richard Longe- his or her name engraved on a plaque Conference and Willow Creek Lead- necker, Robert Gundry, James Lee, Alan displayed at the seminary library. ership Summit. Please see the regis- Millard, Edwin Yamauchi, Pablo Deiros, trar for further details. and Mark A. Noll.

27 Adolf Olson Memorial Ministry,” in April of 1978. Subsequent try leaders to hear from church leaders Lectures lecturers have included Saphir Athyal, representing a transformational minis- Walter Brueggemann, Carl F. H. Henry, try. In 2007, Bethel Seminary reinvent- The Adolf Olson lectureship was es- Howard Hendricks, Bruce Waltke, and ed the TCS in response to the changing St. Paul St. tablished to perpetuate the memory Eugene Nida. needs of today’s ministry leaders. Using of Professor Olson’s 40‑year ministry a retooled, issue-driven format, our at Bethel. It is designed to bring noted The Howard Carlson new Transforming Church Initiative theologians to the seminary for lectures Memorial Lectureship in addresses the most immediate and in biblical and theological fields. These Pastoral Ministries important topics facing Christian lead- lectures are presented at intervals as de- ers in the 21st century. With this new termined by the income from the trust The Howard Carlson Lectureship was focus and format, we offer resources for fund that has been established. Present- established by the family of the Rev- a broad range of ministry practitioners ers have included John Weborg speak- erend Howard Carlson, former execu- including pastors, church leaders, so- ing on “Spirituality: Questions and tive minister of the Southwest Baptist cial workers, students, counselors, lay Quest”; Wolfhart Pannenberg address- Conference, and is designed to empha- leaders and parachurch workers. ing the subject “Christianity, Marxism, size the practical areas of ministry, such Students who are enrolled in on-­campus and Liberation Theology”; and Stanley as evangelism, discipleship, preaching, programs in St. Paul are required to Grenz lecturing on “The Gospel and and counseling. The first Howard Carl- attend the Transformationing Church the Star Trek Generation.” son Lectureship was held in October Initiative. Students in Master of Arts 1984, and brought William E. Pannell, programs will attend a minimum of professor of evangelism and black stud- Ebenezer Lectureship two conferences during their seminary ies at Fuller Theological Seminary, to years. Students in the Master of Divin- The Ebenezer Lectureship was made address current issues in evangelism. ity program will attend a minimum of possible by a special fund given to Beth- three conferences during their degree el Seminary by the former Ebenezer The Transforming program. Baptist Church of Duluth, Minnesota. Church Initiative Ray Bakke, formerly pastor of Fairfield For 10 years, Bethel Seminary’s Trans- Avenue Baptist Church in ­Chicago, formational Church Series (TCS) was brought the inaugural Ebenezer Lec- a day set aside for the entire seminary tureship, “Issues in Urban Pastoral community and area pastors and minis-

28 St. Paul Degree Programs

The Master of Arts in programs in the discipleship minis- and interchange, allowing students to tries of the church; develop a better understanding of vari- Christian Education 4. to develop, evaluate, and administer ous ministry roles. Students pursuing The seminary confers a Master of Arts curriculum in the church disciple- this degree will also take electives with degree in Christian Education upon ship program and to serve as a peers who are also focusing on associ- students who satisfactorily complete resource person in the area of cur- ate staff roles. Students working more the prescribed program‑related require- riculum; than 20 hours a week may prefer to ments. These include the completion 5. to function effectively in interper- take three years for the program. of field education, participation in the sonal relationships; assessment and evaluation program for 6. to develop specialized discipleship The Master of Arts in two years, participation in covenant ministries to meet unique needs of Christian Education groups, completion of an integrative individuals in various life stages; portfolio, achieving and with Youth Ministry a grade point average of C (2.0) or 7. to function as a lifelong learner Concentration above, and financial clearance from and to apply understanding of the This concentration is designed for the business office. Graduation is not developmental process to facilitate people interested in ministry to young automatic when academic requirements learning among other people. people in a church or parachurch set- have been met. Since the seminary aims The curriculum provides a full academ- ting. to graduate men and women who qual- ic experience in the field of disciple- ify as Christian ­leaders, the faculty and In addition to courses in family sys- ship, yet offers a flexibility that permits administration will evaluate a student’s tems, family ministry, and congrega- some selection of courses according to qualifications in terms of spiritual, tional systems, students in the youth the need, experience, and interest of the doctrinal, and professional standards as ministries concentration also take student. Biblical, historical, and theo- well as ­academic ­standards. courses focusing on church and youth, logical studies help equip the Christian communicating the gospel to teens, The aim of the program is to provide educator for evaluating objectives, pastoral care of youth, and team leader- trained leadership for Christian educa- programs, and curriculum materials. ship. tional ministries in churches, on mis- The student’s horizons of Christian ser- sions fields, and in denominational vice are broadened through classroom Students in this concentration complete offices. While the curriculum provides experiences that lead him or her to see an initial practicum in student ministry, excellent preparation for associate ministry in the world. Personal atti- followed by a part-time internship that roles and educational ministries in the tudes and patterns of life are challenged runs concurrently with their classroom church, it does not provide thorough through these encounters. The student studies. pastoral training. It is not an abbrevi- will study under most of the teachers The degree will be awarded upon the ated period of graduate study leading to on the faculty. completion of the requirements for the a senior pastorate. A student may indi- The academic experience is broadened Master of Arts in Christian Education/ vidualize his or her program by testing in other directions through the op- Youth Ministry as stipulated on out of particular competencies. portunity to take course work in the page 42. In the context of an appreciation for the Graduate School of the University of ministry of the church, the student will Minnesota. There is also opportunity The Master of Arts in be expected to demonstrate ability in for study with students from other Community Ministry the following competencies: seminaries in the Twin Cities. Leadership 1. to model an effective role as teacher The curriculum includes supervised and leader and to assist lay people Those looking to develop a theological ministry experience. During the first to develop teaching and leadership worldview and practical skills in pro- year, the student is engaged in an initial skills; fessional ministry for an urban church church practicum; the second year 2. to enable lay people to worship, wit- and/or agency setting may seek the requires local church leadership and ness, teach, minister, motivate, and Master of Arts in Community Ministry supervisory experience. apply Christian faith in life and to Leadership degree. This program is initiate and administer programs in Christian education students are in- designed to prepare students for leader- these areas; volved with students in the Master ship roles for a wide range of ministry 3. to communicate to, lead, motivate, of Divinity program in many classes. initiatives for urban and community manage, and administer people and This provides for a healthy experience outreach. Students are introduced to

29 contemporary approaches that are sup- seeking to be proficient in ministry de- evaluation program, completion of an ported by best practices research and velopment and who plan to work in an integrative portfolio, achieving a grade that continue to afford the church an urban church-based or mission agency point average of C (2.0) or above, and opportunity to demonstrate the love context. Students are expected to have financial clearance from the business St. Paul St. of God while building relationships the ability to do the following: office. Graduation is not automatic that lead to effective witness for His when academic requirements have 1. assess and address holistic and kingdom’s sake. This program helps been met. Since the seminary aims to developmental needs of individuals, students develop innovative approaches graduate men and women who qualify families, youth, and children in an and strategies for effective ministry as Christian leaders, the faculty and urban context; while also equipping them with an administration will evaluate a student’s 2. identify and evaluate the explicit adequate understanding of how the qualifications in terms of spiritual, and implicit theological and theo- church can address human needs from doctrinal, and professional standards as retical components of Christian a theological perspective. well as academic standards. ministry and its appropriateness; Contemporary urban and community 3. apply community organizing and ministry is multifaceted and entails development principles for com- The Master of Arts in reaching many audiences through munity building and comprehensive Christian Thought multiple means or forms of ministry ministry initiatives in an urban Those looking for a systemic under- for a single purpose. Complex urban context; standing of the Christian worldview issues are currently addressed through 4. facilitate church and community may choose the Master of Arts in Chris- sophisticated forms of ministry includ- level strategic program planning and tian Thought. The heart of this degree ing community and economic develop- implementation for transformational program is significant work in philoso- ment, community organizing, youth ministry; phy of religion. The program integrates outreach, church planting, mission 5. articulate a practical theology of this with related study in theology and agency relief, disaster relief, business ministry that communicates Chris- Bible to enhance the study of philoso- ventures, and housing development. tian values and the role of faith and phy. The class work in this program Although each approach to ministry spirituality in public ministry; addresses worldview issues from a development requires some measure 6. develop essential features for man- distinctively Christian point of view. of specialized training and knowledge, agement and mobilization of an It will include opportunities to study the approaches overlap to some extent. effective faith-based organization for both with resident faculty and with out- Therefore, this program equips stu- Christian ministry. standing visiting scholars. dents to be change agents with theo- The seminary confers a Master of Arts retical grounding as a foundation plus An important goal of this program is degree in Community Ministry Leader- specialized transferable skills to meet to equip students for ministries where ship upon students who satisfactorily the demands for a holistic approach in clear communication of the Christian complete the prescribed program- an urban community context. worldview is essential. Graduates related requirements. These include may choose professional or lay work The Master of Arts in Community Min- the completion of course requirements, in evangelism/discipleship, or teach- istry Leadership is appropriate for those participation in the assessment and ing in churches in student or campus ministry or other parachurch contexts. This program can also prepare excep- tional students for doctoral study in philosophical theology or a related area. Students who plan to pursue doctoral work in theology, especially with the intention of teaching in evangelical contexts, are strongly urged to study the biblical languages. (See the program director to discuss options.) The seminary confers a Master of Arts degree in Christian Thought upon students who satisfactorily complete the prescribed program‑related require- ments. These include the completion

30 St. Paul of course requirements, participation in The Master of Arts in rience) with an approved mentor (a the assessment and evaluation program, minimum of one term of study) within completion of an integrative portfolio, Global and Contextual a cross-cultural environment, either achieving a grade point average of C Studies with an approved overseas partner or (2.0) or above, and financial clearance The Master of Arts in Global and Con- in a domestic environment with rel- from the business office. Graduation is textual Studies (M.A.G.C.S.) builds evant opportunities for cross-cultural not automatic when academic require- upon an appropriate undergraduate ministry in the U.S. Partners can be ments have been met. Since the semi- degree and integrates insights from the churches with significant cross-cultural nary aims to graduate men and women other disciplines at Bethel Seminary. ministries in the U.S.; mission agencies who qualify as Christian ­leaders, the The program introduces students to the or field missionaries working among faculty and administration will evalu- biblical, theological, historical, cultural/ specific people groups or urban centers ate a student’s qualifications in terms contextual, and strategic foundations overseas; overseas seminaries; or over- of spiritual, doctrinal, and professional for an informed and effective communi- seas churches and national church lead- standards as well as ­academic stan- cation of the Christian message across ers who target specific people groups dards. (This degree is offered through cultures, whether overseas or among or who have diversified or specialized the St. Paul residential program and the the growing ethnic populations within urban ministries among multiple ethnic InMinistry program.) the United States. Students may enroll groups. in either the traditional or the InMinis- The InMinistry M.A.G.C.S. requires try version of the program. students to complete at least one inten- Traditional M.A.G.C.S. students sive (or two courses) in an approved are required to complete a ministry international context, and allows practicum (supervised ministry expe- the option of completing as many as

31 one-half of the normal on-campus point average of C (2.0) or above, and the program. In addition to maintaining intensives (or six intensive courses) at financial clearance from the business a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 approved international extension sites. office. Graduation is not automatic or higher (C average), M.A.M.F.T. stu- The remaining six intensives are offered when academic requirements have dents are required to hold a cumulative St. Paul St. at St. Paul, San Diego, or Bethel Semi- been met. Since the seminary aims to grade point average of 3.0 or higher (B nary of the East locations. graduate men and women who qualify average) in their required MF courses as Christian leaders, the faculty and to graduate with an M.A.M.F.T. degree The M.A.G.C.S. enhances the develop- administration will evaluate a student’s from Bethel. ment of practical ministry skills related qualifications in terms of spiritual, to the following key issues: The seminary confers a Master of Arts doctrinal, and professional standards as in Marriage and Family Therapy de- 1. a relevant theology for effective well as academic standards. gree upon students who complete the cross-cultural ministry; ­prescribed sequence of courses and the 2. an accurate understanding of the The Master of Arts in senior requirements. However, gradu- contemporary world and its needs; Marriage and Family ation is not automatic when academic 3. an interdisciplinary perspective for Therapy requirements have been met. Since planning and leading effective min- the seminary aims to graduate men istries; The Master of Arts in Marriage and and women who qualify as Christian 4. the cultural dimensions of effective Family Therapy program is designed ­leaders, the faculty and administration global and contextual ministry; from the perspective of family systems will evaluate a student’s qualifications 5. the ability to accurately exegete a for persons who would like to work in terms of spiritual, doctrinal, and pro- cultural—especially urban—context; with couples and families as a licensed fessional standards as well as ­academic 6. incarnational models for effective marriage and family therapist in a standards. Program standards and poli- cross-cultural ministry; variety of settings, including working cies are further described in the MFT 7. contextualization of the Christian as a member of a church staff as a mar- Student Handbook, which is binding message; and riage and family specialist. This degree for all students. 8. the utilization of points of contact program prepares students for doctoral within other religious traditions. studies in marriage and family if they Marriage and family therapy courses wish to continue their education. meet during the day on Mondays The seminary confers a Master of Arts and Tuesdays, or during one-week degree in Global and Contextual Stud- Quarterly formation covenants intensives. Biblical, theological, and ies upon students who satisfactorily throughout the program, satisfactory historical courses are taken as part of complete the prescribed program- completion of the practicum readi- the present seminary offerings in the related requirements. These include ness process, a 375-hour, nine-month daytime or evening. This schedule gives the completion of course requirements, practicum during the second or third both predictability and flexibility. participation in the assessment and academic year, and completion of a evaluation program, completion of an senior statement of faith and integrative In addition to the regular seminary ad- integrative portfolio, achieving a grade project are necessary for completion of mission requirements, a student apply- ing for this program will need: at least 18 semester hours in the social sciences (e.g., family studies, sociology, anthro- pology, early childhood studies, social work, psychology, etc.); one course in basic counseling skills; 100 hours of volunteer work and/or ­professional work experience with individuals, couples, and/or families; and an under- graduate GPA of at least 3.0. In addition to regular seminary ap- plication materials, applicants to this program will need: two references from supervisors of volunteer and/or pro- fessional work experience; a personal profile; and a 1,500-2,000 word paper discussing personal family experience. A group interview is also required of all qualified applicants. The application deadline is April 1.

32 St. Paul The Master of Arts in Transformational ­Leadership The Master of Arts in Transformational Leadership (offered through the In- Ministry program) prepares emerging leaders for ministry in churches and missions organizations. The Master of Arts in Transformational Leader- ship is a cooperative venture between Bethel Seminary and designated partner churches or missions agencies that provide a supervised ministry site and Course work meets the academic re- in the day to day ministry context of sponsor a student or student cohort quirements for licensure as a marriage the student. This program includes group. This unique educational setting and family therapist in most states, but 12 courses focused on biblical and provides a day-to-day ministry context additional supervised clinical practice theological foundations. These include for study, leadership development, and and the taking of a licensing exami- hermeneutics, both Old and New Testa- ministry application. The program nation would typically be needed to ment, systematic theology, and church allows non-resident students currently obtain actual licensure. history. In addition, the ­professional serving in professional ministry to com- emphasis of this degree program fo- A Master of Arts in Marital and Fam- plete the degree requirements through cuses on ministry to children and ily Therapy is offered in San Diego. It a distributed learning format, with a families in a congregational context. incorporates distinctives necessary for mixture of distance courses, local on- Special emphasis is placed on spiritual California licensure. For further infor- site mentored leadership courses, and formation in children, human develop- mation, see pages 69 and 75. on-campus intensives taught at the St. ment and family systems, curriculum Paul ­campus. The 24-course sequence and program development, dynamics of is accomplished in approximately 36 The Master of Arts in staffing leadership, and current trends months. Children’s and Family in children’s and family ministry. A hallmark of this program is the link Ministry The seminary confers a Master of Arts between classroom learning, peer in- The Master of Arts in Children’s and degree in Children’s and Family Min- teraction among the cohort group, and Family Ministry (offered through the istry upon students who satisfactorily practical application in the day-to-day InMinistry program) is designed for complete the prescribed program- supervised ministry context of the stu- the emerging cadre of professionals related requirements. These include dent. This program includes 12 courses who minister to the special needs of the completion of course requirements, focused on biblical and theological children and families. This program is participation in the assessment and foundations. These include herme- specially designed for those ministering evaluation program, completion of an neutics, both Old and New Testament, in churches, child evangelism organiza- integrative portfolio, achieving a grade systematic theology, and church history. tions, Christian schools, professional point average of C (2.0) or above, and In addition, the professional emphasis organizations, and missions agencies financial clearance from the business of this degree program focuses on prin- focused on ministry to children and office. Graduation is not automatic ciples of transformational leadership, families. The program allows non- when academic requirements have team leadership, communication and resident students currently serving in been met. Since the seminary aims to organizational leadership, and men- professional or lay volunteer ministry graduate men and women who qualify tored leadership development. to complete the degree requirements as Christian ­leaders, the faculty and through a distributed learning format, administration will evaluate a student’s The seminary confers a Master of Arts with a mixture of distance courses and qualifications in terms of spiritual, in Transformational Leadership upon on-campus intensives taught at the doctrinal, and professional standards as students who satisfactorily complete St. Paul campus. The 24-course se- well as ­academic ­standards. the prescribed program-related require- quence is accomplished in approxi- ments. These include the completion The suggested sequence of courses for mately 40 months. of course requirements, participation in the Master of Arts in Children’s and the assessment and evaluation program, A hallmark of this program is the link Family Ministry degree is listed on completion of an integrative portfolio, between classroom learning, peer page 43. achieving a grade point average of C interaction, and practical application (2.0) or above, and financial clearance from the business office. Graduation is not automatic when academic require-

33 ments have been met. Since the semi- and contextual studies. The first four The Master of Arts nary aims to graduate men and women concentrations allow the student to who qualify as Christian ­leaders, the choose electives within the respec- (Theological Studies) faculty and administration will evalu- tive departments. The last two are and Master of Divinity, St. Paul St. ate a student’s qualifications in terms prescribed curricula. Although Greek Modular Format of spiritual, doctrinal, and professional is not required, students will want to (SemPM) standards as well as ­academic ­standards give consideration to taking Greek for Bethel Seminary’s modular approach to (See Evaluation of Student Progress expanded skills in biblical study and ministry preparation began in the fall under Student and Community Life, interpretation. of 1993, and has been well-received by and Developmental Probation under The degree requires the completion students in the program. Two degrees Academic Information and Policies.) of 96 credits, participation in the are available in this format: the Master The suggested sequence of courses for first‑year self‑assessment and evalu- of Arts (Theological Studies) and the the Master of Arts in Transformational ation program, completion of an in- Master of Divinity. Other degrees may Leadership degree is listed on page 48. tegrative portfolio, achieving a grade be offered in this delivery system in the point average of C (2.0) or above, and future. This program is offered with some financial clearance from the business cohorts meeting on the San Diego The “Three Centers” philosophy at office. Graduation is not automatic campus. See the San Diego Associate Bethel is woven into this delivery sys- when academic requirements have Registrar for details. tem. Both the MA(TS) and the M.Div. been met. Since the seminary aims to degrees are grounded in biblical foun- graduate men and women who qualify dations, in transformational leadership, The Master of Arts as Christian ­leaders, the faculty and and in personal and spiritual formation. (Theological Studies) administration will evaluate a student’s The Master of Arts (Theological Stud- qualifications in terms of spiritual, The class schedules and course cal- ies) is intended for persons who seek doctrinal, and professional standards as endars are designed for students who to integrate their faith and learning as well as ­academic ­standards. The profes- need maximum flexibility. Classes committed and informed Christians sional supervised ministry program is meet one night per week, typically on and to relate their theological studies not required, and thus the seminary Monday evenings. Approximately 20 to their vocations and interests. This does not assume responsibility for hours of directed independent study are program is available both during the placement assistance upon completion expected between class periods. This regular day program and in special eve- of this degree. requires essentially the same amount ning classes. This degree is especially of “involvement time” as a traditionally appropriate for: The Master of Arts scheduled course. For most students, 1. persons preparing for service in world (Theological ­Studies) this will allow full‑time employment missions when their main focus is in with Global and while pursuing the degree. an area such as medicine, education, ­Contextual Studies The program is designed to encourage agriculture, or ­mechanics; ­Concentration on‑time completion. Approximately 25 2. persons choosing to serve in para- students move through the sequence of church organizations and Christian The Master of Arts (Theological Stud- courses together, providing the oppor- social agencies; ies) with Global and Contextual Stud- tunity for interaction, shared insight, 3. persons planning to teach religion ies concentration is intended for those and mutual support. This model has in an academic or other graduate who want to further the cause of world been shown to have a powerful ­effect setting; evangelism, but who will function in on student success. Students who 3. persons pursuing further graduate various roles other than those associ- remain continuously enrolled have full- work; and ated with preaching and the pastorate. time status throughout the program. 4. laypersons who desire to equip The program provides for a sound themselves for more effective wit- knowledge of the Scriptures, principles The M.A.(T.S.) degree requires the ness in and through their local of interpretation, and the ability to completion of 96 credits, participation church. communicate across social and cultural in the self-assessment and evaluation boundaries. This degree requires the program, completion of an integrative A student must declare a concentra- completion of 96 credits and the other portfolio, achieving a grade point aver- tion in one of six areas: biblical studies, graduation requirements for the Master age of C (2.0) or above, and financial pastoral care, history, theology, global of Arts degree as stipulated on page 47. clearance from the business office. The and contextual studies, or marriage and M.A. program is completed in three family studies. Three of the concentra- years, and is considered to be a general- tions are available to evening students: ist degree. biblical studies, pastoral care, or global

34 St. Paul Students wishing to pursue the M.Div. for ordination. Specifically, it seeks to The Master of Divinity degree will take 48 credits beyond the develop leaders who: prescribed M.A. track. All course work 1. understand the contents of the Old with a Concentration in in the M.A. program contributes direct- and New Testaments, and have the Christian Thought ly to the M.Div. degree (Greek track, ability to interpret the Scriptures A concentration in Christian Thought applied generalist), but the M.A.(T.S.) using appropriate methods; serves students whose sense of leading will not be granted. Students who wish 2. have knowledge of the history and points toward teaching, evangelism, to pursue a specific concentration in theology of the church; discipleship, and apologetics within the Master of Divinity program are 3. are able to formulate their own a pastoral context. In supplementing advised to work with the registrar early theological positions with awareness the broader ministry preparation pro- in their programs to discuss appropriate of past and present alternatives; vided by the M.Div., this concentration elective courses. Students should also 4. are committed to the evangelism gives students a systemic grasp of the meet with the director of supervised and discipleship of all peoples ­Christian worldview. The program may ministry to develop a plan for comple- within those peoples’ own cultural appeal to those who approach church tion of the required internships. contexts; life with a passion for reaching people 5. are sensitive to ethical problems and Students desiring to continue the with the gospel and for strengthening oppose social injustice; M.Div. on the Monday-evening-only believers by helping them know the 6. understand and are skilled in format can complete the degree in six reasons for faith. preaching, evangelism, teaching, quarters. However, other options are and counseling; The M.Div. requires at least three available for the additional courses. 7. are able to develop, administer, and academic years. The seminary’s regular Students may take courses during the evaluate programs and ministries; course offerings mean students may day or evening, in modular or quarter 8. model the practice of prayer, wor- fulfill academic requirements dur- formats, in one-week intensives, or ship, a servant attitude, and per- ing the regular terms. Students in this as independent studies. (Students are sonal discipleship; and concentration will also have opportuni- limited to a maximum of three inde- 9. are able to function as lifelong learn- ties to study with outstanding visiting pendent studies in elective areas only.) ers. scholars in philosophy of religion dur- Tuition for each course will be the stan- ing intensives scheduled in June and dard rate at the time each class is taken. For graduation with a Master of Divin- September. ity degree, a student must complete a The Master of Divinity minimum of 144 credits and maintain All M.Div. students participate in at least a C (2.0) average. Failure to internships with the department of The Master of Divinity program is meet the deadlines indicated in the cal- supervised ministry. Those who sense a designed to provide a balanced back- endar will incur forfeiture of candidacy call to outreach or discipleship ministry ground of studies, with courses taken for a year. In addition, the following using the concentration in Christian from each of the departments of study. requirements must be met by all candi- Thought may develop their intern- The aim of the program is to guide dates for a degree. ships with those ministries in view. students in a process of growth through 1. complete supervised ­ministry The department of supervised ministry cognitive studies, skill courses and ­requirements including the handles the details of this process. experiences, self‑assessment measures, three‑year assessment and evalua- counseling, and community life that tion program; The Master of Divinity leads to self‑understanding and spiri- 2. complete integrative portfolio re- tual maturity. Such preparation should with a Concentration in quirements; Marriage and also develop an attitude that learning 3. present a clearance of financial ac- and growth are a lifelong process. counts; and Family Studies However, graduation is not automatic Designed to prepare persons who wish The M.Div. degree is designed to pre- when academic requirements have been to provide pastoral leadership, this pro- pare persons for professional ministry met. Since the seminary aims to gradu- gram enables students to understand in the church (e.g., pastor, missionary, ate qualified Christian leaders, the fac- family systems, to teach, to preach, and chaplain, denominational minister, ulty and staff will, on an ongoing basis, to administer programs in ways that are parachurch leader). It seeks to graduate evaluate a student’s readiness in terms sensitive to family issues and to under- people who have knowledge and exper­ of spiritual, developmental, doctrinal, stand systemic dynamics of congrega- ience of the Christian faith, who give and professional standards as well as tional life. evidence of emotional and spiritual ma- academic standards. turity, who relate to others with integ- The M.Div. portion of the program (in- rity, who possess skills for ministry, and cluding the Marriage and Family con- who meet the educational requirements centration courses) takes three academic years.

35 Marriage and Family courses meet dur- plete the Master of Divinity in approxi- Personal Formation offers concentra- ing the day on Mondays and Tuesdays. mately five years. tions in pastoral care and marriage and Biblical, theological, historical, and ap- family studies. For all concentrations, Entering students and continuing plied ministry courses are taken as part the advanced courses consist of a bal-

St. Paul St. students will be together in the same of the present seminary offerings in the ance of courses from all areas. classes, their ministry experience daytime or evening. This schedule al- providing the common foundation. The A concentration is defined as a cluster lows both predictability and flexibility. ministry experience component of the of advanced courses beyond the core, The Post-Graduate Certificate in Mar- InMinistry program takes the place of designed intentionally for vocational riage and Family Therapy is designed the supervised ministry component of specialization either in one discipline for Master of Divinity graduates with the on-campus Master of Divinity pro- exclusively or in two or more disci- concentrations in Marriage and Fam- gram. Contact the Office of­Admissions plines from the same area. Students ily Studies. Certificate requirements for information on financial aid. anticipating diversified ministries include four additional MF courses and requiring competence in several disci- Bethel Seminary, at its sole discretion, a nine-month practicum. A separate plines may choose the generalist dis- reserves the right to revise, replace, or application process is required for ad- tribution. This requires a minimum of eliminate curricula, delivery systems, mission to the certificate sequence. See one advanced course in each discipline or programs at any time as necessary to page 36 for additional information. within the area chosen. The concen- streamline, improve, or expand learning tration will be noted on the students’ Students completing the Post-Graduate opportunities. transcripts. Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy sequence meet the academic Concentrations In the non-concentration area, students requirements for licensure as a marriage may take courses in any of the disci- and family therapist in most states, but Men and women in vocational Chris- plines, with the exception of Hebrew, additional supervised clinical practice tian service must be prepared to serve where the cap is three courses. In addi- and the taking of a licensing exami- in a broad range of ministries. The tion, during the student’s total program nation would typically be needed to servant of God, properly trained, will of study, there is a cap of 10 courses for obtain actual licensure. know how to teach, preach, evangelize, any one discipline. This maximum of counsel, administrate, and relate help- 10 includes both core courses and elec- The InMinistry Master fully to people. Because of the growing tives in the discipline. demand for specialization in Christian of Divinity Program ministry, however, most students will For further information on the dis­tribu­ The InMinistry Master of Divinity select defined concentrations in spe- tion of courses in degree ­programs and program makes the Master of Divin- cific vocational interests. While the available concentrations, see pages 53-54. ity degree available to nonresident core courses in the curriculum lay the students currently serving in ministry foundation for a multifaceted ministry, Admission to a positions. The ministry setting provides the advanced courses include the stu- Discipline a laboratory for application of course dents’ concentrations. Students choose The student intending to receive a con- material, as well as questions posed in these courses in consultation with their centration in a specific discipline must the courses. advisors. In addition, students will also engage in required supervised intern- be pursuing course work in the Master Students attend courses on campus ship experiences where they have the of Divinity degree program, is expected twice a year, involving two one-week opportunity to develop and apply their to meet specific criteria for admission intensives during each session. Ad- growing ­ministry skills. to the discipline, and must fulfill speci- vance assignments are completed using fied requirements for continuance in the a variety of modalities during the pre- The post‑core courses are selected from discipline. A faculty advisor will provide and post-campus periods. This allows among all three centers. Concentra- insight and assistance in planning a students to complete four on-campus tions in the Center for Biblical and degree program and concentration. courses a year. Theological Foundations include the disciplines of historical studies, biblical Admission to the seminary does not en- Students also take two distance courses studies (both Old Testament and New sure admission to a particular discipline, a year in their ministry settings. These Testament), and theological studies (in- and admission to the discipline does not courses will be mediated by the instruc- cluding philosophy of religion). Trans- ensure placement in that discipline. The tor through a variety of other appropri- formational Leadership concentrations seminary reserves the right to consider ate technologies such as the internet include those focusing on discipleship as part of admission to and continuance and audio and videotapes. Students in community, global evangelization in a discipline those personal qualities, complete one ministry practicum each and contextual ministry, ministry general health, scholastic achievement, year. The on-campus and distance leadership, and preaching and commu- conduct, attitude, or other standards courses combined allow a student to nication. The Center for Spiritual and seen as appropriately related. take seven courses a year and to com-

36 St. Paul Master of Divinity Supervised Ministry The Certificate in Adult Development and Generativity Language Tracks All Master of Divinity and Master of The Certificate in Pastoral Counseling Preaching the biblical gospel is cen- Arts in Christian Education students The Certificate in Sexuality, Wholeness, tral to Christian ministry. Therefore, must participate in supervised ministry and Community Bethel’s faculty believes that Master throughout their degree programs. See The Certificate in Chaplaincy and of Divinity students should learn the pages 40-52 for full details. Crisis Response biblical languages. All M.Div. students The Certificate in Special Needs and are required to take a biblical language Certificate Programs Faith Communities track. Students enrolled in the M.Div. in The Certificate in Community Ministry Bethel Seminary is dedicated to the marriage and family studies are encour- Leadership training of men and women for Chris- aged to take the Hebrew track, though The Post-Graduate Certificate in tian ministries. Many students will be they may instead choose the Greek Marriage and Family Therapy ordained and will spend all their work- track. ing time in church and related vocations. The Certificate in Theological In the Greek language track students Increasingly, however, large numbers ­Studies is awarded upon completion come to seminary with one year of of capable and committed Christians of 48 credits taken in any or all areas college Greek completed or plans to express the need for more depth and of curriculum. Only Hermeneutics is take two quarters of Elementary Greek background in knowledge and experi- in the first year of study. Upon suc- ence in order for them to serve Christ cessfully passing the Greek qualifying more effectively in their churches and “In our quest for the examination, the student registers for communities. They also want to under- fullness of the Spirit, the New Testament 110, 111, and 112 stand and appreciate the dimensions of series in which Greek exegesis is re- their own faith to a greater extent. we have sometimes quired. Students who wish to expedite In addition, many college graduates are forgotten that a Spirit- their programs may choose to enroll in not certain about their future vocations. Greek language study prior to their first filled intelligence is A limited course of study gives them quarter of enrollment. a basis for deciding whether a church one of the powerful The Hebrew language track is offered vocation might be what God desires for weapons for pulling for students pursuing a concentration them. down Satanic strong- in one of the applied areas for which Certificate programs include: Hebrew language study is preferable to holds.” The Certificate in Theological Studies Greek language study. Both elementary The Certificate in Lay Ministry and intermediate courses in Hebrew are Richard Lovelace The Certificate in Biblical Studies required. Exegetical methods of study The Certificate in Spiritual Formation will be covered in the language courses. After completing two Hebrew language courses, students will enter the Old Testament 111, 112, and 113 series. Students desiring proficiency in both biblical languages may elect the Greek and Hebrew language track. Students will complete elementary Greek, pass the qualifying exam, and continue with the New Testament 100-level courses that require Greek exegesis. Hebrew language courses are taken the year af- ter elementary Greek, and are followed by the Old Testament 100-level courses that require Hebrew exegesis. For students in the nontraditional delivery systems (SemPM and InMinis- try), a variety of accommodations have been made to allow students to pursue language study. See the program­ direc- tors for further information.

37 required. All other courses are selected students will be equipped to become MF Concentration Courses according to student interest and need catalysts for effective ministry with and MF501 Foundations of MF Studies.. 4 after consultation with an advisor. to persons in later life. MF551 Families in Context: Gender, Class and Culture...... 4

St. Paul St. The Certificate in Lay Ministry is The Certificate in Pastoral Counsel- MF561 Dynamics of Family awarded upon completion of 48 credits ing is awarded upon completion of Interaction...... 4 designed to produce understanding and 24 credits. The program requires one MF502 Individual Development skills in basic areas of the curriculum. course each in multicultural studies Leadership, involvement, and outreach and systems theory, and 4 courses in with the Family...... 4 are stressed. A typical pattern of cours- the area of concentration. This certifi- MF552 Challenges Over the Life es would be as follows: cate prepares clergy and lay persons to Cycle...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 provide competent, ethical counseling MF562 Individual and Family SP505 Disciplines of Spiritual and for education, prevention, and inter- Psychopathology...... 4 Personal Formation...... 2 vention and to know how, when, and to MF503 Theories of Marriage and TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 whom to refer individuals and families Family Therapy...... 4 GC501 Introduction to Global & who are facing complex, challenging MF553 Marriage and Family Contextual Ministries...... 4 issues. Assessment...... 4 MF563 Advanced Clinical Issues.....4 GC505 Evangelism The Certificate in Community for Discipleship...... 4 MF555 Professional and Ethical ­Ministry Leadership is awarded upon Issues in MFT...... 2 Elective in Discipleship completion of 8 credits. The program in Community...... 4 MF654 Research Design and requires four courses (two credits each) Evaluation in MFT...... 4 Elective in Biblical Studies...... 4 in Community Ministry Leadership, Elective in Theology...... 4 MF653 Diagnosis and Treatment selected based on student interest and Planning...... 3 Other electives...... 1 8 ministry demand, as determined by the Total Credits...... 48 program director. Formation Courses SP502 Disciplines of Spiritual/Personal The Certificate in Biblical Studies is Post-Graduate Formation...... 1 awarded upon completion of 24 cred- Certificate in Marriage SP602 Disciplines of Theological its. The program requires four biblical Reflection...... 1 studies courses, one theology or eth- and Family Therapy ics course, and one course from the Clinical Experience The Graduate Certificate in Marriage Practicum Readiness Process...... 0 ­applied area. and Family Therapy is awarded upon MF70x Clinical Experience I...... 3 completion of up to 53 credits includ- The Certificate in Spiritual Forma- MF70x Clinical Experience II...... 3 ing marriage and family concentra- tion is awarded upon completion of MF70x Clinical Experience III...... 3 24 credits. The program requires one tion courses, formation courses, and course each in multicultural studies supervised clinical experience. This In addition to regular seminary appli- and systems theory, and 4 courses in certificate is designed for professionals cation materials, certificate applicants the area of concentration. This cer- with master’s degrees from counseling need: two references from supervi- tificate invites students to explore the and psychological services programs sors or professional work experience; multidimensional, holistic nature of or Master of Divinity graduates with a personal profile; and a 1,500-2,000 formation, to listen for next steps in concentrations in Marriage and Family word paper discussing personal family their own formation journeys, and to Studies who desire further academic experience. A group interview is also serve as trustworthy spiritual compan- specialization in the area of marriage required of all qualified applicants. The ions in the faith journeys of others. and family therapy. This certificate application deadline is April 1. program is designed to meet the aca- The Certificate in Adult Development demic requirements for licensure as a and Generativity is awarded upon marriage and family therapist in most The Doctor of Ministry completion of 24 credits. The program states, but additional supervised clinical Program requires one course each in multicul- practice and the taking of a licensing tural studies and systems theory, and The Doctor of Ministry is the highest examination would typically be needed professional degree for ordained per- 4 courses in the area of concentration. to obtain actual licensure. This certificate is designed to incor- sons in the parish or related ministries. porate the most recent spiritual and Certificate students would also partici- It is to be distinguished from other scientific findings about aging so that pate in assessment and formation ac- doctoral degrees such as the Th.D., tivities required of M.A.M.F.T. students. S.T.D., and Ph.D. in that its primary emphasis is on the practice of ministry.

38 St. Paul The course and project work often is Bethel’s Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) The Doctor of Ministry interdisciplinary in nature and usually program emphasizes four issues criti- involves applied exercises including cal to effective and satisfying ministry in Church Leadership integral research and writing. A sig- studies. The Doctor of Ministry in Church nificant proportion of the program’s Leadership program is designed for Collegial Support. Bethel’s program requirements is to be met in the setting pastors and ministry staff of churches emphasizes the relational dimension of the applicant’s ministry rather than as well as for those carrying leadership of learning through colleague groups in residence. responsibilities in other Christian orga- and mentorship. Clusters of students nizations. For persons in the program, with like concentrations and ministry Special Features it will develop personal and spiritual interests interact with and support one well-being for ministry effectiveness Leaders don’t come “one size fits all,” another through the duration of the and satisfaction; increase capacities for and neither should leadership training. program. understanding congregations and lead- The best programs are geared specifical- Current Technology. Bethel provides ing effectively in situations of change; ly to your needs, your goals and your computer software and guidance, and provide opportunity for develop- ministry context. That’s why Bethel ­enabling each student to participate in ment of understandings and skills in Seminary has developed three unique a system that ensures rapid transfer of one or more of the major strategic areas and distinct offerings within our Doctor information between student and advi- of ministry leadership. of Ministry degree program. sor and among students. Students are This program is driven by the convic- Self-Directed Doctor of Ministry. Bethel required to use a computer to partici- tion that the challenge for the 21st-cen- Seminary’s self-directed Doctor of Min- pate in the D.Min. program because of tury church is primarily a challenge for istry program is nationally recognized, enhanced capability for research and leadership. Whatever the roles, goals, setting new standards in post-graduate communication. or contexts of ministry, the ultimate theological education. It is dedicated Academic Excellence. Each student questions in this dawning postmodern to producing transformed, godly lead- will receive instruction from Bethel era will be, “What kind of leadership ers ready for 21st century ministry and faculty members and highly skilled is needed for a renewed and revitalized is convenient, relevant, progressive, ministry practitioners who have earned church?” and “How can such leader- focused, and empathetic. The self- doctoral degrees. Students will be ship be developed?” directed program offers two degree stimulated to consider new ideas and tracks: church leadership and congrega- Bethel’s program blends ministry expe- ways of approaching ministry as a tion and family care. rience with future-oriented instruction result of interacting with our excellent to prepare persons committed to Chris- Leading from the Inside Out. The faculty and thesis advisors. tian ministry for leadership in the 21st Leading from the Inside Out Doc- Ministry Applications. Employing an century. tor of Ministry program focuses not approach that integrates reflection and only on sharpening leadership skills, practice, Bethel’s program places learn- but also on developing the inner life ing and growth in the context and character of the leader, preparing of ministry. Participants consis- you to implement that same character tently draw upon their studies as development with leaders in your own they design and implement their ministry context. The program arms ministry projects. The program you with the theory, reflection, and re- structure requires students to sources necessary to facilitate spiritual remain in active ministry while and character formation in the lives of they pursue their education. your church leaders and help you cre- ate a comprehensive leadership forma- Self-Directed Program tion process within your church family. In the self-directed program stu- Emerging Leaders. With its revolution- dents are free to choose between ary program design and innovative two tracks (Church Leadership or delivery system, Bethel Seminary’s Congregation and Family Care), Doctor of Ministry for Emerging Lead- as well as pursue a more specific ers program challenges you to take concentration within the track. your leadership skills to an entirely new This allows students to select up level. Master practitioners and scholars to four electives over the course lead six different, carefully selected co- of their program. Courses are hort groups in an intensive three-year offered in the summer on the St. course of study. Paul campus and in January on the San Diego campus.

39 Earning the Doctor of Ministry in (12 credits) plus the thesis project (six Church Leadership degree requires “Bethel’s D.Min. pro- credits) being focused in the area of completion of 48 quarter credits. All concentration. The other 12 credits of persons in the program will take three gram brings first-rank the program consist of two additional St. Paul St. required courses (18 credits): Personal Christian scholars and six-credit courses, which may be taken Well-Being and Ministry Effective- from offerings in other ministry areas. ness; Integral Research and Writing; innovative Christian Each course is preceded by preparatory and Thesis Proposal Workshop. The leaders on campus for assignments and followed by a ministry remaining work in the program can be . . . ongoing dialogues application experience. spread over a number of ministry areas Marriage and Family Studies (FS) for or may be focused in a concentration. with students.” persons wishing to focus primarily on Concentrations listed below can be developing their skills for effective care completed in a three-year period (two Rev. David L. Frisbie, with individuals and groups. weeks of residence for two of the three Minneapolis inner-city years; three weeks for one of the years) church planter Pastoral Care (PC) for persons wishing with all work being taken in St. Paul to focus primarily on the care of both during July and/or San Diego dur- the pastor/leader and the community to ing January sessions. A concentration The Doctor of Ministry which they minister. consists of two advanced-level courses in Congregation and Spiritual Formation (SF) for persons (12 credits) plus the thesis project (six wishing to focus primarily on devel- credits) being focused in the area of Family Care oping their own spirituality and their concentration. The other 12 credits of The Doctor of Ministry in Congregation capacity to lead in processes designed the program consist of two additional and Family Care program is designed to deepen the spirituality of individuals six-credit courses, which may be taken for pastors and ministry staff of church- and groups. from offerings in other ministry areas. es as well as for those carrying specific Each course is preceded by preparatory responsibilities in the areas of pastoral For persons not wishing to select a con- assignments and ­followed by a ministry care and spiritual formation. Persons in centration, a Generalist (G) ­program application experience. the program will explore the most com- may be taken. It consists of three re- mon spiritual, mental health, and rela- quired courses, four electives, and a Organizational Systems (OS) for persons tional issues encountered in ministry; thesis project in an area of choice. wishing to focus primarily on devel- plan appropriate strategies of care and oping their abilities to lead Christian ­guidance for those issues; attain insight congregations/organizations in change Leading from into how their own spiritual, mental, and in the promotion of organizational the Inside Out emotional, theological, and cultural health. formation affects their ministries; and In the Leading from the Inside Out pro- Evangelism/Discipleship (ED) for per- practice contextualization and theologi- gram, students will be armed with the sons wishing to focus primarily on cal reflection with regard to issues of theory, reflection, and resources neces- developing their abilities to lead in the human need and pastoral care. sary to facilitate spiritual and character growth of the Christian community formation in the lives of their church Earning the Doctor of Ministry in quantitatively through evangelism and leaders. This program will also equip Congregation and Family Care degree qualitatively through the nurture of students to pass their training along to requires completion of 48 quarter individuals and groups. emerging leaders in their own congre- credits. All persons in the program will gations by implementing a Leadership Faith Communication (FC) for persons take three required courses (18 credits): Central program in their churches. wishing to focus primarily on devel- Whole and Holy: The Person of the Leadership Central replicates the Lead- oping their abilities to lead through Minister; Integral Research and Writ- ing from the Inside Out program at the effective preaching and teaching of the ing; and Thesis Proposal Workshop. local church level, assisting pastors in beliefs and practices of the Christian The remaining work in the program developing new leaders who are gifted faith. can be spread over a number of minis- and equipped for effective service in try areas or may be focused in a con- For persons not wishing to select a formal leadership roles. centration. Concentrations listed below concentration, a Generalist (G) pro- can be completed in a three-year period Earning a Doctor of Ministry in the gram may be taken. It consists of three (two weeks of residence for two of the Leading from the Inside Out program required courses, four electives, and a three years; three weeks for one of the requires the completion of 48 quarter thesis project in an area of choice. years) with all work being taken in St. credits. All persons in this program will Paul during July and/or San Diego dur- complete seven courses, including In- ing January sessions. A concentration tegral Research and Writing, the Thesis consists of two advanced-level courses Proposal Workshop and the completion of an acceptable dissertation.

40 St. Paul Emerging Leaders the equivalent work for the M.Div. quarter credits into the program. These degree, as well as the regular D.Min. credits may be for doctoral-level work Program requirements. An M.Div. equivalency not applied to a completed degree In the Emerging Leaders program is defined as an educational portfolio program at other accredited seminaries students choose a cohort based on the of courses and experience that would or for special pastoral or congregational focus of study. The students begin as a be commensurate to the basic M.Div. development programs offered by agen- cohort and stay together for the dura- degree. cies with which Bethel has formed a tion of their program. There are no cooperative educational arrangement. Additional materials required with the electives as the curriculum offerings are The program’s duration may also be application include: an application focused on helping students develop shortened by taking additional courses fee of $50; college and graduate tran- expertise in a specific area of study. The in either the second or third year scripts; a personal statement detailing Emerging Leaders program also makes through the offerings on either the the applicant’s ministry experience use of distributive learning technolo- St. Paul or San Diego campuses. (four to six pages); a statement of per- gies. Another unique aspect of this sonal objectives for the D.Min. program program is that students are exposed to (three to five pages); specified letters Doctor of Ministry a professor of record who is a proven of reference; and a letter of support for Candidacy scholar/practitioner in the subject being your involvement in the program from studied and who serves as the cohort’s The qualifications to become a candi- the congregation and/or board of the primary mentor. date for the D.Min. degree are: comple- institution in which you minister. An tion of 36 quarter hours of course work Earning a Doctor of Ministry in the admission interview may be required. with completed projects, completion of Emerging Leaders program requires the Complete information may be obtained the thesis proposal workshop, and an completion of 48 quarter credits. All through the Office of Admissions. approved thesis project ­proposal. When persons in this program will complete Persons interested in completing the those pieces are complete, a letter will five courses focused on the cohort program in less than the normal time be sent to the student informing him or subject matter as determined by the may do so by transferring up to 12 her of candidacy status. cohort professor(s), as well as Integral Research and Writing, the Thesis Pro- posal Workshop and the completion of an acceptable dissertation. Current cohorts scheduled to launch are posted on the seminary website.

Admission to the Program Prospective Doctor of Ministry students must apply to the program through the Bethel Seminary St. Paul campus. Part-time visiting students from other ATS-accredited D.Min. programs may take up to two courses (12 credits, based on availability) that may be transferred into their current D.Min. programs. Admission to the Doctor of Ministry program requires: a minimum of three years post-M.Div. in some form of professional ministry and a Master of Divinity degree or its equivalent from an accredited school, with a grade point average of 3.0 on a four-point scale. Applicants who have not completed the full equivalent of a three-year seminary degree but who have at least a two- year seminary degree may apply for provisional admission to the program. If accepted, the student must complete

41 Requirements by Degree Program St. Paul St.

Master of Arts in Master of Arts in Christian Christian Education—Traditional Education/Youth Ministry— Required Courses Traditional BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 Required Courses DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 GC502 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 2 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 GC502 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 2 HS501 Early Church to Reformation or GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation or NT501 The Gospels...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 SP505 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 2 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry ...... 4 SP505 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 2 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry ...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics or TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics or CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives DC705 Personal and Ministry Development...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives ML513 Transformational Leadership...... 4 DC635 Foundations of Youth Leadership...... 4 ML720 Congregational Systems...... 4 DC636 Communicating the Gospel to Teens...... 4 *3 DC Electives...... 12 ML513 Transformational Leadership...... 4 *Electives can include CF622 and/or CF651 PC710 Pastoral Care of Youth or PC726 Addictive and Compulsive Behaviors...... 4 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements PC745 Family Systems or TL551 Field Education Practicum...... 0 PC742 Ministering to Families...... 4 TL552 Professional Internship...... 4 DC705 Personal and Ministry Development...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments ...... 0 Supervised Ministry, Formation, and GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 Other Requirements Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 TL551 Field Education Practicum...... 0 Integrative Portfolio...... 0 TL552 Professional Internship...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 A minimum of eight courses in DC is required for the degree, SP001 Formation Assessments ...... 0 including the professional internship. Students must select DC GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 electives from at least two of the three age groups. A minimum Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from an M.A. Integrative Portfolio...... 0 program. The student is responsible to meet all graduation dead- lines and requirements. A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from an M.A. program. The student is responsible to meet all gradua- tion deadlines and requirements.

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Master of Arts in Children’s and Master of Arts in Christian Thought— Family Ministry—InMinistry Traditional Required Courses Required Courses BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 HS503 Church History Survey...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives CF501 Intro. to Children’s and Family Ministry...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives CF502 Development Across the Life Cycle...... 4 PH606 Apologetics...... 4 CF622 Advocacy for Children...... 4 PH744 Perspectives on Evil and Suffering...... 4 CF651 Curriculum Development and Assessment...... 4 PH652 Logic...... 4 CF652 Creativity and Models of Content Delivery...... 4 PH723 Theology and Science...... 4 CF661 Dynamics of Staffing and Leadership...... 4 PH654 Epistemology...... 4 CF662 Children’s and Family Ministry Admin...... 4 TS605 Theology and Contemporary Culture...... 4 DC/PC742 Ministering to Families...... 4 TS626 Christological Studies Today or PC/DC745 Family Systems...... 4 TS709 Historical Jesus...... 4 PC713 Pastoral Care of Children & Families...... 4 TS628 Religious Pluralism or TS702 World Religions...... 4 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements 1 Elective* ...... 4 CF798, 9 Senior Integrative Seminar...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 SP001 Formation Assessments ...... 0 Integrative Portfolio...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from Integrative Portfolio...... 0 an M.A. program. The student is responsible to meet all gradua- tion deadlines and requirements. *Students are encouraged to take PH790 Seminar in Philosophy of Religion.

Consult the guide sheet in the registrar’s office for the suggested sequence of courses.

A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from an M.A. program. The student is responsible to meet all gradua- tion deadlines and requirements.

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Master of Arts in Christian Thought— Master of Arts in Community St. Paul St. InMinistry Ministry Leadership—SemPM Required Courses Required Courses BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 HS503 Church History Survey...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation NT501 The Gospels...... 4 (may substitute HS502 or HS503)...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 TS500 Diversity and Pluralism...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 PH606 Apologetics...... 4 PH654 Epistemology...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives PH651 Critical Thinking...... 4 CM603 Compassionate Urban Ministry...... 4 PH723 Theology and Science...... 4 CM601 Street Culture, the Poor and Urban Ministry PH744 Perspectives on Evil/Suffering...... 4 or TS605 Theology and Contemporary Culture...... 4 CM650 Missions in the Global Urban Context...... 4 Two of the following: Theology and Art, CM661 Facilitating Community Development...... 4 Theology and Literature, Movie Theology...... 8 CM662 Creating Faith-Based Organizations...... 4 CTL or SPF Elective...... 4 CM663 Effective Ministry Planning and Developmt...... 4 TS/CM664 Methods in Practical and Contextual Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements Theology...... 4 ML555,6,7 Mentored Leadership Development (M.A.C.T.).. 4 CM702 Implementing Change Strategies...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 CF, MF, or Team Leadership Elective...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 SPF Elective...... 4 TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements Integrative Portfolio...... 0 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 an M.A. program. The student is responsible to meet all gradua- Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 tion deadlines and requirements. Integrative Portfolio ...... 0

A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from an M.A. program. The student is responsible to meet all gradua- tion deadlines and requirements.

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Master of Arts in Global and Master of Arts in Global and Contextual Studies—Traditional Contextual Studies — InMinistry Required Courses Required Courses BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 HS503 Church History Survey...... 4 HS503 Church History Survey...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4

Concentration Courses and Electives Concentration Courses and Electives GC610 Cross-Cultural Communication...... 4 GC610 Cross-Cultural Communication...... 4 GC611 Christianity in Culture...... 4 GC611 Christianity in Culture...... 4 GC650 Missions in the Global Urban Context...... 4 GC650 Missions in the Global Urban Context...... 4 GC651 World Religions...... 4 GC651 World Religions...... 4 GC660 Change Agency...... 4 GC660 Change Agency...... 4 GC672 Cross-Cultural Church Planting...... 4 GC672 Cross-Cultural Church Planting...... 4 GC or BTF Elective...... 4 GC or BTF Elective...... 4 SPF Elective...... 4 SPF Elective...... 4

Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements GC551 Cross-Cultural Ministry Practicum I...... 4 GC551,2,3 Cross-Cultural Ministry Practicum I...... 4 GC561 Cross-Cultural Ministry Practicum II...... 4 GC561,2,3 Cross-Cultural Ministry Practicum II...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 Integrative Portfolio ...... 0 Integrative Portfolio ...... 0 A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from an M.A. program. The student is responsible to meet all gradua- an M.A. program. The student is responsible to meet all gradua- tion deadlines and requirements. tion deadlines and requirements.

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Master of Arts in Marriage and Master of Arts (Theological

St. Paul St. Family Therapy—Traditional Studies)—Traditional Required Courses Required Courses BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation GC502 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 2 (may substitute HS502 or HS503)...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 (may substitute OT503)...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 SP502 Disciplines of Spiritual/Personal Formation...... 1 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 SP602 Disciplines of Theological Reflection...... 1 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 SP505 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 2 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 MF501 Foundations of MF Studies...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 MF502 Ind. Development within the Family ...... 4 MF503 Theories of Marriage and Family Therapy...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives MF551 Families in Context: Gender, Class, and 5 Concentration Electives...... 20 Culture...... 4 2 Free Electives (outside the area of concentration)...... 8 MF552 Challenges over the Life Cycle...... 4 MF553 Marriage and Family Assessment...... 4 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements MF555 Professional and Ethical Issues In M.F.T...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 MF561 Dynamics of Family Interaction...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 MF562 Individual and Family Psychopathology...... 4 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 MF563 Advanced Clinical Issues...... 4 Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 MF653 Diagnosis and Treatment Planning...... 3 Integrative Portfolio...... 0 MF654 Research Design and Evaluation in M.F.T...... 4 Concentrations Available Clinical Experience Biblical Studies, Pastoral Care, Theological Studies Practicum Readiness Process (See Associate Director) MF701 Clinical Experience I...... 3 A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from MF702 Clinical Experience II...... 3 an M.A. program. The student is responsible to meet all gradua- MF703 Clinical Experience III...... 3 tion deadlines and requirements.

Other Requirements MF798 Senior Integrative Seminar: Worldview, Ethics, Pract ...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 Integrative Portfolio...... 0

A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from an M.A. program. The student is responsible to meet all gradua- tion deadlines and requirements.

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Master of Arts (Theological Studies) Master of Arts (Theological Studies) with Marriage and Family Studies with Global and Contextual Studies Concentration—Traditional Concentration—Traditional Required Courses Required Courses BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 GC502 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 2 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 (may substitute HS502 or HS503)...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 PC500 or PC501 (per advisor)...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 SP505 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 2 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives GC610 Cross-Cultural Communication...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives GC611 Christianity in Culture...... 4 MF501 Foundations of MF Studies...... 4 GC650 Missions in the Global Urban Context...... 4 MF502 Ind. Development within the Family ...... 4 GC651 World Religions...... 4 MF551 Families in Context: Gender, Class, and GC660 Change Agency...... 4 Culture...... 4 GC672 Cross-Cultural Church Planting or MF552 Challenges over the Life Cycle...... 4 GC733 Church Planting in Muslim Contexts...... 4 MF561 Dynamics of Family Interaction...... 4 CTL Elective...... 4 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements BTF Elective...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 Integrative Portfolio ...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 an M.A. program. Concentration electives must be taken at the Integrative Portfolio ...... 0 advanced (600+) level. The student is responsible to meet all graduation deadlines and requirements. A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from an M.A. program. The student is responsible to meet all gradua- tion deadlines and requirements.

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Master of Arts (Theological Master of Arts in Transformational St. Paul St. Studies)—SemPM Leadership—InMinistry Required Courses Required Courses BT501 Hermeneutics ...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 GC503 Introduction to Missions and Evangelism...... 4 DC746 Small Groups in the Church...... 4 HS503 Church History Survey...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 HS503 Church History Survey...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership ...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 ML610 Communication and Org. Leadership...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 ML705 Personal/Ministry Development...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters ...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 NT503 Hebrews through Revelation...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 ML602 Ministry Leadership Foundations...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 ML610 Communication and Org. Leadership...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 ML622 Measurement-Based Leadership ...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 ML650 Self-Leadership ...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 ML661 Team Leadership...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 TS605 Theology and Contemporary Culture...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements Ministry Experience ML550 Theology and Christian Community...... 4 ML551,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development I...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments ...... 0 ML561,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development II...... 4 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 ML571,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development III...... 4 Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 Integrative Portfolio...... 0 Other Requirements ML798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 an M.A. program. The student is responsible to meet all gradua- TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 tion deadlines and requirements. GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 Integrative Portfolio...... 0

A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from an M.A. program. The student is responsible to meet all gradua- tion deadlines and requirements.

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Master of Divinity­—Traditional Master of Divinity—Traditional Greek/Hebrew Track Greek Track Required Courses Required Courses BT501 Hermeneutics ...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics ...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 CP551 Preaching Practicum A & B...... 4 CP551 Preaching Practicum A & B...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership ...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership ...... 4 NT521 Elementary Greek I...... 4 NT521 Elementary Greek I...... 4 NT522 Elementary Greek II...... 4 NT522 Elementary Greek II...... 4 NT531 Intermediate Greek Grammar...... 4 NT531 Intermediate Greek...... 4 NT551 The Gospels...... 4 NT551 The Gospels...... 4 NT552 Acts and Pauline Letters ...... 4 NT552 Acts and Pauline Letters ...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 OT521 Hebrew Language I...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT522 Hebrew Language II...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 OT531 Intermediate Hebrew...... 4 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 OT551 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 OT552 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 SP600 SPF: Self in Community...... 4 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 SP700 SPF: Integration Seminar...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 SP600 SPF: Self in Community...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 SP700 SPF: Integration Seminar...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives ...... 32 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements Concentration Courses and Electives ...... 24 TL551 Field Education Practicum...... 0 TL552 Professional Internship...... 4 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 TL551 Field Education Practicum...... 0 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 TL552 Professional Internship...... 4 TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 Integrative Portfolio...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 A minimum of 144 quarter credits is required for graduation in Integrative Portfolio...... 0 the M.Div. program. Concentration courses must be taken at the advanced level. Electives must be taken from all three centers; A minimum of 144 quarter credits is required for graduation in see individual guidesheets for further information. The student the M.Div. program. Concentration courses must be taken at the is responsible to meet all graduation deadlines and requirements. advanced level. Electives must be taken from all three centers; see individual guidesheets for further information. The student is responsible to meet all graduation deadlines and requirements.

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Master of Divinity—Traditional Master of Divinity—Traditional

St. Paul St. Hebrew Track Greek Track (SemPM Completion) Required Courses Required Courses BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics ...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 CP551 Preaching Practicum A & B...... 4 CP551 Preaching Practicum A & B...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 DC746 Small Groups in the Church...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 HS503 Church History Survey...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership ...... 4 HS610 American Christianity...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership ...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 ML610 Communication and Org. Leadership...... 4 NT503 Hebrews through Revelation...... 4 ML705 Personal/Ministry Development...... 4 OT521 Hebrew Language I...... 4 NT521 Elementary Greek I...... 4 OT522 Hebrew Language II...... 4 NT522 Elementary Greek II...... 4 OT531 Intermediate Hebrew ...... 4 NT531 Intermediate Greek Grammar...... 4 OT551 Genesis - Ruth...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 OT552 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters ...... 4 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 NT503 Hebrews through Revelation...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 NT641 Greek Exegesis...... 4 SP600 SPF: Self in Community...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 SP700 SPF: Integration Seminar...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 SP600 SPF: Self in Community...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 SP700 SPF: Integration Seminar...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives ...... 32 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TL551 Field Education Practicum...... 0 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 TL552 Professional Internship...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 CP Elective ...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 GC Elective...... 4 TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 ML550 Theology and Christian Community...... 4 Integrative Portfolio...... 0 TL552 Professional Internship...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 A minimum of 144 quarter credits is required for graduation in GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 the M.Div. program. Concentration courses must be taken at the Transformating Church Initiative events...... 0 advanced level. Electives must be taken from all three centers; Integrative Portfolio...... 0 see individual guidesheets for further information. The student is responsible to meet all graduation deadlines and requirements. A minimum of 144 quarter credits is required for graduation in the M.Div. program.

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Master of Divinity—InMinistry Master of Divinity—InMinistry Greek Track Hebrew Track Required Courses Required Courses BT501 Hermeneutics ...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics ...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 CP551,2 Preaching Practicum A & B...... 4 CP551,2 Preaching Practicum A & B...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership ...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership ...... 4 NT521 Elementary Greek I...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT522 Elementary Greek II...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters ...... 4 NT531 Intermediate Greek Grammar...... 4 NT503 Hebrews through Revelation...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters ...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 NT641 Greek Exegesis...... 4 OT521 Hebrew Language I...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 OT522 Hebrew Language II...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT531 Intermediate Hebrew...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 OT641 Hebrew Exegesis: Prophets...... 4 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 SP600 SPF: Self in Community...... 4 SP600 SPF: Self in Community...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4

Emphasis Courses and Electives Emphasis Courses and Electives Credits from Center of Emphasis...... 12 Credits from Center of Emphasis...... 12 Two courses from each of the other centers...... 16 Two courses from each of the other centers...... 16

Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements ML581,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development I...... 4 ML581,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development I...... 4 ML591,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development II...... 4 ML591,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development II...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 Integrative Portfolio...... 0 Integrative Portfolio...... 0

A minimum of 144 quarter credits is required for graduation in A minimum of 144 quarter credits is required for graduation in the M.Div. program. the M.Div. program.

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Master of Divinity—InMinistry Master of Divinity—InMinistry St. Paul St. Greek and Hebrew Track Greek/Children’s & Family Ministry Required Courses Required Courses BT501 Hermeneutics ...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 CF501 Intro. to Children’s & Family Ministry...... 4 CP551,2 Preaching Practicum A & B...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 CP551,2 Preaching Practicum A & B...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 HS503 Church History Survey...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 HS610 American Christianity...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership ...... 4 CF661 Dynamics of Staffing and Leadership...... 4 NT521 Elementary Greek I...... 4 NT521 Elementary Greek I...... 4 NT522 Elementary Greek II...... 4 NT522 Elementary Greek II...... 4 NT531 Intermediate Greek Grammar...... 4 NT531 Intermediate Greek Grammar...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters ...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters ...... 4 NT641 Greek Exegesis...... 4 NT641 Greek Exegesis...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT521 Hebrew Language I...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 OT522 Hebrew Language II...... 4 PC713 Pastoral Care of Children & Families...... 4 OT531 Intermediate Hebrew...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 OT641 Hebrew Exegesis: Prophets...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 SP600 SPF: Self in Community...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 CF502 Development Across the Life Cycle...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 CF622 Advocacy for Special Needs Children and Families...... 4 Emphasis Courses and Electives CF651 Curriculum Development and Assessment...... 4 Two courses from CTL...... 8 CF652 Creativity and Models of Content Delivery...... 4 Two courses from CSPF...... 8 DC/PC742 Ministering to Families...... 4 PC745 Family Systems...... 4 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements Three BTF Electives...... 12 ML581,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development I...... 4 ML591,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development II...... 4 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 ML591,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 CF798, 9 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 Integrative Portfolio...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 Integrative Portfolio...... 0 A minimum of 144 quarter credits is required for graduation in the M.Div. program. A minimum of 144 quarter credits is required for graduation in the M.Div. program.

52 Requirements by Degree Program St. Paul

Master of Divinity—InMinistry Master of Divinity—InMinistry Greek/Christian Thought Greek/Ministry Leadership Required Courses Required Courses BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 CP551,2 Preaching Practicum A & B...... 4 CP551,2 Preaching Practicum A & B...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 GC501 Introduction to Global & HS503 Church History Survey...... 4 Contextual Ministries...... 4 HS610 American Christianity...... 4 HS503 Church History Survey...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership...... 4 HS610 American Christianity...... 4 NT521 Elementary Greek I...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership...... 4 NT522 Elementary Greek II...... 4 NT521 Elementary Greek I...... 4 NT531 Intermediate Greek Grammar...... 4 NT522 Elementary Greek II...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT531 Intermediate Greek Grammar...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters ...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT641 Greek Exegesis...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters ...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 NT641 Greek Exegesis...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 PC501 Intro. to Pastoral Care...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 PH606 Apologetics...... 4 PC501 Intro to Pastoral Care...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 SP600 SPF: Self in Community...... 4 SP600 SPF: Self in Community...... 4 TS500 Diversity and Pluralism...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4

Concentration Courses and Electives Concentration Courses and Electives TS605 Theology and Contemporary Culture...... 4 ML602 Ministry Leadership Foundations...... 4 One of Theology and Art, Theology and Literature, ML610 Communication and Org. Leadership...... 4 or Theology and Cinema...... 4 ML622 Measurement Based Leadership...... 4 PH654 or PH723...... 4 ML661 Team Leadership...... 4 PH651 Critical Thinking...... 4 BT/ML791 Case Studies in Transformational Leadership...... 4 PH744 Perspectives on Evil/Suffering...... 4 TS605 Theology and Contemporary Culture...... 4 CTL Elective...... 4 GC Elective...... 4 SPF Elective...... 4 SPF Elective...... 4

Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements ML555,6,7 MLD - CT...... 4 ML551,2,3 or ML581,2,3 ML591,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development...... 4 Mentored Leadership Development...... 4 GS798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 ML561,2,3 or ML591,2,3 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 Mentored Leadership Development...... 4 TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 ML798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 Integrative Portfolio...... 0 TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 A minimum of 144 quarter credits is required for graduation in the Integrative Portfolio...... 0 M.Div. program. A minimum of 144 quarter credits is required for graduation in the M.Div. program.

53 Master of Divinity—InMinistry

St. Paul St. Hebrew/Ministry Leadership

Required Courses BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 CP551,2 Preaching Practicum A & B...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 GC501 Intro. to Global & Contextual Ministries...... 4 HS503 Church History Survey...... 4 HS610 American Christianity...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 NT503 Hebrews through Revelation...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth ...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT521 Hebrew Language I...... 4 OT522 Hebrew Language II...... 4 OT531 Intermediate Hebrew...... 4 OT641 Hebrew Exegesis: Prophets...... 4 PC501 Intro. to Pastoral Care...... 4 SP500 SPF: Foundations and Traditions...... 4 SP600 SPF: Self in Community...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4

Concentration Courses and Electives ML602 Ministry Leadership Foundations...... 4 ML610 Communication and Org. Leadership...... 4 ML622 Measurement Based Leadership...... 4 ML661 Team Leadership...... 4 BT/ML791 Case Studies in Transformational Leadership...... 4 TS605 Theology and Contemporary Culture...... 4 GC Elective...... 4 SPF Elective...... 4

Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements ML551,2,3 or ML581,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development...... 4 ML561,2,3 or ML591,2,3 Mentored Leadership Development...... 4 ML798 Senior Integrative Seminar ...... 4 SP001 Formation Assessments...... 0 TL001 Vocational Assessments...... 0 GS001 Graduate Research Seminar ...... 0 Integrative Portfolio...... 0

A minimum of 144 quarter credits is required for graduation in the M.Div. program.

54 Description of St. Paul Concentrations

Note: The concentrations listed below Discipleship in Community Christ’s name. Concentration courses apply to the master of divinity degree, include: GC610, GC611, GC650, single language track, in the traditional The Discipleship in Community con- GC660, GC672 or GC733; one CTL, delivery system. They are modified for centration is provided for the student one SPF, one BTF. dual-language tracks. who plans to be involved with both the pastoral and educational ministries of the church. The aim of the concentra- Marriage and Family Studies Applied Area tion is to build skills and understanding in educational studies, integrating them The Marriage and Family Studies con- Adult Development and with biblical, theological, and histori- centration allows students to learn the Generativity cal disciplines. A student’s particular skills both to provide pastoral leader- ministry call and goals will influence ship and to understand family systems. The concentration in Adult Develop- course selection. Areas of focus include: It teaches students to teach, preach, ment and Generativity is designed to general discipleship, family ministries, and administer programs in ways that incorporate the most recent spiritual adult ministries, youth ministries, chil- are sensitive to family issues, and to and scientific findings about aging dren’s ministries, women’s ministries, or understand systemic dynamics of con- so that students will be equipped to teaching for transformation. (Electives: gregational life. Concentration courses become catalysts for effective minis- Five DC, one CTL, one BTF, one SPF.) include: MF501, MF502, MF551, try with and to persons in later life. MF552, MF561; one SP or PC; one BTF, Concentration courses include SP625, Family Ministry one CTL. SP683DI, PC666DI, PC665, PC685; one SPF, one BTF, one CTL. The Family Ministry concentration helps students develop ministry ap- Ministry Leadership proaches to entire families. While many The Ministry Leadership concentration Children’s & Family graduates will serve in positions such is designed for individuals anticipating Ministry as children’s ministry, youth ministry, or service as pastors of local churches. associate pastorates, they are equipped This concentration is currently avail- Recognizing the diversity of roles to offer programs and pastoral care that able only in the InMinistry delivery demanded of the pastor, the concentra- focus on nurturing families through- format. Concentration courses include tion’s primary focus is on development out their various life stages. Those CF501 (in lieu of DC501), HS503 of the knowledge, attitudes, and skills interested in private counseling and (in lieu of HS501), HS610 (in lieu of of an effective servant leader. Opportu- licensure should pursue licensure in a HS502), PC713 (in lieu of PC501), nity is also provided for work in spiri- Marriage and Family Therapy program. CF661 (in lieu of ML513), CF502, tuality, pastoral care, and preaching. Concentration courses include: DC742, PC745, DC742, SP500, CF622, CF651, (Electives: Five ML, one CTL, one BTF, DC745, PC711; two of CF501, DC636, CF652, ML551,2,3, and four electives one SPF.) from the Center for Biblical and Theo- DC741; DC or PC elective; one BTF, one CTL. logical Foundations. Pastoral Care Community Ministry Global and Contextual The concentration in Pastoral Care Studies enables students to prepare for the In this concentration, Bethel students counseling tasks common in ministry prepare to work with populations Urgent concerns for world evangeliza- settings as well as for preventive educa- commonly found in an urban ministry tion focus the Global and Contextual tional efforts in the church. It uses the context. Any community group is con- Studies concentration on what is neces- pastoral framework, but also aims at sidered a possible candidate for com- sary to develop leaders for a multicul- preparing laypeople to effectively reach munity ministry, but special attention is tural partnership with churches around out to hurting people. (Electives: TS753 given to at-risk groups or groups with the world. A thorough biblical and or PC744, six PC, one BTF or CTL.) special needs. Concentration courses: theological foundation with emphasis GC603, GC661, GC662, GC663, on cross‑cultural studies is provided. Pastoral Counseling GC702; one CTL, one BTF, one SPF. The aim is developing prayerful sup- port of missions in order to start and The concentration in Pastoral Counsel- multiply churches to produce disciples ing prepares clergy and lay persons to who meet the needs of people in provide competent, ethical counseling

55 for education, prevention, and inter- Old Testament vention and to know how, when, and to Classical Area whom to refer individuals and families Students will strengthen their ministry who are facing complex, challenging Christian Thought preparation by learning the essentials of St. Paul St. the Hebrew language, develop exegeti- issues. Concentration courses include A concentration in Christian Thought cal skills in interpreting the Hebrew SP625, PC688, PC689DI, PC693DI, serves students whose sense of leading Bible, and gain a deeper appreciation PC694; one PC, one BTF, one CTL. points toward teaching, evangelism, for the theological messages of the Old discipleship, and apologetics within Testament. (Electives: four OT; two TS, Preaching and a pastoral context. In supplement- HS, or NT; one CTL; one SPF.) Communication ing the broader ministry preparation provided by the master of divinity, this This concentration is focused on train- Theological Studies concentration gives students a systemic ing communicators to transform the grasp of the Christian worldview. The The student will be helped to develop world. Students focusing in this area program may appeal to those who expertise in responding to the criti- will be trained to live and communicate approach church life with a passion for cal theological, ethical, and apologetic biblical truth in a variety of settings reaching people with the gospel and for issues faced today. This concentration through classroom work and communi- strengthening believers by helping them will benefit men and women in a va- cation in live settings. Students will de- know the reasons for faith. Students in this riety of ministries including church, velop skills in sermon preparation and concentration will also have opportunities parachurch, higher education, writ- delivery, integration of biblical ­exegesis, to study with outstanding visiting scholars ing, and chaplaincy. This program will and understanding the audience. The in philosophy of religion. Students partici- enhance understanding of theological personal and spiritual development of pate in internships with the department issues and the skills of theological the communicator will be a key focus of supervised ministry. Those who sense a analysis and synthesis. (Electives: of this concentration. Concentra- call to outreach or discipleship ministry HS601, 602, or 603; four TS; one HS, tion courses include: CP720, CP742, using the concentration in Christian OT, or NT; one CTL; one SPF.) CP744, CP762, CP763; one CTL, one Thought may develop their internships SPF, one BTF. with those ministries in view. Avail- Spiritual Formation able in St. Paul only. (Electives: TS606, Combined Areas TS601, 602 or 603; one TS, three PH, The concentration in Spiritual Forma- one SPF, one CTL.) Biblical Exposition tion invites students to explore the multidimensional, holistic nature of Historical Studies This concentration is designed for formation, to listen for next steps in those who anticipate a pulpit ministry This concentration prepares students their own formation journeys, and to focused on biblical expositional preach- for ministry by selecting courses de- serve as trustworthy spiritual compan- ing. Hebrew and/or Greek language signed to describe Christian diversity. ions in the faith journeys of others. study is required. By selecting courses Orthodox, Catholic, and Protestant Concentration courses include SP625, from both the classical and applied experiences in Europe and America will SP683DI, SP684DI, SP692, SP694, one areas, the student is helped to integrate enrich one’s understanding of Christen- SPF, one BTF, one CTL. language study with a proclamation dom. It will also inspire solidarity with ministry. Youth Ministry a geographical and temporal world, which will foster a truly international This concentration prepares students mission. Electives: HS601, HS602, or Generalist Area to lead ministries to young people in HS603; four HS; one OT, NT, or TS; one both church and parachurch settings. A CTL; one SPF.) Students who anticipate placement theological foundation and philosophi- requiring competence in several dis- cal understanding of ministry to youth New Testament ciplines or where specialization is not and their families in light of current necessary may wish to choose the This concentration seeks to assist those issues is developed. Specific competen- Generalist concentration as a way of students who desire to preach and teach cies are attained through course work, strengthening their ministry skills. authoritatively from the Greek New an initial practicum, and a professional Courses are chosen from the various Testament and/or seek to pursue further internship. The experiential component departments on the basis of the stu- graduate training in this area. It does so focuses on the integration of theol- dent’s particular interest and vocational by building upon the basic beginning ogy, theory, and practice. Concentra- goals. Students are required to take Greek with which a student enters the tion courses include: DC635, DC636, a minimum of one advanced course concentration and the four required DC661, PC710 or PC726, DC745 or in each department of the Generalist Greek New Testament courses in the DC742, DC705; one SPF, one BTF. concentration area. core curriculum. (Electives: four NT; two OT, TS, or HS; one CTL; one SPF.)

56 St. Paul InMinistry Master of Divinity Program: Structure of an Average Year *

Quarter Stage of Course Work Duration General Dates

SUMMER Intensive Course 10 weeks total June - August Pre-Campus Assignments 4 weeks On-Campus Intensive(s) ✔ 1 week / class Post-Campus Assignments 4 weeks FALL Distance Course 10 weeks total September - December

WINTER Intensive Course 10 weeks total January - March Pre-Campus Assignments 4 weeks On-Campus Intensive(s) ✔ 1 week / class Post-Campus Assignments 4 weeks

SPRING Distance Course 10 weeks total March - May

* NOTE: Running concurrently with the annual schedule are contextualized learning components, which are done entirely at a distance—one each year in the master of divinity program.

✔ It is possible to take up to two intensives during the winter and summer quarters. The on-campus components of these courses are scheduled for consecutive weeks.

Students interested in taking out a student loan must be continuously enrolled in the program—that is, taking at least two courses each winter and summer term, and taking at least one course each spring and fall term.

SemPM Program: Structure of an Average Year Classes meet Monday evenings. New groups start in August. January-March March-May June/July August September-December

5:30-7:30 p.m. 5:30-7:30 p.m. 5:30-9:45 p.m. 5:30-9:45 p.m. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Course 1 Course 3 Course 5 Course 6 Course 7 (10 weeks) (10 weeks) (5 weeks) (5 weeks) (10 weeks) Break Break Break 8-10 p.m. 8-10 p.m. 8-10 p.m. Course 2 Course 4 Course 8 (10 weeks) (10 weeks) (10 weeks)

Students enrolled continuously in the program are considered to be full time.

57 D.Min. Programs: Structure of an Average Year Pre-Course Work On-Campus Intensive # 1 Project Completion St. Paul St. YEAR 3 Months 5 Days 5 Months ONE Pre-Course Work On-Campus Intensive # 2 Project Completion 3 Months 5 Days 5 Months

Pre-Course Work On-Campus Intensive # 3 Project Completion YEAR 3 Months 5 Days 5 Months TWO Pre-Course Work On-Campus Intensive # 4 Project Completion 3 Months 5 Days 5 Months

Pre-Course Work On-Campus Intensive # 5 Project Completion YEAR 3 Months 5 Days 5 Months THREE Pre-Course Work On-Campus Intensive # 6 Project Completion 3 Months 5 Days 5 Months

Thesis Thesis Proposal Thesis Proposal Submission Submission Submission Submission THESIS Proposal On-Campus Completion Chapters 1-2 Chapters 3-4 Chapters 5-7 Final Revision SCHEDULE Draft Workshop (Year 2 or 3) 3 Months 5 Days 60 Days 3 Months 3 Months 3 Months 3 Months

58 Student Activities, St. Paul Services, and Resources

Appeal Process hockey, ping pong, and cross‑country athletic activities are abundant. The running. The campus is also ideal for university also offers adult education Students with concerns in any area of cross‑country skiing in the winter. Out- and degree completion, as well as nu- due process related to student life may door tennis courts are available during merous graduate programs. appeal to the Student Development the summer. A training room with Committee. The Student Development weight and aerobic workout machines Community Life Committee has the authority to recom- is located adjacent to the seminary Gatherings mend a development plan for students gymnasium. and to recommend dismissal. The St. Paul campus community meets Seminary students are also invited to once per week for a half-hour Commu- Further appeals beyond this committee use the Sports and Recreation Center nity Life Gathering. These events are will be directed to the full faculty. Writ- located on the university campus. This designed to be informative, worshipful, ten requests should go to the Office of building houses a six‑lane running welcoming, and conversational. They Student Life. track, and indoor basketball, tennis, are organized around different themes Students with concerns regarding aca- and volleyball courts. each quarter. Examples of past themes demic issues or policies should address include: reconciliation, worship, whole their appeals to the Academic Programs Bethel University and holy living, integrated living, and Assessment and Accreditation Com- Bethel Seminary St. Paul is located virtue. The schedule is coordinated by mittee. on the campus of Bethel University. the Office of Student Life. With a student body of approximately Athletics 6,000 students, Bethel University offers The Student Senate coordinates a ­myriad opportunities and services. variety of intramural athletics, and ­Undergraduate course work for stu- facilities are available for football, dents or spouses is available in numer- basketball, handball, racquetball, floor ous areas of study. Social, cultural, and

59 Child Development counsel them on a friendly basis as modations for students with document- needs arise. Students are encouraged ed disabilities are set up through the Center—St. Paul to seek interviews with the provost Office of Disability Services. For further Campus and faculty members at any time. The information about these services or St. Paul St. The Bethel Child Development Center, North Central Career Development to request accommodations, contact a laboratory school of the early child- Center also is involved in counseling Kathy McGillivray, director of disability hood education department of Bethel first‑ and second‑year students. This services, at 651.635.8759. University, is located in Seminary occurs within the requirements of the Village. Several services are available to supervised ministry program. Employment the seminary community through the Bethel Seminary provides two resources Most students find it a financial neces- center, including extended childcare for full‑time degree students who desire sity to work part time while in semi- for children ages six weeks through counseling: nary. Many students are involved in kindergarten, a preschool program, and paid positions within local churches Faculty advisors and members of the Stu- parent education seminars. A subsidy in the Twin Cities. Various businesses dent Development Committee. Students of up to $60 a month is available for the have regular contact with Bethel in who need advice or counsel regarding children of full‑time seminarians dur- order to provide part‑time employment a problem or situation they are facing ing the school year. Further informa- opportunities for students. Students should feel free to come to their faculty tion and fee schedules may be obtained should plan to arrive in the Twin Cities advisors or a member of the Student by contacting the director of the Child area early enough to interview and se- Development Committee. Our faculty Development Center (651.638.6147). cure employment before classes begin. will try to assist students in one or two Computer Center sessions, but if additional counseling Food Service is needed, they will refer them to the Bethel Seminary is dedicated to the on- Office of Student Life. Lunches and light refreshments are going development of ministers for the available during the day at the semi- Professional counseling. Bethel Counsel- 21st century and beyond. Since ours is nary, and students may also purchase ing Services provides students with a an increasingly technological society, meal tickets for the university Dining range of professional counseling and we are committed to providing students Center. with the competencies and skills they consultation options. The goal is to will need to minister in this electronic promote personal wholeness, specifical- Health Insurance age. We strongly encourage all degree ly in areas of personal and/or relational program students to come to campus difficulty, which may interfere with aca- Students are required to participate in with their own personal computers, demic and professional goals. Students a hospital insurance plan. This may or access to a personal computer, for who seek counseling are people who be done by purchasing a policy from use throughout their seminary careers. want to learn more about themselves an insurance company of the student’s Instructors will increasingly seek to and who desire growth in their relation- own choosing or by participating in a integrate course content with techno- ships with others and with God. plan where the student or his or her spouse is employed. A listing of health logical developments and tools for use Counseling services are provided free plans is available through the Office of in ministry. of charge to Bethel students and their Student Life. Bethel Seminary presently has numer- spouses. Appointments may be made ous computers available for student in person at the Counseling Center Health Services use in the library. They contain word- in Townhouse H on the university processing, spreadsheet, and other campus, or by calling the center at Health service facilities are located on ­software programs. All equipment is 651.638.8540. Brochures are available the university campus. A registered available free of charge. through the Office of Student Life. nurse is on duty at regular hours Mon- day through Friday with a physician Students also have access through the Disability Services on campus at scheduled times during network to the internet, the Bethel the week. This service is provided at Bethel Seminary provides services and intranet, Bethel email, and more. no cost to full‑time students. Health reasonable accommodations for stu- service hours and the schedule of the dents with documented disabilities. Counseling campus physician are listed in the Stu- Examples include sensory, physical, dent Handbook. At registration all degree students are systemic, learning, and psychiatric assigned to faculty advisors who as- disabilities. Students enrolled in Bethel sist them in planning their programs courses should contact the instructor of study. Advisors will also become as soon as possible if disability-related acquainted with students in order to accommodations are needed. Accom-

60 St. Paul their ministry goals. Service within the chosen denominational setting, contacts with established pastors, and attendance at denominational confer- ences and ministerial meetings build a network of relationships that facilitate placement. Students are expected to take the initia- tive in seeking placement upon gradu- ation since most ministry placement is done through established national and district offices. The supervised ministry office is available for placement coun- seling, to help students communicate with their officials, and to make stu- dents aware of placement opportuni- ties. Those who feel called to overseas ministry are urged to communicate with appropriate mission agencies early in their seminary careers. Housing desirable because of the proximity of Provost’s Forum employment or bus routes for spouses On‑campus housing for both single who are working. Numerous apart- The provost of the seminary occasion- and married students consists of one‑, ments are available in the area. ally hosts an open forum for students. two‑, and three‑bedroom apartments This provides the student body with an as well as efficiency apartments for Music opportunity for interaction with admin- singles. These residences provide many istration regarding areas of ­concern. conveniences, easy accessibility to the Opportunities for students and faculty seminary academic complex, and op- to minister to the community through Publications portunity for involvement and deepen- music are available at Community Life Gatherings. Vocal and instrumental The St. Paul campus distributes E- ing relationships in community life. Announcements twice a week to all Campus housing is also economical soloists and small groups are welcome to participate in this way. Interested students, providing information on when compared to similar housing in campus activities, announcements, and the area. musicians should contact the Office of Student Life. other items of special interest. Students The apartments are grouped together are responsible for the information with surfaced parking lots adjoining. Placement included in the E-Announcements. They are air‑conditioned and carpeted, The seminary seeks to prepare gradu- Each fall the Office of Student Life and include washers and dryers on each coordinates the printing of the Semi- floor. Each apartment has an entry hall ates who qualify for ordination, but the successful placing of a graduate in a nary Directory, which includes photos with a guest closet; a large living room; of all students, staff, and faculty, as well a dining area; and one, two, or three position involves several variables, such as the needs of the specific church or as contact information for each person bedrooms. Kitchens are equipped with listed. General Electric appliances, including agency, the availability of the graduate, two‑door refrigerator-freezers, duct- and his or her competency for ministry. The Student Handbook contains all less range hoods, self‑cleaning ovens, Students are encouraged to establish a information pertaining to academia and and garbage disposals. Bathrooms are denominational relationship early in student life and is issued to incoming ceramic tiled. their seminary experience to prepare students. for placement and ordination, if that is A housing application and other in- their goal. Representatives from several Heart & Mind magazine, published formation are included in the materi- denominations and missions agencies three times a year, is sent to prospective als sent by the Office of Admissions. regularly visit the campus to meet with and current students as well as alumni. A detailed housing policy is available students. Its purpose is to highlight how God is through the Office of Student Life working in the seminary community (651.635.8655). Students should use their required and to provide stimulating articles by supervised ministry experiences as op- faculty and other contemporary theo- Many students find it necessary to portunities to build a resume of experi- logians. live off campus. In many cases this is ences that will lead naturally toward

61 Registration for Courses Special Events Women’s Organizations at Other Seminaries A number of special events coordinated The first woman student enrolled in Bethel Seminary is a member of the by the Office of Student Life are de- Bethel Seminary seminary in 1880. By St. Paul St. Minnesota Consortium of Theological signed to enrich community life, facili- 1912, women were a consistent part Schools. The other member schools are tate open discussion of ideas and issues, of the student body. Today the semi- Luther Theological Seminary, St. John’s and provide opportunities to develop nary still seeks to meet the needs of Divinity School, The St. Paul Seminary meaningful relationships. These events, both female students and the wives of School of Divinity, and United Theolog- sponsored by various campus groups students who are a part of the commu- ical Seminary. Because of this associa- (e.g., Student Senate, Village Hosts, nity. Although separate meetings deal tion, it is possible for full‑time degree Woman-to-Woman, International with the unique needs of each group, students to take courses at other mem- Students, etc.) encourage interaction all meetings of any women’s group on ber institutions. To do so, the following beyond the classroom and other ad- campus are open to women students, procedure has been established: ministrative functions. Events include wives, faculty, and staff members. seminars on information not covered 1. Contact the Bethel Seminary reg- SemWomen provides opportunities in the curriculum; in-depth interaction istrar, who will send a form to the for all students, but especially women through weekend retreats; banquets; appropriate consortium registrar; seminarians, to address questions concerts; and entertainment for the 2. Register for the course on regular related to ministerial call, servant entire community. Special programs are registration materials; leadership, personal spiritual growth, also planned for children and spouses 3. Pay the tuition rate of Bethel ways that our culture affects women of seminary students. ­Seminary (except summer); and men in ministry, and other similar 4. Complete appropriate registration Student Senate topics. Regular meetings are planned by forms at the consortium school on the Student Senate representative and or before the first day of class (in The Student Senate functions as a faculty advisor. courses with limited enrollment, clearinghouse for student opinion, Woman-to-Woman provides opportu- the registrar will work with the activity, and expression. The Senate nity for fellowship and personal growth ­appropriate consortium registrar); consists of special interest coordinators for all student wives. A variety of pro- 5. The consortium registrar will send and class representatives. In addition gramming is planned by the leadership a transcript back to Bethel. to the president, the Senate consists team, made up of student wives, an of representatives from the junior, Courses taken at a consortium school advisor from the Department of Student middler, and senior classes. Coordina- must be electives. Required courses Life, and one faculty wife. may not be taken without approval of tors give oversight to community life, the Academic Programs Assessment recreation, academic affairs, spiritual Woman-to-Woman activities may and Accreditation Committee. life, missions, women student issues, include potluck suppers, an annual minority student concerns, internation- retreat, exercise classes, seasonal ac- Small Group al student interests, Seminary Village tivities, craft nights, Saturday morning concerns, single student issues, and coffees, and Bible studies. Although Experiences student publication matters. The major specific programming may vary from The context of a small group can pro- purposes of the Senate are to promote year to year, Woman-to-Woman seeks vide a time to take a break from respon- and serve student interests, lead in to help each woman make the most of sibilities, deepen relationships with a student‑desired directions, and sustain the seminary ­experience. number of people, provide needed sup- the welfare of the student body. The port in a place of trust, and offer new Student Senate president is the main Tutorial Assistance insights to keep students growing and liaison between students and adminis- Limited peer tutorial assistance is avail- maturing. Opportunities for such group tration. The special interest coordina- able to students through the Office of involvement are available through advi- tors are responsible for the planning of Student Life. sor/advisee group meetings, formation an integrated and meaningful program groups, and in a variety of other set- of student activities. tings throughout the year.

62 San Diego CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

63 Bethel Seminary San Diego Focus Insofar as is possible, we attempt to make the student’s learning relevant San Diego and Distinctive to her or his life situation and calling. In 1977, Bethel Seminary broadened Characteristics Each learner’s family and community its ministry and opened a campus in Southern California is a unique place, background, language of preference,

San Diego San Diego, Calif. Using the facilities at offfering wonderful climate and traditions of worship, and vision of life College Avenue Baptist Church, Bethel geography as well as many enviable are taken seriously as arenas for theo- Seminary San Diego began offering recreational opportunities. It is a logical contextualization. courses that would eventually lead stu- region characterized by energetic in- Theological teaching and learning at dents to degrees in the Master of Arts novation; it frequently gives birth to Bethel Seminary San Diego are de- (Theological Studies), the Master of national trends that preview the future signed to reach the highest standards Arts in Applied Ministry, the Master of of the country and the world. The eth- of biblical scholarship, personal devo- Arts in Christian Education,­ the Mas- nic diversity of the immediate environ- tion, and community relevance. The ter of Divinity, and the Master of Arts ment of San Diego is ­remarkable. process of interpreting Holy Scripture in Marital and Family Therapy. Bethel Seminary San Diego is geo- is informed by the most proven meth- San Diego was chosen as the graphically and spiritually positioned ods of research. The meanings of the seminary’s location because it is a to touch the hearts of a diverse popula- Word of God are derived and applied ­community of ethnic diversity, bur- tion, in particular San Diego’s vigorous using context-sensitive, grammatical- geoning growth, enormous spiritual Hispanic-American community, one historical exegesis and contemporary need, and a large concentration­ of unmatched anywhere in the U.S. The theological methodology. Time-hon- military personnel—factors offering South and Southeast Asian influence ored strategies for understanding the unlimited opportunities for intercul- can be felt in nearly every neighbor- Bible are combined with field-proven, -tural ministry experience. Proximity to hood as San Diego is also becoming social scientifc models to conceptual Mexico offers another opportunity for an increasingly strategic entrepôt and ize the gospel message in the cultures cross-cultural ministry experience. partner with Asian countries on the and maximize its impact in the lives of dynamic Pacific Rim. The seminary’s those who seek God’s truth in contem- Currently, Bethel Seminary student body, faculty, and staff rep- porary societies. San Diego occupies a 20,000 square feet resent this rich ethnic and cultural seminary ­building that houses offices, Training for evangelism and mission diversity. classrooms, a student center, and ex- at Bethel Seminary San Diego empha- panded library facilities with more than Contextualization is the process of sizes the indigenization of methods for 80,000 ­volumes. Increasing enrollment communicating the meaning of the outreach and the message of the gospel over the years has resulted in the need Word of God in terms that are maxi- of Jesus Christ. Language and culture to expand present campus facilities mally relevant for each of the cultures learning are valued and emphasized and offer more diverse programming of today’s world. It answers this ques- as appropriate for cross-cultural min- to better serve its students and the tion: How do we transfer what was istries. Church-planting techniques surrounding community. Construc- said by “holy people of old” who lived and the dynamics of church leadership tion for a new 14,000-square-foot wing in ancient cultural contexts, through and management are communicated in containing a 380 seat auditorium, our own cultural understandings as ways that respect the ethos and world- additional classrooms, offices, and an ­modern students, into the languages views of the peoples we serve. expanded student center is under way and worldviews of peoples who live At Bethel Seminary San Diego, the and scheduled for completion in fall in still different contexts? We ask this training of pastoral counselors and 2009. question in our classes while at the professional therapists is based on the same time remaining committed to the The people of San Diego and Best Of, holistic truths of the evangelical position that biblical truth is absolute Inc., voted Bethel Seminary San Diego Christian faith. As Christ heals the and must not be compromised. Ani- one of the 2002-03 winners in the whole person, our students receive pro- mated by the Spirit of God, we are en- “Best Of Colleges” category. The semi- fessional counseling preparation that ergized to obey our Lord Jesus Christ’s nary was also named one of the 50 Best integrates the spiritual, psychological, command to communicate His gospel Christian Places to Work by Christian- biological, and social domains of hu- to all peoples everywhere. ity Today magazine in April 2004. man experience. Focusing on marriage Each student at Bethel Seminary San and family relationships equips our Diego, therefore, is embraced as a students to bring the grace of God to unique gift from God. Every member despairing people within the contexts of the community of scholars is appre- of their internal confusion and rela- ciated for the context from which they tional disarray. have come and in which they thrive.

64 Bethel Seminary San Diego is dedicated Academics Five degree programs are offered: San Diego to providing outstanding theologi- • the Master of Arts in Applied Minis- cal education in an environment that Academic programs at Bethel Seminary try (M.A.A.M.); ­embraces human diversity and San Diego are designed to prepare • the Master of Arts in Christian celebrates godly wholeness. Biblical women and men whose ambition is Education (M.A.C.E.); studies, theological learning, ministry to please God through meaningful • the Master of Arts in Marital and preparation, and personal discipleship kingdom ministry (2 Corinthians 5:9). Family Therapy (M.A.M.F.T.); are all embraced by a commitment to Concentrated biblical and theological • the Master of Arts (Theological strategic contextualization for life in studies are combined with the study Studies) [M.A.(T.S.)]; and every society. A graduate of Bethel is of current social issues and intensive • the Master of Divinity (M.Div.). prepared to understand the many his- practical training to equip gradu- Degree concentrations include biblical torical traditions of applied and situ- ates for effective Christian servant studies, theological studies, pastoral ative faith and to incarnate the gospel leadership.­­­­ of Christ in any environment to which God may call him or her. Faculty The faculty at Bethel Seminary San Di- ego includes six full-time members and more than 30 faculty associates, five of whom also teach at the St. Paul cam- pus. The dean is also actively involved in the classroom. All of the faculty members are highly respected theolo- gians and scholars. Two of the full-time professors have actively served on the translation and editorial team for the New International Version Study Bible as well as sit on the board of the Interna- tional Bible Society. Others contribute regularly to scholarly journals and Christian magazines. Many are noted authors in their field. Bethel Seminary San Diego faculty associates are from Southern Califor- nia and surrounding areas. These are practitioners such as pastors, youth workers, licensed marriage and family therapists, licensed clinical psycholo- gists, and many other ministry leaders who bring knowledge and experience from a variety of ministries to ensure that our programs stay on the cutting edge and incorporate contemporary approaches to ministry.

65 care, missions, marital and family als. The collection includes Spanish country and around the world. A wide therapy, and Christian education. language publications, international diversity in age and ministry experi- resources, and the Turnbull Rare ence exists among the students. While Since many graduate students juggle Books Collection. some students enter seminary imme- career, ministry, family life, and stud- diately following college graduation, ies, classes at the San Diego campus San Diego Students others come to seminary in the midst are conveniently scheduled during of a career change, sensing God’s call to mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Currently, more than 200 women ministry later in life. Bethel Seminary and men study at the San Diego Bethel Seminary San Diego welcomes such differences ­campus. These students represent a and the enrichment they bring to the Library wide variety of vocational, cultural, community. and denominational backgrounds, The Bethel Seminary Library makes with undergraduate degrees from every effort to effectively provide colleges and universities across the services and resources for the entire Bethel community at the St. Paul, San Diego, and Seminary of the East campuses. It strives to offer relevant, integrated, and transformational resources. To that end, the library houses print and non-print materials as well as electronic resources; it now shares the entire online resources with the Bethel University Library. The collection mainly supports the programs offered by the seminary, thus striving to be an integral part of the educational process of the institu- tion. Due to the variety of delivery systems and campus locations, our us- ers are not confined to one place. The library serves the information needs of students and faculty throughout the United States and beyond. Addi- tional information can be obtained by visiting the library’s webpage at seminary.bethel.edu/library. Bethel Seminary San Diego Library is a member of CLIC (Cooperating Libraries in Consortium), MTLA (Minnesota Theological Library As- sociation), SCATLA (Southern Califor- nia Theological Library Association), and MINITEX Library Information Network. Reciprocal borrowing privi- leges among the previously mentioned institutions increase the resources available. As a member of OCLC (On- line Computer Library Center), the library also provides ready access to millions of materials throughout the United States and the world. The Price Memorial Library in San Diego consists of more than 82,000 books; about 1,200 periodical titles (200 ­currently received); more than 16,000 unique electronic journal titles; and 1,500 non-print materi-

66 San Diego Degree Programs

The Master of Arts in 3. Understand and function within Global and Contextual Studies. This Applied Ministry complex organizational systems. concentration focuses on preparing 4. Minister in different cultural set- individuals for ministry as either a The Master of Arts in Applied Ministry tings and in multiethnic contexts. vocational missionary or for non-tra- is intended for persons called to spe- 5. Engage confidently in academic and ditional missionary efforts such as the cialized vocational ministry areas such professional communication with non-resident missionary, “tent maker,” as the chaplaincy (both military and ci- others. and independent contractor. Students vilian), cross-cultural and intercultural 6. Reflect regularly on one’s own spiri- in the latter category may include ministries, specialized church-based tual and professional formation in recent retirees, international business ministries, social agencies, as well as order to facilitate ongoing growth. people, NGO employees, educators, spiritual formation and direction. The 7. Lead groups and work with or and medical personnel. program is based on a balance of aca- within a group toward defined out- Pastoral Care. This concentration demic study and practical application comes. enables students to prepare for the of the insights of scholarship from the 8. Demonstrate capacity for autono- counseling tasks common in ministry fields of biblical studies and Christian mous study and the use of resources settings as well as for preventive educa- theology. This curricular approach is for learning. tional efforts in the church. The curric- designed to: While the curriculum provides excel- ulum provides preparation in pastoral 1. Provide a biblical-theological frame- lent preparation for specialized min- care and counseling that would enable work for the practice of ministry in istry in the church, it is not designed those involved in local church as well general and an Applied Ministry in to provide an abbreviated period of as agency ministries to enhance health particular. graduate study leading to the pastor- and wholeness in the variety of organi- 2. Familiarize students with emerging ate. Those desiring to serve as senior zational and social contexts served by theoretical and research methodolo- pastors or in other senior leadership these ministries. gies in the field of Ministry Studies. positions are encouraged to enroll 3. Promote a culturally sensitive un- The seminary confers a Master of Arts in the seminary’s Master of Divinity derstanding and practice of minis- degree in Applied Ministry upon stu- degree program. t r y. dents who satisfactorily complete the 4. Promote awareness of and dialogue Students must declare a concentra- prescribed program-related require- with the current debates as well as tion in one of three areas: chaplaincy, ments. These include the completion ethical and theological issues rel- pastoral care, or global and contextual of course requirements with a mini- evant to ministry praxis. studies. Each of these concentrations mum of 96 credits, participation in the consists of a minimum of 20 credits assessment and evaluation program, The Master of Arts in Applied Min- and provides preparation for specific participation in the supervised min- istry seeks to graduate people who areas of applied ministry as explained istry program, the writing of a satis- have knowledge and experience of the below. factory personal statement of faith, Christian faith, who give evidence of achieving a grade point average of C emotional and spiritual maturity, who Chaplaincy. This program will en- (2.0) or above, financial clearance from relate to others with integrity, and who able chaplains (and those preparing the business office, and participation in possess applied skills for a specialized for chaplaincy) to train for ministry graduation ceremonies. Graduation is ministry area. Specifically it seeks to in such diverse chaplaincy contexts as not automatic when academic require- develop individuals who are able to: health care services, educational insti- ments have been met. Since the semi- 1. Synthesize information or ideas tutions, businesses and corporations, nary aims to graduate men and women from various disciplines and create correctional facilities, and the military. who qualify as Christian leaders, the appropriate ministry responses. In addition to theological and ethical faculty and administration will evalu- 2. Solve problems in ministry contexts training, the graduates of the program ate a student’s qualifications in terms with confidence and autonomy. will be knowledgeable of the ways in of spiritual, doctrinal, and profes- which pastoral care is put into practice sional standards as well as academic in non-church/parish settings. ­standards.

67 The Master of Arts in for evaluating objectives, programs, the prescribed course requirements and curriculum materials. Students’ with a minimum of 96 credits; par- Christian Education horizons of Christian service are ticipate in the supervised ministry The Master of Arts in Christian Edu- broadened through classroom experi- program; participate in the seminary’s cation is intended to prepare persons ences that present a broad spectrum assessment and evaluation program,

San Diego for Christian educational ministries of ministry practice intended to chal- including Profiles of Ministry; write in churches, on mission fields, and lenge personal attitudes and patterns a satisfactory personal statement of in denominational offices. The cur- of life. While the curriculum provides faith; achieve a grade point average riculum provides a full academic excellent preparation for educational of C (2.0) or above; receive financial experience in the field of Christian service in the church, it is not intend- clearance from the Business Office; and education, yet offers a flexibility that ed as an abbreviated period of gradu- participate in graduation ceremonies. permits some selection of courses ate study leading to the pastorate. A student may individualize his or her according to the need, experience, program by testing out of particular The seminary confers a Master of Arts and interest of the student. Biblical, competencies. in Christian Education degree upon historical, and theological studies students who satisfactorily complete help equip the Christian educator

68 The Master of Arts in during late afternoons, evenings, or California) licensing examination(s) is San Diego intensive formats. Contact the Office of typically required for actual licensure. Marital and Family Admissions for further information on A Master of Arts in Marriage and Therapy this year’s schedule. Family Therapy is offered in St. Paul. This program is designed from the Course work meets the academic re- Though it does not include all of the perspective of family systems for quirements for licensure as a marriage academic requirements for licensure in persons who would like to work with and family therapist in California as California, it does satisfy requirements couples and families as a licensed mar- well as in most other states. Following for licensure in Minnesota and some riage and family therapist in a variety graduation, additional supervised clin- other states. For further information, of settings, including private practice, ical practice and passing one or two (in see pages 32, 33, and 46. clinics, agencies, schools, medical set- tings, and churches as a marriage and family specialist. This degree program prepares students for doctoral studies in marriage and family if they wish to continue their education. All students admitted to the Marital and Family Therapy (MFT) master’s degree program must complete the as- sessment process required of all semi- nary students during their first year of study. During the last year of the program, students will write a major integrative project, the Senior MFT Paper (senior statement of faith), which must be accepted in order to graduate. In addition to maintaining a cumula- tive grade point average of 2.0 or higher (C average), M.A.M.F.T. students are required to hold a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher (B aver- age) in their required marriage and family courses to graduate with the M.A.M.F.T. degree. Because they are working, many part- time students study at their own pace. However, full-time students complete the degree program in three years. Af- ter successful completion of the practi- cum entrance process, a 500-hour, 12-month practicum is completed during the last program year. All students admitted to the MFT pro- gram for the fall 2007 quarter and after are required to complete a minimum of 15 hours of individual psychotherapy provided by a licensed MFT, LCSW, or psychologist of their own choosing. Each student will work out, and be fully responsible for, the financial ar- rangements with their therapist. For the convenience of students who are working, all courses are offered

69 The Master of Arts (Theological Studies) The Master of Arts (Theological Stud- ies) is intended for persons who seek San Diego San Diego to integrate their faith and learning as committed and informed Christians and relate their theological studies to their vocations and interests. This degree is especially appropriate for: 1. persons preparing for service in world missions when their main focus is in an area such as medicine, education, agriculture, or mechan- ics; 2. persons planning to teach ­­religion in an academic or other graduate setting; 3. persons choosing to serve in para- church organizations and Christian social agencies; 4. laypersons who desire to equip themselves for more effective wit- ness in and through their local churches; and 5. persons pursuing further graduate work. A student must declare a concentration in one of three areas: biblical stud- ies, historical studies, or theological studies. The professional supervised ministry program, except for SP504 Disciplines of Spiritual and Personal Formation, is not required, and thus the seminary does not assume respon- sibility for placement assistance upon completion of this degree. The degree will be awarded upon the completion of 24 courses; participation in the first- year self-assessment and evaluation program; the writing of a satisfactory personal statement of faith; achieving a grade point average of C (2.0) or above; financial clearance from the Business Office; and participation in graduation ceremonies. Admission requirements are the same as for the other degree programs.

70 The Master of Divinity The seminary confers a Master of met by all candidates for a degree. San Diego Divinity degree upon students who Failure to meet the deadlines indicated This program is designed to provide complete the prescribed sequence in the calendar will incur forfeiture of a balanced background of studies of courses and senior requirements. candidacy for a year. Candidates must: with the courses taken from each of However, graduation is not automatic 1. participate in a spiritual formation the departments of study. The aim of when academic requirements have program; the program is to guide students in a been met. Since the seminary aims to 2. complete supervised ministry process of growth through cognitive graduate men and women who qualify requirements, including the three- studies, skill courses and experiences, as Christian leaders, the faculty and year assessment and evaluation pro- self-assessment measures, counseling, administration will evaluate a student’s gram and the Profiles of ­Ministry; and community life that leads to self- qualifications in terms of spiritual, 3. write a personal statement of faith understanding and spiritual maturity. doctrinal, and professional standards acceptable to the faculty; Such preparation should also develop as well as academic standards. 4. present a clearance of financial ac- an attitude that learning and growth counts; and For graduation with a Master of Divin- are a lifelong process. 5. participate in graduation ceremo- ity degree, a student must complete a nies unless approval has been given The Master of Divinity degree is minimum of 144 credits and maintain by the Academic Programs Assess- designed to prepare persons for at least a C (2.0) average. In addition, ment and Accreditation Committee ­professional ministry in the church the following requirements must be (e.g., pastor, missionary, chaplain, to graduate in absentia. denominational minister, parachurch leader). It seeks to graduate people who have knowledge and experience of the Christian faith, who give evidence of emotional and spiritual maturity, who relate to others with integrity, who possess skills for ministry, and who meet the educational requirements for ordination. Specifcally, it seeks to develop leaders who: 1. understand the contents of the Old and New Testaments, and have the ability to interpret the Scriptures using appropriate methods; 2. have knowledge of the history and theology of the church; 3. are able to formulate their own theological positions with aware- ness of past and present alterna- tives; 4. are committed to the evangelism and discipleship of all peoples within their own cultural contexts; 5. are sensitive to ethical problems and oppose social injustice; 6. understand and are skilled in preaching, evangelism, teaching, and counseling; 7. are able to develop, administer, and evaluate programs and ministries; 8. model the practice of prayer, wor- ship, a servant attitude, and per- sonal discipleship; and 9. are able to function as lifelong learners.

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The Master of Divinity Chaplaincy. This program will en- Pastoral Care. This concentration able chaplains (and those preparing enables students to prepare for the with an Applied counseling tasks common in ministry ­Ministry Concentration for chaplaincy) to train for ministry in such diverse chaplaincy contexts settings as well as for preventive educa- This program is designed to prepare as health care services, educational tional efforts in the church. The curric- church or agency leaders who will institutions, businesses and corpora- ulum provides preparation in pastoral be applying their gifts in one of the tions, correctional facilities, and the care and counseling that would enable specialized ministry fields defined military. In addition to theological and those involved in local church as well below. The concentrations will each ethical training, the graduates of the as agency ministries to enhance health include a foundations course and a program will be knowledgeable of the and wholeness in the variety of orga- communications course relevant to the ways in which pastoral care is put into nizational and social contexts served specific ministry area. The remainder practice in non-church/parish settings. by these ministries. Concentration of the concentration consists of three Concentration courses include PC729; courses include PC500; PC746; PC713; prescribed courses designed to prepare PC703; PC745; PC720; and PC721. PC721; and one additional PC elective students to effectively minister in a of choice. Global and Contextual Studies. This particular ministry vocation. In addi- concentration focuses on preparing tion to the five prescribed concentra- individuals for ministry as either a tion courses listed for each area, all vocational missionary or for non- students with one of the applied min- traditional missionary efforts such istry concentrations are encouraged to as the non-resident missionary, “tent take TL/ML726 Theology of Ministry. maker,” and independent contractor. The specific concentration completed A thorough biblical and theological will be noted on the student’s tran- foundation with emphasis on cross- script. cultural studies is provided. Concen- tration courses include GC610; GC713; GC703; GC661; and one additional GC elective of choice.

72 The Master of Divinity Master of Divinity Supervised Ministry San Diego with a Concentration Language Tracks All Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Preaching the biblical gospel is cen- in Christian Education, and Master of Studies tral to Christian ministry. Therefore, Applied Ministry students are required to participate in a two-course super- Designed to prepare persons who wish Bethel’s faculty believes M.Div. stu- vised ministry sequence throughout to provide pastoral leadership, this dents should learn the biblical languag- their degree programs. concentration prepares students to es. All M.Div. students are required to take a biblical language track. Students understand family systems; to teach, TL551 Field Education Practicum: who pursue a concentration in one of to preach, to administer programs in This course begins in the winter the classical areas (biblical studies, ways that are sensitive to family issues; or summer quarter and continues historical studies, New Testament, Old and to understand systemic dynamics throughout the academic year, or can Testament, theological studies) or a of congregational life. be done during the summer months in classical generalist program must take full-time ministry situations. Follow- the Greek/Hebrew track. To earn a concentration in marital ing orientation classes at the beginning and family therapy, a student needs 28 Students in classical disciplines or of the winter or summer quarter, the credit hours of MFT courses. These other students desiring proficiency in student engages in supervised ministry specific requirements are: MF504 The- both biblical languages will choose in a local setting. Emphasis is placed ories of Marital and Family Therapy I; the Greek and Hebrew language track. upon the development of practical MF505 Theories of Marital and Family This track requires three quarters ministry skills, the integration of bibli- Therapy II; MF506 Individual Devel- each of Hebrew and Greek, including cal and theological studies with actual opment and the Family Life Cycle; OT521, OT522, OT531, NT521, NT522, ministry, and the importance of theo- MF557 Families in Context: Gender, and NT531. The fourth quarters of He- logical reflection in this process. Class, and Culture; MF565 Dynamics brew and Greek (OT640; NT641) may of Family Process; MF608 Sexuality TL552A, B, C Professional Internship: be taken as biblical studies electives. and Intimacy in Couples and Families; The professional internship course MF718 Child Abuse Assessment and The Greek language track and the begins in the fall or spring quarter, and Intervention; MF719 Substance Abuse Hebrew language track are offered for runs concurrently with the academic Assessment and Intervention; MF720 students pursuing a concentration in year. The student engages in ministry Domestic Violence Assessment and one of the applied areas, for whom one in an area related to his or her intended Intervention; MF726 Aging and Long or the other languages is preferred. field of service. Term Care; and one 2-credit MFT elec- In the Greek language track, students Students pursuing the chaplaincy, tive. take four quarters of Greek, including global and contextual studies, or pas- Students must understand that this NT521, NT522, NT531, and NT641. toral care concentration should enroll concentration does not prepare them Exegetical methods of study will be in the appropriate professional intern- for becoming a professional therapist, covered in these language courses. ship course. These are PC705, GC671, nor does it train them in pastoral Students who have taken undergraduate or PC704. All others should enroll in counseling. Rather, it equips pastoral Greek may achieve advanced standing TL552. leaders with systemic understanding by passing the Greek qualifying exam. PC705 Clinical Pastoral Education of family and congregational dynamics. Those who pass this exam are not (chaplaincy) required to take NT521 and NT522, but must replace these courses with biblical GC671 Cross-Cultural Experience studies electives. (global and contextual studies) In the Hebrew language track, students PC704 Supervised Counseling Practi- take four quarters of Hebrew, including cum (pastoral care) OT521, OT522, OT531, and OT640. Students pursuing the chaplaincy, Exegetical methods of study will be global and contextual studies, or pasto- covered in these language courses. ral care concentration should enroll in the appropriate professional internship course.

73 Requirements by Degree Program

San Diego Master of Arts in Applied Ministry BI501 Hermeneutics ...... 4 Students are expected to complete PC501, TL726, and each One of the following two: concentration’s foundation course before enrolling in other HS650 Christian Lives in History (PC/Chaplaincy)...... 4 concentration courses. HS708 History of World Missions (GC Studies)…...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 SP501 Disciplines of Spiritual and Pers. Formation...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth...... 4 TL551 Field Education Practicum...... 0 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 Professional Internship...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 PC705 Clinical Pastoral Education (Chaplaincy) PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 GC671 Cross-Cultural Experience (Global and TL510 Celebrating Diversity and Embracing Unity...... 4 Contextual Studies) TL726 Theology of Ministry...... 4 PC704 Supervised Counseling Practicum (Pastoral TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 Care) TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 Assessment and Evaluation program...... 0 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 Statement of Faith...... 0 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 Comprehensive Integrative Project…………...... 4

Concentration Courses and Electives A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation from an M.A. program. Concentration electives must be Chaplaincy taken at the advanced (600+) level. The student is respon- PC729 Chaplaincy in Contemporary Society...... 4 sible to meet all graduation deadlines and requirements. The PC703 Christian Use of Counseling Theory...... 4 associate registrar will be happy to answer questions and PC720 Cross-Cultural Counseling...... 4 offer guidance. PC721 Crisis Intervention...... 4 PC745 Family Systems...... 4 Two free electives...... 8 Global and Contextual Studies GC501 Intro to Global and Contextual Ministry...... 4 GC610 Cross-Cultural Communication...... 4 GC661 Facilitating Community Development...... 4 GC703 Religion in Anthropological Perspective...... 4 GC713 Linguistic Theory and Practice; Language Learning...... 4 Two free electives...... 8 Pastoral Care PC500 Principles of Counseling...... 4 PC746 Small Groups in the Church...... 4 PC713 Pastoral Care of Children and Families...... 4 PC721 Crisis Intervention...... 4 An additional PC elective...... 4 Two free electives...... 8

74 Requirements by Degree Program San Diego

Master of Arts in Master of Arts in Marital and Requirements by Degree Program Christian Education Family Therapy BI501 Hermeneutics...... 4 Prerequisite for those without an undergraduate/graduate CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 introductory course in counseling/psychotherapy theory HS501 or HS502 Early Church to Reformation or and techniques; credits do not apply toward the M.A.M.F.T.: Church in the Modern World...... 4 PC500 Principles of Counseling GC502 Intro to Global and Contextual Ministry...... 2 BI501 Hermeneutics...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 HS650 Christian Lives in History...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth...... 4 Any two of the following three: OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 TL510 Celebrating Diversity and Embracing Unity...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS755 Theology and M.F.T. Theory...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 Concentration Courses MF565 Dynamics of Family Process...... 2 Concentration Courses and Electives MF557 Families in Context: Gender, Class, DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 and Culture...... 4 ML/DC513 Transformational Leadership...... 4 MF506 Individual Development and Family ML/DC705 Personal and Ministry Development ...... 4 Life Cycle...... 4 2 DC Electives...... 8 MF606 Psychopharmacology and M.F.T...... 3 2 DC Age-group Electives...... 8 MF564 Individual and Family Psychopathology...... 4 MF608 Sexuality and Intimacy in Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements Couples and Families...... 2 SP504 Disciplines of Spiritual and Pers. Formation...... 2 MF559 Psychological Assessment in M.F.T...... 4 TL551 Field Education Practicum...... 0 MF560 Professional and Ethical Issues in M.F.T...... 4 MF655 Research Design and Evaluation in M.F.T...... 4 TL552 Professional Internship...... 4 MF504 Theories of Marital and Family Therapy I...... 4 Profiles of Ministry...... 0 MF504L Theories of M.F.T. Lab I...... 1 Senior Statement of Faith...... 0 MF505 Theories of Marital and Family Therapy II...... 4 MF505L Theories of M.F.T. Lab II...... 1 A minimum of eight courses in DC is required for the degree, MF718 Child Abuse Assessment and Intervention...... 1 including the professional internship. Students must select DC MF719 Substance Abuse Assessment and electives from at least two of the four age groups. Intervention...... 2 MF720 Domestic Violence Assessment and Intervention...... 2 MF726 Aging and Long Term Care: M.F.T. Perspectives...... 1 Clinical Experience Practicum Readiness Process (See practicum coordinator) MF705 Supervised Clinical Experience I...... 3 MF706 Supervised Clinical Experience II...... 2 MF707 Supervised Clinical Experience III...... 2 MF708 Supervised Clinical Experience IV...... 2 Other Requirements Assessments Senior M.F.T. Paper 15 hours of individual psychotherapy A minimum of 96 credits is required for graduation. The student is responsible to meet all graduation deadlines and require- ments. The associate registrar and M.F.T. administrative assis- tant will be happy to answer questions and offer guidance. 75 Requirements by Degree Program

Master of Divinity­— Master of Arts Greek/Hebrew Track (Theological Studies) BI501 Hermeneutics ...... 4 San Diego BI501 Hermeneutics...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 CP551A Preaching Practicum A...... 2 GC502 Introduction to World Missions...... 2 CP551B Preaching Practicum B...... 2 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 GC501 Introduction to World Missions...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth...... 4 ML504 Worship...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 ML510 Ministry Practice and Polity...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership...... 4 TL510 Celebrating Diversity and Embracing Unity...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters ...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 NT521 Elementary Greek I...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 NT522 Elementary Greek II...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 NT531 Intermediate Greek...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth...... 4 Concentration Courses and Electives OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 5 Concentration Electives...... 20 OT521 Hebrew Language I...... 4 3 Free Electives...... 12 OT522 Hebrew Language II...... 4 OT531 Intermediate Hebrew...... 4 Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 SP504 Disciplines of Spiritual and Pers. Formation...... 2 TL510 Celebrating Diversity and Embracing Unity...... 4 Junior Assessments...... 0 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 Senior Statement of Faith ...... 0 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 Concentrations Available TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 Biblical Studies Historical Studies Concentration Courses and Electives ...... 28 ­Theological Studies Supervised Ministry and Spiritual Formation A minimum of 96 quarter credits is required for graduation SP501 Disciplines of Spiritual and Pers. Formation...... 4 from an M.A. program. Concentration electives must be taken at TL551 Field Education Practicum...... 0 the advanced (600+) level, with the exception of NT503, which TL552A, B, C may count as a biblical studies elective. The student is respon- Professional Internship...... 4 sible to meet all graduation deadlines and requirements. The associate registrar will be happy to answer questions and offer Other Requirements guidance. Junior, Middler, Senior Assessments Profiles of Ministry Senior Statement of Faith

A fourth quarter of Hebrew (OT640) and/or a fourth quarter of Greek (NT641) may be taken as electives.

76 Requirements by Degree Program San Diego

Master of Divinity— Master of Divinity— Greek Track Hebrew Track BI501 Hermeneutics ...... 4 BI501 Hermeneutics...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 CP501 Introduction to Preaching...... 4 CP551A Preaching Practicum A...... 2 CP551A Preaching Practicum A...... 2 CP551B Preaching Practicum B...... 2 CP551B Preaching Practicum B...... 2 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 DC501 Discipleship in Community...... 4 GC501 Introduction to World Missions...... 4 GC501 Introduction to World Missions...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 GC505 Evangelism for Discipleship...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 HS501 Early Church to Reformation...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 HS502 Church in the Modern World...... 4 ML504 Worship...... 4 ML504 Worship...... 4 ML510 Ministry Practice and Polity...... 4 ML510 Ministry Practice and Polity...... 4 ML513 Leadership in Ministry...... 4 ML513 Leadership in Ministry...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT501 The Gospels...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters ...... 4 NT502 Acts and Pauline Letters...... 4 NT503 Hebrews through Revelation...... 4 NT503 Hebrews through Revelation...... 4 NT521 Elementary Greek I...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth...... 4 NT522 Elementary Greek II...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 NT531 Intermediate Greek...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 NT641 Greek Exegesis...... 4 OT521 Hebrew Language I...... 4 OT501 Genesis - Ruth...... 4 OT522 Hebrew Language II...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT531 Intermediate Hebrew...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 OT640 Hebrew Bible Readings...... 4 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 TL510 Celebrating Diversity and Embracing Unity...... 4 TL510 Celebrating Diversity and Embracing Unity...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS501 Systematic Theology I...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS502 Systematic Theology II...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS503 Systematic Theology III...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4

Concentration Courses and Electives ...... 28 Concentration Courses and Electives ...... 28

Supervised Ministry and Spiritual Formation Supervised Ministry and Spiritual Formation SP501 Disciplines of Spiritual and Pers. Formation...... 4 SP501 Disciplines of Spiritual and Pers. Formation...... 4 TL551 Field Education Practicum...... 0 TL551 Field Education Practicum...... 0 TL552A, B, C TL552A, B, C Professional Internship...... 4 Professional Internship...... 4

Other Requirements Other Requirements Junior, Middler, Senior Assessments Junior, Middler, Senior Assessments Profiles of Ministry Profiles of Ministry Senior Statement of Faith Senior Statement of Faith

A minimum of 144 quarter credits is required for graduation in the M.Div. program. Concentration courses must be taken at the advanced level, with the exception of pastoral care and M.F.T. courses. The student is responsible to meet all graduation dead- lines and requirements. The associate registrar will be happy to answer questions and offer guidance.

77 Student Services and Resources Appeal Process position involves several variables, such related events, programs, and opportu- San Diego Students with concerns in any area of as the needs of the specifc church or nities to students, alumni, parents, and due process related to student life may agency, the availability of the ­graduate, friends of Bethel University and Bethel appeal to the student affairs committee. and his or her competency for ministry. Seminary San Diego. Students are encouraged to establish a The committee will be appointed by the The Student Handbook, which is up- denominational relationship early in faculty for students who feel that indi- dated annually, contains all information their seminary experience to prepare vidual circumstances warrant excep- pertaining to academia and student life for placement and ordination, if that is tions from published policy. The and is issued to all incoming students. student affairs committee will include their goal. Representatives from several one faculty member, one member of the denominations and mission agencies Student Senate regularly visit the campus to meet with administration, and one student repre- The seminary Student Senate is active students. sentative. Further appeals beyond this on the San Diego campus, contributing committee will be directed to the full Students should use their required in numerous ways to enhance the edu- faculty. Written requests should be sub- supervised ministry experiences as op- cational experience of each student as mitted to the associate registrar’s office. portunities to build a résumé of experi- well as ministering to the entire semi- ences that will lead naturally toward nary community. Specifically, the senate Bookstore their ministry goals. Service within exists to promote and serve student Bethel Seminary San Diego operates the chosen denominational setting, interests, to lead and guide in student a bookstore that enables students to contacts with established pastors, and desired initiatives, and to establish and purchase all required textbooks at the attendance at denominational confer- sustain the welfare of the student body. lowest possible cost. ences and ministerial meetings build a Additionally, the senate is in charge network of relationships that facilitate of facilitating worship opportunities, Computer Access placement. programming periodic seminars and Bethel Seminary San Diego’s library has Students are expected to take the other student activities, enhancing in- IBM-compatible computers connected initiative in seeking placement upon ternal communication, and serving as to a main laser printer that students graduation since most ministry place- liaisons between the student body and may use. There are also typewriters ment is done through established faculty and administration. Senators available for student use. national and district offices. The Office are elected to a one-year term at the Employment of Supervised Ministry is available for beginning of the school year in the fall. placement counseling, to help students All students are eligible to serve. Most students find it a financial communicate with their officials, and necessity to work part time while in to make students aware of placement seminary. Many students are involved Disability Services opportunities. Those who feel called to Bethel Seminary provides services and in paid positions within local churches overseas ministry are urged to main- reasonable accommodations for stu- in the San Diego area. Various business- tain contact with appropriate mis- dents with documented disabilities. es have regular contact with Bethel in sion agencies beginning early in their Examples include sensory, physical, order to provide part-time employment ­seminary careers. systemic, learning, and psychiatric opportunities for students. disabilities. Students enrolled in Bethel Health Insurance Publications courses should contact the instructor Heart & Mind magazine, published as soon as possible if disability-related Students are required to participate in three times a year, is distributed to accommodations are needed. Accom- a hospital insurance plan. This may be prospective and current students and modations for students with docu- done by purchasing a policy from an alumni. Its purpose is to highlight mented disabilities are set up through insurance company of the student’s own how God is working in the seminary the Office of Student Life. For further choosing or by participating in a plan community as well as to provide information about these services or where the student or spouse is employed. stimulating articles by faculty and other to request accommodation, contact Placement contemporary theologians. ­Pamela Powell, director of Student Life, at 619.582.8188, ext. 223. The seminary seeks to prepare gradu- The SW Friends newsletter is a peri- ates who qualify for ordination or for odic publication of interest to a wide- M.F.T. licensure in California, but the ranging constituency in the southwest successful placing of a graduate in a U.S., primarily highlighting San Diego-

78 Seminary of the East CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

Bottom three photos © 2000 PhotoDisk, Inc. Bethel Seminary of History of Bethel its emphasis on equipping Christian leaders in the areas of “thinking, be- the East Teaching Seminary of the East ing, and doing” for the challenges of Centers In the 1960s, Conservative Baptists ministry in the Northeastern United began to dream of a seminary in the States. In June 2000, Seminary of the Philadelphia Center Northeast Corridor of the United East was approved by the Association Chelten Baptist Church States. On October 3, 1979, a feasibil- of Theological Schools to operate as an 1601 North Limekiln Pike ity committee was formed to study the extension of Bethel Seminary’s accred- Dresher, PA 19025 needs and desires of corridor church- ited programs, and in June 2002 Bethel 215.659.1000 es. On March 23, 1982, at Nanuet, N.Y., Seminary of the East became a fully 215.641.4801 (fax) the committee presented its analysis to merged partner with Bethel College &

Seminary of the East Tyrone Perkins, Director messengers from 44 of those churches. Seminary, now Bethel University. [email protected] In the fall of 1983, a constitution and bylaws were accepted and Seminary of Distinctive New England Center the East was inaugurated as a graduate Characteristics school of ministry preparation. Faith Baptist Church Bethel Seminary of the East’s programs 22 Faith Avenue The vision included a church-based are characterized by: Auburn, MA 01501-1806 discipleship model of training that 508.227.7422 1. Academic rigor and excellence: would have flexibility and sensitivity Qualified faculty with earned doc- 508.839.5657 (fax) to issues of contextualization. It would 508.839.0574 torates and with pastoral or mis- also concern itself with developing a sions experience teach courses at Noel Sherry, Director student’s intellect, character, and skills. [email protected] the graduate level. Full-time faculty The need for renewal and evangelism in teach in all centers to ensure aca- the dense population of the Northeast New York Center demic quality and to interact with helped to fuel the vision. students. First Baptist Church of Flushing 142-10 Sanford Avenue Seminary of the East opened its first 2. Adult education model: Educational Flushing, NY 11355 teaching center in 1985 in Dresher, Pa., programs follow adult learning 718.539.6822, ext. 218 using the facilities of Chelten Baptist principles and practices. Education 718.939.9136 (fax) Church. The second teaching center centered on the learner, rather than the teacher, enables students to as- Michael Herbert, Director opened in the second largest city in sume responsibility for ad­vancing Iris Holder, Henry Kwan, Director Team New England—Worcester, Mass.— their own education. Student-faculty [email protected] in 1987. In 1990, a third teaching center opened in New York City. In interaction is frequent and collegial. Metropolitan April of 1996, as an extension of the 3. Accessible and flexible schedul- Washington, D.C. Center ­Philadelphia Center, classes were held ing: Classes typically are held on for the first time in Baltimore, Md. Most weekday afternoons and evenings to First Baptist Church of Glenarden recently, the Metropolitan Washington, accommodate working professionals 3600 Brightseat Road D.C. Center opened in Landover, Md., and persons in vocational ministry. Landover, MD 20785-2414 in the fall of 2003. Since the initial class Some Saturday classes are also of- 301.386.9415 of 10 men and one woman began in the fered. Each quarter is 11 weeks long. 301.386.6270 (fax) fall of 1985, 198 students have gradu- 301.386.6275 ated and are serving churches, para- 4. Ministry involvement: Students are Esther Gordon, Director church agencies, and various mission actively involved in church or para- [email protected] organizations. church ministry throughout their graduate study program. Students Bethel Seminary of the East To enhance its ability to provide quality choose ministries and churches to Administrative Offices theological education to the evangelical suit their ethnic, linguistic, ecclesias- 2325 Maryland Road, Suite 225 churches of the Northeast, Seminary tical, and demographic preferences. Willow Grove, PA 19090 of the East entered into a management 5. Mentoring: Local ministry mentors 215.659.1000 agreement in 1995 with Bethel College provide knowledge, experience, and 888.The.East (toll-free) & Seminary in St. Paul, Minn., a Baptist encouragement to the students in 215.659.1066 (fax) General Conference institution with their ministry contexts and guided similar doctrinal commitments, values, learning experience components. and vision. This agreement encour- Mentors are trained by the seminary aged Seminary of the East to continue

80 and work in partnership with the First-, second-, and third-year stu- The Teaching Centers Seminary of the East faculty and each student, thereby dents participate in spiritual forma- enriching the entire learning com- tion with their peers and a designat- Bethel Seminary of the East offers munity. ed faculty member, and meet in the classes at four locations in the North- context of a discipleship group each eastern United States: Dresher, Pa.; Mentors participate in a Commu- week. (M.A. students participate Auburn, Mass.; Flushing, N.Y.; and nity Day of Learning scheduled for in first- and second-year spiritual Landover, Md. In each area, classes are the opening day of each quarter. By formation.) The discipleship groups held at churches. These multiple loca- attending the courses their students play a significant, supportive role in tions are intended to make seminary will be taking, mentors are bet- the spiritual development of each education accessible to students and ter able to provide guidance and student. At this time, students and enable them to remain in their local feedback throughout the quarter faculty members meet to discuss is- churches and communities. The use of on guided learning experiences and sues of mutual concern in Christian existing church facilities also enables other issues. living, to pray for one another, and the seminary to invest its resources in 6. Guided learning experiences: To to practice theological reflection. the development of people rather than maximize their spiritual formation in buildings. Bethel Seminary of the 8. Community life: Students live in and ministry skills development, East is grateful to these churches for close proximity to the churches and students participate in customized the use of their facilities. ministries in which they are in- learning venues called guided learn- volved, rather than close to the semi- ing experiences. Students work in Visiting the Centers nary. Classes are typically held one conjunction with the course profes- to two days a week, and as a result of The seminary welcomes inquiries by sor and local ministry mentors, and these days of concentrated commu- mail, phone, email, or personal visit. earn academic credit for their work. nity, students find that their semi- Interested students are encouraged to 7. Spiritual formation: The seminary nary friendships are as close as any attend the Community Day of Learn- is vitally concerned with students’ they have experienced in previous ing or to arrange a visit at the center character development and spiritual educational environments. The adult they wish to attend. Seminary faculty, formation. The curriculum promotes education format, which depends on staff, and students are available to the acquisition of godly attitudes, students responsibly participating in discuss how the seminary may be able spiritual disciplines, and character a learning community, supports an to meet a prospective student’s leader- traits commensurate with Christian atmosphere of collegiality. ship development needs. Contact the leadership ideals. Consistent men- seminary at [email protected] or 888. toring sessions between students and The.East (888.843.3278). mentors are a vital part of this aspect of the seminary’s theological educa- Each center hosts the Community Day tion. of Learning for students, their mentors, and prospective students on the first day of class each quarter. The Com- munity Day of Learning is designed to acquaint prospective students with the programs offered by Bethel Seminary of the East, to provide an opportunity to meet professors and students, and to attend classes.

Prospective students are also welcome to visit a center on any class day. Con- tact the appropriate center office to arrange your visit. The director will be glad to meet with interested persons to answer questions and provide orienta- tion. Prospective students are invited to dine with students or faculty and share in an informal time of getting acquainted, as well as to share in the more formal interaction of classes.

81 PHILADELPHIA CENTER NEW ENGLAND CENTER and take the exit for the Whitestone Bridge ($3.50 toll). As you leave the The Philadelphia Center is located in The New England Center is conve- bridge, stay to the right. Continue 1.5 the northern Philadelphia suburb of niently located in Auburn, Mass., miles and take the Linden Place exit Dresher on the campus of the Chelten at Faith Baptist Church. Classes are (near the New York Times building). Baptist Church on North Limekiln held primarily on Thursdays; some Do not turn onto Linden Place, but Pike (Route 152). Classes are held Saturday classes are also offered. continue straight ahead on the ser- primarily on Tuesdays; some Saturday vice road to the end. Turn left onto classes are also offered. Directions to the College Point Boulevard. Go about New England Center 3/4 mile and turn left onto Sanford Directions to the From East or West on MASS Pike Avenue. (Candlewood Inn is on the Philadelphia Center

Seminary of the East (I-90): Take Exit 10 (Auburn, Worces- corner.) Go four blocks to Union From PA Turnpike, Exit 339 Fort ter). After going through the toll Street. First Baptist Church is on the Washington: The exit ramp ends at booth, take the exit ramp to the right right. Entrances to the church park- Pennsylvania Avenue. Turn right onto (Route 12 South, Charlton). Turn left ing lot are on Sanford Avenue and on Commerce Drive. Continue straight at the light onto Faith Avenue. The Union Street. past one stop sign and one traffic light. church is .2 miles on the right. From Long Island: Take the Long (Street name changes to Pinetown From Connecticut on I-395: Take Island Expressway and get off at exit Road, then to Broad Street.) You will Exit 6B (Route 20 West, Charlton). 24 (Kissena Boulevard exit). Turn come to a “T” in the road. Turn right Do NOT take exit 6A, 20 East, Au- right onto Kissena Boulevard and go onto Limekiln Pike. After approximate- burn. Follow 20 West over the inter- about 3/4 mile. Turn right onto San- ly one mile, turn right into the parking state. Take the first right onto Faith ford Avenue. Go one block to Union lot of Chelten Baptist Church. Avenue. Faith Baptist Church is about Street. First Baptist Church is on the From PA Turnpike, Exit 343 Willow .4 miles on the left. right. Entrances to the church park- Grove: Follow Route 611 north. Turn ing lot are on Sanford Avenue and on From West on Routes 12 or 20: left onto Blair Mill Road (PBC/Penn. Union Street. Follow Route 12 or 20 to where they Business Campus on far left corner). merge. When they divide again at the From Manhattan: Take the Queens Continue the entire length of Blair Mill light, follow Route 12 East. Travel Midtown Tunnel ($3.50 toll). After to Route 63 (Welsh Road). Turn right approximately .7 miles to Friendly’s you leave the tunnel, you will be go- onto Welsh (Allegro Company on left Restaurant on the right. Faith Avenue ing east on the Long Island Express- side). At the first traffic light, turn left is the next right after Friendly’s. The way. Go 7.5 miles and get off at exit onto Dreshertown Road. At the first church is .1 miles on the right. 24 (Kissena Boulevard exit). Turn left traffic light, turn right onto Limekiln onto Kissena Boulevard and go about Pike. After approximately one-half From the North: Take I-290 South to 3/4 mile. Turn right onto Sanford Av- mile, turn left into the parking lot of Exit 6B (Route 20 West, Charlton). enue. Go one block to Union Street. Chelten Baptist Church. Exit onto Route 20 and take an im- First Baptist Church is on the right. mediate right onto Faith Avenue. The From Philadelphia: Take 309 north. Entrances to the church parking lot church is .4 miles on the left. Exit at Fort Washington (immediately are on Sanford Avenue and on Union Street. after the PA Turnpike Fort Washing- NEW YORK CENTER ton exit). Follow directions from Fort By Subway: Take the #7 to Main Washington (above). The New York Center is located at Street, Flushing (the last stop). Walk First Baptist Church in Flushing, N.Y. From the North: Take 309 south to south on Main Street and bear left Classes are held on Mondays and Butler Pike exit and turn left. Turn onto Kissena Boulevard. Walk two Saturdays. right onto Meetinghouse Road (large blocks and then turn left onto San- sign for Temple University, Ambler ford Avenue and walk one block to Directions to the Union Street. The church will be on campus). Follow road’s entire length. New York Center Turn right onto Limekiln Pike. After the right. ­approximately one-half mile turn left From New Jersey and Pennsylva- into the parking lot of Chelten Baptist nia: Take the George Washington Church. Bridge ($4 toll). After you cross the bridge you will be on the Cross Bronx Expressway (I-95). Extra time may be needed since traffic is often slow on the Cross Bronx, even on weekends. ­Continue straight ahead about five miles on the Cross Bronx

82 Metropolitan Seminary of the East Washington, D.C. Center Degree Programs The Metropolitan Washington, D.C. The Curriculum may be substituted. Students taking Center is located at First Baptist more than six years to complete their Church of Glenarden, 3600 Brightseat Bethel Seminary of the East offers studies must meet the requirements for Road, Landover, Md. Classes are held courses leading to the Master of Divin- graduation as published in the catalog on Thursdays and Fridays. ity degree, the Master of Arts (Theo- in effect no more than four years prior logical Studies), and the Certificate in to the date of their graduation. Directions to the Theological Studies. These programs Metropolitan Washington, D.C. provide preparation for Christian ser- Master of Divinity Center vice in the United States and overseas. BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 The curriculum is designed to help CP511 Homiletics I...... 4 From North/South: Take I-495/95 students become better trained in the Capital Beltway to Exit 17B, Landover. CP561 Homiletics II...... 4 areas of “thinking, being, and doing” DC501 Discipleship in (Landover Mall will be on your right.) in Christian theology and ministry. Bear right at the first stop light on Community...... 4 Brightseat Road. (Landover Mall will The Master of Divinity GC501 Introduction still be on your right.) Proceed through to Global Ministry...... 4 three traffic lights. The church will be Program GC515 Evangelism and on the left approximately one-half mile The purpose of the Master of Divinity Church Growth...... 4 past the third traffic light. program is to prepare men and women HS501 Early Church to for Christian ministries, including the Reformation...... 4 From Washington, D.C.: Take Route pastorate, youth ministries, missions, HS502 The Church in the 50 East (John Hanson Highway) to and other ministries within a church Modern World...... 4 Route 410 (East West Highway). Fol- or parachurch context. The seminary HS620 American Christianity...... 4 low the exit to the right; bear right at offers the Master of Divinity degree ML513 Transformational the end of the exit. Proceed to the traf- upon satisfactory completion of the Leadership...... 4 fic light, which will be Pennsy Drive; degree requirements as published in NT521 Elementary Greek I...... 4 make a left. At the next traffic light the catalog in effect at the time of the NT522 Elementary Greek II...... 4 make a right onto Ardwick Ardmore student’s enrollment. The completion NT531 Intermediate Greek Road (Crestar Bank will be on your of 144 quarter hours is required for Grammar...... 4 right). Go through three traffic lights the granting of the Master of Divinity NT511 The Gospels...... 4 and turn right at the next corner onto degree. NT512 Emergence of the Brightseat Road. Go approximately Christian Community...... 4 200 yards to the church on your right. Subsequent changes in graduation re- OT521 Hebrew Language I...... 4 quirements as published in the catalog OT522 Hebrew Language II...... 4 or as amended by the seminary faculty OT501 Genesis - Ruth...... 4 OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 PC501 Introduction to Pastoral Care...... 4 SP511 Spiritual Formation I...... 4 SP551 Spiritual Formation II ...... 4 SP651 Spiritual Formation III ...... 4 TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 TS507 Foundations of the Gospel...... 4 TS508 Christ...... 4 TS509 Holy Spirit and Salvation...... 4 TS510 Church and Future...... 4 TS791 Senior Seminar ...... 0 Concentration Courses and Electives...... 24 (must include at least one course in spiritual formation)

83 Guided Learning Experiences degree is intended to prepare: Concentration in Leadership Ef- 1. persons who are serving as youth or fectiveness: Students will select five In selected pastoral theology and associate pastors; Leadership concentration courses communication courses, students are 2. persons preparing for service in required to complete a guided learn- (ML513 plus four 600-level or above world missions when their main ing experience as part of the course. concentration courses) focus is in an area such as medi- Each student’s guided learning expe- Concentration in Biblical/Theologi- cine, education, agriculture, or rience is the basis for the synthesis cal Studies: Students will select five ­mechanics; between learning and practice. Under Bible/Theology concentration courses. 3. persons planning to teach religion the supervision of their course profes- in an academic or other graduate sors and their local ministry mentors, setting; Certificate in students identify learning needs and Seminary of the East 4. persons choosing to serve in para- Theological Studies outcomes and appropriate learning church organizations and Christian tasks related to the acquisition and The Certificate in Theological Studies social agencies; improvement of ministerial skills. The at Bethel Seminary of the East is of- 5. laypersons who desire to equip guided learning experiences are the fered for those individuals who want themselves for more effective wit- equivalent of ministry practicums. more depth and background in biblical ness in and through their local studies and theology to enhance their Spiritual Formation church; current ministries and occupations; 6. persons pursuing further graduate M.Div. students earn 16 credit hours for those individuals needing biblical work. in spiritual formation. During the first and theological studies for missions three years, students participate in the A student must declare a concentration and parachurch organizations; or for spiritual formation track associated in one of two areas: biblical and theo- individuals seeking direction regard- with their particular year of study, logical studies, or leadership effective- ing their future vocations who want a exploring issues related to spirituality, ness. The degree will be awarded upon limited course of study to guide them call to ministry, and ministry pre- the completion of 96 credits. in making a decision about vocational paredness. M.A. students earn 8 credit Christian ministry. The 48-credit cer- hours in spiritual formation during Master of Arts (Theological Studies) tificate requires the following courses the first two years of their program of Required Courses comprising 20 credits: study. BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 SP511 Spiritual Formation I...... 4 As part of their work in spiritual DC501 Discipleship in Community..... 4 BT501 Hermeneutics...... 4 formation, students are required to GC501 Introduction to Global TL501 Culture and Ministry...... 4 participate in discipleship groups that & Contextual Ministries...... 4 ML513 Transformational Leadership... 4 meet for one class period during the GC515 Evangelism and Systematic Theology: Students will class day. The purpose of these small Church Growth...... 4 select one Systematic Theology course: groups, facilitated by faculty members, HS501 Early Church to Reformation... 4 TS507 Foundaton is to provide instruction in the theol- HS502 Church in the TS508 Christ ogy of the spiritual life and to create an Modern World...... 4 TS509 Holy Spirit/Salvation environment of support and account- NT511 The Gospels...... 4 TS510 Church/Eschatology ability that will foster spiritual growth. NT512 Emergence of Christian Mentors in the ministry context are Community...... 4 Students obtain the remaining 28 cred- key to spiritual and character forma- OT501 Genesis - Ruth...... 4 its in the certificate program by electing tion since they observe and guide OT502 I Samuel - Song of Songs...... 4 to take other courses in the seminary’s students in the context of ministry in a OT503 Isaiah - Malachi...... 4 curriculum, bringing the total to 48 local church or parachurch setting. In SP511 Spiritual Formation I...... 4 credits required for the awarding of the addition, M.Div. students enroll in one SP551 Spiritual Formation II...... 4 Certificate in Theological Studies. spiritual formation course as part of TL501 Culture & Ministry...... 4 their program electives. TS505 Christian Social Ethics...... 4 Prerequisites and Requirements Systematic Theology: Students will for Course Work select 3 Systematic Theology courses: Master of Arts • First-year students are required to TS507 Foundation (Theological Studies) attend an orientation workshop at TS508 Christ Program the beginning of the first term of TS509 Holy Spirit/Salvation study as a prerequisite for register- The Master of Arts (Theological Stud- TS510 Church/Future ies) is intended for persons who seek ing for future courses with guided Concentration Courses (5) to integrate their faith and learning as learning experiences. Students will and Electives (1)...... 24 committed and informed Christians be oriented to Bethel Seminary of and to relate their theological studies Other requirements: Senior the East and receive training on the to their vocations and interests. This Capstone Experience...... 0 construction of a learning contract

84 in preparation for courses with at- disciples were trained by Jesus Christ. with seminary faculty, for the supervi- Seminary of the East tached guided learning experiences. Bethel Seminary of the East aspires to sion and oversight of guided learning Students will also receive instruction continue the practice of viable mentor- experiences. on selecting mentors. ing and discipleship to enhance our program of theological education and Mentors maintain an ongoing involve- • Prerequisites for courses are noted in ministry preparation. ment in students’ seminary experiences the course descriptions. in two ways. Mentors are required to Bethel Seminary of the East’s integral attend the first day of class each term The Mentoring Program link with local ministry is seen most for the “Community Day of Learning.” clearly in its mentoring program. Bethel Seminary of the East’s men- There, they participate in classes with Students come to Bethel Seminary of toring program has its roots in the their students to see how the guided the East with their local ministry’s past, when followers of Jesus Christ learning experience complements the affirmation of their fitness and call to sought a discipling relationship with course to which it is attached. Mentors ministry, as well as a commitment by godly leaders of their own generation. are also required to attend workshops their churches to provide a nurturing Our roots extend to persons such as designed to enhance their mentoring base in which they can develop atti- Charles Spurgeon and his “pastors’ skills and capabilities. Weekly sessions tudes and skills conducive to effective college” in the 19th century, to Jona- between mentors and students focus on ministry and spiritual growth. than Edwards and David Brainerd in attitudes, information, skills, and other the 18th century, to the Puritans of Following the orientation and guided topics that might enhance students’ the 17th century, and to those who learning experience workshop (at the spiritual and character formation, min- gathered around Augustine in the early beginning of each term), students istry skills development, and prepara- history of the church in the fourth will be assisted with the selection of tion for ministry. century. They go back, in fact, to the mentors. The center director assists days when young Timothy was dis- students in the selection of two men- Each term, mentors complete gen- cipled by the Apostle Paul, and the 12 tors who form a mentoring team, along eral progress reports to assess student growth and overall performance.

The course professor and the mentor- ing team enable the student, through mutually approved guided learning experiences, to develop Christian char- acter, to expand in practical knowledge, and to improve in ministry skills. Ac- tivities for the guided learning experi- ences are determined on the basis of the perception students have of their own needs, as clarified through counsel with the course professor and their mentor- ing teams. Guided learning experiences help students: • develop patterns for change and growth in the areas of spiritual and character formation; • acquire competencies to be ready for ministry; • assess current learning and skill needs; • apply the course material to a specific ministry context; and • gain graduate academic credit for work they do in ministry. Further information on the mentoring program can be found in The Mentor- ing Community: A Manual for Students and Mentors produced by Bethel Semi- nary of the East.

85 Student 4. A recommendation form from the basis of the submitted documents, the applicant’s pastor. admissions committee will decide if Information 5. A recommendation form from Bethel Seminary of the East can meet Application for Admission church leadership where the appli- the educational needs of an applicant, cant is a member. and if the applicant is prepared for Bethel Seminary of the East invites 6. Two references from individuals ­graduate-level seminary training. Ap- applications from persons who are such as a previous professor, current plicants will be notified in writing of deeply committed to Christ and His employer, or professional or minis- acceptance to the seminary. kingdom, and whose gifts and call to try colleague. ministry have been affirmed by a local Special Students body of Christian believers. Students Applicants should begin the applica- applying to the Master of Divinity tion process at least three months prior For students intending to take 12 or Seminary of the East program must hold a bachelor’s degree to the beginning of the term in which fewer credit hours, a special student and demonstrate that they are capable they plan to enroll. Terms commence application may be submitted. Special of graduate-level work. Persons seek- in mid-September, early January, student status cannot be extended ing admission to Bethel Seminary of and early April. Application materi- beyond 12 credit hours. After the the East must complete and submit the als can be obtained from any center completion of 12 credit hours, special following materials to the Seminary of office or by calling 1.888.The East students must complete the full ap- the East director of admissions: (1.888.843.3278). plication process for matriculation and 1. A formal application for admission acceptance into a degree or certificate Directions for applying online: and the required personal state- program if they intend to continue 1. Go to the Bethel Seminary website at ments with a nonrefundable fee of their seminary education. seminary.bethel.edu/admissions/ $20. (Online application fee is $25.) bsoe. 2. Official transcripts of college work 2. Click on “How to Apply.” Academic Policies from all schools attended. If the ap- 3. Click on “Apply Online.” plicant has not completed his or her Transfer of Credit 4. Under “First-Time Applicants,” college degree at the time of appli- click on “Create Your Account” and Students may transfer credit from cation, a partial transcript must be ­follow the instructions. graduate courses in another accred- sent. A complete transcript should ited school for which they have not then be requested after the student Application Process received a degree. Transfer credit has earned the degree. will be approved only if comparable 3. If the applicant has attended another The director of admissions and the courses are included in the curriculum seminary, a transcript of such work admissions committee will review must be sent. each completed application. On the

86 Seminary of the East of Bethel Seminary of the East, and • Permanent withdrawal from of materials throughout the United after students successfully complete school: Students who voluntarily States and the world. one full term at Bethel Seminary of leave Bethel Seminary of the East, or Bethel Seminary of the East main- the East. Only courses with a grade of who are dismissed for disciplinary tains its own library collection at each “C” or above will be considered for a reasons, must file an official with- teaching location, as well as electronic transfer of credits. Applicants desir- drawal form with the center director access to the other libraries of Bethel ing a transcript evaluation for transfer to be eligible for tuition refunds. Seminary. Also, through agreements credit prior to enrollment should Refunds are granted in accordance with seminaries and universities discuss the request with the registrar with the schedule (see Refunds on in each of the geographical areas in (215.659.1000) pages 101 and Financial Aid Refunds which Bethel Seminary of the East on page 105). Academic Load is located, students have access to additional libraries. Students at the Ordering Books Students who take the maximum num- Philadelphia Center have access to all ber of courses available, based on their Students will be given booklists prior Southeastern Pennsylvania Library year of study, are considered full-time to the start of each term. Suggested Association (SEPTLA) libraries with students. Students are strongly advised places to order books at significant full borrowing privileges. Students at to stay in course sequence and follow discounts also will be provided at that the Metro D.C., New York ,and New the track of courses that applies to time. England centers have varying degrees their year of study. Students are cau- of access to theological libraries within tioned that lighter loads may produce The Bethel Seminary their regions. (See page 25 for further schedule conflicts and an extended Library ­information on the Bethel Seminary course of study. L­ i b r a r y . ) The Bethel Seminary Library makes Auditing every effort to effectively provide Course Evaluation/ services and resources for the entire See policy on page 93. Grading Bethel community at the St. Paul, San Diego, and Seminary of the East See on page 95. Registration Procedures Grades campuses. It strives to offer relevant, During the latter part of each term, integrated, and transformational Student Services students preregister online or by mail resources. To that end, the library for the succeeding term’s courses. Pre- houses print and non-print materi- Convocation and Chapels registration is required of all students als as well as electronic resources. Convocation and periodic chapels and is the basis for tuition billing. Fail- The collection mainly supports the provide opportunities for corporate ure of current students to preregister programs offered by the seminary, worship, enrichment of community will result in a late fee charge. thus striving to be an integral part of life, biblical preaching, and exposure the educational process of the institu- to God’s work in the world through Add/Drop Policy tion. Due to the variety of delivery visiting Christian leaders. From time systems and campus locations, users See Registration Changes on page 97. to time, students, faculty, and staff are not confined to one place. The devote a portion of a day to corporate library serves the information needs Withdrawal and small-group prayer as well. of students and faculty throughout the • Temporary withdrawal for one or United States and beyond. Additional more terms: Students who do not Spouses information can be obtained by visit- enroll at the seminary for one term ing the library’s webpage at See Courses for Spouses on page 106. or more must officially withdraw. seminary.bethel.edu/library/. Students withdrawing from their Insurance program of study for any period of Bethel Seminary Library is a mem- time must indicate the reason for ber of CLIC (Cooperating Libraries Students are required to participate in their withdrawal by completing a in Consortium), MTLA (Minnesota a hospital insurance plan. This may withdrawal form and submitting it to Theological Library Association), be done by purchasing a policy from the director of academic programs. SEPTLA (Southeastern Pennsylvania an insurance company of the student’s Theological Library Association), and own chosing or by participating in a Students who are officially with- MINITEX Library Information Net- plan where the student or his or her drawn and return to the seminary work. Reciprocal borrowing privileges spouse is employed. The seminary has one or more terms later must request among the previously mentioned insti- arranged a health insurance plan for readmission in writing from the tutions increase the resources avail- those students who are not already director of admissions. able. As a member of OCLC (Online insured. Students may contact their Computer Library Center), the library center director for information. also provides ready access to millions

87 Placement and Career Financial Information Financial Aid Development Bethel Seminary of the East has al- Church Aid This program of the seminary is de- ways been supported prayerfully and Congregations in which students signed to assist students in relating financially by people of God who have minister and are being mentored will academic pursuits, personal interests, a vision for leadership training. The often provide financial aid. This may skills, and values to career goals. seminary has deliberately chosen to be in the form of a regular salary, or a The process begins by ensuring that place its primary resources in people stipend for the ministry role served in students are involved in Christian rather than in buildings and property. the church, or in the form of tuition ministry while at school. Students’ Partnership with local churches and or living expenses. Each situation is development is enhanced by the use Christian organizations, and the use of unique, and students are encouraged to of guided learning experiences and Seminary of the East their facilities rather than the building seek out potential support through the weekly discipleship meetings both at of campuses, continues to minimize mentors in their churches. school and in the ministry setting. our operating costs. Student Ministries, Inc. While informal dialogues are a part We have sought to keep tuition com- Student Ministries, Inc. (SMI) is a of the seminary’s attempt to serve parable to other graduate-level schools nonprofit Christian mission agency that students in their career choices dur- in an effort to minimize the hurdles enables seminary students to receive ing their final year, the school seeks to encountered in obtaining a quality support for the ministries in which they help students find placement in Chris- ministry education. We therefore have serve. The support comes from tax-de- tian ministry in the following ways: a continuing need for an increasing ductible contributions by donors whom personal counsel and assistance by the number of financial supporters. A gift students contact. Student Ministries, director of placement, providing coun- to Bethel Seminary of the East is an Inc. requires that seminary students be sel by seminary personnel for students investment in the future of the church affiliated with local churches, engage in seeking direction for future ministry, of Jesus Christ. All funds are invested supervised ministries of eight or more and facilitating periodic ­visits from directly in support of the mission of hours weekly, and maintain an evan- organizational representatives who the seminary to train ministry leaders. gelical doctrinal position. Students may interview interested students. Each obtain additional information about All contributions to Bethel Seminary of center maintains a ministry positions Student Ministries, Inc. from the center the East are tax-deductible under the notebook. director at each site. Instructions for governance of the laws of the Internal applying for financial aid can be found Revenue Service of the United States. The Student Handbook on page 104. The Student Handbook contains Tuition rates and fees for the detailed information concerning the 2008-2009 academic year are listed on academic and administrative policies pages 99-100. All tuition rates and fees and procedures of Bethel Seminary of are subject to change. the East. It functions as a “reference Tuition payment is due in full on or manual” for students in answering the before the first class day of each term. questions that arise through the course Special payment arrangements may of their studies. It also explains expec- be considered on an individual basis. tations and responsibilities of students Unpaid balances of more than 30 days as members of the Bethel Seminary of will be subject to a 1 percent finance the East community. charge at the end of each month. Tuition reimbursement plans are Discipleship Groups contracted apart from the seminary Students enrolled in spiritual forma- and do not alter the payment due date. tion are required to attend and par- The student is responsible for ­payment ticipate in their assigned discipleship reaching the seminary when due, groups. Through weekly meetings, ­regardless of the source of payment. students will interact with faculty and other students for the purposes of theological reflection, prayer support, community building, and accountabil- ity for the guided learning experience.

88 Program of Study ST. PAUL, SAN DIEGO, AND SEMINARY OF THE EAST CAMPUSES Academic Information and Policies

Pre-Seminary Studies c. The ability to read at least one Philosophy—orientation in history, foreign language and in some content, and method Prospective seminary students who circumstances, more than one. Natural Sciences—the physical and know that they are headed in the direc- 2. The college work of a pre-seminary life sciences tion of Christian ministry should plan student should result in increased Foreign Language—one or more of their college courses so as to derive understanding of the world: the following linguistic avenues to maximum benefit from theological a. The world of ideas. This includes human thought and tools of scholarly studies. The seminary urges a strong knowledge of English literature, research: Latin, Greek, Hebrew, emphasis on the liberal arts. The es- philosophy, and psychology. German, and French—with Greek sential foundations for a minister’s later b. The world of nature. This is especially recommended. Students professional studies, as well as his or provided by knowledge of the who anticipate postgraduate stud- her future responsibilities in the min- natural sciences, including labo- ies are urged to undertake these istry, lie in a broad and comprehensive ratory work. disciplines early in their training. college education. c. The world of human affairs. This Religion or Christianity—Increasingly, Many students, however, sense the call is aided by knowledge of history biblical studies, together with an of God to some form of Christian ser- and the social sciences. introduction to the major religious vice when their college work has been 3. The college work of a pre-seminary traditions and theological prob- student should result in a sense of lems, are becoming viable options St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East completed or nearly completed. Such students may not have a concentration achievement: for pre-seminary studies. The area in the liberal arts. The seminary still a. The degree of mastery of a field of concentration among the above encourages these students to apply. of study is more important than suggestions will depend on the in- the credits and grades received. terests and abilities of the student. The Function of b. The sense of achievement may Pre-Seminary Studies be encouraged through academic The Nature of this College courses prior to theological concentration, or through “hon- Recommendation seminary should provide the cultural ors” work or other plans for There has been no attempt in the and intellectual foundations essential to increasingly independent work preceding paragraphs to list all of the an effective theological education. They with as much initiative from the work that would be profitable for a should issue in at least three broad student as he or she can muster pre-seminary student. It is possible to kinds of attainment. with profit. include many other elements in one’s college studies while still fulfilling the 1. The college work of a pre-seminary The Subjects in ideal program for an adequate founda- student should result in the ability Pre-Seminary Study tion for seminary studies. The aim is to to use certain tools of the educated The following are suggested areas of prepare persons who understand the person: study for a student’s college years. The world and develop the ability to com- a. The ability to write and speak student’s work in these fields of study municate effectively the Word of God English clearly and correctly. should be evaluated on the basis of to that world. English composition should mastery of the fields rather than in Further, the preceding paragraphs have this as a specific purpose, terms of semester hours or credits. To offer only suggestions. Students who but this purpose should also be make this suggestion more practical, have completed college work and have cultivated in all written work. students are encouraged to take three- not followed these suggestions are still Course work in speech will aid fourths of their college work in the urged to apply to seminary if God is significantly. following specific areas: prompting such action. b. The ability to think clearly. In English—language, composition, and some persons this ability is literature cultivated through courses in Speech—fundamentals, argumenta- philosophy or specifically in tion, group communication, per- logic. In others, it is cultivated suasion, oral interpretation, and by the use of scientific method or drama by dealing with critical problems History—ancient, modern European, in connection with literary and American, and non-Western historical documents. cultures

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Admission College Degree Greek Studies Requirements The seminary requires for admission a For students who have completed Christian Experience four-year degree from a regionally ac- Greek language courses prior to enter- credited college or university. ing seminary, an examination covering Bethel Seminary attempts to reflect basic vocabulary, morphology, and Applicants holding professional bacca- from its heritage the distinctive spirit elementary syntax is used to determine laureate degrees from regionally accred- of nonconformity that emphasizes readiness for entrance into New Testa- ited schools are urged to have at least simple and direct involvement in wor- ment exegetical courses. Students who 75 semester hours of credit in liberal ship and devotion, concern over secular pass the Greek qualifying examination arts. Prospective students with such standards in pleasure and material- will then receive advanced standing in degrees are advised to have their ­college ism, and vigorous participation in the the Elementary Greek courses and will transcripts evaluated by the Office of witness and mission of the church. be able to select other courses in place Admissions and Recruitment to deter- Therefore, the seminary invites appli- of the basic language courses. cations from persons who are deeply mine whether deficiencies in liberal arts committed to Christ and His kingdom. work are significant enough to demand Master of divinity students in the Greek Such commitment should be joined further study in these areas. track may enroll in the New Testament courses after having earned a grade of with acceptance of the Bible as God’s Prospective students with baccalaureate 70 percent or above on either the final uniquely inspired revelation, an evan- degrees from colleges not regionally ac- exam in the Elementary Greek course gelical position on doctrine, a life of credited, including Bible colleges, may or on the Greek Qualifying Examina- purity and righteousness, and a desire be admitted upon evidence of ability to tion. Students who earn between 70 to communicate the gospel in creative pursue graduate studies. In such cases, and 80 percent on either of these exams ways whenever and wherever the op- the applicant’s scholastic record in col- will be encouraged by the course in- portunity arises. lege and his or her scores on the Gradu- structor to do further study before they ate Record Examination may be taken Moreover, acceptable students are those continue in the New Testament track. who seek opportunities for worship into consideration. The transcripts of through regular church attendance such graduates will be evaluated for and voluntarily participate in church weaknesses in liberal arts, and if such life and functions. Each prospective weaknesses exist, further work will be student is expected to be a member in required. good standing of a local congregation of believers. Students are expected to lead lives that are distinctly Christian in personal hab- its and in social relationships. While legalism is disdained, the seminary stresses conservative conduct in mat- ters of personal behavior and expects students’ conduct to be a matter of discretion and responsibility. Bethel does not discriminate against any worthy student on grounds of age, gender, race, color, ethnic or national origin, or on the basis of physical dis- ability. Bethel values diversity in its student body.

91 Application for Admission Since the Admissions Committee is interested in all information that will assist in the evaluation of an applicant’s ability, achievement, commitment to Christ, and promise, the seminary requires that each applicant supply the following materials: 1. A formal application for admission, which should be on file at least two months before the anticipated start- ing date. 2. A nonrefundable application fee of $20, which should accompany the application. 3. Official transcripts of college work from all schools attended. If the ap- plicant has not completed his or her college degree at the time of appli- cation, a partial transcript should be sent. (Copies will not be accepted.) A complete transcript then should • Seminary of the East, call Scholastic Regulations be requested after the student has 215.659.1000 or toll-free St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East earned his or her degree. 888.The.East (888.834.3278). Academic Advising 4. If the applicant has attended any New England Center Each incoming degree program student other seminary or graduate school, 508.227.7422 is assigned an advisor who seeks to un- a transcript of such work must New York Center derstand the academic and vocational be sent, along with a statement of 718.539.6822, ext. 218 goals of the student, as well as his or honorable dismissal and recommen- her personal needs. Returning students Philadelphia Center dation. are assigned advisors according to their 215.659.1000 5. A letter of recommendation from concentrations. Students are encour- the applicant’s pastor. Metropolitan Washington D.C. ­Center aged to attend all of the group advisee/ 6. A letter of recommendation from 301.386.9415 advisor meetings planned during the the church of which the applicant is Former students not enrolled within year. a member. the last academic year must apply for 7. Two references from individuals re-enrollment in the seminary. Students Academic Integrity such as educators, employers, or who have not been enrolled within the professional colleagues. Written material submitted must be the last three years must reapply, and will 8. Students from colleges not region- original work of the student. Academic fall under the catalog requirements at ally accredited may be asked to dishonesty constitutes a serious viola- the time of their readmission. present satisfactory scores from tion of scholarship standards at Bethel the Graduate Record Examination and can result in denial of credit and (GRE). Special Students possible dismissal from the school. 9. A group interview may be required A limited number of qualified students Any act that involves misrepresenta- upon the request of the Admissions may be permitted to enroll in classes tion regarding the student’s academic Committee. as special or nondegree students. Such work is forbidden. Academic dishon- students are not degree candidates, esty includes cheating on assignments Prospective students are encouraged to although some may subsequently or exams, plagiarism, fabrication of visit any of our locations. Free housing become so. Permission to enroll as a research, multiple submissions of work and meals are available in St. Paul and special student involves completing in different courses, misrepresentation San Diego. To set up an ­appointment in: the application form for that purpose of academic records, the facilitation • St. Paul, call the director of admis- and providing a transcript of college of academic dishonesty, and depriving sions at 612.638.6288, or out- work. Such students normally would others of necessary academic resources. side the Twin Cities call toll-free not enroll for more than two courses Students are expected to be good 800.255.8706, ext. 6288. per quarter. Not more than 25 percent stewards of the learning resources of the courses required for a degree may • San Diego, phone 619.582.8188, or available to them. Misuse of library be taken while enrolled under special outside the San Diego area call toll- or ­technological resources will not be free 800.238.4352, ext. 219. student status.

92 St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East tolerated. This includes destroying, age carrying an academic load of three procedure (e.g., grade, Supervised hiding, removing, or keeping library courses before he or she may increase Ministry), they should confer with materials and damaging or modifying the course load. the instructor about the problem. If a computer programs without permis- satisfactory solution is not reached, an sion. Engaging in software piracy, Academic Policy appeal may be made to APAAC through hacking, constructing viruses, and the registrar. The appeal must be sub- Each student is responsible for know- knowingly introducing viruses into a mitted by the student in writing within ing the academic regulations and other system will be considered breaches of six months of the date the problem program requirements of the school. integrity. arose. Following a thorough review, the While the academic dean, the student’s APAAC will advise the student in writ- Students charged with academic dis- faculty advisor, and the registrar may ing of its decision. honesty have the right to appeal any provide appropriate reminders, the disciplinary action. Contact the chair primary responsibility for knowing Auditing Courses of the Academic Programs Assessment and fulfilling all policies rests with the and Accreditation Committee (APAAC) individual student. All master’s-level degree students in the for details on the appeal process. For traditional program and their spouses more information consult the “Aca- Academic Probation may audit courses without charge dur- demic Integrity” brochure available in ing any quarter the student enrolls in A student who achieves less than a C the registrar’s office. a course for credit, with the number of (2.0) average is placed on academic audited courses not to exceed the num- probation for the following quarter. Academic Load ber of courses taken for credit. To have Failure to obtain a 2.0 average for the the auditing fee waived, spouses must Four courses each quarter, 15-16 quarter year will result in dismissal. complete a registration form for that hours, is a full-time load for students purpose. InMinistry students may apply who wish to complete an M.A. degree Advanced Standing to audit InMinistry courses for a fee. in two years or an M.Div. degree in Students are encouraged not to dupli- Information and application forms are three years. Three courses each quarter, cate undergraduate-level work in their available online. Pastors and full-time 11-12 quarter hours, however, is also seminary studies. Thus, a formal pro- employees of Christian ministry agen- considered a full-time load and is recom- gram of advanced standing by qualify- cies and their spouses, as well as senior mended for students who must spend ing examination is in operation with citizens (60 years of age or older), may considerable time in outside employ- the understanding that a student who is audit courses for a minimal fee. For an ment. Seven quarter hours per term is permitted to waive a requirement will audit to be recorded on a transcript, considered half time. Students in the take at least one advanced course in regular attendance at the class sessions SemPM modular program have full-time that department. The purpose of such and participation in the class, when status as long as they stay continuously substitution is to provide the student feasible, is required. Individual instruc- enrolled in the program. InMinistry with a better educational experience. tors may also require some portion of students typically take 7-8 courses per Both student and advisor should give class assignments for auditors. year. For financial aid purposes, this is serious consideration to the substitu- considered less than full-time status. Other persons wishing to audit courses tions that are made. Consult the Office of University Finan- should possess a four-year degree or cial Aid for further details. Forms for advanced standing may be its equivalent, and will be required to obtained in the registrar’s office and complete an “Application to Audit.” Normal progress toward the degree must be returned to that office for If the person is not a college graduate, is defined as completing work at a proper recording on the student’s per- he or she may submit a petition indicat- rate which, if continued, will result in manent record. ing the reason for taking the class and completion of the degree within the college work completed. specified time limit. Students are en- Appeals Process for couraged to take family, ministry, Academic Matters Students who audit a course and then and work responsibilities into account wish to receive credit at a later date when planning their course schedules. Regulations are formed in keeping with must register again for the course. In no academic policy and the best interest of case will a student be allowed to change A student whose grade point average is the entire student body. The Academic an audit to a credit after the first week lower than 3.0 (B) is not permitted to Programs Assessment and Accredita- of the course. Students who have taken carry more than four courses a quarter. tion Committee (APAAC) will take Elementary Greek at the undergraduate A reduced load will be required when action on petitions for adjustments or level may audit NT521-522 as a review employment, the care of a church, or exceptions to academic rules or policies before entering NT531. other activities conflict with satisfactory upon written request by the student. If school work. A student who works 40 students believe they have a justifiable hours or more a week must demon- concern about any matter of academic strate his or her ability to earn a B aver-

93 Change in Degree Program such as fellowship, growth in mind Course Papers and spirit, small group experiences, the or Campus All assigned course and term papers in sharing of concerns, lectureships, and all degree programs (with the exception of Students are admitted into the degree forums. program for which they apply. Should those in Marriage and Family Studies) are the student’s vocational interests Classification of Students to be submitted in thesis form in confor- change, he or she must make formal mity with the most recent edition of Kate application to change to another degree Master of Divinity degree students are L. Turabian’s A Manual for Writers. When program. A change in campus or de- classified at the beginning of the fall this manual is not sufficient, the student livery system, even while pursuing the quarter as juniors, middlers, and se- should refer to The Chicago Manual of same degree, constitutes a change in niors on the basis of having completed Style. Students submitting papers in the degree program and requires formal ap- the following number of credits: Marriage and Family Studies and Marital plication. Students who make changes Junior 0-36 credits and Family Therapy programs should must meet the requirements in effect at Middler I 37-72 credits follow the requirements of the fifth the time of change to the new program. Middler II 73-108 credits edition of The Publication Manual of the Senior 109-144 credits American Psychological Association. In Change in Delivery System Students in the M.A. programs who addition, students are expected to use complete their programs in two years inclusive language. Students are admitted into the deliv- are classified as juniors the first year ery system for which they apply (day/ (0-48 credits) and seniors the second Developmental Probation evening program, SemPM, and InMin- year (49-96 credits). istry). Should a student wish to change At Bethel Seminary we take seriously to another delivery system, he or she Special students are those who are only our goal to prepare whole and holy must make formal application in the part time and not enrolled in a degree Christian leaders. Consequently, we are concerned not only with academic St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East registrar’s office, and must secure ap- program. No more than 25 percent of proval from the director of the program the courses required for a degree may preparation, but also with spiritual and that he or she wishes to enter. A $100 be taken while enrolled under special personal formation. Students who are fee will be assessed at the time of the student status. At Seminary of the East, failing to make adequate progress in change. Students who change delivery no more than 12 credits may be taken areas of development and/or forma- systems must meet the requirements in under special student status. tion may be placed on probation and effect for the degree in the new delivery required to follow a developmental plan system at the time of the change. Courses in Nonacademic in order to continue in their degree Settings program. Students will be notified if Class and Chapel Attendance they are being placed on probation or if The faculty has established a policy their continuance in a degree program Students are expected to attend classes whereby any student wishing to obtain is in question. regularly. Those who find themselves credit for a seminar or course conduct- unable to do so should drop the course ed in a nonacademic setting must meet Examinations completely. Unexcused absences, not the following stipulations: to exceed the number of course hours 1. The amount of time spent in the No week of final examinations is sched- a week, are allowed without penalty. course must be 60 hours for a two- uled, but the professor may elect to give Students participating in a course with quarter-hour course, 90 hours for a a final examination through a variety a week-long intensive cannot pass the three-quarter-hour course, and 120 of means. Faculty members seek to be course if they miss more than one day hours for a four-quarter-hour course. sensitive to student needs in the sched- of the intensive. 2. The course must be taken under the uling of examinations. direct guidance of a Bethel professor Since the chapel experience and the who will oversee the work. Family Educational Rights Community Life Gatherings are both 3. Credit must be arranged with the and Privacy Act of 1974 symbolic and expressive of our cor- registrar before taking the course. porate life as a Christian community, Bethel Seminary complies with the 4. A written evaluation must be pre- students are expected to attend when requirements established by the Family pared and submitted to the Bethel they are on campus. Set within the con- Educational Rights and Privacy Act of professor overseeing the work. text of various traditions, the primary 1974 (Public Law 93-380). 5. Tuition will be billed by Bethel at the emphasis of the chapel service is the current fee for course credit. In general, the purpose of the act is to worship of God expressed in a variety give students access to their education- of ways, including the proclamation of Course Numbers al records maintained by the school, the Word, prayer, music, and medita- and to protect students’ rights to pri- tion. Time is also set aside for focusing 500s-700s Master’s level, graduate vacy by limiting the transfer of their on other aspects of our corporate life, credit records without their consent. 800s-900s Doctor of Ministry level

94 St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East As provided by the act, the seminary knowledge; inconsistent evidence has the right to release at its discre- “Leadership is first of of mastery of course content; few tion the following information with contributions in class; no attempts respect to each student presently or all not something one at integration and critique; inconsis- previously enrolled: the student’s name, does but something tent class attendance; and respectful address, telephone number, date and interaction. place of birth, church membership and one is.” F Inadequate work submitted; insuf- denominational affiliation, program ficient evidence of ability to analyze of study, dates of attendance, degree Leighton Ford and use course knowledge; inappro- earned, previous educational agencies priate and/or disrespectful contribu- or institutions attended by the student, Bethel Seminary serves students who tions in class; poor class attendance; and awards and honors. Students may are preparing for a variety of ministry or failure to complete course re- withhold directory information by noti- contexts. Some students will pursue quirements. fying the registrar in writing within two further graduate study. As a result, weeks after the first day of classes for Bethel strives to maintain a grading Please note that a grade of C repre- that quarter. Requests for nondisclosure system that accurately reflects the qual- sents satisfactory performance, and will be honored by this institution for ity of a student’s work and capacity for that students are required to hold a only one academic year. Thus, authori- advanced study. cumulative grade point average of zation to withhold directory informa- 2.0 or higher (C average) to gradu- Students are expected to demonstrate tion must be filed annually in the Office ate with a degree from Bethel. graduate-level writing skills—including of the Registrar. correct grammar, spelling, and punctu- The grade of F may be superseded The law further provides students ation—in all course work, and to fulfill by a second grade when the stu- with the right to review information course requirements as listed in the dent retakes the course. The first contained in their educational records, course syllabus. Professors are encour- F remains on the transcript but is with the exception of reference forms aged to define their grading criteria and removed from computation of the or other material for which the student policy on late work and incompletes grade point average. has waived his or her right to access in each course syllabus. Grades will be I Incomplete (granted for emergency for recommendations received prior to assigned using the full range of letter situations only). January 1, 1975. This information in- grades (A-F), representing the follow- cludes application for admission, copies ing levels of performance: P Pass. C work or above (course with- of correspondence to the student, and out grade points). A Excellent work submitted; evidence transcripts of college and/or seminary Students are allowed to take three of outstanding ability to synthesize work. In order to review the material advanced-level courses on a Pass/ and use course knowledge; con- belonging to his or her educational Fail basis. Such courses, however, sistent evidence of creativity and record, the student must make written may not be in the student’s concen- originality; insightful contributions request of the appropriate administra- tration in the M.A. program or the in class; consistent demonstration tive office, which will set up a time for M.Div. program if the student is pur- of integrative and critical thinking the student to do so within 10 days. suing a concentration. The work in a skills; regular class attendance; and Pass/Fail course must be of at least C respectful interaction. Grades level for a grade of Pass. The deci- B Good work submitted; evidence of The faculty has adopted a four-point sion to take a course Pass/Fail must substantial ability to analyze and grading system with 12 levels as fol- be made within the first two weeks use course knowledge; evidence of lows: of the quarter and the appropriate creativity and originality; thoughtful Grade Points form completed for that purpose. contributions in class; demonstra- A 4.0 Students should realize that the pro- tion of integrative and critical think- A- 3.7 fessor has the prerogative to require ing skills; regular class attendance; B+ 3.3 a letter grade if he or she feels that and respectful interaction. the nature of the material involved B 3.0 demands such evaluation. No core B- 2.7 C Acceptable work submitted; evi- courses may be taken on a Pass/Fail C+ 2.3 dence of adequate ability to analyze basis. Students may take more than C 2.0 and use course knowledge; ap- three Pass/Fail courses only if they C- 1.7 propriate contributions in class; take more than the minimum num- D+ 1.3 attempts at integration and critique; ber of courses required for gradua- D 1.0 regular class attendance; and re- tion in that degree program. D- .7 spectful interaction. F .0 D Poor work submitted; little evidence W Withdrawal is allowed during the of ability to analyze and use course third through seventh weeks of

95 the quarter. From the eighth week, Commencement is held only in the Harassment Policies a grade of F is recorded for with- spring of each year. Students must drawals. SemPM modular students make written application to graduate Bethel Seminary is committed to pro- receive a W if they withdraw in during the fall quarter of the year in viding a Christ-centered community writing by the fourth class session which the student anticipates gradua- where students, faculty, and staff can of a five-week course. Students tion. Any student who fails to do so by work together in an atmosphere free enrolled in year-long courses will be February 1 will not be listed for gradu- from all forms of harassment, exploita- granted a withdraw on a prorated ation that year. All degrees are voted by tion, or intimidation, including racial basis, with three weeks being equal the Board of Trustees upon the recom- and sexual harassment. All members of to one week of the course. mendation of the faculty. the Bethel community are expected to educate themselves about sexual and Incomplete Course Work The registrar will complete a curricu- racial harassment. Copies of the harass- lum check at the end of the fall quarter ment policies are available in the Office Students are expected to submit all of the year in which the student has of the Provost in St. Paul, and the Office work by the dates set by the course applied for graduation. In addition to of the Dean and Executive Officer in instructors and complete all course academic requirements for graduation, San Diego and Seminary of the East, as requirements on or before the last day students in the Master of Arts or Master well as in the libraries. To file an infor- of the quarter. of Divinity programs must fulfill the mal or formal complaint, please contact following requirements: The grade “Incomplete” is temporary the compliance officer in St. Paul, or 1. Participate in the self-assessment and will be granted only in unusual the dean at the San Diego or Seminary and evaluation program; circumstances (such as serious illness of the East campuses. 2. Participate in covenant groups or or critical emergencies) and will not be other formation experience as indi- considered for a student who is simply Honors cated in the degree program; behind in the assignments. St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East 3. Complete Supervised Ministry The following criteria are established No Incomplete will be granted auto- requirements, including Profiles of by the faculty for the determination matically. The student is responsible Ministry, if required in the degree of graduation honors for students in to submit the Incomplete Contract program; the master of arts programs and the to the Office of the Registrar no later 4. Write a personal statement of faith master of divinity program: minimum than the last day of the quarter. The acceptable to the faculty; cumulative grade point average of 3.60 date for completion of the work will be 5. Achieve a grade point average of C cum laude; 3.75 magna cum laude; arranged with the professor involved, (2.0) or above. In addition, St. Paul 3.90 summa cum laude. Honors for but that date cannot extend beyond one and San Diego students in the MFT programs are based on the cumulative quarter. If the work is not completed by program are required to hold a cu- average as of April 1 prior to graduation the specified date, the grade indicated mulative grade point average of 3.0 and will be adjusted at the close of the on the contract will be entered on the or higher (B average) in their mar- record on the students’ transcript only, student’s record. Special problems re- riage and family courses in order to not on the diploma. garding a student’s eligibility to receive graduate with an M.A.M.F.T. degree Students who have committed acts of the Incomplete will be referred to the from Bethel; and academic dishonesty are not eligible to Academic Programs Assessment and 6. Present a clearance on financial ac- receive honors. Accreditation Committee. counts. Students of Hebrew language who meet Graduation Requirements Participation in graduation ceremonies the scholastic requirements are induct- is expected. Students must request ed each spring into the Hebrew Honor Students are responsible for meeting permission to graduate in absentia. Society Eta Beta Rho. the graduation requirements set forth Requests to graduate in absentia must in the catalog at the time of their be made in writing to the Office of the Independent Study matriculation. Students who take Registrar by April 1. Students whose extended leaves of absence of one year attendance status changes after April An independent study course provides or more are subject to the graduation 1 must contact the registrar’s office to the student with an opportunity to requirements set forth in the catalog at notify them of the change, and will be pursue a specialized area that may not the time of their reinstatement, unless charged a $100 administrative fee. be explored through normal course written permission was obtained prior offerings. Approximately 120 hours of Students must complete all degree to the extended leave. Candidates for study (for a four-quarter-hour class) requirements in the academic year in a degree in the Master of Arts or the will be involved in such courses over a which they plan to graduate. Master of Divinity programs must have two-quarter period. The student must completed at least 48 quarter credits in submit a written proposal to the pro- residence. fessor for approval. If the proposal is accepted, both the student and the pro-

96 St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East fessor sign the Form for Independent Employment Prerequisites Study Course, return it to the registrar, A Social Security number is required and complete the necessary registra- prior to any type of employment. BT101/BI101 Hermeneutics is a tion. A surcharge of $175, in addition International students are allowed to recommended prerequisite to admis- to regular tuition, will be charged for work no more than 20 hours per week sion in all of the Old Testament and independent studies. on campus while school is in session; New Testament courses with the 40 hours per week during holidays exception of Greek language courses. The Institute of Theological Stud- and vacation periods. Off-campus Old ­Testament, New Testament, ies offers a program of independent employment without authorization is and Systematic Theology required courses in biblical studies, church his- not allowed. courses should be taken in sequence. tory, ­pastoral care, and missions. Each Advanced Old Testament courses are course includes recorded lectures, a Savings Accounts not to be taken before completing the printed study guide, and a bibliography. Students who wish to open a savings beginning sequence. CP101 Introduc- These materials may be ordered for a account in a bank or who have per- tion to Preaching is required before modest fee. Catalogs of the program are mission to work must obtain a Social taking any Preaching Practica. Preach- available from the registrar. To receive Security number (or tax account ing Practicum A is also a prerequisite graduate credit, the student must reg- number). This number is obtained to Preaching Practicum B and ad- ister for an independent study course by filing form SS-5. Check with the vanced preaching courses. at Bethel and study under the direction Office of Student Life at the College of one of the school’s instructors. Some of Arts & Sciences for further infor- Registration additional work may be required. These mation. Students in San Diego and taped courses are open to enrollment Fall registration for entering students Seminary of the East should consult also by those who have not yet entered in St. Paul is held during the summer the associate registrar. the seminary. or the orientation session. Students may meet with their faculty advi- Only three independent study courses Medical Insurance sors to plan and receive approval for may be taken in the student’s degree Medical insurance is required for in- course selections. Registration for program. None may be substituted for ternational students and dependents. winter and spring quarters may be required courses. Any course that the It must contain the provision to fly done at this time also. Continuing student takes in a nonacademic setting the student home if necessary, or to fly students register for the new academic will count as an independent study his or her body home in the event of year either in May or late September course. Students may take a maximum death. This may cost up to $850 per and must secure approval from their of 20 credits in their degree program in year for an individual student. Con- faculty advisors and the Office of combination of independent studies, tact the seminary Office of Student Formation and Placement. Students correspondence courses, or extension Life for health insurance information. may change their registration for courses. If you have any concerns regarding winter and spring quarters at registra- tion days held in late November and International Students Form 1-20, maintenance of status, medical insurance, Social Security February, respectively. Students who International students enter the United card, on-campus and off-campus register outside the regular registra- States on an F-1 visa, and the permit to employment, curricular practical tion times will be subject to fines. Stu- stay is issued for the duration of full- training, optional practical train- dents not on the official class list will time study or until 60 days following ing, program extension, change of be asked to leave class to complete graduation. Thirty days prior to the level/degree, transfer, reinstatement, registration. In no case will students expiration date on their visas, students change of status, travel, dependents, be permitted to register for two class- are expected to file an application for etc., please contact the international es that overlap meeting times. extension on Form 1-538, which may student ­advisor at 651.638.6161. be obtained in the Office of Student San Diego and Seminary of the East Life at the College of Arts & Sciences Military Service students should consult the associate (651.638.6161). registrar for information on registra- Upon involuntary military call-up, a tion dates and times. Full Course of Study student so affected will be granted a withdrawal from courses with a full International students with an F-1 stu- Registration Changes refund. If 70 percent of the course dent visa are required to carry at least work has been completed, no refund Students desiring to drop or add three courses (11 quarter credits) each will be granted and an incomplete will courses must fill out a change in regis- quarter to maintain their legal status to be activated and remain in force until tration form and secure the approval remain in the United States. Students one year after completion of active of the professor involved and the fac- who require exceptions to the full status. If the statute of limitations is ulty advisor before returning the form course of study are required to report to exceeded, a grade of W will be as- to the registrar. Mere absence from the international student advisor. signed automatically. class sessions will not constitute with- 97 drawal. Courses may not be added, program must be completed within A student with an M.A. (or its equiva- or changed from audit to credit, after six years, and for the Master of Arts lent) in religious studies from Bethel the first week of the quarter. Students (Theological Studies) evening pro- or another school may be granted may change from credit to audit, or gram within eight years. The Doctor advanced standing toward an M.Div. drop the course, through the seventh of Ministry program must be complet- or M.A. degree. To receive the M.Div. week of the ­quarter. After the second ed within four years of enrollment. degree, such persons will be required week of class, a grade of W will be en- Students are encouraged to consider to take at least two years of full-time tered for each dropped course. From all other commitments, including academic work (96 credits) and meet the eighth week a grade of F will be family, ministry, and work, when all of the other M.Div. requirements. recorded unless the student appeals to planning their course schedules. To receive the M.A. degree, such the Academic ­Programs Assessment persons will be required to take at Requests for extensions in the Doctor and Accreditation Committee citing least one year of full-time ­academic of Ministry program require approval exceptional circumstances. Failure to work (48 credits) and meet all of the of the Doctor of Ministry Committee. submit a written petition form will requirements of the M.A. degree. See Approvals for extensions of the time result in an automatic F. Students the registrar for complete details. limit in the master’s programs require enrolled in year-long courses will be special action of the faculty upon granted withdrawals on a prorated ba- Verification of Student written appeal from the student. sis, with three weeks of the yearlong Status course being equivalent to one week Verification of student status for of a quarter course. Transcripts loans, insurance, etc., is made Integrative Portfolio Transcript requests for all campuses through the Office of the Registrar. must be submitted to St. Paul in writ- Each student will develop an Inte- ing and personally signed. No tran- Veterans St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East grative Portfolio (IP) that will dem- scripts are issued for students with The seminary is approved for veteran’s onstrate their integrative learning unpaid accounts. All transcripts from educational benefits. If a veteran finds throughout their seminary experi- other schools in the student’s file re- it necessary to discontinue school ence. The goal of the IP is to build main the property of Bethel Seminary during the course of any quarter, both capacity and skill for integration and cannot be released to the student tuition will be refunded in accordance of all seminary learning (i.e., between or other parties. Bethel Seminary re- with accepted government regula- Bible/history/theology, spiritual/ leases transcripts only of course work tions. personal formation, and ministry completed at the seminary. leadership) as well as integration of Withdrawal seminary learning with life and min- Transfer of Credit istry. Students withdrawing from the semi- Complete or nearly complete transfer nary must confer with the Office of The portfolio will center on integra- credit is normally granted for course Student Life and their advisors, and tive work (projects, papers, reflec- work taken at other accredited, submit to the associate registrar of tions) drawn from courses, reflections graduate-level seminaries. Upon pre- their campus a completed petition at benchmark points throughout the sentation of a statement of honorable form before any refunds can be given. course of seminary, and internship dismissal from another seminary, the If a student withdraws from the experience(s). Student integrative transcript will be evaluated in terms seminary and subsequently desires learning will culminate in a senior of required courses and standards of to re-enroll, the student must submit seminar course in which students Bethel Seminary. Partial credit may be a letter requesting readmission. This will integrate their learning around a given for course work taken at nonac- letter must indicate what the student ministry case study. credited seminaries upon completion has done since leaving seminary, cur- of validation examinations. Credits rent goals, and how seminary fits into Time Limits for Degrees for courses graded below C (2.0) will those goals. not be accepted. Credits for courses All requirements for the Master of taken more than 15 years prior to the Divinity degree are to be met within transfer will not be accepted. Candi- eight years of the time of the student’s dates for a degree are required to take initial enrollment, with the exception a minimum of 48 credits in residence. of the InMinistry program, in which Transfer students will normally be re- the time limit is 10 years. Require- quired to complete at least one course ments for the Master of Arts day in each core discipline at Bethel.

98 Cost of Education for M.A.C.M.L. students: St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East SP500 Participation fee (St. Paul)...... $25 2008-2009 SP001 Formation assessments (St. Paul)...... $400 Bethel Seminary is a part of the missionary enterprise of the M.A.C.T. students: Baptist General Conference. It is supported by the churches of SP500 Participation fee (St. Paul)...... $25 the conference in order to train competent leaders for places of SP001 Formation assessments (St. Paul)...... $400 service in the United States, Canada, and overseas. The greater M.A.G.C.S. students: part of the cost of educating a seminary student is cared for by SP500 Participation fee (St. Paul)...... $25 supporters of Bethel Seminary. The Board of Trustees reserves SP001 Formation assessments (St. Paul)...... $400 the right to change any charges or regulations listed in this catalog. M.A.M.F.T. students: SP502 Participation fee (St. Paul)...... $50 Tuition and Fees for the Traditional Program SP001 Formation assessments (St. Paul)...... $400 Application fee (nonrefundable)...... $20 SP602 Participation fee (St. Paul)...... $100 Tuition, 2008-09, full-time MF504 Assessments (San Diego)...... $200 enrollment, 48 quarter hours...... $15,600 PC500 Participation fee (St. Paul)...... $20 Tuition, per quarter hour...... $325 M.Div. students: Tuition, per 4-credit course...... $1,300 SP500 Participation fee (St. Paul)...... $25 Student activity fee, per quarter...... $10 SP600 Participation fee (St. Paul)...... $25 San Diego campus library fee...... $10 SP700 Participation fee (St. Paul)...... $25 Independent study surcharge SP001 Formation assessments (St. Paul)...... $400 (in addition to course tuition) ...... $175 SP501 Participation fee (San Diego)...... $200 Marriage and Family Therapy Supervised TL552 Vocational assessments (St. Paul)...... $300 Clinical Experience Continuation Fee...... $250 TL552A Assessments (San Diego)...... $200 (see pages 126, 127) Graduate Research Seminar fee...... $25 Spouses may take assessments at a reduced rate. See the De- Integrative Portfolio fee...... TBA partment of Supervised Ministry for details (St. Paul). Note: Tuition is due the first day of the quarter. Registration is not complete until tuition has been paid or arrangements Tuition and fees are due the first day of each quarter. made with the Business Office. There is a 1 percent monthly finance charge for late payment. Clinical Pastoral Education Fee Students enrolled in Clinical Pastoral Education programs Auditing Charge (CPE) and registered for PC705 (PC205) will pay the differ- Normal charge per course...... $200 ence between the usual tuition for up to three courses and Pastors and full-time employees of Christian ministry the charges by the hospital training center for one unit (440 agencies (and their spouses), per course...... $100 hours) of CPE. See the registrar for further details. Senior citizens, per course...... $100 Student Activity Fee Master’s degree students and their spouses may audit courses Per quarter...... $10 (with the exception of InMinistry courses) without charge. This fee entitles students to the various noninstructional See page 89. Bethel Seminary graduates who qualify for the services of the seminary. Lifetime Education program may audit courses for a $25 registration fee per course. See page 12. Registration Fees Change of registration fee (per time) ...... $10 Assessment, Testing, and Participation Fees Change of delivery system fee (per change)...... $100 These fees are charged in addition to regular tuition for these Late registration fee...... $50 courses. Tuition is charged at $325 per quarter hour. Preaching practica drop fee...... $50 M.A.T.S. students: Special registration fee...... $50 per year SP505 Participation fee (St. Paul) ...... $25 (Applies to students engaged in off-campus SP001 Assessments (St. Paul)...... $400 programs while maintaining student status) SP504 Testing fee (San Diego)...... $200 Independent study fee...... $175 plus tuition

M.A.C.E. students: Late Payment Fee SP505 Participation fee (St. Paul)...... $25 Registration is not considered complete until tuition has SP001 Formation assessments (St. Paul)...... $400 been paid in full at the beginning of each quarter or arrange- TL552 Vocational assessments (St. Paul)...... $300 ments made for payment. There is a 1 percent finance charge SP504 Testing fee (San Diego)...... $200 monthly for late payment. TL552 Assessments (San Diego)...... $200

99 Housing Tuition and Fees for InMinistry Program Monthly Apartment Rates (M.Div., M.A.C.F.M., M.A.C.T., M.A.G.C.S., and Single students: M.A.T.L.) Large efficiency...... $525 Application fee (nonrefundable)...... $20 One-bedroom with one occupant...... $650 Tuition, per credit hour...... $325 One-bedroom with two occupants, per person...... $330 Graduate Research Seminar fee...... $25 Two bedroom with two occupants, per person...... $395 SP001 Formation assessments...... $400 Married students or single parents: TL001 Vocational assessments ...... $300 One bedroom...... $650 Testing fees for assessments will be charged at the time the Two bedroom ...... $800 assessment is offered. Three bedroom...... $920 Integrative Portfolio fee...... TBA Late payment fee ...... $25 Most InMinistry assessments are designed to be taken on- Transcripts line, although some may need to be proctored. Interpreta- Transcripts cannot be issued until all accounts are paid in tions will take place during on-campus intensives: full. The charge for each transcript issued is $2. Requests for Unreturned assessment materials...... $50 transcripts must be made in writing. Retake assessment(s)...... $100

Graduation Fees Tuition and Fees for Doctor of Ministry Program Certificate fee...... $10 Self-Directed Program (formerly Traditional Program) M.A., M.Div...... $40 Tuition, annual...... $3,718.90 A refund of $5 will be made upon return of cap, gown, and Thesis project and graduation fee...... $650 hood. Diplomas will not be granted until satisfactory ar- Continuation fee (per quarter beyond fourth year)... $250

St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East rangements have been made for financial obligations to the Tuition is charged in four quarterly billings of $929.73. school. Candidates for degrees from San Diego and Seminary Leading From the Inside Out Program of the East should consult the associate registrar on their Tuition, annual...... $4,548.82 campus for commencement fees. Thesis project and graduation fee...... $650 Continuation fee (per quarter beyond fourth year)... $250 Tuition Payment Tuition is charged in four quarterly billings of $1,137.21. Tuition is due in full at the beginning of each term. Students who are unable to meet this obligation may apply for a ­Federal Emerging Leaders Program Stafford Loan through the Office of University Financial Aid. Tuition, annual...... $5,798.82 Loan applications should be made well in advance of registra- Thesis project and graduation fee...... $650 tion for funds to be available at the beginning of the quarter. Continuation fee (per quarter beyond fourth year)... $250 Tuition is charged in four quarterly billings of $1.449.71. Enrollment in classes for succeeding terms is dependent on full payment of the previous term’s expenses. Students Gallup Cohort Program whose accounts are in arrears must have authorization from Tuition, annual...... $7,375 the Business Office before they will be allowed to register for Thesis project and graduation fee...... $650 subsequent terms. Continuation fee (per quarter beyond fourth year)... $250 Tuition is charged in four quarterly billings of $1,843.75. Tuition and Fees for SemPM Program Refunds—St. Paul Application fee (nonrefundable)...... $20 Students who find it necessary to drop courses or discontin- Tuition per credit hour...... $325 ue school after registration and who complete the ­necessary Student activity fee, per quarter...... $10 forms for that purpose will be granted refunds according to Graduate Research Seminar fee...... $25 the following scale: Assessments...... $400 Before the first day of the quarter...... 100% M.A. SP001 Formation assessments...... $400 Through the end of the second week of the term...... 90% M.Div. Completion TL002 Vocational assessments... $300 Through the end of the third week of the term...... 70% Integrative Portfolio fee...... TBA Through the end of the fourth week of the term...... 50% Through the end of the fifth week of the term...... 30% After the fifth week fo the term...... No refund Students who register for courses, do not attend, and do not fill out the appropriate withdrawal paperwork in the regis- trar’s office will be charged 25 percent of the course tuition. Students who drop summer courses will be refunded at the same rate as above for the first three weeks, with no refund

100 granted after that time. In the one-week June and July ses- Refunds—San Diego St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East sions, one day of class is considered two weeks of the course, In accordance with California law, application, registration, and refunds are granted accordingly. In the two-week Sep- and tuition fees are fully refundable up to three full days fol- tember session, one day is considered one week. lowing the date of payment of those fees, provided that the student has not attended classes, participated in educational InMinistry courses will be granted at the above rate. Please activities, or utilized any educational materials or services check with the registrar’s office for specific course refund of the seminary, and provided that the student files a written schedules. cancellation form with the associate registrar. Refunds in the SemPM (modular) program will be based on If a student begins classes and then withdraws, and does not the following schedule: cancel enrollment within three days following the payment of For 10-week courses, written withdrawal: fees, monies will be refunded according to the following policy: Before the first class meeting...... 100% Before the start of the term...... 100% Before the second class meeting...... 90% Through the end of the second week of the term...... 90% Before the third class meeting...... 70% Through the end of the third week of the term...... 70% Before the fourth class meeting...... 50% Through the end of the fourth week of the term...... 50% Before the fifth class meeting...... 30% Through the end of the fifth week of the term...... 30% After the fifth class meeting...... No refund After the fifth week fo the term...... No refund For 5-week courses, written withdrawal: Note: Specific refund schedules for courses less than 10 • Prior to the start of the first class session: weeks in length are published in the course brochures. 100 percent refund • Prior to the start of the third class session: Refunds—Seminary of the East 30 percent refund Before the first class meeting...... 100% • No refunds will be granted after the start of the third Before the second class meeting...... 90% class session. Before the third class meeting...... 70% Before the fourth class meeting...... 50% Refunds for the Doctor of Ministry Program Before the fifth class meeting...... 30% A student registered in the Doctor of Ministry program is After the fifth class meeting...... No refund billed for the entire program in a quarterly installment basis. There is no provision for a tuition refund in the event of Students dropping a course that meets on a block schedule withdrawal or termination from the program. If a student will be granted refunds on a prorated basis with two weeks withdraws, or is terminated from the program, any future equal to one meeting on the standard refund policy. quarterly billing installments will cease, and the student will be responsible for any outstanding balance on his or her Students dropping a course that meets through the entire student account. academic year will be granted refunds on a prorated basis with three weeks equal to one meeting on the standard Students who believe individual circumstances warrant ex- refund policy. ceptions from published refund policy should address their appeals to the APAAC through the Office of the Registrar.

101 Financial Aid Principles The financial aid program at Bethel Seminary is designed to assist students who have limited resources and to aid students in financial planning for their seminary education. It is hoped that each student will be able to work out a financial plan that avoids undue financial pressure, excessive employment, or unmanageable indebtedness. The student is responsible for his or her educational and living expenses. However, the semi- nary seeks to assist the student in meeting expenses through a combination of grants, scholarships, loans, and employment. The financial aid program is based on the following prin- ciples, which have been approved by the Association of Theological Schools: 1. The primary purpose of a financial aid program for theo- logical students is to assist in their educational prepara- tion for church occupations and to make possible the enrollment of promising candidates by providing assis- tance to students who demonstrate financial need. 2. Financial need is defined as the difference between the total cost of attending seminary and the amount of the resources available to the student. St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East 3. Financial assistance consists of grants-in-aid, loans, em- ployment, and scholarships. 4. The family of a student, whether the student is unmar- ried or married, is expected to make every reasonable effort to assist the student with his or her educational expenses. 5. Students are expected to provide a major share of their expenses through savings and other assets or through work where feasible. 6. In the case of a married student with no children, the spouse who has completed formal education normally is expected to be gainfully employed. The spouse’s total earnings are to be considered as a part of the total family income. Because of the importance of this source of in- come, student couples who hope for financial aid should not normally anticipate that increased aid will offset loss of income resulting from having children. 7. The student’s home church is encouraged to assist with the costs of preparation for the ministry in cases where the student demonstrates financial need. 8. Financial assistance is granted on the basis of need on a year-to-year basis, with reapplication and review each year. 9. In cases where a student receives outside aid in the form of grants, scholarships, or other awards, the seminary re- serves the right to adjust Bethel’s gift aid so that the total award does not exceed the student’s tuition charges.

102 St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East Grants and Scholarships Students enrolled for at least eight (8) credits per quarter may be eligible for institutional grants and scholarships. Listed below is a brief description of available awards.*

Program Annual Amount Criteria Comments Eligible Campus/Programs Bethel University 100% tuition for Graduates from College of Arts & Complete Bethel Univer- All campuses Graduate Grant the third quarter of Sciences beginning full time the sity Financial Aid Appli- All programs enrollment quarter immediately following cation; not renewable graduation. Third quarter tuition is free after successfully com- pleting two quarters at full-time status. BGC Grant $600 Students who are members of Bethel University Finan- All campuses BGC churches enrolled for 8+ cial Application. Award- All programs credits/quarter ed fall, winter spring and summer; $150/quarter Campus Crusade/ 15% of tuition Currently employed full time by Bethel University Finan- St. Paul campus Young Life Grant Campus Crusade or Young Life cial Aid Application San Diego campus All programs International Student Varies Office of Seminary Admissions Renewable St. Paul campus only Grant and Recruitment selects recipi- Traditional program ents. only Kern Scholarship 100% tuition Selection committee nominates Funded by Kern Foun- St. Paul campus only individuals to Kern Foundation. dation, renewable, not Traditional program need-based; March 1 only deadline Multicultural Grant $400/quarter Only available on St. Paul cam- Complete Bethel Univer- St. Paul campus only pus; Need-based, full-time minor- sity Financial Aid Appli- ity students cation; renewable Incoming Student $2,000 New Traditional students starting Renewable; apply online St. Paul campus only Scholarships in the fall, or new SemPM and at www.bethel.edu/finaid/ All programs InMinistry students starting in the sem/index summer or fall Scholarships/Return- $300-$2,000 Students taking 8+ credits/quarter Students complete St. Paul campus only ing Students** separate scholarship All programs application online; not renewable Seminary Grant $400-$2,000 Students taking 8+ credits/quar- Apply using Bethel All campuses ter, need-based University Financial Aid All programs Application and FAFSA Spouse Tuition Grant 50% tuition Spouse of student enrolled full- Need-based; apply using All campuses discount on one time (8+ credits per quarter) in Bethel University Finan- All programs course/quarter degree program. Recipients are cial Aid Application and not eligible for other institution- FAFSA ally funded grants or scholarships. Intensives Travel Varies. Up to $800 Full-time InMinistry students Need-based; apply using St. Paul Campus Grant per year during intensives; students from Bethel University Finan- San Diego Campus the U.S. living 75 or more miles cial Aid Application and InMinistry program from campus; amount varies by FAFSA only (both campuses) location

*Current InMinistry and SemPM students who began studies prior to June 2006 are not eligible to receive funds from the programs listed above. Students in this category will continue to receive the automatic 15 percent tuition discount until graduation, provided enrollment continues without interruption.

**Bethel’s San Diego campus also has some scholarship money available to returning students. Please contact the San Diego Office of Admissions for application forms, procedures, and deadlines.

103 Sources of Financial Aid incurred for travel, vacation periods, Assistantships or family obligations. Grants are given Sources of financial aid include gift aid A limited number of assistantships are for one year but are renewable upon from Bethel in the form of grants and/ open to students with good academic evidence of satisfactory adjustment or scholarships; Federal Stafford Loans, records. Each student works under and progress, and if continued study is both subsidized and unsubsidized; the supervision of one or more faculty clearly indicated in terms of the pur- employment on or off campus; denomi- members. Students should contact poses of the program. Application is national and/or local church grants; and individual faculty members directly to made through the Office of Seminary military benefits. inquire about potential opportunities. Admissions and Recruitment. Applying for Financial Aid Student Loan Funds Financial Aid Satisfactory To apply for financial aid at Bethel Federal Stafford Loans are available Academic Progress Policy Seminary, a student must submit both to assist post-secondary education Federal regulations require that all the Free Application for Federal Stu- students in obtaining low-cost loans financial aid recipients progress at a dent Aid (FAFSA) and the Bethel for educational expenses. A qualified reasonable rate (“make satisfactory University Financial Aid Application. graduate student may borrow up to progress”) toward achieving a certifi- The FAFSA, which serves to assess $8,500 per academic year in a subsi- cate or degree. This requirement ap- financial need, is available on the web dized loan. plies to all terms regardless of whether (www.fafsa.ed.gov). The Bethel or not the student received financial University Financial Aid Application The Short-Term Emergency Loan Fund aid. Progress is reviewed annually, after is available from the Office of Univer- is made available to qualified students the spring quarter. Progress is measured sity Financial Aid or on the web through a generous donor who has by the student’s cumulative grade point (www.bethel.edu/finaid/sem). The made this loan fund possible. It is to average, credits earned in relation to

St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East results of both forms will indicate assist students who are enrolled at least those attempted, and the maximum eligibility for most types of financial half-time and are facing a financial time frame allowed to complete the aid, including grants and student loans. emergency beyond their control, such academic program. Students applying for endowed and as a medical crisis or death in the fam- 1. A cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required restricted scholarships will need to ily. It is not intended for the payment of to maintain satisfactory academic complete an additional online applica- regular bills, to pay normal education progress. tion. expenses, or to bridge the gap until 2. Each student must complete the an education loan is disbursed. A $10 Information on financial aid application minimum percentage of cumulative processing fee will be charged at repay- forms is available through the Office of attempted credits. The minimum ment and loans must be repaid within University Financial Aid or online at percentage is 66.67. For example, 60 days or May 15, whichever is earlier. www.bethel.edu/finaid/sem. a student who has attempted 24 Applications for Short-Term Emergency credits but only completed 12 has Loans are located in the Office of Uni- International Student Grants reached a percentage of 50 percent versity financial Aid. Certain funds are available to aid quali- and is therefore not making satisfac- fied foreign students who would like Additional information pertaining to tory academic progress. to study at Bethel and who show po- financial assistance is available from the 3. Students must complete their tential for Christian leadership in their Office of University Financial Aid or degree in a maximum of 216 at- own countries. The university does online at www.bethel.edu/finaid/sem. tempted credits (M.Div.) or 144 not assume responsibility for expenses attempted credits (M.A.). Students are no longer eligible to receive financial aid after they have reached these maximums. For example: If a student has already attempted 208 credits, the student will only be eligible for federal aid for an addi- tional eight credits. Earned credits, for purposes of this policy, are those in which the student earns a grade of A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, C-, D+, D or P. (Maximum ­allowable credits graded under the “P” option are defined by the registrar.)

104 St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East Financial Aid Probation and with a financial aid counselor in the Of- 2. Financial Aid Refunds for Institu- Termination fice of University Financial Aid if they tional and Third-Party Funds. After have any questions about this policy, calculating the federal refund policy, Students who do not meet the above the appeal process, or reinstatement of Bethel calculates the potential refunds standards of satisfactory progress at the financial aid eligibility. of state, institutional, and private funds. end of spring quarter will automatically Students who borrow a Minnesota be placed on financial aid probation for Financial Aid Refunds SELF loan are subject to the Minnesota the following academic year. Financial refund calculation. Students with insti- There are four sources of financial aid: aid may still be received during the tutional aid and/or third-party sources Federal Government (Title IV funds), probation period. At the end of the of gift aid will have their aid reduced State Governments, Bethel University, probation period, the student must by the same percent as their tuition was and private third-party organizations again be making satisfactory academic reduced. progress as outlined above or financial (i.e., Dollars for Scholars). Financial aid aid will be terminated. Students will be is refunded in accordance with policies Sample Refund Calculation. ­Because removed from financial aid probation established by each entity. Refunds are there are several different refund if they are again making satisfactory first calculated for federal funds, then policies involved in most withdrawals, academic progress. Students who are state funds, then Bethel/third-party students may still owe money to the academically dismissed (and not rein- funds. school after all calculations are com- pleted. Students considering withdraw- stated on appeal) by the Office of the 1. Federal (Return of Title IV Funds) al are encouraged to visit a financial aid Registrar are immediately terminated Refund Policy. If a student withdraws counselor and simulate the financial from financial aid without a probation or is expelled from Bethel after a term effect of withdrawing before officially period. has begun, the school or the student withdrawing from the university. may be required to return some of the Appeals federal aid funds awarded to the student. Suppose a student is enrolled for 12 Students who fail to meet satisfactory This “Return of Title IV Funds” policy is credits and withdraws from all classes academic progress standards and lose required by federal rules and went into after completing 30 days of a 69-day financial aid eligibility can appeal this effect at Bethel on July 1, 2000. quarter. This student borrowed excess Stafford loan to use for living expenses, decision. The appeal must be made in The federal formula requires a return and received a check for $2,390 prior writing and should be accompanied by of Title IV (federal) aid if the student to withdrawing. Sample charges and appropriate supporting documentation. received federal financial assistance in financial aid are listed below. After Appeals should be submitted to the Of- the form of a Stafford Loan, or Grad applying all the refund calculations, fice of University Financial Aid and will PLUS Loan and withdrew on or before this student will owe Bethel $1,951, be evaluated by a cross-departmental completing 60 percent of the term. The and will owe $2,609 in Stafford Loans appeal Committee. Acceptable reasons percentage of Title IV aid to be returned ($6,000 loan minus $3,391 refund to for appeal include injury or illness of is equal to the number of days remain- lender = $2,609). the student, illness or death of an im- ing in the term divided by the number mediate relative of the student, or other of calendar days in the term. Scheduled extenuating circumstances beyond the breaks of more than four consecutive student’s control. days are excluded.

Re-establishing Financial Refund Calculation Summary Aid Eligibility Account Running Students who have had their financial Activity Balance aid terminated due to lack of satisfac- Tuition $ 3,600 tory academic progress may choose to Student Activity Fee $ 10 enroll without benefit of financial aid. Such students may request a review of Total Charges $ 3,610 $ 3,610 their academic record after any term Stafford Loan posted Oct. 10 $ (6,000) $ (2,390) in which they are enrolled without the Credit refunded to student Oct. 17 $ 2,390 $ - receipt of financial aid to determine Student withdrew from all classes Oct. 26 whether they have met the satisfactory academic progress standards. If the Tuition Refund—40% (Oct. 26) $ (1,440) $ (1,440) standards are met, financial aid eligibil- Stafford Loan Refunded to Lender (Nov. 2) $ 3,391 $ 1,951 ity is restored for subsequent terms of enrollment. Students should consult

105 Courses for Spouses The Office of Admissions will be happy added benefit for spouses of master’s to send information about the cer- level degree students in the resident Wives and husbands of seminary stu- tificate and degree programs, or about programs is free audits in all seminary dents are encouraged to take advantage taking one or more selected courses. level courses; audited courses must not of the stimulating opportunities for Those desiring to take seminary work exceed the number of courses taken for study while on campus. As an incen- for credit should submit an applica- credit by the spouse. Due to the tech- tive to study, special tuition credit is tion form and a transcript of their nical nature of distance courses, the available for spouses of students in college work. Upon approval of those spouse audit benefit does not apply to the master’s programs while both are ­materials, the spouse who demon- the InMinistry program. enrolled in course work. This benefit strates need will receive up to one class is given to those who apply and have a each quarter for one-half tuition. An demonstrated need. St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East

106 Courses of Study ST. PAUL, SAN DIEGO, AND SEMINARY OF THE EAST CAMPUSES

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107 The Center for Biblical and Theological Foundations Old Testament New Testament Historical Studies Theological Studies

hrough teaching and mentoring, Reflecting theologically means not disciplines of Old Testament, New Tfaculty members in the Center only learning historical and theologi- Testament, history, and theology. The for Biblical and Theological Founda- cal ideas, but gaining skills of critical biblical disciplines include Hebrew tions seek to lead students to mature and reflective thought. And applica- and Greek language and interpretation. understanding of the Bible and the tion means allowing Christian truth to In history and theology, a student will Christian worldview. The goal is that shape experiences of spiritual growth, find courses in church history, historical each student will know God’s Word, both individually and communally, and theology, systematic theology, philoso- reflect on its teaching theologically, finding points of integration by which phy of religion, and theological ethics. and apply it appropriately. Knowing the Christian worldview controls the This area supports study in Christian the Bible includes not just learning its practices of ministry and leadership. thought, which at Bethel involves content, but developing good skills an integrative process of learning in The Center for Biblical and Theologi- of Bible interpretation, in many cases apologetics, philosophy of religion, and cal Foundations includes work in the including the use of biblical languages. theology.

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the meaning of God’s self-expression. will gain practical skill in interpreting St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East “New believers need Engagement with the Old Testament the primary literary genres of Scrip- provides understanding that Christians ture. This course should be taken as massive doses, over will synthesize into a comprehensive soon as possible after entering semi- long periods of time, and captivating Christian worldview. nary. Four hours. Study of the Old Testament also en- of spiritual stimulants BT/BI501 is a prerequisite for all ad- courages readers to see their own lives vanced courses in Old Testament in St. that will transition as part of the great story of God’s deal- Paul. them to the kinds of ing with His creation. So academic Bible study is not just an end in itself, BT/BI501 is a recommended prereq- thoughts, habits, re- but leads to another goal, giving fuel to uisite for all advanced courses in Old sponses, and patterns spiritual life and guidance for transfor- Testament in San Diego and Seminary mational ministry. of the East. of living that will make Objectives: The sequence of core courses (OT501, them truly unique in OT502, and OT503; or OT551, OT552, Jesus Christ. . . New Study in Old Testament enables and OT553) is designed to give students believers today come students to: a general understanding of: 1. develop skills of disciplined 1. the nature of the Old Testament into the kingdom Bible study, especially in the Old literature; literally saturated with ­Testament; 2. the content of the Old Testament; 2. understand the geographical, 3. contemporary approaches to the mental and lifestyle ­historical, and cultural contexts that Old Testament; and addictions to non- form the background of the Old 4. the relevance of the message of the Testament and its books; Old Testament for today. truth values such as 3. acquire a sequential knowledge of Students enrolled in the Greek/Hebrew the major themes of the Hebrew relativism, pluralism, language track will normally com- Bible; mence the sequence of Old Testament hedonism, sensualism, 4. understand how the wisdom of the language courses in the fall quarter of Old Testament shapes Christian liv- materialism, tempo- their second year. Students will then ing and ministry; and ralism, and existential- commence the Old Testament courses 5. find inspiration and clear after they have completed one year of ism. All counter to the direction for passionate devotion to Hebrew. teachings of Christ.” Christ and transformational service to His church and to the world. OT501 (OT101) • Genesis-Ruth. An examination of the books of Genesis Joseph Stowell 1. Basic Studies through Ruth, including the contents, major themes, and theological mes- BI502 (BI102) • Linguistics and Bibli- sages of each. Special emphasis is cal Interpretation. An exploration of Old Testament placed on the nature and significance of the nature and significance of language God’s promises and covenants with His Paul W. Ferris Jr. in relation to biblical and theological people. Special attention also is given David M. Howard Jr. studies. Topics will include discourse to legitimate ways of reading the Bible. Peter Vogt and narrative analysis, the nature of This involves understanding the par- Daniel Watson grammar and syntax, word meanings, ticular qualities of narrative literature and social/ cultural aspects of lan- and of Old Testament law, and develop- Old Testament study is the disciplined guage. The course will also include an ing a valid hermeneutic for interpret- examination of the Hebrew Bible. Work examination of the nature and philoso- ing them. Prerequisite or concurrent in Old Testament uses tools like He- phy of contemporary Bible translations. enrollment: BT501/BI501. Four hours. brew language, historical background, San Diego only. Four hours. archeological data, and cultural insight so that students of God’s Word can enter BT501/BI501 (BT101/BI101) • Herme- into the social context where God first neutics. An introduction to the rela- inspired humans to write the Bible. A tionship of writer, text, and reader in primary goal of study in the Old Testa- the interpretation process (philosophi- ment is enabling students to use these cal hermeneutics) and to methods for tools so they can ­accurately uncover studying the Bible (exegesis). Students Course descriptions apply to all Bethel locations unless otherwise noted.

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OT502 • 1 Samuel-Song of Songs. An of God’s promises and covenants with wisdom books. It will provide a general examination of the books of 1 Samuel His people. Special attention also is literary and theological overview of through Song of Songs, including the given to legitimate ways of reading these books, as well as in-depth studies contents, major themes, and theologi- the Bible. This involves understand- of certain key sections of the Psalter, es- cal messages of each. Special emphasis ing the particular qualities of narrative pecially with regard to how the ancient is placed on the human and divine literature and of Old Testament law, poets used literary form to enhance dimensions of the kingdom of God, and developing a valid hermeneutic theological meaning. Essential to this as well as continuity of themes with for interpreting them. Students will class is its attempt to probe the profun- earlier Scriptures. Special attention also build on their Hebrew knowledge and dity of spiritual experience expressed is given to legitimate ways of reading exegetical skills. Prerequisites: BT501/ in these books. Seminary of the East the Bible. This involves understand- BI501 and Hebrew Language sequence only. Four hours. ing the particular qualities of Hebrew (OT521-522). Prerequisite does not ap- OT640 (OT115) • Hebrew Bible Read- poetic and wisdom texts, and develop- ply to BSOE. Four hours. ings. For San Diego students, this ing a valid hermeneutic for interpreting OT552 (OT112) • 1 Samuel-Song of course is an introduction to the prin- them. Exposure to proper methods of Songs (Hebrew). An examination of ciples and methodology of Old Testa- interpreting Old Testament narrative the books of 1 Samuel through Song of ment exegesis through the systematic texts is presupposed. Prerequisites: Songs, including the contents, major study of a biblical book in the Hebrew BT501/BI501 and OT501. Prerequisite themes, and theological messages of text. Attention will be given to essential OT501 does not apply to San Diego or each. Special emphasis is placed on the issues such as textual criticism, his- BSOE. Four hours. human and divine dimensions of the torical background, literary genre and OT503 (OT103) • Isaiah-Malachi. An kingdom of God, as well as continuity structure, and the contribution of syn- investigation into Israel’s prophetic lit- of themes with earlier Scriptures. Spe- thesized exegesis to the development erature. While students are introduced to cial attention also is given to legitimate of biblical theology. The biblical book St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East recent scholarship on this material, the ways of reading the Bible. This involves studied may vary from year to year. San primary emphasis will be on the per- understanding the particular qualities Diego prerequisite: OT531. Four hours. suasive nature of Hebrew prophecy and of Hebrew poetic and wisdom texts, OT641• Hebrew Exegesis: Proph- the content and theology of the pro- and developing a valid hermeneutic for ets. Hebrew Exegesis is designed to phetic books. This course also includes interpreting them. Exposure to proper build on the Hebrew Language course a review of selected issues of Bible methods of interpreting Old Testa- sequence. Its goal is to amplify the introduction. Prerequisites: BT501/ ment narrative texts is presupposed. benefits of learning and using biblical BI501, OT501, and OT502. Prerequi- Students will build on their Hebrew Hebrew by enhancing one’s vocabulary sites OT501 and OT502 do not apply to knowledge and exegetical skills. Pre- and understanding of Hebrew syntax. San Diego or BSOE. (Note: OT502 not requisites: BT501/BI501, OT551, and The course provides practice of prin- required for some degree programs.) Hebrew Language sequence. Prerequi- ciples and methods of interpreting the Four hours. site does not apply to BSOE. Four hours. Hebrew Bible. The focus is on exposi- OT521 (OT108) • Hebrew Language I. OT553 (OT113) • Isaiah-Malachi tion with an aim to apply the meaning The basic elements of biblical Hebrew (Hebrew). An investigation into Israel’s of the text to personal spiritual devel- are studied. Four hours. prophetic literature. While students opment, doing “real-time” theology, are introduced to recent scholarship teaching and preaching. Prerequisite: OT522 (OT109) • Hebrew Language on this material, the primary empha- OT521, OT522 and OT531. Four hours. II. A continuation of Hebrew Language sis will be on the persuasive nature I, focusing on the strong verb. Prereq- of Hebrew prophecy and the content 2. Advanced Studies uisite: OT521. Four hours. and theology of the prophetic books. In St. Paul, OT501 is prerequisite for all OT531 (OT110) • Intermediate He- Students will build on their Hebrew advanced OT courses. brew Grammar. A review and ex- knowledge and exegetical skills. This OT601 (OT211) • Exposition of pansion of first-year morphology and course also includes a review of select- ­G e n e s i s . An investigation into the syntax, with translation of selected ed issues of Bible introduction. Prereq- book of Genesis, with special emphasis passages and continued vocabulary uisites: BT501/BI501, OT551, OT552, on the nature and theology of Israel’s building. Special attention is given to and Hebrew language sequence. (Note: primeval history, and the patriarchal syntax, textual criticism, and transla- OT552 is not required for some degree narratives. Emphasis will also be tion techniques. Prerequisite: OT522. programs.) Prerequisite does not apply placed on the theological and homileti- to BSOE. Four hours. OT551 (OT111) • Genesis-Ruth (He- cal value of selected texts. Four hours. brew). An examination of the books of OT554 (OT114SE) • Psalms and Genesis through Ruth, including the Wisdom. This course is designed to Course descriptions apply to contents, major themes, and theologi- introduce the student to the beauty and all Bethel locations unless cal messages of each. Special emphasis power of Hebrew poetry as it presents otherwise noted. is placed on the nature and significance itself in the book of Psalms and the

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OT602 (OT212) • Exposition of special literary qualities and message agony and lamentations concerning St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East ­E x o d u s . An investigation into Israel’s of the book of Job. Emphasis will be repeated threats and persecutions, and literary traditions of the nation’s exo- placed on the contribution made by his commitment to unveil the deceptive dus from Egypt. The focus will be on this book to a biblical understanding message of the religious leaders of his the nature and theology of the deliver- of grief and suffering, and how God’s day. Four hours. ance narratives and on the Sinaitic rev- sovereignty, justice, and wisdom are OT615 (OT243) • Exposition of elation. Emphasis also will be placed related to human behavior. The pasto- Ezekiel. A study of the ministry and on the significance of this revelation in ral implications of its message for today message of Ezekiel, paying particular Israelite history and theology, as well as will be explored. Four hours. attention to his understanding of his its relevance for today. Four hours. OT611 (OT232) • Exposition of the audience, his response to the condi- OT603 (OT214) • Exposition of Deu- Book of Psalms. A study of the prayers tions of his audience, and his method teronomy. An investigation into the lit- for God’s help in times of trouble, of communicating his message. Four erary form and theology of the book of hymns of praise to worship God the hours. Deuteronomy. Emphasis will be placed King, and the nation’s hopes for the OT616 (OT244) • Exposition of on the nature of covenant relationship future coming of the Messianic Son of ­D a n i e l . An analysis of the visions and and the significance of the book of David. stories in Daniel to understand how the Deuteronomy in Israelite and Christian Four hours. sovereign rule of God over the world tradition. Four hours. OT612 (OT233) • Exposition of the brings hope to Babylonians as well as OT605 (OT222) • Exposition of the Book of Proverbs. An introduction to Israelite exiles who wait for His future Book of Judges. An investigation into the setting of the book of Proverbs in kingdom amidst persecution. Four the book of Judges as a representative the wisdom milieu of the ancient Near hours. sample of Deuteronomistic historiog- East. Each section of the book will be OT618 (OT253) • Exposition of Amos. raphy. Emphasis will be placed on the mined for the practical wisdom it pro- A detailed study of the text, structure, literary nature of the book, its distinc- vides. Application will be made to our and background of Amos’ critique of tive message, and its relevance for the contemporary experience and ministry. social oppression against the poor, false church today. Four hours. Four hours. expectations of blessing by the rich, OT609 (OT227) • Exposition of Ezra OT613 (OT240) • Exposition of and empty ritual at Israelite places of and Nehemiah. The postexilic period ­Isaiah. A study of Isaiah’s call for worship. Four hours. contains a rich story of the struggles of Judah to trust God, the great King and OT620 (OT256) • Exposition of a small community of believers against Savior of the nation. God will judge ­M i c a h . An analysis of the message of a loss of ethnic and religious identity, all proud nations, forgive the people’s the prophet Micah with special empha- political persecution, and economic sin through the death of the suffering sis on the methods used to persuade failure. Through the stirring of God’s servant, and establish His eternal king- his audience to transform their view of Spirit, bold new steps were taken to dom. Four hours. reality. Four hours. preserve the faith and solidarity of the OT614 (OT241) • Exposition of covenant people. Four hours. OT700 (OT235) • Exposition of ­Jeremiah. A seminar on Jeremiah’s Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of OT610 (OT231) • Exposition of the doubts about his call, his powerful Songs. An investigation into the role Book of Job. An investigation into the preaching of judgment and hope, his of wisdom in Israelite society and the distinctive nature of Israelite wisdom literature. Special emphasis will be placed on the ancient Near Eastern cultural environment from which this material arose, as well as the relevance of Israelite wisdom in developing a biblical ethic for today. Four hours. OT707 (OT261) • Literary Back- grounds to the Old Testament. An examination of the ancient Near East- ern cultural background to the Old Tes- tament. Special emphasis will be placed on the relationship between literary forms and motifs inside and outside the Old Testament. Four hours.

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OT710 (OT264) • Historical Geogra- Objectives: phy and Archaeology. An understand- “Faith is not opposed ing of the time, place, and culture in Study in New Testament enables which God’s revelation was delivered. to knowledge; it is students to: Topics covered include regional aspects opposed to sight. And 1. develop skills of disciplined Bible of the land of the Bible, the relationship study, including reading the New of humans to their environment, the grace is not opposed Testament; concept of “place” and its effects, and the to effort; it is opposed 2. understand the historical contexts theological concept of “land.” Four hours. of the New Testament and its books; to earning. Commit- 3. understand major themes of the OT716 (OT213) • Old Testament ment is not sustained Bible written by the church; Theology. 4. understand how the wisdom of the A discussion of various theological by confusion, but by New Testament shapes Christian perspectives on such prominent themes insight. The person living and ministry; and in the Old Testament revelation as 5. find inspiration and clear direction creation, anthropology, sin, covenant, who is uninformed or for passionate devotion to Christ sacrifice, and law. Cross-listed with confused inevitably and transformational service to His BT716. Four hours. will be unstable and church and to the world. OT751 (OT260) • Seminar in Old Testament. Discussion of problems vulnerable in action, 1. Basic Studies currently being raised by Old Testa- thought, and feeling.” BT501/BI501 (BT101/BI101) • ment research with extended reading ­Hermeneutics. in relevant contemporary literature. Dallas Willard An introduction to the relationship of St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East Topics of investigation are determined writer, text, and reader in the interpre- on the basis of student need and inter- tation process (philosophical herme- est. Prerequisite: permission of the neutics) and to methods for studying professor. Four hours. the Bible (exegesis). Students will gain New Testament OT670 (OT270) • Independent Study practical skill in interpreting the primary Jeannine Brown Thorsten Moritz in Old Testament. Research and study literary genres of Scripture. This course Dan Gurtner Mark Strauss by arrangement with the professor. should be taken as soon as possible Brian Labosier (Permission is required.) after entering seminary. Four hours. BT/BI501 is a prerequisite for all ad- Study in New Testament is the disci- 3. Advanced Courses in vanced courses in New Testament in plined exploration of God’s revelation Biblical Theology St. Paul. to the church. By using tools like Greek BT631 (BT211) • History of Interpre- language, historical background, and BT/BI501 is a recommended prereq- tation. Minor attention will be given cultural insight, students of God’s uisite for all advanced courses in New to the schools and movements from Word can enter into the social milieu of Testament in San Diego and Seminary the Apostolic Age to the middle of the the first Christian century. A primary of the East. 19th century, with major concentration goal of study in the New Testament is NT521, NT522 (NT108, NT109) • on the schools and movements from developing students’ ability to use all Introduction to the Greek Lan- the middle of the late 19th century to available tools so that they can accurately guage. Presentation of fundamentals the present day. Offered according to discover the meaning of God’s self- pertaining to the Greek verb, noun, demand. Four hours. revelation. Interacting with the New and clause with respect to forms and Testament creates the knowledge base BT750 (BT212) • Seminar in Biblical simple relationship (syntax). Reading that a believer uses when building a Theology: Old Testament. Discus- and understanding of materials with comprehensive Christian worldview. sion of major themes currently being elementary vocabulary. Equivalent to a It must also invite readers to see their debated as the result of recent resurgent year of undergraduate Greek. Auditing own lives as part of the great mission interest in the biblical theology of the is allowed with permission; see page of God to call out a people for His own Old Testament. Four hours. 92. Eight hours. name. Thus, academic study of the BT716 (BT213) • Old Testament Bible is not an end in itself, but points Theology. A discussion of various theo- beyond itself, stimulating spiritual life logical perspectives on such prominent and shaping all transformational min- themes in the Old Testament revelation istry. Course descriptions apply to as creation, anthropology, sin, cov- all Bethel locations unless enant, sacrifice, and law. Cross-listed otherwise noted. with OT716. Four hours.

112 Center for Biblical and Theological Foundations St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East 2. Introduction to Exegesis NT503 (NT103) • Hebrews through Gospel text in the context of the com- Revelation. A consideration of histori- pleted narrative and with sensitivity The first task of exegesis is to under- cal and critical problems, a survey of to the author’s conceptual framework. stand what the writer actually said in contents, and exposition of selected Prerequisites: BT501/BI501 and NT531. the language and the setting of his day. passages. Prerequisite: BT501/BI501; In St. Paul only. Four hours. This means that the student needs to San Diego recommended prerequisites: NT552 (NT112) • Acts and Pauline become acquainted with the gram- NT501 and NT502. Four hours. matical, lexical, textual, literary, and Letters (Greek). The Acts of the historical aspects of the biblical text, NT511 (NT101SE) • The Gospels. An Apostles and the Pauline letters will be and needs to know and use the various exploration of the radical nature of the surveyed, and there will be an exami- exegetical aids that are available. life and teachings of Jesus Christ, as nation of introductory issues pertain- well as their transmission and incor- ing to this literature. The focus of the poration into the Gospels. This course course will be on Greek exegesis from “We live in what may is built around a study of key passages selected passages of Acts and the Pau- be the most anti-intel- in the English Bible. Recommended line letters. Prerequisites: BT501/BI501, prerequisite: BT501. Seminary of the NT531. St. Paul only. Four hours. lectual period in the East only. Four hours. NT561 (NT111SE) • The Gospels history of Western NT512 (NT102SE) • Emergence of the (Greek). An exploration of the radical civilization. . . We Christian Community. An explora- nature of the life and teachings of Jesus must have passion– tion of God’s work in and through the Christ, as well as their transmission new covenant community of the early and incorporation into the Gospels. indeed hearts on fire church, especially as described in the This course is built around a study of for the things of God. Acts of the Apostles, the Pauline Epis- key passages in the Greek text of the tles, the General Epistles, and Revela- Gospels. Recommended prerequisites: But that passion must tion. This course is built around a study BT501 and NT532. Seminary of the East resist with intensity of key passages in the English Bible. only. Four hours. Recommended prerequisites: BT501 NT562 (NT112SE) • Emergence of the the anti-intellectual and NT511. Seminary of the East only. Christian Community (Greek). An Four hours. spirit of the world.” exploration of God’s work in and NT531 (NT110) • Intermediate Greek through the new covenant community R. C. Sproul Grammar/Using Greek in New Testa- of the early church, especially as de- ment Exegesis. A review of morphol- scribed in the Acts of the Apostles, the ogy, a survey of syntax, translation, and Pauline Epistles, the General Epistles, NT501 (NT101) • The Gospels. An vocabulary building, and the develop- and Revelation. This course is built introduction to the reading of the indi- ment of exegetical skills. Prerequisite: around a study of key passages in the vidual Gospels within their first-cen- passing of Greek qualifying exam or Greek text of this portion of the New tury contexts. The goal of this course successful completion of NT522. Three Testament. Recommended prerequi- is to develop the student’s capacity to or four hours. sites: BT501, NT532, and NT561. Semi- articulate the point of a Gospel text in nary of the East only. Four hours. the context of the completed narrative NT532 (NT110SE) • Intermediate and with sensitivity to the author’s Greek Grammar/Using Greek in NT641 (NT114) • Greek Exegesis. conceptual framework. Prerequisite: New Testament Exegesis. A study of This course is focused on exegesis of BT501/BI501. Four hours. intermediate Greek grammar combined the Greek text. Translation and syntac- with in-depth exegesis of selected New tical work will be the backbone of the NT502 (NT102) • Acts and Pauline Testament passages. Prerequisites: course, with some attention provided to Letters. The Acts of the Apostles and NT521 and NT522 (or passing the text-critical, lexical, and grammatical the Pauline letters will be surveyed, Greek qualifying examination). Four review. Prerequisite: passing of Greek and there will be an examination of hours. Qualifying Exam, and NT531 or equiv- introductory issues pertaining to this alent. St. Paul and San Diego. Four hours. literature. The focus of the course will NT551 (NT111) • The Gospels be on English exegesis from selected (Greek). An introduction to the read- passages of Acts and the Pauline letters. ing of the individual Gospels within Prerequisite: BT501/BI501. San Diego their first-century contexts, using the recommended prerequisite: NT501. students’ knowledge of Greek. The goal Four hours. of this course is to develop the student’s capacity to articulate the point of a

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3. Advanced Studies NT643 (NT223) • Greek Readings. BT751 (BT201) • Seminar in Biblical Involves translating various selections Theology: New Testament. Selected NT601-604 (NT200-203) • Book Stud- from the Septuagint, New Testament, themes from the biblical theology of ies on the Gospels. A concentrated and early Christian literature. Four the New Testament will be examined. study in the interpretation of one of the hours. The course may concentrate on syn- Gospels. The meaning of the author optic, Johannine, or Pauline theology. NT705 (NT224) • New Testament will be examined, as well as various Four hours. critical questions relating to the study Background. A study of the Jewish of the Gospels. Four hours. and Greco-Roman historical, religious, BT705 (BT202) • Unity of the Bible. and literary background of the New An attempt to discern the unity of all NT605 (NT204) • Acts. Consideration Testament. Emphasis will be placed on of Scripture using a biblical theology will be given to the book’s relationship primary source material. Four hours. approach. Four hours. to the third Gospel, authorship, date, place of writing, destination, speeches, NT709 (NT252) • The Historical BT670 (BT270) • Independent Study original text, purposes, structure, and ­J e s u s . This course is a study of the in Biblical Theology. Research and an exegesis of an English version. Four origin and development of the three study by arrangement with the profes- hours. quests for the historical Jesus. The sor. (Permission is required.) critical methodologies of each quest NT606-614 (NT205-213) • Book will be studied, along with the vari- Studies on the Pauline Letters. An ous portraits of Jesus proposed by the in-depth analysis of one or more of the scholars of these quests. The context Historical Studies Pauline letters. The central theological for the course will be the worshiping Chris Armstrong themes of the letter will be explored, community as it encounters Jesus and Wayne Hansen and there will also be an examina- the renewal of worship that flows from Richard Kantzer tion of introductory questions and the St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East meeting Him. James D. Smith III relevance of the letter for today’s world. NT750 (NT220) • Seminar in Textual Four hours. History is the science of individuals in Criticism. A study of paleography, time. By using the tools of bibliography, NT615-619 (NT214-218) • Book Stud- sources of information about the text students learn that the important task ies on the General Letters and Rev- (Greek manuscripts, ancient versions, of church history is to ponder mean- elation. An exegetical study of one or and patristic quotations), history of the ings, not just to list information; to in- more of the General Letters or the book text, principles of evaluation of variant terpret, but not to predict. A significant of Revelation. Attention will be devoted readings, and actual evaluation of vari- goal of investigating church history to introductory issues, the meaning of ant readings. Four hours. the book, its theological contribution, is assisting students to gain a sense of and the message for the contemporary NT751 (NT221) • Seminar in the perspective. Without seeking to control church. Four hours. Canon of the New Testament. A study human behavior, historical study does of the reasons for the initial delay in the provide a maturity of understand- NT631 (NT219) • Advanced Greek emergence of an NT canon and for its ing about events in the contemporary Grammar. An introduction to the sci- eventual emergence, the principles of world. Interacting with the ideas, per- ence of linguistics; a study of clauses selection, and the history of the devel- sonalities, and events of the past gives and other large elements in the sen- opment of the canon. The last item will Christians a wider base. This interac- tence; a survey of grammatical terms; be treated both chronologically and in tion does not end simply with cognitive the use of grammars, lexicons, concor- terms of the individual books that were understanding, however, for it also leads dances, and other tools for exegesis; accepted or rejected. Four hours. to an appreciation of God’s providence and translation of selected passages in the past and a conviction of God’s NT670 (NT270) • Independent Study from some of the more difficult books work in the present. In these ways, in New Testament. Research and study of the New Testament. Four hours. among others, history inflames the by arrangement with the professor. NT702 (NT222) • The Parables of student’s passion for God and so helps Jesus. The meaning, authenticity, and 4. Advanced Courses in build the groundwork both for Chris- theology of the parables, as well as the Biblical Theology tian living and Christian ministry. principles and praxis of interpreting parables, will be studied. Four hours. BT717 (BT200) • New Testament Theology. A detailed study of some of Course descriptions apply to the themes of the New Testament from all Bethel locations unless the standpoint of biblical theology. Four otherwise noted. hours.

114 Center for Biblical and Theological Foundations St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East Objectives: analysis of the work of the Ante- and such as theosis, icons, and liturgy will Post-Nicene councils and their subse- be explored. Contemporary orthodox Study in church history enables quent influence on the articulation of dialogue with Roman Catholic theol- students to: the structure of theological thought. ogy and its participation in the World 1. acquire an orderly grasp of the (Cognate credit with TS601.) St. Paul Council of Churches will be assessed. church’s development as an institu- prerequisite: HS501. Four hours. Four hours. tion from the first century to the contemporary world; HS602 (HS202) • History of Chris- 2. Medieval and Early 2. employ sound methods for inter- tian Thought: Wycliffe to Wesley. An Modern Church preting the artifacts of the past; analysis of theological renewal based 3. interpret key events in the church’s on inductive study from the writings HS605 (HS210) • Protestant Refor- struggle with persecution, success, of Wycliffe, Hus, Luther, Calvin, the mation. A study of the varieties of heresy, and schism; Anabaptists, Elizabethan-American Protestantism during the 16th century. 4. analyze the role of church tradition Puritans, and John Wesley. (Cognate The contributions of several reformers as it relates to the Bible; credit with TS602.) St. Paul prerequi- to biblical study, liturgical worship, 5. explore the efforts of Christian lead- site: HS501 or HS502. Four hours. theology, and ecclesiastical order will be investigated in detail. Prerequisite: ers to maintain the church’s identity HS603 (HS203) • History of Christian HS502. Four hours. and mission as it engaged cultures; Thought: 19th Century to the Pres- and ent. An analysis of contemporary theol- 6. find wisdom for pursuing spiritual ogy as it is reflected in the formative “The leaders and growth through the transforming periods of the 19th and 20th centuries, power of God. with particular reference to the modern shapers of the Refor- era and its significance to contempo- mation, the Puritan 1. Survey of Christianity rary church life. (Cognate credit with and Pietist move- HS501 (HS101) • Church History: TS603.) St. Paul prerequisite: HS502. From the Early Church to the Refor- Four hours. ments, and the first mation. An introduction to the major HS703 (HS204) • Christian Classics. two awakenings in- movements within Christian history An evaluation of important Christian cluded trained theolo- from the beginnings of the church to literature from Augustine’s Confessions the 16th century. Students will also be to C. S. Lewis’ Till We Have Faces. At- gians who combined introduced to basic methodology and tention will be directed to the context spiritual urgency with bibliographical tools used in the study of several types of classics, as well as to of the past. Four hours. their authors and messages. Four hours. profound learning, HS502 (HS102) • Church History: HS708 (HS208) • History of World men who mastered The Church in the Modern World. Missions. A survey of missionary the culture of their An introduction to the major move- movements on the major continents ments within Christian history since with special emphasis on biographies, time and were in the Protestant Reformation of the 16th types of mission fields, and missionary command of the in- century. Students will also be involved strategy. (Cognate credit with GC708.) struments needed to in primary research in the field of Four hours. church history. St. Paul and Seminary destroy its idols and of the East recommended prerequisite: HS715 (HS206) • History of the Jews HS501. Four hours. Since 70 C.E. The course of Jewish subdue its innova- history from the fall of the Temple to tions: Luther and Cal- HS503 (HS103) • Church History the present. Attention is given both to Survey. An introduction to the major Jewish groups and to developments in vin, Owen and Franke, movements within Christian history Judaism. Particular emphasis is given Edwards and Wesley, from the beginnings of the church to to American Jewish history, the modern the present era. Basic methodology and state of Israel, and Jewish-Christian Dwight and Simeon.” bibliographical tools used to study the relations. Four hours. past are part of this course. Four hours. Richard Lovelace HS717 (HS205) • Eastern Christen- HS601 (HS201) • History of Christian dom. A study of Orthodox Christian- Thought: The Early Church to ity from the Byzantine period and Scholasticism. A survey of the major conversion of the Slavic lands to the historical, cultural, and theological centuries under Islam and the Rus- factors influencing the development sian Renaissance of the 20th century. of doctrine to Aquinas, with major Theological distinctives of orthodoxy

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HS653 (HS211) • John Calvin: Inter- sacraments, election, the Bible and use of the BCP in languages other than national Reformer. A seminar that its interpretation, the church and the English and the design of worship for portrays Calvin as seen in his letters, relationship of church and state. This communities of mixed ethnic constitu- biblical commentaries, the Institutes, course is one of three offered in San encies. Four hours. and a cross section of his theological Diego that are required by the lo- HS679 (HS259) • Episcopal Church tracts and treatises. Powerful currents cal Presbytery for ordination in the History. A study outlining the history, of this movement, centered in Gene- PCUSA. (Cognate credit with TS675.) theological developments, and orgaini- va, were heard in the rest of Europe, Four hours. zation of the Episcopal Church in the affecting its modern view of politics, HS676 (HS256) • Reformed Worship U.S.A., and its antecedents in England science, and economics. Four hours. and Sacraments. An introduction to and Europe. Four hours. HS672 (HS212) • Baptist History the history, tradition, and structure HS680 (HS269) • Anglican Theology and Theology. A study of special of Reformed worship. The course will and History. A survey of the princi- problems and approaches in Baptist answer questions, give practical appli- pal events and convictions that have history, theology, and polity with cations and consider the meaning and shaped theology and practice among an intensive approach to contempo- observance of the sacraments. (Cognate the Christians of Great Britain and rary problems and trends. Taught credit with TS676 and ML676.) Four their descendants, from the Middle jointly by professors of church history hours. Ages to the present. The course in- and theology. (Cognate credit with HS677 (HS257) • Historical Develop- cludes reading and interacting with TS672.) Four hours. ment of the Episcopal Book of Com- writers from the classical, evangelical, HS675 (HS254) • Creeds and Con- mon Prayer. An introduction to the Anglo-Catholic, and Broad Church fessions of the Reformed Church. history of the Book of Common Prayer traditions (Cognate credit with TS680.) An exploration of the theology of the (BCP) 1979 which will afford the stu- Four hours.

St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East Reformed Tradition through the study dent study and practice of the liturgies of nine creeds and confessions. The in it as they are used in contemporary 3. Modern Christianity course will also discuss how the pres- worship services across a broad spec- sure of church heresies and conflicts, trum of the church. The course will HS671 (HS215) • Modern Catholi- as well as national pressures, brought explore the antecedents to the current cism: French Revolution to the together some of the most important BCP and the forces of revision from ­P r e s e n t . An analysis of the Catholic theological statements the church which it sprang. The course will focus response to the modern world of French, has produced. In addition, the course on the variations of standard practice American, Industrial, and Communist will explore the theological expres- with an eye to creating capable, adapt- revolutions. Particular attention will be sions surrounding the doctrines of able worship leaders for the church. given to Vatican I and II, as well as the person and nature of Christ, the Consideration will also be given to the Catholic biblical study in the 20th century, papal leadership, and the international focus of the hierarchy. Four hours. HS673 (HS216) • Baptist General Conference History and Mission. A study of the various historical forces that have shaped the Baptist General Conference, including key personalities and important projects. Special atten- tion will be given to the new role of the conference in the world as developed in the last quarter-century. Four hours.

4. American Christianity HS610 (HS220) • American Christian- ity. A historical and theological evalu- ation of the distinctive characteristics of American Christianity from the colonial period to the present, includ-

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116 Center for Biblical and Theological Foundations ing revivalism, the volunteer church, of our generation. The emphasis will be illustrated by classic and contemporary St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East expansion movements, urbanization, on primary sources, set in the frame- sources, within a chronological frame- theological controversies, and Ameri- work of his life and development, and work. The goal is for these “voices” can denominationalism. (Cognate complemented by reflections from the to enlighten and inspire our lives in credit with TS610.) St. Paul and San instructor, who served as a teaching fel- faithful, fruitful service for Jesus Christ Diego. Four hours. low with Nouwen during the author’s and the kingdom. (Cognate credit with Harvard years (1983-1985). The goal is PC738.) Four hours. HS611 (HS224) • Women in Church for this experience to provide critical History. An exploration of the life, insights and personal values that will 5. Research thought, and context of selected Chris- illuminate and encourage our lives as tian women across the centuries. Issues HS670 (HS270) • Independent Study beloved and faithful children of the of public values, personal identity, in Church History. Research and study Lord. (Cognate credit with SP652 and and group affiliations have long been by arrangement with the professor. PC652.) Four hours. important to this discussion. Since the (Permission is required.) mid-19th century, and particularly in HS711 (HS225) • Popular Religion in HS790 (HS260) • Advanced Seminars. the dramatic changes in the roles and Contemporary America. This course Specialized studies will be offered experience of women since WWII, in- analyzes a variety of popular expres- for those interested in any period of terpretive voices (e.g., in the literature) sions of religion, both inside and out- church history. Four hours. have notably both reflected and shaped side evangelical Christianity. Popular the realities. The goal of this course is religion here constitutes the daily life to engage the “cloud of woman-wit- of religious experience rather than the nesses,” in their cultures, in a manner more formal expression in seminary Theological Studies that will enlighten and inspire one’s classrooms and in pulpits, though some Wayne Hansen David Nah own life. Four hours. popular religion is as much clergy re- Richard Kantzer Kyle Roberts lated as it is lay-oriented. Four hours. HS620 (HS220SE) • American Chris- Joel Lawrence Glen Scorgie tianity. This study of Puritanism, HS712 (HS223) • Minorities and the Awakenings, the Enlightenment, American Christianity. A study of Theology is the science of God, the Romantic religion, Ultraism, the Social African American, American Indian, discipline that seeks knowledge of Gospel, Fundamentalism, Neo-ortho- and Hispanic Christianity. Examines God’s being and all of God’s works. doxy, and Radical and Secular theolo- the history of each group, their contri- Theology synthesizes and interprets gies traces the roots of Evangelicalism butions to American Christianity, and Christian beliefs and applies them in general. The course emphasizes the special problems each group faces. to today’s world. Building chiefly on understanding our heritage and how Four hours. biblical truth, theology also interacts it affects contemporary American HS713 (HS222) • American Reviv- with other areas of knowledge like culture. Recommended prerequisites: alism. This course is designed to philosophy, history, and the sciences. It HS501, HS502. Seminary of the East describe and evaluate the historical integrates the book of God’s Word and only. Four hours. context and theo­logical roots of the the book of God’s work as it fleshes out HS650 (HS230) • Christian Lives in revival tradition in America. Special at- the Christian worldview. A primary History. This course tells the story of tention is given to the life and thought goal of study in theology is helping Christianity through the life experienc- of such men as Theodore Frelinghuys- students develop an intelligible under- es of selected men and women in their en, Jonathan Edwards, Charles Finney, standing of Christian thought that is historical contexts. Utilizing several Dwight L. Moody, Billy Sunday, and biblically sound, rationally defensible, varieties of literature, these people will Billy Graham. Four hours. and culturally relevant. Engaging be valued both as insightful mentors Christian truth begins, but never ends, HS714 (HS221) • Church Renewal and and as unique persons in need of God’s with conceptual knowledge. Theology Modern America. A study of selected grace and human community. Students leads to wisdom. movements, groups, and individuals will be invited to reflect on their own within American Christianity from the Living in light of wisdom from God spiritual journeys and vocations. Pre- Civil War to the present. Four hours. shapes and motivates a passionate love requisite: TS501. Four hours. for God and growth in maturity. Bibli- HS738 (HS255) • Christian Ministries HS652 (HS227) • Christian ­Spiritual cal understanding and spiritual devo- in Historical Perspective. A survey Life: Henri Nouwen. A study of major­ tion together lay the foundation for all of important models in the history of themes in the thought of Henri Nou- ministries of transforming leadership. Christian ministries from the first cen- wen (1932-1996), one of the most tury through the present day. Students influential Christian spiritual writers will consider selected ministry themes,

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Objectives: TS501 (TS101) • Systematic Theol- significant attention to personal forma- ogy I. A discussion of the nature and tion in light of who Jesus is and what Study in theology enables students to: methods of systematic theology as it Jesus does. Seminary of the East only. 1. acquire orderly understandings of compares with other fields of thought, Four hours. the major doctrinal and biblical a study of the character of God’s self- TS509 (TS109) • Systematic Theology themes of the Christian worldview; disclosure in nature and the Bible, and III: Holy Spirit and Salvation. A study 2. gain awareness of contemporary an investigation of the being and works of the person of the Holy Spirit and intellectual movements and proper of the Triune God. Recommended pre- the application of the gift of salvation Christian response; requisite: BT501/BI501. Four hours. 3. form reasons for faith and ability to to the individual through the Spirit’s offer reasoned defenses of Christian TS502 (TS102) • Systematic Theology work. Specifically, the course explores truth; II. An analysis of human nature both the biblical doctrines of regeneration, 4. develop the habit of interpreting as it was created by God and as it exists justification, adoption, sanctification, all of life through the practice of in its present sinful state, and an inves- eternal security, and glorification. theological reflection; tigation of the person of Jesus Christ Special emphasis is given to topics of 5. uncover the connections of and the provision of salvation through current interest such as baptism in the Christian truth with the living of Christ’s work. Prerequisite: TS501 for Spirit and spiritual gifts. Seminary of life and the practice of leadership in St. Paul. Recommend prerequisite: the East only. Four hours. TS501 for San Diego and BSOE. Four ministry; and TS510 • Systematic Theology IV: hours. 6. find guidance and motivation for Church and Future. The Spirit’s for- pursuing personal, spiritual growth TS503 (TS103) • Systematic Theology mation, gifting, and empowerment by encountering the transforming III. A study of the person of the Holy of the church through the gospel of power of divine truth. Spirit and the application of the gift Jesus Christ will be the foundational

St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East of salvation to the individual through elements for studying the church as 1. Systematic Theology the Spirit’s work, as well as reflection Christ’s elect body, the church’s orga- Systematic theology synthesizes Chris- on God’s purposes and activity in the nization, function, and ordinances. tian beliefs and applies them to today’s church and in the culmination of his- Attention to the kingdom purpose of world. Building chiefly on a foundation tory. Prerequisite: TS501 for St. Paul. God and future events related to the of biblical data, it also interacts with Recommend prerequisite: TS501 for destiny of history and of individuals other areas of knowledge such as phi- San Diego and BSOE. Four hours. will include Christ’s Second Coming, millennial and tribulational views, losophy, historical and contemporary TS507 (TS107) • Systematic Theol- resurrection, judgment, and the eternal theology, and the sciences, using them ogy I: God and Creation. A study of states of humans. Seminary of the East to illuminate and confirm essential bib- the nature and methods of systematic only. Four hours. lical teachings. A primary goal of course theology as it compares with other work in systematic theology is to help fields of thought. Specifically, this TS550 (TS115) • Theology and Chris- students work toward developing an course involves an exploration of the tian Community. Working under intelligible system of Christian thought biblical doctrines of Scripture, author- the supervision of a mentor, students that is at once biblically sound, ratio- ity, God, creation, sin, and humanity, are provided with opportunities for nally coherent, and culturally relevant. with an emphasis on constructing an the integration of biblical and theo- To be taken middler or senior year. exegetically based position from which logical principles within the context of At Bethel Seminary St. Paul, all stu- to evaluate contemporary theological Christian ministry. Specific ministry dents should plan to take TS501 before positions on these doctrines. Seminary activities are delineated in a learning taking upper-level electives in system- of the East only. Four hours. contract after identifying each student’s specific developmental goals. (For atic theology. TS508 (TS108) • Systematic Theol- SemPM students beginning with Mod ogy II: Christ. This course investigates TS500 (TS100) • Diversity and Plu- F. Cognate credit with ML550.) Four the uniqueness of the person of Jesus ralism. An exploration of culture as hours. the context of Christian life, thought, Christ and the provision of salvation and ministry. Using cultural descrip- solely through His work. The redemp- tion along with biblical, theological, tive significance of God the Son’s and philosophical analysis, this course incarnate life of intimacy with God the examines contemporary issues includ- Father and empowerment by the Holy ing cultural diversity, spiritual identity, Spirit, death on the cross, resurrection, religious pluralism, and inter-group ascension, and glorious return will be explored with help of the creedal reconciliation. InMinistry M.A.C.T. only. Course descriptions apply to affirmations of Nicea and Chalcedon Four hours. all Bethel locations unless and in conversation with contemporary otherwise noted. cultural contexts. The class will give

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TS603 (TS203) • History of Christian St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East Thought: 19th Century to the Pres- ent. An analysis of the antecedents of contemporary theology as reflected in the formative periods of the 19th and 20th centuries, with particular refer- ence to the modern era and its sig­ nificance in contemporary church life. (Cognate credit with HS603.) St. Paul prerequisite: HS502. Four hours. TS606 (TS241) • Apologetics. A con- sideration of the reasons for Christian faith. This course proceeds in three phases, examining the possibility of religious knowledge, the viability of theistic perspective, and the rationale for the Christian worldview. The un- derlying philosophy of this course is that apologetics is dialogical—that con- versations offering a rationale for faith, whether with a believer or unbeliever, happen in a context of genuine rela- tionship. (Cognate credit with PH606.) Four hours. TS622 (TS217) • The Doctrine of Scripture. A study of the nature of biblical authority, including questions of revelation, inspiration, and inerran- cy. Consideration of the relationships between one’s view of authority and such issues as the roles of experience and tradition, the use of critical tools of biblical interpretation, and the applica- tion of the Bible to Christian living. St. Paul prerequisite: TS501. Four hours. TS623 (TS215) • The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit. The person and work of TS551 (TS106SE) • Church, Kingdom, trine to Aquinas, with major analysis of the Holy Spirit in the Bible and the and ­Ministry Formation. This course the work of the Ante- and Post-Nicene church. Special emphasis on topics of examines the biblical nature and gos- councils and their subsequent influ- current interest, such as the work of pel origins of the church with special ence on the articulation of the structure the Holy Spirit in the life of the Chris- attention to the four historic marks of of theological thought. (Cognate credit tian and the charismatic gifts. St. Paul the church—apostolic, one, holy, and with HS601.) St. Paul prerequisite: prerequisite: TS501. Four hours. catholic. Students will explore how HS501. Four hours. TS624 (TS216) • The Doctrine of Holi- Christian community and kingdom TS602 (TS202) • History of Christian ness. A thorough study of the doctrine life provide context and direction for Thought: Wycliffe to Wesley. An of holiness, beginning with the be- ministry formation. Two hours. analysis of theological renewal based ing and character of God. The course The systematic theology series (TS501, on an inductive study from the writ- will involve a careful study of biblical, 502, and 503) is recommended before ings of Wycliffe, Hus, Luther, Calvin, historical, and theological dimensions taking upper-level electives. the Anabaptists, Elizabethan-American of sanctification, seeking to systematize Puritans, and John Wesley. (Cognate these materials so as to guide the stu- TS601 (TS201) • History of Christian credit with HS602.) St. Paul prerequi- dent in a personal quest for a full-orbed Thought: The Early Church to Scho- site: HS501 or HS502. Four hours. Christian holiness. St. Paul prerequi- lasticism. A survey of the major his- site: TS501. Four hours. torical, cultural, and theological factors influencing the development of doc-

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TS672 (TS212) • Baptist History and their descendants, from the Middle sional statement of their own doctrinal Theology. A study of special problems Ages until the present. The course position within their Christian commu- and approaches in Baptist history, includes reading and interacting with nity’s tradition. Students will examine theology, and polity with an intensive writers from the classical, evangelical, and assess their own Baptist or distinc- approach to contemporary problems Anglo-Catholic, and Broad Church tra- tive community’s history and polity. St. and trends. Taught jointly by profes- ditions. (Cognate credit with HS680.) Paul prerequisite: TS501. sors of church history and theology. St. Paul prerequisite: TS501. Four hours. TS794 (TS265) • Integrative Semi- (Cognate credit with HS672.) St. Paul TS702 (TS232) • World Religions. A nar. This course utilizes a case studies prerequisite: TS501. Four hours. study of world religions (including Ju- approach in integrating and applying TS674 (TS259) • Sacramental Theory daism, Islam, Buddhism, and Hispanic theological truth to contemporary and Practice. An in-depth look at Catholicism) that provide structures issues in society and ministry. Typical the way, why, and how of sacraments of belief and meaning for vast numbers concerns in pastoral care, Christian in the Anglican tradition. While the of people in America and globally. The education, preaching, evangelism, and gospel sacraments, Holy Eucharist, goal is to develop understandings and pastoral ministry are discussed from and Baptism will receive major atten- sensitivity that will enable us to repre- biblical, theological, and historical per- tion, five other sacramental rites will be sent Christ more attractively, and com- spectives. Students will trace theologi- discussed (confirmation, matrimony, municate His gospel more intelligibly, cal themes across Christian doctrines reconciliation, unction, and ordina- to adherents of these faiths. (Cognate and academic disciplines and will write tion). St. Paul prerequisite: TS501. Four credit with GC651.) St. Paul prerequi- and defend a comprehensive Statement hours. site: TS501. Four hours. of Faith. St. Paul prerequisite: TS501. SemPM and InMinistry programs in St. TS675 (TS254) • Creeds and Con- TS721 (TS246) • Theology and Art. Paul and San Diego. Four hours. fessions of the Reformed Church. A study of art as it expresses religious St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East An exploration of the theology of the and philosophical themes. This course 2. Contemporary Theology Reformed tradition through the study examines art from several genres in of nine creeds and confessions. The selected historical periods for the pur- TS605 (TS223) • Theology and Con- course will also discuss how the pres- pose of learning how art reflects great temporary Culture. This course sure of church heresies and conflicts, religious and theological ideas and explores the relation between evan- as well as national pressures, brought expresses them. InMinistry M.A.C.T. gelical theology and contemporary together some of the most important only. Four hours. culture. Special attention is placed on theological statements the church the theological interpretation of “post- TS722 (TS247) • Theology and Litera- has produced. In addition, the course modernity” in its various expressions ture. A study of literature as it relates will explore the theological expres- in culture, including philosophy, art, to religious and philosophical themes. sions surrounding the doctrines of cinema, literature, and music. These This course explores literature of the person and nature of Christ, the expressions will be analyzed to develop various kinds set in different historical sacraments, election, the Bible and appropriate apologetic engagements of periods and examines how literature its interpretation, the church and the postmodern culture. St. Paul prerequi- can serve as a vehicle for great ideas. relationship of church and state. This site: TS501. Four hours. InMinistry M.A.C.T. only. Four hours. course is one of three offered in San PH606 (PH241) • Apologetics. A con- Diego that are required by the local TS735 (TS218) • Life and Theology of sideration of the reasons for Christian Presbytery for ordination in the PCU- Prayer. The purpose of this course is faith. This course proceeds in three SA. (Cognate credit with HS675.) St. to encourage and stimulate a growing phases, examining the possibility of Paul prerequisite: TS501. Four hours. and meaningful life of devotion. Atten- religious knowledge, the viability of TS676 (TS256) • Reformed Worship tion will be given to the historical and theistic perspective, and the rationale and Sacraments. An introduction to biblical teaching on prayer. Personal for the Christian worldview. The un- the history, tradition, and structure sharing and practical experiences of derlying philosophy of this course is of Reformed worship. The course will prayer will pro­­vide a challenge to apply that apologetics is dialogical—that con- answer questions, give practical appli- theory to life. St. Paul prerequisite: versations offering a rationale for faith, cations, and consider the meaning and TS501. (Cognate credit with SP735.) whether with a believer or unbeliever, observance of the sacraments. (Cognate Four hours. happen in a context of genuine rela- credit with HS676 and ML676.) St. Paul tionship. (Cognate credit with TS606.) TS744 (TS244) • Perspectives on Evil prerequisite: TS501. Four hours. Four hours. and Suffering. See course description TS680 (TS269) • Anglican Theology under PH744. and History. A survey of the princi- TS793 (TS266) • Senior Seminar. This Course descriptions apply to pal events and convictions that have seminar provides the opportunity for all Bethel locations unless shaped theology and practice among seniors to write and defend a confes- otherwise noted. the Christians of Great Britain and

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TS610 (TS220) • American Christian- TS661 (TS226) • C. S. Lewis. A study whether with a believer or unbeliever, St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East ity. A historical and theological evalu- of the life and writings of C. S. Lewis, happen in a context of genuine rela- ation of the distinctive characteristics with emphasis on his theological and tionship. (Cognate credit with TS606.) of American Christianity from the apologetic thought. The contribution Four hours. colonial period to the present, includ- of this contemporary thinker as an PH621 (PH240) • Doctrine of God. ing revivalism, the volunteer church, interpreter of the Christian faith to This class discusses the justification for expansion movements, urbanization, the modern world is outlined. St. Paul various conceptions of God and address- theological controversies, and Ameri- prerequisite: TS501. Four hours. es important issues in contemporary can denominationalism. (Cognate TS704 (TS239) • Movie Theology. A theological discussion. (Cognate credit credit with HS610.) Four hours. structured workshop in theological with TS621.) St. Paul only. Four hours. TS626 (TS224) • Christological evaluation of the heart and mind of PH651 (PH245) • Critical Thinking. ­Studies Today. Beginning with the contemporary culture as reflected in A learning plan for developing critical foundational approach to a study of ma- significant motion pictures. Particular thinking skills. This includes classic jor Christological passages, the course attention is paid to portrayals of the hu- critical thinking strategies along with will trace the Christological formulas man condition and to religious themes. basic work in logic including informal through their historical development, The goal of the course is to cultivate the fallacies and basic forms of inductive­ with major reference to the contempo- art of listening and watching percep- and deductive logic. Prerequisite: rary synthesis of the doctrine as it is tively, with a view to learning whenever PH606. InMinistry M.A.C.T. only. Four reflected in the writings of the leading possible, and to affirmation or criticism hours. theologians today. Major attention will as appropriate. San Diego only. Four be given to determining the relation hours. PH652 (PH246) • Logic and Critical between the apostolic understanding of Thinking. A survey of informal logic, TS714 (TS237) • Nontraditional Reli- Christology and its expression in 21st- including informal fallacies and strate- gious Movements. A study of selected century relevance. St. Paul prerequisite: gies of critical thinking, and of formal religious systems prominent in Western TS501. Four hours. logic, embracing deductive syllogisms culture today. This course will describe and some symbolic logic. The course TS627 (TS231) • Current Issues in the and react to Jehovah’s Witnesses, applies these strategies to worldview Doctrine of Salvation. This seminar Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day concerns. Prerequisite: PH606. St. Paul will study both non-evangelical and Saints, the New Age movement, and only. Four hours. evangelical trends and issues in sote- other significant religious movements riology. We will explore such matters that challenge Christian thinking. St. PH654 (PH249) • Epistemology. An as the move toward pluralism among Paul prerequisite: TS501. Four hours. analysis of the sources, methods, and contemporary theologians, recent limits of human knowing. This course TS751 (TS230) • Seminar in Contem- expressions of universalism, annihila- covers classical views of knowledge porary Theology. An in-depth study of tionism, the “second chance” offer after and interacts with contemporary a particular contemporary theological death, recent modifications of libera- philosophical discussions. It raises the issue. Research topics to be chosen ac- tion theology, the “Lordship Salvation” problem of knowledge in light of the cording to the interests of the class. St. controversy, and recent expressions cultural and intellectual developments Paul prerequisite: TS501. Four hours. of Arminianism. St. Paul prerequisite: broadly classified as postmodernism. TS501. Four hours. 3. Philosophy of It also addresses the special prob- lems related to questions of religious TS628 • Religious Pluralism. This Religion—Apologetics knowledge. Prerequisite: PH606. course explores the theological issue (St. Paul campus only) St. Paul only. Four hours. of religious pluralism from a Christian PH606 (PH241) • Apologetics. A con- and evangelical perspective. Students PH716 (PH247) • History of Philoso- sideration of the reasons for Christian explore the historical and contempo- phy of Religion. A selective overview faith. This course proceeds in three rary expressions of pluralism as repre- of the history of philosophy with phases, examining the possibility of sented by such thinkers as John Hick, special attention to religious ideas. religious knowledge, the viability of John Cobb, and Raimundo Panikkar This class will begin with the ancient theistic perspective, and the rationale among others. Special attention will be Greeks, introduce several important for the Christian worldview. The un- given to Christological questions posed medieval thinkers, highlight some derlying philosophy of this course is by pluralism and appropriate theologi- significant philosophers, and end with that apologetics is dialogical—that con- cal and apologetic responses. Practical 21st-century philosophy of religion. St. versations offering a rationale for faith, and constructive methodologies will Paul only. Four hours. be incorporated. St. Paul prerequisite: TS501. Four hours.

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PH723 (PH248) • Theology and Sci- 4. Ethical Studies living wills, medical care for the seri- ence. A discussion of the interface ously ill, and the allocation of scarce between two important modes of TS505 (TS105) • Christian Social Eth- medical resources? These and other knowledge: theology and science. Tak- ics. A study of the ethical dimension of issues in biology and medicine will be ing a history and philosophy of science Christian theology. This class begins examined carefully from the perspec- approach, this course evaluates theol- with an analysis of theoretical ethics, tives of science and Scripture to ascer- ogy and science as two different meth- terminology, approaches, and biblical tain Christian guidelines for the brave ods for explaining aspects of reality. It bases, and then concentrates on the new world in which we live. St. Paul discusses whether the results of science application of ethical theory to specific prerequisite: TS501. Four hours. have theological import or the axioms ethical issues facing Christians today. TS/MF755 (TS/MF267) • Theology of theology may have scientific signifi- St. Paul prerequisite: TS501, TS502 and and M.F.T. Theory: An Integrative cance. Prerequisite: PH606. (Cognate TS503. San Diego and Seminary of the Seminar. This course is an investiga- credit with TS723.) St. Paul only. Four East: TS501, TS502 recommended. Four tion of human nature and Christology hours. hours. from both theological and psychologi- PH744 (PH244) • Perspectives on Evil TS741 (TS261) • The Ethics of War. cal perspectives. Different theories of and Suffering. This course explores The issues of war, violence, and resis- human nature are considered in rela- two distinct approaches to suffering tance to evil are examined primarily in tion to a theological understanding of and evil. Theologians, philosophers, light of biblical revelation, with atten- imago dei. The consequences of the fall and apologists try to explain why evil tion to theology, history, and societal on the human person and race are ap- exists in a world created by a good God. realities. Varieties of pacifism, just praised theologically and clinically. The Pastoral theologians and counselors war theory, military service, and civil effect of redemption from sin through attempt to help people who are suf- disobedience, among other topics, will Christ is compared and contrasted fering. Participants in this course will be considered, with a view to answer- to psychopathology and therapeutic St. Paul • San Diego Seminary of the East attempt integration of the categories, ing the perennial question of how effectiveness. Students will contem- resources, and responses typical of Christians should stand against oppres- plate the person and example of Christ these two areas. They will seek answers sion and violence. St. Paul prerequisite: and explore ways in which they can to the question, “What can theologians TS501. Four hours. be incarnational in practice to bring and caregivers learn from each other?” TS742 (TS262) • Sexual Ethics. A about change and healing to a hurting (Cognate credit with TS744 or PC744.) study of human sexual character and humanity. This course will assist M.F.T. Prerequisite: TS501. St. Paul only. Four sexual expression from the perspec- students to write the senior M.F.T. hours. tives of Scripture, theology, history, and paper. The class will be team taught by a theology professor and a marital and PH750 (PH250) • Seminar in Philo- contemporary thought and practice. family therapy professor. Prerequisite: sophical Problems. An in-depth study Focuses on prevalent misunderstand- TS501. San Diego only. Four hours. of a particular philosophically oriented ings and abuses of sexuality, as well as the goodness of sexuality as designed theologian or theological issue. Re- 5. Research search topics to be pursued according by our Creator, in the lives of both mar- to the interest of the class. St. Paul only. ried and single persons. Fornication, TS670 (TS270) • Independent Study in Four hours. ­adultery, pornography, homosexuality, Theology. Research in each of the areas solo sex, celibacy, marriage, divorce, listed above may be pursued under PH790 (PH251) • Integrative Seminar and remarriage are some of the topics independent arrangement with the pro- in Philosophy of Religion. A research we will examine to learn how we may fessor involved. St. Paul prerequisite: course that completes the Christian live godly and satisfying lives in an TS501. (Permission is required.) Thought program. In this course, each increasingly perverse society. St. Paul student does independent research in prerequisite: TS501. Four hours. philosophy of religion (or a related area approved by the instructor). Each stu- TS743 (TS263) • Bioethics. Which of dent produces a 10,000 to 12,000-word the reproductive technologies, if any, essay and presents the results of his or are acceptable for Christians? Are all Course descriptions apply to her work to the class for discussion. St. forms of euthanasia violations of God’s all Bethel locations unless Paul only. Four hours. will? What is the Christian position on otherwise noted. abortion, genetic engineering, cloning,

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- - •Spiritual A study of major major of study A • Christian Spiritual Spiritual Christian • Four hours. hours. Four St. Paul M.A.M.F.T. students M.A.M.F.T. Paul St. otherwise noted. otherwise all Bethel locations unless unless locations Bethel all Course descriptions apply to to apply descriptions Course tors on a regular basis. Prerequisites: SP511A, B, and C, SP551A, B, and C. hours.Seminary Four theEast of only. (SP227) SP652 Life:Henri Nouwen. Christian tradition, to demonstrate the the demonstrate to tradition, Christian abilityuseto theological reflection to betterunderstand both their own expe and Christian the tradition, and rience analyzeto the impact theological of integration personal their on reflection journeys. only. One credit. (SP201SE) C B, SP651A, FormationwithUnionIII: Christ. This year-long track focuses on a through God with relationship deeper growinga appreciation grace, God’s of which results in our union with Christ and resurrection His death, His in presentministry, andin the Christian’s walkinthe Spirit. Students are chal lenged to use thispursuit of God as thecatalyst addressing for personal andcommunity needs. Students will weekly a in participate to continue discipleshipthe purposegroupfor of theological prayer, reflection, mutual encouragement and accountability, withcommunitya learners of facili tated by a faculty member. Students are alsoexpected withmeetto their men themesinthe thoughtHenri of Nou wen (1932-1996), internationally one of of one internationally (1932-1996), wen themostinfluential Christian spiritual writersgeneration.our emphaof The sis will be on primary sources, set in set primary sources, on will be sis theframework his of life anddevelop ment, and complemented by reflections fromthe instructor, servedwho as a teachingfellowwith during Nouwen The hisHarvard years (1983-1985). thisgoal is for experience provideto values personal and insights critical our encourage and willilluminate that of faithfulchildren and beloved as lives theLord.credit (Cognate with SP652 andHS652.)

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able to the students in the form of their of form the in students the to able assessments lifestyle and personality willbeavailable use infor the class Strengths(e.g., Finder, MBTI, etc.). Prerequisite:SP500/505. nityC.and A, InB, this experience, in participate students second-year small, facilitated reflection groups that explore topics such as human nature, sin,grace, sanctification, and Chris Thiscourse isdedicated a attempt to assess, describe, and sustain beliefs andpractices that generate individual, and health corporate and relational, will course The well-being. spiritual human of concepts best the integrate health, sciencesgrowth, (e.g., develop ment, maturation, etc.) with key bibli calhealing, insights freedom, (e.g., transformation,restoration, to etc.) thepromote experience whole of nessinmembers. course The will be organizedtreatto comprehensively a systemshumanmodel of experience. It is expected that the resources avail hours. Four SP602A,(SP140) C B, PersonalFormation: Self inCommu reflection group The tiancommunity. processtransforms theological doc trinesintocharacter-shaping wisdom and upon faithfullyacted when that, integrated into students’ lives, leads to greater realization of God’s inten and holiness and wholeness for tion deeperto integration theological, of truths. experiential and theoretical, Students are challenged to articulate theintersections their of experience andthe wisdom Scripture of andthe sonalFormation: Self inCommunity. tated by a faculty member. Students are alsoexpected withmeetto their men some of these spiritual disciplines inspiritualdisciplines these of some theirown spiritual formation. Students will continueto participate in a weekly discipleshipthe purposegroupfor of theological prayer, reflection, mutual encouragement and accountability, withcommunitya learners of facili tors on a regular basis. Prerequisite: andB,C. SP511A, hours. Four only. SP600(SP141) Center for Spiritual and Personal Formation Personal and Spiritual for Center ------This is Seminaryof •Spiritual •Spiritual

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FormationSpiritualII: Disciplines C.and A, ThisB, year-long track exposesstudents theto spiritual dis ciplinesthat have traditionally been withwalk closer a pursuing in used God. Students are challenged to use FormationIntroduction I: Spiritu to hours. Four theEast only. SP551A, B, C (SP102SOE) al Formation A, B, and C.Formationaland A, ThisB, year- track long introduces students theto through spiritualformation of process surveya the of broadvariety forms of within Christian spiritualityof found thechurch, both historically andin our Students ownday. are challenged to examinetheir own spiritual journeys further for need assessof areasto and growth.Students will participate ina weeklydiscipleship the purgroupfor theologicalpose prayer, of reflection, mutualaccountability, andencourage withment communitya learners of facilitated by a faculty member. Stu dentsare expected withmeetto their regularmentorsa on basis. tual and Personal Formation. a first-year course in San Diego. Par their explore to able will be ticipants with relationship and of experiences Godaskingby theologically reflective questionssuchas “Who is Godmeto this at time and“Who life?” in ammy primary The God?” to relationship in I taskwill studentshelpbeto learn to watchandlisten andthewhenhow for intersect. questions these to answers Studentswill beencouraged inteto gratewhatthey arelearning andexpe riencingBethel at with theywho are as ministering servants of and children God.Psychological assessment instru mentsare utilized. hours. SP511A, B, C (SP101SOE) questions intersect. Students will be encouragedintegrateto whatthey are learningandexperiencing Bethel at withtheywho are as children andmin isteringservants God. of Psychological utilized. are instruments assessment students One only. M.A.M.F.T. Paul St. credit. SP504(SP104)

126 126 St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East SP700 (SP161) hours. yourself. loveas your neighbor to and mind and strength, soul, heart, what it means to love God with your on emphasis special with spirituality of integrated and holistic understanding an develop to student each courage to en designed is class This health. physical, intellectual, and relational emotional, our to tied is spirituality our that ways the into investigation An SP739 (SP239) • persons. lay and education, of Christian ministers of pastors, perspectives the from topics these to pursue given is Opportunity development and their interaction. human and disciplines about Christian development including information temporary resourcesto pertaining faith con and classic both explores course This development. of faith process the as well as discipleship Christian sonal of per ofmeaning the examination Formation. ship and Spiritual SP713 (SP213) PC712.) are explained. (Cognate credit with principles for such prevention work Christian of ship ME experiences. out for laid are leader guidelines and provided, also is movement (ME) ment enrich onmarriage the ­Background experience. communications and ment enrich a into marriage together enter Leadership. and (SP212)SP712 hours. Four only. Paul St. SP600. SP500/505, ogy. Prerequisites: pologically informed spiritual theol anthro an build to effort systematic a the church in the world be will used in of traditions many the among revivals of histories the and movements period of biblical texts. An examination of exegesis, and interpretation for study analysis, in competence adequate have will participants that anticipated it is therefore and students, for seminary experience “culminating” advanced, an be to intended is course This mation. literature of spiritual and personal for for the critical and in present are that themes theological and biblical major to explore students invites course This Seminar. Integration al Formation: Four hours. Four hours.

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SP749 (SP250) (SP250) SP749 ness ness of small groups in the nurture of effective the experience and analyze Groups. ing Spiritual Formation in Small SP/PC725 (SP/PC225) • to life. apply theory to a challenge provide of prayer ences Personal sharing and practical experi prayer. on teaching biblical and torical his to the given be will Attention tion. of devo life meaningful and growing a stimulate and to encourage is course of Prayer. ology SP/TS735 (SP/TS218) objectives. center’s the in described qualities the who demonstrate holy and persons whole of becoming process the into encourage students to enter more fully will and care soul of traditions porary contem and of historic the derstanding un students’ enrich will courses these of a concentration, orpart as electives as taken Whether formation. personal and conceptual issues of andspiritual theological, biblical, to explore tunity oppor an students offer courses These Courses students. offer they ration prepa of ministry kinds the in distinct are departments two the nature, in tary complemen While Studies. Family and partments: Pastoral Care and Marriage de academic two and courses ciplinary interdis several of consists center This Academic Disciplines DC749.) DC749.) with credit (Cognate situations. ticular par for their suitable are that ways in ofcourse the assignments to the spond re persons lay and pastors, educators, among the topics considered. Christian are hazards and benefits possible and relationships, direction of spiritual of prayer,conduct the growth the and of faith life the directee, and of director The roles relationships. directing and counseling, mentoring, of discipling, characteristics ofunique the standing under an and direction spiritual of definition working a of Development Interdisciplinary Interdisciplinary In course,this we both will Four hours. • Spiritual Direction. Spiritual • The purpose of this of this The purpose Four hours. • Life and The and Life • Nurtur

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------work. to experiential given be will time of portion significant A videos. and presentations, lecture tion, examina study case discussion, of use the through primarily taught be will course This direction. spiritual group to given be will attention Particular of formation. avenues other with tion of participa group interaction the and groups; in process and content between distinctions dynamics; group tion; for participa group implications their models of developmentspiritual and discuss We will formation. spiritual creativity. creativity. informed and sensitivity authentic with manner, a in holistic of persons needs complex to the to respond seek they as experience life and practice, their theological perspective, ministry of interaction the on to reflect couraged en are Students exploration. science revelation and well-grounded social and understanding from both biblical since its inception and on observation found in the ofwritings the church of care soul traditions historic rich the on They do by drawing so practice. ministerial theory, and care pastoral understanding, spiritual formation, self- reflective combine help students clinic-based specialist. These courses the than rather minister church-based of the perspective the from offered are courses in marriage and family studies, to compared as courses, care Pastoral setting. ministry the in the multiple contexts surrounding issues systemic addressing require may gregational or parachurch setting and and outside the immediate con- within to persons of Christ, example the ing follow offered, appropriately is care This care. of strategies responsive and develop and implement both preventive to of faith community the challenging to take the initiative in and training equipped be must Ministers Christ. of Jesus ofchurch the community of the member of each responsibility the is care of pastoral The provision Pastoral Care Pastoral Ben K.Lim Four hours. - - - - - St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East 127 ------Gives Four hours. Four Students and and Students Four hours. Four • Clinical Pastoral Pastoral Clinical • • Marriage Enrich • PastoralCareof• • Marriage, Pre-Mar Four hours. Four ­Backgroundthe maron Students contract under an under contract Students otherwise noted. otherwise Up to 12 hours. Students with strong interest all Bethel locations unless unless locations Bethel all Course descriptions apply to to apply descriptions Course riage, and Family Counseling. ministry students an overview of basic and marriage in involved principles familycounseling use infor church, not clinicalsettings. Focuses short-term on counselingmethodology. PC712(PC212) ment and Leadership. spousesentertogether marriageintoa enrichmentand communications experience. its for PC205. Prerequisite: PC205. its for PC500 or PC501. PC710 (PC210) Youth. in youth ministry will focus on social, psychological,thatof issues spiritual and dis Includes group. age developmental riage enrichment (ME) movement is laid are guidelines and provided, also leadership for experiences.MEout of Christianprinciples suchpreven for PC705 (PC205) (PC205) PC705 Education. 400-hour a for center CPE accredited supervisedexperience, usually ina CPE center. care nursing or hospital persons for important particularly is planwho entertochaplaincy posts of variouskinds, is alsobut applicable manyto other ministry settings. The creditsmay beapplied as pastoral care electives, but in cases in which stu dents plan on a counseling vocation, field education credit may be sought paid are Supervisory fees course). (one directlyThisthe tocenter. CPEfee isdeducted fromthe charges Bethel Seminarymakes the coursefor cred identity youth culture, youth of cussion evangelism,rebellion, abuse, drug crises, education,sex issues, vocational and parent-child conflict.(Cognate credit withDC710.) PC711 (PC211) are explained.tion work (Cognate credit with SP712.) ------Studies change A study of major major of study A Under a local pas • Supervised Coun • Christian Spiritual Spiritual Christian • • Christian• ofUse • Practice and Pro • Change and Conflict Conflict and Change • Four hours. Four Four hours. hours. Four Four hours. Four cessPastoralCounseling. of Study fundamentalsof the in practice and recorded readings, using counseling, materials, and group process. (PC203) PC703 Counseling WeighsTheory. the basic elementscounseling of theory,and Christian and secular compares then examplestheory of andpractice. Each an develop to encouraged is student appropriateapproach counselingto in and particular ministry a population setting. PC704(PC204) proachesthat represent anappropriate Christian response to human prob PC501. or PC500 Prerequisite: lems. hours. Four seling Practicum. Practicum. seling toral counseling supervisor, students developing at skills work andap Life:Henri Nouwen. themesinthe thoughtHenri of Nou PC652(PC227) of one internationally (1932-1996), wen themostinfluential Christian spiritual writersgeneration.our emphaof The sis will be on primary sources, set in set primary sources, on will be sis theframework his of life anddevelop ment,and complemented by reflections fromthe instructor, servedwho as a teachingfellowwith during Nouwen The hisHarvard years (1983-1985). thisgoal is for experience provideto values personal and insights critical our encourage and willilluminate that of faithfulchildren and beloved as lives theLord.credit (Cognate with SP652 andHS652.) PC701 (PC201) Ministry. Christian in consider to students Encourages dures. personalstyles andapproaches con to group learned in Responses are flict. processas well as wide exposure theto literatureconflict.on (Cognate credit withML701.) PC702 (PC202) agencyandconflict churchin contexts. skills, of understanding Increases proce resolution and defenses, threats, Center for Spiritual and Personal Formation Personal and Spiritual for Center ------Four Four Four or Four • Introduction to • Principles of Coun Introduces students theto This course is designed to

- most common spiri describe the health, and relational tual, mental or in a church issues encountered context; ministry other strategies of care plan appropriate issues, these for guidance and struc- whether within the church - to other profes or by referral ture sionals; own their how into insight attain theo- spiritual, mental, emotional, formation af- logical, and cultural to thosefects the ministry they offer and need; in practice contextualization and to regard with theological reflection issues of human need and pastoral for both the purposes of offer care, ing personal guidance and develop- community strate- ing preventive attention to gies, paying particular geographic, (e.g., distinctives the demographic, socioeconomic, and ethnic factors) found within a par ticular ministry setting.

Course offerings in pastoral care are are care pastoral in offerings Course develop to students enable to designed competenciesto: 1. 2. 3. 4. PC500 (PC100) Objectives: seling. provide a foundation of basic skills for personslikewould who enhanceto theirtherapy andpastoral care abili ties.combines It theoretical under of practice hands-on and standing and microskillsessential counseling canserve as the prerequisite counsel or in enrolling persons for course ing transferringtheto M.A. inMarriage andFamily Therapy program. hours. PC501 (PC101) PastoralCare/Pastoral Careand Counseling. minister’sshepherding functions, then guidesthem practicalto applications counseling, teaching, preventive in andshaping healthy of community life. Thiscourse includes practicuma that formsthelearning. core Lectures deal with typical situations faced in pas toralministry. Evaluation the of stu dent focuses on personal integration. Seminarythe of East course includes a GuidedLearning Experience. five hours. five

128 128 St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East wide efforts with youth. youth. with efforts wide community- in cooperation as well as context that in efforts prevention and settings to church applied be will tion informa historical and theological, cal, bibli field. Pertinent the in by experts presentations and addicts, recovering treatment center, testimonies from to a a visit includes Course pulsivity. com relationship and workaholism, including chemicals, sex, gambling, kinds all of behaviors addictive explore will Students and Church. the dency PC722 (PC222) Four hours. integrative syntheses for themselves. ing kind this of ministry, and develop for do frameworks look at theological will Students examined. be will crises related and death, violent accidents, illness, Grief, networks. and systems tion as it is practiced in church-based interven crisis of practice and ries, theo definitions, explore will Students PC721 (PC221) PC721 Four hours. victim. and benefactor, perpetrator, the racism as factors used in counseling of explorewill the psychological effects of Students systems. belief to other alized gener be can that insights to gain ined counseling paradigms will be exam examination, inquiry, and formulating of self- The processes perspective. a from psycho-social-theological cultures of variety a in system belief Counseling. (PC220) PC720 Four hours. addressed. be will issues legal and cal remarriage and stepfamilies, and ethi divorce, grief, and loss abuse, child intervention, crisis crises, perpetual in such as parent-child conflict, families Concepts community. church a healthy tervention and caregiving, and shaping in teaching, preventive in applications practical through them guides then families, and children with functions minister’s to the students It introduces pastoral care of children and families. in issues and skills, and theory care pastoral areas: primary two explores Children and Families. (PC213)PC713 Explores the role the of the Explores • Crisis Intervention. • Crisis • Pastoral Care • of Care Pastoral • Chemical Depen Chemical • • Cross-Cultural This course course This Four hours. - Center for Spiritual and Personal Formation ------

- church attendees in order to help them order to help in them attendees church sanctions, and plans ways of educating norms and social/family disintegrating mobility, social unemployment, issues, sexual crime, divorce, as such issues Studies churches. in ministries tional educa prevention-oriented of creating objective the object with ofan study Families. (PC242) PC742 HS738.) with (Cognate credit Kingdom. the and Christ Jesus for service fruitful faithful, in lives our inspire and enlighten to work. The goal is for these “voices” frame a chronological within sources, illustrated by classic and contemporary themes, ministry selected consider will day. Students present the through tury cen first the from ministries Christian of history the in models of important Perspective. Historical in (PC255) PC738 Four hours. 10 students.) to (Limited effectively. more lead and minister to able be to order in issues these from liberty cient suffi gain to plans make Students try. one’s affect minis one’scan from past remaining how and issues history, ily to one’s fam attention own for giving experience group small with students Self-Understanding. and (PC232) PC732 events. to counseling as well as settings to church learning the maintenance of well-being, and applies formation,spiritual and self-care for role the of prayer, Explores healing. wholeness,ing Christian health, and regard information contemporary and ness. (PC231) PC731 Four hours. community. and church in levels of kinds all on topic this with dealing for involvewill the student in preparation discussion, class larger as well as ing, process group Small care. pastoral and reavement, for purposes of counseling be addressing literature the as well as losses, own their explore will dents Experiences of Grief and Loss. and Grief of Experiences (PC223) PC723 Investigates biblical, historical, historical, biblical, Investigates Four hours. Sees the modern family as as family modern the Sees • Ministering to • Ministering • Christian Whole Christian • • Family of Origin Origin of Family • • Christian Ministries • Counseling through Four hours. Provides Provides

A survey Stu ------with DC746.) with credit (Cognate studied. are gregation con the role within their and groups and in a church setting. Life cycles of class in work group direct through skills leadership and communication ing with groups and to enhance their of work styles own their to analyze students for opportunity an provides It organizations. Christian other and plication to small groups in the church ap appropriate its and ment theory develop group explores also course The considered. are groups service and groups, support groups, study of roles The models. meta-church and 3-C including examined, are approaches congregational Specific course. this of focus the is churches local in groups Church. the PC746 (PC251) Four hours. DC745.) with credit (Cognate families. more effectively to a broad range of and ways in which pastors can minister teraction with the institutional church in family’s a to given be will attention Special own. their including situations, theoretical principles to actual family opportunities for students to apply family topics be will addressed with cal perspective on families. Relevant theoreti and theological congruent to develop a students to encouraging with special emphasis dynamics given family basic discuss will course This PC745Systems. • (PC245) Family hours. TS744.) view.with (Cognate credit of point theologian’s and caregiver’s a both from ministry of view grated inte an world. the Attempts in evil goodness of God and the presence of the doubt concerning existential and theological with who suffer persons ing of help aspects clinical the and logical Suffering. and (PC244) PC744 Four hours. DC742.) with credit (Cognate world. today’s in manage successfully more Establishing healthy cell Four hours. Explores both the theo the both Explores • Small Groups in in Groups Small • • Perspectives on Evil - - - -

Four - - - - - St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East 129 - - - - - ­ - - intended ­intended Four hours. Four • Principles of Coun This course is designed to - understand their own family re lationships in ways that enhance ministry; offer effective programming for for programming effective offer and enrichment; prevention - with trou intervene appropriately bled couples and families; and understand systemic dynamics in in dynamics systemic understand - and other organiza congregations tions.

The M.A.M.F.T. program is not not is program M.A.M.F.T. The seek willeventually who persons for of presence the However, ordination. theprogram inthe seminary means Divinity of Master the in persons that trackwill chooseto be able concen a tration in marriage and family studies. Academicpreparation inmarriage andfamily studies andtherapy is seminarians. for relevant particularly ministry current influenced is One’s themesby andexperiences fromone’s familyorigin of andadultrelationships, andministers function within con characterized by systems gregational families. in those to similar dynamics This program offers students a com prehensive,advanced opportunity to learn to: 1. 2. 3. 4. eddiscipline, without San Diego) (in or counseling/ in course introductory an psychotherapytheory andtechnique: PC500 (PC100) PC500 (PC100) is a prerequisite isa for (PC100) PC500 studentswithout anundergraduate/ graduatedegree incounseling or a relat seling. provide a foundation of basic skills for personslikewould who enhanceto theirtherapy andpastoral care abili of practice hands-on and standing and microskillsessential counseling canserve as the prerequisite counsel ties.combines It theoretical under or in enrolling persons for course ing Marital and in M.A. the transferring to Family Therapy. ------(St. (St. is to prepare e Steven J. Sandag Studies develop a professional identity as develop a professional agents of formation and transfor mation who respond to God’s call to God’s mation who respond families, couples, to minister to intentionally by systems other and integrating biblically grounded, theological coherent professionally with understandings theoretical and ethical clinical practice; - therapeutic re effective provide and sponses (both preventive range of interventive) in a broad for described, previously as settings, issues; a wide variety of presenting demonstrate sensitivity and expertise in ministering to individuals, cou- other of members and families, ples, themselves from systems who differ ethnicity, such as culture, in areas worldview, background, religious and value system; and demonstrate emotional and spiri- which wholeness, and maturity tual enable them to reflect on their own continuing formation process in ways that enhance their personal relation- ships as well as their professional effectiveness. Ben K. Lim G. Keith Olson Marriage and Marriage tionsthis of ministry the of church. This role could be practiced as a spe a within ministries family in cialist church setting, in a parish-based coun selingpractice other or kinds para of standingtheandimplica of need for churchpastoral or counseling agencies, health mental community secular a in inother or treatment center, settings expertise. family requiring studentsfunctionto inofthe role specialistsfamily marriagewith and stronga biblical andtheological under Paul and San Diego only) primary The focusthe of courses inMarriage andFamily Studies Objectives: Marriage and in program M.A. The inSt.Paul FamilyTherapy (M.F.T.) andthe M.A. inMarital andFamily TherapyinSan intendDiego prepareto who specialists family and marriage are able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Family Center for Spiritual and Personal Formation Personal and Spiritual for Center -

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Four hours. Four This course offers • Independent Study Study Independent • • Marriage, Family, • Family-Based Youth Focuses on a model of otherwise noted. otherwise M.F.T. graduate, ’03 graduate, M.F.T. all Bethel locations unless unless locations Bethel all

Course descriptions apply to to apply descriptions Course “In Bethel’s M.F.T. pro - M.F.T. Bethel’s “In at is integration gram, class every of core the experience. every and way the change will It way the think, you way the connect, you the and minister, you live.” you way andFriendship. a biblical perspective on building a coun premarital marriage, Christian human remarriage, and divorce seling, sexuality,healthy communication givingand the and patterns/styles, learn Students friendship. of receiving disease in of symptoms recognize to familya system andacquire methods positive for intervention. Includes a GuidedLearning Experience. PC747 (PC247) of the East only. Four hours. Four theEast of only. (PC248) PC748 Ministries. churchministryyouth that appreciates parents of the role andfamily systems the spiritualon growth andcharacter (Cognate adolescents. of development creditwith DC748.) PC670 (PC270) study in PastoralCare.Researchand arrangementby with the professor. (Permission is required.)

130 130 St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East riage and family therapy in pastoral pastoral in therapy family and riage of mar place the examine also dents Stu class. in practiced are approaches these from of techniques plications therapy. Ap to family approaches and theoretical perspectives, major theological from critique, and review Therapy. Family and riage (MF131)of Mar MF503 • Theories only. Four hours. Paul St. care. pastoral and of therapy forpractice the implications their and intellectual, and developmentsocial spiritual, physical, to given attention adult development are with examined life cycle. Childhood, adolescent, and over the family the within individuals of development the explores course Family.the velopment within De (MF121) Individual • MF502 perspectives. theoretical their and convictions cal theologi their between congruence to develop and increased families about assumptions own their examine theory. systems family to given is attention therapy. Special family and of marriage practice the and family and marriage of study the in issues theological as well as studies, family and marriage of foundations theoretical opment and devel historical the examine courses Studies. Family and Marriage (MF101) MF501 Therapy. Family and Marital of • Foundations (MF100) MF500 Students are encouraged to to encouraged are ­Students Four hours. • Foundations of • Foundations Students Students These These This This - - - Center for Spiritual and Personal Formation - - - - families. with to working approach own their articulate to begin and care pastoral in place of and marriage family therapy the examine also Students class. in from these approaches are practiced of techniques therapy. Applications ily to fam approaches foundational major the perspectives, theoretical and tual, spiri theological, from critique, and I. Therapy Family • (MF146) Theories ofMF504 Marital MF551.and Recommended prerequisite: MF501, families. with to working approaches care and begin to articulate their own therapy that incorporate a postmodern a postmodern incorporate that therapy major newer approaches to family the perspectives, theoretical and tual, spiri theological, from critique, and II. Therapy Family MF505 (MF147) only. One hour. MF504. with concurrently MF504L in enroll must Students ences. experi learning primary the stimulate will plays role critiquing and ing, observ in, participating and sessions of therapy videos I. Watching Therapy in MF504 Theories of Family Marital with the MFT theories being studied associated are that interventions and skills clinical the using competence and comfort some develop to portunity I. Lab of MFT • Theories (MF146L) MF504L This lab affords students the op the students affords This lab San Diego only. Four hours. Four only. Diego San St. Paul only. Four hours. • Theories of Marital Students review Students review San Diego Diego San ------Culture. and Gender, Class, Context: in lies (MF102/MF106) MF551/557 MF504. Diego: San in Prerequisite culture. and of gender, class, terms in themselves from who differ to families care toral pas and therapy of providing lenges chal identify Students examined. also are of rolegender ences perceptions The influ status. socioeconomic and culture, ethnicity, race, to related tion interac and structure family in ences only MF504. Prerequisite: care. pastoral and of therapy forpractice the implications their and development cal, spiritual, intellectual, and social to physi given is Attention examined. family issues, and chronic illness are parenting over the life cycle, work and preparation, transition to parenthood, marriage adolescence, Childhood, issues. developmental addressing for strategies therapeutic and cycle life over the family the within individuals of development the explores course Cycle. Life Family and opment • (MF125) IndividualMF506 Devel hour. One only. Diego MF505. with MF505L concurrently experiences. Students must enroll in stimulate will learning the primary plays role critiquing and observing, in, of therapy sessions, and participating videos II. Watching Therapy Family of Marital MF505 in Theories studied sociated with the MFT theories being as are that interventions and skills clinical the using competence and comfort some develop to opportunity Lab II. MF505L (MF147L) Four hours. Prerequisite: MF504. families. with to working approaches own their articulating work toward do and additional care pastoral apy in ther family and of marriage place the to examine continue Students class. in from these approaches are practiced of techniques worldview. Applications . Four hours. This lab affords students the the students affords lab This Four hours. This course explores differ explores course This • Theories of MFT of MFT • Theories San Diego only. San Diego Diego San • Fami • This This - - - - San San ------St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East 131 ------This

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Course descriptions apply to to apply descriptions Course tions. This course will also explore can MFTs besthow with work medical practitionersinproviding com more Prerequisites:care. client prehensive and MF506,MF564. MF504, only. courseanalyzes the dynamic processes sexualityin and intimacy, love, of couple and family relationships from perspectives. systems and spiritual Special focus is given to human sexual enhancing for strategies including ity thesexual experience, as well as diag nosingandtreating sexual dysfunc marital and of context within the tions familyThistherapy. course satisfies theCalifornia BBS requirement a of minimumcontact coursehours of 10 of work in human sexuality. Prerequisite: MF504. tive of the use of medication in treating in medication of use the of tive of context within the disorders mental social, cultural, gender, and religious issues.central The focus will thebe on majorclassifications of psychotropic drugs,specifying their psychiatric uses,benefits, side effects, toxicities, combinations,andbiochemical ac family and couplerelationships such as socialization,communication, shame, stress, power, andcoping will beexam ined.Special attention will begiven to transition families how and spirituality through divorce, remarriage, and grief. Students will be given opportunities to own their dynamicsthese in explore families of origin. Prerequisite: MF504. San Diego hours. only. Two MF606 (MF126) •Psychopharmacol ogy and Marital and Family Therapy. perspec historical a gain will Students MF608 (MF128) • Sexuality and Inti macy in Couples and Families. MF565 (MF104) ily Process. ------Four Four - • Indi This course Four hours. Four • Advanced Clinical Advanced •

Four hours. Four San Diego only. Four hours. This course focuses on devel Issues. vidualFamilyand Psychopathology. Thiscourse helpsstudents understand andidentify individual andrelational gainandproblems awareness ab of normaland/or unhealthy development individuals of andrelationships. The and to introduction includes course critiqueDSM-IVdiagnostic of catego ries. Prerequisite in St. Paul: MF502. and MF504 Diego: San in Prerequisites MF506. MF563 (MF133) opingtherapeutic andpastoral care strategiestheory,research, on based reflectiontheological and to address issues such as separation and divorce, families, remarried and single-parent infertility,sexualadultery, dysfunction, abuseandviolence inthe family,and addictivecompulsiveandbehaviors. Prerequisites: andMF561. MF503 hours. diagnosisandtreatment individuals, of couples,andfamilies inThe therapy. legalandethical issues involvedinthe especiallymeasures,assessment of use in diverse populations, will be dis cussed.Students are encouraged useto theirown profiles identify to opportu nitiescontinuing for spiritual, person al,andrelational growth. Prerequisite: MF504. • DynamicsMF561 (MF103) of Fam ilyInteraction: Sexuality, Spiritual ity, and Socialization. analyzes dynamic processes of family of analyzesprocessesdynamic and couple relationships such as love andintimacy; communication; shame; power;family stress; andcoping. Fami namicsintheir own families origin. of or MF501 prerequisites: Recommended MF500andMF551. (MF123/MF127) MF562/564 ly changes such as divorce, remarriage, and grief are also addressed. Special attentionis given theto ways couples of issues around familiesinteract and are Students spirituality. and sexuality encouragedandevelopawarenessto the of influences of these family dy Center for Spiritual and Personal Formation Personal and Spiritual for Center ------. Four hours. hours. Four . Four hours. Four Students examine This course will course This • Professional and and Professional • • Professional• and

Theoretical perspec Theoretical Four hours. Four

EthicalFamilyand Marriage in Issues Therapy. MF560 (MF144) Ethical IssuesMarital in and Family Therapy. Thesecourses address legal andethi of practice the arising in situations cal maritalandfamily therapy andexam maintaining of challenges unique ine appropriateboundaries within minis try settings. Issues of professional de velopment are discussed, and students areencouraged strategiesdevelopto personal, professional, continuing for Recommended spiritualgrowth. and prerequisite in St. Paul: MF503. Prereq uisite in San Diego: MF504 MF559Psychological (MF139) • As sessment inMFT. familiarizestudents with the psycho metriccharacteristics and limitations standardized and projective both of as- family and marital, psychological, willhow learn Students tools. sessment to administer and score various instru ments, interpret assessment data, and willinassist that reports clinicalwrite • Challenges over the the over Challenges MF552 (MF122) • Family Life Cycle. Challenges Family MF558 • (MF124) over the Life Cycle. therapeuticstrategies addressing for developmentalissues throughout the family life cycle, such as marriageparenthood, to transition preparation, and work cycle, life the over parenting familyissues, chronic illness, andag ing. Recommended prerequisite in St. Paul:MF502. •MF553 (MF132) Marriage and Fam ilyAssessment. tives on marital and family assessment are presented, along with an overview used frequently with experience and of personalityand relationship assess encouraged are Students tools. ment identify to profiles own their use to opportunitiescontinuing for spiri tual,personal, andrelational growth. Recommended MF503. Prerequisite: MF562. prerequisite: MF555 (MF134)

132 132 St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East only. Three hours. mended prerequisite: MF553. ment. Prerequisites: MF503. Recom to treat approach systemic inherently to mental health, while retaining an cal model as approach their primary a who medi use professionals other and Rule 29 agencies, companies, ance professional relationships with insur bilingual in their ability to negotiate become may students that so addressed be will integration systems and model medical Both treatment. family of sions ses three first to the essential skills the practice and learn will Students planning. treatment and assessment diagnostic health for mental necessary skills fundamental to the student the es Therapy.Family and Marriage in Planning Treatment (MF136) MF653 • Diagnosis and This course introduc course This St. Paul Paul St. - - Center for Spiritual and Personal Formation - - - - MF504. MF504. Diego: San in Prerequisite MF503. and MF501 Paul: St. in Prerequisites cerns. con family to responses pastoral and therapeutic their to ground literature current use to students enabling of goal the with examined are research derstanding and critiquing published of un therapy. Principles family and marriage of outcomes and processes in and issues family in research tive quantita and qualitative of design and Students explore the interpretation Therapy.Family and Evaluation in Marital and MF655 (MF145) Family Therapy. and Evaluation in Marriage and Design • (MF135) Research MF654 Four hours. • Research Design Design • Research

- - - program. ­program. of the Permission director of the M.F.T. Prerequisite: programs. certificate in students, or for any extension required M.F.T. for unit S.C.E. third the beyond supervision of participation in group of $250 will be assessed for fee any quarter continuation A manual. program M.F.T. the and Education Therapy ily Fam and of Marriage Accreditation the to conform must practicum The sor. supervi AAMFT-approved an and/or therapist family and marriage licensed and 75 hours of supervision by a contact cum including 300 hours of clinical practi a nine-month constitute three, to take required are students which 152, 153, 154) These four units, of Paul: St. Supervised Clinical Experience I-IV. ­guidelines of the Commission on MF701, 702, 703, 704 (MF151, (MF151, MF701, 703, 704 702, Nine hours. Nine - - - St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East 133 ------San Diego San Diego only. only. Diego San only. Diego San • Therapy with • Therapy with •Therapy with Developmental consid Developmental Developmental consider Developmental Spiritual, developmental, Major approaches to group group to approaches Major San Diego hours. only. Two ­ren. erations for conducting therapy with therapy conducting for erations adolescentswill beexplored within the systems context. Students will learna varietyindividual, of family,and group treatmentapproaches. Legal andethi cal issues associated with therapy for for therapy withassociatedissues cal minorsas well as special character MF742 (MF242) Child ationsconducting for therapy with pre- adolescent children will be explored withinthe systems context. Students willlearn varietya treatment of ap proachesincluding art, sandplay, tray, andgrouptherapies. Legal andethi for therapy with associated issues cal minorsas well as special characteristics doing for required competencies and therapywith pre-adolescent clients will be explored. Prerequisites: MF504, andMF506. MF505, hours. Two MF743 (MF243) Adolescents. for required competencies and istics doingtherapy with adolescent clients will be explored. Prerequisites: MF504, andMF506. MF505, hours. Two MF744 (MF244) Couples. andpsychosocial dynamics incouple relationships along with research and therapy on perspectives theoretical withcoupleswill beexamined froma systems perspective. Various forms of coupling such as marriage, cohabita partnering lesbian and gay and tion, willbeexamined inlighttheir of particularneeds andchallenges to theChristian therapist. Prerequisites: andMF506. MF505, MF504, hours. Two only. with Therapy MF745 (MF245) • Groups. therapywill bepresented with anem phasisprocess on groups.strategies The and role the as well as techniques and will leaders effective of characteristics beexplored. Therapy groups will be differentiatedfromself-help, 12-step, caregroups, andother groupexperi in therapy group of place The ences. MFT practice and pastoral care will be examined.Prerequisites: MF504and MF505. ------Stu - Aging The Spiri One hour. One

San Diego only. only. Diego San San Diego only. only. Diego San • Spiritual• Forma San Diego only. San Diego hours. only. Two ­aginganddifferential diagno Two hours. Two MF726 (MF156) • Aging and Long- Term Care: MFT Perspectives. complicated depression, between sis with along dementia, and bereavement, theirtreatments. Emphasis will be givenpsychotherapeutic,to pastoral, andpsychopharmacologic treatments for geriatric clients. This course meets California BBS requirements of 10 instructionhours of inaging andlong- term care. Prerequisite: MF504 and MF506. focusthis of course includes California laws,research, theories, andspiritual perspectives regarding detection, as casesof in intervention and sessment, spousalpartner or abuse. California BBS requirements for specific instruc tion in this area are met in this course. MF504. Prerequisite: is accompanied by many develop contextual and psychosocial, mental, changesthat affect every domain the of individual’s life. Focus will be given to normal • Domestic Violence Violence MF720 Domestic (MF150) • Assessmentand Intervention. velopmental,theological, and systems and integrated, will be perspectives be will work clinical for implications and MF504 Prerequisites: focus. given MF505. MF740 (MF240) • Personal Forma dentswill examine their development attention givingspecial therapists, as of families their from influences the to origin, spirituality, sense of self, per sonal maturity, gender, cultural, and ethnic background. Particular focus will be given to what it means to be Christiana therapist. Prerequisites: MF504andMF505. hours. Two MF741 (MF241) tion in Couples and Families. tual formation will be studied with a relationship the expandsto that scope De families. and couples in dynamics tion of the Christian Therapist. Christian the of tion Center for Spiritual and Personal Formation Personal and Spiritual for Center ------San - Stu In ad San Diego only. only. Diego San

• Substance Abuse Abuse Substance • Nine hours (MF705, three three hours Nine (MF705, MF705, 706, 707, 708

San Diego: four These 154) 153, 152, (MF151, units constitute a 12-month practicum including500 clinicalhours of con tactminimumanda hours of 100 of supervision by a qualified California LicensedMarriage andFamily Thera pist,AAMFT-approved supervisor, and/orother approvedsupervisor. The practicumfulfills requirementsthe theface-to-face of BBS for experience fami couples, individuals, counseling of fee continuation A groups. or lies, $250 will be assessed for any quarter of participation in groupsupervision beyondthe fourth M.F.T. unit S.C.E. for required extension any for or students, in L.P.S. programs. Prerequisite: Pass ingthe practicum qualifying exam, program andpermission the of M.F.T. administrator. sessmentand Intervention. dents will be exposed to research and theoriesprogression, ideology, of as sessment,andtreatment alcoholism of andother chemical substance abuse andSpiritual,dependency. psychoso be will perspectives biological and cial, integrated. This course meets Califor nia BBS requirements for a minimum specifichours of 15 of instruction in al coholismandother chemical substance MF504. Prerequisite: dependency. Diego hours. only. Two hours; MF706-708, two hours each). MF718 • Child (MF148) Abuse As One hour. One MF719 (MF149) Assessmentand Intervention. dition to learning California laws child reporting assessing and regarding abuse, students will be exposed to research,theories, andspiritual per victims, perpetrators, about spectives child in interventions assessment,and abusecases. This course satisfies the seven for Californiarequirements BBS instructionhours of inchild abuse prevention, assessment, and reporting. MF504. Prerequisite:

134 134 St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East Two hours. MF505, MF719.and and dependence. Prerequisites: MF504, abuse substance with only deals which MF719abuse), (substance than haviors be compulsive of spectrum broader a covers course This compulsivity. ship relation and eating, activity, religious abuse, work, substance gambling, sex, including behaviors compulsive and of addictive variety a in involved wide chological, and interpersonal processes psy spiritual, the explore will Students Processes. Addictive of Treatment • Assessment (MF246) andMF746 San Diego only. Center for Spiritual and Personal Formation -

- - primary and ofsecondary primary victims forthe both syndromes post-trauma of possible prevention the and crises potential negative impact of such the to lessen Steps terror. and threat, injury, suicide, death, fire, earthquake, as such crises and disasters caused human- as well as natural with ated associ trauma emotional to respond to needed protocols and fundamentals Management Stress Incident Critical the covers that intervention health mental on emergency acute focuses Response. Trauma and (MF247) MF747 • Crisis Intervention Intervention • Crisis This course course This - nar: Worldview,nar: and Practice. Ethics, (MF161) MF751 Semi • Integration only. Two hours. MF504, MF505, MF564. and Prerequisites: strategies. self-care learn and factors risk fatigue compassion tify iden will Students discussed. be will referrals and resources faith-based and government using follow-up services Appropriate described. be will trauma Seminar. and MFT Theory: An Integrative (MF/TS267) MF/TS755 hours. M.Div./P.C. programs. degree in the M.A.M.F.T., M.Div./M.F.S., or seniors St. to graduating Paul: Limited ministry to individuals and families. effective for wisdom and ethics virtue of ofparadigms value the the and theory; nature of clinical practice, research, and moral the knowledge; integrative ing shap in theories en to epistemological giv be will Attention practice. ministry congruence in professional therapy and facilitate will that a worldview coherent into elements clinical and theological, theoretical, to integrate age students to encour designed is seminar This Diego only. Four hours. TS501. and MF504 Prerequisites: professor. therapy family and marital a and professor by a theology taught M.F.T. team be will Paper. The class M.F.T.sist Senior the to write students as will course This humanity. hurting to a healing and about change to bring practice in incarnational be can they of andChrist explore ways in which example and person the contemplate will Students effectiveness. therapeutic contrasted to psychopathology and and compared is Christ through sin from ofcally. The redemption effect are appraised theologically and clini race and person onhuman the fall of tion to a theological understanding rela in considered are nature human cal perspectives. Different theories of psychologi and theological both from tion of human nature and Christology . The consequences of the of the . The consequences imago dei Course descriptions apply to all Bethel locations unless This course is an investiga an is course This otherwise noted. • Theology San Diego Diego San Four Four San San ------

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136 136 St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East ministry in the 21st century. century. 21st the in ministry for transformational framework biblical with the practical skills and ministry student the provide will disciplines these in Studies ministry. supervised preaching and communication; and textual ministry; ministry leadership; con and evangelization global nity; commu in discipleship of areas the includes Leadership Transformational Offerings. Course in the seminary years and beyond. process developmental this continuing ship is committed to accelerating and Leader for Center Transformational The development process. leadership spiritual the of end, the not beginning, the only is program The academic timetable. to academic an according years or two in notthree are developed Lifelong Learning. spiritual leaders will be enhanced. a few of the ways that the developmentships with faculty and lay leaders are just of and opportunities for mentoring relation- ministry, church-based groups, enant cov ministry, Supervised leadership. spiritual of practice and theory biblical to the students to employed be expose will classroom the beyond experiences educational end, this Toward grams. pro educational for context the supply must of community a and sense deep sharing, authentic friendships, Intimate community. larger the of resources the to and ofstudent the life real to the tional experiences must be connected Educa learned. be must it nonetheless, but taught, be cannot leadership tual spiri standpoint, pedagogical purely Beyond. and The Classroom Commission. ofGreat the focus and multicultural theglobal reflect ministry and spiritual leadership that of models multiple to students expose for Transformational Leadership will racially diverse. Therefore, the Center Course descriptions apply to all Bethel locations unless otherwise noted. The Center for Spiritual leaders From a a From - - - - - Center for Transformational Leadership - - Courses Interdisciplinary will preparewill students for courses with Experience Learning Guided first the Experience. TheLearning creation of through the development of a Guided teams mentoring their forming and ment. Students are assisted in choosing develop skill ministry and formation, spiritual rigor, academic model: East’s of the Seminary of Bethel aspects onthree the by focusing education theological work graduate-level in orients and prepares students for their Education. Theological (TL114) TL511 M.A.M.F.T. except programs degree all in students of all Required course. the permeate work will reconciling and redemptive of power God’s The unifying ologies. of non-Westernide significance the goods and resource consumption, and of distribution unequal the refugee, the of status the powerless, and poor the status and inequalities, degradation of fear, slavery in its many forms, gender language supremacy, racial bigotry and nocentrism and cultural imperialism, of eth issues to the engage paradigm based and anthropologically informed a to biblically develop together made be “others.” will attempt An concerning beliefs and attitudes prescribed socially and learned own his/her with to grips come person to help each designed is Unity. and Embracing ty (TL110) TL510 only.East M.A.M.F.T. except programs degree all in students of all Required course. the permeate will a into new community church the to transform ofgospel power the ious nature of racism. The reconciling insid and pervasive the and relations, gender,and race of sexism issues the ship potential. It explores in depth leader as well as growth personal and spiritual influences identity cultural how one’s examines and ofchurch, the mandate mission global to the culture This course applies understanding of ministry. of all context the as of culture try. TL501 (TL100) A biblically grounded examination Four hours. San Diego only. Diego San of the St. Paul Seminary and • Culture and Minis and Culture • • Introduction to to Introduction • • Celebrating Diversi • Celebrating This course course This

This course course This Four hours. - - - ­ - - - munity, and global contexts. Students Students contexts. global and munity, com family, church, the within cacy advo of avenues multiple to exposure students to give designed is course This Families. and Children Needs cial Ministry hours. ences. required Guided Experi Learning CF622 (CF122) contexts. local their in ministries of specific appropriateness age-level the assess students as made be content will of course Application cycle. life human the across individuals moral, and of characteristics spiritual social, emotional, mental, physical, of dents developwill an understanding Stu adults. through of children tics age-level characteris and stages life the Cycle. Life the (CF102) CF502 to children and families. oping a biblical philosophy of ministry devel in students the guide will ences experi These families. and children to of ministry theories current as well as day present to the times Testament history of religious education from Old of the a survey explore will Students church. the and families, children, ing affect trends of cultural context the children’s be will analyzed in ministry The field ofchurch. of the ministries educational broader the set within ministry to children and families ent a broad overview of contemporary pres will course foundational This Children’s and Family Ministry. (CF101) CF501 Children’s and Family Denise MuirKjesbo Christianity in either.” preaching, there is no does not inspire and if our not inspire thought, “If our gospel does Seminary of the East only. of East the Three Seminary This course is a study of • Introduction to to Introduction • • Development Across Across Development • • Advocacy for • SpeAdvocacy James Denney theology ­theology Four hours. Four hours. -

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- - - - Four Four The aim The • Effective • • Creating Creating • • Implement Four hours; CM643 Two Two CM643 hours; Four and models that enable ministry lead ersto facilitate community develop ment in a diverseinmenta environment. CM661 hours. Two CM641 hours; Four CM662/CM642 (GC216) Organizations. Faith-Based of this course is to familiarize partici pantswith world andthe non-profit and organize to ability their increase developfaith-baseda organization Participants (FBO). explore the distinc tive nature of FBOs in order to under standbestapply to how practices for on issues ChristianRelevant ministry. incorporationand tax-exempt status processesunder the internal revenue discussed.learn Participants are code what it takes to sustain effective ongo dentsthe fundamentals programa of planning process. It helps students gain insight about planning as a sys coursement. The involves students informa synthesizing and analyzing tionfromthe initial spirituala point of discernmentprocess theologicalto planningprogram Specific reflection. skills,protocols, andmethodologies agency-based and/or church-based for ministryare learned. Students learn to understandtheir ministry context and theproblem,design components and processes,andstrategically appropri ate resources to bring about positive change.CM663 hours. CM702/CM701 (GC218) ing operations through board devel and fundraising, planning, opment, CM662 strategies. sustainability hours. Two CM642 hours; CM663/CM643 (GC217) Ministry Planning andDevelopment. This course goes beyond teaching stu tematic process for ministry develop ingChange Strategies inMinistry. This course equips students to develop develop to students equips course This and implement macro- and micro-level change strategies in a ministry con dynamics of the learn Students text. community and change systems/policy organizingprinciples methods for that learnalso Students change. to lead can to design a process that can lead to change. individual and organizational Thiscourse is designed increaseto the church the engage to ability student’s as a community change agent while at tendingtheto transformational needs ------This

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Mark Harden Harden Mark Community MinistryCommunity CM601/CM631 (GC220) (GC220) CM601/CM631 Culture,MinisUrban and thePoor try. rentproblemsurban of society andthe to present realities these challenges churches.reviewA past of andpres responsesent urbanto society theby church will be considered with a view towarddeveloping strategies the for presentandfuture. course The is in tended for all interested in formulating theologya ministry of solelyand not those for interested inurban ministry. CM601 Four hours; hours. Two CM631 (GC221) CM603/CM633 Ministry.Urban sionate introducesparticipants tomultidimen sionalfactors that influence qualitythe life Studentsof among the poor. will examinethe circumstances surround and youth, children, individual ing formulating of purpose the familiesfor a pastoral response. An emphasis is placedtheuponcauses root prob of dressconditions suchas homelessness, familyviolence, substance abuse, and unemployment.CM603 lemsandhelps prepare students ad to hours.CM633 Two CM661/CM641(GC215)

peopleandprograms the benefitfor both of the organization andthe indi vidualscomprisewho Studentsit. will beencouraged examineto the biblical basesvisionary for leadership andthe main and creating of skills practical children for programs healthy taining families. and ing a holistic approach to community community to approach holistic a ing “Christian of idea The development. communitydevelopment” “transforor mational development” as a contempo raryapproach Christianto ministry is discussed in relationship to an urban context.Economic versus relational ministry in related models faith-based familyto life, housing, training, job business/economicdevelopment, and publichealth interventions are ex plored. Students in this course exam inecommunity developmentconcepts ingCommunity Development. courseis designed familiarizeto stu dentswith the principles develop for Center for Transformational Leadership Transformational for Center ------Four Four This • Children’s Children’s • • Curriculum Curriculum • This course course This Four hours. Four • Creativity and Mod • Dynamics of Staff Four hours. Four This course explores the many the explores course This

willexplore, discuss, andevaluate the literature, current practices, keylead ers,andpotential waysnewadvocat of ing for children in a variety of settings. Particular attention will be given to ways to advocate for children with manydifferent kinds special of needs. hours. Four CF651DE (CF131DE) Developmentand Assessment. courseisstudythe a of basic concepts thatundergird learning theory,cur riculum development, and curriculum and development, riculum family and children’s in assessment ministry. It is designed to provide foundationunderstandinga for the teaching-learningprocess, the process curriculum planning, curriculum of evaluation, and writing of curriculum materials. (CF132) CF652 facetsthe of administrative process withinthe staffcontexta of minis elsDelivery.Content of This course and implementing, planning, explores experi teaching/learning evaluating ences.areas The creativity, of learning mul and learning, brain-based styles, tipleintelligences will beinvestigated through reading, discussion, classroom experiences,andstudent-led teaching in willpresent Students opportunities. peer receive and videotaped, be class, review and instructor feedback. Evalu thisationiskeycomponent of a course, review. peer and self-evaluation both Prerequisites: andCF651. CF501 hours. (CF141) CF661 ingLeadership.and exploresthe essence Christian of lead ershipdevelopmentand its influence on staff dynamics. Leadership emer theory,groundedgence inthe compar ative study of life histories of biblical, leaders, contemporary and historical, formsthe basis analysis. of This course of development the addresswillalso inministry relationships staffeffective thelocal church. CF662DE (CF142DE) Administra Ministry Family and tion. try position. Administration may be an of resources bringingthe as viewed organizationtogether inwayassuch a of relationships maximize to working

138 138 St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East communities. faith their in of learning orchestrators effective become to help ministers educationin Christian are designed studies Thus, changed. are people and alive Bible comes the Himself, Christ like teacher captivating a Spirit-filled, But when the message is embodied in communicator. unskilled an of hands the in traditions pharisaical and stories oftruths Scripture can appear as dead theological and biblical Sadly, great the of influence. spheres their within tions genera and cultures, groups, people various to the onfaith the pass will who leaders competent by equipping 1:28) (Col. presenting all people mature in Christ is education The of goal Christian Students develop an understanding of considered. are ministry of models and the Holy Spirit in teaching. Philosophy faith community, including the role of the in for discipleship foundations cal theologi and biblical to the students Community. (DC101) DC501 5. 4. 3. 2. 1. to: students enables Community in Discipleship in Study Objectives: Community CM701 Two hours. CM702theory. of change nizing and mobilization, and stages orga community strategies, change environmental include for els change mod and Theories ofparticipants. the Discipleship in JohnR.Cionca

and smallgroup leadershipabilities. cultivate personalteachingskills teams;and namic ministry develop aprocess forbuildingdy- directing volunteerservices; design an effective structure for of educationalministry; appreciate different program models work fordiscipleshipincommunity; develop abiblical/theologicalframe- Course descriptions apply to all Bethel locations unless otherwise noted. . This task is accomplished This course introduces introduces course This • Discipleship in in Discipleship • John Lillis Four hours; - - - Center for Transformational Leadership - any congregation. congregation. any ing-shepherding possibilities within forteach the enthusiasm and vision a gain Students focus. primary a is teams ministry a ofnetwork effective tional methods are studied. Building instruc and styles Learning adults. to in children, ministry youth, and missional and programmatic emphases credit with CF622.) with credit (Cognate needs. of special ferent kinds dif many with children for advocate to ways to given be will attention ticular Par settings. of variety a in children for of advocating new ways potential and leaders, key practices, current ture, litera the evaluate and discuss, explore, will Students contexts. global and nity, commu family, church, the within cacy advo of avenues multiple to exposure students to give designed is course This Families. and Children Needs cial DC622 (DC122) • hours. ML661.) with (Cognate credit setting. organizational trepreneurial en a in team-based, success tained skills, and abilities required for sus knowledge, critical the discussing emphasis is given to identifying and ministry teams are examined. Special and maintaining high-performance developing, attracting, for practices and Principles awareness. leadership dent’s stu the to inform together drawn are studies congregational and literature, contemporary The Bible, leadership. team in success for sustained sary neces abilities and skills, knowledge, of the overview an offers course This DC661 (DC141) ML513.) and TL513 with credit (Cognate tings. and leaders in cross-cultural set workers, agency parachurch leaders, youth education ministers, Christian of pastors, concerns onparticular the emphasis an with combined be will ics dynam leadership and forleader the issues personal on emphasis common A roles. leadership ministry of variety a in to effectiveness critical of issues Leadership. DC513 (DC113) Four hours. includes a Guided Learning Experience. course of East the Four Seminary hours. “Educational Ministry of the Church.” Four hours. An overview and analysis analysis and overview An • Team Leadership. Team • • Transformational Formerly entitled Advocacy for SpeAdvocacy Four hours. Four Four ------

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- - hours. plan. a professional designing transitions, and navigating ministry cultural trends, implementing change, healthy congregations, understanding sional growth areas include building developmentpersonal plan. Profes a designing and ministry, of seasons through criticism, handling serving of listening, art the reserves, adequate out of one’s uniqueness, maintaining valuesistry and priorities, serving min clarifying include areas growth Personal culture. the and church, the of themselves, students becoming in grative seminar will assist participants The inte ministry. of effective practice to the essential resources and issues opment in Ministry. DC704 (DC204) supervisor. on-site faculty member, in conjunction with an of a supervision the under program, camp a in leadership for sponsibility Experience. DC654 (DC254) CF651DE.) lum (Cognatematerials. credit with curricu of writing and evaluation, of curriculum planning, curriculum process the process, teaching-learning the for a understanding foundation provide to designed is It ministry. assessment in children’s and family riculum development, and curriculum theory, cur learning undergird that concepts ofbasic a the study is course Assessment. and Development (DC131DE) DC651DE studied. be will niques tech teaching and proclamation tive Effec discussed. are teenagers in faith nurture and evangelize, gospel, the communicate to Strategies teenagers. to it relates as process communication to Teens. Gospel the DC636 (DC236) ministry. toward proach ap develop youth a and holistic stand under to studied is context Family presented. are growth and mitment com of Christian for them purposes to of relating of methods youth and tics characteris and The needs developed. is families their to young and people try Youth Ministry. (DC235) DC635 Four hours. One-half course. Re course. One-half A philosophy of minis of philosophy A • Professional Devel Professional • • Camp Program Program Camp • • Foundations of • Foundations • Communicating Two hours. Focuses on key A study of the of A the study • Curriculum Four hours. Four hours. Four This This ------St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East 139 ------

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• Ministries of Wom • Family-Based Youth Four hours. Four Establishing healthy cell cell healthy Establishing Focuses on a model of of model a Focuseson • Independent Study in Chris mission is required.) is mission DC744 (DC244) eninthe Church. Through reading, class discussion, interaction with guest personal careful and practitioners, study, this course will explore issues women ministryfor and opportunities inchurch leadership. hours. Four Family (DC245) • DC745 Systems. This coursewill discuss basic family dynamics (such as intimacy, communi cation,withandshame) power, special emphasisgiven examiningto those dynamicsfamilyand thesystem from perspectheoretical familydevelopment tives.Relevant family topics (health, sexuality,spirituality, abuse, compulsive addressed be will divorce) and behavior, apply to students for opportunities with theoreticalprinciples real-lifeto fam ily situations. Special attention will be interactionswith the families’ to given which in ways and church institutional pastors can minister more effectively to a broad range of families. (Cognate credithours. with Four PC745.) (DC251) DC746 theChurch. groupsinlocal churches is the focus of this course. Specific congregational approachesare examined, including 3-Candmeta-church models. The roles of study groups, support groups, andservice groups are considered. The course also explores group develop theoryment andits appropriate ap church the in groups small to plication and other Christian organizations. It provides an opportunity for students analyzeto their own styles work of ing with groups and to enhance their enhance to and groups with ing communicationand leadership skills through direct group work in class of cycles Life setting. church a in and groupsandtheir within role the con gregation are studied. (Cognate credit withPC746.) (DC248) DC748 Ministries. churchministryyouth that appreciates parents of the role andfamily systems the spiritualon growth andcharacter (Cognate adolescents. of development creditwith PC748.) DC270 tianEducation. arrangementwith the professor. ------Four hours. Four • Ministering• to • Ministering• to • Ministering with with Ministering • Four hours. Four Students will study the willstudy Students

Four hours. Four This course is an examina Four hours. Four ­discussed.formsNew the of family tionspurto the process along.Teach work and person the concerning ings of Jesus Christ will be investigated as of walk daily the for significant truths Christ’sdisciples. (DC240) DC741 context of a consistentcontexta of andthorough develop will Students theology. biblical biblicala rationale the divinelyfor designedprocess spiritual of growth as motiva and understanding an as well Adults. sociologythe of family with special concentrationproblemsthe on of con willbestudied inlightthe of Scrip tures. Church ministries to various developed will be life family of styles and analyzed. Students will seek to answerthe question thehow church of canthemeet needs families of inthe 21st century. (Cognate credit with PC742.) DC743 (DC243) of Senior overview to and An Adults. thecharacteristics life of after typical retirementwill age provide the basis exploring for ministry seniorto adults. foundations psychological and Biblical ministering and communicating for described and will be adults senior to analyzed.course The will address the meaningful providing of challenge ministry and learning, involvement, withinthe church andlarger commu nity. temporary American family. Problems Problems family. American temporary suchasdivorce, mobility,unemploy will ethics sexual changing and ment, be tion of adultdevelopmentaltion of life cycles attention with transitions), (including congregation the ways specific to given canminister adultsto ineach life stage. on studies contextual conduct Students particularareas adultprogramming of such as ministry to singles, ministry to women, and ministry to senior and motivation of impact The adults. learningtheory the improvementon of instructionandlearner achievement is church effective of Models considered. andparachurch programs adultsto are ministry both plans, Adult studied. developmentalandfunctional, are developed. DC742 (DC242) Families. Center for Transformational Leadership Transformational for Center ------Offered alter This course Four hours. Four • Teaching for Trans for Teaching • • PastoralCare• of • The Complete Dis Complete The • Effective teaching is stud Investigationis made intothe

participants in becoming stu Discusses discipleship within the

Four hours. Four • Personal(DC205) DC705 and Development. Ministry focuses on key issuesand resources essentialtheto practice effective of will seminar integrative The ministry. assist ­ fromiedthe perspective the of learner, includingmotivational factors, needs, personal and life-stage, styles, learning of role the Analysisof development. theteacher as the orchestrator the of includes process teaching-learning character, beliefs, lesson design, com teaching and strategies, munication style.Course methodologies include readings, discussions, analysis of class room teaching (via video), live observa tions, compressed video, focus groups, guestpractitioners, andpractice teach ing. DC738(DC238) ciple. dents of themselves, the church, and and church, the themselves, of dents theculture. Personal growth areas clarifying ministry and include values priorities,serving unique one’s of out reserves, adequate maintaining ness, theart listening, of handling criticism, serving through seasons of ministry, and designing a personal development plan.Professional growth areas include buildinghealthy congregations, under implementing trends, culturalstanding transi ministry navigating change, tions, and designing a professional plan. (This course isrequired of allM.Div.- and M.A.C.E.-Y.L., M.A.C.E., C.E.majors, andbetakenshould dur ingthe student’ssenior Cognateyear. creditwith ML705.) DC710 (DC210) Youth. functionthe of pastor inrelation to counseling with youth. Social and psychologicalfactors inadolescence will be studied. Problems to be consid identity youth culture, youth are ered ­crises, drug abuse, adolescent rebel guid vocational evangelism, lion, ance,sex education, andparent-child conflict.of the pastor role The and the church in ministering to youth and theirfamilies will bestressed. (Cog natecredit with PC710.) hours. Four nateyears. DC712 (DC212) formation.

140 140 St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East 5. 4. 3. 2. 1. to: students enable will tries minis contextual and global in Studies Objectives: Ministry the context of their home cultures. world. We are called to disciple people in of American cities and from around the emerging leaders from the many cultures recognize the growing importance of in European frames of reference, we the study of world missions has its roots the cause of world evangelism. While diversity here in the United States for with the challenges of reconciliation and and nation starting language, people, a vision to disciple leaders from every world the with around planters church equipping for ever than greater are ties opportuni Our evangelism. world in movements current and God of people of the Oldcalling New and Testament the in rooted are studies Our Christ. Jesus in faith to communities ethnic all accepting the call to reconcile people of to God and our Lord Jesus by Christ ticultural task aimed at bringing glory a mul is missions Theof global study and Contextual and Contextual Global Evangelization Doug Magnuson Mark G.Harden contexts; and onciliation inchanging cultural required ofrec for theministry - develop leadershipskillsandgifts peoples in North America; munities of culturally diverse discipleship ofourgrowing com- the enormouspotentialforglobal grow inourabilitytomakeuseof and urbancontexts; prevailing churches in suburban gies instarting andgrowing healthy, the effectiveness ofvariousstrate- appreciate andcriticallyevaluate diversity ofGod’s waysamongus; world, withanappreciation ofthe in North Americaandaround the movements ofpeopletoChrist grow inawareness ofthecurrent requires; turity in Jesus Christ as our Lord nation andtoleadthemintoma- mandate to disciple people of every come totermswiththebiblical Wilbur Stone - - Center for Transformational Leadership - Discipleship. (GC105)GC505 hours. ML513. world. the Prerequisite: who believe among all the peoples of all of disciples make to and people lost reach to strategies based biblically and implement effective, Spirit-directed, empower participants to develop and to is course The of goal this gelism. of evan practice and theology biblical for as world,a well the as in church of the formission the foundation cal Missions. (GC103)GC503 Two hours. students. M.Div. to open Not world. the in ofchurch the mission the and strategy, operational basis, biblical the studies course This course. One-half Ministry. Global and Contextual (GC102) GC502 Experience. Learning Guided Seminary of the East course includes a cultures will be be will cultures ofpeople other for discipling models Basic issues, strategies, programs, and studied. be will ofchurch the mission to the challenges global and local and strategy, operational basis, The biblical Ministry. Global and Contextual (GC101) GC501 6. ple groups of the Northeastern United United ofNortheastern ple the groups peo the in factors cultural significant potential and barriers; and identifying to diagnose a congregation’s growth tools using manner; sensitive culturally accurate, an in gospel the explaining Topics include Northeast. American the in for churches renewal church church growth, church planting, and evangelism, leadership development, of principles and methods the ines Growth. Church GC515 (GC105SE) hours. of evangelism. practice the in students to aid provided be will exercises classroom and Field practice. their to inform theology a working lism. Students will begin formulating evange and to discipleship approaches the biblical basis and contemporary around theworld. gelism for ministry at home and develop skillsindiscipleshipevan- This course will lay a bibli a lay will course This

This course introduces introduces course This discussed. ­discussed. • Introduction to • Introduction to • Evangelism and • Evangelism for • Evangelism This course exam course This • Evangelism and Three or four Four hours. Four

- - - - - GC656 (GC256) TS702.) with credit nate (Cog faiths. of these bly to adherents intelligi more gospel His communicate represent moreChrist attractively and to us enable will that sensitivities and to The develop understandings is goal globally. and America in people of numbers vast for meaning and belief of structures provide that ­Catholicism) Hispanic and Buddhism, Islam, daism, Ju (including of worldstudy religions ture. Experience. GC671 (GC219) Scripture. ofparison their teachings and those of etc., a and com Science, Christian Mormonism, Jehovah’s as Witnesses, such cults, American ofmajor the ods Cults. GC651 (GC212) hours. GC501 GC610.and Prerequisites: or cultures. generations ofpeople other for care pastoral ible when providing or beto when to flex holdknow firm to and elements; Christian distinctly the from of heritage aspects secular the heritage;and Christian to distinguish of culture distinctives the to identify contexts ministry various in serving GC611 (GC202) ting. set that in effective be to likely most are work to church that approaches the and components worldview nant domi most its evaluate to subculture or culture a select will student Each systems. symbol different of pretation inter the condition orientations value various cultures, audience segments, or nication process and the ways in which ofcommu the dynamics the examine Communication. GC610 (GC201) Four hours. Experience. the gospel. Includes a Guided Learning to receptivity their influence that States sor. In preparation for the experience, forexperience, the sor. In preparation profes missions the with cooperation the summer. This be will arranged in a experience, cross-cultural usually in in participate to required be will sions mis in a concentration with programs degree Divinity of Master or Arts of ter Four hours. Culture is studied to help those to help those studied is Culture The history, beliefs, and meth and beliefs, history, The San Diego only. Four hours. Four only. Diego San

Seminary of the East only. Each student in the Mas the in student Each • Cross-Cultural • World Religions. • Christianity in Cul in Christianity • • Cross-Cultural • Understanding This course will Four hours. - Four - - - - - A ------St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East 141 ------Research and Researchand

Mark W. McCloskey Mark W. • Independent Study Study Independent • ­rowingchurches sothat Four hours. Four otherwise noted. otherwise all Bethel locations unless unless locations Bethel all (Permission is required.) critically examine the theory and and theory the examine critically practice of transformational leader ship in a variety of ministry and cultural settings; manifest a growing appreciation for for appreciation growing a manifest transfor capacity to provide one’s mational leadership; develop the leadership, management, - for effec and ministry skills required the localtive service in and through and/or mission agencies; church to facilitate identify the resources lifelong development as a one’s spiritual leader; Course descriptions apply to to apply descriptions Course

John R. Cionca Justin Irving Ministry LeadershipMinistry Studies in ministry leadership are designedprovideto anexposure to, pastoral of, understanding an and leader transformational and ministry and contexts social varied the in ship formsthe of church, missions agencies, and parachurch organizations. Atten in practice and theory to given is tion theChristian implementation worker’s of spiritual leadership through wor ship,church governance, discipleship, evangelism,andservice activities the of church. Objectives: ministry the leadership in Studies program enable students to: 1. healthyandg underthe leading Spiritthe of Holy we may be morefaithful and effective in Commission Great the carrying out inthis country andaround the world. Students will be able to focus on large, mod international or American, small, elsgrowth of andspecific assessment instruments. GC670 (GC270) Evangelism. Global in 2. studyarrangementby with the profes 3. 4. sor. - - - - -

------A defi Four hours. Four Four hours. Four Four hours. Four GlobalTheology. •The Gospel in • Evangelism Evangelism • • Studies• inChurch • Starting New Four hours. Four

A definition of the need for for need the of definition A

A biblicalA andtheological

This is a seminar-style course assessmentchurch of growth writings the purposefor assessing, of develop startingspiritually or renewing, ing, Growth. GC736 (GC264) • (GC264) GC736 tationswill theological on touch voices with world the of regions major from referencetheto issues inthe culture. Studentswill have the opportunity to specializeintheregion thoughta or of theiran authorof of choice.(Cognate creditwith TS736.) (GC240) GC740 ningunchurched peopleinAmerica aswell as unreached peoplegroups aroundtheologicaltheA world. ra tionale, overarching strategies for congregations, plus specific tools and techniquesare combined provideto resourcespastors for small of churches churches or intransition, as well as thosewantstartwho to churches.new San Diego only. Thissurvey course will investigate thetheological traditions developing aroundasthe the world bodyChrist of growsall on continents. Class presen nitionthestarting of need for new churchesasvalid a approach winto startingchurchesnew asvalid a ap proachwinningto unchurched people inAmerica as well as unreached people groupsaroundtheologi theA world. for strategies overarching rationale, cal congregations, plus specific tools and techniquesare combined provideto re sourcespastors for small of churches or churchesintransition, as well as those wantstartwho to churches.new (Cog (GC233) GC734 throughtheLocal Church. nate credit with ML732.) GC730 (GC230) (GC230) GC730 Context:Exploring Modelsand Old New. evaluatingthe theology andpractice of discipleship evangelism in signifi of goal The cultures. and periods cant thecourse isenlarge to the student’s art the in ability and understanding contextualizationof through relevant exercisesreflection of application.and Each participant will develop a propos advancing alfor the gospel specificina contemporarycontext. GC732 (GC232) Churches. Center for Transformational Leadership Transformational for Center - . - A - - A study of of study A

San Diego only An analysis of

• History of World History• World of • Theology of Global • Contemporary• • Religion in An Four hours. Four A survey of the missionary the of survey A

Four hours. Four The biblical basis of missions • Discipleship in Action. Four hours. Four

considerationthe of mission the of churchwith viewa equipping to the of work the Christfor of body whole service. Particular attention will be paid to current literature and practical modelsinthe areas church of renewal, making the and laity the ministry of disciples. of Students will beencour aged to formulate specific strategies for enabling local congregations to identify theirlife andministry beyondthe walls the of church building. hours. Four the anthropological, sociological, and and sociological, anthropological, the overseas facing problems political missionaries,together with possible solutions. Special consideration will be givennationalism,to communism, the indigenouschurch andthe missionary, andformsnew missionary of strategy. hours. Four GC235 thebasic religionroles of society,in a includingasits explanationrole system and means of social regulation. Study willinclude the interaction reli of and worldview, practices, theory, gious patternsculturalof organization. The generalimpactChristianity of theupon development of Western societywill be studied.course The will also provide a foundation for planning evangelistic strategyandchurch planting inother cultures. Missions. Mission. willbeexamined. Factorsthat affect biblically will be missions of task the andtheologically critiqued, suchas thenature evangelism of andsalvation, homoge evangelism, and development World Third and churches, unit neous theologians. (GC213) GC715 MissionProblems. GC708 (GC208) (GC208) GC708 movementsthe majoron continents withspecial emphasis biographies, on types of mission field, and missionary strategy. (Cognate credit with HS708.) hours. Four (GC205) GC714 thropological Perspective. GC703 (GC211) (GC211) GC703 thestudent will anin-depthdo study the areaof inwhich the experience will occur.

142 142 St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East the development of a Guided Learning of development a Learning the Guided forming their mentoring teams through Students are assisted in choosing and development. skill ministry and tion, forma spiritual rigor, academic model: ofEast’s the Seminary of Bethel aspects onthree the by focusing education theological work graduate-level in orients and prepares students for their Education. Theological (PM114) ML511 sented. repre systems polity ofdifferent the light in with dealt be will practices try Minis andbudgeting. finances church to of approaches discussion as well as of pastoral functions be will explored a variety in participation and servation Ob discussed. be will leaders church the various responsibilities expected of Polity.and (ML110) ML510 Experience. Learning the East, coursethis includes a Guided of Seminary At worship. of leadership als, andstandards, the planning and ritu forms, structures, patterns, ship wor to given be will Consideration of worship. practice the in involved aspects many of the ing worship, and mean and of nature worship, the tions founda theological and biblical the Worship. ofics Christian • Worship/Dynam (ML104) ML504 Core Courses 6. 5. He expressed.” adopted, but a reality was not a style He “Jesus’ leadership mission agencies. mission agencies. growth ofthelocalchurch and/or contribute to the healthy, sustained implement leadershippracticesthat organizational change;and building, conflictmanagement,and ing, congregational analysis,team strategic planning,decisionmak- organizational leadership, including leadership toolsandprocesses for effectively implementavarietyof San Diego only. Four hours. Four only. Diego San Information concerning • Introduction to • Ministry • Practice Ministry Leighton Ford Four hours. This course course This A study in ------Center for Transformational Leadership - - - particular degree program. The focus The focus program. degree particular to a tailored is of courses sequence and course MLD Each students. InMinistry uniquely designed experiences for are courses (MLD) Development ship Development. ML157DE) (ML151DE- ML551DE-ML557DE 1. Guided Learning Experiences. Experiences. Learning Guided pare students for courses with required pre will Experience Learning Guided offirst the The creation Experience. transformational leader. leader. transformational a as one’s shaping own understanding are with examined a view toward theory emergence leadership in bedded em concepts Individual of analysis. basis the forms leaders, contemporary histories of biblical, historical, and life of many study comparative the in emergence theory, a theory grounded transformational leader. Leadership of the life the in foundations ministry of establishment the for enhancing importance its and development ship leader of Christian nature the explores ership Foundations. (ML114) • ML602 Four hours. C.) B, TS550A, with credit F. Cognate SemPM students with Modbeginning specific developmental goals. (For student’s each identifying after contract activities are delineated in a learning ministry. SpecificChristian ministry cal principles the within context of theologi and of biblical integration the students are given opportunities for of a mentor, supervision the under ing Community. and Christian • (ML115) C Theology B, ML550A, DC513.) and TL513 with credit (Cognate tings. and leaders in cross-cultural set workers, agency parachurch leaders, youth education ministers, Christian of pastors, concerns onparticular the emphasis an with combined be will ics dynam leadership and forleader the issues personal on emphasis common A roles. leadership ministry of variety a in to effectiveness critical of issues Leadership. (ML113) • TransformationalML513 only. of East the nary Three hours.

Leadership Leadership Four hours. • Mentored Leadership • Leadership Mentored An overview and analysis analysis and overview An The Mentored The Leader Mentored Ministry Lead Ministry This course Four hours. Work Semi ------team-based ministries, local congrega local ministries, team-based the individual leader in the context of of performance and health the improve he or she can measure, evaluate, and for designing effective tools by which a process learn will student ically, the Specif opportunities. leadership and es resourc of kingdom one’s stewardship process for living out and enhancing a with along of stewardship, theology to a biblical student the introduce Based Leadership. • Measurement- (ML122) ML622 Four hours. CP610.) with (Cognate credit change. organizational and conflict, zational organi culture, organizational tion, communica of leadership foundations to the related of material range a wide process to challenged be will students communication be will presented, and leadership for model A munication. com of leadership elements essential the to address designed is course This and Organizational Leadership. • (ML120) CommunicationML610 only. InMinistry 582, 583DE-ML591, 592, 593DE. ML581, M.Div.: 573DE. 572, ML571, 553DE- 552, ML551, MATL: 567DE. and 556, ML555, M.A.C.T.: ML552DE. year. M.A.C.F.M.:school the ML551, throughout phone or email via and intensive the during consultation ual individ for available also is instructor the visits; intensive during instructor the a with meet cohort as will students possible, When instructor. a Bethel completed at a distance, facilitated by are The courses length. in one quarter C), each and B, (A, segments three in longthree-quarter experiences offered are courses MLD context. ministry active an in goals developmental their that they assist students in achieving experience in ministry supervised InMinistry reflections of a traditional the are philosophy. Thecourses MLD learning Centers Three the from comes out of learning application practical for capacity the demonstrate will students reflection, and supervision, sessment, facilitated mentoring, group ofdevelopmental self-examination, as process a Through contexts. ministry experience learning intonary their semi the integrate they as students facilitating on is work course MLD of

This course will ------St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East 143 ------Offered alternate Offered

This final, integrative

Four hours. Four Offered alternate years in St. St. in years alternate Offered Anapplication the of case A study of the local church church local the of study A otherwise noted. otherwise

Four hours. Four all Bethel locations unless unless locations Bethel all Course descriptions apply to to apply descriptions Course Analysis/Strategy Building

tionalLeadership program. course The willprovide students the opportunity reflect, review, to and integrate the curriculumfromeach the of previous courses. seminar offers students a summative experiencethe of formal curriculum, leadership mentored assessments, and experiencethe of M.A. inTransforma rary practice of transformational, serv ingleadership. course The will focus on biblical, historical, and contempo rary case studies of transformational variety a expressed in is it as leadership culturalof and community contexts. Prerequisites: ML513, TL501, HS501, OT551), OT501 (or NT551), NT501 (or SP505, eitheror SP502 SP500, TS501, minimumanda three of concentraML tioncourses. ML792 (ML260)Senior • Integra Seminar. tive 2. MinistryML712 Solving (ML212) • Problems. methodchurchto problems. This vari a analyze and explore will course ety of ministry problems ranging from staff conflicts to doctrinal disputes. Attentionalso will begiven theto use of cases as a means of congregational education. hours. Four Paul. ML720Congregational (ML210) • Systems. as an organism and organization. Each congregation is unique in identity, context,Effectiveprogram. and process, requiresministry a full and accurate in terpretation of church life. This course developsbasic approaches, methods, and tools for analysis of a congregation. church modelhealthfor A provides a basisthe creationfor ministry of strat egy and problem solutions. (Cognate credit with DC720.) hours. Four Paul. St. in years

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------This Four hours. Four This course focus Four hours. Four

• Personal and Min • Starting New • Church• Manage Four hours. Four A definition of the need for for need the of definition A

Provides insights and skills inskills and insights Provides Four hours. Four tunityintegrative for reflection on the biblicalfoundations, contemporary research, and historical and contempo startingchurchesnew asvalid a ap proachwinningto unchurched people inAmerica as well as unreached people groupsaroundtheologi theA world. for strategies overarching rationale, cal congregations, plus specific tools and techniquesare combined provideto re courseprovides students the oppor sourcespastors for small of churches or churchesintransition, as well as those wantstartwho to churches.new (Cog (ML261) •ML791 Case Studies in TransformationalLeadership. natecredit with GC732.) ML679 (ML255)Liturgy, • Music,and Tradition. Anglican the in Arts the and theological historical, the Studies of tradition and understanding biblical worshipas practiced inthe Episcopal Church,parta the of Anglican commu clarify to will seek course This nion. thecontent, structure, andstyle wor of ML732 (ML232) Churches. ship. ML702 (ML202) ment. management by formation of objec (ML205) ML705 istryDevelopment. es on key issues and resources essential theto practice effective of ministry. assist will seminar integrative This of students becoming participantsin themselves,the church, andthe culture. clarifying include areas growth Personal ministrypriorities,serving and values uniqueness,maintaining one’s of out adequatereserves, the art listening, of handlingcriticism, serving through seasons of ministry, and designing a Profes plan. personaldevelopment buildinggrowth sional areas include understanding congregations, healthy change, implementing trends, cultural ministrynavigating and transitions, designing a professional plan. (Cognate creditwith DC705.) tives, goal setting, budget building, communication programs, stewardship among staff (volunteer and profession related and time, of management al), mattersarising fromthe needs the of participants. Center for Transformational Leadership Transformational for Center - - - -

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­ - Four hours. Four Four hours. Four Anintroduction to

Four hours. hours. Four Four hours. Four

Designedgiveto the student a

theological, historical, practical, and and practical, historical, theological, pragmaticunderstanding how of thingshappen within the Presbyterian designed is also It (U.S.A.). Church Polity the pass to students prepare to ordination the of part is that Section Word ministry the of examinationfor andSacrament. ML676 (ML256)Reformed • Worship andSacraments. the history, tradition and structure of of structure and tradition history, the courseReformed The will Worship. answerquestions, give practical appli cations,andconsider the meaning and observancethe of sacraments. (Cog nate credit with HS676 and TS676.) hours. Four tions,and/or ministry organizations. Special emphasis will be placedstrategies on measurement demonstrating obtaining for required processes and feedback. meaningful ML650 (ML130) • Self Leadership. Thiscourse will address the per sonalandspiritual thedevelopment of transformationalstudent The leader. willpractice the spiritual disciplines meditation, (prayer, Scripture reading, ministry and life a for required etc.) typified by spiritualgodly power, wisdom,andthe ability discernto the Spiritlife God’s movementof in one’s and leadership. This course will place self-understanding on emphasis an appreciation and identification the and life direction one’s of through the use the of spiritual disciplines, rigorous disciplined and reflection, personal assessment. personal Leadership. • Team ML661(ML141) Thiscourse offers anoverview the of knowledge,skills, andabilities neces sarysustained for success inteam leadership.contemporaryBible, The lit erature, and congregational studies are drawntogether informto the student’s awareness.Principlesleadership and and developing, attracting, for practices ministry high-performance maintaining teamsare examined. Special emphasis identifying to discussing and given is thecritical knowledge, skills, andabili tiesrequired sustained for success ina team-based,entrepreneurial organiza tionalsetting. ML675 (ML259)Presbyterian • Pol ity.

144 144 St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East nication of biblical truth. biblical of nication commu one-to-one and groups, small leading teaching, preaching, includes This levels. global and community, al, personal, interpersonal, organization at change healthy and lasting produces that Wordthe a of in manner God to communicate ability the possesses leader transformational The effective concerns. and of life’s issues context the in dealing people contemporary addressing as well as exegesis, biblical be communicated with a view to sound active Theing. Word of is God preach expository effective of lifetime for a foundation the to lay designed are preaching in Studies people. God’s leading of facets all to and cultures to contemporary relevance to its view able Wordto apply a the of with God is The Old ment and leader Testament. ofNew Testa the presentation and historically informed understanding cally sound, theologically astute, and a 2:15),hermeneuti thy manifesting Timo (II wordthe accurately of truth Wordthe Theof God. leader and underministers the authority of serves leader The transformational Communication Preaching and sor. profes the with by arrangement study in Ministry Leadership. (ML270) ML670 4. GC601.)with credit (Cognate building. strategy and forproblem analysis context both the provide will churches urban in ences Field experi church. to the present ties reali these challenges the and society of urban problems ofcurrent tion the Poor and Urban Ministry. • Street (ML220) Culture, ML601 the 3.

Research Contextual Studies (Permission is required.) is (Permission (Hebrews 4:12). As such, it must must it 4:12). such, As (Hebrews Four hours. • Independent Study living and living and

Research Research and An explora handles handles - - - - - Center for Transformational Leadership - - - - - Introduction to Preaching. Introduction CP511 (CP101SE) Four hours. BT501. Paul St. prerequisite: methods. exegetical and interpretation biblical and aassumes basic understanding of students for second-year designed is course This emphasized. is preaching to approach The expository preaching. to approach for a varied foundational become will that preparation sermon in pattern structural to one given basic be will attention Particular society. and people contemporary to God of Word the for communicating and paring pre of techniques and types, nature, purpose, to the students introduce to designed construction sermon principles of biblical preaching and Preaching (CP101) CP501 4. 3. 2. 1. to: dents stu enable will preaching in Studies Objectives: students and assumes a basic under basic a assumes and students This course is designed for second-year emphasized. is to preaching approach The expository to preaching. approach varied a for foundational become will that preparation sermon in pattern structural to one given basic be will attention Particular society. and people Wordthe of to contemporary God communicating and for preparing of techniques and types, nature, purpose, to the students to introduce designed preaching and sermon construction of biblical principles the in course

diverse world. diverse world. of God to a racially and culturally effectively communicate the Word and of Godinavarietylifesituations; effectively communicate the Word preaching; approachgiven totheexpository to styles ofsermons,withemphasis and evaluate a variety of types and effectively prepare, communicate, cultures; peopleand of Godtocontemporary effectively communicate the Word Course descriptions apply to all Bethel locations unless otherwise noted. . A basic course in the the in course . A basic • Introduction to • Homiletics I: • Homiletics

A basic - - - At San Diego. San At hours each. B. Practicum into for entrance sites prerequi are A Practicum and CP501 is a prerequisite for Practicum A. Both CP501 quarters. oftwo the each during twice preach will students quarter; quarters and receive two credits per of academic two period over the class complete the students B. split, When two Preaching parts, Practicum A and Periodically coursethis is offered in setting. ministry a in local audience students givewill one sermon to an possible, When styles. of different sermons four deliver and prepare will Students preaching. in experience student the to give designed lab ing Variety in Biblical Preaching. Biblical in ­Variety CP561 (CP102SE) B. cum Practi into for entrance prerequisites are A Practicum and CP501 Both A. Practicum for prerequisite a is CP501 quarters. oftwo the each during twice least at preach will Students preaching. inductive B and with preaching tive deduc with deal A will B. Section cum A Practi and Practicum in experiences is given for each of the two laboratory Paul. St. At ­Practicum. CP551 (CP102) Experience. Learning a Guided includes course East ofonly. the East Four Seminary hours. Diego.San and CP511: of the Seminary methods. exegetical standing of biblical interpretation and ration and delivery of biblically based prepa the in experience additional ing ­Occasions. for Varied Sermons Preaching CP562 (CP103) preaching. in work advanced any for prerequisites are CP551 and CP501 only. of East the Four Seminary hours. ing Experience. Prerequisite: CP511. a Learn Guided etc. Includes poetry, biblical genres—narrative, prophecy, on Scripture texts from a variety of based methodologies different several prepare and deliver sermons using will Students sermons. expository of ence in the preparation and delivery experi CP101 their broaden will and work from on their expand dents Two hours each. Two hours This course is a preach a is course This

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mission is required.) is mission sage. (CP270) CP670 Preaching. in arrangementwith the professor. explorethe usedifferent of forms of media as tools for communicating a given will be Attention message. given theto studycommunicators of who mediaemploy andthe arts effectively in preaching. Students will visit and on focus that churches with interact their evaluate artsand the of use the effectiveness.Students will preach a minimum of two sermons, using media andthe arts communicateto their mes ence. ent audiences. Speakers will develop willdevelop Speakers audiences. ent anunderstanding addressto how of audienceswith they whom will interact regularly,as well as those with whom in significant differences have they background, worldview and culture. and develop to willhave Students delivertwosermons audiences for that and experience their to foreign are background. CP763 Arts in Preaching. ingspeakers shapeto their messages to communicate effectively with differ work to create effective communication communication effective create to work thatbrings bearto the revelation the of New Testament on today’s world. This courseinvolves the studythe of herme neuticalissues related theto arranging New the of genres representative of Testament materials for preaching. hours. Four CCP762 stratecompetence inministerial func tions,demonstrateandwho spiritual maturity(including personal holiness, integrity, wisdom, love, and both emo tionalandpsychological wholeness). supervised of purpose the Therefore, ministry is to provide opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate for suitability giftedness and their following The ministry. professional Supervised Ministry Supervised Purpose: requires world leaders demon who stratethorougha understanding of Scripturedemon who andtheology, ------The A study study A Students A study study A • Improving Sermonic • Expository• Preach • Expository• Preach There willThere concentrabea Four hours. Four

• Effective• Communication • Effective• Communication Four hours. Four San Diego only. Four hours. nicatethe depthtruth of inthefound passages theTestament. of Old We personally of process the on willfocus prepa in text biblical the internalizing tion on thetion deliveryon aspect sermonic of communication.Theory and practice aim to sharpen vocal and bodily ex pression. Consideration also will be giventheto publicreading Scrip of ingTestament.from the Old willbemadethe of sources specific of sermonthemes inrepresentative genre attention Special Testament. Old the of willbegiven theirto developmentinto expository sermons. Each student will preach a minimum of two sermons. hours. Four (CP212) CP742 ingfromthe Testament.New arranging of the to related issuescal representative genre of New Testament materials for preaching. Special atten Genres.Testament from Old willlearn faithfullyto how commu ration for preaching it. Attention will begiven theto preparation sermons of hermeneutically and biblically are that soundas well as transformative inthe livesthe of preacher andthe listener. hours. Four CP744 Genres.fromTestament New and death life, Jesus’ of recording resurrectionandthe impact had it on theentire has world radical implica tions for our lives today. Students will ture. (CP210) CP741 willbetheconducted of hermeneuti tionwill begiven theirto development into expository sermons. Each student will preach a minimum of two ser mons. CP743 thatbest fits their unique makeup. of study the to given will be Focus including preaching, of styles various styles found in diverse contexts. Stu discover to encouraged will be dents theirownincommunicating voice the messagetheintegratingby of Bible the learningthey inhavepersonal done spiritualdevelopment. (Cognate credit withSP). CP721 (CP221) Delivery. Center for Transformational Leadership Transformational for Center ------Four hours. Four • Evangelistic Preach Evangelistic • • Preaching on Life on Preaching • • Biographical Biographical • • Communication Communication • Four hours. Four Thiscourse includes the

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studentsdiscover the peaching style ing. inthe task evangelistic of preaching. theoreticalA base this for important will proclamation biblical of dimension bestudied. the of gospelcontent The message,usethe of publicinvitation, will follow-up and of the berole exam (CP204) CP712 preaching in sermon biblical the of use unexpected and expected the both to life situations. Attention will be given theto issues, nature, andpersonal factorsinvolvedinthese life situations thataffect the sermon’sapproach and applicationthe of biblical message. Each student will preach a minimum of twosermons. ined. Situations. P720 CP708 (CP208) (CP208) CP708 sermons. It gives students practice in practice students gives It sermons. preaching an expository sermon that is evangelistic in nature. It provides in Preaching and Dramatic Mono structioninthe preparation special of opportunity the and sermons occasion necessaryexperience for the gain to conductingweddings, funerals, and otherceremonies the of church. In cludesGuidedLearning a Experience. hours.Seminary Four theEast of only. (CP120) CP610 munication. A model for leadership and presented, will be communication students will be challenged to process widea rangematerial of related theto foundationsleadershipof communica tion,organizational culture, organi zationalconflict, and organizational change. (Cognate credit with ML610.) hours. Four CP707 (CP207) logues. aidthe student inseeing the values and understandingthe methods whichby personalities and characters Bible the the of Christian tradition may become life-situation effective basisfor the preachingthat is relevant theto needs contemporaryof people. Leadership. Organizational and Thiscourse is designed addressto the essentialelements leadershipof com ing.

146 146 St. Paul • San Diego • Seminary of the East • • • • reflection and supervision objectives be will addressed through

counseling. ing, evangelism, administration, and of ministry such as preaching, teach- tion of skills in the basic functions ministry necessitates the demonstra- Skill Development: Placement in nance for the demands of ministry. accountability provide needed suste- Prayer, Bible study, meditation, and own ongoing relationships with God. Christ’s love need to nurture their people who embody and express Spiritual Formation: Ministering theory and practice. functions and closes the gap between his or her personal and professional by articulating a theology that guides cally based philosophy of ministry for the minister to develop a bibli- Theological Integration: It is crucial titudes are addressed. interpersonal relationships, and at- integrity, responsible functioning, ministry as issues such as personal knowledge becomes a key to effective tant as what you know or do. Self- ministry, who you are is as impor Personal Maturity: In professional : - Center for Transformational Leadership into the overall Ministry Supervised ment and in are ministry integrated develop professional and personal on focus consultations private and groups, covenant sessions, group peer ments, assess vocational and Psychological degrees. of our professional ponents com developmental integral are ation Career Development, development. and growth for personal opportunities additional provide ments assess vocational and Psychological experience. field-based with education courses that integrate classroom-based in participation through pursued are above described The objectives ternships. in their throughout evaluation and self-assessment of process a in engage also Students graduation. after ness seminarian’s future ministry effective a of indicator significant a is cations appli ministry practical into lessons academic to integrate ability growing A training. for further classroom to the become powerful motivators to return experiences then These ministry classroom. the in learned ment lessons imple to opportunities with students provides ministry Supervised Process: and Evaluation and 2008 OmarkPreaching Award Winner : Assessment and evalu and Assessment

Assessment, Assessment, ------months.) for week per 20 eight hours ment is require time (The minimum terms. ship is done during fall and spring intern Diego,professional the In San Practicum). SP505 and TL551 (Field Education Prerequisites in St. Paul are SP500 or Ministry. fice of Supervised Of the contact details, more For fee.) assessment vocational a pay (Students internships. their to beginning prior (TS501, sequence ology TS502, TS503) The Systematic Care) the and Pastoral to PC501 complete (Introduction dents stu that recommended is It internship. the precede process pre-approval and component assessment A vocational Internship. B, C TL552A, (TL102) terms. is usually done in summer and winter practicum Diego,mentored the In San course. this of component practicum the to beginning mended that SP505 be completed prior May. Itfollowing recom the is ends usually during begins the summer and practicum mentored Paul, the In St. charge. tuition no is there but Students pay a vocational assessment fee, istry. Min of Supervised Office the contact details, more For practicum. the cede pre process a and ponent pre-approval com assessment vocational A course. Practicum. TL551 (TL101) that year. assessment fee Ministry Supervised for the charged be will course Ministry whograms choose to do a Supervised pro degree non-professional the in Students thequarter. of week fifth the individuals discontinuing studies after however, no refunds be will granted for fee to structure; the adjustment priate appro in result will programs degree ondescribed pages 95-96. Changes in fees assessment into incorporated been have services These requirements. Course descriptions apply to all Bethel locations unless No academic course credit granted. credit granted. course No academic otherwise noted. This is a second-year second-year a is This This is a third-year course. course. third-year a is This

• Field Education Education Field • • Professional Four hours. ------Directory and Appendix CHRIS aRMSTRONG Jeannine K. Brown Lyn S. Brown JOHN R. CIONCA 2005- 2000- 1998- 1985- Associate Professor of Church Associate Professor of New Librarian; Director of Professor of Ministry History Testament Information Services Leadership Faculty Bethel Seminary St. Paul Bethel Seminary St. Paul Bethel Seminary of the East Bethel Seminary St. Paul

B.A., St. Mary’s University B.A., University of B.S., Western Baptist Col- B.A., Elmhurst College; (Nova Scotia); M.A., Gordon- ­Wisconsin-Eau Claire; M.Div., lege; M.Div., Northwest M.R.E., Denver Seminary; Conwell Theological Semi- Bethel Theological Seminary; Baptist Seminary; Ph.D., M.A., Ph.D., Arizona State nary; Ph.D., Duke Ph.D., Luther Seminary California Graduate School of University University ­Theology; M.Libr., University Prior to her appointment of ­Washington; Ed.D., Nova Cionca has served in full- Armstrong came to Bethel to full-time faculty in 2000, Southeastern University time capacities as youth pas- from the managing editor’s Brown taught as adjunct tor, minister of education, chair at Christian History & faculty at Bethel College Brown has 21 years of expe- and senior pastor. He has Biography magazine, a publi- & Seminary for four years. rience in library administra- ministered in many churches cation of Christianity Today She received her Ph.D. from tion. He is a member of the as an interim pastor and International. He continues Luther Seminary. Her pub- Association of Christian seminar leader, and he serves to write for Christian History lications include Disciples Librarians, the Ameri- the larger Christian com- & Biography, Christianity in Narrative Perspective and can Theological Library munity as a ministry advi- Today, Leadership Journal, Scripture as Communication: Association, Southeastern sor and transitions coach. and christianhistory.net. Introducing Biblical Herme- ­Pennsylvania Theological Cionca is also a prolific He is a member of several neutics, as well as a number Library Association, Ameri- writer. He has published professional associations of journal articles in New can Library Association, and articles in more than three related to church history Testament Studies, Word and the Association of College dozen periodicals, written and the Wesleyan and Pen- World, and Journal of Bibli- and Research Libraries. four books, co-authored tecostal movements. Arm- cal Literature. In addition, Brown is also involved in two books, and served as strong’s research foci include Brown is Midwest regional the music ministry of a compiler and editor of two religion and emotion, coordinator of the Society local church and provides additional works. His most Christianity and literature, of Biblical Literature. Brown consulting services for Bible recent book is Dear Pastor: and the Christ-and-culture teaches in local and regional colleges and institute librar- Ministry Advice from Sea- conversation. His doctoral church contexts on subjects ies. In addition, he serves as soned Pastors (2007). work focused on the 19th- of biblical interpretation and a chaplain in the U.S. Army century holiness movement, New Testament. Reserve. and his current research interests include the British “Inklings” authors and mod- ern appropriations of medi- eval ideas and practices. He is currently finishing a book with the working title Patron Saints for Postmoderns.

148 Faculty DAVID K. CLARK PAUL W. FERRIS JR. DAN GURTNER Wayne S. Hansen 1988- 1998- 2005- 1992- Lead Faculty, Master of Arts Professor of Hebrew Bible Assistant Professor of New Professor of Theology in Christian Thought; Bethel Seminary St. Paul Testament Bethel Seminary of the East Permanent Part-time Bethel Seminary St. Paul Professor of Theology Bethel Seminary St. Paul

B.A., Houghton College; M.A., B.A., Pillsbury College; M.A., B.A., Grove City College; B.S., Gorham State College; Trinity Evangelical Divinity Trinity Evangelical Divinity M.Div., Gordon-Conwell M.Div., Trinity Evangelical School; Ph.D., Northwestern School; M.Div., Trinity Evan- Theological Seminary; Th.M., Divinity School; S.T.M., Yale University gelical Divinity School; Ph.D., Trinity Evangelical Divinity University; M.Phil., Drew Uni- Dropsie College for Hebrew School; Ph.D., University of versity; Ph.D., Drew University Clark joined Bethel Semi- and Cognate Learning St. Andrews; Post-doctoral nary in 1988 after teaching research, Tyndale House, Hansen came to Seminary philosophy and theology Ferris previously served as Cambridge of the East in 1992 from for 10 years at Toccoa Falls president of Prairie Graduate The King’s College, where College in Georgia. He School in Calgary and Prairie Gurtner came to Bethel he taught as an adjunct taught full-time at Bethel Bible College in Three Hills, Seminary after a year of professor in Greek and until 2004 and now serves Alberta. He was professor of post-doctoral research at Christian doctrine. Before as lead pastor of Faith Cov- Hebrew Bible and pastoral Tyndale House in Cambridge, that, he served as the found- enant Church in Burnsville, theology at Columbia Bibli- England. He has authored ing pastor of Beacon Hill ­Minnesota. The author of cal Seminary (S.C.); instruc- nearly 50 articles and reviews Evangelical Free Church in several books on apologet- tor at Moody Bible Institute; in 15 academic journals, in Connecticut for 18 years. ics, Clark most recently and visiting professor, addition to “background” He also served as interim published To Know and Love Trinity Evangelical Divinity commentaries on seven New pastor to several inner-city God: Method for Theology. School (Ill.) and Jerusalem Testament books. After his Baptist churches during his He has also written numer- University College (Israel). seminary studies, Gurtner doctoral studies. Hansen has ous essays and articles for a He brings to the classroom served as a pastor for two been a conference speaker in wide variety of scholarly and significant ministry experi- years near his native Pitts- Austria and the U.S. as well popular magazines. ence in the pastorate, as we; burgh before returning to as a lecturer on theology in as church-planting, hospital academics. He is author of Russia and the Ukraine. chaplaincy, and a variety of The Torn Veil: Matthew’s Expo- cross-cultural experiences. sition of the Death of Jesus; He has authored The Genre Introduction to Syriac: Key to of Communal Lament in the Exercises and English-Syriac Bible and the Ancient Near Vocabulary; and co-editor of East as well as many articles Built upon the Rock: Studies in reference works, journals, in the Gospel of Matthew. In and periodicals. addition to serving on the editorial board for the Bul- letin for Biblical Research, Gurtner researches and writes on the Septuagint, Second Temple Judaism, and his primary area, the Synoptic Gospels, especially Matthew.

149 MARK G. HARDEN DAVID M. HOWARD JR. JUSTIN IRVING Richard F. Kantzer 2002- 2000- 2003- 1992- Dean of Intercultural Rela- Professor of Old Testament Associate Professor of Professor of Theology tions; Lead Faculty for the Bethel Seminary St. Paul ­Ministry Leadership; Bethel Seminary of the East Faculty Master of Arts in Community Interim Associate Academic Ministry ­Leadership Dean Bethel Seminary St. Paul Bethel Seminary St. Paul

B.G.S., Oakland University; B.S., Geneva College; M.A., B.A., Northwestern College; B.A., Trinity College; M.A., M.A., Marygrove College; Wheaton College; A.M., M.Div., Bethel Seminary; Trinity Evangelical Divinity M.A., Northern Baptist Theo- University of Michigan; Ph.D., Ph.D., Regent University School; M.Div., Trinity Evan- logical Seminary; Ph.D., Michi- University of Michigan gelical Divinity School; M.A., gan State University Irving has been serving at Yale University; M.Phil., Yale Howard, the son of mission- Bethel Seminary since 2000 University; Ph.D. candidate, Yale University Harden is a licensed and ary parents, lived in Costa in a variety of roles, and ordained minister. His pas- Rica and Colombia from has also served in many While a graduate student, sion for transformational 1953 to 1967. He taught at ministry roles outside of ministry has led him to Bethel Seminary from 1982 Kantzer was active in the Bethel, including pastor of student-led movements specialize in several forms to 1990 before joining the leadership development of Christian outreach min- Old Testament faculty at of the Yale Christian Fel- and outreach at Immanuel lowship (IVCF) and, with istry such as community Trinity Evangelical Divinity Baptist Church in Minneapo- and project development, School for seven years. He his wife, Huaiching, was lis; chaplain at a homeless involved in the Cornell Chi- violence prevention, positive then taught at New Orleans shelter in Minneapolis; and youth development, and oth- Baptist Theological Seminary nese Bible Study. He served adjunct instructor of Bible in Connecticut as an active er intervention strategies for for three years. Howard is a at Northwestern College in improving conditions among member of the Evangelical church lay member, then as St. Paul. Irving’s most recent assistant pastor in the West children, youth, and families Theological Society (ETS), publications are in the areas in the urban church context. the Society of Biblical Lit- Haven Evangelical Free of self-sacrificial leadership, Church and is licensed for Harden has received service erature, and the Institute for metanarrative and leadership awards as a law enforcement Biblical Research. He served Christian ministry by that effectiveness, team leader- national fellowship. officer, an associate minister, as book review editor (Old ship in the global context, and a community outreach Testament) of the Journal of and the relationship between leader. He has professionally the Evangelical Theological servant leadership and the assisted over one hundred ­Society from 1994 to 2003, effectiveness of teams in urban churches in develop- and served as president of diverse ethno-linguistic ing youth outreach pro- the ETS in 2003. He has communities. Irving has grams; organized Streetwise published five books and a passion for developing Inc. in Detroit; and while numerous journal articles, leaders to effectively serve working for World Vision book chapters, and essays. missional churches and as a Church Mobilization Since 1998 he has taught nonprofit organizations for Coordinator, he organized semi-annually as visiting the glory of God. an urban-based community professor at the Emmanuel collaboration consisting of University of Oradea in churches and mission agen- Oradea, Romania. cies called Detroit Love, Inc.

150 Faculty DENISE MUIR KJESBO Brian C. Labosier JOEL LAWRENCE BEN KOCK-HONG LIM 2000- 1987- 2005- 2002- Director and Lead Faculty, Professor of Biblical Studies Assistant Professor of Associate Professor of Marital Children’s and Family Bethel Seminary of the East Theology and Family Therapy Ministry Bethel Seminary St. Paul Bethel Seminary San Diego Bethel Seminary St. Paul

B.A., Bethel College; M.Div., B.A., Gordon College; M.Div., B.A., Texas A & M University; B.S., University of Malaya, North American Baptist Semi- Gordon-Conwell Theological Th.M., Dallas Theological Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; M.A., nary; Ph.D., Trinity Evangeli- Seminary; Th.M., Westminster Seminary; M.Phil., Cambridge Fuller Theological Seminary; cal Divinity School ­Theological Seminary; Ph.D., University; Ph.D. candidate, Ph.D., Texas Tech University Westminster ­Theological Cambridge University Kjesbo joined Bethel after Seminary Lim was born in Malaysia serving 13 years as associ- Lawrence studied in Cam- where he worked for six ate professor of educational After beginning college as bridge, England, where he years with the Department of ministries at North Ameri- an engineering student, is pursuing a doctorate on ­Agriculture before moving to can Baptist Seminary in Labosier felt redirected by Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s eth- Singapore, where he studied Sioux Falls, South Dakota. God to focus his attention ics. He worked for several theology and served as a Her background includes on the Bible and theology summers with staff at Camp- pastor. In 1989, he gradu- adjunct teaching at North as well as the church and of-the-Woods, a Christian ated from Fuller Theological American Baptist College ministry. He pastored a resort and camp in upstate ­Seminary and returned to in Edmonton, Alberta, and small church in upstate New New York, first as staff Malaysia where he pastored at Regent College in Van- York, and then for 12 years supervisor, then as staff pas- an ­Evangelical Free Church couver, British Columbia. in a multi-ethnic church in tor. He served as an intern and taught at the Malaysian She is partnering with her ­inner-city Philadelphia. After at Grace Bible Church in Bible Seminary. An ordained husband, Allen, in planting coming to Seminary of the College Station, Texas, and minister, Lim has pastored a new church in Sioux Falls. East in 1987, it has been his has been active in various lay churches in Malaysia, Singa- Kjesbo has been involved in joy to combine his interest leadership capacities, espe- pore, and the United States children’s and family minis- in an equipping ministry cially teaching, in Texas and for the past 20 years. Lim try from small church plants of mentoring and spiritual in Cambridge. Lawrence is earned his Ph.D. at Texas to large established church- formation with his inter- the author of “After 60 Years: Tech University and is a es. She has been a workshop est in teaching the truths Bonhoeffer on Suffering and ­licensed marriage and fam- presenter for two curriculum of Scripture. His passion is Solidarity” in The Reader. ily therapist. He worked as publishing companies, trav- to glorify God by helping a therapist at a Christian eling throughout the United students appreciate God’s counseling center and a States and Canada to train majesty, sovereignty, and radiation oncology clinic. and equip those serving in grace, and how these truths He is a clinical member and children’s and family minis- can radically transform our approved supervisor of the try. Kjesbo is the co-author lives today. American Association for of Women in the Church: A Marriage and Family Thera- Biblical Theology of Women py. His research and writing in Ministry, and author of have focused on Chinese and numerous magazine and Asian cultural issues in mar- journal articles. riage and family therapy.

151 DOUG MAGNUSON MARK W. MCCLOSKEY ERWIN MCMANUS THORSTEN MORITZ 2003- 1998- 2000- 2001- Associate Professor of Inter- Professor of Ministry Leader- Distinguished Lecturer and Professor of Theology cultural Programs and Direc- ship; Lead Faculty, Master Futurist Bethel Seminary St. Paul Faculty tor of Muslim Studies of Arts in Transformational Bethel Seminary St. Paul Leadership Bethel Seminary St. Paul

B.A., Bethel College; M.A., B.A., Miami of Ohio; M.Div., B.A., University of North Caro- M.Div., Freie Theologische Brown University; Ph.D., Bethel Theological Seminary; lina; M.Div., South­western Akademie, Giessen, ­Germany; Brown University Ph.D., University of South ­Baptist Theological Seminary M.Th., London Bible College, Florida London; Ph.D., King’s College, An anthropologist, Magnu- McManus serves as lead pas- London son has lived since 1983 in A staff member with Cam- tor and cultural architect of North Africa and the Middle pus Crusade for Christ for Mosaic, a uniquely innova- Moritz grew up in the Black East. He teaches various 24 years, McCloskey served tive, international congrega- Forest, Germany, and was courses in intercultural stud- in a variety of leadership tion in Los Angeles. He is a an exchange student in the ies and Muslim-Christian capacities, including campus national and international U.S. during high school. relations and receives stu- director at the University of strategist and communicator During the past 11 years, he dents to study on-site in North Dakota, area direc- on culture, change, creativi- taught at the University of the Middle East. He taught tor for the upper midwest, ty, and leadership. McManus Gloucestershire, England; at the University of Tuni- director of human resources, is also the catalyst behind Leipzig University and the sia for seven years and has director of strategic plan- Awaken, a collaboration of Freie Theologische Akad- taught anthropology, Middle ning, director of interna- entrepreneurs committed to emie, both in Germany; and Eastern studies, and Islamic tional student outreach, creating environments that in Romania. He authored a studies in both the U.S. and and national director for expand imagination and monograph about herme- the Middle East. leadership development. He unleash creativity. He part- neutics in Ephesians, A Pro- is a consultant and work- ners with Bethel Seminary as found Mystery, and articles shop leader in the areas of a distinguished lecturer and on the Gospels, Ephesians, strategic planning, leader- futurist. He is author of An hermeneutics, and consum- ship development, and team Unstoppable Force; Uprising: erism. Moritz is a member of building. McCloskey is the A Revolution of the Soul (and the Scripture and Hermeneu- author of Tell It Often, Tell the companion The Uprising tics Project. He is currently It Well, a textbook on evan- Experience life storyboard); writing the “Mark” commen- gelism. The Barbarian Way; Chasing tary for the Two Horizons Daylight; and Soul Cravings, commentary series as well released in 2006. as another monograph on New Testament ecclesiology. His professional associations include the Tyndale Fellow- ship (Cambridge, England), the Arbeitskreis fur evange- likale Theologie (Tubingen, Germany), and the Society of Biblical Literature.

152 Faculty DAVID S. NAH G. KEITH OLSON SANDRA OSLUND SAM RIMA 2006- 1997- 2003- 2003- Assistant Professor of Theology Professor of Marriage, Family, Director, Seminary Library Director, Doctor of Ministry; Bethel Seminary St. Paul and Child Counseling Bethel Seminary St. Paul Faculty, Center for Transfor- Bethel Seminary San Diego mational Leadership Bethel Seminary St. Paul

B.A., Northwestern University; B.A., San Diego State Uni- B.A., Crown College; B.A., Eastern Washington M.Div., Alliance Theologi- versity; Ph.D., University of M.A.C.E., Bethel Seminary; University; M.Div., Talbot cal Seminary; Th.M., Princ- Arizona M.L.I.S., Dominican University School of Theology, Biola eton Theological Seminary; University; D.Min., Talbot Ph.D., Claremont Graduate A licensed marriage and fam- Oslund has worked in the School of Theology, Biola ­University ily therapist, Olson opened Bethel Seminary library University; Ph.D. candidate, his own private counseling since her days as a seminary University of Buckingham Nah was born in Korea, but center, Family Consultation student. As director of the Rima provides leadership to moved to the U.S. at the Service, in 1973. He has St. Paul seminary library, she the doctor of ministry pro- age of 10. He has served in served as adjunct faculty at collaborates with teaching gram, teaches in the Center pastorates for more than Bethel Seminary San Diego faculty and leads the library for Transformational Lead- 20 years, with a special and Point Loma Nazarene staff in fulfilling the semi- ership, and leads pastoral love for second-generation University. Olson has pub- nary’s educational mission. enrichment ­seminars. His Korean congregations, and lished numerous magazine She also supervises library background includes serving he is interested in develop- and journal articles as well personnel and works with as a church planter, working ing a second-generation as several books about ado- library staff from San Diego as the senior pastor at three Asian-American theology. lescence, including his Gold and Seminary of the East churches, and serving as a His professional member- Medallion-winning Counsel- to facilitate discussion of district executive minister of ships include the American ing Teenagers. In addition transregional issues. Oslund the Columbia District of the Academy of Religion, the to his clinical practice, is a participant in numerous Baptist General Conference. Society of Biblical Literature, administration, and teach- professional library associa- Rima is the author of three and the Christian Theo- ing at Bethel, Olson hosts tions. books, including Overcoming logical Research Fellowship. his own radio talk show, the Dark Side of Leadership Nah comes to Bethel after Living Well, on KPRZ. His and Leading from the Inside teaching for one year on a primary research interest is Out. post-doctoral appointment ­alienation. at Seattle Pacific University. His current research plans include books on John Hick’s theology of religious plural- ism, Voices in Asian-American Theology, Systematic Theol- ogy in a Global Age, and a book on a Christian theology of religions.

153 KYLE ROBERTS STEVEN J. SANDAGE GLEN G. SCORGIE JAMES D. SMITH III 2005- 1997- 1996- 1988- Assistant Professor of Associate Professor of Professor of Theology Associate Professor of Church Theology Marriage and Family Studies Bethel Seminary San Diego History Faculty Bethel Seminary St. Paul Bethel Seminary St. Paul Bethel Seminary San Diego

B.A., Wheaton College; M.Div., B.S., Iowa State University; B.Th., Canadian Bible Col- A.B., San Diego State Uni- Midwestern Baptist Theologi- M.Div., Trinity Evangelical lege; M.A., Wheaton Graduate versity; M.Div., Bethel Semi- cal Seminary; Ph.D., Trinity Divinity School; M.S., Virginia School; M.C.S., Regent Col- nary; Th.M., Harvard Divin- Evangelical Divinity School Commonwealth University; lege; Ph.D., University of St. Ph.D., Virginia Common- Andrews ity School; Th.D., Harvard Roberts came to Bethel wealth University University from Trinity Evangelical Scorgie, a Canadian, joined Divinity School in Chicago, Sandage has served as clini- Bethel’s faculty after serving For over 25 years, Smith where in 2006 he completed cian, psychologist, and chap- as academic vice president has practiced a vocation his dissertation on Søren lain in a variety of settings of North American Baptist of integrated ministry as Kierkegaard’s understand- (community mental health, College (now Taylor Uni- a pastor-teacher. A Bethel ing of the role of Scripture correctional, university) and versity College) in Edmon- adjunct since 1988, he now in the development of currently engages in part- ton, Alberta. He is a past serves as a full faculty mem- authentic selfhood. He time clinical practice. He president of the Canadian ber. He also teaches (since taught high school English taught at Virginia Common- Evangelical Theological 1993) theology and religious and Christian thought for wealth University and the Association as well as the studies at the University of the International School in Medical College of Virginia Far West region of the Evan- San Diego and has taught at Tegucigalpa, Honduras, and as an adjunct faculty prior gelical Theological Society. Eastern Seminary, Philadel- to coming to Bethel. He has served as a youth pastor His writings include A Call phia, and Southern Semi- coauthored three books: To in Liberty, Mo. He recently for Continuity: The Theologi- nary, Louisville. Smith has Forgive Is Human; The Faces contributed two chapters for cal Contribution of James Orr; ministered as senior pastor , the of Forgiveness: Searching for (co-editor) Kierkegaard and the Bible The Challenge of at churches in Boston, Min- first volume of the forth- Wholeness and Salvation; and Bible Translation; The Journey neapolis, and San Diego, and coming project Kierkegaard Transforming Spirituality: Back to Eden: Restoring the was most recontly on staff Research: Sources, Reception, Integrating Theology and Psy- Creator’s Design for Women at College Avenue Baptist and Resources, published chology. His other primary and Men; and A Little Guide Church. An AAR and ASCH by the Søren Kierkegaard areas of writing and research to Christian Spirituality. His Research Center, Univer- include marriage and family research interests include member, Smith’s interests sity of Copenhagen. He therapy, virtue ethics and gender, ecology, a theologi- engage Christian biography, has also presented numer- moral development, the cally-informed approach to spiritual life, and women ous papers on theological integration of theology and Christian spirituality, and in the Christian tradition. hermeneutics, theological social science, and Hmong Christianity’s global mis- Formative experiences method, and Kierkegaard’s cultural psychology. He is sion. He has lectured in such include service as a Har- religious philosophy at vari- also a research member of places as the Philippines, vard Teaching Fellow with ous conferences, including the Institute for Research on Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Henri Nouwen and Margaret the Evangelical Theological Psychology and Spiritual- Hong Kong, and the People’s Miles. He is on the editorial Society and the International ity at Rosemead School of Republic of China. Presently board of Christian History & Kierkegaard Conference in Psychology. he assists in the ministries Biography magazine, and is Northfield, Minn. of a Chinese church in San co-editing an Encyclopedia Diego. of Christian Literature. 154 Faculty WILBUR STONE MARK L. STRAUSS PETER T. VOGT 2003- 1993- 2001- Associate Professor of Global Professor of New Testament Associate Professor of Old Evangelism and Contextual Bethel Seminary San Diego Testament Ministry Bethel Seminary St. Paul Bethel Seminary St. Paul

B.A., Indiana University; B.A., Westmont College; B.A., The American Univer- M.Div., Southern Baptist M.Div., Talbot School of sity; M.Div., Bethel Seminary; Theological Seminary; Ph.D., ­Theology; Th.M., Talbot Ph.D., University of Glouces- Asbury Theological Seminary School of Theology; Ph.D., tershire University of Aberdeen Stone comes to Bethel from Vogt served as an officer in a varied and distinguished Strauss taught at Biola Uni- the United States Navy on career as a businessman, versity, Christian ­Heritage the USS John Rodgers before youth pastor, senior pastor, College, and Talbot School experiencing a call to min- and career missionary in of Theology before joining istry. He spent the past few Hong Kong and Malaysia. the Bethel Seminary faculty years pursuing further edu- He has been a teacher and/or in 1993. He is the author of cation in preparation for a adjunct lecturer at Malaysian The Davidic Messiah in Luke- teaching ministry, including Baptist Theological Semi- Acts; Distorting Scripture? living in England and study- nary; the Bible College of The Challenge of Bible Trans- ing under the supervision Malaysia; Singapore Baptist lation and Gender Accuracy; of Dr. Gordon McConville. Theological Seminary; and “Luke” in the Illustrated Vogt’s Ph.D. research was Southern Baptist Seminary, Bible Background Commen- on the theology of Deuter- Louisville. He teaches in the tary; The Essential Bible onomy. His past ministry Center for Transformational Companion; and Four Por- experience includes ministry Leadership with a primary traits, One Jesus: An Introduc- to single adults, correctional focus on global evangeliza- tion to Jesus and the Gospels. facility inmates, adults and tion and contextual ministry, He is presently revising teens in Sunday school, and also teaches electives in the commentary on Mark’s and as a volunteer hospital the areas of urban missions Gospel for Expositor’s Bible chaplain. He is a member of and cross-cultural ministry. Commentary. His profes- the Evangelical Theological Besides his teaching role, sional associations include Society, the Society of Bibli- Stone works to create part- the Evangelical Theologi- cal Literature, and Tyndale nerships with the Baptist cal Society, the Institute for Fellowship. General Conference and Biblical Research, and the other denominations and Society of Biblical Literature. missions agencies to help He is a frequent preacher at build and expand the semi- San Diego area churches and nary’s missions program. has served in three interim pastorates.

155 Administration

156 156 Development. vice president of the Association for Christians in Student tional associations, including serving as past president and Philanthropy and is an active member of numerous educa- cational Management and the Indiana University Center on certificates from the Harvard University Institute for Edu- Academy in Kandern, Germany, in the 1970s. Barnes holds teacher, vice principal, and then principal at Black Forest director at Wheaton College for four years, and served as at Messiah College in Pennsylvania. He was a residence then vice president for student development for 15 years development, serving as dean for student development and tenure at Bethel, Barnes was active in the area of student ies, and Graduate School at Bethel University. Before his Arts & Sciences, College of Adult & Professional Stud- as executive vice president and provost of the College of University in 2008. Prior to that, he served for 13 years for more than 30 years. He became president of Bethel Barnes has been a leader in Christian higher education ‑Ed.D., Loyola University of Chicago B.S., Wheaton College; M.A., University of Connecticut; Bethel University President 2008- JAMES (JAY) H.BARNESIII Harvard University Graduate School of Education, versity; Postgraduate studies, Ed.D., Nova Southeastern Uni- D.Min., Bethel Seminary; sity; M.Div., Bethel Seminary; B.A., Chapman Univer Initiatives Operations and Strategic Vice President for Seminary 1995- GREGORYBOURGOND W. delivery delivery istry distributed learning and also oversees the InMin- formation, and small groups, nizational systems, spiritual ership development, orga- teacher in the areas of lead- serves as a consultant and tist Church in San Diego. He tries at College Avenue Bap - and pastor of adult minis- years as staff coordinator to Bethel after serving four other institutions. He came organizations, churches, and Bethel and has taught for teaches on leadership at ous ministry positions. He more than 14 years in vari- commercial business and the defense industry and ence includes 10 years in ranks. His previous experi- in the enlisted and officer duty and the naval reserves in the U.S. Navy on active years of military service Bourgond completed 30 ­system. - University School of Theology an Seminary; Th.D., Boston S.T.M., Northwestern Luther Bethel Theological Seminary; B.A., Bethel College; M.Div., vost of the Seminary Executive Director and Pro - Executive Vice President, 1994- LELAND V. ELIASON leaders. current and future church growth, and renewal of mitment to the education, deep concern for and com- Eliason has developed a pastorate and the seminary, tion of experiences in the nary. Through his combina- education at Bethel Semi- the dean and director of field for 10 years as assistant to 1983. Before that, he served served as senior pastor since ­California, where he had Area Baptist Fellowship in in 1994 from Whittier Eliason came to Bethel - Administration 157 1997- President Vice Associate Development; Seminary for for President Vice Associate Development JAMES L. SPICKELMIER - Ridder ­Ridder ship. Numerous Seminary Numerous ship. have students East the of internships their completed where church the at to 1984 from ministered in Church Point Grace 2007, gradu- These Pa. Newtown, churches serving are ates Northeast the throughout Ridder’s Italy. Naples, in and - Semi with involvement with began East the of nary 1986, in student a mentoring a as taught since has he and pastoral in associate faculty and dean as led theology; Bethel for officer executive (2000- East the of Seminary stints two served and 2002); University Bethel the on (1997- Trustees of Board 2004-2007). and 2000 Ridder has been a pastor pastor a been has Ridder churches serving 1981, since Pennsyl- and Michigan in teach to passion His vania. focus: twofold a comprises - preach effective developing leader enhancing and ers A. Ridder David 1988- Dean Paul St. Seminary Bethel M.Div., College; Wheaton B.A., Divinity Evangelical Trinity Evan- Trinity D.Min., School; School Divinity gelical B.S., University of Kentucky; of University B.S., of Institute Force Air M.S., Grand M.R.E., Technology; Seminary; Baptist Rapids Baptist Rapids Grand M.Div., Michigan Ph.D., Seminary; University State in faith to came Lillis twenties early his in Christ gradu- a completing while His physics. in degree ate ministry to call subsequent into seminary, to him led to and missions, overseas Christian within leadership - region As education. higher Southeast the of director al of Program Extension Asia Baptist Rapids Grand the Bang- in lived he Seminary, to 1982 from Thailand, kok, Philip- Manila, in and 1985, 1990. to 1985 from pines, years 11 for served then He University, Cornerstone at most Mich., Rapids, Grand and provost as recently He president. vice executive educa- Christian taught also formation spiritual and tion seminary. university’s the at extensive Bethel to brings He for love and with experience cultures. Rim Pacific JOHN R. LILLISJOHN 2001- Officer Executive and Dean Diego San Seminary Bethel - ship ­ship ­distinguishes Schenectady Christian ­Schenectady Fombelle joined Bethel after Bethel joined Fombelle Baptist Faith at tenure long a N.Y., Rexford, in Church served he 1977 since where associate pastor, youth as years, 21 for and pastor, believes He pastor. senior a is Bethel at service his life’s his of extension natural the advance to commitment the using God of kingdom given has God gifts pastoral mentored has Fombelle him. pastors associate numerous commit- strong a has and mentor the to ment model that model the of Seminary Bethel the with line in Also East. Bethel’s of nature regional sites teaching Coast East serveto call Fombelle’s is enterprise kingdom the sur church’s a throughout than rather area rounding a of confines the within a As congregation. single such in served has he result, as ministries parachurch the District Capital the School, Evangelicals, of Association Christ. for Youth and B.A., Grove City College; City Grove B.A., Theological Bethel M.Div., Bethel D.Min., Seminary; Seminary Theological 2003- Officer Executive and Dean East the of Seminary Bethel DOUGLAS DOUGLAS W. FOMBELLE Faculty Associates Marilyn K. Hagie, B.S., M.S., Gary L. McIntosh, B.A., M.Div., Albert Winesman, B.A., M.Div., Ph.D. D.Min. D.Min. and Adjuncts Children’s and Family Ministry Church Growth Church Development Shoreview, MN Temecula, CA Omaha, NE Faculty Associates Faculty Timothy Henderson, B.A., Dennis “Tiger” McLuen, B.A., and Adjuncts— M.A.T.S., Ph.D. Candidate M.A.C.E. Faculty Associates St. Paul Campus New Testament Youth Leadership and Adjuncts— Holly Beers, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. Oak Green, WI Minneapolis, MN San Diego Campus Candidate William L. Hogan, B.A., Th.M., Robert A. Merritt, B.A., M.Div., Minoa Chang, M.D., Ph.D. New Testament D.Min. Ph.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Roseville, MN Preaching Preaching Private practice, San Diego, CA Edina, MN White Bear Lake, MN Geoffrey C. Bohleen, B.A., James Choung, M.Div., D.Min. M.Div., D.Min. Candidate Daniel Jass, B.A., M.A., M.Div. Kevin Miller, B.A., M.Div. Divisional Director for InterVar- Evangelism and Discipleship Spiritual Formation Preaching sity Christian Fellowship/U.S.A., Victoria, MN Lino Lakes, MN Phillips, WI San Diego, CA James A. Brooks, B.A., M.Div., Paul Johnson, B.A., M.Div. Debra Moncauskes, B.A., M.A. Mary Cipriani-Price, B.A., M.S., Ph.D., D.Phil. Missions Children’s and Family Ministry L.M.F.T. New Testament Plymouth, MN Encinitas, CA Marital and Family Therapy Vadnais Heights, MN George Kenworthy, A.A., B.A., Jim Osterhaus, B.A., M.A., Licensed MFT Therapist, Reinicke Counseling Associates, Thomas C. Correll, B.A., M.A., M.Div., Th.M., D.Min. Ph.D. San Diego, CA Ph.D. Old Testament Doctor of Ministry Global and Contextual Ministries Plymouth, MN Fairfax, VA Thomas C. Correll, B.A., M.A., Hayward, WI Ph.D. JoAnn C. Kraft, B.A., Roger Palms, B.A., B.D., M.Div., Carla M. Dahl, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. M.A.M.F.T. Global and Contextual Ministries M.A., Th.M., D.D. Hayward, WI Marriage and Family Studies Marriage and Family Studies Doctor of Ministry Shoreview, MN St. Louis Park, MN Anoka, MN Gary Cundiff, M.A., M.F.T. Marital and Family Therapy Richard E. Daniels, B.A., Catherine F. Lally, B.A., M.A., Robert Permenter, B.A., M.Div., M.Ed., M.R.E., M.Div., D.Min. Ph.D. Licensed MFT, Family Consulta- D.Min. tion Service, San Diego, CA Preaching Marriage and Family Studies Preaching Shoreview, MN St. Paul, MN Lino Lakes, MN Robert Davis, B.A., J.D., M.Div. Reformed Worship Dan Digatono, B.S., M.Div., Beth Y. Langstaff, B.A., M.Div., Phil Print, B.A., M.Div. M.S., Ph.D. Ph.D. Associate Pastor, Westminster Preaching Presbyterian Church, Escon- Children’s and Family Ministry Church History Cottage Grove, MN Sioux Falls, SD Tuebingen, Germany dido, CA Dan Rotach, B.A., M.Div., Brian Doten, B.A., M.Div. Phil Lutz, B.S., M.Div. Mark H. Foreman, B.A., M.Div., L.M.F.T., D.Min. M.Ed., Ph.D. Evangelism Preaching Preaching Chaska, MN Willmar, MN Spiritual Formation Forest Lake, MN Senior Pastor, North Coast Nils C. Friberg, B.A., B.D., Alden “Bud” Lynch, B.A., Judy Tiesel, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. Calvary Chapel, Carlsbad, CA Ph.D. M.Div. Marriage and Family Curt Gruber, B.A., M.Div., Pastoral Care Pastoral Ministry Minneapolis, MN Fridley, MN Shoreview, MN D.Min. William Travis, B.A., B.D., Worship and Evangelism W. Edward Glenny, B.A., M.A., James Mason, B.A., B.D., S.T.D. S.T.M., Ph.D. Associate Executive Minister, M.Div., Th.M., Th.D., Ph.D. Doctor of Ministry Church History Director of Missions, Southwest New Testament San Diego, CA Arden Hills, MN Baptist Conference, Shoreview, MN San Diego, CA Jefferey A. Matteson, M.Div, Tina R. Wiens, B.S., M.A.M.F.T. Frank Green, B.A., M.Div., M.Ed., Ph.D. Marriage and Family Studies Elaine Hamilton, B.A., M.A., D.Min. Doctor of Ministry Stillwater, MN M.A.M.F.T., M.A.T.S. Doctor of Ministry Millbrock, NY Theology and Marital and Family Wake Forest, NC Therapy MFT Intern, Family Consulta- tion Service, San Diego, CA

158 Faculty Natalie Hendrickson, B.A., Janice Raymond, B.A., M.Div. Ministry-Based Denis Keith, B.B.A., Th.M. M.Div. Missions ­Faculty—Seminary of the Homiletics, Evangelism Spiritual Formation AnsMar Publishers, Inc. East Campus Life Development Pastor Internship Coordinator, Bethel San Diego, CA North River Community Church Seminary, San Diego, CA Stanley R. Allaby, B.A., M.Div., Pembroke, MA David Redelings, B.S., M.Div., D.Min. Bruce Hubbard, M.D. Ph.D. Homiletics Kyungrae (Ezra) Kim, B.A., Marital and Family Therapy New Testament Pastor Emeritus, Black Rock M.A., Ph.D. Private Practice (Psychiatry), San Diego, CA Congregational Church, Hebrew San Diego, CA Senior Pastor, New York J. Wayne Rice, B.A., M.A. Woodstock Valley, CT ­Sekwang Church, Yonkers, NY Cheryl Johnson, A.A., B.S., Christian Education Horace Allen, B.S., M.S., D. Professor & Academic Dean, M.Div. President, Understanding Your Min. Faith Bible Seminary, Flushing, Pastoral Care Teenager, Lakeside, CA Counseling Chaplain, San Diego Hospice, NY Stephen Robbins, B.S., M.Div., Senior Pastor, East End Baptist San Diego, CA William Kirkland, B.S., M.Div., D.Min. Church D.Min. Eric R. Johnson, B.A., M.Div. Theology and Christian Private counseling practice New Testament World Religions Spirituality Brooklyn, NY Senior Pastor, Wantagh Baptist Teacher, Christian High School Los Angeles, CA of El Cajon, John Ames, B.S., M.Div. Church, Wantagh, NY Bruce Sumner, B.A., M.Div. El Cajon, CA Missions Henry W. Kwan, B.B.A., Th.M., Missions Senior Pastor, Emmanuel Baptist Ed.D., D.Min. Dennis Leggett, B.A., M.Ed., Executive Minister, Southwest Church, Norfolk, MA Missions and Evangelism Ed.D. Baptist Conference, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Educational Leadership San Diego, CA Patricia Barrett, B.S., M.A.C.E. El Cajon, CA Spiritual Formation, Women in Church of Flushing, NY Luis Vargas, M.A., A.B.D., Ph.D. Church History Mary Larson, B.S., M.Ed., Stephen W. Locke, B.A., M.Div., Marital and Family Therapy Adjunct Instructor, Bethel Semi- Ed.D. D.Min. MFT Intern, Family Consulta- nary of the East Family Ministry Reformed Doctrine tion Service, San Diego, CA Adjunct Instructor, NYACK Head of Staff, First Presbyterian Director of Family Ministry Henk S. Vigeveno, B.A., B.Div. Church of El Cajon, Vincent Calloway, B.A., M.S.S. Converge Northeast Preaching El Cajon, CA Counseling Marlborough, MA Retired Senior Pastor, Marriage & Family Therapist Kenneth Lowe, B.S., M.B.A. First Presbyterian Church, James Love, B.S., M.Div., D.Min. V. Calloway Counseling Associ- Homiletics, Evangelism Art History El Cajon, CA ates San Diego, CA Pastor, Faith Tabernacle UHCA, Mariel Voth, B.A., M.A. Philadelphia, PA Washington, D.C. Alice Mathews, B.A., M.A., Global & Contextual Studies James Critchlow, B.S., M.Div., Gregg Makin, B.A., M.S., Ph.D. Ph.D. Library Director M.A., Ph.D. Education Ministries San Deigo, CA Leadership Hebrew and Old Testament Associate Pastor, Wantagh Sun City, AZ Adjunct Instructor, Gordon- David Walden, A.A., B.A., Baptist Church, Wantagh, NY Beverly McCall, B.A., M.A., M.Div., D.Min. Conwell Theological Seminary, M.Div. Global and Contextual Ministries Deacon, True Memorial Baptist Brad F. Mellon, B.A., M.Div., Education Ministries Director of Pastoral Care, Palo- Church, Rochester, NH S.T.M., Ph.D. San Diego, CA mar-Pomerado Health District Gary Derechinsky, B.A.B.L., Greek and New Testament CEO/Executive Director, Minis- M.Div. Chaplain, Frederick Mennonite Arlys Norcross McDonald, Community, Frederick, PA B.A., M.A., Ph.D. try on the Edge, Inc., San Diego, Hebrew Marital and Family Therapy CA Pastor, New Hope Chapel, Robert Mills, B.S.W., M.S.W., McDonald Therapy Center, Larry Warner, B.A., M.A. Annapolis, MD M.Div., D.Min. Vista, CA Mentored Leadership Dennis Edwards, B.S., M.Div., Worship Senior Pastor, Calvary Baptist Robert W. Mentze, B.A., M.Div., Pastor, Scripps Mesa Bible M.A., Ph.D. Church, San Diego, CA Greek and New Testament Church D.Min. Oceanport, NJ Reformed Worship Forrest Weiland, B.A., Th.M., Pastor, Peace Fellowship Pastor, Lakeside Community Ph.D. Church, Washington, D.C. Doris Morgan, B.S., M.A., Ph.D. Presbyterian Church Theology and Biblical Studies Denis Frediani, B.A., M.A. Pastoral Care and Counseling Lakeside, CA Vista, CA Education Ministries Executive Director, Metro Mary- Senior Pastor, Evangelical land Counseling Center, Rev. David Montzingo, A.B., Amy Wickstrom, B.A., M.A., Timonium, MD M.Div. L.M.F.T. Congregational Church of Anglican Theology, History, Sac- Licensed MFT Therapist, Owner ­Tyngsboro, MA Tyrone A. Perkins, B.A., M.Div. raments, and Worship of San Diego Center for Play Michael Herbert, B.B.A., M.Div. Pastoral Theology Associate Rector, St. Dunstan’s Therapy, San Diego, CA Spiritual Formation Senior Pastor, Westside Bible Episcopal Church, San Diego, CA Baptist Church, Trenton, NJ C. Dennis Williams, B.S., M.A., Center Director, Bethel Seminary Arnell Motz, B.A., M.Div., D.Min. D.Min. of the East Dennis L. Reiter, B.A., M.A., Director of Seminary Impact, Preaching Flushing, NY M.Div., D.Min. Bethel Seminary, San Diego, CA Senior Minister, Ward A.M.E. Samuel Hollo, B.S., M.Div., Pastoral Theology PeaceMakers, Willimantic, CT Mary Mroczka, Ph.D. Church, D.Min. San Diego Christian College, Los Angeles, CA Pastoral Counseling James Rich, B.S., M.A., M.Div., member of psychology faculty, Founder, Director, The Carpen- Th.M. San Diego, CA ter’s Workshop New Testament Natick, MA Instructor, Phil-Mont Christian Andre Ong, B.A., M.A.T.S., Ph.D. Academy, Erdenheim, PA Senior Pastor, International Edgar Johnston, B.A., M.A.R., Christian Church, San Diego, CA M.A., Ph.D. Paul Rickert, B.A., M.Div. Old Testament Pastoral Theology Pamela Powell, B.A., M.Div., Academic Dean, Center for Senior Minister, Mission to the D.Min. Urban Theological Studies Americas, Astoria, NY Pastoral Care Philadelphia, PA San Diego, CA

159 David Ridder, B.A., M.Div, Gordon G. Johnson, 1959-1984 Tara Bauer-Ministry Placement Mark Nygaard-Interlibrary Loan D.Min. Dean and Professor of Preaching Coordinator Coordinator Emeritus Leadership Julie Bosacker-Office Coordinator Ana Ortiz- B.A., Th.M., Th.D. Assistant to the St. Paul, MN for Intercultural Relations New Brighton, MN Registrar Faculty Torrey Robinson, B.A., M.Div., Katrina Chapman-Program Doreen Pedlar- Herb V. Klem, 1980-2002 Student Programs D.Min. Coordinator for InMinistry/Regis- and Intensives Coordinator Professor of Global and Contex- Homiletics trar’s Office Senior Pastor, First Baptist tual Ministries Emeritus Sam Rima-Director of Doctor of Church, Tarrytown, NY B.A., M.S., M.Div., D.Miss. Barb Cionca-Associate Director of Ministry and Leadership Enrich- Arden Hills, MN the Cory Center ment Programs Noel Sherry, B.A., M.R.E. Apologetics, Spiritual Formation Alden E. Lynch, 1987-1996 Nathan Davis-Registrar Coordi- Susan Rima-Executive Assistant New England Center Director, Dean of Students and Director for nator and Advisor for InMinistry to the Vice President of Operations Bethel Seminary of the East Supervised Ministry Emeritus Sue Devane-Receptionist/Secre- and Strategic Initiatives B.A., M.Div. Adjunct Instructor, Eastern tary Mary Sanders-Associate Direc- Shoreview, MN Nazarene College and University tor of Personal and Professional of Phoenix Kristine Doten-Assessment and James R. Mason, 1977-1996 Integrative Portfolio Coordinator Formation Professor of Pastoral Ministries Paul Sorrentino, B.A., M.A., Marta Shaw-Administrative As- Emeritus Danielle Dworak-Associate M.Div., D.Min. sistant, Provost Office Christianity in Culture B.A., B.D., Th.M., S.T.D. Director of InMinistry Coordinator for Religious Life, Aikin, MN Joseph Dworak-Transregional Andrew Shold-Coordinator of Student Services and Communica- Amherst College, Amherst, MA Virgil A. Olson, 1951-1974 Director of Seminary Admissions tion Richard F. Woodcock, B.A., Professor of Church History and and Recruitment M.Div., D.Min Missions Emeritus Becky Eller-Center Program Eric Johnson-Supervisor of Semi- Pastoral Care B.A., B.D., Th.D. Coordinator for the Center for nary Buildings Senior Pastor, Indian Valley Roseville, MN Spiritual and Personal Forma- Scott Strand-Instructional Tech- Mennonite Church, Fred Prinzing, 1986-1998 tion and the MFT and certificate nology Consultant Harleysville, PA programs Dean and Professor of Preaching Gail Swenson-Administrative As- and Pastoral Ministries Emeritus Laura Ellwanger-Assistant sistant to the Seminary Deans Emeriti B.A., B.D., Th.M., D.Min. Director of Financial Aid New Brighton, MN Dayna Taylor-SemPM Coordinator Clifford V. Anderson, Lois Ferris-Operations Assistant Meg Thorson-Executive 1959-1995 William Travis, 1978-2004 for Seminary Student Life Associate Dean and Director, Professor of Church History Assistant to the Provost San Diego Campus, and Professor Emeritus Andrew Garbers-Seminary Ad- of Christian ­Education Emeritus B.A., B.D., S.T.M., Ph.D. missions Research Assistant and Christy Vanada-Sr. Administra- B.S., B.D., M.A., Ed.D. Arden Hills, MN Database Coordinator tive Assistant to the Provost LaMesa, CA Florence C. Walbert, 1985-1995 Joy Genung-Seminary Housing Michelle Westlund-Communica- Morris Anderson, 1977-2003 Registrar Emerita Coordinator tions Specialist Director of Admissions and Finan- B.A., M.A. Jack Hallman-Admissions Scott Wible-Communications cial Aid Emeritus White Bear Lake, MN Counselor Specialist B.A., M.Div., Th.M. Ronald F. Youngblood, Roseville, MN Dan Jass-Director of Student Sara Wilhelm-Associate Direc- 1961-1978; 1982-2001 Development tor of Seminary Admissions & Clarence B. Bass, 1955-1988 Professor of Old Testament and Recruitment Professor of Theology Emeritus Hebrew Emeritus Mary Jensen-Associate Program B.A., M.A., Ph.D. B.A., B.D., Ph.D. Director, Marriage and Family St. Paul, MN San Diego, CA Therapy Seminary Library Deanna Brown-Technical Services James Brooks, 1989-2003 Jeanne Johnson-Coordinator of Assistant Professor of New Testament Administration Admissions Services Emeritus Central Administration Judy Johnson-Administrative Pamela Jervis-Assistant Librarian B.A., M.Div., Ph.D., D.Phil. Assistant to the Office of ­ for Technical Services Vadnais Heights, MN James (Jay) H. Barnes III- Formation, Supervised Ministry President Barbara Johnson-Circulation George E. Cannon, 1969-1987 and Placement Coordinator Professor of New Testament James (Randy) Thomann- Molly Leverty-Recruiter for the Katy Johnson-Acquisitions/Ad- Emeritus Executive Vice President for Office of Admissions & Recruit- ministrative Assistant Th.B., B.D., Ph.D. Business Affairs ment Vadnais Heights, MN Bruce W. Anderson-Vice Presi- Mark Nygaard-Interlibrary Loan Renae Long-Doctor of Ministry Coordinator Thomas C. Correll, 1996-2003 dent for Development Program Coordinator Professor and Dean Emeritus Sandra Oslund-Director B.A., M.A., Ph.D. Seminary Administration Nick Matchefts-Associate Reg- istrar Tim Senapatiratne-Assistant Hayward, WI and Staff— Reference Librarian Nils C. Friberg, 1977-2002 St. Paul Campus Greg Meland-Director of Super- vised Ministry and Placement Adam Westrich-Periodicals Professor of Pastoral Care Leland V. Eliason-Executive Di- Coordinator ­Emeritus rector and Provost of the Seminary Gloria R. Metz-Coordinator of B.A., B.D., Ph.D. Faculty Secretarial Services Fridley, MN Gregory W. Bourgond-Vice Presi- dent for Seminary Operations and Abigail Miller-Faculty Secretary Al A. Glenn, 1985-1995 Strategic Initiatives Professor of Theology Emeritus Deanna Munson-Technical B.A., B.D., Ph.D. James Spickelmier-Associate Service Assistant for Seminary Scottsdale, AZ Vice President for Seminary Library Development Suzi Nelson-Administrative Kristin Anderson-Director of Assistant for SemPM and D.Min. InMinistry Distributed Learning Programs

160 Faculty/Administration Auxiliary Personnel Cathy Fombelle-Admissions Bobbi Hersch George H. Soltero Assistant Champlin, Minnesota Tucson, Arizona Steven Bergeson, M.D.-School Former Partner, KPMG Health Assistant Federal Public Defender, Physician Esther Gordon-Metropolitan Washington, D.C. Center Director Care Advisory Services Practice District of Arizona Liz Miller, R.N.-Director of Merri Lee Hipp G. Jean Swopes Health Services Cheryl Gregg-Associate Dean and Director of Academic Programs Colorado Springs, Colorado Waukegan, Illinois Kathy McGillvray-Director of International Mentor, Mission: Board Chair/Director, Lions Disability Services Michael Herbert-New York Cen- Moving Mountains/Navigators Mathematics & Science Junior ter Director Academy Wanda Nelson-Campus Store John K. Jenkins Sr Manager Iris Holder-New York Center Bowie, Maryland Harold J. Wiens Team Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church Hugo, Minnesota Seminary Administration Henry Kwan-New York Center of Glenarden Retired Corporate Executive, 3M Company and Staff—San Diego Team Alan V. Johnson Campus Beverly Little-Washington, D.C. Portland, Oregon John Wories Jr Center Recruitment Assistant Regional President Oregon, Wells Chicago, Illinois John Lillis-Dean and Executive Fargo Bank President, Amsted Rail Officer Tyrone Perkins-Philadelphia Center Director Don H. Johnson Term Expires 2014 Keith Olson-Director of Marital Huntsville, Texas Alan Bergstedt and Family Therapy Joanne Porter-Associate Registrar President, Johnson Company Carlsbad, California Françoise Anderson-Assistant and Administrative Assistant to Robert J. Mann President, Visionary Venture Librarian the Dean Wayzata, Minnesota Robert Bjork Shirley Bunch-Business ­Affairs Lynn Rudolph-Development As- Senior VP, Cargill Ferrous Inter- Plymouth, Minnesota Coordinator and Bookstore sociate national EVP, McNellis & Bjork, Ltd Manager Jeanette Shaw-Alumni Coordinator Patrick A. Mazorol Tom Evans Mary Lou Bradbury-Librarian Minneapolis, Minnesota Noel Sherry-New England Center Johnston, Iowa President, Securian Trust Theola Campbell-Director of Director President/CEO, Iowa Healthcare ­Company Admissions Rosa Lynn Winborne-Office Coor- Collaborative T. Cher Moua Lynne Fitzgerald-Administrative dinator and Accounts Manager Joel Johnson Maplewood, Minnesota Assistant, Associate Registrar and Chanhassen, Minnesota Director,Union Gospel Mission Bookstore Manager Senior Pastor, Westwood Commu- Board of Trustees Asian Ministries Natalie Hendrickson-Director of nity Church OFFICERS OF THE BOARD John C. Roise Supervised Ministry Krista Kaups (2008–2009) North Mankato, Minnesota Fresno, California Caleb Hummel-Administrative Daniel A. Lindh – Chair President, Lindsay Window and General Trauma and Critical Care Assistant, Dean and Academics Patrick A. Mazorol – Vice Chair Door James B. Green – Secretary Surgery, UCSF, Fresno Christine Klein-Administrative Harold J. Wiens – Treasurer Term Expires 2012 Program Director, General Assistant, Marital and Family Surgery, UCSF Fresno Medical Ed Joel Johnson – Assistant Thomas G. Addington Therapy Program Secretary Fayetteville, Arkansas Arnell Motz-Special Assistant to EX OFFICIO MEMBERS The Wellspring Group Dan Lindh the Dean and Director of Semi- Arden Hills, Minnesota William C. Ankerberg nary Impact James H. Barnes III President/CEO, Presbyterian Whittier, California Saint Paul, Minnesota Homes and Services Merrill Ohlson-Building President, Bethel University Senior Pastor, Whittier Area ­Specialist ­Community Church Vikki Myers Gerald R. Sheveland Elk Grove Village, Illinois Pamela Powell-Director of Stu- Collin Barr Arlington Heights, Illinois Co-Founder, Kingdom Impact dent Life Edina, Minnesota President, Baptist General Theatre Ministries Sherry Stockton-Associate Reg- Conference President, Minnesota Region, Ryan istrar and Director of Academic Companies Harold Smith BOARD MEMBERS Carol Stream, Illinois Support Services John D. Griffith CEO, Christianity Today Term expires 2009: Maple Grove, Minnesota Brenda Valentine-Administrative ­International Assistant, Student Services and Paul H. Hubley EVP, Property Development, Target Distributed Learning Programs Framingham, Massachusetts Corporation Tim Traudt Edina, Minnesota Executive Minister, Northeast Darryl D. Hansen Shannon Vandewarker-Adminis- Senior VP, Regional Managing Dir. Baptist Conference West Des Moines, Iowa trative Assistant, Development Great Lakes Region Retired Corporate Executive, Wells Term Expires 2010: Wells Fargo Private Client Mariel Voth-Director of San Fargo Corporation and GuideOne Services Diego Library Daniel H. Carlson Insurance Group Saint Paul, Minnesota Ron Tschetter JoAnn Wilmer-Administrative Wayland E. Jensen Executive Minister, Minnesota Arlington, Virginia Assistant, Admissions Sawyer, Michigan Baptist Conference Director, United States Peace Chairman/Retired CEO, Jensen Corps Seminary Administration Timothy Childs Window Corporation Hopkins, Minnesota Julie M. White and Staff—Seminary of Kathleen J. Nelson Owner/President, TLC Precision Grimes, Iowa the East Saint Louis Park, Minnesota Wafer Tech Inc. EVP Director of Human ­Resources, Regional Director, Airport Affairs, Administrative Team Wells Fargo & Company, Richard J. Gabriel Northwest Airlines, Inc. Doug Fombelle-Dean and Execu- Newport Beach, California San Francisco, California tive Officer President, Heritage Container Donald E. Ryks Shorewood, Minnesota Lyn Brown-Library Director James B. Green Retired Corporate Executive, Chanhassen, Minnesota General Mills Kathy Brown-Library Assistant President & CEO, Kemps/Mari- gold Foods, Inc.

161 Scholarships

cholarship funds are available to students who maintain The Rev. William G. and Ruth J. Backlund Memorial Scholarship is a cumulative GPA of 3.0. Students must be enrolled for a awarded to a student planning to enter ministry with the Baptist Sminimum of eight credits per quarter to receive scholar- General Conference (EPB011). ships. Most of these scholarships are offered only to current stu- The Jeannette and Stanley Bakke Women in Ministry Scholarship is dents in a master’s program who have already established a GPA awarded to a female M.Div. student who is preparing for pastoral at Bethel Seminary, unless otherwise noted. The first section is ministry or further graduate education directed toward teach- a listing of scholarships offered to students studying on the St. ing at the college or seminary level. First preference is given to a Paul campus. Both new and returning students must apply for Baptist General Conference student (EPB012). these scholarships using an online scholarship application. This application will be made available during the winter quarter. Ex- The Doris and Clarence Bass Scholarship for Women in Theology is ception to this is the Ronald E. Pitkin Graduate Scholarship - see awarded to a female student for the study and/or application of description for details. New students complete an online schol- theology. It is awarded at the discretion of the theology faculty arship application found at: www.bethel.edu/finaid/sem/index. on the basis of need and experience (EPB014). Please note the May 1 deadline. InMinistry and SemPM students The Berean Scholarship is awarded to students who show a pas- who began studies prior to June 2006 receive a 15 percent tu- sion for searching the Scriptures for biblical understanding. This ition discount and are not eligible to apply for scholarchips. scholarship is not restricted to those concentrating in Old or Scholarships offered to students on the San Diego campus are New Testament studies. It can be given to students in any pro- listed in the second section. Contact the San Diego Office of gram who demonstrate a passion to know and understand the Admissions for application information. Word of God (EPB142). The Arthur and Gloria Bergeson Scholarship is awarded to a Scholarships for students attending second-year student preparing for ministry (EPB015). Bethel Seminary St. Paul: The Lawrence and Audrey Berglund Scholarship is awarded an- The Aiton Family Mission Scholarship is awarded to a student nually to qualified students who demonstrate both academic who is preparing for full-time missionary service overseas achievement and financial need (EPB016). (EPA002). The Al Bergsten Continuing Education Scholarship Fund provides The Mr. and Mrs. A. Dwight Anderson Scholarship is awarded assistance for pastors, missionaries, and other church workers to to a middler recommended by the faculty, with special prefer- continue their educations through Bethel Seminary (RPB103). ence given to a student committed to overseas mission service is awarded (RPA100). The Hazel and George Berquist Memorial Scholarship annually to prospective seminary students who come from the The B. Willard Anderson Memorial Scholarship provides an annual Midwestern states (excluding Minnesota) and are members of award to needy and deserving students (EPA003). Baptist General Conference churches (EPB017). The Dagmar Esther Anderson Endowment Fund is awarded to The David M. and Sadie L. Blomberg Scholarship provides an an- seminary students who demonstrate need and are preparing for nual award of $500 to all students enrolled at Bethel Seminary pastoral ministry, preferably in the Midwest (EPA004). from Hillsdale Baptist Church, Illinois; Moraine Valley Baptist Church, Illinois; and Sawyer Highlands Baptist Church, Michi- The Leslie and Betty Anderson Bethlehem Baptist Missions gan, and also may provide awards for qualifying students from ­Scholarship is awarded to a Bethel Seminary student from Beth- the Midwest District (EAB031). lehem Baptist Church, Minneapolis, who is studying and living out God’s call in the area of missions. Priority will be given to The Ellen M. Borden Memorial Scholarship fund has been estab- those in ministry areas of church planting, evangelistic outreach, lished in memory of the mother of Mrs. Gordon G. Johnson. or cross-cultural pastoral work. It is possible for the scholarship Income from the fund is given to a student who is preparing for to be renewed annually based on need and continuing commit- pastoral ministry and who has financial need (EPB019). ment to ministry intent/calling (RPA101). The Mr. and Mrs. Erik A. Borg Memorial Scholarship has been es- The Vernon D. Anderson Memorial Scholarship provides an ­annual tablished by Mr. and Mrs. Ragnar Borg. The annual income from award to a student committed to service in home or world this fund is given to one or more students of good academic ­missions (EPA007). standing, with demonstrated financial need, who are planning for pastoral ministry (EPB020). The Walter R. Anderson Memorial Award was established by Wal- ter R. Anderson, former president of Vancouver Bible College, The Gust Brobry Memorial Scholarship fund has been donated and is awarded to a Baptist General Conference student planning by the late Mrs. Gust Brobry in memory of her husband. The to enter Christian ministry with preference given to a student annual income from this fund is awarded to a Baptist General interested in camping or the chaplaincy (EPA006). Conference student with high scholastic achievement who is a candidate for overseas missions (EPB021). The Lawrence T. Arlander Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a worthy student preparing for service as a minister or missionary The George and Darleen Brushaber/Ralph Hammond Seminary (EPA008). Scholarship is awarded to seminary students of color within the Baptist General Conference (EPB022). The Babbitt Baptist Church Scholarship is given annually by the Babbitt Baptist Church in recognition of the many pastors who have served there. It is their investment in the preparation of future pastors (RPB102).

162 The Ralph and Marie Brushaber Memorial Scholarship is awarded The Barbara Dahl Memorial Scholarship is awarded to students Scholarships to students who show high promise of future leadership and with demonstrated interest in ministering to families, and who service and who give evidence of vital faith in Jesus Christ are in the marriage and family therapy program or the master of (EPB023). divinity marriage and family studies concentration. Preference will be given to those with a background in the medical profes- The Dr. and Mrs. Carl G. Burton Memorial Scholarship is awarded to sions (EPD037). an entering seminary student who has shown ­leadership, charac- ter, and scholastic achievement as a student at Bethel University The Simon R. and Edith A. Dahlberg Memorial Scholarship. The (EPB024). income from this fund is given to one or more Baptist General Conference students who are preparing for pastoral ministry The Elton T. Cable Scholarship is for a student with a world and who are in need of financial assistance (EPC038). missions emphasis or with plans for a career in world missions. Special consideration will be given to a student either from Cal- The Helen L. Diebold Scholarship is to be awarded annually to an vary Baptist Church in Warren, Pa., or an international student American student of color who has completed one year of semi- intending to return to his or her own country (EPC025). nary. Preference is given to students who are involved in church- related ministry while attending seminary (EPC039). The James Cable Memorial Scholarship is provided annually to a student entering his or her senior year who exhibits an adequate The Ford and Loine Dobesh Memorial Scholarship is given to stu- level of spirituality, aptitude, and accomplishment to warrant dents preparing for ministry to the city. The scholarship honors scholarship assistance and who is planning to enter ministry the lives of Ford and Loine Dobesh (EPC040). in the Baptist General Conference. Preference will be given to The Louis and Anne Dunlop Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a students from Calvary Baptist Church of Warren, Pa., and to stu- worthy student preparing for the ministry (EPD041). dents from the Middle East Baptist Conference District (EPC026). The East Park Baptist Scholarship has been established to assist a The James and Edith Calhoun Memorial Scholarship is awarded to married student who demonstrates financial need and is prepar- students preparing for missions (EPC027). ing for ministry with the Baptist General Conference (EPE042). The Carlson Family Pastoral Scholarship is awarded annually to The Ebenezer Baptist Church Scholarship is made possible by a a student(s) who are preparing for pastoral ministry and who special fund given to Bethel Seminary by the former Ebenezer exemplify in their personal lives the highest example of servant- Church in Duluth, Minn., and is awarded to a student preparing hood and servant leadership (EPC028). for pastoral ministry EPE043). The Alma Carlson Memorial Scholarship provides an annual The Esther Ehnbom Scholarship has been established by the sis- award to a student preparing for pastoral ministry (EPC029). ters and brothers of Esther Ehnbom, an alumna of the seminary The Rev. Carlton G. and Marian E. Christenson Scholarship pro- who labored as a nurse in Zaire. It is given annually to a student vides annual awards to students from American Baptist Church- dedicated to world missions (EPE045). es with preference given to students who have chosen ministry The Leland V. and Carol Eliason Scholarship is given in honor of as a second career (EPC032). Leland V. Eliason, provost of the seminary (EPE047). The Evelyn and Harold Christenson Scholarship in Evangelism The Leland and Carol Eliason/Ralph Hammond Scholarship pro- is awarded to a student who has distinguished him- or her- vides an annual award to a full-time seminary student of color, self in the ministry of prayer and/or evangelism and outreach with preference to a member of the Baptist General Conference (EPC033). (EPE046). The Suzanne Strange Collins Memorial Scholarship has been The Dorothy Erickson Memorial Award provides a scholarship to established by an alumnus, Kenneth Collins, in memory of his incoming or continuing students who demonstrate leadership wife, who also attended the seminary. The annual income from gifts and abilities as spirit-filled change agents. It is awarded this fund is awarded to a woman in the Master of Arts in Chris- by nomination from the admissions office, faculty, or deans tian Education program looking forward to service in the church (EPE048). whether as a layperson or in a salaried position (EPC034). The Ellen A. Erickson Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a stu- The Alphin C. Conrad Memorial Evangelism Scholarship has dent preparing for Christian ministry (EPE049). been established in memory of Dr. Alphin C. Conrad, profes- sor emeritus of New Testament theology, who served on the The Millard J. Erickson Minority Student Leadership Award is pro- faculty of the seminary from 1950 to 1970. It is awarded annu- vided to assist promising minority students who are preparing ally to a qualified student evidencing the gift of evangelism who for ministry (EPE120). is preparing to devote him- or herself to an active ministry of The C. George Ericson Memorial Scholarship, established by the evangelism (RPC108). Rev. Ericson, long-time editor of The Standard and a Baptist The Alphin C. Conrad Memorial Missions Scholarship has been General Conference leader, is given annually to a student pre- established in memory of Dr. Alphin C. Conrad, who served paring for a ministry in print or other media (EPE050). on the faculty of the seminary from 1950 to 1970. It is awarded The Thelma Esmay Memorial Scholarship has been established annually to a qualified student preparing for missionary service for ministerial students through the estate of Kate Esmay. Prefer- (EPC035). ence will be given to students who are members of Oak Hill The Edwin and Alice Conrad Memorial Scholarship provides an Baptist Church of Humboldt, Iowa (EPE051). annual award to a student committed to Christian ministry The Robert A. Featherstone Memorial Scholarship is awarded to (EPC036). a seminary student who has displayed promise and ability in The J. Ben Cording Memorial Scholarship is awarded to students preaching and who has a passion for proclaiming the Word and who are preparing for church planting ministries (EPC144). the love of God (EPF052). The Crystal Scholarship, provided by Terry and Francis Eggart, is awarded annually to a worthy Baptist General Conference student (EPC044).

163 The Wes and Gwen Forsline Scholarship is awarded to students income from this fund is awarded annually to a student prepar- preparing for service as pastors, with a preference for Baptist ing for pastoral ministry (EPJ066). students who express a concern for a ministry to the disenfran- The John and Elaine Jahnke Missionary Scholarship provides chised that stresses the Baptist distinctives of justice with liberty annual awards to students committed to multicultural ministry (EPF140). (EPJ067). The Margareta Forssman Memorial Scholarship provides an annu- The Johnson-Norman Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a stu- al award to a student preparing for pastoral ministry (EPF053). dent preparing for ministry (EPJ068). Scholarships The Nils and Audrey Friberg Pastoral Care Scholarship is awarded The Alta and Gordon Johnson Scholarship in Expository Preaching to a Bethel Seminary student concentrating in pastoral care is awarded to a Baptist General Conference student showing (EPF054). promise of developing excellence in proclaiming the Scriptures The Rev. Donald and Donna Fuller Scholarship provides an award expositorily and relevantly, and who is planning to serve in a to a student pastoring a church of under 200 in attendance local church or on the mission field under the Baptist General while going to seminary (RPF112). Conference. This award is available on both the St. Paul and San Diego campuses (EPJ069). The Future Fund is awarded annually to a Baptist General Con- ference minority student from the Midwest District (EPF055). The Gordon and Alta Johnson Ministry Scholarship is given by friends of Dr. and Mrs. Johnson in honor of their 50th wedding The Geis Family Scholarship provides an annual award to a anniversary, and is awarded to a Baptist General Conference graduating Bethel University student enrolling at Bethel Semi- student planning to enter full-time Christian ministry (EPJ070). nary or to a current Bethel Seminary student. It is awarded to students who show significant evidence of leadership, academic The Gordon G. Johnson Scholarship is awarded by the Baptist excellence, and a desire to enter Christian ministry (EPG003). General Conference in recognition and appreciation for the contribution Dr. Johnson has made to the local church through The Bonnie E. Goodwin Memorial Scholarship provides an annual his book My Church. This award is made to a Baptist General award to needy and deserving students (EPG078). Conference student, preparing to serve in the conference, who The Gordh Memorial Scholarship fund has been raised by friends demonstrates qualities desired in a pastor-teacher and gives evi- of Dr. G. Arvid Gordh, dean of Bethel Theological Seminary dence of commitment to the educational ministries of the local from 1922 to 1925, as a memorial to him. The income from church (EPJ071). this fund is distributed annually to the student who has made The L. Ted and Eloise Johnson Scholarship is awarded to students the best progress in New Testament Greek during the year preparing for pastoral ministry with a love for preaching and (EPG056). teaching God’s Word, with a preference given to members of the The Charles and Pearl Grayum Missions Scholarship is awarded to Baptist General Conference (EPJ073). a student preparing for ministry within the Christian and Mis- The William and Helen Johnstone Scholarship is awarded to stu- sionary Alliance (EPG057). dents preparing for missionary service (EPJ074). The Ralph E. and Mary Hammond Scholarship is awarded to a The Dr. Karl J. Karlson and Dr. Karl E. Karlson Memorial Scholar- multicultural full-time seminary student in honor of Ralph ship has been established by the families of Dr. Karl J. Karlson Hammond (EPHAMM). and Dr. Karl E. Karlson. Karl J. was dean of Bethel Seminary The Irene Hanwell Memorial Scholarship provides awards to de- from 1925-48. His son, Karl E., was a renowned physician. The serving students preparing for pastoral ministry (EPH059). scholarship is awarded annually to assist qualified students who are interested in pursuing graduate work in addition to theologi- The John and Millie Hasselblad Scholarship is given in honor cal education in preparation for service in the Baptist General of John Hasselblad and his wife Millie to incoming students Conference (EPK075). at Bethel Seminary St. Paul who show exceptional ability and promise for ministry (EPH060). The Kern Family Foundation Scholarship is awarded to outstand- ing incoming students committed to pastoring in a local church. The Heitzman-Moberg Memorial Scholarship honors John and (Competitive selection according to specific criteria.) Marie Heitzman and conference pastor Fred L. and Anna Moberg. Preference (in declining order) shall be given to inter- The Elsie Knox Memorial Scholarship provides an annual award national students, children of career missionaries, and pastors’ to a deserving student preparing for pastoral ministry (EPK076). children (EPH062). The Oliver C. Kronholm Family Scholarship is awarded to stu- The Bill and June Horn Memorial Scholarship is awarded to Bethel dents who are preparing for careers in pastoral ministry and Seminary students, on any campus, with a preference for in- who demonstrate financial need (EPK077). ternational students who will return to their home country to The Carl Gustaf Lagergren Memorial Scholarship fund has been positions of significant denominational or seminary leadership. established by the Lagergren family in memory of their father, A secondary preference is for American students who are com- Dr. Carl Gustaf Lagergren, dean of Bethel Theological Seminary mitted to an overseas mission career (EPH063). from 1889 to 1922. An annual scholarship is presented to the The Albert and Ethel Horst Memorial Scholarship is awarded to Baptist General Conference student who attains the highest incoming students showing exceptional ability and promise in scholastic achievement in systematic theology (EPL079). ministry (EPH064). The Adda Mary Larson Memorial Endowment has been estab- The Siri Mahal Erickson Inoferio Memorial Scholarship is awarded lished for scholarships and programming assistance related to annually on the basis of need to an American ethnic minority or ministries of social welfare, social justice, and concern for the Third World student, with preference given to a woman of color poor (EPL080). (EPE065). The Victor and Elna Larson Memorial Scholarship is provided by The Rev. Layton N. and Ruth J. Jackson Memorial Scholarship has the family and designated for a student preparing for pastoral been established in memory of the Rev. Jackson by his wife. The ministry in the Baptist General Conference (EPL081).

164 The Andrew Liliemark Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a The Clemmie and John Noble Memorial Scholarship for Interna- Scholarships student preparing for ministry (EPL082). tional Students provides an annual award to an international student committed to returning to his or her country following The Chester R. and Cecile E. Lindsey Memorial Scholarship is seminary studies (EPN098). awarded annually to a student preparing for ministry (EPL083). The Signie Johnson and Lorraine Norman Scholarship is given The Maynard L. Linngren Memorial Scholarship provides an to incoming Bethel Seminary students who show exceptional annual award to a student preparing for pastoral ministry ability and promise in ministry and who intend to prepare for (EPL084). pastoral ministry (EPJ072). The D. Wilbur and Pearl B. Magnuson Scholarship provides an an- The Gordon D. Nymann Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a nual award to a worthy and needy student (EPM091). married student more than 30 years of age who has a clear call The Edwin Magnuson Memorial Scholarship has been established to the ministry of administration (EPN099). by the family in memory of this faithful, active layman of Beth- The Edwin and Marie Omark Memorial Scholarship has been es- lehem Baptist Church of Minneapolis. The award is given to a tablished in memory of the Rev. Omark, the sixth dean of Bethel worthy student preparing for pastoral ministry in the Baptist Seminary, to assist BGC students showing promise in pastoral General Conference (EPM085). ministry and preaching (EPO101). The George and Esther Magnuson Memorial Scholarship has been The Reuben and Lillian Omark Memorial International Student established by the family in memory of their parents, who pa- Scholarship is given to an international student who demon- stored in the Baptist General Conference for four decades. The strates doctrinal orthodoxy and Christian maturity, and who award is given to a deserving conference student preparing for plans to return to his or her home country to a position of pastoral ministry or for world missions service (EPM088). leadership in the church. The recipient is chosen by the faculty The Linden O. Magnuson Memorial Scholarship in Pastoral Lead- upon recommendation of a Baptist General Conference mis- ership was established by his family in recognition of many years sionary or other Christian worker in the student’s home country of effective pastoral service, and is given annually to a male (EPO100). Baptist General Conference student who is preparing to be a The Oscar E. and Mary Ostling Memorial Scholarship is awarded senior pastor (EPM087). to a student of exceptional promise and ability (EPO102). The Norris and Beverly Magnuson Church History Scholarship The Philip and Ardell Palmquist Scholarship Fund is awarded to is awarded to an outstanding student who has done work in married students who need financial assistance (EPP103). church history, to encourage further study related to prayer, the devotional life, revivalism, and Christian social work (EPM092). The Rev. and Mrs. L.E. Petersen Scholarship fund has been estab- lished to assist qualified students in the seminary. The income The Gordon Martin and Ruth Martin Scholarship is awarded to a from the fund is awarded annually to a middler student whose second or third year Master of Divinity student who is prepar- work merits recognition (EPP107). ing for pastoral ministry in the American Baptist Denomination (EPM086). The F. Curtis and Margaret A. Peterson Scholarship in the amount of $1,500 is given to a seminary student on the basis of need The Samuel C. and Eva Gertrude McClure Memorial Scholarship in and potential to succeed in the pastoral ministry of the Baptist Jewish Evangelism is given by the family to a student who dem- General Conference (EPP104). onstrates excellence in historical or theological research on the topic. Should no suitable student meet these criteria, the award The Rev. John E. Peterson Memorial Scholarship is awarded to can be used to fund a lectureship on the same topic (EPM089). students determined by need and ministry promise (EPP105). The Garvin and Lynne McGettrick Pastoral Ministry Scholar- The Karl Y. and Esther H. Peterson Memorial Scholarship has been ship is awarded in memory of Garvin’s parents, Peter and Jessie established by Mrs. Esther Peterson in memory of her hus- McGettrick, to a student who gives evidence of vital faith in band and will be given annually to a student in financial need Christ and call to pastoral ministry (EPM090). (EPP106). The Berkeley Mickelsen Memorial Scholarship, given in memory The Ronald E. Pitkin Graduate Scholarship has been established of the parents of the late Dr. Berkeley Mickelsen, is awarded an- by an alumnus to assist students and/or full-time faculty mem- nually to a student who shows ability and skill in biblical theol- bers planning doctoral studies but whose funds are not adequate ogy (historical theology of the Old and New Testaments). The to pursue such a program. Potential recipients will submit a student receiving this scholarship will seek to make full use of written statement giving a brief description of their program, an- biblical theology in preaching and teaching (EPM093). ticipated completion of degree, financial need, and expectation of future service. Since this scholarship is available to both fac- The Nicholas Severin Miller Memorial Scholarship fund provides ulty members and students, the awarding of the grant will be in an annual sum that is given to a deserving senior who has taken the province of an ad hoc committee appointed by the provost. all his or her theological work at Bethel (EPM094). The Fred and Anita Prinzing Scholarship is established to assist The Mora Presbyterian Scholarship Fund has been established to a second career seminary student who is preparing for pastoral assist Presbyterian students seeking ordination in that denomi- ministry (EPT124). nation, with priority given to seniors who have financial need (EPM095). The Rev. John Propert Scholarship is awarded to incoming stu- dents of exceptional ability and promise in ministry (EPP108). The Judith Sandberg Mortensen Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a worthy student preparing for ministry (EPM096). The Rev. Milton D. Quiggle Scholarship is awarded to students whose country of origin is the Cameroon and who intend to The Hilmer and Ethel Nelson Scholarships are awarded to a return to minister in that country (EPQ110). student who demonstrates commitment to evangelism, and to a student who demonstrates commitment to church planting The Paula Rietz Memorial Missions Scholarship provides an an- (RPN116). nual award to a needy student preparing for missionary service (EPR111).

165 The Yvonne V. Rietz Memorial Missions Scholarship provides The Carl Ragnar and Julia E. Wall Memorial Scholarship estab- an annual award to a needy student preparing for missionary lished in memory of Mrs. C. R. Wall is awarded annually to a service with preference given to a student who has the most student preparing for ministry in the Baptist General Confer- children under the age of 18 (EPR112). ence who is conscientious in his or her studies and has financial need (EPW132). The H. J. Robertson Memorial Ministerial Scholarship provides an annual award to a student preparing for pastoral ministry The Maurice A. (Duff) Wessman Memorial Scholarship in Pastoral (EPR113). Ministry has been established by the family and friends of this

Scholarships alumnus who for 31 years served the Lord through the Baptist The Bernard A. and Winnie Rust Memorial Scholarship is awarded General Conference as a faithful pastor, a penitentiary chaplain, to a student preparing for ministry (EPR115). a spirited leader, a friend of the outcast, a conscientious citizen, The Scholarship in Cross-Cultural Ministry is awarded to worthy a man of God, and a dynamic witness for the Savior to those in recipients who have a strong interest in ministry in a cross-cul- all walks of life. The award is made to a middler student who tural setting upon graduation. If such students are not available, demonstrates similar traits for the gospel ministry (EPW130). it will be awarded to a worthy recipient who will be seeking The Vern A. Wessman Memorial Scholarship in Pastoral Ministry pastoral ministry (EPC008). has been established by the family and friends of this alumnus The Edna Schultz Scholarship in Urban Ministries is given to as- who served in meaningful pastoral ministries for 40 years in sist students preparing for ministry in an urban environment in various churches of the Baptist General Conference. The income North America or overseas (EPS139). from the fund is given to a student who is preparing for pastoral ministry and who has financial need (EPW133). The Augusta Seaholm Memorial Scholarship Fund has been established to assist seminary students to prepare for possible The Wilmot Road Baptist Church Scholarship provides annual overseas missionary service. Income from the fund is awarded awards to students preparing for ministry in the Baptist General annually (EPS116). Conference (EPW135). The Chaplain Lawrence L. and Mabel E. Selin Memorial Scholar- The Witham and Bear Family Scholarship is awarded to a female ship is given by Mr. and Mrs. John Blomgren and Mr. and Mrs. student interested in spiritual formation (EPW136). Jack Newell in memory of their parents to a student on the basis The Fred and Ellen Wolf Memorial Pastoral Scholarship is awarded of need and achievement (EPS117). to a student preparing for pastoral ministry (EPW137). The Christopher Silene Scholarship Fund is awarded to incoming The Woodridge Scholarship is awarded to members of Woodridge students of exceptional ability and promise (EPS118). Church, Long Lake, Minn., as they pursue seminary training at The Pastor Doug and June Stimers Scholarship is awarded to a Bethel Seminary (RPW126). promising Canadian student who wishes to pursue pastoral or missionary ministry in Canada. If no such student is available, this scholarship may be given to a student planning to be a rural Scholarships for students attending pastor or a church planting pastor (EPS141). Bethel Seminary San Diego: The E. June Stimers Scholarship is awarded to a female student The Najat Abdullah Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a who gives credible evidence of having the spiritual gift of hos- student who is from a Muslim country and who intends to pitality as in I Peter 4:7-11 and who intends to use this gift for use his/her education in ministry to Muslims or any student the enrichment of the ministry and reputation of the church in who intends to pursue ministry in a Muslim country or com- which she serves (EPS141). munity. The Sylvania Heights Baptist Church Scholarship provides an an- The Clifford V. and Alice M. Anderson Scholarship is awarded to a nual award to a Baptist student preparing for Christian ministry worthy student committed to Christian ministry (EDA002). (EPS121). The 2 Timothy 2:2 Scholarship is given by Kent and Lisa Askew The Emily A. VanAntwerp Memorial Scholarship in Preaching is in honor of Dr. Dennis A Beatty who served as pastor to college awarded annually to a student who shows ability in the develop- students at College Avenue Baptist Church in San Diego during ment of planned preaching (EPV127). the 1980’s. He inspired students to reach the world for Christ The Malcolm and Benetah VanAntwerp Scholarship for the Study of by personal outreach and spiritual multiplication. It is with this Dynamic Church Growth provides an annual award to a student spirit the scholarship is given to deserving M.Div. students who who has engaged in significant study of the characteristics and multiply their faith in Christ by equipping others in personal causes of dynamic church growth (EPV128). evangelism and discipleship (EDA030). The Malcolm and Benetah VanAntwerp “Spurgeon” Scholarship The Robert C. and Olive O. Bostrom Memorial Scholarship is in Preaching is awarded to a student demonstrating ability and awarded to a worthy student (EDB004). excellence in preaching combined with readings from Charles The Christian Leadership Grant is awarded to assist deserving Haddon Spurgeon. students who seek to bear witness to Christ in word and deed in The Malcolm VanAntwerp Exceptional Student Scholarship is daily life (EDC006). awarded to incoming students of exceptional ability and prom- The John and Verna Clay Scholarship Fund is awarded to students ise for ministry (EPV125). who intend to enter full-time Christian work (EDC005). The Jack and Hanna VanMark Rural Ministry Scholarship is The Arlene Coleman-John Dunkerken Scholarship Fund provides awarded to a student preparing for pastoral ministry in a rural annual awards to ethnic students (EDC007). or small town setting (EPV129). The Anna Forsman Anderson Frohm Memorial Scholarship The Dr. Donald J. Verseput Memorial Scholarship is awarded to is awarded to a student committed to Christian ministry Bethel Seminary international students or students of color with (EDF008). interest and ability in New Testament studies (EPV126).

166 The Lowell and Marceline Hendrickson Scholarship is awarded to MAC) Scholarship is awarded to an African-American student Scholarships a worthy and needy student who is pursuing a pastorate with a selected by Bethel in cooperation with UAAMAC (EDU021). BGC church or an appointment as a BGC missionary (EDH029). The Carol Vollmer Memorial Scholarship is awarded to students at The Robert and Beth Isensee San Diego Scholarship is awarded to the San Diego campus (EDV022). students planning to enter full-time Christian service (EDI009). The Walt and Annette Wessell Scholarship is awarded to a student The Alta and Gordon Johnson Scholarship in Expository Preaching who is preparing for Christian ministry and demonstrates high is awarded to a Baptist General Conference student showing achievement in New Testament studies (EPW023). promise of developing excellence in proclaiming the Scriptures The Erhard and Alma Westerberg Continuing Education Scholar- expositorily and relevantly, and who is planning to serve in a ship Fund provides assistance for pastors, missionaries, and local church or on the mission field under the Baptist General other church workers to continue their educations through Conference. This award is available on both the St. Paul and San Bethel Seminary San Diego (EDW134). Diego campuses (EDJ003). Fred and Lenore White Scholarship is awarded annually to a The Phil Knott Memorial Missions Scholarship has been estab- student who has a heart and vision for “one-on-one” evangelism lished in memory of Phil Knott, who faithfully and enthusiasti- and discipleship (EDW024). cally served his Lord in Turkmenistan from 1992 to 1997. It is awarded annually to a qualified student or students preparing The Ellen G. and Edward G. Wong Scholarship is awarded to a for service in missions (EDK011). student who is planning to become a congregational pastor who might not finish without financial encouragement (EDW028). The Frank and Ethel Miller Memorial Scholarship is provided to assist needy students in completing their final year of training The Ronald and Carolyn Youngblood Scholarship provides annual for the ministry (EDM012). awards to students at the San Diego campus (EDY026). The Edna N. Nilson Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a deserv- The Roger A. Youngquist Memorial Scholarship has been es- ing student preparing for Christian ministry (EDN013). tablished by the Harriet A. Youngquist family. The manage- ment of the fund is through the Southwest Baptist Conference The Jim and Doris Rehnberg Scholarship is awarded to students ­Foundation. The annual income from this fund is awarded to a who are preparing to more effectively counsel in areas of mar- student who demonstrates leadership qualities and has indicated riage and the family and who are pursuing a career in Christian a desire to dedicate his or her life to full-time Christian service counseling or in pastoral ministry with a counseling emphasis with the Baptist General Conference. Preference will be given (EDR014). to a student who is a member of a church in the Southwest The Runbeck Scholarship Fund provides an annual award to needy Baptist Conference District. At the discretion of the committee, Baptist General Conference students with first preference to the scholarship may be divided between two or more recipients students from the Central Baptist Church of Tacoma, Wash., (RDY127). and second preference to students from the Columbia District (EDR015). The Lucille E. Sewell Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a de- Scholarships for Doctor of Ministry Students: serving middler or senior student (EDS016). The Rev. and Mrs. S. Adolph Carlson Memorial Scholarship has The Kenneth and Grace Sinclair Memorial Scholarship is awarded been established from the estate of this couple who faithfully to an intern from College Avenue Baptist Church (EDS017). served Christ in Canada. It is awarded to Baptist pastors from Western Canada or the Western United States who are pursuing The August and Nellie Forsman Sjoberg Memorial Scholarship pro- the D.Min. degree (EPC030). vides an annual award to a worthy and needy student preparing for Christian ministry (EDS018). The Bengt and Alma M. Carlton Grant, which was established in the name of the Rev. Bengt Carlton and his wife Alma M. Carl- The Ed and Nita Stankey Perpetual Endowment Fund is to be ton, is given annually to assist D.Min. students. Consideration is awarded to a worthy student (EDS119). given to evidence of financial need, academic achievement, and The Carl Gustav Sten and the Gustave Clarion Sten Memorial personal qualifications (EPC031). Scholarship is awarded to an entering student who desires to The Town and Country Scholarship is awarded annually to doctor prepare for pastoral ministry, with preference given to a student of ministry students serving in town and country ministries, and with Swedish or Scandinavian ancestry (EDS019). may be used by such persons to support research in issues of The William H. Trowbridge Scholarship is awarded to worthy significance to town and country ministries (EPT124). students preparing for ministry (EDT020). The United African-American Ministries Action Council (UAA-

167 Index A Faculty 65 G InMinistry Greek/Children’s & Academic Advising 13, 92 Health Insurance 78 Generalist Area 56 Family Ministry 52 Academic Information and Placement 78 Global Evangelization and InMinistry Greek/Christian Policies 90 Publications 78 Contextual Ministry 55, 140 Thought 53 Academic Integrity 92 Student Services and Resources Grades 95 InMinistry Greek/Ministry Academic Load 93 78 Graduation Requirements 96 Leadership 53 Academic Policy 93 Supervised Ministry 73 Grants 103 InMinistry Greek Track 51 Academic Probation 93 Vision 64 Greek and Hebrew Language InMinistry Hebrew/Ministry Accreditation 11 Bethel University 59 Track 37 Leadership 54 Administration 10, 160 Biblical Communication Initiative Greek language track 37 InMinistry Hebrew Track 51 Admission Requirements 91 26 Greek Studies 91 InMinistry Master of Divinity Advanced Standing 93 Biblical Exposition 56 H Program 36 Affirmation of Faith 17 Board of Trustees 161 Harassment Policies 96 Language Tracks 37 Alliances and Partnerships 27 C Health Insurance 60 Marriage and Family Stud- Alumni 11 Calendar 4, 5, 6 Health Service 60 ies 35 Appeal Process 59, 93 Campus and Community Hebrew Language Track 37 Modular Format (SemPM) 34 Athletics 59 Resources 24 Historical Studies 56, 114 Ministry Leadership 56, 141 Attendance 94 Campus Store 59 History of the Seminary 10 Minnesota Consortium of Auditing 93 Center for Biblical and Honors 96 Theological Schools 62 B Theological Foundations 108 Housing 61 Missions and Evangelism 55, 140 Bethel Seminary of the East 79 Center for Spiritual and Personal I Multiculturalism at Bethel 14 Academic Policies 86 Formation 123 Independent Study 96 Music 61 Application Process 86 Center for Transformational InMinistry Master of Divinity N Certificate in Theological Stud- Leadership 135 26, 57 New Testament 56, 112 ies 84 Certificates 37 InMinistry Master of Divinity O Curriculum 83 Change in Degree Program 94 Program 26, 36 Old Testament 56, 109 Degree Programs 83 Change in Delivery System 94 Integrative Portfolio 98 P Certificate in Theological Chapel 13, 24 Interdisciplinary Courses 126, Pastoral Care 55, 126 Studies 84 Child Development Center 60 136 Pastoral Ministries 141 Master of Arts (Theological Children’s and Family Ministry International Students 97 Placement 61 Studies) 84 136 J Preaching 56 Master of Divinity 83 Children’s & Family Ministry 55 Jerusalem University College 12 Preaching and Communication Distinctive Characteristics 80 Christian Education 55, 137, 138 Junior Evaluation 13 144 Financial Aid 88 Christian Thought 56 L Pre-Seminary Studies 90 Financial Information 88 Classification of Students 94 Language Tracks 37 Provost’s Forum 61 History 80 Clinical Pastoral Education 12 Lectureships and Convocations Publications 61 Master of Divinity Community Ministry 137 27 R Spiritual Formation 84 Community Ministry Leadership Library 25, 66, 87 Refunds 100, 101 Mentoring Program 85 55 Lifetime Education Program 12 Registration 97 Placement 88 Computer Center 60 M S Student Information 86 Concentrations 36, 55 Marriage and Family Ministry 55 Scholarships 103, 162 Student Services 87 Cost of Education 99 Marriage and Family Studies 129 Seminary of the East 79 Teaching Centers 80, 81 Counseling 13, 60 Master of Arts (St. Paul) SemPM 26, 34, 57 Metropolitan Washington, Course Papers 94 Children’s and Family Minis- Special Students 92 D.C. Center 83 Courses 107 tries 33, 43 Spiritual Formation 124 New England 82 Courses for Spouses 94 Christian Education 29, 42 Spiritual Life 14 New York 82 Covenant for Life Together 15 Christian Education/Youth Statement of Faith 98 Philadelphia 82 Covenant Groups 124 Ministries 29, 42 Student Activities, Services, and Bethel Seminary San Diego 63 Curriculum 19 Christian Thought 30, 43 Resources 59 Appeal Process 78 D Christian Thought—InMinistry Student Life 124 Bookstore 78 Degree Programs 20 44 Student Residences 25 Computer Access 78 Departments of Study 20 Community Ministry Leader- Student Senate 62 Concentration 72 Description of Concentrations 55 ship 29, 44 Supervised Ministry 37, 73, 145 Degree Programs 67 Directory and Appendix 147 Global and Contextual Studies T Master of Arts in Applied Disability Services 60 31, 45 Theological Studies 26, 56, 117 Ministry 67, 74 Discipleship in Community 138 Marriage and Family Therapy “Three Centers” Philosophy 18 Master of Arts in Christian D.Min. Program 58 32, 46 Time Limits for Degrees 98 Education 68, 75 Doctor of Ministry Program 38, (Theological Studies) 34, 46 Town and Country Ministry 26 Master of Arts in Marital and 58 (Theological Studies) Marriage Transcripts 98 Family Therapy 69, 75 Doctor of Ministry (St. Paul) 38 and Family Studies Concen- Transfer of Credit 98 Master of Arts (Theological Church Leadership 39 tration 47 Tuition and Fees 99 Studies) 70, 76 Congregation and Family 40 (Theological Studies) Missions U Master of Divinity 71 Doctrinal Position 10 34, 47 Urban Studies 12 Applied Ministry Concen- E (Theological Studies)—SemPM V trations 72 Employment 60 34, 48 Veterans 98 Marriage and Family Stud- Enumeration of Courses 20 Transformational Leadership Vision 9, 22, 64 ies 73 Evaluation of Student Progress 13 33, 48 W Master of Divinity Language Examinations 94 Master of Divinity (St. Paul) 35 Withdrawal 98 Tracks 73 F Christian Thought 35 Women and Men 11 Greek and Hebrew Lan- Faculty 23 Greek/Hebrew Track 49 Women’s Organizations 62 guage Track 73, 76 Family Educational Rights and Greek Track 49 Worship Opportunities 13 Greek Language Track 77 Privacy Act 94 Greek Track (SemPM Comple- Y Hebrew Language Track Family Ministry 55 tion) 50 Youth Leadership, Inc. 27 77 Financial Aid 102 Hebrew Track 50 Youth Ministry 56 Disability Services 78 Food Service 60 InMinistry Greek and Hebrew Employment 78 Track 52

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