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7301 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19119 OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR René Diemer, Registrar 215-248-6305 Fax: 215-248-7315 e-mail: [email protected]

2014–2015 Course Schedule FALL SEMESTER

Assembled in the following order:  This title and contents page  Scheduling Terminology and Explanation of Course Codes  Fall Semester Summary; organized by course type  Fall Semester Schedule Grid  Fall Semester Course Descriptions and Times; organized by course number with first theological degree courses listed first, followed by those of the graduate school  Summary of Course Offerings Tentatively Planned to Date for Spring Semester 2014 (including January Term) and Summer Term 2014

NOTES: The Academic Year, for purposes of establishing full-time vs part-time status, consists of a Fall Semester and a Spring Semester. The Fall Semester includes an Intensive Week. The Spring Semester includes a January Term, which further consists of a number of shorter sessions. Both semesters may include additional short-term components (e.g., seven- week mini-terms), as needed. There is, additionally, a Summer Term, which is not normally factored into the rest of the Academic Year for purposes of full-time status but which is open for registration to any matriculated student or others desiring to study at the seminary. The Summer Term consists of a number of shorter sessions.

A "Split-rostered" Course is one that is scheduled to include two or more class meetings per week. Some core (required) courses in the MDiv and MAR programs are scheduled this way, with one or two plenary sessions and a small group session required weekly for completion. "Plenary" session. Each student registered attends all plenaries of a course. "Group." Each student is assigned to one discussion group meeting once weekly for the duration of the term. A student cannot normally pre-register for a group; groups are typically assigned at the first plenary session of each course, first preference to commuting, matriculated students.

An "Intensive" Course is one that is scheduled to meet consecutive full days (generally seven to eight hours per day) for a period of one week or half days for two weeks.

6/18/14; rev. 7/10/14; 7/16/14; 7/28/14, 8/13/14, 8/22/14; 8/25/14 (subject to change)

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COURSE OFFERINGS/SCHEDULES 2014–2015

EXPLANATION OF COURSE SCHEDULE CODES Each course identification code consists of a three-letter prefix, a three-digit numeral, and, in some cases, a one-letter suffix. The three-letter prefix indicates area (first character) and department (second and third characters), as follows:

BIBLE INTEGRATIVEHISTORY/SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY SPECIAL/UNDESIGNATED B BL Biblical Language I CE Christian Education H CH Church History S DM Doctor of Ministry B BS Biblical Studies I CS Church in Society H LG Non-Biblical Languages S GN General B BT Biblical Theology I FE Contextual Education H TH Systematic Theology S IS Independent Study B NT New Testament I HM Homiletics/Preaching S TM STM Degree B OT Old Testament I LM Liturgy and Music I PC Pastoral Care I PP Parish Practice I SP Spirituality/Formation I WR Liturgy/Worship The numbers in the course code generally define the level at which the course is offered, as follows: 100’s–300’s Foundational first theological-level courses, normally fulfilling degree requirements 400’s First-theological electives; which may sometimes have prerequisites 500’s Limited to first-theological seniors in final-year of study or to advanced-level students 600’s STM/DMin offerings 700’s DMin offerings; limited to DMin students 800’s STM/PhD offerings 900’s PhD offerings Some course identification codes may include a one-letter suffix. “G” indicates that the course is being taken for advanced-level credit (denotes an upgrade, if the course offering is aimed primarily at the first theological degree level, 500s and below). Other suffix codes denote courses specifically offered to fulfill the requirements of a particular first theological degree concentration/specialization, as follows: B = Black Church L = Latino Ministry C = Metro/Urban Ministry P = Public Leadership Following a course title or course description may appear one or more two-letter codes in brackets. These indicate particular additional first theological degree requirements that may be fulfilled by a course. EC = ecumenical requirement IF = interfaith requirement GL = global/cross-cultural requirement ME = mission/evangelism requirement Note that a single course may fulfill no more than two total requirements for a single student. That is, it is possible for a course to fulfill one core or option requirement AND one of the four “extra” requirement above, or a free elective course might fulfill two of the four “extra” requirements.

REQ "Core" or "Required" Course (terms used interchangeably). A course that fulfills a core requirement for all students in a first theological degree program (MDiv, MAR or MAPL). OPT “Option” Course. One of a set of courses that meet a first theological degree requirement. ELECT "Elective" Course. One of many courses that may be chosen to fill out the minimum units required for a first theological degree. Electives may sometimes fulfill additional non-credit degree requirements (e.g., the global/cross-cultural, ecumenical, interfaith, or mission/evangelism requirement), as designated in the course description. They may also be applicable toward particular concentrations or specializations (metro/urban, Latino, diaconal, etc.). GRAD "Graduate School" Course. Courses offered at the post-MDiv level (STM, DMin). Requires the student to have earned a first theological degree, normally the MDiv or the equivalent. Subject to space availability, a limited number of final-year first-theological students may be permitted to enroll. PHD A PhD offering, open only to students in a PhD or ThD program. Courses at the 800 level may additionally be taken by advanced-level STM students. Fall Semester 2014–15 Course Offerings Summary * = Course scheduled during evening or weekend time periods ** = Course offered online Letters in brackets following course title indicate that course can fulfill one additional MDiv requirement: EC=ecumenical, GL=global, IF=interfaith, and ME=mission/evangelism. Units Course Required of All Entering 1st-Theol Degree Students * SGN100 1.00 Introduction to Public Theology Pahl Units Courses Fulfilling 1st-Theol Degree Bible Requirements BBL100 1.00 Biblical Languages and Software Exegesis Moroney BBL110/111, Sec 01 1.00 Intro to Biblical Hebrew (BBL110=pass/fail; BBL111=graded) TBA * BBL110/111, Sec 02 1.00 Intro to Biblical Hebrew (BBL110=pass/fail; BBL111=graded) Pollard BBL120/121 1.00 Intro to Greek (BBL120=pass/fail; BBL121=graded) deForest BNT110 1.00 Gospels and Acts Heen BOT110, Sec 01 1.00 Genesis–Esther Jesurathnam * BOT110, Sec 02 1.00 Genesis–Esther Robinson Units Courses Fulfilling 1st-Theol Degree History Requirements HCH171 1.00 The Lord’s Supper and the Church as Communion [EC] Sebastian * HCH212 1.00 Dying for God Sebastian HCH339 1.00 Luther, the Jews and the Turk [IF] Grafton Units Courses Fulfilling 1st-Theol Degree Theology Requirements HTH104 1.00 The Trinity and Christian Life Hoffmeyer ** HTH109L 1.00 La teología de cada día (online) Rivera HTH202 1.00 Contemporary Lutheran Theology Hoffmeyer HTH252 1.00 Mission of the Church Today [ME] Rajashekar * HTH320 1.00 Introduction to Christian Ethics Woodard-Lehman HTH372 1.00 Christian Encounter with Other Faiths [IF] Rajashekar Units Courses Fulfilling 1st-Theol Degree Integrative Requirements ICE100, Sec 01 1.00 Congregational Formation and Education for a Changing Church Leonard * ICE100, Sec 02 1.00 Congregational Formation and Education for a Changing Church Leonard * ICS401P 1.00 Ethics of Public Leadership (MAPL) Day * IFE100/200 Non-creditField Education, 1st Semester (IFE100=1st Yr; IFE200=2nd Yr) Leonard * IFE110/210 0.25 Field Education, 1st Semester (Old Curriculum only; IFE110=1stYr) Leonard IFE190P/290P/390P 1.00 Public Leadership Case-Based Field Work (MAPL) Pahl IHM100 1.00 Preaching in the 21st-Century Wiseman IPP200 1.00 Missional Leadership Today [ME] Rajashekar/Shields/Bennethum IPP500 0.50 The Pastor as Theologian Grafton * IWR150B 1.00 21st Century Worship in the African American Tradition Croft Units Senior Seminars in Public Theology ** HCH510 1.00 Book of Faith: Print, Politics, Public Event (online) Krueger Units 1st-Theological Free Electives * BNT440 1.00 Gospel of John Heen * BOT491 0.50 Jewish-Christian Encounter through Text Study [IF] Robinson/Heller HLG420 0.50 Theological German (Beginners) Krueger * ILM110/210 0.50 Liturgical Ensemble (ILM110=1st Yr; ILM210=2nd Yr) Krentz * ILM120/220 0.50 Liturgical Music Leadership (ILM120=1st Yr; ILM220=2nd Yr) Krentz * ILM130/230 0.50 Practicum in Music Ministry (ILM130=1st Yr; ILM230=2nd Yr) Krentz * ILM400 1.00 Introduction to Music in the Church Krentz IPC402 1.00 Relationships, Marriage, Family, and Congregation Swain IPC450 1.00 Theology and Practice of Disaster Spiritual Care Swain IWR412 1.00 Life Passages: Liturgy and Preaching [EC, ME] Krentz/Wiseman * IWR422 1.00 The Books of Common Prayer: History, Theology and Practice Moroney SGN403 1.00 Denominational Polity: African Methodist Episcopal (10/13–10/17) Sturdivant SGN501 1.00 Interseminary Seminar (invitation only) [EC] Robinson SIS300/301 0.50-1.00Independent Study (SIS300=full unit; SIS301=half unit) By contract SIS500/501 1.00 MAR Thesis Preparation 1/2 Pahl et al. Units STM/DMin Courses ** HCH630G 1.00 Book of Faith: Print, Politics, Public Event (online) Krueger HTH655G 1.00 Black Church &Theological Traditions in Amer Democracy (10/13–10/17) Ware ** IPP655G 1.00 Spiritual Leadership for Mission Communities (online) Daubert SGN680G 1.00 Postmodern Culture and Emerging Trends in the Church (10/13–10/17) Wiseman SIS700/800G 1.00 Independent Study (DMin/STM) By contract Units STM/PhD Courses BBT850G 1.00 Theology of the Cross: New Testament and Beyond Heen HTH990G 1.00 Theologies of Liberation (PhD students only) Rivera ICS820G 1.00 Religion and Social Change Day MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 8:00 Preac Theol 8:00 hing ogy 8:15 8:15 8:30 8:30 8:45 Lu Re 8:45 9:00 th lat Religi 9:00 er, io Int Missio on Co-op Cohort Meetings 9:15 th ns ro n of and 9:15 9:30 e hi to the Social Advisor-Advisee Lord’s 9:30 Je ps Churc Chan 9:45 Gr Meetings SuppeMissio Congreg 9:45 w , h ge Preac r & nal 10:00 ee ational 10:00 s M k Today (STM/ Seminary Choir hing Churc Leade PhD 10:15 an ar Theol PhD) in the h as rship Teaching Formatio 10:15 10:30 d ria ogical 21st CommToday Public n and 10:30 10:45 th ge Germ Centu union Theology Educatio 10:45 e , an ry 11:00 Seminar n 11:00 Tu Fa Plenar (selected 11:15 rk mi FACULTY/ y Fridays) 11:15 11:30 [IF ly, STUDENT CHAPEL 11:30 ] C BODY/ 11:45 (EUCHARIST) 11:45 12:00 12:00 CHAPEL CHAPEL 12:15 12:15 12:30 12:30 12:45 12:45 1:00 1:00 1:15 1:15 1:30 1:30 1:45 1:45 2:00 B T C 2:00 2:15 i ri o Disa 2:15 b n n ster 2:30 Prea it g Prea 2:30 chin The Spirit chin 2:45 olog l y r ual 2:45 g L Cont a e g 3:00 Secti ies Christi Care Secti 3:00 of a emp Past n g (+ 3:15 on C Bibli an on B 3:15 Libe n oraryor as d a field 3:30 cal Gosp GenesEncou Life 3:30 ratio g Luth Theo els- is- nters Passa t ti trip) Hebr h o 3:45 n u eran logia Acts Esther wth ges 3:45 (PhD ew? e n 4:00 a Theo n Other Intersemi 4:00 ) Faiths C a 4:15 g logy h l nary 4:15 4:30 e ri F Seminar OTHER COURSES 4:30 4:45 & s o (selected 4:45 ti r Fridays) 5:00 S Distance Education 5:00 By La teologiast st de cada 5:15 MissionBook dia (1( STM/DMin) (1of-theo FaithCommunities Theo sr )sem) 5:15 5:30 5:30 5:45 5:45 6:00 6:00 6:15 CHAPEL 6:15 6:30 6:30 6:45 Int 6:45 ro 7:00 21 7:00 7:15 st- 7:15 7:30 Ce 7:30 nt 7:45 Intro Introd 7:45 ur Book Ethics 8:00 Jewish- to uction 8:00 Music in y of Dying and 8:15 Genesis Gospel Com Christia Biblic to 8:15 the W n for Public -Esther of John mon al Christi 8:30 Church or Encount God Leade 8:30 Praye Hebre an 8:45 shi r er [IF] rship 8:45 9:00 p w Ethics 9:00 9:15 in 9:15 9:30 Afr 9:30 9:45 ica 9:45 10:00 n 10:00

Key to Course Types

MDiv/MAR core courses Senior MDiv/MAR/MAPL students only

Small-group times of MDiv/MAR core courses and core MAPL and Public Leadership concentration courses options MDiv/MAR options (most full-unit courses may be upgraded for Black-Church concentration courses STM/DMin-level credit) MDiv/MAR/MAPL-level free electives (most full-unit courses STM/PhD or PhD-level courses may be upgraded for STM/DMin-level credit) Schedule of Classes for Fall Semester August 25–December 20, 2014 Arranged by Course Number First Theological Degree Courses (MDiv, MAR, MAPL, Certificate)

OPT BBL100 Biblical Languages and Software Exegesis 1.00 unit An introduction to biblical studies software (Accordance and/or BibleWorks) to perform software-supported exegesis of biblical texts from their original languages for preaching, teaching, and personal study. Students will learn the Hebrew and Greek alphabets, be exposed to an overview of the grammatical structure of each language, emphasizing verb systems, and perform rudimentary word and translation studies using the software. Students will need to have the required software for the first day of class. Old Curriculum: Free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv and MAR Biblical specialization Biblical language option or free elective. Tuesdays, 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Brossman 301 The Rev. Dr. Kevin J. Moroney, [email protected]

OPT BBL110 Introduction to Biblical Hebrew (pass/fail)* 1.00 unit OPT BBL111 Introduction to Biblical Hebrew (graded)* 1.00 unit A basic introduction to biblical Hebrew for translation and exegesis for preaching, teaching, and personal study, with particular attention to grammatical forms, syntax, and basic vocabulary. Students will be introduced to digital resources that facilitate the use of Biblical Hebrew. Not open for audit study. Old Curriculum: MDiv and MAR Biblical specialization Hebrew requirement or free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv and MAR Biblical specialization Biblical language option or free elective. Section 01 Tuesdays, 2:15 pm–5:15 pm Brossman 201 To be determined Section 02 Thursdays, 7:00 pm–10:00 pm Brossman 201 The Rev. Dr. James Pollard, [email protected]

OPT BBL120 Introduction to Greek (pass/fail)* 1.00 unit OPT BBL121 Introduction to Greek (graded)* A basic introduction to Koine Greek morphology and syntax that facilitates the exegesis of Greek biblical texts. The elements of Greek covered are the alphabet and pronunciation; the noun system (first, second, and third declensions); the thematic and athematic verbal systems (including indicative and nonindicative moods); participles; and infinitives. The student is expected to internalize core vocabulary and nominal and verbal paradigms. The course integrates exercises in Bible software applications. Not open for audit study. Old Curriculum: MDiv and MAR Biblical specialization Greek requirement or free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv and MAR Biblical specialization Biblical language option or free elective. Tuesdays, 8:15 am–11:15 am Brossman 301 Ms. Allison deForest, [email protected]

*NOTE: All above Greek and Hebrew courses may be taken either for a grade or on a pass/fail basis, both forms equally acceptable for MAR and MDiv programs. The course number selected makes the distinction. The capacity to change from one to the other expires with the late registration (drop/add) deadline; i.e., no switching after the first week of the semester.)

REQ BNT110 Gospels and Acts 1.00 unit An introduction to the narrative genres (Gospel/Acts) of the New Testament through a critical investigation of Mark, Matthew, Luke, the Johannine literature (John/1, 2, 3 John), and the Acts of the Apostles. Methodological foci include the study of pertinent historical material on second-temple Judaism in its Greco-Roman context, the historical Jesus, and the development of Christian canon; source, form, redaction, social-scientific, ideological, and (particularly) narrative criticism. Hermeneutical foci include the “theological interpretation of Scripture” and 21st century reader-response interpretations. Old Curriculum: MDiv and MAR New Testament 1 requirement. New Curriculum: MDiv Bible requirement or MAR Bible option. Wednesdays, 2:15 pm–5:15 pm. Brossman 301 The preferred format for this class is a two-hour plenary and an one-hour section. Depending on size of class, the instructor reserves the right to schedule discussion sections outside of this 3-hour block. Dr. Erik Heen, [email protected]

ELECT BNT440 The Gospel of John 1.00 unit An introduction to the Fourth Gospel in terms of its historical origin, literary nature, and theological teaching. Enrollment limited to 12 students. Old Curriculum: MDiv Biblical option or free elective. New Curriculum: Free elective. Mondays, 7:00 pm–10:00 pm Brossman 204 Dr. Erik Heen, [email protected] Fall Semester 2014–15, p. 2 1st-Theological Courses

REQ BOT110 Genesis–Esther An introduction to the narratives of the Old Testament stretching from creation to life in the aftermath of exile. Fundamental methods for interpreting these passages in their historical and literary contexts will be introduced. The narrative structure of the account will be carefully observed as well as central theological themes and interests. The class is organized around lectures with ample opportunity to discuss and apply the biblical witness personally, in the life of the church, and in dialogue in the public sphere. Old Curriculum: MDiv and MAR Old Testament 1 requirement. New Curriculum: MDiv Bible requirement or MAR Bible option. Section 01 Wednesdays, 2:15 pm–5:15 pm Brossman 201 The Rev. Dr. K. Jesurathnam, [email protected] Section 02 Mondays, 7:00 pm–10:00 pm Brossman 201 The Rev. Dr. Robert Robinson, [email protected]

OPT BOT491 Jewish-Christian Encounter Through Text Study [IF] 0.50 unit A beloved method of traditional Jewish learning, hevrutah is a relationship built around text study. Hevrutah partners work out loud, sharing the Biblical text with one another, engaging over its interpretations and implications. Encountering the religious "other," particularly as a living dialogue partner and peer, is a significant component of developing a personal theology. The course offers the opportunity to discover insight and beauty within another’s faith tradition, and to clarify and strengthen one's own beliefs through understanding them contextually. Offered jointly with Reconstructionist Rabbinical College; enrollment limited to approximately 8–10 LTSP students, depending upon enrollment by RRC students, with whom LTSP students will be matched. All students registering will be wait- listed, pending final registration lists for both schools. Old Curriculum: MDiv interfaith requirement, MAR global/ecumenical/interfaith requirement, or free elective. New Curriculum: Free elective (half unit) [IF] Selected Wednesdays, 7:00–10:00 pm; Brossman 204 Dates, times and locations to be determined; consult Dr. Robinson. The Rev. Dr. Robert Robinson, [email protected] Rabbi Melissa Heller, [email protected]

OPT HCH171 The Lord’s Supper and the Church as Communion [EC] 1.00 unit The objective of this course is to facilitate and promote reflection on the communion meal, also known as the Eucharist and the Lord’s Supper, within the wider context of the Biblical understanding of the church as communion, with a view to developing an informed and integrated understanding of eucharistic issues and themes which emerge from the worldwide church and from the practical life-realities of the churches in our own contexts today. The course will examine the biblical foundations, practices in the early church, the variety of understandings during the reformation, the quest for unity and fellowship brought about through the ecumenical movement, and the challenges for the understanding of the church as communion today. Old Curriculum: MDiv History of Christianity requirement, MDiv ecumenical requirement, MAR global/ecumenical/interfaith requirement, or free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv Church History 1 (Heritage of the Faith) option, MAR Church History option, or free elective. [EC] Thursdays, 8:45 am–11:45 am Brossman 204 The Rev. Dr. Jayakiran Sebastian, [email protected]

OPT HCH212 Dying for God 1.00 unit Why were some Christians in the early church persecuted and killed? Why were some Christians willing to die for God? How did the remembrance of martyrdom and the transmission of the stories of the martyrs shape the Christian imagination? This course will look at narratives regarding anger and rage that Christians had to face as recorded in the new testament and early Christian literature; analyze and discuss various “acts” of Christian martyrs; and explore the legacy of martyrdom and memory in relation to events that occur in various parts of the world today and in the recent past, where Christians are killed for being witnesses and testifying to their faith. Old Curriculum: Free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv Church History 2 (Investigating the Christian Tradition) option, MAR Church History option, or free elective. Thursdays, 7:00 pm–10:00 pm Brossman 204 The Rev. Dr. Jayakiran Sebastian, [email protected] Fall Semester 2014–15, p. 3 1st-Theological Courses

OPT HCH339 Luther, the Jews, and the Turk [IF] 1.00 unit This course will examine Martin Luther’s writings and views on the Jews and the Turk within the sixteenth century, in light of previous European anti-Semitic and imperial perspectives. Attention will be given to how Lutherans have responded to Luther’s writings for use in contemporary Lutheran-Jewish and Lutheran-Muslim relations. [IF] Old Curriculum: MDiv interfaith option, MAR global/ecumenical/interfaith option, or free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv Church History 3 (Interreligious Contexts) option, MAR Church History option, or free elective. [IF] Mondays, 8:45 am–11:45 am Brossman 209 The Rev. Dr. David Grafton, [email protected]

OPT HCH510 Book of Faith: Print, Politics, Public Event (senior seminar in public theology) 1.00 unit A study of the complex and turbulent printing history of the Bible from the invention of moveable type (1453) to the present. Topics covered include the sociology of reading, book production, editorship, page and book format, paratexts, illustrations, censorship, distribution and impact of the editions on the public sphere at the time of publication. The course will utilize the rich holdings of the Rare Book Room of the Krauth Memorial Library in a digital format. Enrollment limited to 12 graduating seniors. Both Curricula: Senior Seminar in Public Theology requirement. Asynchronous on-line course. Requires computer competency and ability to work through the LTSP Moodle site. The Rev. Dr. Karl Krueger, [email protected]

ELECT HLG420 Theological German (Beginners) 0.50 unit An introduction to the language with an emphasis on pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar that is essential to reading German theological texts. The course assists in preparation for language requirements of academic degrees. No prior knowledge of German is required. Both Curricula: Free elective. Mondays, 9:45 am–11:45 am Brossman 319 The Rev. Dr. Karl Krueger, [email protected]

OPT HTH104 The Trinity and Christian Life or Why Trinitarian Theology Is Not about Some Obscure Doctrine that Christians Are Supposed to Believe, but Instead Traces the Implicit Structures Orienting the Most Everyday Aspects of Christian Life in Word and Deed 1.00 unit The course aims at helping students explore and articulate the fundamental realism of the Christian message without dependence on theological jargon. Old Curriculum: MDiv and MAR Thinking about God requirement. New Curriculum: MDiv Theology 1 (Confessing the Faith) requirement, MAR theology option, or free elective. Thursdays, 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Brossman 301 or Hagan Amphitheater The Rev. Dr. John Hoffmeyer, [email protected]

OPT HTH109L La teología de cada día 1.00 unit El estudio de la teología cristiana no se reduce al salón de clases o al estudio privado, sino que es además una conversación comunitaria y un compromiso con la vida de todos los días. En este curso daremos atención a la definición, herramientas y práctica del análisis teológico de la experiencia humana de Dios, el mundo y otras personas. Veremos el quehacer teológico como ocupación primaria de la iglesia y la misión cristiana. Old Curriculum: MDiv and MAR Thinking about God requirement, or free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv Theology 1 (Confessing the Faith) requirement, MAR theology option, or free elective. Asynchronous on-line course. Requires computer competency and ability to work through the LTSP Moodle site. The Rev. Dr. Nelson Rivera, [email protected]

OPT HTH202 Contemporary Lutheran Theology 1.00 unit Exploration of a variety of contemporary Lutheran approaches to theology. The primary purpose of the course is to help students find their own ways of using resources of Lutheran thought for engaging in their own contemporary theological practice. Old Curriculum: Free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv Theology 2 requirement (Thinking the Faith for Renewing the Church), MAR theology option, or free elective. Tuesdays, 2:15 pm–5:15 pm Brossman 204 The Rev. Dr. John Hoffmeyer, [email protected] Fall Semester 2014–15, p. 4 1st-Theological Courses

OPT HTH252 Mission of the Church Today [ME] 1.00 unit An examination of the theology of Christian mission in the context of pluralistic societies. The course will review paradigms in Christian missionary engagement in history and explore contemporary issues of pluralism, ecology and socio-political engagement. [ME] Old Curriculum: Free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv Theology 2 requirement (Thinking the Faith for Renewing the Church), MAR theology option, or free elective. [ME] Tuesdays, 8:15 am–11:15 am Brossman 204 The Rev. Dr. Paul Rajashekar, [email protected]

OPT HTH320 Introduction to Christian Ethics 1.00 unit “Ethics” regards the description and evaluation of human action. It asks what was, or should be, done. It asks whether it was, or would be, right or wrong. “Christian ethics” regards the description and evaluation of human action based on biblical and theological criteria. Christian ethics is moral theology. It regards faith and obedience—the life of discipleship. It inquires into our participation in Christ and the Church, our personal and communal imitation of Christ in Church and world, and our proclamation of Christ’s Kingdom in word and deed. This course undertakes this inquiry through a survey of canonical and critical texts in the moral traditions of Christianity, with particular attention to Augustinian and Lutheran Christianity. It reflects on these texts as a living record of those things that Christians have said and done in response to the Word of God, and in responsibility to God and neighbor. Doing so, it connects text and context, action and reflection, Church and world. And it seeks to discern those norms, virtues, and practices that sustain the life of discipleship and the witness of the Church. Old Curriculum: MDiv ethics requirement, or free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv Theology 3 (Engaging the Faith in the World) option, MAR theology option, or free elective. Thursdays, 7:00 pm–10:00 pm Brossman 209 Dr. Derek Woodard-Lehman, [email protected]

OPT HTH372 Christian Encounter with Other Faiths [IF] 1.00 unit An examination of contemporary challenges in relating the Christian faith with people of other religions. Biblical perspectives on other faiths, the nature and scope of inter-religious dialogue, and selected theological issues in Christian engagement with other faiths will receive attention. The implications of religious pluralism for pastoral ministry and Christian mission are also explored. [IF] Old Curriculum: MDiv interfaith requirement, MAR global/ecumenical/interfaith requirement or free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv Theology 3 (Engaging the Faith in the World) option, MAR theology option, or free elective. [IF] Wednesdays, 2:15 pm–5:15 pm Brossman 209 The Rev. Dr. Paul Rajashekar, [email protected]

OPT ICE100 Congregational Formation and Education for a Changing Church 1.00 unit Students will demonstrate basic knowledge of the philosophy and history of Christian education, demonstrate ability to analyze, use and describe educational resources in their perspective ministries, and be able to develop pedagogical skills in teaching children, youth and adults in the Christian faith from their various denominations. Students will acquire a knowledge of their current denominational curriculum surrounding Sunday school, first communion, confirmation, baptism, adult catechumenate, and age-appropriate Bible study. Students will also demonstrate an ability to use media, technology and the arts in the delivery of Christian education. The field education placement will be crucial to achieving these goals. Old Curriculum: MDiv Christian Education requirement, or free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv Congregational Formation/Education requirement, MAR integrative option, or free elective. Section 01 Thursdays, 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Brossman 209 The Rev. Dr. Charles Leonard, [email protected] Section 02 Selected Saturdays, dates to be determined, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, plus additional online work Brossman 201 The Rev. Dr. Charles Leonard, [email protected]

MAPL ICS401P Ethics and Public Leadership 1.00 unit What are the crucial ethical and moral problems facing those who want to lead societies? How does one develop—and practice—integrity within complex organizations? Through a study of sociological and theological sources and selected crucial contemporary issues (race, gender, sexual orientation, violence), this course will acquaint students with foundational resources for ethical public leadership. Both Curricula: MAPL core requirement or free elective. Thursdays, 7:00 pm–10:00 pm Brossman 304 The Rev. Dr. Katie Day, [email protected] Fall Semester 2014–15, p. 5 1st-Theological Courses

REQ IFE___ Field Education—NEW CURRICULUM STUDENTS Non-Credit Supervised experience in a congregation or institution, focusing on participation in worship leadership, preaching, pastoral care, youth ministry, parish education, congregational decision-making, and social ministry. Weekly theological reflection with the supervising pastor is required. Site assignment is made by contract with the Contextual Education Office and requires Faculty approval. Submission of approved learning covenant required prior to beginning the course. Required for all MDiv students (minimum of four semesters) and ministry-track MAR students (minimum of two semesters). Administrative fee of $250 will be charged each semester. IFE100 Field Education 1a, First Year, First Semester. IFE101 Field Education 1b, First Year, Second Semester. IFE200 Field Education 2a, Second Year, First Semester. IFE201 Field Education 2b, Second Year, Second Semester. By contract with the Director The Rev. Dr. Charles Leonard, [email protected]

REQ IFE___ Field Education—OLD CURRICULUM STUDENTS ONLY 0.25 unit Supervised experience in a congregation or institution, focusing on participation in worship leadership, preaching, pastoral care, youth ministry, parish education, congregational decision-making, and social ministry. Weekly theological reflection with the supervising pastor is required. Site assignment is made by contract with the Contextual Education Office and requires Faculty approval. Submission of approved learning covenant required prior to beginning the course. Open only to MDiv and MAR students of the old curriculum. IFE110 Field Education 1a, First Year, First Semester. IFE111 Field Education 1b, First Year, Second Semester. IFE210 Field Education 2a, Second Year, First Semester. IFE211 Field Education 2b, Second Year, Second Semester. By contract with the Director The Rev. Dr. Charles Leonard, [email protected]

OPT IFE150 Field Education Equivalency Non-Credit Waiver of field education requirements may be issued to MDiv students who have served full-time in parish ministry for at least three to five years. Requires that the student submit to the Contextual Education Office documentation of his/her ministry experience by no later than one week prior to the beginning of a semester in which the students would otherwise register for field education. Equivalency may be granted for up to four semesters of field education at the discretion of the Director of Contextual Education. By petition to the Contextual Education Committee; contact Dr. Leonard. The Rev. Dr. Charles Leonard, [email protected]

REQ IFE___P Public Leadership Case-Based Field Work 1.00 unit Supervised field work according to a contract the student will develop with his/her site supervisor. Aim is to provide the student a context in which to integrate the tools from theological and business or social work studies in relationship to practical problems of leadership. Open only to MAPL students or students in the Public Leadership concentration or specialization. IFE190P Public Leadership Case-Based Field Work 1 IFE290P Public Leadership Case-Based Field Work 2 IFE390P Public Leadership Case-Based Field Work 3 By contract with the Director of MA Programs Dr. Jon Pahl, [email protected]

OPT IHM100 Preaching in the 21st Century 1.00 unit An introduction to the theology, method, and practice of the oral communication of the gospel. Preaching and evaluation in small groups. Old Curriculum: MDiv Homiletics option, MAR integrative (ministry option), or free elective New Curriculum: MDiv Preaching option, MAR Integrative option, or free elective. All Students attend Plenary: Thursdays, 9:45 am–11:45 am Brossman 201 Group A Thursdays, 8:00 am–9:30 am Students will be assigned to Group B Thursdays, 2:00 pm–4:00 pm one small group by the instructor Group C Mondays, 2:00 pm–4:00 pm The Rev. Dr. Karyn Wiseman, [email protected] Fall Semester 2014–15, p. 6 1st-Theological Courses

ELECT ILM110 Liturgical Ensemble, First Year 0.50 unit ELECT ILM210 Liturgical Ensemble, Second Year Participation in a musical ensemble serving the Seminary's Chapel liturgies. The class includes a weekly evening rehearsal. Second year includes conducting instruction and opportunities with the Seminary’s ensembles. Course runs for the entire academic year. Open for credit only to MAR students in the Liturgy and Music specialization. Both curricula: Requirement of MAR students in the Liturgy and Music specialization. Meets in conjunction with seminary choir rehearsal Chapel Dr. Michael Krentz, [email protected]

ELECT ILM120 Liturgical Music Leadership, First Year 0.50 unit ELECT ILM220 Liturgical Music Leadership, Second Year Weekly 45-minute individual private lesson on the student's principal musical instrument or voice with attention toward leading congregational song and providing appropriate musical environment to the liturgy. Course runs for the entire academic year. Open for credit only to MAR students in the Liturgy and Music specialization. Both curricula: Requirement of MAR students in the Liturgy and Music specialization. By arrangement with instructor Dr. Michael Krentz, [email protected]

ELECT ILM130 Practicum in Music Ministry, First Year 0.50 unit ELECT ILM230 Practicum in Music Ministry, Second Year Supervised experience in congregations focusing on building clergy/musician relationships that lead toward careful planning of parish liturgies and fostering pastoral leadership of the musician in the life of the congregation. Placement may be in the congregation of the student's employ or call. Course runs for the entire academic year. Open only to MAR students of the Liturgy and Music specialization. Both curricula: Requirement of MAR students in the Liturgy and Music specialization. By contract with instructor Dr. Michael Krentz, [email protected]

ELECT ILM400 Introduction to Music in the Church 1.00 unit An initial study of Christian ritual music through the ages, with attention to the practice of ritual music today. Old Curriculum: Free elective. Requirement of MAR Liturgy and Music concentration. New Curriculum: MDiv free elective. MAR Integrative option. Requirement of MAR Liturgy and Music concentration. Mondays, 7:00 pm–10:00 pm Brossman 209 Dr. Michael Krentz, [email protected]

ELECT IPC402 Relationships, Marriage, Family, and Congregation 1.00 unit Pastoral care of persons and congregations in the context of intimate relationships, marriage, and family. Practical skills will include pastoral and congregational assessment, premarital preparation, relationship counsel, and crisis intervention with couples and families. Through up-to-date research, case studies, video clips, and personal reflection, students will gain an understanding of the developmental challenges, family systems, and group dynamics as they impact individuals, couples, families, and congregations, and articulate a theological framework for addressing issues of intimacy and family life. Old Curriculum: Free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv free elective. MAR Integrative option. Mondays, 8:45 am–11:45 am Brossman 204 The Rev. Dr. Storm Swain, [email protected]

ELECT IPC450 Theology and Practice of Disaster Spiritual Care 1.00 unit This course prepares religious leaders to provide spiritual and emotional care during deployment to disaster sites as well as within their own communities. The course covers a Trinitarian pastoral theology of disaster chaplaincy, grounded in a 9/11 case study, explores comprehensive response, including disaster operations, disaster spiritual care, disaster mental health, and self-care for caregivers. This curriculum is compliant with NIMS (National Incident Management Systems) and incorporates FEMA Incident Command System 100 training, complies with the National VOAD Points of Consensus for Disaster Spiritual Care, and includes NDIN (National Disaster Interfaith Network) training which upon ordination/credentialing may lead to deployment in a disaster as a chaplain or local spiritual care worker. Old Curriculum: Free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv free elective. MAR Integrative option. Thursdays, 2:00 pm–4:00 pm, plus a 1-day field trip to the 9/11 Memorial and Museums in New York (date to be determined with class participants) Brossman 204 The Rev. Dr. Storm Swain, [email protected] Fall Semester 2014–15, p. 7 1st-Theological Courses OPT IPP200 Missional Leadership Today [ME] 1.00 unit An examination of the skills and perspectives needed for leading God’s mission today. The following topics related to missional leadership will be explored: Biblical and theological foundations, spiritual practices, current issues and challenges, leading change, gifts related to church planting and renewal, vocation, stewardship, community organizing, engaging the context with ethnic specific and multicultural communities. Classes will include conversations with church planters and redevelopers. Site visits will include a study of the church building as missional witness and experiencing “church without walls.” [ME] Old Curriculum: MDiv parish practice requirement, MAR integrative (ministry option), or free elective. New Curriculum: MDiv church administration/leadership option, MAR integrative option, or free elective. [ME] Thursdays, 8:45 am–11:45 am Brossman 304 The Rev. Dr. J. Paul Rajashekar, [email protected], lead instructor The Rev. Jane O’Hara Shields and the Rev. D. Michael Bennethum, coordinators. Leading this class will be ELCA Region 7 Directors for Evangelical Mission, MIF (Mission Investment Fund) representatives, and others with expertise in mission and evangelism. For more information, contact Pastor Shields ([email protected]). ELECT IPP500 The Pastor as Theologian (for ELCA students returning from internship) 0.50 unit This course builds on the experiences arising out of internship and contextual education to assist in developing a “habitus” of ministerial theological reflection, and works toward developing a vision, identity and strategies for public ministry within the church. Old Curriculum: MDiv Pastor as Theologian requirement, or free elective. New Curriculum: Denominational requirement for all ELCA MDiv students who have completed internship as part of the degree program. Tuesdays, 2:15 pm–5:15 pm Brossman 209 The Rev. Dr. David Grafton, [email protected] OPT IWR150B 21st Century Worship in the African American Tradition 1.00 unit Explores the history of worship in the Black Church, from slave narratives to rural and town-and-country settings to the contemporary experience of urban America. The development of worship styles for congregations with deep history and the planning for worship services to address the needs of an unchurched society will be a part of this course. Both Curricula: MDiv Liturgy/Worship requirement, MAR Integrative option requirement, or free elective. Satisfies a requirement of the Black Church concentration/specialization. Tuesdays, 7:00 pm–10:00 pm Brossman 301 The Rev. Dr. Wayne Croft, [email protected] ELECT IWR412 Life Passages: Liturgy and Preaching [EC, ME] 1.00 unit In this class we will consider liturgies around funerals, weddings, healing services, reconciliation, quincenera, women's blood, adoption of children, etc., dealing with diversity around culture, gender, sex and inter-religious situations. Using theoretical readings, actual situations, examination of liturgies, creation of new liturgies, and preaching, the class will explore how and on what basis these liturgical events can be created, planned, conducted, and preached. Students will be expected to preach/lead a worship experience. [EC, ME] Pre-requisites: Liturgy/Worship (IWR1xx) and Preaching (IHM1xx). Old Curriculum: MDiv ecumenical or MAR global/ecumenical/interfaith option requirement or free elective. New Curriculum: Free elective. [EC, ME] Wednesdays, 2:15 pm–5:15 pm Brossman 204 Dr. Michael Krentz, [email protected] The Rev. Dr. Karyn Wiseman, [email protected]

ELECT IWR422 The Books of Common Prayer: History, Theology and Practice 1.00 unit A study of the development, evolution, theology and ceremonial uses of the various editions of The Book of Common Prayer, with particular emphasis on the English and American editions. This class is recommended for Episcopal students and those in full communion who may function in Episcopal settings. Both Curricula: Free elective. Tuesdays, 7:00 pm–10:00 pm Brossman 204 The Rev. Dr. Kevin J. Moroney, [email protected]

REQ SGN100 Introduction to Public Theology 1.00 unit An integrative introduction to seminary studies and life, focusing on how to "think theologically" in the present context of denominational and cultural diversity and religious pluralism. Sessions are designed to facilitate transition to theological education, to seminary community, and to provide exposure through the work of the LTSP faculty to various aspects of Christian public witness in today's world. Public Theology at LTSP is not only an academic approach but a way we live our lives together; therefore, the course includes both academic and community elements. Both curricula: Required to be completed by all MDiv, MAR, and MAPL students no later than the beginning of the second year of full-time study or prior to the 10th course unit of part-time study. Tuesdays, 6:30 pm–9:15 pm, plus three Saturday workshops TBA Brossman 201 Attendance at Chapel (6:00-6:30), including worship leadership in consultation with the chaplain and student leaders (sacristans) is strongly encouraged. Class will begin after Chapel, usually between 6:30 and 6:45 at the latest. Dr. Jon Pahl, [email protected] Fall Semester 2014–15, p. 8 1st-Theological Courses

ELECT SGN501 Interseminary Seminar [EC] 1.00 unit Selected topics for students in the final year are pursued along with students from other area seminaries. Final-year students by Faculty invitation only. Old Curriculum: MDiv ecumenical or MAR global/ecumenical/interfaith option requirement or free elective. New Curriculum: Free elective. [EC] Fridays, 4:00 pm–8:00 pm; various dates to be announced. Meets at participating seminaries. The Rev. Dr. Robert Robinson, [email protected]

ELECT SIS300 Independent Study. 1.00 unit Individually supervised study of special problems. May not be used to complete core degree requirements at the first- theological level. Limited to students who have completed a minimum of ten units for credit. Initial registration is at time of regular course registration, using Special Course Registration Form. This is to be followed by timely submission of a study proposal, accompanied by special Independent Study registration form. Coordinated by the Dean, Dr. Jayakiran Sebastian, [email protected]

ELECT SIS301 Independent Study. 0.50 unit Half-unit version of SIS300 above. Initial registration is at time of regular course registration, using Special Course Registration Form. This is to be followed by timely submission of a study proposal, accompanied by special Independent Study registration form. Coordinated by the Dean, Dr. Jayakiran Sebastian, [email protected]

OPT SIS500 MAR Thesis Preparation, Semester 1 1.00 unit Individually supervised research and writing of a thesis toward award of the MAR degree. The first semester is normally to be spent in preparing the thesis proposal, building a bibliography, outlining the thesis, conducting research. Student is responsible to find a primary advisor. Grade is a letter grade. Registration is at time of regular course registration, using Special Course Registration Form to indicate thesis supervisor and general nature of topic. Coordinated by the Director of MA Programs, Dr. Jon Pahl, [email protected]

OPT SIS501 MAR Thesis Preparation, Semester 2 1.00 unit Individually supervised research and writing of a thesis toward award of the MAR degree. The second semester is normally to be spent in writing the thesis, finding a second reader, and defending the thesis. Reader copies are to be completed no later than April 1 of the year of graduation. Final copies are to be submitted prior to graduation to Library for archiving according to strict guidelines found in the MAR thesis preparation manual. Grade is a letter grade. Initial registration is at time of regular course registration, using Special Course Registration Form. This is to be followed by timely submission of the thesis proposal, accompanied by special Independent Study registration form. Coordinated by the Director of MA Programs, Dr. Jon Pahl, [email protected]

OPT SIS510 MAR Senior Project 1.00 unit An MAR student in the Professional Ministry track is to complete a senior ministry project in his/her area of specialization. Registration is normally in the Fall, and student works on the project for the entire academic year. Student is responsible to find a primary advisor and prepare a project proposal. The student will then present the completed project to the advisor and a second faculty member. Grade is a letter grade. Registration is at time of regular course registration, using Special Course Registration Form to indicate project supervisor and general nature of topic. Coordinated by the Director of MA Programs, Dr. Jon Pahl, [email protected]

OPT SIS520 MAR Senior Comprehensive Examination 1.00 unit An MAR student in the Theological Studies track may, with the consent of his/her specialization advisor, sit for an oral or written comprehensive examination to ensure that the student is able to integrate the material covered in the courses in the area of specialization and is also capable of thoughtful theological reflection upon that material. The student is to take the initiative in arranging conferences with the advisor as necessary in preparation for the examination, for which the student will earn a letter grade. Registration is at time of regular course registration, using Special Course Registration Form. Coordinated by the Director of MA Programs, Dr. Jon Pahl, [email protected]

The course shown below is expected to be offered through Payne Theological Seminary but is open to LTSP students. ELECT SGN403 Denominational Polity: African Methodist Episcopal 1.00 unit A survey of the history and polity of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Satisfies the Denominational Polity requirement for all AME students. Old Curriculum: MDiv and MAR Denominational Polity requirement for AME students. New Curriculum: Free elective. Fulfills a denominational requirement for those AME students who need it. One week: Monday–Friday, October 13–17; 8:00 am–Noon and 2:00–6:00 pm Dr. Janet Jenkins Sturdivant, [email protected] For advance preparation and additional information, view the course prospectus at http://www.ltsp.edu/course- prospecti. Fall Semester 2014–15, p. 9 Advanced-Level (STM/DMin) STM/DMin Courses To be admitted to courses shown below, a student must already have earned a first theological (MDiv/MAR) degree. Senior- level MDiv students may be admitted on a space-available basis if they have a minimum GPA of 3.50, special need of the course, and instructor permission. First-theological students may not exceed 20 percent of the total enrollment in the course.

GRAD HCH630G Book of Faith: Print, Politics, Public Event (online) 1.00 unit A study of the complex and turbulent printing history of the Bible from the invention of moveable type (1453) to the present. Topics covered include the sociology of reading, book production, editorship, page and book format, paratexts, illustrations, censorship, distribution and impact of the editions on the public sphere at the time of publication. The course will utilize the rich holdings of the Rare Book Room of the Krauth Memorial Library in a digital format.. Asynchronous on-line course. Requires computer competency and ability to work through the LTSP Moodle site. The Rev. Dr. Karl Krueger, [email protected]

GRAD HTH655G Black Church and Theological Traditions in American Democracy (Oct 13–17) 1.00 unit A study of Black church and theological traditions on the nature of democracy, the meanings of freedom, equality, community, justice, representation and dissent within American public life. The course identifies the social gospel, millennialism, and beloved community as concepts that have contributed to the formation of these Black church and theological traditions about the role of Christians in the public arena. The overarching question that unifies the treatment of these concepts is: What does (or should) a vibrant, relevant religion (especially Black Christian faith) look like in the 21st Century, in the unique set of opportunities and challenges posed by the current state of democracy in the United States? One week: Monday–Friday, Oct. 13–17; see separate course prospectus for schedule and advance preparation. The Rev. Dr. Frederick Ware, [email protected]

GRAD IPP655G Spiritual Leadership for Mission Communities (online) 1.00 unit Research shows that, while fewer people are connected to religious life in the North America than ever before, the desire for spirituality remains high. Studies also repeatedly demonstrate that the church that renews organizationally without grounding its work spiritually is almost always doomed to fail. This course will look at leadership that is missionally assertive and spiritually rooted with specific attention to leadership practices in the church. Attention will be given to missional discernment; effective outreach with unchurched people; discerning God’s activity in a given context; vision and planning that is spiritually centered; missional preaching and teaching; and other key issues effective church leaders face in transforming the church for mission in the 21st century. Asynchronous on-line course. Requires computer competency and ability to work through the LTSP Moodle site. Dr. David Daubert, [email protected]

GRAD SDMProj DMin Project in Ministry Non-credit DMin candidates will select an issue or task related to their ministries for intensive independent study. In its final form, the project is a major piece of writing (a critical study or series of studies) coming out of systematic observation and actual operation of some issue in one’s own ministerial setting. Rubrics for the project may be found in the student’s DMin Manual. Registration should occur at the time the student begins to work on the project under his/her faculty advisor and takes place by submission of the DMin Project Registration Form, found in the DMin Manual. Fee of $800 will be assessed to student’s account upon registration.

GRAD SGN680G Postmodern Culture and Emerging Trends in the Church (Oct 13–17) 1.00 unit This course explores the relationships between postmodern culture and the emerging church movements as it relates to worship, preaching, leadership, evangelism, and ministry in the 21st century. Ways that our churches can learn from these topics will be examined. One week: Monday–Friday, Oct. 13–17; see separate course prospectus for schedule and advance preparation. The Rev. Dr. Karyn Wiseman, [email protected]

GRAD STMThes STM Thesis Non-credit The STM thesis is a major research paper through which the student demonstrates the ability to engage in significant scholarship. Guided by the student’s faculty advisor, it is to embody the results of original research and to substantiate a specific view. Rubrics for the thesis may be found in the student’s STM Manual. Registration should occur at the onset of the student’s work on the thesis and takes place by submission of the STM Thesis Registration Form, found in the STM Manual. Fee of $800 will be assessed to student’s account upon registration.

GRAD STMExam STM Oral Examination Non-credit The non-thesis-track STM student is to sit for an oral examination to ensure that the student is able to integrate the material covered in the courses in the area of concentration and is also capable of thoughtful theological reflection upon that material. The student is to take the initiative in arranging conferences with the advisor as necessary for preparation for the oral examination. Registration should occur in the term in which the student plans to take the exam and takes place by submission of the STM Oral Examination Registration Form, found in the STM Manual. Fee of $175 will be assessed to student’s account upon registration.

GRAD SIS_00G Independent Study. 1.00 unit Individually supervised study of special problems. Initial registration is at time of regular course registration, using Special Course Registration Form. This is to be followed by timely submission of a study proposal, accompanied by special Independent Study registration form. SIS700G DMin independent study SIS800G STM independent study Coordinated by the Director of Graduate Studies, Dr. David Grafton ([email protected]). Fall Semester 2014–15, p. 10 Advanced-Level (STM/PhD) PhD Courses (and advanced-level STM) To be admitted to courses shown below, a student must be in a PhD program, although STM students may be admitted if they have already completed at least four courses and have a GPA of at least 3.30. Other STM students may be admitted only with the permission of the Director of Graduate Studies.

PHD BBT850G Theology of the Cross: New Testament and Beyond 1.00 unit Luther’s contrast of a “theologian of the cross” with a “theologian of glory” gave impetus to a trajectory often referred to as a “theology of the cross”. The course explores the relationship of this tradition to Scripture by means of close readings of New Testament texts set in dialogue with Reformation and post-Reformation readings that have acknowledged the cross to be revelatory of God. The seminar will identify pastoral and hermeneutical resources for the contemporary church that emerge out of this study of both foundational (New Testament) and later articulations of “the theology of the cross”. Thursdays, 8:00 am–11:00 am Brossman 304 Dr. Erik Heen, [email protected]

PHD ICS820G Religion and Social Change 1.00 unit The role of religion within social movement theory. An analytical examination of various social movements will explore how faith functions either to facilitate or to inhibit social mobilization at all levels, from congregations to global communions. What then are the implications for our theological understanding of both Church and Spirit? Tuesdays, 8:15 am–11:15 am Brossman 304 The Rev. Dr. Katie Day, [email protected]

PhD Courses To be admitted to courses shown below, a student must be in a PhD or ThD program.

PHD HTH990G Theologies of Liberation 1.00 unit Theologies of liberation engage with, and respond to, the state of the poor and faithful in a global context. Since their insertion in the late 1960s, these theologies have continued a wealth of theoretical and practical reflection upon the primary need for orthopraxis over traditional orthodoxies, while responding to the many and dire challenges to the poor and marginal in a variety of geographical and socio-cultural contexts. Thus given the diversification of liberation epistemologies, this course attempts to address various theologies of liberation in their historical as well as present evolution. Mondays, 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Brossman 208 The Rev. Dr. Nelson Rivera, [email protected]

PHD ICE900G PhD Seminar in Teaching Public Theology Non-credit A required, pass-fail seminar meeting throughout the student’s two years of residency to help foster best practices of teaching. Registration not needed. Student’s completion of the seminar will be recorded by the Graduate Studies Office at the conclusion of the student’s second year of participation. Selected Fridays, 10:00 am–12:00 noon The Rev. Dr. David Grafton, [email protected], coordinator

PHD PHDDiss PhD Dissertation Non-credit The PhD dissertation is a book-length research paper through which the student makes an original contribution to the field of scholarship. Rubrics for the dissertation may be found in the student’s PhD Manual. Registration should occur after the student’s dissertation proposal has received final approval and takes place by submission of the PhD Dissertation Registration Form, found in the PhD Manual. Fee of $900 will be assessed to student’s account upon registration.

PHD SIS900G Independent Study. 1.00 unit Individually supervised study of special problems. Initial registration is at time of regular course registration, using regular course registration means. This is to be followed by timely submission of a study proposal, accompanied by special Independent Study registration form. Coordinated by the Director of Graduate Studies, Dr. David Grafton ([email protected]). Summary of Course Offerings Tentatively Planned for Following Terms in 2014–15

2014–2015 January Term Course Offerings Summary * Indicates course scheduled during evening or weekend time periods ** Indicates course offered via distance education. Letters in brackets following course title indicate that course can fulfill one additional MDiv requirement; EC=ecumenical, GL=global, IF=interfaith, and ME=mission/evangelism.

Units Courses Fulfilling 1st-Theological Core Degree Requirements HTH240 1.00Word, Spirit and Sacraments Rivera ICE150 0.50-1.00 Seminars in Christian Education (various dates into Spring Semester) Leonard et al. Units 1st-Theological Free Electives BNT452 1.00Gospel Parables (1/12–1/23) Borsch HCH475 1.00Mission and the Empowerment of the Marginalized [GL, ME] Sebastian ICS520C 1.00Issues In Urban Ministry (seniors only) Day IWR410 1.00The Church Year: Time and Worship (1/12–1/16) Oldenburg SGN450 0.50–1.00 Travel Seminar: El Salvador [GL, EC] (trip dates: 1/13–1/22) Hoffmeyer SGN454 1.00Johns Island Service Travel Seminar [GL} Robinson Units Advanced Level/Graduate School IPC601G 1.00Death and Dying (1/12–1/16) Gelo ISP610G 1.00 Spirituality, Prayer, Social Engagement: Texts, Contexts, Critical Reflection (1/5–1/9) Flanagan SDM710G 1.00 DMin Collegial Seminar (1/20–1/23) Grafton

2014–2015 Summer Term Course Offerings Summary * Indicates course scheduled during evening or weekend time periods ** Indicates course offered via distance education. Letters in brackets following course title indicate that course can fulfill one additional MDiv requirement; EC=ecumenical, GL=global, IF=interfaith, and ME=mission/evangelism.

Units Courses Fulfilling 1st-Theol Core Degree Requirements IFE190/290/390 1.00Public Leadership Case-Based Field Work (MAPL; by contract) Pahl Units Senior Seminars in Public Theology Units 1st-Theological Free Electives IWR460 1.00Revitalizing Congregations through Worship (7/ McFee SIS300/301 0.50-1.00 Independent Study (SIS300=full unit; SIS301=half unit) By contract Units Advanced Level/Graduate School HCH651G 1.00Luther, the Bible and Bach (travel seminar; dates TBA) Krueger HTH604G 1.00Luther’s Devotional Writings (6/8–6/12)Jensen HTH674G 1.00Doing Theology in a Religiously Plural World (6/15–6/19) Rajashekar IHM620G 1.00Exegetical Options for the Preacher (6/1–6/5) Hannan SDM701G 1.00DMin Colloquium 1 (6/15–6/18) Grafton et al. SDM702G 1.00DMin Colloquium 2 (6/15–6/18) Grafton et al. SIS700G/800G 1.00Independent Study By contract Spring Semester 2014–15 Tentative Course Offerings Summary Letters in brackets following course title indicate that course can fulfill one additional MDiv requirement; EC=ecumenical, GL=global, IF=interfaith, and ME=mission/evangelism. * Indicates course scheduled during evening or weekend time periods ** Indicates course offered online

Units Courses Fulfilling 1st-Theol Degree Bible Requirements BNT120 1.00 Epistles and Revelation Heen BOT120, Sect 01 1.00 Job–Malachi Robinson * BOT120, Sect 02 1.00 Job–Malachi TBA Units Courses Fulfilling 1st-Theol Degree History Requirements HCH170 1.00 Exploring and Examining Global Christianity [GL] Sebastian HCH219 1.00 Women Leaders of the Medieval Church Rorem * HCH301P 1.00 Religious History and Public Leadership [IF] Pahl * HCH335 1.00 Jesus and the Bible in Islam [IF] Grafton HCH340 1.00 American Religious History [IF] Pahl Units Courses Fulfilling 1st-Theol Degree Theology Requirements HTH101 1.00 The Practice of Theology Rivera * HTH205B 1.00 African American Theology Ware * HTH218 1.00 Christology in a Pluralistic Society Rajashekar * HTH322 1.00 Christian Discipleship in a Consumer Society Hoffmeyer

Units Courses Fulfilling 1st-Theol Degree Integrative Requirements ICS100 1.00 The Church in Society Day * IFE101 Non-credit Field Education 1a, 1st-Year, 2nd Semester Leonard * IFE111 0.25 Field Education 1a, 1st-Year, 2nd Semester (Old Curriculum only) Leonard IFE190P/290P/390P 1.00 Public Leadership Case-Based Field Work (MAPL) Pahl * IFE201 Non-credit Field Education 2a, 2nd-Year, 2nd Semester Leonard * IFE211 0.25 Field Education 2a, 2nd-Year, 2nd Semester (Old Curriculum only) Leonard IPC100, Sect 01 1.00 Pastoral Theology: Formation and Practice Swain * IPC100, Sect 02 1.00 Pastoral Theology: Formation and Practice Swain IPP100 1.00 Church Administration and Leadership for the 21st Century Leonard * ISP100 1.00 Spiritual Formation Moroney IWR1xx 1.00 Liturgy/Worship requirement course Moroney Units Senior Seminars in Public Theology SGN510 1.00 Race, Gender, Sexuality and Leadership Wiseman Units 1st-Theological Free Electives BBL210/211 0.50 Hebrew Readings (BBL210=pass/fail; BBL211=graded) Gohl ** BBT490 1.00 Asian American Readings in the Bible Liew BNT460 1.00 Book of Romans Heen BOT401 1.00 Genesis Interpreted Robinson HLG421 0.50 Theological German–Advanced Krueger ICE404 1.00 Essentials of Youth Ministry in the 21st Century Leonard/Dean ICE409 1.00 Forming Faith Playfully D.Stewart/R.Stewart ICS420 1.00 Bonhoeffer Seminar Day * ICS450C 1.00 The Church in the City TBA * ILM402 1.00 Development of Christian Song Krentz SGN401 1.00 Lutheran Confessions (denom req for Lutheran students) Krueger/RIvera SGN430 1.00 Thriving, Dying, Merging and Emerging Churches Swain/Wiseman SIS300/301 0.50-1.00 Independent Study (SIS300=full unit; SIS301=half unit) By contract SIS500/501 1.00 MAR Thesis Preparation 1/2 Pahl et al. Units STM/DMin Courses ** HCH603G 1.00 First Theologians: African Guides on the Christian Way (online) Wagner ** IWR640G 1.00 Ritual Care in Times of Transition and Crisis (online) Ramshaw SIS700G/800G 1.00 Independent Study (DMin/STM) By contract Units STM/PhD Courses BBT910G 1.00 Scriptural Theology Seminar (PhD only) Robinson HTH820G 1.00 Trinitarian Theology (STM/PhD) Hoffmeyer SGN803G 1.00 Research Methods (STM/PhD) M. Sebastian SIS900G 1.00 Independent Study (PhD) By contract Draft 8/13/14

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