Courses of Instruction
Global Christianity, Cross-Cultural and Interfaith Ministries
FHSP 759W
A Border Crossing: A Transformative Journey
This year’s Border Crossing trip will take place on the border between Mexico and the U.S. with the majority of our time being spent in Nogales, Mexico, a border town near Tucson, Arizona. This class will study the complex issues of immigration, the related issues of global economics that drive immigration and the implications of the militarization of the border on those who cross. We shall study multiple perspectives on immigration with the goal of empowering persons to address and respond to a critical and divisive issue in our society and in churches. We will join with the bi-national, non-profit organization of Borderlinks for our time at the border. Students need to preregister with Professor Gill-Austern by September 15th. Approximate cost is $1100 for trip’s expenses. Some scholarship aid is available. This class fulfills three renewal area requirements, FHS,GCIM and TPL as well as the Justice Matters class.
Winter - January 21-31, 2008
GCIM 738S
Hinduism, Buddhism and Islam
A basic introduction to three major religious tradiitons on their own terms, with some attention to relations with Christian faith. Emphasis on preparation for authentic ministry in a pluralistic environment.
Spring - Tuesday 2:00 - 4:50 p.m.
THEO 672S
Faith and Justice: Liberation Theologies in the U.S.
Liberation theologies are widely acclaimed as the principal forms of prophetic thought and action in our contemporary age. Simply put, these are modes of theological discourse that rethink human existence, social life, the meaning(s) of faith, the Christian doctrines, and overall religious or church practice by placing attention on the non-subjects of history--those who have been oppressed and have been denied voice and positive identity in history. This course considers the emergence and development of the different types of liberation theologies that have come into existence in the United States. Black/African American, Feminist, Hispanic/Latino(a), and ecological theologies, among others, are examined.
Spring - Tuesday 9:00 - 11:50 a.m.
WCHR 642S
Mapping Mission: Motives, Models, and Methods of Christians
This course surveys the different mission motives, models and methods of Christians from the time of Jesus Christ until modern times. Emphasis will be on Asian, African, and South American forms of Christianity. This course will encourage students to revisit their missional (ad intra) and missionary (ad extra) understandings and activities of their own faith communities, and find ways of implementing holistic mission models.
Spring - Thursday 6:00 - 8:50 p.m.
WCHR 648S
Major Issues Facing Christianity
Christianity is the major world religion. As Christians translate their faith convictions and engage in ministry, they face significant issues. These require a missiological reflection and response from an interdisciplinary perspective. This course addresses some of the major issues that face world Christianity today. It will also explore possible opportunities to respond to them theologically and responsibly.
Spring - Tuesday 6:00 - 8:50 p.m.
WCHR 735W
India by Immersion: Dialogue and Service
Winter - January
WCHR 749/849F
Mission of the Church in Africa
Christianity in Africa did not begin or end with European colonialism. Rather, African Christianity is as old as Christianity itself; after the demise of European colonialism, African Christianity has grown much. At present about 48% of Africans (i.e., 380 million) are Christians. This course will examine the history, theology and mission of African Christianity. This course fulfills the WCHR upper-level requirement.
Fall - Thursday 6:00 - 8:50 p.m.
Key to Course Listings
| Key | Description |
|---|---|
| EL | "EL" following a course description indicates an E-Learning course. |
| F | "F" following a course number indicates a course offered during Fall semester. |
| S | "S" following a course number indicates a course offered during Spring semester. |
| W | "W" following a course number indicates a course offered during Winter Session in January. |
| J | "J" following a course number indicates a course offered during June. |
| Y |
"Y" following a course number indicates a yearlong course. Students must register each semester for year-long courses. |
This listing is subject to change. Continue to check the school's eb site, www.ants.edu, for current information about course listings, times and dates. All courses, including Church and Ministry Department courses, are now offered for 3 credits. Only students following the pre-2001 M.Div. curriculum may elect to take courses for other than 3 credits. Unless otherwise noted, courses are generally limited to 55 students.
Levels of Instruction
| Level | Description |
|---|---|
| 500 | Language courses or introductory courses meeting departmental requirements for either the M.Div. or the M.A. degree. |
| 600 | Meet departmental requirements for the M.Div., unless otherwise indicated, or program requirements for the M.A. |
| 700 | For advanced M.Div. and M.A. students with either background in an area or prerequisites completed. These courses meet some departmental upper-level elective requirements for the M.Div. |
| 800 | Primarily for D.Min. and S.T.M. students, although a limited number of seniors with the appropriate background may enroll with the instructor's permission. |
Dual-numbered courses-e.g., [HIST 725/825] - indicate courses that serve more than one level. Students should register for the level appropriate to their program needs.
Example: an M.Div. or M.A. student would register for HIST 725, but an S.T.M. or D.Min. student would register for HIST 825.