Andover Newton Catalogue and Courses of Instruction
BCIM 602
CPE at Hebrew SeniorLife/Hebrew Rehabilitation Center - Intensive
This is a 10 week intensive course, counts as 6 credits, 3 for Border-Crossing Immersion and 3 for CPE elective credit. This course is a full unit in Clincial Pastoral Education (CPE) meeting all requirements for a Level I or II unit in CPE, while providing students a border crossing immersion in a context of learning with most CPE students there preparing for the rabbinate, working in a Jewish senior residence with an average age of over 90, with residents who speak languages of their country of birth and who are mostly supported by medicaid. Prerequisite: Completion of one year of seminary. Limit: 2.
Summer 2010
Application Deadline: November 1, 2009
Cost:
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BCIM 602Y
CPE at Hebrew SeniorLife - Year long
This is a year long course that will count as 6 credits, 3 for Border Crossing Immersion and 3 for CPE elective credit. This course is a full unit in Clincial Pastoral Education (CPE) meeting all requirements for a Level I or II unit in CPE in an extended unit requiring two full days a week. It will provide students a border crossing immersion in a context that provides the opportunity to learn with a majority of the CPE students preparing for the rabbinate, working in a Jewish senior residence with residents who have an average age of over 90, (many of whom speak languages from their countries of birth), and most of who are supported by medicaid. Prerequisite: Completion of one year of seminary. Limit: 2.
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BCIM 605Y
Seminarians in the City
This course requires a 15 hour-a-week commitment over the full academic year and will give 6 credits: 3 for Border Crossing requirement and 3 for elective credit. It will involve making a commitment of one’s time and heart to engagement in the city of Boston with a placement in a city social service agency or church and interacting with the people of that neighborhood. This Border Crossing Immersion will be working with 4 or 5 students in the BTI to cultivate Christian leaders ready to take on the social and spiritual challenges of ministering in the city. The course will be sponsored and led by the City Mission Society of Boston. Prerequisite: 15 credits of seminary study. Limit: 2.
Fall -
BCIM 605Y
Seminarians in the City - City Mission Society
This course requires a 15 hour-a-week commitment over the full academic year and will give 6 credits: 3 for Border Crossing requirement and 3 for elective credit. It will involve making a commitment of one’s time and heart to engagement in the city of Boston with a placement in a city social service agency or church and interacting with the people of that neighborhood. This Border-Crossing Immersion will be working with 4 or 5 students in the BTI to cultivate Christian leaders ready to take on the social and spiritual challenges of ministering in the city. The course will be sponsored and led by the City Mission Society of Boston. Prerequisite: 15 credits of seminary study. Limit: 2.
Fall/Spring 2010-2011
Application Deadline: July 1, 2010
Cost: $250
Yearlong -
BCIM 607Y
Interfaith Dialogue and Action: Hebrew College and Andover Newton
This year-long course will take advantage of the relationship between Hebrew College and Andover Newton Theological School. Students will actively participate in joint student events, interfaith learning groups, and one co-taught HC/ANTS academic course (or an approved alternative to a course). In addition, students will gather with instructor(s) for a monthly cohort meeting to discuss and debrief interfaith activities as well as reflect on texts and articles related to both the particular history of Jewish/Christian relations and the skills involved in being a religious leader with an interfaith understanding. Possible opportunities to visit local synagogues and Jewish Service Organizations will be decided based on the interest of the group. Limit: 10
For more information and applications, see the Border-Crossing Immersion Handbook.
Fall/Spring 2010-2011
Application Deadline: July 1, 2010
Cost: $250
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BCIM 615
Fierce Landscapes: Listening to the People of Appalachia
This immersion seminar finds its home among the people of Western North Carolina and Southwest Virginia. Students will enjoy on-site interactions with congregations, religious, and community leaders. Time for worship and reflection provides the framework for the immersions. Participants will be aided by readings prior to the immersion experience. The 12-day immersion experience is followed by 3-4 interactive distance learning sessions and a 15-20 page integrative paper. Sponsored by Wake Forest Divinity School. Contact Border-Crossing Immersion Director Brita Gill-Austern if you are interested.
Winter 2010 – January 1-12
Application Deadline: October 1, 2009
Cost: $900.00 plus travel (scholarship available)
Winter - January 1-12
BCIM 620
Christ, Culture and Mission in Appalachia
Beginning in the foothills of Appalachia, class participants visit family farms before traveling to the coalfields of southeastern Kentucky. The purpose of the travel seminar is to immerse students in the realities of Appalachia in order that they may encounter the mission of God in the culture and experiences of the people. The class will include worship, theological and cultural analysis, reading, and reflection. We end our visit on the beautiful campus of Pine Mountain Settlement School. This is a 17-day immersion course with a final integrative paper. Sponsored by Columbia Theological Seminary. Contact Border-Crossing Immersion Director Brita Gill-Austern if you are interested.
Winter 2010 – January 6-22
Application Deadline: October 1, 2009
Cost: $1,000.00 plus travel (scholarship available)
Winter - January 6-22
BCIM 630
Border Crossing: Listening to the Tales of Children's Lives in Appalachia
This border crossing immersion seeks to deepen students’ understanding of how the gospel is lived out in rural Appalachia, with particular attention to its impact on the lives of children. Social and cultural analysis will be employed to help students examine the structures, institutions and cultural practices that both promote and interfere with children’s wellbeing. Prerequisite: Ethics and Social Justice course highly recommended. Limit: 12.
Summer 2010 – May 9-20
Application Deadline: February 18, 2010
Cost: $950 plus travel (scholarship available)
Summer - May 9-20
BCIM 645W
Border Crossing: Faith in a New China
The primary focus of this course will be first-hand study of the church in China, its context and startling growth, through meetings with congregations, leaders, and seminary students. A secondary focus will be interfaith dialogue in the Chinese context. Limit: 16.
For more information and applications, see the Border-Crossing Immersion Handbook.
Winter 2011 – January 7-17
Application Deadline: October 5, 2010
Cost: approximately $2,400
Winter - January 7-17
BCIM 650
Homeless Families: Housing Families, Inc.
This semester-long course seeks to enter into and sustain a mutual relationship of learning and care with Housing Families, Inc., an organization that provides services and housing to effectively transition homeless families into permanent housing. Since Housing Families is a local organization, this border-crossing experience spans an entire semester. Possibilities for interaction would include volunteering with the children’s program, teaching different skills that promote stability (for example: job training, budgeting and money management, healthy eating and body consciousness), taking a course - at one of their sites - with Housing Families clients on a particular topic (for example: philosophy, world religions, creative writing and spirituality). Prerequisite: ETHI 601 or 602. Limit: 20. Cost: $200
Application deadline: November 15, 2009
Spring - TBA
BCIM 650F
Homeless Families: Housing Families, Inc.
This semester-long course seeks to enter into and sustain a mutual relationship of learning and care with Housing Families, Inc., an organization that provides services and housing to effectively transition homeless families into permanent housing. Since Housing Families is a local organization, this border-crossing experience spans an entire semester. Possibilities for interaction would include volunteering with the children’s program, teaching different skills that promote stability (for example: job training, budgeting and money management, healthy eating and body consciousness), taking a course - at one of their sites - with Housing Families clients on a particular topic (for example: philosophy, world religions, creative writing and spirituality). Prerequisite: ETHI 601 or 602. Limit: 10.
For more information and applications, see the Border-Crossing Immersion Handbook.
Application Deadline: July 1, 2010
Cost: $250.00
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BCIM 650S
Homeless Families: Housing Families, Inc.
This semester-long course seeks to enter into and sustain a mutual relationship of learning and care with Housing Families, Inc., an organization that provides services and housing to effectively transition homeless families into permanent housing. Since Housing Families is a local organization, this border-crossing experience spans an entire semester. Possibilities for interaction would include volunteering with the children’s program, teaching different skills that promote stability (for example: job training, budgeting and money management, healthy eating and body consciousness), taking a course - at one of their sites - with Housing Families clients on a particular topic (for example: philosophy, world religions, creative writing and spirituality). Prerequisite: ETHI 601 or 602. Limit: 10.
For more information and applications, see the Border-Crossing Immersion Handbook.
Application Deadline: November 12, 2010
Cost: $250.00
Spring -
BCIM 659
Borders, Fences and Immigration: The U.S./Mexico Border
This Border Crossing Immersion 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. Limit: 12. This course will also fulfill PSYC/FHSP/TMPL requirements in the old curriculum.
Winter 2010 – January 14-24
Application Deadline: October 5, 2009
Cost:
Winter - January 14-24
BCIM 659W
The Mexican-Arizona Border: Immigration, Economic Justice and Human Rights
This Border Crossing Immersion 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. Limit: 12.
For more information and applications, see the Border-Crossing Immersion Handbook.
Winter 2011 – January 4-14
Application deadline: October 5, 2010
Cost: $1,400 (includes travel and program)
Winter - January 4-14
BCIM 702/802
Teaching the Bible in Context: Hawaii
[CMED/NEWT]
This course explores the art and craft of teaching the Bible in congregations and other ministry settings within the multicultural setting of Hawaii. Teaching and studying the Bible is one essential Christian faith practice that builds upon an understanding of both the scriptures and the art and craft of teaching. One aspect of teaching the Bible is the educational methods which addresses the question of: How is religious education undertaken and realized? This question will be explored in the context of other educational questions which address the content, nature, purposes, context, and interpersonal relationships of any teaching ministry. This course focuses upon the content of the Bible in the context of Hawaii and considers a variety of ways in which to use the Bible in group learning. This course will also fulfill a CMED or upper-level Scripture requirement.
Winter 2011 – TBA
Application Deadline:
Cost: not yet known
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BCIM/WCHR 610
Christian Service and Religious Pluralism in India
This is a joint course offered between Andover Newton Theological School and Liverpool Hope University with former ANTS full time Faculty member Dr. Daniel Jeyaraj, now adjunct faculty.
India is term for kaleidoscopic diversity and functional unity – a miracle in the 21st century: 1.3 billion people, 1,652 languages, about 4,000 people groups, birthplace of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism, home to Christianity, Islam, Zoroastrianism, and numerous primal religions, and the largest democracy in the world! India also stands for glaring paradoxes: extreme rich people and people in abject poverty, religious tolerance and religious violence, booming economy for some and large scale suffering for many, growing tendencies of globalization and parochialism, caste-based inequalities and untouchability, and the like. Yet life continues and hope radiates. People struggle for justice and equality. Questions of gender and women leadership are hotly discussed. The old and young of India constitute an immense storehouse of intellectual knowledge and practical survival skills that will be useful for people living in Western Europe and North America.
Christians in India, a mere 2.4% of the population, wrestle with these baffling realities and seek to serve fellow Indians meaningfully. This travel seminar is designed to give participating students from Andover Newton Theological School and Liverpool Hope University penetrating glimpses into the nature and purpose of Christian service in the midst of dominant socio-religious cultures such as Hinduism and Islam. It will take place in three different locations: in Mumbai, Bangalore, and Tiruchirappali.
Application Deadline: October 5, 2009
Cost: land fare $1,800; air travel is separate.
Winter - January 2-19
CHRS 601Y
Spirituality, Seminary, and You: Spiritual Formation
A small group experience for all first-year students designed to provide a touchstone community and “home base” support for negotiating the many new experiences, changes, and questions inherent in pursuing a theological education. Groups will serve as a safe context for communal reflection on the intersection of personal faith and spirituality with the seminary experience, and for engaging selected devotional practices that may help ground and sustain students as they begin to live into their theological education. This is a year-long course, meeting monthly.
Fall -
CHRS 601Y
Seminary, Spirituality and You: Spiritual Formation
A small group experience for all first-year students designed to provide a touchstone community and “home base” support for negotiating the many new experiences, changes, and questions inherent in pursuing a theological education. Groups will serve as a safe context for communal reflection on the intersection of personal faith and spirituality with the seminary experience, and for engaging selected devotional practices that may help ground and sustain students as they begin to live into their theological education. This is a year-long course, meeting monthly.
Spring -
CHRS 601Y
Spirituality, Seminary, and You: Spiritual Formation
A small group experience for all first-year students designed to provide a touchstone community and “home base” support for negotiating the many new experiences, changes, and questions inherent in pursuing a theological education. Groups will serve as a safe context for communal reflection on the intersection of personal faith and spirituality with the seminary experience, and for engaging selected devotional practices that may help ground and sustain students as they begin to live into their theological education. This is a year-long course, meeting monthly.
Yearlong - TBA
CHRS 720S [EL]
Life as Pilgrimage
In the Christianity of the European middle ages, pilgrimage was an important part of a person’s spiritual discipline. Many people made the arduous journey to pilgrimage sites all over Europe. Unlike a vacation or holiday, a pilgrimage was a ritual journey with a sacred purpose. This course will explore the many ways the “archetype of pilgrimage” could enhance our daily lives. Limit: 25. This course meets the Christian Spiritual Resources requirement in the old M.Div. curriculum and may substitute for the Spiritual Formation integrative catalyst for transitioning students in the new M.Div. curriculum.
Spring - E-Learning
CM __ 789-790
Directed Study in Areas of Ministerial Leadership
Permission of professor required.CM- (-ED, -FE, -LE, -PR, or -WO)
M.A. and M.Div. candidates only.
Fall -
CM __ 889-890
Directed Study in Areas of Ministerial Leadership
Permission of professor required.CM- (-ED, -FE, -LE, -PR, or -WO)
S.T.M. and D.Min. candidates only.
Fall -
CM __ 989-990
Directed Study in Areas of Ministerial Leadership
Permission of professor required.CM- (-ED, -FE, -LE, -PR, or -WO)
Ph.D. Candidates only. Doctoral Project Directed Study.
Fall -
CMED 601
Educational Ministry of the Church
A survey course in Christian education designed for prospective pastors, directors of education and lay leaders in the educational ministry of the local church in various settings.
Fall - Monday, 9:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
CMED 601F
Educational Ministry of the Church
A survey course in Christian education designed for prospective pastors and lay leaders in the educational ministry of the local church in various settings. This course fulfills the CMED distribution requirement.
Fall - Monday 9:00 - 11:50 a.m.
CMED 601F
Educational Ministry of the Church
A survey course in Christian education designed for prospective pastors, directors of education and lay leaders in the educational ministry of the local church in various settings.
Fall - Monday, 9:00 - 11:50 a.m.
CMED 601F [P3]
Educational Ministry of the Church
Dr. Charlotte Pridgen-Randolph
The Reverend Dr. Pridgen-Randolph Professor-Practitioner Program (P3) designated course for field education students.
Limit: 8
Fall - Monday 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
CMED 601F [P3]
Educational Ministry of the Church
Professor-Practitioner Program (P3) designated course for field education students. Limit: 8.
Fall - Monday, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
CMED 605
Educational Ministry Across the Life Span
This course explores changes and growth of persons with educational ministry implications for children, youth, and adults, within and outside of congregations.
Fall - Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.
CMED 605 [P3]
Educational Ministry Across the Life Span
Professor-Practitioner Program (P3) designated course for field education students. Limit: 8.
Fall - Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. - noon
CMED 605F
Educational Ministry Across the Life-Span
This course explores changes and growth of persons with educational ministry implications for children, youth, and adults, within and outside of congregations. This course fulfills the CMED requirement.
Fall - Wednesday 6:00 - 8:50 p.m.
CMED 614
Teaching: Its Art and Craft
This course explores that art and craft of teaching in congregations and other ministry settings. Teaching is one essential Christian faith practice that builds upon an understanding of the art and craft of teaching and requires reflection upon its effective practice. Limit: 12.
Spring - Wednesday, 9:00 – 11:50 a.m. CLOSED
CMED 614J
Teaching: Its Art and Craft
This course explores that art and craft of teaching in congregations and other ministry settings. Teaching is one essential Christian faith practice that builds upon an understanding of the art and craft of teaching and requires reflection upon its effective practice.
Limit 12
Summer - June 1-12, 9:00 am - noon
CMED 620
History and Philosophy of Christian Education
A survey of historical developments in Christian education followed by the exploration of a philosophy of religious education that addresses contemporary issues.
Spring - Tuesday, 9:00 – 11:50 a.m.
CMED 620 [P3]
History and Philosophy of Christian Education
Professor-Practitioner Program (P3) designated course for field education students. Limit: 8.
Spring - Tuesday, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
CMED 620/820S
History and Philosophy of Christian Education
A survey of historical developments in Christian education followed by the exploration of a philosophy of religious education that addresses contemporary issues. This course fulfills the CMED requirement.
Spring - Tuesday 9-11:50 a.m.
CMED 630F [EL]
Today's Children's Ministry
This course will examine Biblical and theological foundations in order to provide a practical approach to ministry with children, which goes beyond basic programming. A particular focus will be given to children’s spiritual and faith development using key contemporary writings and research in light of current issues impacting children’s lives. Students in this course will engage a holistic perspective to ministry with children and are expected to articulate a relevant church approach and vision. Limit: 25. This course fulfills a CMED requirement.
Fall - ELearning
CMED 734/834S
Seminar on Problems and Issues in Religious Education
This seminar explores some of the significant problems and issues in the theory and practice of religious education.
Contemporary issues as raised by various leaders in the field are examined for the purpose of formulating present and future strategies in diverse contexts.
Spring - Wed. 2-4:50 pm
CMED 770
Campus and Young Adult Ministry
Many religious leaders view younger adults as the most difficult population to reach. What does faith development theory, enlivened by the experiences of leaders in campus and parish ministry, have to offer those seeking to connect with men and women in this fast-changing phase of the adult lifespan? Through theoretical study, personal reflection, interaction with campus and parish ministers, and site visits to settings where young adults gather, this course will introduce students to the theory and practice of ministering to younger adults in campus and parish settings. Students must be prepared for one day off-campus, using Boston public transportation (at the student’s expense) to visit ministry sites in Cambridge. Only with special permission from the instructor and an additional assignment, students may take this course to meet the Religious Education distributional requirement.
Winter - January 4-8 – 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
CMFE 601Y
Field Education, First Required Semester
The first core semester of supervised ministry in the field. This 1.5 credit course includes covenanting with a ministry setting and supervisor, writing theological reflections, and working with partners to assess progress. Graded SAT/UNSAT, permission of the Field Education Program required. Students must take one P3 course and section concurrently with CMFE 601Y.
Must enroll in ONE required introduction session, which will include an overview of field education and preparation for theological reflection:
CMFE01 September 16, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
CMFE02 September 17, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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CMFE 615
Theological Reflection: In a Mirror, Less Darkly
Students in this course will explore different types of theological reflection as a means for learning and growing as ministers and leaders. Students will write weekly reflections, sharing some with the class and discovering how God speaks through the practice of theological reflection. The practical aspects of reflecting theologically will help students lear how to make theological reflection a lifelong practice that they can teach to others in their ministry settings. Prerequisite: current involvement in a supervised ministry setting. This course meets the Christian Spiritual Resources requirement in the old M.Div. curriculum and can substitute for a Spiritual Formation Group for transitioning students in the new M.Div. curriculum.
Fall - Monday, 2:00 – 4:50 p.m.
CMFE 620
Field Education Integrative Seminar
This course will provide an integrative seminar experience for those not able to participate in the regular P3 courses. Students will use of framework for ministerial leadership provided by the text to reflect upon their field education experiences. Individual cases students will provide the basis for class discussion in order to integrate theory and practice. Permission from Sarah Drummond or Kathryn Windsor is required; students may not register without having already received permission. Limit: 8.
Fall - Wednesday, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
CMFE 620F
Integrative Seminar
This course will provide an integrative seminar experience for those not able to participate in the regular P3 courses. Students will use of framework for ministerial leadership provided by the text to reflect upon their field education experiences. Individual cases students will provide the basis for class discussion in order to integrate theory and practice. Permission from Sarah Drummond or Kathryn Windsor is required; students may not register without having already received permission. Limit: 8.
Fall - Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
CMFE 621
Integrative Seminar
This course will provide an integrative seminar experience for those not able to participate in the regular P3 courses. Students will use of framework for ministerial leadership provided by the text to reflect upon their field education experiences. Individual cases students will provide the basis for class discussion in order to integrate theory and practice. Permission from Sarah Drummond or Kathryn Windsor is required. Limit: 8.
Spring - Wednesday, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
CMFE 621S
Field Education Integrative Seminar
This course will provide an integrative seminar experience for those students not able to participate in the regular P3 courses. Students will use of framework for ministerial leadership provided by the text to reflect upon their field education experiences. Individual student cases will provide the basis for class discussion in order to integrate theory and practice. Students who are ineligible for a P3 course may enroll in this seminar to fulfill their Field Education requirement (in the first two semesters in Field Education) for 1.5 credits. Graded SAT/UNSAT required. The Integrative Seminar I is NOT a prerequisite. Permission of the Field Education Program is required.
Limit: 8
Spring - Wed. 7-8:30 pm - Course Closed
CMFE 621S
Integrative Seminar
This course will provide an integrative seminar experience for those not able to participate in the regular P3 courses. Students will use of framework for ministerial leadership provided by the text to reflect upon their field education experiences. Individual cases students will provide the basis for class discussion in order to integrate theory and practice. Permission from Sarah Drummond or Kathryn Windsor is required. Limit: 8.
Spring - Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
CMFE 701 F/S
Field Education, post-requirement
Many students benefit from a second year of field education, either in the same setting as the first or in a different ministry site. With or without participating in the Professor-Practitioner Program (P3), students may receive 3 credits for a second year of field education. They must participate in orientation sessions (see course description: CMFE 601Y) and submit all relevant documents for the program. In a second year, students register for CMFE 701; in a third year, 702; in a fourth year, 703. Prerequisite: CMFE 601Y.
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CMFE 701F
Field Education, Fall Semester, post-requirement
Students enrolling in a second year of field education register for this course. This 1.5 credit course includes covenanting with a ministry setting and supervisor, writing theological reflections, and working with partners to assess progress. Students may audit with permission; auditors will be expected to complete all requirements. Graded SAT/UNSAT, permission of the Field Education Program required. Concurrent enrollment in a P3 course and section is optional for an additional 1.5 credits. This course, in conjunction with CMFE 701F, fulfills the upper-level Ministerial Practice requirement. Must enroll in ONE required orientation session, which will include an overview of field education and preparation for theological reflection:
CMFE01 September 11, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
CMFE02 September 12, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Fall - See description.
CMFE 701S
Field Education, Spring Semester, post-requirement
Students enrolling in second year of field education register for this course in the second semester. This 1.5 credit course includes covenanting with a ministry setting and supervisor, writing theological reflections, and working with partners to assess progress. Students may audit with permission; auditors will be expected to complete all requirements. Graded SAT/UNSAT, permission of the Field Education Program required. Concurrent enrollment in a P3 course and section is optional for an additional 1.5 credits. This course, in conjunction with CMFE 701S, fulfills the upper-level Ministerial Practice requirement. Must enroll in ONE required orientation session, which will include an overview of field education and preparation for theological reflection:
CMFE01 January 29, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
CMFE02 January 30, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Spring - See description.
CMFE 701Y
Advanced Field Education
Many students benefit from a second year of field education, either in the same setting as the first or in a different ministry site. With or without participating in the Professor-Practitioner Program (P3), students may receive 3 credits for a second year of field education. They must participate in orientation sessions (see course description: CMFE 601Y) and submit all relevant documents for the program. In a second year, students register for CMFE 701; in a third year, 702; in a fourth year, 703. Prerequisite: CMFE 601Y.
Fall -
CMFE 702 F/S
CMFE 702 F/S
Students registering for the third year in Field Education should follow the pattern and requirements described above in CMFE 701 F/S. CMFE 702 is for third-year students.
Spring -
CMFE 703 F/S
CMFE 703 F/S
Students registering for the fourth year in Field Education should follow the pattern and requirements described above in CMFE 701 F/S. CMFE 703 for fourth-year students.
Spring -
CMFE 721/821Y
Foundations in the Theory and Practice of Ministry Supervision
This course prepares participants to supervise students in theological field education. It introduces supervision as a distinct discipline for ministry, complete with its own history and varying approaches. It provides participants with opportunities to learn about the theory and practice of supervision and to reflect upon their own work with students.
Fall - Thursday - 9:00 - 11:50 a.m.
CMFE 721/821Y
Theory and Practice of Ministry Supervision
This course prepares participants to supervise students in theological field education. It introduces supervision as a distinct discipline for ministry, complete with its own history and varying approaches. It provides participants with opportunities to learn about the theory and practice of supervision and to reflect upon their own work with students. Prerequisite: Must be currently supervising a field education student.
Yearlong - Thursday, 9:00 - 11:50 a.m.
CMFE 721Y
Theory and Practice of Ministry Supervision
This course prepares participants to supervise students in theological field education. It introduces supervision as a distinct discipline for ministry, complete with its own history and varying approaches. It provides participants with opportunities to learn about the theory and practice of supervision and to reflect upon their own work with students. Prerequisite: Must be currently supervising a field education student.
Fall - Thursday, 9:00 – 11:50 a.m.
CMFE 783W
Mentoring and Ministry
In a wide variety of ministry settings, lay and ordained Christian leaders find themselves with the responsibility, the opportunity, and the challenge of mentoring others. How is mentoring different from other roles, such as counseling, pastoring, or supervising? What skills are important for effective mentoring? Do people need different kinds of mentors at different points in their lives? Is there a distinctly Christian approach to mentoring? What are the advantages and drawbacks of formal mentoring programs, in comparison with informal mentoring relationships? 1.5 credit course, elective in CMFE. Meets requirement for continuing education for approved field education supervisors.
Winter - January 12 – 14
CMLE 607
Theory and Practice of Ministerial Leadership
The key to effective leadership in the congregation is a blending of art and skill, of personal traits and developed abilities. The art of leadership comes from who we are as persons of faith. The skill of leadership comes from the use of appropriate methods for achieving desired goals. This course will explore both the art and skill of leadership in the congregation, with particular attention to the specific practices that are essential to leading faithfully in today’s church.
Fall - Thursday, 2:00 – 4:50 p.m.
CMLE 607S
Theory and Practice of Ministerial Leadership
The key to effective leadership in the congregation is a blending of art and skill, of personal traits and developed abilities. The art of leadership comes from who we are as persons of faith. The skill of leadership comes from the use of appropriate methods for achieving desired goals. This course will explore both the art and skill of leadership in the congregation, with particular attention to the specific practices that are essential to leading faithfully in today’s church. This course fulfills the CMLE requirement.
Spring - Wed. 2-4:50 pm
CMLE 607S
Theory and Practice of Ministerial Leadership
The key to effective leadership in the congregation is a blending of art and skill, of personal traits and developed abilities. The art of leadership comes from who we are as persons of faith. The skill of leadership comes from the use of appropriate methods for achieving desired goals. This course will explore both the art and skill of leadership in the congregation, with particular attention to the specific practices that are essential to leading faithfully in today’s church.
Spring - Thursday, 9:00 - 11:50 a.m.
CMLE 618F
Creating Healthy Congregations: The Role of the Minister from a Systems Perspective
How a minister asserts leadership and handles pressure in a congregation indicates whether that ministry will provide a therapeutic influence or be sabotaged by the congregation’s weaknesses. This course will examine the psychology of ministerial leadership and look at how such leadership can support the development of congregational
health. It will offer psychological and group dynamic theories, and a repertoire of tools and techniques with which to intervene in a congregational system. This course meets the CMLE distribution requirement for the M.Div.
Limit: 25
Fall - Friday 1:00 - 3:50 p.m.
CMLE 645 [EL]
Leading for the Future
Leading for the future means helping people and institutions face the reality of change. This course will explore the context that makes transformative change essential, approaches to change in congregations, and the styles and skills of the leadership that enhance the process of change.
Summer - ELearning course, May 24 - July 2
CMLE 673J [EL]
Perspectives on Congregational Transformation
Using the writings of a number of contemporary advocates of congregational renewal and change, this course will explore key dynamics shaping the context in which congregations find themselves today. A particular focus will be the impact of the end of Christendom and the emergence of postmodernity. Students will address appropriate responses to these realities and consider their significance for their own ministry.
Summer - ELearning course - May 26 - July 3
CMLE 683S [EL]
Transforming Congregational Culture
This course is designed to familiarize students with the challenges and opportunities facing congregations, particularly in the mainline Protestant tradition/ streams, in light of major cultural shifts in North America in the last fifty years. Particular attention will be paid to the decline of American Christendom/ advent of a religiously pluralistic society; the waning of Modernity/ Emergence of Post-Modernity, and the life-cycles of religious congregations. Building on this, students will explore several strategies and forms of response, and consider different approaches to congregational life, transformation (“shaping anew”) and leadership in our new time.
Spring - E-Learning
CMLE 704/804 [EL]
Leading from Within
In twenty-first century America, leaders are rewarded for their drive, decisiveness, productivity, and long work hours. What would it mean for a leader to cultivate the inner life, to step off the treadmill, to take time apart for personal reflection? What would leadership arising from a core of spiritual groundedness and compassion look like? This will be an experiential course, in which participants’ own leadership experiences will serve as the basis for reflection and discernment. Insights from the fields of spirituality, management, and leadership studies will be combined to consider leadership of businesses, churches, non-profits, hospitals, and other organizations. Permission of the instructor required. One on-campus session required on February 6, from 9:00am to 5:00pm; two additional optional on-campus sessions, TBA.
Spring - ELearning course, one on-campus session 2/6, 9am to 5pm; two add'l optional on-campus sessions, TBA.
CMLE 704/804S [EL]
Leading From Within
In twenty-first century America, leaders are rewarded for their drive, decisiveness, productivity, and long work hours. What would it mean for a leader to cultivate the inner life, to step off the treadmill, to take time apart for personal reflection? What would leadership arising from a core of spiritual groundedness and compassion look like? This will be an experiential course, in which participants’ own leadership experiences will serve as the basis for reflection and discernment. Insights from the fields of spirituality, management, and leadership studies will be combined to consider leadership of businesses, churches, non-profits, hospitals, and other organizations. Permission of the instructor required. One on-campus session required.
Spring - E-Learning
CMLE 721/821Y
Foundations in the Theory and Practice of Ministry Supervision
This course prepares participants to supervise students in theological field education. It introduces supervision as a distinct discipline for ministry, complete with its own history and varying approaches. It provides participants with opportunities to learn about the theory and practice of supervision and to reflect upon their own work with students.
Fall - Thursday - 9:00 - 11:50 a.m.
CMLE 734F
Congregational Life
This course will examine representative congregations in order to develop a deeper understanding of how communities of faith are engaging this time of historical change. We will use narrative, history, sociology, theology,
and the growing literature on congregational studies to aid us in our explorations. Visits to area churches are included. Prerequisite: Access to a ministry setting. Not recommended for first year students. Best taken while in Field Education or engaged in a congregational setting. This course meets the CMLE distribution requirement for M.Div.
Fall - Thursday 2:00 - 4:50 p.m.
CMLE 735/835
Seeing Things Whole: Spirituality, Congregations and Organizations
Spirituality and spiritual formation are integral not only to individuals, but also to congregations and other organizations. This course will combine insights from the field of spirituality and spiritual formation with insights from management and organizational studies to address such questions as: What do spiritual health and spiritual growth look like in a congregations and organizations? Do congregational and organizational spiritual development parallel individual spiritual development? How can spiritual health and spiritual growth be facilitated in a congregation or organization? How do congregational and organizational spiritual growth and concern for social justice interrelate? How does the spirituality of a congregation or organization get named, nurtured, and sustained over time? This will be an experiential course, in which participants’ own experiences in congregations and other organizations will serve as the basis for reflection and discernment. Instructor permission required.
Winter - January 11, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Jan. 12-15, 5:00 to 9:30 p.m.; Jan. 16, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
CMLE 735/835J
Seeing Things Whole: Spirituality, Congregations, and Organizations
Spirituality and spiritual formation are integral not only to individuals, but also to congregations and other organizations. This course will combine insights from the field of spirituality and spiritual formation with insights from management and organizational studies to address such questions as: What do spiritual health and spiritual growth look like in a congregations and organizations? Do congregational and organizational spiritual development parallel individual spiritual development? How can spiritual health and spiritual growth be facilitated in a congregation or organization? How do congregational and organizational spiritual growth and concern for social justice interrelate? How does the spirituality of a congregation or organization get named, nurtured, and sustained over time? This will be an experiential course, in which participants’ own experiences in congregations and other organizations will serve as the basis for reflection and discernment.
Instructor permission required, please contact her at or at mbenefiel @executivesoul.com
Summer - June 5, 5 - 9:00pm; 6th, 9am - 5pm; 8-11th, 5 - 9:30pm.
CMLE 752/852S
Interim Ministry: Theory and Practice
Rev. Dr. Anita Farber-Robertson
The transition between pastors is a unique time in the life of a congregation. In more recent times this period has gotten special attention because of the issues faced when one pastor leaves and before another arrives. An interim period well-handled can help prepare the way for the new pastor in such a way that she/he does not become in fact an “Interim” even though called as the “Settled Pastor”. To help churches move through this period it has been recognized that special skills are needed so that those who serve as interim pastors can more effectively lead. This course addresses the issues and demands of interim ministry in a comprehensive way, offering skill-sets the interim minister will need.
Spring - Monday 2-4:50 pm
CMLE 755W
Strategic Planning
This course provides students with basic introduction to strategic planning in the church and non-profit settings. Topics will include understanding the difference between strategic planning and long-range planning; environmental scans; SWOT analysis; developing mission, vision and core values statements; and development and monitoring of a full strategic plan. It will also look at the how to manage from a strategic plan and the ways in which the church and non-profit settings differ from the private sector. The course is intended for anyone who is currently serving or intends to serve in a church or non-parish leadership position. This course fulfills a Ministerial Practice upper-level elective or regular elective.
Winter - January 5-16, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
CMLE 758S
Show Me the Money!
After establishing the theological grounding for giving, class participants will examine the major approaches to and tools for funding-raising, as well as the place of restricted and unrestricted giving in the sustainability of churches and other non-profit settings. It is suited both to those preparing for ministry and those engaged in helping ministries.
Spring - Tuesday, 2:00 - 4:50 p.m.
CMLE 763/863
The Turnaround Church: Inspirations and Tools for Life-Sustaining Change
Despite the fact that many mainline Protestant churches have been in decline for decades, I start with the premise that not all dying churches should or must die. Although there is no cookie-cutter solution to reversing this widespread decline, under specific conditions, some churches can be brought back to a joyful life, filled with vitality. Through intentional changes in worship, stewardship, and leadership, some churches can and do succeed in turning around with a feeling of renewed spiritual energy. It takes fresh eyes and deep abiding faith to lead people through the wilderness of change and into new ways of being a church. Since many seminary graduates will be called to serve congregations in these declining churches, this course will serve to prepare them for the actual practice of ministering under these current conditions. Prerequisite: A basic Ministerial Leadership course (CMLE 6xx) or relevant theoretical knowledge of institutional leadership.
Spring - Monday 9:00 - 11:50 a.m.
CMLE 763/863W
The Turnaround Church: Inspirations and Tools for Life-Sustaining Change
Despite the fact that many mainline Protestant churches have been in decline for decades, I start with the premise that not all dying churches should or must die. Although there is no cookie-cutter solution to reversing this widespread decline, under specific conditions, some churches can be brought back to a joyful life, filled with vitality. Through intentional changes in worship, stewardship, and leadership, some churches can and do succeed in turning around with a feeling of renewed spiritual energy. It takes fresh eyes and deep abiding faith to lead people through the wilderness of change and into new ways of being a church. Since many seminary graduates will be called to serve congregations in these declining churches, this course will serve to prepare them for the actual practice of ministering under these current conditions. Prerequisite: A basic Ministerial Leadership course (CMLE 6xx) or relevant theoretical knowledge of institutional leadership.
Winter -
CMLE 767F [EL]
Pastoral Uses of Social Media
Twitter, Facebook, Flock, YouTube. Every year, it seems, a new social media platform bursts onto the scene and makes the cover of Time Magazine. Yet many churches are still mailing out monthly newsletters and offering envelopes. What does social media offer local congregations, and what are the dangers? Should they be used to build community or to market the church? Or both? And what are the theological implications of electronic communications? In this course we will develop a sophisticated and thoughtful approach to the use of social media in the pastoral setting. Limit: 25.
Fall - ELearning
CMLE 775S
[EL] The Way of Emergent Church and Ministry
The emergent/emerging church movement has taken American Christianity by storm over the past decade. In this course, students will read some of the cornerstone literature of the movement and examine its theology and practice. They will also engage in conversation about the movement with an insider and a theologian. This course fulfills a CMLE requirement.
Limit: 25
Spring - ELearning course
CMLE/IFTH 614F
Administrative Leadership in Religious Organizations: An Interfaith Perspective
This course will introduce students to administrative leadership from both practical and theoretical points of view. By exploring a series of themes that lift up administrative leadership questions pertinent in both Jewish and Christian faith communities, students will address both topics and one another as they seek new knowledge, points of divergence, and common ground. This course may meet either the Ministerial Leadership distributional requirement or the Interfaith Engagement integrative catalyst. BTI students from schools other than Hebrew College require permission from the instructor. First class starts October 6; online work and advance reading will be required. Check the Connect page for the course.
Fall - CLOSED Wednesday, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. First class October 6th
CMPR 601
Introduction to Preaching
An introduction to Christian preaching, situating it in liturgical and theological contexts, and providing concrete opportunities for practice and skill-development. Limit: 15. This course fulfills the CMPR distribution requirement.
Spring - Wednesday, 9:00 – 11:50 a.m.
CMPR 601S
Christian Preaching
An introduction to Christian preaching, situating it in liturgical and theological contexts, and providing concrete opportunities for practice and skill-development. This course meets CMPR distribution requirement. This course fulfills the CMPR distribution requirement.
Limit: 15
Spring - Wed. 9-11:50 am - Course Closed
CMPR 601S
Introduction to Preaching
An introduction to Christian preaching, situating it in liturgical and theological contexts, and providing concrete opportunities for practice and skill-development. Limit: 15. This course fulfills the CMPR distribution requirement.
Spring - Wednesday, 2:00 - 4:50 p.m.
CMPR 609
Preaching in the Congregation: An Introduction to the Pastoral Practice of Preaching
Students will develop a beginning theology of preaching as a pastoral practice and will have several opportunities to try their hand at it. Attention will also be paid to preaching relative to other pastoral practices, as well as to the preacher’s vocation, authority, personality, and life of faith. Limit: 12.
Fall - Course Closed
CMPR 609F
Preaching in the Congregation: An Introduction to the Pastoral Practice of Preaching
An introduction to preaching in the context of the ordinary life of a Christian congregation. Students will develop a working theology of preaching and will have several opportunities to try their hand at it. Particular attention will be paid throughout to the place of preaching relative to other pastoral practices—e. g., worship, formation, mission, pastoral care. This course fulfills the CMPR distribution requirement.
Limit 15
Fall - Thursday 6:00 - 8:50 p.m.
CMPR 615S
Preaching as Storytelling
Proclamation in the form of narrative is deeply rooted in the Judeo-Christian tradition. This course will examine the unique gifts of the oral tradition as we explore the history of narrative preaching. We will also study the structure of story as we look at elements of storytelling such as plot, character, scene development, and delivery. Students will be encouraged to enhance their narrative preaching skills through writing and presentation of story. Limit: 12.
Spring - Monday, 2:00 - 4:50 p.m.
CMPR 622
Thematic Preaching
Thematic Preaching provides instruction and experience in the preparation and delivery of sermons while nurturing growth in the preacher and highlighting the many sources that inform, inspire and challenge preaching in Unitarian Universalist ministries. Each class will consist of didactic material, consideration of required reading, class discussion and sermon deliveries and reviews. All grades will be SAT/UNSAT unless otherwise requested. Grading will be based on growth in preaching preparation and presentation, on class participation, and on written assignments. Limit: 12. This course fulfills the CMPR distribution requirement.
Fall - Course Closed
CMPR 622F
Thematic Preaching
Thematic Preaching provides instruction and experience in the preparation and delivery of sermons while nurturing growth in the preacher and highlighting the many sources that inform, inspire and challenge preaching in Unitarian Universalist ministries. Each class will consist of didactic material, consideration of required reading, class discussion and sermon deliveries and reviews. All grades will be SAT/UNSAT unless otherwise requested. Grading will be based on growth in preaching preparation and presentation, on class participation, and on written assignments. Limit: 12. This course fulfills the CMPR distribution requirement.
Fall - Monday, 6:00 - 8:50 p.m.
CMPR 622S
Thematic Preaching
Thematic Preaching provides instruction and experience in the preparation and delivery of sermons while nurturing growth in the preacher and highlighting the many sources that inform, inspire and challenge preaching in Unitarian Universalist ministries. Each class will consist of didactic material, consideration of required reading, class discussion and sermon deliveries and reviews. All grades will be SAT/UNSAT unless otherwise requested. Grading will be based on growth in preaching preparation and presentation, on class participation, and on written assignments. Limit: 12. This course fulfills the CMPR distribution requirement.
Spring - Monday, 2:00 - 4:50 p.m.
CMPR 625F
Holistic Preaching
The focus of this course is a holistic approach to preaching that explores various methods and theories of sermon development and construction, and examines issues around the formation of preachers. This is an experiential learning course that will utilize the following modes of learning in order to develop and enhance our preaching abilities: lectures, class discussion, videos of notable preachers, small group dialogues, writing exercises, in-class preaching with feedback sessions, and movement and voice exercises. Limit: 12.
Fall - Monday, 2:00 - 4:50 p.m.
CMPR 722S
Thematic Preaching
Thematic Preaching provides instruction and experience in the preparation and delivery of sermons while nurturing growth in the preacher and highlighting the many sources that inform, inspire and challenge preaching in Unitarian Universalist ministries. Each class will consist of didactic material, consideration of required reading, class discussion and sermon deliveries and reviews. All grades will be SAT/UNSAT unless otherwise requested. Grading will be based on growth in preaching preparation and presentation, on class participation, and on written assignments. This course fulfills the CMPR distribution requirement.
Limit: 12
Spring - Monday 2 - 4:50 pm
CMPR 730F
The Jazz of Preaching
Reverend Dr. K. Jones An exploration of preaching soul and style through the music of jazz. Special emphasis will be placed on the musical/sermonic contributions of Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald.
Limit 15
Fall - Thursday 2:00 – 4:50 p.m.
CMPR 745F
In Season and Out: Preaching the Difficult Sermon
Pastors are routinely faced with the challenge of preaching the “difficult” sermon--for example, in the face of congregational conflict or tragedy, national emergency or turmoil, or complex ethical choices. There are also times when the well runs dry, and pastors search for fresh takes on traditional themes, such as at Easter or Christmas. This course will explore strategies and resources for preaching in such circumstances, as well as opportunities for crafting and delivering “difficult” sermons and receiving peer support and feedback. Prerequisite: A previous 600-level preaching course is strongly recommended; instructor’s permission required if no introductory level course has been taken. Limit: 12.
Fall - Tuesday, 9:00 - 11:50 a.m.
CMPR/OLDT 687W
Preaching Boot Camp
For ministerial students and clergy with high self-esteem and/or thick skin, a fortnight of hard work on voice, delivery, content, theological reflection, and posture devoted to growing amazingly soulful preachers. This class is open only to those with significant preaching experience or who have already taken another class on preaching. Additional prerequisite: Intro Scripture courses I or II. Limit: 15. This course can meet the upper-level Scripture or Preaching distributional requirement.
Winter - January 3-14, 9:00 a.m. – noon
CMWO 625S
The Practice of Weekly Worship
An exploration of the “mechanics” of weekly worship in the local Christian congregation, such as preparing a coherent order of worship, writing and editing for worship, working with laity and other ministers (especially the music minister) in coordinating and leading worship, negotiating local custom and controversy, children in worship, the introduction of ritual, styles of presiding, and other matters. A previous introductory course in preaching is strongly recommended. Limit: 24
Spring - Friday, 9:00 - 11:50 a.m.
CMWO 625S [P3]
The Practice of Weekly Worship
Professor-Practitioner Program (P3) designated course for field education students. Limit: 8.
Fall - Friday, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
CMWO 630
Vital Signs: Baptism and Communion in the Worship of the Church
An introduction to the history, diverse theologies, and practice of these foundational rites of the Christian church, with an emphasis on their formative, ethical and pastoral dimensions. Students will have opportunities to practice all the aspects of presiding and administering these ordinances/sacraments, as well as to explore creative possibilities for their celebration in the local church. Limit: 24
Winter - January 4-15, 9:00 a.m. – noon
CMWO 630W
Vital Signs: Baptism and Communion in the Worship of the Church
An introduction to the history, diverse theologies, and practice of these foundational rites of the Christian church, with an emphasis on their formative, ethical and pastoral dimensions. Students will have opportunities to practice all the aspects of presiding and administering these ordinances/sacraments, as well as to explore creative possibilities for their celebration in the local church. Limit: 24
Winter - January 3-14, 9:00 a.m. – noon
CMWO 662
Christian Worship, Christian Music
A critical overview of Christian worship in theological perspective, including anthropological, historical, and practical approaches. With an eye to liturgical leadership, we will press the deceptively simple questions: What is Christian worship? What is it for? Limit: 35.
Fall - Wednesday, 9:00 – 11:50 a.m.
CMWO 662F
Christian Worship, Christian Music
A critical overview of Christian worship in theological perspective, including anthropological, historical, and practical approaches. With an eye to liturgical leadership, we will press the deceptively simple questions: What is Christian worship? What is it for? This course fulfills the CMWO distribution requirement.
Limit: 35
Fall - Wednesday 9:00 - 11:50 a.m.
CMWO 662F
Introduction to Christian Worship, Christian Music
A critical overview of Christian worship in theological perspective, including anthropological, historical, and practical approaches. With an eye to liturgical leadership, we will press the deceptively simple questions: What is Christian worship? What is it for? Limit: 35.
Fall - Wednesday, 9:00 - 11:50 a.m.
CMWO 664 [P3]
Seasons of Celebration: Worshiping through the Liturgical Year
Professor-Practitioner Program (P3) designated course for field education students. Limit: 8.
Spring - Monday, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
CMWO 664/864
Seasons of Celebration: Worshiping through the Liturgical Year
An introduction to worship shaped by the seasons and festivals of the Christian calendar, with attention to the power of sacred cycles to form congregations in a distinctive pattern of Christian life. Limit: 24.
Spring - Monday, 9:00 – 11:50 a.m. CLOSED
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.
