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Event Dates	Event Name
1/13/2020 - 12/4/2020	Life and Thought of John Wesley - H302 John Wesley was the founder of Methodism whose understanding of theology was influential in Brethren in Christ history. Since he was an evangelist and pastor, Wesley's concern was how theology helped the people to whom he ministered; he was not a systematic theologian. You will learn to know Wesley as an individual as well as gain an understanding of his contribution to BIC theology. Syllabus writer: Luke Keefer, Jr., Ph.D.; facilitator: Peter Von Keyserling, D.Min. Fall Term - 8/31 - 11/30 ($150.00) Summer term - 5/4 - 8/7 ($150.00)
1/13/2020 - 12/4/2020	Synoptic Gospels - B202r Using the techniques of inductive Bible study, this required course focuses on discovering the uniqueness of each Synoptic Gospel (Matthew, Mark, Luke) and how it relates to the others. The textbook, which provides background readings and questions to guide your thinking, will become a personal resource containing your own observations. After carefully studying Jesus' teachings, you will consider their implications for contemporary living and prepare a sermon or lessons for your congregation. Syllabus writer and facilitator: Serounian Keir, M.Div. Fall Term - 8/31 - 11/30 ($150.00) Summer Term - 5/4 - 8/7 ($150.00)
1/13/2020 - 12/4/2020	Paul and Letters - B203 In this course you will follow the Apostle Paul's travels and ministry in The Acts of the Apostles and then consider each of his letters to the early church. Your weekly journal entries will address historical and social settings as well as theological and ethical emphases. After completing this comprehensive introduction, you will be well-grounded in Pauline literature. Syllabus writer: Rob Douglass, Ph.D.; facilitator: Kevin Lay, B.S. Fall Term - 8/31 - 11/30 ($150.00) Summer Term - 5/4 - 8/7 ($150.00)
1/13/2020 - 12/4/2020	Practical Tools for Pastors M109 This course will prepare students for the unique opportunities and challenges in day-to-day ministry. Subjects such as time management, ministerial ethics, weddings, baby dedications, funerals, baptism, communion, and visitation basics will be presented in a practical way through a series of readings, exercises, and practical experiences. Syllabus writer and facilitator: Keith Tyson, M.Div. Fall Term - 8/31 - 11/30 ($150.00)
1/13/2020 - 12/4/2020	Congregational Care of Older - M131 This course equips students to enhance the quality of life and well-being for older people within the context of a local congregation. Through readings and other assignments, students gain insight into how older people may find meaning in later life and learn methods for working with older adults across the health-illness continuum. Attention is also given to the pastoral caregiver's role in relating to older people in the congregation. Syllabus writer and facilitator: Linda Lambert, M.Div. Fall Term - 8/31 - 11/30/2020 ($150.00)
1/13/2020 - 12/4/2020	Evangelsim - M102r This required course approaches the subject of evangelism from a broad perspective. Students will explore evangelism on three levels: the prevailing United States culture's view of evangelism; evangelism in the context of the local church; and embracing evangelism as a lifestyle. Syllabus writer and facilitator; Chad Wenger, B.S. Fall Term - 8/31 - 11/30 ($150.00)
1/13/2020 - 12/4/2020	Bible Survey - B101r Begin your study with this comprehensive look at the whole Bible. From Genesis to Revelation you will read significant passages of scripture which represent the major biblical themes and genres. Probing questions will help you focus on the meaning of each passage and its relevance to life today. This wide-angle view of the Bible sets the context for further, more focused, study and is a required prerequisite for subsequent Bible courses. Syllabus writer and facilitator: Stephen Lane, D.Min. Fall Term - 8/31 - 11/30 ($150.00) Spring Term - 1/13-4/17 ($150.00) Summer Term - 5/4 - 8/7 ($150.00)
1/13/2020 - 12/4/2020	Biblical Interpretation - B103r This course will provide an introduction to biblical interpretation and will examine the historical, cultural and literary contexts of the biblical documents, and will consider the Brethren in Christ beliefs about the Bible and the Brethren in Christ approach to reading and interpreting the Bible. By the end of the course you will learn to articulate your own perspective on biblical interpretation, the presuppositions that lie beneath it, and what it means for your own community. Syllabus writer: Alan Robinson, Ph.D..; facilitator: Tim Fisher, D.Min. Fall Term - 8/31 - 11/30 ($150.00) Spring Term - 1/13 - 4/17 ($150.00) Summer Term - 5/4 - 8/7 ($150.00)
1/13/2020 - 12/4/2020	Basic Christian Doctrine - T101r In this required course, you will deal with the classic understandings of Christian theology. It is designed to assist the student in thinking clearly about the implications and significance of basic theology for one's own development as a follower of Jesus, and for teaching the meaning of being a follower of Jesus within the Brethren in Christ Church. Syllabus writer and facilitator: John Yeatts, Ph.D. Fall Term - 8/31 - 11/30 ($150.00) Spring Term - 1/13 - 4/17 ($150.00)
1/13/2020 - 12/4/2020	Discerning Gods Call - M105 What is God's call to me and how do I respond to it? Participants in this course will complete a variety of assessment activities to aid in identifying God's call on their lives and to evaluate the gifts, skills and experiences they bring to ministry. They will also meet regularly with a mentor they have chosen for feedback, modeling and encouragement. Syllabus writer: Ken Hoke, D.Min.; facilitator: Sherri Flohr, M.A. Fall Term - 8/31-11/30 ($150.00) Spring Term - 1/13 - 4/17 ($150.00) Summer Term - 5/4 - 8/7 ($150.00)
1/13/2020 - 12/4/2020	Heartfelt Faith - H203 The Brethren in Christ began out of a Pietistic revival, but what is Pietism? This course begins with the German roots of Pietism and then explores its history, theological concerns, and contributions to Western Christianity. You will keep a notebook of significant information based on your readings and will write a summary paper on Pietism's influence on the Brethren in Christ after reading articles by Brethren in Christ authors. Syllabus writer: Luke Keefer, Jr., Ph.D.; facilitator: Micah Brickner, M.A. Fall Term - 8/31 - 11/30 ($150.00) Spring Term - 1/13 - 4/17 ($150.00)
1/13/2020 - 12/4/2020	Study of BIC Core Values - M100r This course is designed to help participants understand and appreciate the stated core values of the Brethren in Christ Church in the U.S. and Canada and explore ways to integrate these values into their life and ministry. Syllabus writer and facilitator: John Arthur Brubaker, B.A. Fall Term - 8/31 - 11/30/2020 ($150.00) Spring Term - 1/13 - 4/17 ($150.00)