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Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
(Boston and South Hamilton Campuses)
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OL912
Aramaic
BTI Category
Languages
Semester
SP26
A study of the grammar of biblical Aramaic, followed by a reading of the Aramaic portions of Ezra and Daniel, as well as short extra biblical Aramaic texts.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Nation, Trey
T
6-9pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prereq: OL502
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CH/WM603
History of Missions
BTI Category
Church History/History of Religions
Semester
SP26
This course provides an overview of the historical progress of the�Christian missions from its inception to the present. It seeks to explore Christian missions from historical�and missiological perspectives, and identify the different mission patterns or paradigms characteristic of�different eras and regions. �
Professor
Class Day & Time
Yao, Xiyi
See notes
Fri 6:30-9:30pm; Sat 8:30am-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Module 1: Jan. 30-31, Feb. 27-28, Mar. 27-28
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CO614
Family Systems Theory
BTI Category
Practical/Pastoral Theology
Semester
SP26
This course provides an introduction to Family Systems Theory.� It is an introduction to systemic thinking as it relates to individual and family function. The course provides an opportunity for evaluating the various theoretical approaches by comparison with biblical/theological concepts of family and family function. This class is a foundational course for CO714.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Binette, Neil
R
6-9pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CO717
Counseling in Abuse and Intimate Partner Violence
BTI Category
Practical/Pastoral Theology
Semester
SP26
The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the issues associated with abuse and intimate partner violence. Students will be introduced to the broad scope of abuse and intimate partner violence and the inevitable consequences for the individuals and the systems involved. Students will examine the issues around abuse and violence from a biblical and theological perspective in order to form a substantial Christian response to this growing problem. Students will develop evidence-based models for treatment and prevention.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Mason, Karen
R
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
GL502
Basic Greek II
BTI Category
Languages
Semester
SP26
Continues GL501 expanding grammar and vocabulary. Emphasis on translation�and analysis of basic grammatical structures and functions. Students continue in same format and small�sections as GL501. Prerequisite: GL501.�
Professor
Class Day & Time
Keazirian, Ed
MWF
8-8:50am
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prereq: GL501
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT501
Exploring the New Testament
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP26
Introduction to the New Testament, providing a framework to understand its message as a whole, as well as the particular message of each book. The course focuses on historical, literary, and theological aspects of the New Testament.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Ciampa, Roy
R
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT649
Exegesis of Revelation
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP26
Exegesis of the Apocalypse in its historical setting and Old Testament�context, interpreting its meaning in both the first century and today. Special attention is given to the�occasion and purpose, structure and theological content of the letter. �Prerequisite: GL502 and NT502.
Professor
Class Day & Time
McDonough, Sean
M
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prereq: NT502
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OL502
Hebrew II
BTI Category
Languages
Semester
SP26
Continuation of OL 501 with sustained emphasis on mastery of grammar and�vocabulary. OL 502 will emphasize reading from the Hebrew Old Testament with introduction of some�rudiments of exegetical method. �Prerequisite: OL501.�
Professor
Class Day & Time
Petter, Donna
TR
9:35-11am
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OT750
Old Testament Prophetical Books
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP26
A study of the institution and contribution of the prophets from the perspective of various sub genres (call narratives, salvation oracles, judgment oracles, etc.). �Includes a brief survey of the prophets, and exegesis of selected passages in the prophetic literature. The course draws from Exodus to emphasize the theological backdrop of the prophets. �
Professor
Class Day & Time
Petter, Donna
T
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prereq: OT511
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
TH502
Theology Survey II
BTI Category
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
SP26
A study of the person and work of Christ, predestination, conversion,�justification, sanctification, and the work of the Holy Spirit; perseverance; the nature and mission of the�church; sacraments; eschatology. �
Professor
Class Day & Time
Vidu, Adonis
F
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prereq: TH501
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
CH/SF633
The Spirituality of Jonathan Edwards
BTI Category
Church History/History of Religions
Semester
SP26
Jonathan Edwards is one of the seminal figures in the history of the American church and beyond due to his particular combination of academic excellence and his pastoral and spiritual depth.� This course will survey the breadth of Edwards�s contributions�philosophically, theologically, historically, exegetically, and ecclesiastically�in order to examine how he integrated God�s Word, his world, and his inner spiritual life.� Edwards will also serve as a model�positively or negatively�for the development of a personal, spiritual formation.� Furthermore, this course will explore the legacy of Jonathan Edwards as a seminal figure in American and international evangelicalism.� His biblicism, rationalism, apocalypticism, missional convictions, revivalism, spiritual psychology, and ethics continue to echo through the evangelical church today.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Cuthbert, Christian
W
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CH/TH657
Life and Theology of Karl Barth
BTI Category
Church History/History of Religions
Semester
SP26
This course presents Barth�s life and theology through�lectures, readings and discussions in order to gain a critical understanding of the main themes in his�theology and their relevance for our own understanding of Christian faith and ministry. ��� � � � � �
Professor
Class Day & Time
Vidu, Adonis
T
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CL/WM615
Cross-Cultural Leadership
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
SP26
Different leaders have different skill sets and competencies. This individual-level variance is coupled with external factors: cultural & social environments present different demands, limits, rights, and processes. Though all leaders have unique gifts, they must be able to work within the boundaries of such variants. The focus of this course is the study of leadership, specifically learning how to lead in cross cultural contexts. The course is designed to help students reflect deeply on their cultural values, evaluate one�s leadership focus, and analyze (with peers) their own leadership failures.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Cho, Eun Ah
R
6-9pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CO635
Crisis and Trauma Counseling
BTI Category
Practical/Pastoral Theology
Semester
SP26
This course will examine the foundations, contextual dimensions, and basic knowledge and skills of crisis and trauma counseling. The effects of developmental processes and transitions, disaster, situational crises and other trauma-causing events will be addressed. It will focus on trauma-informed counseling practices and interventions to conceptualize and treat client presentation. Additional emphasis will be given to crisis incident stress management, psychological first aid, spiritual first aid, and counselor self-care.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Kim, Angie
T
9:30am-12:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
ET501
Christian Ethics
BTI Category
Ethics (all traditions)
Semester
SP26
An exploration of how Christians can make and enact good, wise, and faithful�ethical choices and develop moral character and community in the midst of a complex world. The course�will examine: (1) the foundations of Christian Ethics, especially in Holy Scripture; (2) the contexts of�contemporary ethical issues; (3) the methods of moral discernment and decision making; and (4) the�relationship of Christian ethics to that of the surrounding culture and society. �Lectures, case studies, and�discussion will be employed in an attempt to gain wisdom, understanding, character, and a prophetic voice�relative to the moral issues in church and society. ��� � � � � ��
Professor
Class Day & Time
Ridenour, Autumn
W
6-9pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
IS/WM520
Understanding Culture
BTI Category
Practical/Pastoral Theology
Semester
SP26
The subject of this course is the cultural anthropological and missiological study of culture. It is designed to both challenge and support students to grow in their cultural awareness, and to also develop cross-cultural competence for building healthy and God-honoring relationships within diverse communities. Lectures, guided by the Bible and theories and data of anthropology, will encourage students to create environments that make God�s reconciling initiatives apparent in church life and in our missional engagement with our neighbors and express the gospel in ways that both celebrate our differences and bring us toward unity in Jesus Christ.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Cho, Eun Ah
T
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT613
Exegesis of Mark
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP26
This course follows a sequential exegetical assessment of the Gospel of Mark, with the purpose of sharpening the exegetical skills learned in NT502 and developing familiarity with the Gospel�s historical background, as well as its narrative and theological features, with particular emphasis on Jesus� identity, mission and discipleship teaching.� � � � �Prerequisite: GL502 and NT502.�� �
Professor
Class Day & Time
de Campos, Mateus
R
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prereq: NT502
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
OL501
Hebrew I
BTI Category
Languages
Semester
SP26
Introduces basic grammar and vocabulary of biblical Hebrew, emphasizing the�importance of Hebrew language for understanding the Old Testament.�
Professor
Class Day & Time
Day, Quonekuia
R
6:30-9:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
OT552
Exodus in Depth
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP26
Students will explore the content, interpretive, and theological issues raised and addressed in the book of Exodus. This course will also provide the student with sufficient knowledge of Hebrew and Greek to do Hebrew and Greek word studies. No previous knowledge of Hebrew or Greek is expected or required for this course.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Day, Quonekuia
See notes
Fri 6:30-9:30pm; Sat 8:30am-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Module 4: Feb. 20-21, Mar. 20-21, Apr. 24-25
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
SE571
Christian Ethics & Social Issues
BTI Category
Ethics (all traditions)
Semester
SP26
Seeks to develop the student�s theological ethical reflections,�social analysis, and types of action for ministering to crucial social issues. �Our three step approach will be:�1) clarification, 2) conceptualization, and 3) confrontation. Issues include: urbanization, economic justice,�and environmental ethics. ��� � � � � �
Professor
Class Day & Time
Price, Thomas
See notes
Sat 8:30am-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Module 4 Saturdays: Feb. 21, Mar. 21, Apr. 25
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
TH677
Theology of Grace
BTI Category
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
SP26
This course will explore key debates in the theology of grace, addressing doctrines like common grace, justification, predestination, the sacraments, sanctification, and the Christian life. Special emphasis will be given to how the theology of grace shapes Christian ethics and pastoral ministry.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Butner, Glenn
R
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
TH677
Theology of Grace
BTI Category
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
SP26
This course will explore key debates in the theology of grace, addressing doctrines like common grace, justification, predestination, the sacraments, sanctification, and the Christian life. Special emphasis will be given to how the theology of grace shapes Christian ethics and pastoral ministry.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Butner, Glenn
R
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
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