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Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
(Boston and South Hamilton Campuses)
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CH/SF591
Dynamics of Spiritual Life
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA24
Drawing on the Creation-Redemption narrative and the riches of the history of Christian Spirituality, the course presents a comprehensive model of spirituality that can be used in personal renewal, spiritual formation, direction, discipleship, and counseling. Combining theory and praxis, it explores key spiritual dynamics, equipping for ministry to those seeking a deeper life with Christ.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Adams, Gwenfair
R
6-9pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CH501
The Church to the Reformation
BTI Category
Church History/History of Religions
Semester
FA24
A general survey of the history of the Christian church from its founding at Pentecost to the Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Isaac, Gordon
T
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
CL654
Leadership in Urban Ministry
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA24
Emphasis is given to equipping, leading, and supporting urban Christians in and for their various callings in home, community, church, and workplace through the educational ministry of the local congregation. Helps students to identify their own leadership opportunities, to consider their own leadership assets, and to develop others.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Lloyd, J. Anthony
TBD
TBD
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
ET501
Christian Ethics
BTI Category
Ethics (all traditions)
Semester
FA24
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
M
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
GL601
Intermediate Greek
BTI Category
Languages
Semester
FA24
Systematic study of Greek beyond GL 502, combined with close reading and detailed grammatical analysis of several complex passages in the New Testament. Emphasis on grammatical analysis, not full exegesis, of passages.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Keazirian, Ed
W
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
GL502
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
MC/SE602
Church & Community: Intro to Public Ministry Church
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA24
This course introduces students to important strategies for social ministry, such as, congregation-based community organizing, community development, and others, designed to facilitate a holistic social ministry and prophetic role in the community and exploring as avenues towards gospel faithfulness and shalom in the city. The biblical/theological bases for social responsibility are explored.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Wright, Annette
TBD
TBD
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
MC520
Communication for Ministry and Career
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA24
Effective communication in professional and ministry settings—public speaking, seminars, small groups, meetings, blogging, and podcasting. Application of communication theory to praxis.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Arthurs, Jeff
See notes
Fri 6:30-9:30pm; Sat 8:30am-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Sept. 27-28, Oct 25-26, Nov. 22-23
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT/OT517
Interpreting the Bible
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
An introduction to essential bibliographical tools necessary for Bible study and an orientation to the key issues in the field of hermeneutics.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Day, Quonekuia
T
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
OT500, NT501
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
NT501
Exploring the New Testament
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
Introduction to the field of New Testament studies, highlighting central New Testament themes, issues, events, and persons.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Arnold, Mark
TBD
TBD
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT502
Interpreting the New Testament
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
Attention given to a variety of methods of interpretation (textual, lexical, grammatical, historical, literary) and bibliographic tools. Students prepare exegesis papers on the basis of the Greek text. Must complete OT500, NT501, and GL502 before this course.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Ciampa, Roy
R
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
GL502, NT501
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT615
Exegesis of Luke
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
An exegesis of the Greek text in light of the ancient Greco-Roman and Jewish world with attention to the exegesis of narrative, historical accuracy and context, theological themes, structure, and application.
Professor
Class Day & Time
McDonough, Sean
TBD
TBD
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
NT502
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OL501
Hebrew I
BTI Category
Languages
Semester
FA24
Introduces basic grammar and vocabulary of biblical Hebrew, emphasizing the importance of Hebrew language for understanding the Old Testament.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Petter, Donna
TR
9:35-11am
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OT500
Exploring the Old Testament
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
Introduces history, literature and thought of Old Testament as reflected in its major divisions and individual books. Designed and recommended for those who have not had a systematic survey of the Old Testament, enabling them to proceed with seminary-level studies.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Nation, Trey
R
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OT511
Interpreting the Old Testament
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
The primary objective of this course is to introduce students to the methods and principles of interpreting the Old Testament, so that they might become effective preachers and teachers of God’s word. Must complete OT500, NT501, and OL502 before this course.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Park, Seong
M
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
OL502, OT500
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OT750
Old Testament Prophetical Books
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
A study of the nature and techniques of Old Testament poetry, including: metrics,
line and strophic structure, historical-grammatical exegesis and text criticism. Special introduction to the various poetical
books of the Old Testament and samples of exegesis, emphasizing the Psalms.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Van Pelt, Miles
T
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
OT511
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
SE630
Redeeming Capitalism
BTI Category
Ethics (all traditions)
Semester
FA24
To help students understand the relationship between theology and economics and to apply what they have learned to their ministries and/or Christian discipleship.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Barnes, Ken
See notes
Fri 6:30-9:30pm; Sat 8:30am-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Oct. 4-5, Nov. 1-2, Dec. 6-7
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
TH501
Theology Survey I
BTI Category
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
FA24
A study of theological method, revelation, inspiration, and canon of scripture; existence and attributes of God; Trinity; creation and providence; human nature; original and actual sin.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Vidu, Adonis
F
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
THXXX
Sin and Evil
BTI Category
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
FA24
TBD
Professor
Class Day & Time
Butner, Glenn
T
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CH/SF/TH619
Reformation Era Spirituality
BTI Category
Church History/History of Religions
Semester
FA24
This course will highlight the distinctive contributions of the Reformers over against the background of the dominating medieval spirituality to which it is an answer and the context of ongoing competing spiritualities of the time.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Isaac, Gordon
M
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CH500
Survey of Church History
BTI Category
Church History/History of Religions
Semester
FA24
A general survey of the history of the Christian church from its founding at Pentecost to the present day.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Cuthbert, Christian
TBD
TBD
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CL/MC634
Conflict Management in Life & Ministry
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA24
This course focuses on the dynamics of interpersonal conflict management, with principles broadened to apply to contexts of church, ministry, and other systems.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Horvath, Katherine
M
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
EM502
Educational Ministry of the Church
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA24
This course provides a broad overview of the critical issues concerning the teaching ministry of the church. Students will be challenged to develop a philosophy of educational ministry with a focus on Christian formation.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Batten, Pat
T
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
GL501
Basic Greek I
BTI Category
Languages
Semester
FA24
Students with little or no prior knowledge of Greek study the basic grammar and vocabulary of New Testament Greek. Course comprises plenary lectures, smaller sectional meetings, translation of selected New Testament passages, tutorials, and computer assisted instruction.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Keazirian, Ed
MWF
8:00-8:50am
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
MC/PC608
Pastoral Care in the Urban Church
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA24
This seminar will seek to help the urban pastor to discern some of the chronic problems and conflicts confronted by youth, adults, and senior citizens as they struggle for survival amid tension, frustration, and change in the daily, inner-city experience of living and how to deal creatively and constructively with such problems.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Celestin, Carlot
TBD
TBD
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
MC/SF501
Spiritual Formation for Ministry
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA24
The foundational course in the Division of Practical Theology and an introduction to theological seminary. A beginning working knowledge of spiritual formation leading to a lifetime of continuing education. Spiritual exercise and small group practice for personal application and for leadership in the church.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Adams, Gwenfair
T
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
MC701
Pastoral Ministry
BTI Category
Practical/Pastoral Theology
Semester
FA24
Examines the roles and functions of pastoral work as designated in Scripture and various traditions. Ministerial identity and foundational pastoral tasks are discussed. Emphasizes practical aspects of pastoral ministry.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Lin, Davi
R
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT/OT594
Biblical Theology
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
This English Bible course explores the unity and diversity of Scripture both methodologically and through various themes (e.g., covenant, kingdom, Christology, pneumatology, ecclesiology, and mission).
Professor
Class Day & Time
McDonough, Sean
TBD
TBD
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
NT/OT517 or NT502 or OT511
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
NT502
Interpreting the New Testament
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
Attention given to a variety of methods of interpretation (textual, lexical, grammatical, historical, literary) and bibliographic tools. Students prepare exegesis papers on the basis of the Greek text. Must complete OT500, NT501, and GL502 before this course.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Spencer, Aida
W (see notes)
6:00-9:00pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
GL502, NT501 ; Wednesdays: Sept. 11, 25; Oct. 9, 23; Nov 6, 20; Dec 4
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT571
The Hellenistic World of the New Testament
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
Reading and analysis of primary documents in Graeco Roman religious and philosophical thought germane to New Testament literature and theology.
Professor
Class Day & Time
McDonough, Sean
TBD
TBD
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT630
Exegesis of Philippians
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
Exegesis of the Greek text with examination of principal theological themes in the context of Paul’s apostolic mission and his relationship to the church in Philippi.
Professor
Class Day & Time
de Campos, Mateus
TBD
TBD
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
NT502
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OL910
Intermediate Hebrew Grammar
BTI Category
Languages
Semester
FA24
An intensive study of Hebrew grammatical issues through a direct study of the Hebrew Bible and interaction with the secondary literature.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Stuart, Doug
M
6-9pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
OL502
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
OT511
Interpreting the Old Testament
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
The primary objective of this course is to introduce students to the methods and principles of interpreting the Old Testament, so that they might become effective preachers and teachers of God’s word. Must complete OT500, NT501, and OL502 before this course.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Day, Quonekuia
TBD
TBD
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
OL502, OT500
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OT627
Exegesis in Exodus
BTI Category
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
FA24
Students will be introduced to the objectives, methods and tools of Hebrew exegesis and principles of hermeneutics. Emphasis upon the Plague Narratives, Passover, Covenant, Decalogue, Tabernacle and the great moment of redemption in the Old Testament.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Petter, Donna
T
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
OT511
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
PR601
Preaching: Principles & Practices
BTI Category
Preaching, Liturgy, & Ritual
Semester
FA24
An introduction to the principles of preparing relevant biblical sermons. Lectures and exercises cover a stage-by-stage explanation of how preachers think as they prepare to preach. Recitation sessions provide opportunity for students to preach with critique by the professor.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Arthurs, Jeff
M
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
NT502 or OT511
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
TH501
Theology Survey I
BTI Category
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
FA24
A study of theological method, revelation, inspiration, and canon of scripture; existence and attributes of God; Trinity; creation and providence; human nature; original and actual sin.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Spencer, William
W (see notes)
6:00-9:00pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Wednesdays: Sept. 11, 25; Oct. 9, 23; Nov 6, 20; Dec 4
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
TH606
Modern Theology
BTI Category
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
FA24
From the end of the Reformation period, representative figures and movements are studied in order to better understand current orientations to theology and to the theological task. Focus is on the development of Protestant theology in the context of modern European thought and culture; including Protestant Orthodoxy, Deism, Protestant Liberalism, and Neo Orthodoxy.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Vidu, Adonis
M
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
WM601
World Mission of the Church
BTI Category
Church History/History of Religions
Semester
FA24
Recognizing the responsibility of all Christians to complete Christ’s commission, this course gives an overview of the strategic and historical progress of worldwide missions today. The ways in which a local congregation can fulfill its worldwide biblical mandate are also considered.
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?
Synchronous
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Sept. 13-14, Nov. 8-9, Dec. 13-14
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