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Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
(Boston and South Hamilton Campuses)

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston

CH/SF591

Dynamics of Spiritual Life

BTI Category

Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills

Semester

FA25

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

W

6-9pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston

CH/WM621

The Church in China: Suffering and Witnessing

BTI Category

Sociology/Ethnography/Research Methods

Semester

FA25

In contemporary discourse of missional church, the Chinese Church, especially the house church movement feature prominently, and often serve as a model of minority churches witnessing in an unfriendly world. By providing a survey and interpretation of the Christian presence in China from the 7th century to the present, this course provides an opportunity to examine the Church in China as a missional church, and to draw lessons for global church in the 21st century.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Yao, Xiyi

F Sat

Fri 6:30-9:30pm; Sat 8:30am-4:30pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

Sept. 12-13, Nov. 7-8, Dec. 12-13

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

CH500

Survey of Church History

BTI Category

Church History/History of Religions

Semester

FA25

A general survey of the history of the Christian church from its founding�at Pentecost to the present day.�Not for students who have taken both CH501 and CH502.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Cuthbert, Christian

W

1:30-4:30pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

N

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

CO611

Theories of Personality

BTI Category

Practical/Pastoral Theology

Semester

FA25

Students will gain an understanding of and will critique of the historical and contemporary theories of personality development from a biblical and theological perspective. In this course, students develop a deep understanding of their own personality and how it interrelates with other personalities in the counseling session. Students also reflect on personality as a mediator between psychopathology and well-being and how models of abnormal personality apply to clinical situations and translate into practical therapeutic interventions.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Domigan, Paul

W

1:30-4:30pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

ET/TH693

Augustine, Restlessness, and Belonging in the Digital Age

BTI Category

Ethics (all traditions)

Semester

FA25

Since the advent of smartphones and social media, Silicon Valley and big tech�s influence on individual and societal behavior continues to grow. A return to theological sources for ethical assessment is needed to critically evaluate our social context increasingly defined by persuasive media algorithms that often reduce agency to impulse, objectification, and commodification. Although separated by time and space, the perceptive insights of North African bishop, St. Augustine of Hippo, are relevant for today�s digital challenges. His emphasis on restlessness, desire, vulnerability, power, empire, belonging, love, and humility hold significant impact for Christian theology and ethics. This course will explore the psychological, philosophical, and theological connections between contemporary tech critics and one of Christianity�s seminal patristic authors.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Ridenour, Autumn

F Sat

Fri 6:30-9:30pm; Sat 8:30am-4:30pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

Sept. 19-20, Oct. 17-18, Nov. 14-15

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

MC/PC608

Pastoral Care in the Urban Church

BTI Category

Practical/Pastoral Theology

Semester

FA25

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

T

6-9pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

MC/SF501

Spiritual Formation for Ministry

BTI Category

Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills

Semester

FA25

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?

N

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

NT/OT517

Interpreting the Bible

BTI Category

Scripture & Biblical Studies

Semester

FA25

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?

N

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

Y

Notes

Prerequisites: OT500, NT501

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

NT502

Interpreting the New Testament

BTI Category

Scripture & Biblical Studies

Semester

FA25

This course is designed to introduce students to the variety of methods (textual, lexical, grammatical, historical, literary) involved in the interpretation of the text of the New Testament. Pre-reqs OT500, NT501, and GL502.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Spencer, Aida

W

6-9pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

Y

Notes

Prerequisites: GL502, NT501

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

NT617

Gospel of John

BTI Category

Scripture & Biblical Studies

Semester

FA25

Exegesis of the Greek text, with special focus on John�s portrayal of Jesus, the�divine family, and the formation of the new family of believers. � Prerequisite: GL502 and NT502.�

Professor

Class Day & Time

McDonough, Sean

M

1:30-4:30pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

Y

Notes

Prerequisites: NT502

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

OL501

Hebrew I

BTI Category

Languages

Semester

FA25

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?

N

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

OT500

Exploring the Old Testament

BTI Category

Scripture & Biblical Studies

Semester

FA25

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

T

1:30-4:30pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

N

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

Y

Notes

Prerequisites: OL502, OT500

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

OT511

Interpreting the Old Testament

BTI Category

Scripture & Biblical Studies

Semester

FA25

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?

N

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

Y

Notes

Prerequisites: OT511

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

OT635

Exegesis in Judges

BTI Category

Scripture & Biblical Studies

Semester

FA25

An exegetical study of Judges designed to introduce the methods of OT�exegesis and hermeneutics. Attention will be given to the book�s literary structure, dominant�biblical theological themes and various legal ethical issues. Prerequisite: OT511.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Day, Quonekuia

F Sat

Fri 6:30-9:30pm; Sat 8:30am-4:30pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

Oct. 3-4, Oct. 31-Nov. 1, Dec. 5-6

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

TH662

Retrieving Classical Theism

BTI Category

Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)

Semester

FA25

TBA

Professor

Class Day & Time

Butner, Glenn

R

9am-12pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston

CH/SF667

C.S. Lewis' Life, Works, and Spirituality

BTI Category

Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills

Semester

FA25

Explores the writings and spiritual pilgrimage of one�of the most influential figures of the twentieth century. �From County Down to Cambridge University,�through two World Wars and a wardrobe, to Narnia and Perelandra, the course follows the life and work of�the myth loving medieval professor, apologist, children�s author, and Inkling.�

Professor

Class Day & Time

Adams, Gwenfair

R

6-9pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston

CH/WM653

History of Christian-Muslim Relations

BTI Category

Interreligious Learning

Semester

FA25

This course explores the complex relationship between Christians and Muslims throughout the entire history of Islam, giving attention to the historical and scriptural sources that speak on or about each other and their usage by Christian and Muslim interlocutors. The focus of the course will be to introduce students to the origins of the encounter, the diversity of historical contexts of the Middle East, Central Asia, Europe and North America, and how those encounters have been interpreted. Students will engage in historical research on specific topics to develop their own critical perspectives on Christian-Muslim relations for public engagement. Utilizing film, music, maps, artwork, documents, and travel literature, this course highlights both high and low points between the world�s two largest religions. Special attention is given to the Golden Age of Islam, Medieval Spain, St. Francis, and global demographics of Christians and Muslims.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Johnson, Todd

T

9am-12pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

CH501

The Church to the Reformation

BTI Category

Church History/History of Religions

Semester

FA25

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

M

1:30-4:30pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

CO709

Counseling in Addictive Behaviors

BTI Category

Practical/Pastoral Theology

Semester

FA25

This course will cover prevention and intervention with addictive behaviors.� The course will address etiology, assessment and models of treatment. Students will explore a theology of addiction and a Christian response to prevention and intervention.

Professor

Class Day & Time

John, Jenny & DeSouza, Valter

F Sat

Fri 6:30-9:30pm; Sat 8:30am-4:30pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

Sept. 26-27, Oct. 24-25, Nov. 21-22

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

GL501

Basic Greek I

BTI Category

Languages

Semester

FA25

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

8-8:50pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

N

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

MC/SE602

Church & Community: Intro to Public Ministry Church

BTI Category

Practical/Pastoral Theology

Semester

FA25

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 faith_fulness and shalom in the city. The�biblical/theological bases for social responsibility are explored. � � ��� � � � � �

Professor

Class Day & Time

Wright, Annette

Sat

8:30am-4:30pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

Sept. 27, Oct. 25, Nov. 22

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

MC701

Pastoral Ministry

BTI Category

Practical/Pastoral Theology

Semester

FA25

This course examines the call, identity, office, character, relationships, authority, and spiritual formation and maturation of the Christian pastor. These aspects of pastoral ministry are viewed from biblical and theological perspectives. Historical and cultural dimensions will also be considered. Items presented include the following: Calling, Identity, Roles and Expectations of the Pastor; Church Culture and its relation to the Larger Culture; Worship and Liturgy; Baptism (children and adults) and Child Dedication; Communion; Weddings; Funerals and Grief Work; Pastoral Care; Church Finances; Clergy Ethics; Sexual Ethics and Behavior; Legal Matters, Staff Relationships; Conflict Management; Leadership Development and Resilience.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Ribeiro Lin, Davi

R

9am-12pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

N

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

NT502

Interpreting the New Testament

BTI Category

Scripture & Biblical Studies

Semester

FA25

This course is designed to introduce students to the variety of methods (textual, lexical, grammatical, historical, literary) involved in the interpretation of the text of the New Testament. Pre-reqs OT500, NT501, and GL502.

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?

Y

Notes

Prerequisites: GL502, NT501

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

NT572

The Jewish World of the New Testament

BTI Category

Scripture & Biblical Studies

Semester

FA25

In order better to interpret the New Testament, the�course will survey the history, literature and practices of Judaism from the Maccabean revolt (175 BC) to�the great revolt under Hadrian (AD 135). ��� �

Professor

Class Day & Time

McDonough, Sean

F

9am-12pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

NT628

Exegesis of Ephesians

BTI Category

Scripture & Biblical Studies

Semester

FA25

This course follows a sequential exegetical assessment of Ephesians, with the purpose of sharpening the exegetical skills learned in NT502, improving knowledge of New Testament Greek, and developing familiarity with the letter�s argument and theology. Special attention is given to Paul's Christology and ecclesiology. 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

Prerequisites: NT502

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

OL910

Intermediate Hebrew Grammar

BTI Category

Languages

Semester

FA25

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?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

Y

Notes

Prerequisites: OL502

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

OT511

Interpreting the Old Testament

BTI Category

Scripture & Biblical Studies

Semester

FA25

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

T

6:30-9:30pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

SYNC

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

Y

Notes

Prerequisites: OL502, OT500

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

OT627

Exegesis in Exodus

BTI Category

Scripture & Biblical Studies

Semester

FA25

Students will be introduced to the content and theology of Exodus, especially the character of the Lord, learn about the book�s structure and narrative artistry, and appreciate its importance in biblical theology and for preaching and teaching. �Prerequisite: OT511.

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

Prerequisites: OT511

School

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton

TH501

Theology Survey I

BTI Category

Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)

Semester

FA25

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

Butner, Glenn

F

9am-12pm

Grading Option

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Online?

N

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

NA

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