Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
(Boston and South Hamilton Campuses)
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
WM601
The World Mission of the Church
BTI Category:
Church History/History of Religions
Semester
SP23
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
Yao, Xiyi
Class Day & Time
JTERM
Jan. 4-6 (9am-4:30pm); Jan. 9-13 (9am-12pm)
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Jan. 4-6 (9am-4:30pm); Jan. 9-13 (9am-12pm)
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CH500
Survey of Church History
BTI Category:
Church History/History of Religions
Semester
SP23
A general survey of the history of the Christian church from its founding at Pentecost to the present day.
Professor
Cuthbert, Christian
Class Day & Time
W
1:30-4:30pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CH502
The Church since the Reformation
BTI Category:
Church History/History of Religions
Semester
SP23
A general survey of the history of the Christian church from the beginnings of the Protestant Reformation in the sixteenth century to the present time.
Professor
Isaac, Gordon
Class Day & Time
M
1:30-4:30pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CH/WM658
History of Christianity in Asia
BTI Category:
Church History/History of Religions
Semester
SP23
One of the great tragedies and great mysteries of the Christian religion is that is has on a number of occasions and in a number of regions begun to have a major impact only to be crushed by violent political and religious opposition. On no other continent have the followers of Jesus Christ encountered such large empires and extensive cross-cultural religious systems.
Professor
Sunquist, Scott
Class Day & Time
T
6:00-9:00pm
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OT581/981
History & Archaeology of the Ancient Near East
BTI Category:
Church History/History of Religions
Semester
SP23
This course is an introduction to the civilizations of Mesopotamia, Anatolia, Egypt and the Levant from the rise of cities (ca. 3000 B.C.) to the Achaemenids (ca. 330 B.C.). Relevant points of connection with biblical events and peoples will be highlighted with a view to situate the biblical text within its larger socio historical and theological framework for the period under consideration.
Professor
Petter, Tom
Class Day & Time
Feb. 10-11; Mar. 10-11; Apr. 14-15
Feb. 10-11; Mar. 10-11; Apr. 14-15
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Feb. 10-11; Mar. 10-11; Apr. 14-15
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
SE632
Christianity and the Problem of Racism
BTI Category:
Ethics (all traditions)
Semester
SP23
Multiethnic and interactive class examines racism in terms of a black and white paradigm. A multidisciplinary analysis of this major social problem. Course includes graphic presentations, biblical, psycho social and ethical principles leading to challenging discussions.
Professor
Hammond, Ray & Watkins, Sean
Class Day & Time
W
6:00-9:00 PM
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
SE571
Christian Ethics & Social Issues
BTI Category:
Ethics (all traditions)
Semester
SP23
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
Price, Thomas
Class Day & Time
S, note days
9am-4:30pm
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Saturdays Jan. 28, Feb. 25, Mar. 25, Apr. 15 9am-4:30pm
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CH/WM653
History of Christian-Muslim Dialogue
BTI Category:
Interreligious Learning
Semester
SP23
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.
Professor
Johnson, Todd
Class Day & Time
TR
8:00-9:25am
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
GL501
Greek I
BTI Category:
Languages
Semester
SP23
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
Arnold, Mark
Class Day & Time
W
6:00-9:00 PM
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
OL501
Hebrew I
BTI Category:
Languages
Semester
SP23
Students with little or no prior knowledge of Hebrew study the basic grammar and vocabulary of Old Testament Hebrew Course comprises plenary lectures, smaller sectional meetings, translation of selected Old Testament passages, tutorials, and computer assisted instruction
Professor
Day, Quonekuia
Class Day & Time
R
6:30-9:30PM
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
GL502
Basic Greek II
BTI Category:
Languages
Semester
SP23
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. Permits concurrent enrollment in NT 502.
Professor
Keazirian, Ed
Class Day & Time
TR
9:35-11:00am
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Greek I
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OL502
Hebrew II
BTI Category:
Languages
Semester
SP23
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.
Professor
Park, Seong
Class Day & Time
TR
9:35-11:00am
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Hebrew I
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OL912
Aramaic
BTI Category:
Languages
Semester
SP23
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
Stuart, Doug
Class Day & Time
T
1:30-4:30pm
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
MC621
Living Systems in the Urban Context
BTI Category:
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
SP23
Treats problems of communication in the city, using models of cross culturalism from cultural anthropology. The city is discussed as a complex system, and significant urban social problems are highlighted. Specialists in various areas of the urban environment will address the class.
Professor
Bass, Jeff
Class Day & Time
R, note days
6:30-9:30PM
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Thursdays 6:30-9:30 (Jan. 26; Feb. 9, 23; Mar. 9, 23; APr. 6, 20)
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
MC683
Compassionate & Holistic Youth & Family
BTI Category:
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
SP23
This course addresses compassionate and holistic ministry to youth and families in church settings. Students will participate in the examination of the systems affecting families particularly, but not limited to the urban environment.
Professor
Ward, Virginia
Class Day & Time
T, note days
6-10pm
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Tuesdays 6-10pm (Jan. 24; Feb. 7, 21; Mar. 7, 21; Apr. 4, 18)
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
MC/SF501
Spiritual Formation for Ministry
BTI Category:
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
SP23
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
Macchia, Steve
Class Day & Time
JTERM
January 16-20, 9am-4pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
January 16-20, 9am-4pm
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CL/EM622
Administration for Ministry
BTI Category:
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
SP23
This course provides an overview of theory and practical tools of administration in the in the context of church, religious public benefit organizations, and parachurch. Students will work toward the goal of being healthy effective, and fruitul in their approach to administration.
Professor
Holiday, Jana
Class Day & Time
M
1:30-4:30pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
EV701
Evangelism & Discipleship in the Local Church
BTI Category:
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
SP23
Practical theological foundation for the practice of evangelism and for evangelistic leadership in the church. Includes content and communication of the gospel within cultural context at home and abroad. Preparation in class, followed by community experience. Prayer is primary throughout.
Professor
McConnell, Jason
Class Day & Time
Feb. 10-11; Mar. 10-11; Apr. 14-15
Feb. 10-11; Mar. 10-11; Apr. 14-15
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Feb. 10-11; Mar. 10-11; Apr. 14-15
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CL503
Foundations of Leadership
BTI Category:
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
SP23
This course is designed to equip individuals to serve effectively as leaders, as agents of change, as facilitators of mission, as administrators in the parish or in other related vocational settings. Systems theory is utilized as the major theoretical/theological approach to the foundation of leadership.
Professor
Barnes, Kenneth
Class Day & Time
M
6-9pm
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
MC670
Empowering Marginalized Church Groups
BTI Category:
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
SP23
Empowering Marginalized Church Groups & the Urban Poor will prepare students to develop the mindset, behaviors, and goals in line with the concept of Redemptive Poverty Work. Redemptive Poverty Work is joining God in creative restoration through sacrifice in the personal lives and under-resourced neighborhoods of those who live in the condition of poverty. This concept emphasizes the role of the people of God in transforming communities towards the common good.
Professor
Sanders, Alvin
Class Day & Time
S, note days
9am-4:30pm
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CO724
Child and Adolescent Counseling
BTI Category:
Practical/Pastoral Theology
Semester
SP23
This course presents theories, techniques, and strategies for working with children, adolescents, and their families. Emphasis is placed on a multidimensional view of counseling interventions, giving attention to developmental, cognitive, behavioral, affective, cultural, educational, social, and environmental issues. Ethical and legal concerns are also considered. The course is designed to help students become more knowledgeable about current research
and approaches for working with this population.
Professor
John, Jenny
Class Day & Time
JTERM
January 9-13 (9:00am-4:00pm)
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
January 9-13 (9:00am-4:00pm)
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
PC511
Introduction to Pastoral Counseling
BTI Category:
Practical/Pastoral Theology
Semester
SP23
Basic preparation for the complex task of pastoral care and counseling. The focus is upon the pastor in the congregational setting.
Professor
Lin, Davi
Class Day & Time
T
1:30-4:30pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CO/PC717
Counseling in Abuse & Intimate Partner Violence
BTI Category:
Practical/Pastoral Theology
Semester
SP23
This is a course designed to discuss issues related to identification, intervention, and treatment of both victims and perpetrators of domestic violence and abuse. The approach and model is a comprehensive one, including: physical, emotional, cognitive, relational, and spiritual factors. The method of instruction is an interactive, adult learning model.
Professor
Mason, Karen
Class Day & Time
M
9:00am-12:00pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
PR601
Preaching: Principles and Practices
BTI Category:
Preaching, Liturgy, & Ritual
Semester
SP23
(Requires knowledge of Greek or Hebrew.) 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
Batten, Patricia
Class Day & Time
W
9:00am-11:00am
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Greek or Hebrew
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
PR602
Preaching for Modern Listeners
BTI Category:
Preaching, Liturgy, & Ritual
Semester
SP23
(Requires previous preaching course.) Building on PR601, students will interact with the biblical material to prepare sermons that relate to a modern audience. Students will preach with critique by the professor.
Professor
Batten, Patricia
Class Day & Time
M
9:00am-12:00pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
PR601 or equivalent
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
PR718/918
Preaching in a Divided Age
BTI Category:
Preaching, Liturgy, & Ritual
Semester
SP23
This course will equip students to construct and deliver sermons in a way that cultivates reconciliation and unity in their congregations or ministry milieus. Students will be given the theological, theoretical, and practical tools to analyze themselves, their contexts, and the congregants they shepherd. Particular emphasis will be given to addressing ethnocentrism, sexism, classism, and political partisanship in the pulpit. PR601 is a prerequisite for the course.
Professor
Hoffman, Paul
Class Day & Time
Jan. 27-28, Feb. 24-25, Mar. 24-25
Jan. 27-28, Feb. 24-25, Mar. 24-25
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
PR601 or equivalent; Jan. 27-28, Feb. 24-25, Mar. 24-25
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
OT500
Exploring the Old Testament
BTI Category:
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP23
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
Day, Quonekuia
Class Day & Time
W, alternating
6-10pm
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Wednesdays 6-10pm, alternating
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT613/913
Exegesis of Mark
BTI Category:
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP23
(Requires knowledge of Greek & exegetical techniques.) This exegetical study of the structure, theology and probable setting of Mark gives special attention to the person of Jesus and his mission.
Professor
deCampos, Mateus
Class Day & Time
R
1:30-4:30pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Greek
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OT505
Christ in the Old Testament
BTI Category:
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP23
A survey of selected Old Testament messianic prophecies, as well as messianic types which are identified in the New Testament as fulfilled in Christ. The emphasis will be on the interpretation of these texts within their Old Testament context.
Professor
Hugenberger, Gordon
Class Day & Time
W
6:00-9:00pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT501
Exploring the New Testament
BTI Category:
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP23
Introduction to the field of New Testament studies, highlighting central New Testament themes, issues, events, and persons.
Professor
McDonough, Sean
Class Day & Time
R
1:30-4:30pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT649/949
Exegesis of Revelation
BTI Category:
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP23
(Requires knowledge of Greek & exegetical techniques.) 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.
Professor
McDonough, Sean
Class Day & Time
F
9:00am-12:00pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Greek
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OT770/970
Old Testament Poetical Books
BTI Category:
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP23
A study of the nature and techniques of Old Testament narrative in the Historical Books including: historical-grammatical exegesis and text criticism. Requires knowledge of Hebrew and exegetical techniques
Professor
Park, Seong
Class Day & Time
R
1:30-4:30pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Hebrew
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT514
New Testament History
BTI Category:
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP23
The course offers a study of the origins and the growth of the early church resulting from the ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus, in the context of the history and the culture of the early Roman Empire, with particular attention to historical events, developments, and personalities, including chronological questions, exegetical interpretation of key New Testament and extra-biblical passages, and theological analyses of major trajectories.
Professor
Schnabel, Eckhard
Class Day & Time
W
8:00-11:00am
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OT646/946
OT Historical Books
BTI Category:
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP23
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. Requires knowledge of Hebrew and exegetical techniques
Professor
Stuart, Doug
Class Day & Time
M
1:30-4:30pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Hebrew
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT501
Exploring the New Testament
BTI Category:
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP23
Introduction to the field of New Testament studies, highlighting central New Testament themes, issues, events, and persons.
Professor
Arnold, Mark
Class Day & Time
M, alternating
6-10pm
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
6-10pm, alternating weeks (Jan. 30, Feb. 13, Feb, 27, Mar. 13, Mar. 27, Apr. 10, Apr. 24)
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OT500
Exploring the Old Testament
BTI Category:
Scripture & Biblical Studies
Semester
SP23
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
Kaminski, Carol
Class Day & Time
ASYN
ASYN
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
IS/WM520
Understanding Culture
BTI Category:
Sociology/Ethnography/Research Methods
Semester
SP23
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 with diverse communities.
Professor
Cho, Eun Ah
Class Day & Time
M
9:00am-12:00pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
TH731
Seminar in Pneumatology
BTI Category:
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
SP23
This course will be an in depth examination of the biblical, patristic, and modern understandings of the person and work of the Holy Spirit, with special focus on developments since the modern Pentecostal revival, and current attempts in constructive pneumatology. Attention will be given to the relationship between the doctrines of the Holy Spirit and Trinitarian theology, and to the implications of this study for ministry in the church and personal spirituality.
Professor
Davis, Jack
Class Day & Time
W
1:30-4:30pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CH/TH657
Life & Theology of Karl Barth
BTI Category:
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
SP23
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
Vidu, Adonis
Class Day & Time
F
9:00am-12:00pm
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
TH502
Theology Survey II
BTI Category:
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
SP23
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
Vidu, Adonis
Class Day & Time
W
8:00-11:00am
Online?
N
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
TH501
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
CH/SF/TH619
Reformation Era Spirituality
BTI Category:
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
SP23
Spirituality represents the interface between ideas and life, between Christian theology and human existence. This course on Reformation Era Spirituality is at once Christological, eschatological, and experiential. Highlights the distinctive contributions of the reformers over against the background of medieval spirituality.
Professor
Isaac, Gordon
Class Day & Time
R
6:00-9:00pm
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
ET/TH648
Workplace Theology
BTI Category:
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
SP23
We map out the workplace, its challenges, opportunities, arenas, topics, and trends. Then we build a biblical theology of work in the perspective of Creation, Fall, Providence, Incarnation, Redemption, and Fulfillment. We identify the starting points, backgrounds, perceived callings, and desired goals of each member of our cohort.
Professor
Barnes, Kenneth
Class Day & Time
W
7:00-9:00pm
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
N
School:
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT675/975
New Testament Theology
BTI Category:
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
Semester
SP23
Special attention given to various approaches to New Testament theology, the theological relationship between the testaments, inaugurated eschatology and related themes. May focus on the distinctive themes of various New Testament authors or on a specific author or theme. Prerequisite: GL502 and NT502.
Professor
Schnabel, Eckhard
Class Day & Time
M
9:00am-12:00pm
Online?
Y
Credits:
3
Additional Notes:
Greek