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LEADERSHIP TRANSFORMATION & MINISTRY SKILLS
School
Boston University School of Theology
STHTC 837
Vocation, Work, and Faith
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA25
Who am I called to become? What am I called to do? What are my gifts and where will they be recognized and of service? These kinds of vocational questions are fundamental to our lives. The course seeks to open up reflection, study, and dialogue about vocation, work, and spirituality in religious traditions and in our own life experience. Work and vocation are often connected. Work too is a crucial religious question in contemporary society. Work exerts a powerful--and often unrecognized--influence on human beings. It can support life, develop talents, elicit creativity, and enable people to contribute to the common good. Work also can demean human beings, undermining their dignity, perpetuating unjust structures, overpowering values, and crowding out other important spheres of life. Labor issues are important concerns for faith communities and faith-based community organizations. This course explores vocation and work as theological/spiritual issues, including implications for ministry. We will explore themes such as: work as spiritual practice or challenge; labor and justice issues; discerning vocation; creativity; Sabbath; "time poverty"; and work-life balance. The course involves site visits, vocational mentoring, seminar presentations, and individual research/ministry projects.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Wolfteich, Claire
see notes
See notes
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Friday-Saturday, September 12-13, 2025, Friday-Saturday, October 3-4, 2025, Friday-Saturday, November 7-8, 2025
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
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
SYNC
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
NA
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
INDS 6400 Z1
Strategic Management
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA25
This course focuses on the principles of strategic management and leadership as they apply to nonprofit organizations. Students will learn how to develop and implement strategies that align with the mission and goals of a nonprofit, lead teams effectively, and navigate the unique challenges of nonprofit leadership. Case studies will highlight the critical role of vision, values, and stakeholder engagement.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Prof. Sandra Glisic
TR
6:30pm-7:50pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
SYNC
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
INDS 6600 Z1
Impact Monitoring & Evaluation
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA25
This course will introduce students to the work of evaluating the impact of nonprofit programs using both qualitative and quantitative methods. This is a crucial skill set for nonprofit leaders and executives especially. We will focus especially on the dynamics of evaluating "faith-based" programs tied to religious organizations such as parishes and broader church structures. Students will gain the ability to choose evaluation models to fit the context, form theories of change/logic models, identify benchmarks, design surveys, lead interview and focus group sessions, provide reports to stakeholders, and to assess the validity and usefulness of existing evaluations. We will also discuss what level of rigor an evaluation should have in order to meet the goals of stakeholders. Assignments will produce actionable evaluation items for existing or theoretical programs. The course will not require formal knowledge of statistics.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Robert Saler
SYNC
TBA
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
SYNC
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
PAST 7252 A
Parish Leadership & Admin I FieldEd
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA25
Field Education
Professor
Class Day & Time
Stavroula Gurguliatos
arr.
arr.
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
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
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
SYNC
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
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
NA
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
INDS 6500 Z1
Philanthropy&Non-ProfitSector
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA25
This course explores the historical foundations and evolving role of philanthropy within the nonprofit sector. Students will examine how philanthropy has shaped societies, the impact of charitable giving, and the role of nonprofits in addressing social issues. Emphasis is placed on understanding the motives behind philanthropic efforts and evaluating their effectiveness in creating lasting change.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Mr. Patrick J Gorman
W
6:30pm-8:50pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
SYNC
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
PAST 7252
Parish Leadership & Admin. I
BTI Category
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
Semester
FA25
The purpose of this course is to integrate the experiences that students have in their field education placement with the theological and organizational principles of parish administration. Students will have an opportunity to reflect upon various dimensions of ministry. Field placements have been designed to give exposure to various aspects of parish life including pastoral visitations, preaching, worship and administration.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rev. Luke A. Veronis
TR
10:40am-12:00pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
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