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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

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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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