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ONLINE COURSES
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMRE7083-01
Education for Justice and Peace
BTI Category
Semester
Ethics (all traditions)
FA25
In this course, students study and practice initiatives that work for understanding, justice, and peace. Recognizing that much injustice happens across some divide, the course begins with an investigation of our experiences of otherness and connection. We consider how cultural narratives undergird our sence of identity and purpose, and investigate them theologically. We look to educational theorists from the early 20th century to the present, who reflect that education itself is a work of justice. The course culminated with group projects that give students an oppurtunity for spreakking and listening across divides for the sake of understanding and justice.
Professor
Class Day & Time
O'Keefe, Theresa A
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see notes
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Online?
ASYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
Y
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Asynchronous
School
Boston University School of Theology
STHTA 801 OL
Sacred Music: Methods and Materials
BTI Category
Semester
Preaching, Liturgy, & Ritual
FA25
Students will critically engage with materials and approaches in the principal areas of present- day church musicians including: choral and vocal techniques, conducting, the organ and other instruments, alternative and contemporary worship, and professional concerns. This course will enable students to gain greater competencies needed to function at optimal levels as a music minister or director in worship, religious, pastoral and educational settings. This will be accomplished through engagement with the methods and materials of church/synagogue (sacred) music and worship.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Shenton, Andrew
see notes
See notes
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
4
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
Y
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
7 week schedule! 9/2 to 10/17
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
CH/SF667
C.S. Lewis' Life, Works, and Spirituality
BTI Category
Semester
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
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
Semester
Interreligious Learning
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
CO611
Theories of Personality
BTI Category
Semester
Practical/Pastoral Theology
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
Semester
Ethics (all traditions)
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/SE602
Church & Community: Intro to Public Ministry Church
BTI Category
Semester
Practical/Pastoral Theology
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
NT572
The Jewish World of the New Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
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
OL910
Intermediate Hebrew Grammar
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
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
OT635
Exegesis in Judges
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
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
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
CHST 5011 Z1
Church History I/Ecum. Patriarchate
BTI Category
Semester
Church History/History of Religions
FA25
This course offers a general introduction to the history of the Church up to the year 787. Emphasis will be laid on the main ecclesiastical and theological issues and personalities and on the study of certain key texts. Special attention will be given to the history and role of the Ecumenical Patriarchate.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. James C. Skedros
ASYNC
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
ASYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
DOGM 5002 Z1
Dogmatics I
BTI Category
Semester
Church Polity/Canon Law
FA25
The Orthodox doctrine of the knowledge of God and of the doctrines of the Trinity, cosmology, and anthropology. Emphasis will be placed on the ancient Fathers and on contempotary Orthodox dogmaticians.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rev. Fr. Demetrios Bathrellos
ASYNC
TBA
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
ASYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
INDS 6155 Z1
For the Life of the World
BTI Category
Semester
Ethics (all traditions)
FA25
Professor: David Williams is a postgraduate researcher at Royal Holloway University of London, research Associate at the Institute for Orthodox Christian Studies Cambridge and Associate Professor of History at National University. From 2020�24 he directed Interdisciplinary liberal arts and Theology at the University of San Diego California. A Byzantinist by training his research and publishing explores inter-Christian and inter- faith relations between Christians and Muslims and Jews in the Medieval Mediterranean, his most recent publication is Sacred�mobilities in Byzantium and beyond (Brill 2025). He is a Protodeacon of the Orthodox Church serving Southern California since 2014. Course Description: This course explores the seminal document For the Life of the World: Toward a Social Ethos of the Orthodox Church (hereafter FLOW) and the dialogue it has generated within and beyond the Orthodox Church. Through a detailed examination of FLOW and related texts, students will gain insights into how the Ecumenical Patriarchate seeks to engage with contemporary social, ethical, and environmental issues since the Great and Holy Council of Crete 2016. The need to clarify the social ethos of the Orthodox Church has been starkly illustrated on a broad scale by the frequently mishandled responses to the Covid pandemic and the Russian invasion of Ukraine, not to mention the growing complexity of pastoral care on a more personal level. Finally, the course emphasizes ecumenical and interfaith dialogue as fundamental components of Orthodox social ethics. Students will hear live lectures and discussions with the theologians that were instrumental in creating FLOW. The course will draw extensively from the newly constructed archive of articles, interviews, and reviews of FLOW available at www.huffingtoninstitute.hchc.edu.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Prof. David Williams
SYNC
TBA
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
INDS 6500 Z1
Philanthropy&Non-ProfitSector
BTI Category
Semester
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
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
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
LITG 7521 Z1
Sacrament of Marriage
BTI Category
Semester
Ethics (all traditions)
FA25
This course is a theological, historical, and liturgical examination of selected texts on the holy sacrament of marriage. This course is for REMOTE students. Instructor's permission is needed for all other students.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rev. Dr. Philip Zymaris
ASYNC
ASYNC
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
ASYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
For REMOTE students. Instructor's permission is needed for all other students.
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
MDGK 6301 Z1
Intermediate Modern Greek I
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
FA25
A continuation of the study of the Greek language. A quick review of grammar and syntax with an emphasis on vocabulary building. Introduction to selected readings in Modern Greek. Required lab. Prereq: Beginning Modern Greek I and II.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Mr. Selim Earls
TR
8:00pm-9:20pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Beginning Modern Greek I and II.
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
MUSB 6831 Z1
Byzantine Music IX
BTI Category
Semester
Preaching, Liturgy, & Ritual
FA25
The material taught in this course is equivalent to the material taught in the 4th year of Gteek conservatories and provides comprehensive preparation for the final examination required for a Holy Cross Certificate in Byzantine Music. Students are expected to become competent in performing more technically demanding repettoire, including Gregoty Ptotopsaltis' chetubic hymns, Pettos the Peloponnesian's communion hymns, Pettos the Peloponnesian's Kytie i en pollais amattiais, Ioannis Koukouzelis' Anothen oiprofitai, the ancient hymn Ton despotin kai archierea, and the anaphota hymns for the Divine Litutgy of St. Basil. Prerequisites: Byzantine Music I-V.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Mr. Georgios Theodoridis
F
2:30pm-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
1.5
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Byzantine Music I-V.
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
NEWT 6015 Z1
Prayer in N.T. & Early Christianity
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
FA25
The Orthodox Church is known for its beautiful written prayers. Together we pray words that have been spoken by Orthodox Christians for centuries. Some of our most central prayers, such as the �Thrice Holy Hymn� and the �Our Father,� draw from the Scriptures and Second Temple sources. Why do we pray the prayers of our forefathers and mothers? Why do we follow these formal patterns in our worship services? In this course, we will explore the ways that the Orthodox Church turns continually toward the well-tested patterns of prayer; we sing from a common hymnbook. This course will study select New Testament and ancient Christian prayers from the first four centuries, with attention to their scriptural and inter-testamental archetypes. Special focus will be given to prayers with biblical phrases and quotations. The �Our Father� and other prayers in the New Testament will be of special interest, including the commentaries written about them in the early patristic writings. The development of the Christian biblical odes will be also be traced, showing how Old and New Testament archetypes served as the basis for early liturgical prayers. What does this tendency toward �scripturalization� of prayers mean about the Orthodox faith? One of the learning outcomes for this course is that students will gain a greater awareness and appreciation for some of the biblical stories and characters that lie behind many of the prayers of the church, heroes of faith whom God saved through their prayers. We will thus rediscover some prayers that will inspire us today, and give us a greater appreciation for the tradition of Christian prayer and those who have prayed them before us.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Bruce Beck
ASYNC
ASYNC
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
ASYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
OLDT 5001
Introduction to the Old Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
FA25
The Introduction to the study of the Old Testament is not, and cannot be, a substitute of the Old Testament, but rather a preparatory step, a reading guide, and a candid invitation to reading the Old Testament. The course is divided into two parts. The General Introduction deals with the Old Testament as history, literature, and part of the living tradition. The following topics are discussed in detail: unity in diversity of the Christian Bible, biblical text, biblical canon, and relationship between Scripture and Tradition. The Special Introduction survey the books of the Old Testament (including the anaginoskomena) and focuses on some theological themes rooted in the Pentateuch and running throughout the Old and New Testaments along with their interpretations within various hermeneutical contexts (Jewish, Christian, modern scholarship). The two themes discussed here are God and humanity.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rev. Dr. Eugen J. Pentiuc
M
9:10am-10:30am
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
PAST 7201 Z1
Preaching: Proclaiming the Kingdom
BTI Category
Semester
Preaching, Liturgy, & Ritual
FA25
This course is a preparation for the ministry of proclaim�ing the word of the kingdom. Students are exposed to the theology of preaching, and methods of interpretation, preparation, and production of sermons. Lectures examine the listening assembly and the listening pulpit, the Liturgy and the homily, experiencing and expressing the word. The emphasis is on the prophetic, as well as on the practi�cal, dimension of preaching. While this course is taught in the fall semester, the practical segment continues in the spring semester.
Professor
Class Day & Time
TO BE ANNOUNCED
ASYNC
ASYNC
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
ASYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
PATR 5011 Z2
Patrology
BTI Category
Semester
Church History/History of Religions
FA25
This introductory core-course serves as a general introduction to the Fathers and the main periods of Patristic Literature from post-apostolic times to the Council of Nicaea in the fourth century. The course combines an introduction to the central Fathers of this period, with attention not only to the doctrinal issues, but also the literary, historical, and cultural context of this period.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Tikhon Alexander Pino
ASYNC
ASYNC
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
ASYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMPS7182-01
Pastoral Care in/with Communities of Faith: Creating Networks of Care
BTI Category
Semester
Practical/Pastoral Theology
FA25
Life is in inherently relational, multidimensional, interconnected, and located within larger systems and structures � i.e. communities. Thus, our practices of pastoral care and counseling must likewise attend to the multidimensional and systemic nature of relationality. This course uses an interdisciplinary approach to explore personal, pastoral, and communal processes of creating networks of care in communities of faith and para-church organizations. Both pastoral and lay leaders will learn how to engage and utilize systems theory, conflict theory, therapeutic skills and processes, and theological and spiritual resources to navigate conflict, foster dialogue, and build constructive solutions and possibilities in community as part of an overarching practice of pastoral care. Particular attention will be given to one’s self-in-relationship and the capacity to remain a non-anxious, non-reactive constructive presence.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Roozeboom, William D
see notes
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Online?
ASYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
Y
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Asynchronous
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
CH/SF591
Dynamics of Spiritual Life
BTI Category
Semester
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
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
Semester
Sociology/Ethnography/Research Methods
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
CH501
The Church to the Reformation
BTI Category
Semester
Church History/History of Religions
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
Semester
Practical/Pastoral Theology
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
MC/PC608
Pastoral Care in the Urban Church
BTI Category
Semester
Practical/Pastoral Theology
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
NT502
Interpreting the New Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
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
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
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
OT511
Interpreting the Old Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
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
TH662
Retrieving Classical Theism
BTI Category
Semester
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
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
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
CHST 7012 Z1
Early Christian Literature
BTI Category
Semester
Church History/History of Religions
FA25
This course focuses on the study of a number of texts belonging to the general category of early Christian literature. Texts to be read include works representative of various theological tendencies and literary forms. The study of each work will consider its form and genre, its relation to the New Testament, and its connection to the contemporary religio-philosophical world. In addition, the historical context of each text will be examined in light of the history and development of Christianity in the first three centuries.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. James C. Skedros
TBA
TBA
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
INDS 6150 Z1
Eastern & Oriental OrthodoxChurches
BTI Category
Semester
Interreligious Learning
FA25
Professors: This course is team-taught, organized by Christine Chaillot and facilitated by Rev. Dr. Gary Alexander. Ms. Chaillot has written several books and articles on relations between the Eastern Orthodox and the Oriental Orthodox Churches in the past and present. Fr. Gary Alexander has studied theology and law; he also holds a doctorate in education. Course Description: The course will introduce students to the Armenian, Syrian, Coptic, and Ethiopian Churches. Guest lecturers will include leading representatives, ecumenical and theological specialists, both Eastern Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox, from various countries in North America and Europe, to address Christological issues at the time of the Council of Chalcedon (451) as well as subsequent developments up to the recent exchanges and dialogues. A number of texts from the unofficial and official theological dialogue will also be analyzed and discussed. Students will be exposed to the history, literature, liturgy, and spirituality of the Oriental Orthodox Churches, while studying the doctrinal
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rev. Dn. Gary David Alexander
SYNC
1:00pm-3:20pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
INDS 6400 Z1
Strategic Management
BTI Category
Semester
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
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
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
INDS 6600 Z1
Impact Monitoring & Evaluation
BTI Category
Semester
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
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
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
MDGK 5201 Z1
Beginning Modern Greek 1
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
FA25
This is an intensive course in the fundamentals of grammar, syntax, and vocabulary of the Modern Greek language. Extensive practice in listening, speaking and graded reading will take place. An oral-aural method is used to develop concurrently conversational and understanding skills.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Michael Chris Manos
TR
8:00pm-9:20pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
MUSB 5011 Z1
Ecclesiastical Chant II in English
BTI Category
Semester
Preaching, Liturgy, & Ritual
FA25
The sacraments and services found in the Great Euchologion are studied for practical use. Prereq: Byzantine Music I and Ecclesiastical Chant in English.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Mr. Georgios Theodoridis
F
12:20pm-2:20pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Byzantine Music I and Ecclesiastical Chant in English.
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
NEWT 5002 Z1
Introduction to the New Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
FA25
A required survey of the New Testament books in their historical and religious background with attention to hermeneutics, the patristic exegetical heritage, and modern biblical studies.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rev. Dr. George Lewis Parsenios
ASYNC
ASYNC
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
ASYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
NEWT 7025 Z1
The Apostle Paul as Pastor
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
FA25
This exegetically based course will explore Paul's varied pastoral responses to the differing circumstances his communities presented to him. Particular attention will be given to (1) the character and work of Paul as a shaper of communities, and (2) the manner in which Paul relies on, but also transforms, ancient patterns of moral formation and ancient styles of rhetoric.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rev. Dr. George Lewis Parsenios
ASYNC
ASYNC
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
ASYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
OLDT 5001 Z1
Introduction to the Old Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
FA25
The Introduction to the study of the Old Testament is not, and cannot be, a substitute of the Old Testament, but rather a preparatory step, a reading guide, and a candid invitation to reading the Old Testament. The course is divided into two parts. The General Introduction deals with the Old Testament as history, literature, and part of the living tradition. The following topics are discussed in detail: unity in diversity of the Christian Bible, biblical text, biblical canon, and relationship between Scripture and Tradition. The Special Introduction survey the books of the Old Testament (including the anaginoskomena) and focuses on some theological themes rooted in the Pentateuch and running throughout the Old and New Testaments along with their interpretations within various hermeneutical contexts (Jewish, Christian, modern scholarship). The two themes discussed here are God and humanity.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rev. Dr. Eugen J. Pentiuc
ASYNC
ASYNC
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
ASYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
PATR 5011 Z1
Patrology
BTI Category
Semester
Church History/History of Religions
FA25
This introductory core-course serves as a general introduction to the Fathers and the main periods of Patristic Literature from post-apostolic times to the Council of Nicaea in the fourth century. The course combines an introduction to the central Fathers of this period, with attention not only to the doctrinal issues, but also the literary, historical, and cultural context of this period.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Tikhon Alexander Pino
F
2:10pm-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
PATR 5040 Z1
St. Gregory the Theologian
BTI Category
Semester
Church History/History of Religions
FA25
St Gregory Nazianzen is honored alongside St Basil the Great and St John Chrysostom as one of the Church's Three Holy Hierarchs and Great Ecumenical Teachers. Surnamed 'the Theologian,' Gregory was one of the chief architects of the Church's Trinitarian theology in the fourth century, contributing in a special way to the Christian confession of the divinity of the Holy Spirit. In this course, we explore the seminal contributions of St Gregory the Theologian through a close reading of his monumental Orations, offering students the opportunity to encounter the rhetorical masterpieces, festal homilies, and polemic that shaped the hymnography of the Byzantine church and the later dogmatic formulations of the Church Fathers. Prerequisites: none (Patrology I and Dogmatics I strongly recommended) Required texts: [1] Brian E. Daley, Gregory of Nazianzus, The Early Church Fathers (Routledge, 2006); [2] Frederick Williams and Lionel Wickham, St Gregory of Nazianzus on God and Christ: The Five Theological Orations and Two Letters to Cledonius, Popular Patristics Series 23 (St Vladimir's Seminary Press, 2002).
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Tikhon Alexander Pino
M
6:30pm-8:50pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Online?
SYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N/A
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