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BTI Consortium | Last Updated November 14 - 9:00AM
ONLINE COURSES
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMPS7182
Pastoral Care in/with Communities of Faith: Creating Networks of Care
BTI Category
Semester
Practical/Pastoral Theology
FA24
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.
BTI Category
Professor
William Roozeboom
ASYNC
ASYN
Credits
Letter
Professor
3
Online?
N
Online?
ASYN
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMPS8147
Preaching in Action
BTI Category
Semester
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
FA24
This course prepares students to develop and implement a preaching activity. It also explores effective preaching and communication in digital spaces.
BTI Category
Professor
Jaime L. Waters
ASYNC
ASYN
Credits
P/F
Professor
2
(0/2)
Online?
N
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
Y
Online?
TMOT7305: Scripture, Preaching and Public Speaking or
TMPS7306: Preaching to Diverse Communities
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMPS7314
Podcasts: A New Medium for Ministry
BTI Category
Semester
Leadership Formation & Ministry Skills
FA24
There are over 5 million podcasts in the world and �Religion & Spirituality� podcasts consistently top the charts. People are hungry for a nourishing word, a refreshing perspective, and authentic companionship. Do you know where to find good podcasts? Would you like to explore podcasting as a creative extension of your ministry? Or empower those you serve to find their own voice behind the mic? This course will explore consuming and creating podcasts for ministry. We�ll look at best practices for sourcing quality podcasts to inform and inspire your ministry along with the basics for how to launch a podcast.
BTI Category
Professor
Maggi Van Dorn
F (Aug 30; Sept 6, 13, 20, 27, Oct 4)
3:00-5:00
Credits
P/F
Professor
1
Online?
N
Online?
Y
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMST702002
The Church
BTI Category
Semester
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
FA24
The ecclesial dimension of Christian faith is the focal point of this course. The course will locate the church within both a Trinitarian theology and a theological anthropology. Specific topics for exploration include the place of the church in the Creed, the sacramentality of the church, a theology of mission, and of structure and authority. The course will also explore current issues shaping the church's life and its place in the wider culture.
BTI Category
Professor
Rafael Luciani
ASYNC
ASYNC
Credits
Letter
Professor
3
Online?
N
Online?
ASYNC
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
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