Diocesan
School of Theology begins new term Saturday,
August 16, 2008
The Diocesan School of Theology begins classes August 16, 2009 at the Bishop's Centre for Ministry located at Youree Drive and Kay Lane behind All Saints' Chapel. Classes will meet the third Saturday of the month beginning in August and concluding May 2009. Classes meet for two hours and 45 minutes each Saturday 9am - 11:45am, 1-3:45 p.m., and 4- 6:45 p.m.
The Diocesan School offers a range of classes for individuals seeking an in depth study of Scripture, Liturgy, Church History, and Theology. The program is open to all who seek a greater knowledge of our shared faith. The program offers a solid foundation for teachers in Christian formation programs, those engaged in Bible study groups, and those seeking a study program to assist them in their spiritual growth.
This Year's Course Offerings:
The third Saturday of the month
9-11:45 a.m.
New Testament I - The Rev'd Frank Hughes
This course is a general introduction to the synoptic gospels, the Gospel
According to John, and the Johannine Letters in the New Testament, in the
context of early Christianity as it emerged and developed in the Greco-Roman
world. It focuses on historical, literary, and theological issues that readers
of the New Testament must deal with in order to come to an informed interpretation
of this most important collection of early Christian literature. Text: Raymond
Brown, Introduction to the New Testament
World Religions in Dialogue
with Christianity - The Rev'd Bill McBride
An introduction to the beliefs and practices of the major world religions.
Class discussions will focus on dialogue between Christianity and each of
the major faiths. Text: John Esposito, World Religions Today
Church History II - Dr.
Cheryl White
An overview of church history from the Reformation to the present. Special
emphasis is placed on the development of Anglicanism from the 16th century.
The course also addresses the development of the Episcopal Church from the
colonial era to the present.
1-3:45 p.m.
The Book of Common Prayer - Mr. John Robert
An exploration of the nature of liturgical worship, emphasizing the development
of the Book of Common Prayer from 1549 to the present. A detailed review of
the contents of the American Book of Common Prayer of 1979 is included.
New Testament II - The Rev'd
Frank Hughes
This course is an introduction to the letters of the Pauline Corpus and the
Petrine Corpus, together with the Letters of James and Jude and the Revelation
to John, in the context of early Christianity as it emerged and developed
in the Greco-Roman world. It focuses on historical, literary, and theological
issues that readers of the New Testament must deal with in order to come to
an informed interpretation of this most important collection of early Christian
literature.
Moral Theology - The Rev'd
Bill McBride
This course offers an examination of the tradition of Christian Moral Theology
from the perspective of the Anglican tradition. Students will assess and evaluate
a variety of moral questions in contemporary life. Texts: Richard Hayes, The
Moral Vision of the New Testament; Stephen Holmgren, Ethics After Easter.
4:00-6:45 p.m.
Old Testament I - The Rev'd Bill McBride
This course is an introduction to the history, faith, and literature of the
people of Israel from the earliest oral traditions to the Davidic Kingdom.
The class will emphasize the development of Old Testament Theology and its
application to the Christian Faith. Principal text: Bernard Anderson, Understanding
the Old Testament.
Tuition for each class is $225
Individuals enrolled in Diocesan School courses can work towards completion
of a nine-course Diploma of Christian Studies as part of a discernment process
and/or lay leadership preparation.
The Diploma program consists
of the following courses:
Old Testament I and II, New Testament I and II, Church History I and II, The
Book of Common Prayer, and two electives one of which must be from the Theology
offerings.
Individuals who wish to register for classes, or who desire additional information may contact Mr. John Robert, registrar, at JRLITURGIST@aol.com, or the Reverend Bill McBride, Dean, at fatherbill176@gmail.com, phone at (318) 471-9007.
The Diocesan School of Theology
Calendar is as follows:
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Saturday, May 16, 2009
