BIB 504                                                                 

BIBLICAL HERMENEUTICS                                                          

Course Description: Distinctives of various types of biblical literature, with an emphasis on interpretation and contemporary application. Topics: historical narrative, psalm, wisdom, parable, epistle, prophecy and apocalypse. Emphasis on unity and inspiration of Scripture.

3 Credits

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BIB 508                                                                 

NEW TESTAMENT                                                                         

Course Description: Contents, themes, ad genres of the New Testament canon; methodologies for the text in light of their historical contexts.

3 Credits

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BIB 509                                                                 

OLD TESTAMENT                                                                          

Course Description: Contents, themes, ad genres of the Old Testament canon; methodologies for the text in light of their historical contexts.

3 Credits

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BIB 524                                                                 

PAULINE THEOLOGY                                                                   

Course Description: Biblical theology using the Pauline correspondence within its historical context. Covers the leading themes of Pauline theology, drawn from Paul’s writings.

3 Credits

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COS 500                                                               

COSMOGYNY AND ANTHROPOLOGY                                     

Course Description:  Biblical apologetic for the nature of God, humankind, and creation. Focuses on God’s revelation of Himself through creation with practical application to Christian witness.

3 Credits

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CHH 505                                                               

CHURCH HISTORY 1                                                                    

Course Description:  An overview of Church history from the time of Christ to the Pre-Reformation. Special attention is given to the growth and development of the church in historical context, major Christian thought leaders, the advancement of the Gospel, and renewing work of the Holy Spirit.

3 Credits

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CHH 506                                                               

CHURCH HISTORY 2                                                                        

Course Description: An overview of Church history from the Reformation to the modern era.

Special attention is given to the historical context for the Reformation, leading thought leaders of pre- and post-Reformation times, the historical development of major Christian doctrine and spirituality, and the modern Renewal Movement.

3 Credits

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MISS 500                                                             

FOUNDATION OF BIBLICAL MISSIONS                                        

Course Description: Biblical and theological foundations to understand the mission of God (missio dei) with focus on reaching the unreached, discipling new believers, establishing the Kingdom of God, and building his Church.

3 Credits

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MISS 531                                                             

THE COMING OF WORLD CHRISTIANITY                                  

Course Description: Christian mission from the time of the apostles to today, including the expansion of Christianity, setbacks,

internal and external challenges of the Church, and the influence of Christianity on the contemporary world.

Primary emphasis on the translatability of the gospel and obedience to God’s mission today.

3 Credits

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MIN 501                                                               

LEADERSHIP IN CHURCH MINISTRY                                           

Course Description: Foundational biblical principles of church leadership and life with an emphasis on team ministry.

Examines key ministry practices as foundations for church renewal and revitalization.

3 Credits

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MIN 524                                                               

PREPARATION OF BIBLICAL MESSAGES                                    

Course Description: Systematic approach to developing biblical messages that are driven by genuine human need, sound biblical exegesis and by clear, specific application of biblical truth to the lives of hearers.

Focus is on preparing transformational messages that communicate biblical life and truth.

3 Credits

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PTH 606                                                                 

PASTORAL THEOLOGY                                                                

Course Description: An integrated perspective of the pastoral functions, practices and offices in the local church, with special applied emphasis on the sacraments, ordinances, funerals and weddings. Critical issues in pastoral leadership are examined with an emphasis on avoiding pastoral pitfalls and fulfilling one’s calling with integrity.

3 Credits

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SFF 501                                                                   

SPIRITUAL FORMATION FOUNDATION                                  

Course Description: Examines the biblical, historical, and theological aspects of Christian formation, including the holistic and other models, with emphasis on both personal life and ministry contexts.

3 Credits

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CTH 500                                                                   

CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY                                                             

Course Description: Key tenets and central doctrines of the Christian faith. Special focus on biblical foundations, historical developments, theological method, and major controversies and confessions.

3 Credits

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BIB 550                                                                   

INTRO TO BIBLICAL LANGUAGES                                               

Course Description: Basic features of Hebrew and Greek and use of available study aids such as lexicons, concordances, and other exegetical tools. Enables those with little or no prior knowledge of the biblical languages to engage in basic word studies and grammatical exercises.

3 Credits

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Choose 6 credits from the following Biblical Languages

BIB 630                                                                   

BIBLICAL HEBREW 1                                                                    

Course Description: Introduction to the grammar of Biblical Hebrew. Emphasis is placed on alphabet,

vowels, verbs and basic reading vocabulary as a foundation for further studies in Biblical Hebrew.

3 Credits

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BIB 631                                                                 

BIBLICAL HEBREW 2                                                                   

Course Description: Resumption of Biblical Hebrew 1 with continued emphasis on grammar and vocabulary.

Stress on weak verbs and basic knowledge of syntax. Exercises and reading of selected texts of Hebrew prose. Prerequisite: BIB -630.

3 Credits

BIB 670                                                               

NEW TESTAMENT GREEK 1                                                         

Course Description: Intensive course in basic morphology and syntax of New Testament Greek.

Covers basic vocabulary and grammar as a foundation for further studies in biblical Greek.

3 Credits

 

BIB 671                                                               

NEW TESTAMENT GREEK 2                                                         

Course Description: Continuation of the study of New Testament Greek.

Includes translation and exegesis of 1 John. Prerequisite: BIB -670.

3 Credits

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Chaplaincy Courses

MIN 640

INTRO TO CHAPLAINCY

Course Description: Biblical, theological, and philosophical foundations of chaplaincy. Emphasis includes the Constitutional foundations and functional areas (community, education, health care, military, etc.), institutional functions (providing, facilitating, advising, etc.), and roles (priest, prophet, ethical advisor, counselor, staff member) of a chaplain.

3 Credits

 

MIN 641

CHAPLAIN MINISTRY METHODOLOGIES

Course Description: Successful application of biblical, Christian, Evangelical beliefs and practices in secular chaplaincy environments. Explores engaging other ethical/faith schemas, practical methods for providing substantive input in general fields (behavioral, financial, relational, institutional, etc.) and specialized fields (bioethics, conflict/war, medical research, etc.) and chaplain's roles (exemplar, confidant, teacher, cautioner, etc.)

3 Credits

 

MIN 642

CHAPLAINCY IN INSTITUTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS

Course Description: Missional ministry and personal role as an institutional resident; institutional structures, functions, missions, dynamics, relationship & leadership; and mediating ministries such as ethics and character training, personal growth, marriage enrichment, suicide prevention, etc.

3 Credits

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MIN 643

CHAPLAINCY IN CRISIS SITUATIONS

Course Description: Considers critical incidents affecting personnel such as violence, injuries, deaths; major mishaps(travel, industrial, residential, etc.); natural disasters; civil disorder; war; institutional turmoil and conflict; etc. Addresses faith integration with debriefing methodologies; ministry of presence and comfort; public ceremonies; cross-discipline cooperation and integration of effort.

3 Credits

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BIB 530

CHRISTIAN ETHICS

Course Description: Biblical and theological foundations that determine the formation of Christian moral decision-making and shape a personal lifestyle. Examines selected contemporary moral issues in the light of biblical teachings. Includes an overview of the prophetic call to the community, the marketplace and nation to mobilize the Church in addressing crucial social issues.

3 credits

 

MIN 602

PASTORAL CARE, COUNSELING & CONFLICT

Course Description: Strategies on effective emotional and spiritual healing in the unique context of the Church. Presents models for biblically based and spiritually-gifted strategies to address key issues as a part of the mentoring and disciple-making process.

3 Credits

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Choose 3 credits from the following courses

MIN 644

MILITARY CHAPLAINCY

Course Description: Considers chaplain's dual identity and role in military institutions, emphasizing ministry as primary. Examines theology, philosophy, and ethics of conflict and war; Constitutional and legal viewpoints of chaplain's status and practices; dynamics of training, operations, deployment, combat, and retrenchment. Staff officer requirements and practices, endorsement identity, maintenance and practice.

3 Credits

 

MIN 645

FUNCTIONAL AREAS OF CHAPLAINCY

Course Description: Considers 9 'functional areas' of chaplaincy as secularizing societies recognize the benefits of chaplaincy in various venues: community, crisis and disaster relief, education, healthcare, institutional and government, public safety, recreation, sports, workplace. Explores fruitful ministry paths, planning, and provision.

3 Credits

 

 

MIN 696 (Capstone)

CLINICAL PASTORAL EDUCATION

Course Description: Students train at a site approved by the Association of Clinical Pastoral Education(ACPE) and earn 1 unit of CPE. An Antioch instructor oversees the training, providing intake, debrief sessions, and spiritual formation for the CPE students. Must be accepted by training site to register for course. 

Pass/No Pass