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3.00 Credits
James H. Evans, Jr. An introduction to various types of Christian theology, particularly systematic theology. The course will explore central theological themes, including God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, creation, sin, salvation, grace, the Kingdom of God and the Church. The role of Scripture, revelation, tradition, experience and praxis in the formulation of Christian theology will be discussed. Attention will be given to diverse theological voices.
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3.00 Credits
James H. Evans, Jr./Melanie A. May An introduction to 20th-century Christian theology as it is shaped by and responds to specific cultural, economic, political, religious and social contexts. Conversations in the United States (1900s- 1920s around the Social Gospel), in Europe (1930s-1940s around crisis theology and the German Church struggle), in Latin America (1970s around liberation theology), in Africa (1980s around a theology of inculturation), and in Asia (1990s around theological responses to religious pluralism), will be featured and engaged. Throughout, the meanings and methods of ongoing theological work will be considered as contributions to the living Christian tradition being newly created.
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3.00 Credits
Christopher H. Evans This survey course introduces the historical development and transformation of religion in the United States. While various religious groups will be given some attention, the course will focus on the history of American Christianity and will address specific historiographical issues related to the study of American Christianity.
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3.00 Credits
Christopher H. Evans/Cynthia M. Rasmussen This course examines how the 16th-century Protestant Reformation influenced the historical development of Western Christianity. Through an examination of the theology of Luther, Zwingli, Calvin and Anabaptist movements, the course discusses how the Reformation transformed the religious and cultural landscape of Western Europe. The course also investigates how predominant Reformation theologies influenced the religious and cultural development of American Protestant communities from the 17th through the 19th centuries.
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3.00 Credits
Peter W. Agnew This course is designed to explore the motivations for evangelism, to articulate biblical and theological foundations for evangelism, to examine the understanding and practice of evangelism in the last two centuries, to develop a holistic understanding of evangelism in the contemporary world and to empower the people of God to evangelize with sensitivity and integrity.
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3.00 Credits
Christopher H. Evans/Cynthia M. Rasmussen A critical survey of the history of Christianity from its inception through the Middle Ages up to and including the beginnings of the 16th-century reform of the Church. Particular attention will be given to major persons and movements, as well as major doctrinal controversies. An exploration of the diversity and multiple forms of Christianity is highlighted, with implications of this legacy for faith and life in contemporary communities.
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3.00 Credits
Christopher H. Evans This course explores the ministry, theology, spirituality and ethics of John and Charles Wesley and the Wesleyan movement. It provides a basic introduction to the social context of the 18th century in which the Wesleyan movement developed, to its primary theological themes and controversies, and to its mission emphases. It builds an understanding of Wesleyan spirituality through the historical study and the contemporary practice of the means of grace. It is open to all students but fulfills a United Methodist denominational requirement.
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3.00 Credits
James H. Evans, Jr. This course is designed to introduce students to the field of study, which encompasses religion and literature. The course will examine religious motifs and themes in selected 20th-century novels and autobiographies. Emphases will include the impact of faith in the lives of authors as they find expression in their work. Course participants will study the works of Richard Wright, Toni Morrison, Maya Angelou, and Ralph Ellison, among others. The objective is to gain a deeper understanding of the interrelationship between African-American literary and religious expression.
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3.00 Credits
Cynthia M. Rasmussen The purpose of this course is to explore themes uncovered with close and critical reading of Augustine and Calvin's primary texts. Particular attention is given to Augustine's Confessions, as well as the definitive 1559 edition of Calvin's Institutes along with readings from various scholars. Attention will be given to the doctrinal themes as they emerge from the readings, as well as the cultural, philosophical, and ecclesiastical contexts out of which these themes developed.
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3.00 Credits
James H. Evans, Jr. This course is designed to introduce students to the history and doctrine of baptism in the life of the Church. The course will examine the development of the practice and theology of baptism in the Bible and through the early centuries of the existence of the Church. Emphases will include the differences and similarities in the understanding of baptism in different faith communities. Course participants will study both historical and contemporary works on the topic. The objective is to gain a deeper understanding of the meaning of this ancient Christian practice for the Church today.
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