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4.00 Credits
Study of the key events, personalities, and movements that marked the Protestant reformation. The spirit of reform simmered for some 200 years before breaking out with surprising intensity in the 16th century, giving birth to Protestantism and shattering the papal leadership of western Christendom. Three major traditions marked early Protestantism: Lutheran, Reformed, and Anglican. After a generation, the Church of Rome itself, led by the Jesuits, recovered its moral fervor. Bloody struggles between Catholics and Protestants followed and Europe was ravaged by war before it became obvious that western Christendom was permanently divided. Prerequisite: HIST 210.
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2.00 Credits
May be taken as RELI 322.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum. May involve a guest instructor, workshop, or seminar format.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Offers opportunity to study, research, analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects selected and facilitated by the instructor. Students who meet eligibility requirements must submit a directed study proposal for approval by the instructor and the academic dean before registering.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Offers opportunity to study, research, analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects determined by the student under the supervision of the instructor. Students who meet eligibility requirements must submit an independent study proposal for approval by the instructor and the academic dean before registering.
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4.00 Credits
Using historical accounts, extensive contemporary missiological literature, and case studies, this course provides a comprehensive introduction to the mission of the Christian church and the vocation of the missionary. Study of the political, cultural, ideological, spiritual, and relational dynamics that have influenced the historical spread of Christianity; major issues that shape the continuing missionary enterprise of today's global church; and factors related to the calling, life, and work of missionaries.
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4.00 Credits
Combining readings, discussions, interviews, and field experiences, this course introduces the cultural heritage, beliefs, practices, and sociological components of non-Christian religions and variant religious movements, and assists students in developing a biblical response that upholds the Gospel and is respectful toward those of other faiths.
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2.00 Credits
With contributions from anthropologists, communication specialists, and ministry practitioners, this course introduces the biblical basis and means for personal intercultural relations and evangelism. The relationship of the Gospel and culture. Principles and methodologies are examined through readings and field projects, as students are equipped to develop caring relationships and communicate the Gospel of Jesus Christ with those of cultures different from their own.
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2.00 Credits
Building on foundations established in Intercultural Outreach I, this course explores the cultural understandings and ministry skills required to work with those of other cultures to establish Christian groups and communities. The relationship of church and culture. Students gain understandings and tools for effective adjustment, education, teamwork, conflict resolution, and theological formation in an intercultural context. Texts and case studies, principles and methodologies of church planting and development, with special emphasis on the establishment of indigenous transformational faith communities. Focus on cultural variations in organization, social roles, social change, and decision-making.
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4.00 Credits
During this January term course participants spend considerable time visiting urban ministry settings and meeting with those involved. Participants come face-to-face with the benefits and challenges of city life. Introduces the pressing issues that accompany the increasing urbanization our country and our world. Biblical foundations for urban ministry and examples of how churches and non-profit organizations have addressed urban realities.
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