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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the doctrine of evangelization, the philosophy and application of Church growth principles, and practical instruction in how to present the doctrines to inquirers. Exploration of the changing values of Western culture and the ways the Church can effectively respond to a new generation of seekers. The purpose and process of evangelization, and how to share the teachings of the New Church with confidence and care. 3 Credits. (Not Offered 2008/09)
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Various approaches to morality. The spiritual foundation of moral virtues and moral living. Consideration of civil, moral, and spiritual questions dealing with both individual and institutional conduct, such as revolution and the rule of law, the relation of church and state, spiritual and natural freedom, war, race relations, ethics in business and labor, the use of alcohol and drugs, responsibility for others. 3 Credits. Spring. R.J. Silverman
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Study of the Ten Commandments as they appear in the religious writings of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and other world faiths. Study of the literal and spiritual level of each commandment using selected texts from sacred and secular sources. Students encouraged to draw connections between the various levels of the commandments and their own lives. 3 Credits. (Not Offered 2008/09)
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Survey of religions in the United States today. What religion is, how the Lord views a multiplicity of religions, the human/cultural/social sides of religion, the rise of religious intolerance and fundamentalism, religious dialogue. Religions studied include Native American religion, Judaism, Roman Catholicism, various Protestant denominations, religions of the 19th century (Mormonism, Christian Science), Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. 3 Credits. Spring. R.J. Silverman
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The laws and fundamental principles by which the Lord governs creation. How the Lord removes evil from people while preserving their freedom. How the Lord brings good out of evil. Eternal life as the goal of providence. How providence uses natural conditions to serve this end. Why providence operates in secret. Text: Divine Providence. 3 Credits. Fall. A.M.T. Dibb
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Introduction to the New Church teachings about the Lord, His love and accommodation. The Incarnation. The steps and states of the Lord's life from infancy to the resurrection. His glorified Humanity and presence today. The primary focus is on the direct teachings in the doctrines, and on seeing the Lord in the Gospel accounts and in the Hebrew scriptures. 3 Credits. Winter. G.H. Odhner
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Intensive study of Genesis to Deuteronomy in their historical and cultural context. Discussion of translations, certain critical theories, and other related ideas. Treatment of the literal meaning in relation to its higher meanings and other doctrinal considerations. The history of the canon of the Old and New Testaments. 3 Credits. (Not Offered 2008/09)
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Intensive study of Joshua to 2 Kings, Psalms, and Prophets viewed in their historical and cultural context. Special attention to prophecies of the Lord's advent in Psalms and the Prophets. 3 Credits. Winter. S.I. Frazier
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3.00 Credits
Survey of the Four Gospels with attention to similarities and distinctions, historical context, and relationship to the Old Testament, Act, Epistles, and Revelation. Special attention to the nature of the First Advent and the testimony concerning Jesus Christ. 3 Credits. Spring. S.I. Frazier
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3.00 Credits
The Last Judgment on the human race, with analogy to spiritual crisis in the individual. The spiritual functions and impact of imagery in the book of Revelation and in the memorable relations in the Apocalypse Revealed. Text: The Apocalypse Revealed. 3 Credits. (Not Offered 2008/09)
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