13 courses with the subject TS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
TS 525• Survey in Systematic Theology for MFT and MACYFM4
Explores foundations of systematic theology, including the nature of God, human creation and fall, Christ and salvation, the Holy Spirit’s redemptive mission, and God’s purposes for the church and creation. Evaluates personal theology in light of historical and emerging Christian thought and integrates key insights into faith and ministry.
Explores systematic theology and ethics, including the nature of God, divine self-revelation, and humanity in its created and fallen condition. Evaluates personal identity, theology, moral agency, and cultural framework in light of historical and emerging theologies. Integrates key insights into faith and practice.
Builds on Theology and Ethics I, exploring the person of Jesus Christ and salvation through Christ; the Holy Spirit and the Spirit’s redemptive and reconciling mission; and God’s purposes for the church and creation. Evaluates personal identity, theology, and cultural framework in light of historical and emerging theologies and ethical issues. Integrates key insights into faith and practice. Special Notes: TS 535 is a recommended prerequisite.
TS 605• Christian Worldview in Global Perspective4
Description of the nature of a worldview and culture. Analysis of worldview commitments found in culture in light of a Christian worldview. Articulation of Christian faith in ways that are responsive to contemporary culture and in conversation with historical and theological realities of the early church. Evaluation of Christianity in its global theological context. Special Notes: TS 535 or TS 536 is a recommended prerequisite.
Research focused on a particular theological issue or topic may be pursued under independent arrangement with the professor involved. Prerequisites: TS 535, Consent of instructor.
Extension course for continued enrollment; required when the thesis course is incomplete. The extension allows students continued access to university resources. Student must be registered in an extension course at the time the dissertation is granted final approval and receives a grade. Special Notes: A $375 fee applies to this course.
Preselected topics within an existing course in the field of Theological Studies. Special Notes: Portfolio courses are created upon request with permission by an overseeing Program Director.
A Master of Divinity or Doctor of Ministry concentration course; an in-depth study of a particular Spiritual and Personal Formation theme. Special Notes: Fulfills D.Min. elective requirements. Prior completion of TS 535 and TS 536 recommended.
A Master of Divinity or Doctor of Ministry concentration course; an in-depth study of a particular Theological Studies theme. Special Notes: Fulfills D.Min. elective requirements. Prior completion of TS 535 and TS 536 recommended.
Development of a thesis proposal and prospectus. Survey of existing research and delineation of tentative argument and preliminary bibliography. To be developed in consultation and under supervision of a faculty member as thesis advisor. Prerequisites: Approval of faculty member in relevant discipline is required. Special Notes: This course is graded Pass/Fail.
Implementation of research plan, under the supervision of thesis advisor and with input from a second reader. To include survey of existing research and thesis that is well argued and supported by the literature. Prerequisites: TS 795A.
An in-depth exploration of a particular theme or topic within the specific topic. It examines contemporary issues, scholarly insights, and practical applications relevant to ministry and leadership contexts. Through rigorous examination of primary and secondary sources, students assess the significance of the discipline to the study and practice of ministry and leadership. Prerequisites: GS 801 and ML 810 (Both may be taken concurrently).
Preselected topics within an existing course in the field of Theological Studies. Special Notes: Portfolio courses are created upon request with permission by an overseeing Program Director.
