36 courses with the subject THEL, 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.
THEL 111College Christian Apologetics
3-WSP Examines historical claims and questions raised by the Christian faith. Students explore and assess various approaches to making theological responses to issues within the Church and culture that challenge or otherwise affect Christianity. Taught at participating high schools to selected, qualified students. Can be used toward a Theology major or minor. THEL 191, 192, 291, 292, 391, 392, 491, 492
3-F25 Explores the notion of creation from a biblical and theological perspective and examines several contemporary Christian responses to the environmental crisis. Prerequisite: THEL 209
3-F25 An introduction to basic concepts of and methods used in theology. Stands on its own as a basic introduction to theology but also prepares students well for further work in systematic theology. Prerequisite: THEL 209
3-WSP Seeks to “give reason for the faith that is written within us” by making theological reply to those questions raised when Christian faith collides with contemporary situations. Classical and contemporary questions and methodologies are considered. Prerequisite: THEL 209
0, 2-F&S This is the curricular component of the Emmanuel Scholars program. Students meet weekly for a seminar discussion of important works related to the intersection of the Christian faith, culture, and vocation. Liberal Arts. Prerequisite: THEL 209
3-WSP Introductory course in the philosophy of religion. A number of central topics are surveyed with special focus on religious epistemology, the relationship between faith and reason, and the rationality of religious belief. Also examined are major theistic arguments, the problem of evil, divine attributes, and providence. Liberal Arts.
3-WSP Introductory course in philosophical theology focusing on the concept of God. Philosophical analysis of divine attributes (such as God’s power, knowledge, goodness, and relation to time). Liberal Arts. Prerequisite: THEL 209
Central to the mission of the CCSP, this course helps students develop a theology of creation that understands humans as stewards of the Earth. Through the study of Scripture and other relevant texts, students explore the theology of creation, biblical stewardship, questions of faith and science, and Christian responses to current environmental problems. (THEL credit for major/minor or general elective) INCL/SOC 305 Sustainable Community Development (4 credits) This course explores how knowledge of ecological systems, globalization, political economy, and the biblical worldview come together in the pursuit of development that is community-minded, just, and ecologically sustainable. Through readings, lectures, and fieldtrips, students study complex issues in sustainable development such as the nexus of poverty, the environment, justice, and the many practical challenges associated with sustainable community development. (Major/minor credit for sociology, INCL elective or optional elective for Development Concentration, or general elective)
3-WSP Attention to Scriptural and theological models for understanding the nature of the human being as well as the ethical and social implications of a theology of human equality.
3-F25 An introduction to liturgical theology including explorations into the biblical and theological foundations for worship and the sacramental life of the Church. Special emphasis on the task of contextualization in planning worship services and examining the pastoral role in the Church's liturgical life and witness.
3-S26 Examines the nature and process of spiritual growth and maturation in the life of the Christian. As an academic course of study, this class arises out of ascetical theology and thus emphasizes the writings of early, medieval, and later Christians. Primary emphasis is on the role of the classical spiritual disciplines in the formation of character. Liberal Arts.
Total in minor 14 This cross-disciplinary minor in Leadership Studies can alternatively be earned by completing the LIFT (Leaders in Further Training) discipleship training program (run by Camp of the Woods) with the addition of BADM 320 Leadership Development. Students can earn 12 credits through this program.
3-WSP In-depth study of one or more figures in Christian theology with emphasis on primary source material for examining the theologians in the context of their lives and times. Liberal Arts. Prerequisite: THEL 209
3-WSP In-depth exploration of philosophical thought on the question of whether and how belief in a good deity is compatible with the great evils we see in the world around us. Students study the history of the topic before turning to its treatment in contemporary philosophy of religion. Liberal Arts. Prerequisite: THEL 209
3-WSP Seminar on the thought of Thomas Aquinas involving a close reading of Aquinas’ most important work, the Summa Theologiae, with occasional supplementation from other relevant primary and secondary literature. Liberal Arts. Prerequisite: THEL 209
3-WSP Seminar in which selected topics in Christian theology are examined via close reading and discussion of historical and contemporary works of philosophical theology. Examples of topics considered: Divine Attributes, Divine Providence (and Human Freedom), God and Ethics, and Faith. The specific issue(s) to be considered are identified each time the course is scheduled. Repeatable when topics are diverse. Liberal Arts. Prerequisite: THEL 209
1–6-F&S Supervised field experience in a church or parachurch agency combining academic work with practical and professional responsibilities and relationships. Prerequisites: CRFM 325, MIN 210 or permission from the Christian
