Religion Studies
Ministry: Call, Discernment & Gifts
The focus of this course is to explore how the church is to be about the task of ministry in the world. Part of this exploration will be to identify our own call to ministry and spiritual giftedness. Syllabus for Ministry: Call, Discernment & Gifts
An Introduction to the Life of Prayer ~ A Two-part Conversation
The intent of this two-session course is to explore, discuss, and share essential elements in the development of a personal life of prayer. These elements include: envisioning a model of reality that demonstrates how God may be encountered by humans through prayer; examining traditional and classical forms of prayer; articulating three major dimensions of personal prayer; and considering and discussing the significant contributions of Anglicanism to the spirituality of prayer. Syllabus for Introduction to the Life of Prayer
Our Anglican Heritage
(A lecture/discussion of the revised edition by John W. Howe and Sam C. Pascoe)
Anglicanism is the third largest branch of Christendom. The class and the book explore the rich heritage and gift of our Church. The study promises to address:
“What is Anglicanism and how is it distinctive?”
“Where did it come from and where is it going?”
“Can an ancient Church be the Church of the future?”
“Which beliefs, values, and practices stand at the heart of this important global communion?”
“How can its rich heritage help it move into the future?”
From its early history in English Reformation to the debates and struggles of the 21st century, this book study will study Our Anglican Heritage.
Introduction To Prayer Book Worship & Theology
This course seeks to provide an understanding of the history and emphasis of Anglican worship, to place the Prayer Book in the context of theological and historical development, and to provide a connection between worship and living. Syllabus for Introduction to the Book of Common Prayer
Early Church History
From the close of the New Testament period through the age of St. Augustine, the church was confronted with the challenges of persecution, false doctrine, and the need to establish a permanent and effective institutional structure. This course looks at how the early church met those challenges, and how what it learned can help meet today's challenges.
Syllabus for Early Church History
Medieval Church History
This course provides an investigation into the medieval attitude, culture, socioeconomic experience and religious influences. Syllabus for Medieval Church History
Reformation Church History
This course will explore the people, places and events of the Protestant and Catholic Reformations. Discussion will focus on Martin Luther, John Calvin, Thomas Cranmer, and St. Ignatius Loyola and on their roles in the Reformation. Syllabus for Reformation Church History
Anglicanism
This course will introduce students to significant themes or characteristics of Anglicanism. Class lecture and discussion will focus on the relation between scripture, tradition and reason, the 39 Articles of Religion, the Chicago-Lambeth Quadrilateral, and church polity. Syllabus for Anglicanism
Belief of the Church Parts I & II
This course will teach the student to think theologically, Beginning with the study of the doctrine of Incarnation and its implications. The historical development of the doctrines of Christ and the dogma of the Holy Trinity are central to this course.
Syllabus for Beliefs
The Episcopal Church in the United States
This course will enable the student to understand the dynamics, conflicts and hope which has been a part of the development of the Episcopal Church in this country from the early colonial times to the present. Syllabus for Episcopal Church in USA
An Introduction to Christian Ethics
This course will examine the ethical decision-making process in the light of the teachings of the Church. Particular emphasis will be placed upon the ways in which the Incarnation informs the making of moral judgments. Syllabus for Ethics
Evangelism ~ A Way of Life and Growth
We have been called by Jesus Himself to preach the Gospel to all nations, and yet this is one of our greatest challenges and often hardest tasks. Come and learn about Evangelism from a group of believers who take this commission seriously! Syllabus for Evangelism