Catalog 2012-2014 - Anderson University School of Theology

Master’s Degree Courses — Theological and Philosophical Studies (THST), continued
THST COURSES
5000 Orientation to Online Graduate Theological Studies 1 hr.
Nature and process of online studies. Nature and process of graduate theological studies. note: First
required course for Online M.A.C.M. degree. prerequisite: Enrollment in Online MACM degree.
5900 Research Design: Principles and Skills 1 hrs.
Methods of research, bibliography, and design for thesis with attention to form and principles of
writing.
6040 The Kingdom of God and Eschatology 3 hrs.
A survey of biblical, historical, and systematic understandings of the Kingdom of God.
Consideration will be given to how these understandings are worked out in relation to a view of history
and eschatology.
6110 The Doctrine of the Trinity 3 hrs.
The course presents the historic, classic, and orthodox doctrine of the Holy Trinity. It follows a biblical,
historical, and dogmatic approach. It seeks to show how and why the classical doctrine/dogma
emerged in the fourth century, what have been the major ways this dogma has been understood,
and how crucial is this teaching for a right understanding of the relation of God to us and of us to
God. offered: Arranged only.
6210 Theology and Leadership for a Multi-Ethnic World 3 hrs.
This course examines key approaches to ministry leadership development that address the challenge
of racial and ethnic tensions in the church and community. The course intends to aid ministers in
preparing for and developing multi-ethnic leadership for diverse constituencies. Special emphasis is
given to the role of today’s leaders in developing effective models of leadership for promoting reconciliation,
healing, and unity.
6510 Constructive Theology I 3 hrs.
Foundational work regarding the role of Christian doctrine and theological reflection in the life of
the church. Work in theological method including the issue of biblical authority. Consideration
given to the theological and doctrinal life of the church from the first century to the present era
with special emphasis on contemporary developments. Major attention given to both classical and
contemporary Trinitarian thought and to current challenges to it, as well as the nature of creation
and humankind.
6550 Constructive Theology II 3 hrs.
Foundational work regarding the role of Christian doctrine and theological reflection in the life of
the church. Attention given to the person and work of Jesus Christ, to the person and work of the
Holy Spirit, to the kingdom of God and its relation to the church, and the end of the age. Students
required to write integrative papers on doctrinal matters and to do so in relation to biblical materials;
historical doctrinal traditions; other dimensions of Christian thought; and contemporary church
experience, questions, and issues. prerequisite: THST 6510.
7010 Readings in Theological Classics 3 hrs.
Examines the work of one major Christian theologian. The possibilities include Augustine, Aquinas,
Luther, Calvin, Arminius, John Wesley, and Jonathan Edwards.
7330 Theological Ethics 3 hrs.
Examination of ethics from the standpoint of character and virtue. Attention given to elements
that contribute to the development of a virtuous life: the idea of character, communities and their
formative narratives, the virtues, and a telos of human existence. This concludes in Christian moral
reflection about specific ethical issues in science, medicine, sexuality, church-state issues, and other
significant technological and social trends.
7340 Ethics for the Vocation of Ministry 3 hrs.
A systematic examination of the moral life of the minister from the perspective of Christian character
and virtue. Within this context, specific attention will be given to issues of sexuality, stewardship,
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