Master of Arts in Theology
We are pleased to offer the following courses for our 2010 Summer and Fall Terms:
SUMMER TERM 2010
TH 550 Seminar in Christian Ethics
This course is an introduction to the study of Christian Ethics. It is divided into three components: 1) the sources of Christian Ethics (Scripture, Christian tradition, etc.), 2) the theoretical approaches to Christian Ethics, and 3) studies of contemporary ethical problems. The goal of the course is for students to integrate the first two components into a coherent process of Christian moral discernment and to put that process into practice by analyzing ethical issues that Christians face today. Topics of ethical analysis may include—but are not limited to—poverty and wealth, issues concerning human sexuality, bio-medical issues, globalization, environmental issues, and war. (3 credits @ $410 per credit hour)
Instructor: John Anderson, andersonj@lakeland.edu
Summer term: Tuesday evenings, 5:30-8:30 p.m., June 1-August 17
FALL TERM 2010
TH 500 Understandings of Christian Theology
An introduction to the systematic study of the basic teachings of Christianity (systematic theology). Classical and contemporary methods of doing theology, revelation and reason, faith and order, Catholic church and the Protestant principle, the authority of scripture and the language of faith, classical doctrine in the 21st century, the Christ of faith and the Jesus of history, the ecumenical "tradition of faith" in the historical and contemporary context.
Dr. Richard L. Christensen (920-565-1345) christensenr@lakeland.edu
Tuesday evenings, 5:30-8:30 p.m.TH 510 Old Testament Interpretation: The Law and the Prophets
An introduction to the writings of the Hebrew Scriptures that comprise the Protestant Old Testament, including a survey of the Old Testament texts, the social-religious and historical backgrounds contributing to their development, and methods of Old Testament exegesis. A major aim of the course is to lay a foundation that will enable students to become proficient interpreters of these texts. To that end, the course seeks to help students develop skills of critical investigation while also learning how to integrate these skills with an appreciation of the Old Testament as an integral part of the Christian sacred story.
Dr. Karl Kuhn (920-565-1274) kuhnka@lakeland.edu
Thursday evenings, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Students may participate in the M.A.T. courses in person at the Sheboygan campus or through an interactive, real time, online experience from their home computer. Through easy to use technology and programming, students can view the notes, images and power point presentations displayed in class, listen to the instructor and classmates, and participate in class discussion.
For more information about Lakeland's M.A.T. program, or to register, please Register for classes online, or contact the Mission House Center at 920-565-1538.
