CONTINUING STUDIES
Certificate in Christian Studies
Certificate in Christian Studies The Certificate in Christian Studies at COURSES UNBC covers a wide range of bible • XREL 120-3 Introduction to the Old Testament courses, from church history, studies • XREL 118-3 Introduction to the New Testament 114-3 Christian Spirituality of the old and new testament and •• XREL XREL 112-3 History of the Christian Church: more. The First 1700 Years • These course feature some of Continuing Studies’ most diverse student bodies, with a full spectrum of religious backgrounds, experiences, denominations, age and educational level. The classes are guaranteed to be full of interesting and lively discussion. Students who successfully complete five of the seven courses offered in this program will be issued a Continuing Studies Certificate in Christian Studies. Each course may be taken independently as there are no prerequisites for participation. Individual courses may be transferred as elective credit to most degree programs at UNBC. Students interested in elective credit should consult their academic advisor prior to registration.
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XREL 122-3 History of the Christian Church: The Last 300 Years XREL 116-3 Life and Teachings of Jesus XREL 210-3 Life and Teachings of Moses
* Courses marked with star are awaiting final notification from UNBC’s Senate Committee for approval for a new course or course changes.
REGISTRATION Registration for the Certificate in Christian Studies is on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact Continuing Studies to register online, by phone, by fax, by mail or in person.
COST $395.00 per course, plus textbooks as required.
SCHEDULE On average, two to three of the Certificate courses will be scheduled per academic year.
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XREL 120-3 Introduction to the Old Testament The Old Testament/Hebrew Bible consists of numerous types of literature, written by a variety of authors, and spans a large expanse of time and geography. As a detailed exploration of the historical context, literary styles and theological themes of each of the books of the Old Testament, this course serves as an overview of current Old Testament studies and also as a launching pad for further study of both Judaism and Christianity. XREL 118-3 Introduction to the New Testament The New Testament consists of numerous types of literature, and reflects a variety of viewpoints of Jesus and his followers. As a detailed exploration of the historical context, literary styles and theological themes of each of the books of the New Testament, this course serves as an overview of current New Testament studies and also as a launching pad for further study of both Jesus and the first Christians. XREL 114-3 Christian Spirituality Spiritual formation is a popular concept that stems from ancient roots. This course will invite students to explore the nature of their own spiritual formation as well as introduce practices of formation from Christian traditions of spirituality. It will invite participants to try a variety of spiritual practices that encourage a Biblical and holistic approach to life. XREL 112-3 History of the Christian Church: The First 1700 Years This course sketches the history of the Christian religion, with particular emphasis on its church institutions, doctrines and organization, and their influence on
women and men of faith from the first century to the 17th. The general emphasis throughout the course is on broad exposure to the world of the Christian church, its common people and their relationship to the larger socio-political world. XREL 122-3 History of the Christian Church: The Last 300 Years This course sketches the story of Christianity across the world, from the first global cross-connections to the present, with particular emphasis on transmission of the Christian faith from culture to culture, and the influence of changing institutions, doctrines and organization, the lives of women and men of faith. XREL 116-3 Life and Teachings of Jesus Jesus Christ has impacted the world unlike any other person in history. Profound and multifaceted, Jesus’s life and teachings are explored through the careful study of the history, culture, miracles and teachings presented in the four ancient Gospel accounts of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. XREL 210-3 Life and Teachings of Moses The Five Books of Moses, also known as the Torah, the Law or the Pentateuch, refers to the first five books of the Bible - Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. This course explores their history, development, literacy characteristics, and theological themes.
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MARK WESSNER
NEIL LETTINGA
Professor Mark Wessner is the Senior Associate Pastor at Westwood MB Church and is also an Associate Professor of Religious Studies for an American university (online). Mark’s foundational approach to teaching, whether it is in a traditional classroom or through distance education, is that: 1) truth is to be carefully discerned by the learner, rather than arbitrarily dictated by the teacher, and 2) the teacher is to provide the environment, resources and expertise by which the learner is to thoughtfully explore, critique and relate to the subject matter.
Neil Lettinga is one of the University Chaplains at UNBC. He earned his PhD in history from the Johns Hopkins University, where he studied the Church of England in the 17th Century. He has also taught in Nairobi, Kenya and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and has a research interest in the history of African Christianity. Dr Lettinga’s classes are intended both for students of faith and for those whose interests in the subject matter are strictly academic.