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SUMMER 2010

HIS-2013 The Western World in Ancient and Medieval Times
A survey course that traces the social forces (sacred and secular) contributing to the development of Western civilization in global context from the Hellenistic period (1000 BC) to the Reformation era. The study of key events, ideas, personalities, and movements that have contributed to the major periods of history and the passages between them increases students’ understanding of and appreciation for God’s redemptive purposes. The course will study ways to build bridges from historical understanding to personal spiritual formation, the role of the church in society, and contemporary ministry.
Instructor: Dr. David Heughins
Location: First Church of the Nazarene, Worcester, MA
Times & Dates: Mondays 6:00-9:40 PM, May 17 - August 2, 2010

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FALL 2010

HIS-2023 Western World and the Emerging Modern Society
A survey course that traces the social forces (sacred and secular) contributing to the development of Western civilization in global context from the Reformation era to the present. The study of key events, ideas, personalities, and movements that have contributed to the major periods of history and the passages between them increases students’ understanding of and appreciation for God’s redemptive purposes. The course will study ways to build bridges from historical understanding to personal spiritual formation, the role of the church in society, and contemporary ministry.
Instructor: Dr. David Heughins
Location: Worcester, MA
Times & Dates: TBA

BIB-1013 Introduction to the Old Testament
A survey of the historical, literary, and cultural context of the Old Testament. This course is a prerequisite for all other Old Testament classes.
Instructor: Rev. Jeffrey Barker
Location: Wollaston Church of the Nazarene, Quincy, MA
Times & Dates: Tuesdays 6:00 - 9:40pm Sept 7 - Nov 9

CEM-2003 Introduction to Christian Educational Ministries
A survey of the historical development and contemporary forms of Christian educational ministry programs.
Instructor: Rev. Larry Ogden
Location: Community Chapel, Nashua, NH
Times & Dates: Tuesdays, Sept 14 - Nov 16, 6:00 to 9:40 pm

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THE-1043 Exploring Christian Holiness
An introduction to the study of the doctrine of Christian Holiness. The study will explore the biblical development and the emphasis of the doctrine within the Church of the Nazarene. Special attention is given to holiness in personal experience, interpersonal relationships, and doctrinal preaching.
Instructor: Dr. Dennis Brenner
Location: Manchester Church of the Nazarene, Manchester, CT
Times & Dates: Mondays 6:00 - 9:40pm Sept 13 - Nov 22 (No Class on Oct 11)

Reynolds Institute Preaching Seminar for Pastors

CEU: 1 Preaching the Genres of Scripture

Location: St. Paul’s Church of the Nazarene, Duxbury, MA
Instructor: Rev. Lisa Morrison MRE, MDiv (concentrated in preaching), ThM (preaching)

Dates: Sept. 20 and 27 ; Oct. 4, 18 and 25, 2010 Mondays 7:00-9:00 pm

Course Description: An introduction to the rhetorical characteristics of various genres of Scripture and their implications for preaching. Practice preaching sermons using the rhetorical characteristics of the various genres.

Course Objectives

Summarize basic concepts of genre criticism.
Study the rhetorical nature of the Bible.
Master the literary characteristics of biblical nature.
Understand the rhetorical characteristics of various genres such as parables, proverbs, psalms…
Use rhetorical criticism when exegeting passages from the different genres.
Appreciate the artistry of the Bible.

Cost: $100

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