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Christian Engagement With Poverty, Government, And Foreign Assistance, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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Stemming from the May 2010 Government, Global Poverty and God’s Mission in the World evangelical declaration (and consultation hosted at Wheaton College that originated the declaration), this course will explore four broad module categories that emerged: Theology of Poverty in Today’s World, How Christians Engage Government, Government Initiatives against Global Poverty, and Christian Advocacy on U.S. Foreign Assistance. Each module will include a robust exploration of: 1) important topics; 2) contentious questions; 3) key resources; and, 4) questions for reflection and action.

A Theology Of Poverty Backues, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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Theology Of Poverty Boyd, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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Bs 502 Pentateuch, Robert Angelo Traina

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Nt 645 General Epistles, Robert Angelo Traina

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Bs 682 Method In Bible Study, Robert Angelo Traina

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Nt 530 The Gospel Of Mark, Robert Angelo Traina

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Bs 660 Romans, Robert Angelo Traina

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Ctm 604, The Bible, Pacifism, Just War And Just Peacemaking, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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An analysis of the arguments--biblical, theological, historical--for and against the claim that Christians should never kill and exploration of nonviolent peacemaking. Class discussion and student presentations will be a major part of the class.

Political And Public Theologies, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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Ctm 623: Christian Social Ethics, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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In this course we will examine selected theological, ethical and missional commitments of the Church of Jesus Christ in our contemporary world. Our chief purpose will be to explore the myriad of ways in which church groups, thinkers, writers and spokespersons have envisaged, understood and interpreted the connection between Christ and culture. These includes the relationship between the “Christ and Caesar”, the word and the world, the interface between Ethics and economics. Topics to be explored include the intersection between race, class and gender, the subject of the various roles of the church under conditions of “postmodernism,” “globalization” and empire. …

Theology And Public Policy, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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An introduction to the methodologies, representative thinkers and current Christian organizations in the area of Christian Faith & Public Policy. A theological/biblical analysis of the problems involved in moving from biblical revelation and theology to concrete public policy proposals.

A Spirituality Of Christian Activism, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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This course will explore the intersection of Christian spirituality and social engagement. Against the stereotype surrounding those whom church history has called “mystics” that they are disengaged from the world, this course examines both historical and contemporary movements of spirituality—that is, movements that can be considered monastic or mystical—that were very much engaged in activities of compassion, justice, and advocacy.

The Theology And Ethics Of Martin Luther King, Jr. Ctm 615, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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This class will explore and examine the theological and philosophical foundations of the life, work, and thought of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Attention will be given to King’s understanding of God, Christ, the Church and humanity and how the interplay of these conceptions informed his quest to critique, contest and transform North American civilization and the emerging global order. Students will be asked to probe into King’s identity as a minister of the gospel, explore his role and significance in the history of the Church, and examine his international theology and cultural legacy. In addition, students will be invited …

Advocacy And Human Rights, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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This course is designed to prepare Christian leaders to identify entry points for engagement in social justice advocacy in the context of the global struggle for human rights/justice. In order to approach such advocacy from a uniquely Christian perspective, participants will examine the Christian witness to the state (at all levels) and evaluate the role followers of Jesus have in walking with the oppressed to seek justice for them. Case studies from a variety of Christian and secular organizations will highlight the various levels at which advocacy can occur.

Global South Theologies And Public Policies, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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The major goal of this seminar is for us, as Christ-ians, to explore a few of the theologies and political realities in the global south from the perspectives and experiences of global south scholars. A secondary goal is for us followers of Jesus to construct theological and public policy possibilities in conversation with what we are learning.

Theologies And Practices Of Nonviolence And Social Change, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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The Arab Spring (2011) reminded the world both of the power of nonviolence to bring about social change and of the significant costs involved. In this course we will explore the theological and biblical resources in Christianity that support as well as interrogate nonviolent praxis and aggressive nonviolent direct action. We will discuss the spirituality of nonviolence, alternatives to both passivity and violence, justifications of violence and revolution, coercion, responsibility vs. faithfulness, and the pragmatic realities of refusing to kill people in order to improve one's socio-political-economic situation or in order to protect life.

Varieties Of American Evangelicalism, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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Evangelical Protestantism has played a vital role in shaping American history, culture and religion. It is estimated that some 25-35% of the American population (c. 70-100 million) today identifies with this movement. Far from being a monolithic entity, however, the religious, ideological, and social allegiances of evangelicalism are quite diverse. In addition, evangelicals maintain a somewhat paradoxical relationship with American society, functioning simultaneously as a politically powerful interest group (insiders) and as cultural antagonists (outsiders). This course is designed to introduce students to the history of evangelicalism, its characteristic religious patterns, and its ongoing negotiations with contemporary American culture.

Religious And Politics, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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This course is a study of the relationship between religion and politics primarily in the current United States, including examinations of political and religious theory, history, law, individual and group behavior, political elites and institutions, and policy issues, with a focus on Christianity but including discussions of other religions.

Calvin College International Political Economy, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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Calvin College Introduction To International Politics, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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Economic Development Syllabus, Evangelical Advocacy: A Response To Global Poverty

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Bs 503 Introduction To Biblical Studies: Inductive Bible Study, Joseph R. Dongell

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A. Required 1. Bibliography: Bauer, David R. An Annotated Guide to Biblical Resources for Ministry. Peabody, MA: Hendrickson, 2003. 1-56563-723-2 [Available new from Amazon, $15.75] 2. Ryken, Leland, James C. Wilhoit and Tremper Longman, eds. Dictionary of Biblical Imagery. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 1998. 0-8308-1451-5 $50.00

Do 501 Basic Christian Doctrine, Jason E. Vickers

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A- The Spirit of Early Christian Thought, by Robert Louis Wilken B- The Domestication of Transcendence, by William Placher C- By the Renewing of Your Minds: The Pastoral Function of Doctrine, by Ellen Charry D- Essentials of Christian Theology, edited by William Placher E- Rediscovering the Triune God, by Stanley Grenz

Mu 550 Private Guitar, Al Beers

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Noad’s Solo Guitar Playing.

Co 701 Co 704 Practicum In Counseling, Anthony J. Headley

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INTRODUCTION These foundational practica are designed to provide students the opportunity to experience the role of counselor in actual situations. Each student will be expected to locate a placement where their responsibilities will include a number of counseling contacts. The Area of Counseling and Pastoral Care maintains a list of sites previously used that you may wish to consult for idea for placements sites. Students are free to arrange for their own placement sites as long as it meets the practicum requirements. Choose sites are in keeping with your career interests or that involves populations in which you have an …

Bs 502 Introduction To Biblical Studies, David R. Bauer

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1. The Bible (NRSV) 2. Biblical Resources for Ministry, Bauer 3. Bible Study That Works, Thompson 4. Introduction to the New Testament: Its Literature and Theology, Achtemeier, Green, Thompson 5. The World That Shaped the New Testament, Roetzel

Sp 501 Communication For Christian Leaders, Michael Pasquarello

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David S. Cunningham, Faithful Persuasion G. Robert Jacks, Getting the Word Across: Speech Communication for Pastors and Lay Leaders Duane Litfin, Public Speaking

Is 502 Christian Formation: Vocation Of Ministry, Reginald Johnson

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Beck, James R. & Blomberg, Craig L. (2001). Two Views on Women in Ministry. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan. ISBN# 0310231957 Barton, Ruth H. (2006). Sacred Rhythms: Arranging Our Lives for Spiritual Transformation. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press. ISBN# 0830833331 Grenz, S. & Bell, R. (1995). Betrayal of Trust: Sexual Misconduct in the Pastorate. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press. ISBN# 083081857x Guiness, O. (1998). The Call: Finding and Fulfilling the Central Purpose of Your Life. Waco,TX: Word. ISBN# 0849944376 Willard, Dallas. (1999). Hearing God: Developing a Conversational Relationship with God. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press. ISBN# 083082226 Sire, J. (2000). Habits …

Nt 502 Comprehensive Greek Ii, Brad Johnson

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Bauer, et al. A Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament and Other Early Christian Literature. 3rd rev. ed. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. 2000. (BDAG) Black, David Alan. It’s Still Greek to Me. Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 1998. (ISGM) Black, David Alan. Learning to Read New Testament Greek, rev. ed. Nashville: Broadman and Holman, 1994. (LRNTG) Nestle-Aland, Novum Testamentum Graece, 27th ed. (GNT)