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Perfecting One Another: Friendship and the Moral Implications of Wesley's Small Groups
Daniel Castelo

Whitefield, Whittier, and the Poetic Bridge to the Issue of Slavery
Samuel J. Rogal

Science and Theology in Conversation: Emergence Theories of Consciousness and Entire Sanctification
Nathan Crawford

"Justification by Faith:" Richard Baxter's Influence on John Wesley
*Joseph W. Cunningham

A Response to Professor Kenneth Collins
William Abraham

Power: Its Origin and Abuse
Ruth Anne Reese

The Future of Christianity in China: An Internal Reflection
Yalin Xin

A Wesleyan Theology of Governance for Seminaries
Kenneth J. Collins

Book Notes
Kenneth J. Collins

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Along The Way To The Mission Field: Factors Affecting Persistency Of Missionary Recruits, David L. Sherwood

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Vision Building As A Second Chair Leader For A Large Congregation, Gordon Everett Griffin

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Spiritual Formation And Southern Baptist Clergy, Candace Kay Hardin

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Asimilación : A Study Of Costa Rican Newcomers In Their Search For A Church, And The Church's Response To Them, Osias Segura-Guzmán

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Consolation As Theme In Luther's Sermons And Correspondence: Insights Into His Theological Ethics, Robert H. Cubillos

The Asbury Journal

No abstract provided.

Pc 510 The Servant As Pastoral Care Giver, Stephen P. Stratton

Syllabi

Benner, D. G. (2003). Strategic Pastoral Counseling, 2nd Ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker. (This book is our basic text for the theory and philosophy of pastoral counseling.) Carkhuff, R. R. (2000). The Art of Helping in the 21st Century, 8th Ed. Amherst, MA: Human Resource Development Press. (This book is our basic text for micro skills of pastoral counseling.) Headley, A. J. (2007). Reframing Your Ministry: Balancing Professional Responsibilities and Personal Needs. Napanee, IL: Evangel Publishing House. (Our own Dr. Headley has created a wonderful resource about pastoral care starting with the foundational emphasis on self-care.) Kuenning, D. (1987). Helping …

Co 740 Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Janet B. Dean

Syllabi

· Dobson, Keith, S.(ed.). (2001). Handbook of cognitive-behavioral therapies. (2nd. ed.). New York: Guilford Press. (446 pages). ISBN 57230-863-X · Leahy, Robert, L. (2003). Cognitive-behavioral Techniques. New York: Guilford Press. (358 pages) ISBN 57230-905-9 · Course lecture outlines, available on ATS Virtual Campus

Cs 638 Ethics Of Community, Christine Pohl

Syllabi

Bonhoeffer, Dietrich. Life Together (HarperSanFrancisco, 1954) Hallie, Philip. Lest Innocent Blood be Shed (HarperPerennial, 1979, 1994) Lohfink, Gerhard. Jesus and Community (Fortress, 1984) Putnam, Robert. Bowling Alone (Simon & Schuster, 2000) Rice, Chris. Grace Matters (Jossey-Bass, 2002) Vanier, Jean. Community and Growth (Paulist, 1989) Volf, Miroslav, and Dorothy Bass, Practicing Theology (Eerdmans, 2002), selections: read pages 1-48, 94-181, 206-227, 245-263.

Cs 682 Bioethics: Creation And The Environment, James R. Thobaben

Syllabi

Barkey, M. (ed) Environmental Stewardship in the Judeo-Christian Tradition [a very short book, easy to read, more "liberty" oriented] Pojman, Louis P. , Environmental Ethics: Readings in Theory and Application, 4th Edition

Sf 502 Spiritual Life Of The Minister, Stephen L. Martyn

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Cassian, John. Conferences (The Classics of Western Spirituality). New York: Paulist Press, 1985. (208 pages) De Waal, Esther. Seeking God: The Way of St. Benedict. Collegeville, Minnesota: The Liturgical Press, 2001. (163 pages) Harper, Steve. Devotional Life in the Wesleyan Tradition (A Workbook). Nashville: Upper Room Books, 1995. (159 pages) MacDonald, Gordon. Rebuilding Your Broken World (Expanded Edition With Study Guide). Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1990. (235 pages) Van Kaam, Adrian and Susan Muto. Formation Theology Volume One: Foundations of Christian Formation. Pittsburgh: Epiphany Association, 2004. (306 pages)

A Model Of Missional Leadership Training In A Context Of Brokenness : A Case Study Of The Restoration Missionary Church In The Democratic Republic Of Congo, Fohle Lygunda Li-M

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

The Power Of 3 : Small Reproducible Discipleship Groups, W. Scott Layer

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

The Integration Of Faith At Work: A Contextualized Bible Study With "Christians At Telekom", Andrea Isa Baare

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Prophet, Priest, And King : The Impact Of A Pastoral Theology Course On The Practice Of Pentecostal Pastors In The Philippines, Albert C. Clavo

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Pc 510 The Servant As Pastoral Care Giver, Burrell D. Dinkins

Syllabi

Course Description This course may surprise you. Most students are interested in learning what to do and what to say in pastoral care and counseling situations. At first they are disappointed, or confused when they discover very little about doing or saying; rather it is more about thinking like a pastor and becoming a person who communicates a pastoral presence. You will be learning about the unique role of a pastor and the basic kinds of personal and collective concerns that pastors typically encounter. The primary modes of care to be examined are narrative pastoral conversations and the general care …

Co 515 Forgiveness In The Counseling Process, Virginia Todd Holeman

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Course Description: This course explores the theological, psychological, and clinical components of forgiveness and reconciliation. Interpersonal and intrapersonal elements of forgiveness receive particular emphasis. Procedures for implementing forgiveness in pastoral and clinical counseling settings are reviewed.

Co 705-706 Practicum In Counseling , Javier Sierra

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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 is building a list of sites that you may wish to consult for idea for placements sites. This information can be requested to José Hernández. Students are free to arrange for their own placement sites as long as it meets the practicum requirements. Choose sites that are in keeping with your career interests or that …

Co 622 Theories Of Personality Development, Janet B. Dean

Syllabi

Required Texts: • Engler, B. (2004). Personality Theories (7th ed.). Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company. ISBN: 0618496629 • Ashcraft, D. (2008). Personality theories workbook (4th ed.). Belmont, CA: Thomson-Wadsworth. ISBN: 9780495506454 • Beck, J. R. (1999). Jesus and personality theory: Exploring the five-factor model. Downers Grove, IL: Intervarsity Press. ISBN: 0830819258 • Internet readings as assigned by instructor

Mm 602 Mentored Ministry, S. Brian Yeich

Syllabi

Churches That Make a Difference by Sider, Olson, and Unruh (Grand Rapids: Baker, 2002). Mentored Ministry Handbook: MM 601/602: (available as a pdf in Moodle) Mentored Ministry Forms: (MM602 Forms.pdf & MM602 E-Forms located in Moodle)

Cd 655 Ministering With Children Through The Church, Catherine Stonehouse

Syllabi

Children Matter: Celebrating their Place in the Church, Family, and Community, Scottie May, Beth Posterski, Catherine Stonehouse, and Linda Cannell Joining Children on the Spiritual Journey: Nurturing a Life of Faith, Catherine Stonehouse Real Kids Real Faith: Practices for Nurturing Children’s Spiritual Lives, Karen Marie Yust Offering the Gospel to Children, Gretchen Wolff Pritchard Children in Crisis: A New Commitment, Phyllis Kilbourn, ed. Additional reading for research paper

Co 660 Crisis Counseling, Georgina Panting-Sierra

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Course Description This advanced counseling course is based upon the premise that crises are an essential aspect of any structured understanding of human life and development. You will learn about episodes of crises in people’s lives where the stakes are very high for disintegration or for growth. Theoretical orientation to crisis and clinical intervention techniques for various types of crises will be taught and practiced. Faith issues during crisis events will be examined.

Co 720 Psychopathology: Theory And Assessment, Javier Sierra

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Course Description: This course offers a thorough, hands-on examination of the categorization, diagnosis, etiology and maintenance of psychopathology as it is presented in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM IV-TR). Special emphases will be placed on the knowledge needed to facilitate assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and prevention of psychopathology as would be expected in the practice of counseling.

Pc 510 The Servant As Pastoral Care Giver, Stephen P. Stratton

Syllabi

Benner, D. G. (2003). Strategic Pastoral Counseling, 2nd Ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker. (This book is our basic text for the theory and philosophy of pastoral counseling.) Carkhuff, R. R. (2000). The Art of Helping in the 21st Century, 8th Ed. Amherst, MA: Human Resource Development Press. (This book is our basic text for micro skills of pastoral counseling.) Haugk, K. (1984). Christian Caregiving: A Way of Life. Minneapolis, MN: Augsburg Press. (This book written by the founder of Stephen Ministries is a general overview of caregiving in congregational settings.)

Co 625 Recognizing And Treating Addictive Disorders, Javier Sierra

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This course has been designed to facilitate prospective professional counselors, and church leaders, the tools to understand the addictive process associated with chemical dependency and other addictions. As an intensive course, students should expect to have a significant amount of readings each day of class, and two more weeks after the last class to finish two main assigments. Topics to be covered include, prevention, assessment, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, treatment planning and strategies, interventions, relapse, family issues and the process of recovery. Current approaches for treating chemical dependency, eating disorders, compulsive gambling and sexual addictions will be examined. This course will …

Co 515 Forgiveness In The Counseling Process, Virginia Todd Holeman

Syllabi

Enright, R. D. (2001). Forgiveness is a choice: A step-by-step process for resolving anger and restoring hope. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association. Holeman, V. T. (2004). Reconcilable differences: Hope and healing for troubled marriages. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press. Jones, G. (1995). Embodying forgiveness. Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. B. Eerdmans. Nouwen, H. J.M. (1992). The return of the prodigal son. New York: Image Books. Worthington, E.L. (2003). Forgiving and reconciling: Bridges to wholeness and hope. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press. Wright, N. T. (2006). Evil and the justice of God. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press.

Ym 632 The Life Of The Youth Pastor, James Hampton

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Jones, Tony. Soul Shaper. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2003. 227 pages MacDonald, Gordon. Ordering Your Private World. Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 2002. 231 pages Miller, Donald. Blue Like Jazz. Thomas Nelson, 2003. 256 pages Peterson, Eugene. Under the Unpredictable Plant. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1992. 197 pages Prime, Derek, and Beggs, Allistair. On Being a Pastor: Understanding Our Calling and Work. Moody Publishers, 2006. 320 pages. (This text only required if taking class for 3 hours) Trull, Joe E. and Carter, James E. Ministerial Ethics (second edition). Grand Rapids: Baker, 2004. 214 pages.

Cs 625 Black History, Theology And Mission, Richard Gray

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This course is designed to examine the African-American religious experience and expression in America. To this end, facts and insights will be explored to assist the general community in gaining a better understanding of the place and role of the African American and his Church in the greater American society.

Nt 500 Concise Greek, Brad Johnson

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An introduction to exegetical Greek for ministry. Particular emphasis is placed on inductive learning of exegetical Greek, the use of standard exegetical tools and of Bible study software, and linguistics. Prerequisite: NT(IBS)510 or 511 either completed or taken concurrently with this course.

Nt 666 The Book Of Revelation, M. Robert Mulholland

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"Who is worthy to open the book . . . or to look into it? . . . Worthy is the Lamb!" (5:2, 3, 12). Revelation is an Apokavluyij Ihsou' Cristou (1:1), and without the guiding and illuminating presence of His Holy Spirit our minds remain darkened and confused by this book; we tend to read our own meanings into it rather than being impacted by what God is saying to us through it. Nothing requires a deeper level of spiritual maturity than the exegetical study of God's Word. Nothing enhances our spiritual maturity more consistently than the exegetical study …