Register before January 14, 2010, to avoid $25 late registration fee
Register after January 14th and you will pay late registration fees
Register after February 1st and you will pay $50 late fee
Last day to add/drop class without a $15 fee is March 1, 2010
Seminary Day: Saturdays, February 20, March 6, April 24, and May 1
Closing Celebration in honor of our graduating students: Saturday, May 15
San Anselmo Commencement: May 22, 2010
Holidays Observed-Office will be closed: February 15, President's Day; April 2, Good Friday

Schedule Conflicts: Church History (Elective) conflicts with Old Testament (Core)
ALL CLASSES HELD AT PASADENA LOCATION UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

Area I: Biblical Studies


OT1200 Old Testament: Latter Prophets (3 Units, Area I Core) - This course is an introduction to the Old Testament prophets (people) and (Latter) Prophets (books). As such, it explores prophecy within the social and historical context of ancient Israel by focusing on the individuals described in the Old Testament as prophets and the literary works that are credited to their names. The course will explore topics such as prophetic guilds, the relationship between prophets and institutions central to life in Israel (palace and temple), and the literary forms of prophetic books. The course will also include some discussion of the phenomenon of prophecy in the ancient Near East. The course assumes prior knowledge about the historical-critical study of the Old Testament and the outlines of the history of Israel.

Professor:	Matthew J. Suriano

Class Schedule:	Tuesdays, 6:45pm-10pm - February 16; March 16, 23, April 13, 20; May 11, 18 Saturdays, 9am-12noon and then 2pm-5pm, February 27, March 6, April 10.

Area II: Church History, Theology, Ethics


ST1085 Systematic Theology II (3 Units, Area II Core) – The second semester of a two-semester introduction to Christian Theology. Beginning with the doctrine of humanity, we look at our original goodness, and our fall into relational forms of sin as pride, fleshing out theories with literature, movies, and contemporary psychology. Next, we look at the person and work of Jesus Christ, including angles from African-American, feminist, and Asian perspectives. We look deeply at the meaning of our being “saved by grace through faith alone,” and the roles of divine Spirit and human spirit in bringing about our healing. We flesh out those ideas again with movies, psychology, and a look at Christian education practices. We conclude with sanctification, the church, and sacraments. Three exams. Prerequisite: ST 1084.

Professor:	Gregory Love

Class Schedule:	Tuesdays, 6:45pm – 10:00pm - February 2, 23; March 2, 30; April 6, 27; May 4 Saturdays, 9am-12noon and then 2pm – 5pm - February 20, March 20, April 17


CE2002 Christian Ethics (3 units, Area II Core) – This course is an introduction to ethical theory and major trajectories of Christian ethical thought. It is designed to familiarize students with historical traditions and contemporary methods of ethical reflection as a basis for examining and developing their own ethical perspectives. Since this is a course in Christian ethics, we will pay particular attention to Christian sources for ethical formation (Scripture and Christian tradition/practices). We will explore the variety of ways Christians, informed by their faith, seek to develop as competent moral agents and respond to contemporary moral issues. The course offers a weekly opportunity to reflect together on current challenges we face as disciples of Jesus in all aspects of our lives, from the intimate spheres of sexuality and family to politics, work, and social justice. Overall, the purpose of the course is to guide students in their formation as constructive Christian ethical thinkers and practitioners.

Professor:	Tamara Rodenberg
Instructor:	Bethany McKinney

Class Schedule:	Wednesdays, 6:45pm – 10:00pm - No Saturdays February 10, 17, 24; March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; April 7, 14, 21, 28; May 5


Church History: Reformation & Inquisition (3 units, Elective) – Examines the experience of the Reformation of the Christian church and the opposing force of the Inquisition in early modern times (16th-17th c.) in Spain and Mexico. Reformation (Roman Catholic and Protestant), Inquisition and conquest of the Americas were simultaneous events. Who were the people of this conflicted timer? What theological statements did they leave to us? How did they affect their faith communities? How are today's Christians impacted by this history? How is the inquisitorial process evident in contemporary religious and political life?

Professor:	Jane Atkins-Vasquez

Class Schedule:	Tuesdays, 6:45pm – 10:00pm - February 9, 16; March 9, 16, 23; April 13, 20; May 11, 18 Saturdays, 9 am - 12noon and then 2pm – 5pm - February 27; April 10

Area III: Ministry, Spirituality, Social and Behavioral Studies


ED1505 Christian Education: Educational Ministry of the Church (3 Units, Elective) – This course introduces a praxis of Christian Education that understands the church as an intentional learning community. Preliminary theological discussions on the nature of religious belief and faith formation are put into dialogue with pedagogical models to explore how educational ministry facilitates the continuity and change necessary for the transformative survival of any community. The course consults this dialogue to reframe Christian Education traditionally understood as programs to Christian Education understood as ministry embodied in pastoral vocation and in the faithful living of congregations.

Professor:	Charlene Jin Lee

Class Schedule:	Thursdays, 6:45pm – 10:00pm - February 4, 18; March 4, 18; April 8; 22; May 13 Saturdays, 9 am - 12noon and then 2pm – 5pm - March 27 and May 1

Area IV: Supervised Ministry and Integrative Studies


FT1060 Introduction to Ministry II (3 Units, Core) – The second semester of this year-long course required in the first year of the M. Div. program introduces students to a reading of the world for exploring the context of church ministry. Students gain a beginning knowledge of the social context discourse by engaging in theological and experiential investigations on culture, “otherness”, and community. Attention will be given to the implications of these investigations for developing theologies of ministry. (Note: same as Ministry and Context in Practical Theology; credit will be given to fulfill ITM requirement in Integrative Studies).

Professor:	Charlene Jin Lee

Class Schedule:	Mondays, 6:45pm-10:00pm - February 8; March 8, 22; April 5, 12; May 10 Thursday (1 only) 6:45-10:00pm - February 25 Saturdays, 9am-12noon and then 2pm – 5pm: April 24


FT4002 Supervised Ministry Seminar II (1.5 Units, Core) – The Supervised Ministry Seminar is the continuation and culmination of the Integrative Studies requirement of the M. Div. program. It is designed to support and guide students during the course of internships at arranged ministry sites. Students share theological reflection on ministerial activities with intern colleagues. The second semester of this year-long seminar will focus on particular issues in pastoral care and leadership.

Professor:	Charlene Jin Lee
Instructor:	Cheryl Raine

Class Schedule:	Mondays, 6:45pm-10:00pm - February 1, 22; March 29; April 19; May 3 Saturday, 9am-12noon and then 2pm-5pm, March 13




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