Life and Teachings of Jesus
This course explores the life, mission, and theological identity of Jesus Christ through the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, with an emphasis on final-text exegesis and canonical unity.
Courses
Joining God’s Mission
How can the church today participate in God’s mission to reconcile all things to himself through Jesus Christ? This course explores how a Trinitarian missional theology, as reflected through the
biblical narrative, shapes the church’s identity and calling to witness to the good news of Jesus through its life, actions, and words.
Interpreting Scripture Today
How do the Scriptures, the Spirit, and the interpretive community work together to discern the message and meaning of the Bible? How do we read the text carefully so that we can live it out with wisdom and faithfulness?
Genesis – Back to the Beginning
How does God reveal himself in the Old Testament and what is his relationship to people and the universe that he created? What were humans originally created to be and do and what might the implications be for us today?
Exposition of Mark
In this course, we will seek to place the Gospel of Mark in its historical, cultural, and literary contexts. We will examine closely the various portraits of Jesus that Mark highlights and focus on a careful literary and theological study of the book with the goal of understanding the text and applying it to the present context.
Exposition of Deuteronomy
In this study of Deuteronomy, emphasis will be placed on understanding how covenant law and Israel’s story intersect to illuminate God’s character, plans, and purposes for his people.
Contemporary Theological Issues
This course explores a selection of current theological issues. We will reflect briefly on principles that help us engage theological problems effectively, and on the landscape of contemporary Christian theological debate. We will then examine several major issues that are especially relevant today.
Christian Leadership Formation
How do churches develop leaders who are growing in their love for Jesus and their ability to serve with excellence? This course will help learners grow as Christian leaders and give them practical tools for helping others in their leadership development.
Caring as God’s People
Caring as God’s People
Building Relationships Across Cultures
How do we build relationships across cultures within our culturally diverse neighbourhoods and church communities? This course will explore how cultural awareness and intercultural skills open new opportunities to share the love of Christ through hospitality and friendship. This course will also explore how we can serve more effectively on multicultural teams and through cross-cultural partnerships.