Prophetic Narratives

With Dr. Travis West

Distance Learning

Asynchronous

August 31, 2026–December 18, 2026

This course will explore the artistry, drama, and theology of Israelite storytelling within the prophetic tradition, with particular emphasis on the ministries of Samuel, Elijah and Elisha in the books of Samuel and Kings. We will consider the cultural, historical, and theological context out of which these dramatic stories arose. We will explore the power of story in shaping belief and practice, and consider how it shows (as opposed to tells) us how to embody Kingdom values in the face of corruption, apathy, violence, and lust for power. 

Old Testament Foundations

With Dr. Pauline Buisch

Distance Learning

Asynchronous

August 31, 2026–December 18, 2026

This course is an introduction to the content, history, and theological dynamism of the writings of the Old Testament, with a view to appropriating the message of the Old Testament for today.

Introduction to Disability and the Church

With Dr. Benjamin Conner

Distance Learning

Asynchronous

August 31, 2026–December 18, 2026

This course introduces different conceptions, definitions, and expressions of disability in the United States, while also giving a general overview of the history of disability in the U.S. and introducing students to innovative practitioners who paved the way for today’s disability theology. This course covers service systems and advocacy groups that support people with disabilities. 

The Faithful Witness of Home

With Dr. Ruth Padilla DeBorst

In-Person on Mondays and Thursdays from 8:30 am-9:45 am

August 31, 2026–December 18, 2026

The secular gospel of our context is characterized by image and status, hyper-consumption, instant gratification, individualism, convenience at any cost, and apathy or nihilism about our entanglement in webs of injustice and exploitation of creation. Recognizing that the seeds of an alternative, Gospel-grounded, imaginary are sown and nurtured in the home and embodied in quotidian practices in that realm, this course seeks to address the question: In light of Christ’s call to whole life discipleship, how ought we to live within the sphere of home? Topics explored include food, finances, consumption and stewardship, family patterns and parenting, neighboring, and entertainment, among others.