Course Descriptions
Monday
9:00 AM
100 - Introduction to the Old Testament (Wheatley)
A survey of the major themes and categories of the Hebrew Scriptures.
201 - Introduction to Christian Theology (Hoffman)
Examine Christian faith in light of the church’s creeds, canons and
confessions, and theological debates across the ages. Hear the creeds, biblical
texts, and hymns that express the faith of Christians in every time and place.
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405 - The Art of Preaching Resurrection (Wolling)
Ways to approach preaching about Jesus' resurrection and our own the heart and soul of the Christian witness.​​
10:30 AM
150 - Introduction to the New Testament-Gospels and Acts (Silvernail)
Historical, theological, and literary themes in the ministry of Jesus and the early church.
145 - Jesus: The Jew (Wolf)
Well, he certainly wasn’t a Christian. What was Jesus’ own faith?
400 - Introduction to Proclamation (Wolling)
Explore the role of the sermon and moving from biblical texts to proclamation. Address theological themes as well.
1:15 PM
152 - Introduction to the New Testament—Letters (Silvernail)
Examine themes and theological perspectives of these early Christian documents that shaped the formation of the church. Course 150 is not a prerequisite.​​
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300 - Worship in the Christian Tradition: An Introduction (Hoffman)
An overview of the theology, history, and practice of Christian worship with an emphasis on the Western church. Bring your congregation’s primary worship book/s and a Bible
375 - Death, Dying, Grief, and Lament (Wheatley)
Define and describe these important processes and discuss helpful tips and pastoral implications.
2:30 PM - Seminars
S310 - Pronouns and the Name of God: Liturgical Language Today (Messner)
How the language we use in worship affects the faith we profess.
S725 - The “Burned over District” (Welch)
In the mid-19th century, central New York was a center of spiritual activity. Survey some of the movements that occurred and their outcomes.
S950 - How Can the Church Change and Shift? (Garis)
How church structures and institutions affect ministry.
6:30 PM
S375 - Feathers of Grace (Wheatley)
Using Pastor Wheatley’s recently published book Feathers of Grace, experience the use of some of the devotions in beginning faith discussions.
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S755 - Christian Nationalism (Hoffman)
The church faces recurring yet unique challenges of nationalist fervor, which call on us to reexamine our own faith. How can the church respond with a faithful witness that draws us to the crucified and risen Christ?