Course Catalogue 2026-2027

The Gospel of Mark, the earliest of the four canonical Gospels of the New Testament, depicts the life and ministry of Jesus in terse, simple form but with an already weighty theological agenda. Writing several decades after Jesus' death, Mark presents a messianic vision of contemporary discipleship, in the shadow of imperial opposition, focused on and defined by the crucifixion at its narrative climax. This course will explore the possible historical and cultural origins and backgrounds of the Gospel while paying close attention to the text's literary and theological aspects and its history of effects and ongoing significance in today's world.

The Gospel of Mark, the earliest of the four canonical Gospels of the New Testament, depicts the life and ministry of Jesus in terse, simple form but with an already weighty theological agenda. Writing several decades after Jesus' death, Mark presents a messianic vision of contemporary discipleship, in the shadow of imperial opposition, focused on and defined by the crucifixion at its narrative climax. This course will explore the possible historical and cultural origins and backgrounds of the Gospel while paying close attention to the text's literary and theological aspects and its history of effects and ongoing significance in today's world.

The course begins by looking at what the church is from an historical, biblical and functional perspective with special attention being given to the context in which it exists and to the epochs of Christianity as laid down by David Bosch. Then an examination of evangelism is given which defines it and looks at its history. Afterwards a theology of evangelism is explored with a focus on missio Dei. Then the practice of evangelism, as it is practiced in the church today, Is examined. The course closes by looking at both challenges and opportunities going forward. This is done with an in-depth look at the Missional Church Movement, Demographics and Marketing, Bernard Lonergan's concept of mutual self-mediation and giving some practical tools.

The course begins by looking at what the church is from an historical, biblical and functional perspective with special attention being given to the context in which it exists and to the epochs of Christianity as laid down by David Bosch. Then an examination of evangelism is given which defines it and looks at its history. Afterwards a theology of evangelism is explored with a focus on missio Dei. Then the practice of evangelism, as it is practiced in the church today, Is examined. The course closes by looking at both challenges and opportunities going forward. This is done with an in-depth look at the Missional Church Movement, Demographics and Marketing, Bernard Lonergan's concept of mutual self-mediation and giving some practical tools.

An introduction to a portion of the New Testament: Acts, 1 Thessalonians, 1 Corinthians, Galatians, Romans, Philippians, 1 Peter, Hebrews and Revelation. The course has three principal foci: (i) the nature of Graeco-Roman society and the significance of that context for interpreting New Testament Texts, (ii) Paul's theology, explored in the context of the debates of recent decades concerning its relationship to Second Temple Judaism, and (iii) the understanding of the identity of Jesus expressed in the New Testament texts studied, with significant emphasis on Jesus as the one who saves. The course encourages students to engage issues through a close reading of the biblical texts and critical engagement with a variety of scholarly perspectives. The main assessments both develop students' exegetical skills and take them deeper into the Christological questions explored in the third focus of the course. This course functions as the second half of the Wycliffe introduction to the New Testament, or it can be taken on its own.

An introduction to a portion of the New Testament: Acts, 1 Thessalonians, 1 Corinthians, Galatians, Romans, Philippians, 1 Peter, Hebrews and Revelation. The course has three principal foci: (i) the nature of Graeco-Roman society and the significance of that context for interpreting New Testament Texts, (ii) Paul's theology, explored in the context of the debates of recent decades concerning its relationship to Second Temple Judaism, and (iii) the understanding of the identity of Jesus expressed in the New Testament texts studied, with significant emphasis on Jesus as the one who saves. The course encourages students to engage issues through a close reading of the biblical texts and critical engagement with a variety of scholarly perspectives. The main assessments both develop students' exegetical skills and take them deeper into the Christological questions explored in the third focus of the course. This course functions as the second half of the Wycliffe introduction to the New Testament, or it can be taken on its own.

An introduction to a portion of the New Testament: Acts, 1 Thessalonians, 1 Corinthians, Galatians, Romans, Philippians, 1 Peter, Hebrews and Revelation. The course has three principal foci: (i) the nature of Graeco-Roman society and the significance of that context for interpreting New Testament Texts, (ii) Paul's theology, explored in the context of the debates of recent decades concerning its relationship to Second Temple Judaism, and (iii) the understanding of the identity of Jesus expressed in the New Testament texts studied, with significant emphasis on Jesus as the one who saves. The course encourages students to engage issues through a close reading of the biblical texts and critical engagement with a variety of scholarly perspectives. The main assessments both develop students' exegetical skills and take them deeper into the Christological questions explored in the third focus of the course. This course functions as the second half of the Wycliffe introduction to the New Testament, or it can be taken on its own.

This course examines key issues and themes that underscore and are shaping contemporary discourses in the field of world (global) Christianity. Examples of themes explored are the tectonic shifts that characterize the phenomenon of world Christianity, the translatability of the Christian faith, gospel-culture relations, diasporic forms of Christianity, interaction between the Christian faith and other religious traditions, and ideas of a global Christian theological identity. The course encourages reflection on the role that indigenous Christianity has played in the discourse on world Christianity. Focusing on specific case studies and using primarily theological method of inquiry, the course exposes students to the challenges and values for doing theology and Christian ministry in indigenous and multicultural contexts.

This course examines key issues and themes that underscore and are shaping contemporary discourses in the field of world (global) Christianity. Examples of themes explored are the tectonic shifts that characterize the phenomenon of world Christianity, the translatability of the Christian faith, gospel-culture relations, diasporic forms of Christianity, interaction between the Christian faith and other religious traditions, and ideas of a global Christian theological identity. The course encourages reflection on the role that indigenous Christianity has played in the discourse on world Christianity. Focusing on specific case studies and using primarily theological method of inquiry, the course exposes students to the challenges and values for doing theology and Christian ministry in indigenous and multicultural contexts.

Using various methods of interpretation, this course offers a more focused approach to the Synoptic Gospels, and the Book of Acts. Special attention will be paid to the themes and theology of each book, including an examination of authorship, date, and context. An exegetical study of select texts will guide some of the discussion.

Using various methods of interpretation, this course offers a more focused approach to the Synoptic Gospels, and the Book of Acts. Special attention will be paid to the themes and theology of each book, including an examination of authorship, date, and context. An exegetical study of select texts will guide some of the discussion.

An introduction to the theology and practice of evangelism in contemporary society. We will look critically at different evangelistic practices in light of scripture and culture, and consider how healthy evangelism might affect leadership, parish life, worship, preaching, lay ministry, outreach programs and personal relationships.