Introduction to Anglican Church History (Core Course)
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This course will address the history of the Christian Church from Pentecost through to the present day. The student will learn how to understand historical events from the perspective of both church history and the history of civilization. Furthermore, there will be an emphasis on the development of the Catholic, Apostolic and Anglican ecclesiastical traditions
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| Introduction to Homiletics and Communication (Core Course) | CC-CS-03 |
| The student will have a hands-on opportunity to learn how to be an effective communicator of the Gospel through the discipline of homiletics. The class will critique each member’s sermon(s) or presentation(s). By the conclusion of the course the student should be able to understand the purpose and place of preaching the Divine liturgy, and also how to prepare and deliver an effective homily or sermon. | |
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| Spiritual Formation (Core Course) | CC-CS-04 |
A workshop series designed to allow participants in a worshipful context to discuss, reflect upon and practise different movements in the spiritual life with a view to growing as disciples of Christ. Some of the topics that will be covered:
- The prayer-filled life: the contemplative tradition
- The virtous life: the holiness tradition
- The Spirit-empowered life; the charismatic tradition
- The compassionate life; the social justice tradition
- The Word-centred life: the evangelical tradition
- The sacramental life: the incarnational tradition
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| Introduction to the New Testament (Core Course) | CC-CS-05 |
| This course introduces the student to the New Testament by surveying its content, background and composition. The examination of both the Gospels and Pauline Literature will be included. Upon completion of this course the student will have the basis for further studies in the New Testament. | |
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| Introduction to the Old Testament (Core Course) | CC-CS-06 |
| This course introduces the student to the content of the Old Testament and of its background and composition. It will include the structure and history of the Old Testament and also the terminology used in the critical interpretation of the Hebrew Scriptures. Upon completion, the student will have the basic background for further Old Testament studies. This is a half course or One Unit: | |
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| Introduction to Pastoral Care (Core Course - 2 Parts) | CC-CS-07
CC-CS-07-01
CC-CS-07-02 |
This course if for those who minister to other in homes, residences, hospitals and other settings. Its focus is to give the student an opportunity to learn creative listening skills and basic skills for pastoral counselling. As well, the course will give an objective approach for referring the patient/parishioner to a more experienced or trained pastoral counselor.
Part I: (Half Core Course) CC- CS - 07 - 01
This course is a prerequisite for Introduction to Pastoral Care Part II
Part II: Pastoral Support for Suffering (Death and Dying) (Half Core Course) CC- CS - 07 - 02
Introduction to Pastoral Care Part I is a prerequisite for this course | |
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| Introduction to Systematic and Moral Theology (Core Course) | CC-CS-08 |
An introduction to a systematic thinking about God. A discussion of topics such as Divine Revelation and its relationship to the Bible; Why need a Saviour and how we are Saved(Soteriology); the person of Jesus Christ (Chritiology); the Incarnation of its relationship to the Sacraments (Sacramental Theology); the Afterlife and the end of all things (Eschatology); the traditional Anglican theological standards ( the Creeds, the Book of Common Prayer, XXXIX Articles, the Chicago-Lambeth Quadrilateral ). The student will also be introduced to Christian Ethics and its applications in the life of the Christian community. The student, by the end of the course should be able to articulate the foundational themes of Christian theology. The text for this course will be Alister E. McGrath, Theology: The Basics (Blackwell Publishing, 2004)
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| Introduction to Christian Worship from an Anglican Perspective (Core Course) | CC-CS-09 |
| This course will enable the student to have a broad understanding of the history of the liturgical life of the whole Church, and in particular a history of Anglican worship. The student will also gain an insight into the cultural and theological background of the compilation of the Book of Common Prayer and the Book of Alternative Services. Finally, the student will be taught practical aspects of liturgical worship (voice, posture, physical gestures, etc.) and how to plan and lead worship services | |
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| Formation of Ministry for the Diaconate (Elective Course) | CC-CS-21 |
| This course is only for those who are potentially seeking Ordination to the Diaconate. It is recognized and understood in the process of formation for ministry that personal development is crucial for a successful ministry. This course will enable the inquirer, as well as a candidate for Ordination, to reflect on their readiness for ministry and validate their desire to be ordained to the Office of Deacon. Included are topics such as the role of the deacon within the local parish, personal use of the Daily Office of Morning and Evening prayer and the use of journals to record areas of personal and spiritual growth, moments of divine insight and future response. | |
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| Church Music – In the Anglican Tradition (Elective Course) | CC-CS-23 |
| In this course the student will find out what is behind the extraordinary music which is found in the Anglican Choral Tradition. The time spent in the classroom and in independent study will enhance the student’s appreciation and enjoyment of church music. Emphasis will be placed on learning how to use the rich history and resources of sacred music in small choir/congregational settings. Upon the completion of the course the student will have a sufficient skill and knowledge to lead public worship and select appropriate music for Sunday Liturgy and other occasions. | |
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| Introduction to Anglican Tradition and Spirituality (Elective Course) September 12 - October 24, 2007 | CC-CS-24 |
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| This course will survey the historical roots of the Anglican Tradition, giving the student an opportunity to gain insight and understanding as to the development of the church’s interaction with the Monarchy and the British Parliament, and to the role of Ecclesiastical Authority within the church and state. Other topics will include the missionary thrust of the 19th century and the liturgical practices of the church, both prior to and after the English Reformation. | |
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| Effective Parish Leadership, Administration and Canon Law | CC-CS-25 |
| This course is designed to give the student an opportunity to develop oversight and leadership skills by case studies, role-playing, audio/video presentations and sharing common knowledge. By the end of the course, the student should be able to chair a meeting and have an understanding of parish administration, communication, conflict resolution and the Canons of the Diocese. | |
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| Introduction to Practical Ministry (Elective Course) | CC-CS-26 |
| This elective course will survey the practical aspects of a Deacon in parish work and provide the student with the skills to deal with such aspects of outreach ministry as preparing for a funeral, marriage preparation, preparation for Confirmation, and First Communion, hospital visitation and preparation for Baptism. | |
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| Selected Topics in the Old Testament: The Psalms (Elective Course) | CC-CS-27 |
| This course will provide participants with an in-depth study of the Book of Psalms and the use of critical methods appropriate to exegesis for selected psalms. Singing and chanting the psalms will be explored. Consideration will also be given to the selection of psalms appropriate to particular circumstances | |
Introduction to Anglican Ethos
| CC-CS-28 |
| This course will introduce participants to the Anglican ethos and to the Faith and practices of the Anglican Church. Participants will become familiar with Christian basics, examining a wide range of practices in the Anglican Church, especially her traditional positions on Doctrines, the polity, ministry, faith and practice of the Church, common prayer and The Sacraments. (This is an elective course in the program with 21 classroom hours and 39 hours independent study.) | |
| West Encounters East (Elective) | CC-CS-29 |
An introduction to the various forms of Eastern Christianity for Westerners unfamiliar with it. The lectures will focus on such topics as Eastern Christian liturgy and architecture, "reading" (interpreting) icons, Eastern Christian spirituality ( the use of the "Jesus Prayer"), the estrangement of Eastern Christianity from Western Christianity, and a historical overview of the long and unusual record of Anglican encounters and dialogue with Eastern Christians from the Reformation to the present day. There will also be a "field trip" in which we attend a service of Orthodox Vespers at a local Orthodox church
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| Liturgist, Apologist, Theologian, and Poets – Anglican Reformation History (Elective Course – One Unit) | CC-CS-40 |
This course includes readings from authors of the Reformation era of Anglicanism which have shaped the Anglican ethos and contributed to some of its distinctive features. Along with selected readings from Thomas Cranmer, John Jewel, Richard Hooker, John Donne, and George Herbert, the student will be introduced to the Book of Common Prayer and the XXXIX Articles of Religion. The unique contribution of a woman (Queen Elizabeth I) to the Anglican Settlement will also be mentioned.
Instructor: The Rev'd Gordon R. Maitland
Dates: Tuesdays: September 22 – October 29, 2009
Times: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Board Room (2nd Floor), Canterbury College
Tuition Fee: $100.00 (Payment of tuition must be received prior to class start)
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| Holiday Harmony – Coping with Grief during Christmas, Holidays, and Other Annual Reminders of Loss(Elective Course - One Unit) | CC-CS-41 |
This four week course will help the student gain knowledge and insights into the grieving process. It will help students to understand the impact of Christmas and other annual reminders of grief. Debilitating loss may not be due only to the death of a loved one—it could be a change in a relationship or loss of employment. In this process we will explore our expectations of Christmas and look at some helpful suggestions for the holidays.
Instructor: The Rev'd Bev Diet
Dates: Tuesdays: November 10 – December 1, 2009
Times: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Location: Board Room (2nd Floor), Canterbury College
Tuition Fee: $100.00 (Payment of tuition must be received prior to class start)
Text: TBA | |
