summer programs summer.regent-college.edu
Find your way here this summer
Summer at Regent. Blue skies, ocean, mountains—all witnessing to the perfection of God’s creation. Sound appealing? Join men and women from all over the world who come to Regent College to deepen their relationship with God through learning in community, and through enjoying Vancouver’s natural beauty in the summer.
Forty courses. Forty-three world-class faculty. Topics ranging from ministry, social engagement, and interpretation of the Bible, to the spiritual practice of contemplative reading, the vocation of the artist, and the challenge of living a Christian life in the secular marketplace. It will be hard to choose! But don’t fret—a series of free evening public lectures will give you the chance to hear many of the faculty speak on topics relevant to our lives as Christians today.
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Then there’s the community: Chapel services with your faculty and fellow students, followed by catered lunches for the best price on campus. Don’t miss our two conferences: the annual Pastors’ Conference, and a conference on the timely topic of aging. Stop by the Lookout Gallery, which will be showing a travelling exhibit by North American and Asian artists.
Regent Summer 2012
And when your mind can’t possibly take in any more information, and your spirit is bursting with newfound insights, that’s when you close your books and walk a few blocks to the beach. You pick a log or a sandy spot facing the ocean, and you process it all in the quiet of your heart, which God is transforming in ways you never imagined.
Find your way here
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Bruce Hindmarsh
(May 7–13) SPIR 561
Week 1 & 2 May 7–18
Darkness is My Only Companion Kathryn Greene-McCreight
M APPL 545
The Exegete in the Pulpit: M Sermon Preparation Using NT Greek Keith Ganzer
APPL/BIBL 612
New Testament Foundations Mariam Kamell
A
BIBL 502
The Apostle Paul as Pastor
A APPL/BIBL 558
Sven Soderlund
Mission and Tradition in Ministry A Jim Belcher (May 14–17)
APPL 542
Designing Christian Social Enterprises M Michael Hodson
APPL/INDS 523
Conversion and Transformation Week 4 & 5 May 28–June 8 Week 3 May 21–25
SPRING SESSION
Prayer: Five Traditions and Practices M
M SPIR/THEO 635
Gordon T. Smith
Deuteronomy
M BIBL 613
John Walton
Archaeological Discoveries and the Bible Phil Long
Evangelicals and Mysticism: The Case of Martin Luther Ron Rittgers
The Christian Leader
Sven Soderlund
Peter Shaw
Image and Word: Theological Reflections on Media and Culture Iwan Russell-Jones
Food: Communion, Community, and Creation Loren and Mary Ruth Wilkinson
Spiritual Pilgrimage in Literature and Life Maxine Hancock M
morning class
A
M
INDS 513 Offsite INDS 535 M
INDS/SPIR 638
afternoon class
BIBL 510 A
HIST/SPIR 568
Biblical Exegesis and Interpretation
M (May 21–June 8) BIBL 503
A
A INDS 548
Christian Faith and Practice in a (Post)Modern World Craig Gay
A
INDS 581
Introduction to Christian Spirituality A Glen Scorgie
(May 28–June 1)
SPIR 501
Key Themes in the Book of Hebrews A Ross Hastings
APPL/BIBL 669
Hans Boersma
M INDS/THEO 515 M
Marilyn McEntyre
INDS 553
David Lyon (June 25–29)
A INDS 521
Solidarity, Resistance, and Liberation A Dave Diewert
BIBL 520
The Interplay of Christianity, Arts, and Culture
M
Intro New Testament Greek I & II
M
Intro Old Testament Hebrew I & II M
LANG 550/551
LANG 510/511
Rachel Hostetter Smith (June 25–August 10) Carolyn Hindmarsh
INDS 572
Psalms as Christian Lament
M
BIBL/SPIR 581
Systematic Theology A
M THEO 605
Paul Helm
Flannery O’Connor, the Gospel, and the Imagination
M
Ralph Wood
INDS 561
Faces of 20th Century North American Evangelicalism George Marsden & Bill Svelmoe
M
HIST 590
Ezekiel: God’s Glory in Exile Rebecca Idestrom
APPL/INDS 544 M BIBL 532
Technology, Wilderness, and Creation
Jesus and Other Faiths Ivan Satyavrata
A
INDS/THEO 518
Contemplative Listening Susan Phillips
A SPIR 554
Drawing, Close to God: M Regarding, the Vocation of the Artist Tim Lowly
(July 9–27)
GENR 315
Clinical Ethics: The Five Hardest A Decisions You’ll Ever Make Edwin Hui
Galatians: Paul’s Most Radical Letter John Barclay
Promoting the Gospel to Contemporary Culture John Dickson
Loren and Mary-Ruth Wilkinson with Markku and Leah Kostamo
APPL/INDS 551
APPL 541 Offsite INDS 525
August 9–19
Paul Stevens & Don Flow
M
(June 25–August 10) Kurtis Peters
A THEO 607
Week 5 July 23–27
The Soul of Leadership
Hans Boersma
Week 3 & 4 July 9–20
(July 9–13) Bruce Waltke & James Houston
Systematic Theology C
Week 1 & 2 June 25–July 6
Contemplative Reading: Scripture and Beyond
Surveillance in the 21st Century
A
BIBL 563 A
SUMMER SESSION
Theology of Culture
summer programs Conferences conferences.regent-college.edu Regent College Pastors’ Conference May 1–4, 2012 Overflow—Spiritual Rhythms and Practices that Draw from Christ’s Fullness Bruce Hindmarsh, Darrell Johnson, and Susan Phillips; hosted by Ross Hastings Join us for our annual conference that nurtures the whole person of the pastor. The Next Great Challenge: Thinking Together about Aging Margaret Somerville, Maxine Hancock, James Houston, J.I. Packer May 18–19, 2012 This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear four remarkable scholars grapple theologically and ethically with the issues of aging that confront the Church and society. Art Exhibition www.regent-college.edu/gallery Charis: Boundary Crossings Come to the Lookout Gallery to see this international travelling exhibit of work by seven Asian and seven North American Christian artists. Want to learn more? Take the class with the curator, Rachel Hostetter Smith: The Interplay of Christianity, Arts, and Culture. Evening Public Lectures www.regent-college.edu/lectures Come to a free evening public lecture by our faculty. All the lectures start at 8pm in the Chapel. They fill up quickly, so arrive early! Can’t make a lecture? Watch it live, or download the audio recording afterwards.
summer programs Register for a Course Registration for all Summer 2012 courses opens February 20, 2012. Visit our website for full details and to register:
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2012
Spring and summer Evening Public Lectures
Wed, May 9, Mariam Kamell Wed, May 23, John Walton Wed, May 16, Jim Belcher
Wed, May 30, I. Russell-Jones
Wed, June 6, Craig Gay
Wed, June 27, David Lyon
Mon, June 25, M. McEntyre Mon, July 2, Dave Diewert Wed, July 4, Mon, July 9, Ivan Satyavrata Rachel Hostetter Smith Wed, July 11, Jim Houston
Mon, July 16, Susan Phillips
Wed, July 18, Ralph Wood
Wed, July 25, John Barclay
Mon, July 23, Rod Wilson
SPRING SESSION
Prayer: Five Traditions and Practices
Bruce Hindmarsh May 7–13 Explore five traditions and practices of prayer from the history of the church and integrate them into your own spiritual life. This course includes a weekend prayer retreat in Sumas, Washington.
MAY7–JUNE 8
Darkness is My Only Companion Kathryn Greene-McCreight May 7–18 Discover how to bring a word of hope and healing to those who suffer from mental illnesses such as major depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, and to those who care for them.
New Testament Foundations The Exegete in the Pulpit: Sermon Preparation Using NT Greek Keith Ganzer May 7–18 Acquire a method of sermon preparation that values the study of the biblical text in its original Greek language.
Mariam Kamell May 7–18 Be introduced to the history, critical questions, and theology of each of the New Testament books, and acquire the foundations for further Bible study.
SPRING SESSION
Designing Christian Social Enterprises Michael Hodson May 7–18 Learn to design a social enterprise that funds its operations from the sale of goods or services, yet aligns its aims, strategy, ways of operating, and relationships with the teaching and example of Christ.
Mission and Tradition in Ministry Jim Belcher May 14–17
Examine both traditional and emerging churches to form a balanced understanding of what an authentic church ministry should look like in the 21st century.
MAY7–JUNE 8
The Apostle Paul as Pastor Sven Soderlund May 7–18 Discover how Paul envisioned, nurtured, and counselled the churches he founded; and consider the relevance of Paul’s example for pastoral work and ministry today.
Conversion and Transformation Gordon T. Smith May 21–25 Study the nature of Christian conversion, and appreciate the implications for congregational life and rites of initiation; consider how understanding your own conversion fosters selfknowledge and personal transformation.
SPRING SESSION
8
MAY7–JUNE 8
The Christian Leader
Deuteronomy John Walton May 21–25 Work through the text of Deuteronomy while addressing the theological issues, historical background, and rhetorical strategy of the book.
Archaeological Discoveries and the Bible
Phil Long May 21–25 Explore how exciting archaeological discoveries in Israel/Palestine relate to the Bible and affect its interpretation.
Peter Shaw May 21–25 Be transformed into a motivational and effective Christian leader in any work context; learn how to lead well in demanding times, make good decisions, raise your game, enable functional collaboration within your team, and use your time and energy effectively.
Evangelicals and Mysticism: The Case of Martin Luther Ron Rittgers May 21–25 Can evangelicals be mystics? Assess the value of mystical literature for contemporary evangelical spiritual life by studying Martin Luther’s relationship with medieval mysticism.
SPRING SESSION
Biblical Exegesis and Interpretation
Sven Soderlund May 21–June 8 Acquire the essential tools for a lifetime of serious Bible study. Practise using these tools by applying them to Paul’s letter to the Philippians and the OT Book of Amos.
MAY7–JUNE 8
Introduction to Christian Spirituality Glen Scorgie May 28–June 1 Gain a “big picture” perspective on the dynamics of classic Christian spirituality (life with God) while highlighting the core grace-centered values and experience of the evangelical tradition.
Christian Faith and Practice in a (Post) Modern World
Craig Gay May 28–June 8 Gain a theoretical and practical understanding of the processes of modernization and secularization, their impact on Christian theology, and their effect on (post)modern discipleship.
Image and Word: Theological Reflections on Media and Culture Iwan Russell-Jones May 28–June 8 Investigate the theological relationship between image and word from biblical times to the present. Identify the challenges and possibilities that our own image-saturated culture presents for Christian identity and witness.
SPRING SESSION
MAY7–JUNE 8
Spiritual Pilgrimage in Literature and Life
Maxine Hancock May 28–June 8 Through reading the classic work, The Pilgrim’s Progress, alongside contemporary narratives, you will explore the theme of spiritual pilgrimage in literature and gain perspective on your own spiritual experience.
Key Themes in the Book of Hebrews Food: Communion, Community, and Creation
May 28–June 8 Loren and Mary-Ruth Wilkinson Consider some of the biological, ecological, psychological, aesthetic, spiritual, agricultural, and economic aspects of what, why, and how we eat. This course takes place on Galiano Island.
Ross Hastings May 28–June 8 Identify the major theological themes of Hebrews in a manner that can be communicated to a church congregation.
SUMMER SESSION
Theology of Culture Hans Boersma
June 25–July 6 Learn to think theologically about our place in culture in order to contribute thoughtfully and actively to the debates shaping our contemporary world.
JUNE 25–JULY 27
Systematic Theology C Hans Boersma June 25–July 6 Explore three major areas of dogmatic theology: the doctrines of the Holy Spirit, the Church, and Last Things. This is an advanced course.
Solidarity, Resistance, and Liberation
Surveillance in the 21st Century Surveillance in 25–29 the 21st David Lyon June Century Examine the benefits, consequences, and limits of surveillance. of surveilDavid LyonHow did the culture June 25–29 lanceExamine develop?theHow should Christians treatand their benefits, consequences, personal and those ofHow others? limitsdata of surveillance. did the culture of
June 25–July 6 Dave Diewert Trace the themes of solidarity, resistance, and liberation in the biblical texts, and apply them to our own engagement in the world here and now. This course takes place in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver.
SUMMER SESSION
JUNE 25–JULY 27
Contemplative Reading: Scripture and Beyond
The Interplay of Christianity, Arts, and Culture
Marilyn McEntyre June 25–July 6 Reflect on how the ancient practice of lectio divina—St. Benedict’s method for reading Scripture contemplatively—can deepen your spiritual life and be applied to other texts as well.
Rachel Hostetter Smith June 25–July 6 Using case studies, explore the critical interplay of Christianity, the arts, and culture, and examine how this interplay poses challenges for contextualization.
Intro to Old Testament Hebrew I & II Kurtis Peters June 25–August 10 Learn the basic morphology, syntax, and vocabulary of biblical Hebrew, laying the foundation for a lifetime of reading the original text of the Old Testament.
Intro to New Testament Greek I & II Carolyn Hindmarsh June 25–August 10 Learn the foundational vocabulary, morphology, grammar, and syntax you need in order to translate large portions of the Greek New Testament.
SUMMER SESSION
Psalms as Christian Lament Bruce Waltke & James Houston July 9–13 Benefit from a multi-faceted approach that combines verse-by-verse exposition of selected Psalms with a history of their interpretation in the church.
JUNE 25–JULY 27
Jesus and Other Faiths Ivan Satyavrata July 9–20 Explore a framework for sharing Jesus in a way that is theologically sound yet respectful of the religious aspirations of people of other faiths.
Systematic Theology A Paul Helm July 9–20 Uncover the sources of our knowledge of the triune God, the doctrine of God, creation, and Providence. This is an advanced course.
Flannery O’Connor, the Gospel, and the Imagination Ralph Wood July 9–20 Study the life and work of Flannery O’Connor to learn how you might be transformed by a radically new understanding of the Good News.
SUMMER SESSION
JUNE 25–JULY 27
Drawing, Close to God: Regarding, the Vocation of the Artist
Contemplative Listening
Tim Lowly July 9–27 Take an intensive studio drawing class in order to develop an understanding of your vocation as an artist, and of your place within the Christian community. This is a non-credit course.
Susan Phillips July 9–20 Cultivate the art of contemplative listening as a devotional practice, a spiritual discipline, and a response to God’s call to listen.
Clinical Ethics: The Five Hardest Decisions You’ll Ever Make Edwin Hui July 23–27 By examining and understanding the moral dilemmas facing today’s health care practitioners, respond to the challenge of making difficult ethical decisions from a position of Christian faith.
Faces of 20th Century North American Evangelicalism George Marsden & Bill Svelmoe July 23–27 Gain an overview of Protestant evangelicalism and fundamentalism in 20th century North America through biographical portraits of five leaders.
SUMMER SESSION
Galatians: Paul’s Most Radical Letter
John Barclay July 23–27 Immerse yourself in a close study of Paul’s most radical letter, which re-orients all of Scripture, history, theology, culture, and community around the crucified Christ.
The Soul of Leadership
Paul Stevens & Don Flow July 23–27 Explore leadership from the perspective of the Christian faith; acquire critical perspectives on integrity, life-giving rhythms, business as ministry, integrating your professional life with your faith, and issues of success and failure.
JUNE 25–JULY 27
Promoting the Gospel to Contemporary Culture
John Dickson July 23–27 Examine the New Testament’s teachings on mission to discern lessons from the evangelization of the pre-Christian world that can be applied to our post-Christian witness today.
Ezekiel: God’s Glory in Exile
Rebecca Idestrom July 23–27 Through in-depth study, examine God’s message to the prophet Ezekiel in a time of national and personal crisis, and consider its continued significance and relevance for the church today.
SUMMER SESSION august 9–19 off campus
Technology, Wilderness, August 9–19 and Creation Loren and Mary-Ruth Wilkinson with Markku and Leah Kostamo This course will use an eight-day voyage in an open rowing/sailing boat in the Gulf Islands as an occasion for study and reflection on our relationship to God and creation.
“Having been a full-time student for two years now, I must say that I really enjoy spring and summer school, though I think the fall and winter terms are fantastic too. I am fascinated by the students who show up in summer. People who would willingly burn a week or two of vacation time to be a part of this unique environment are quite amazing. Pastors wanting to dig deeper, business people wanting a broader theological worldview, stay-at-home parents wanting to further their learning, all alongside chumps like me. Never seen a student body quite like it.� Matt McCoy MDiv Candidate, USA
“Our week in Vancouver was an unforgettable treasure: we were immersed in a simple yet inspiring book study of the Psalms, taught by Dr. Waltke. Every morning we studied Scripture deeply and then worshipped with the gathered Regent community. Every afternoon we enjoyed long walks along the beach or in the mountains and considered what new things God was calling us to. The whole experience was intellectual and spiritual refreshment combined with marriage retreat that we desperately needed after a hard year of service in Burundi.�
Paul and Rebecca Sack Mosley , MDiv 03, Co-Representatives for Mennonite Central Committee, Burundi
“What initially drew me to Regent was the unique offering of continued theological training compacted into two short weeks. Regent provided not only a brilliant education at the hands of world-class academics, but one rooted in a transformative community, continually reflecting the love of Christ and drawing in all those who pass through each summer. And spending two weeks surrounded by the beauty of BC only added to the depth of Spirit-filled restoration received. As a Manhattanite, I didn’t think I had room in my heart for another city, but Vancouver quickly captured my affections and I intend to make Regent a regularly scheduled summer event!” Amilee Watkins Leader Development, Vocational Ministry, Center for Faith & Work, Redeemer Presbyterian Church, New York City, USA
“After studying only in the winter and fall semesters, I felt that summer school provided me with an opportunity to study in a different way. Normally I’m juggling all different types of commitments week by week, but for these two-week blocks I was able to spend time dwelling deeply in an area of study. Summer school created a space in which I could immerse myself in a course, sit under a wise teacher, join with a group of fellow learners, and then begin to imagine deeply how things might look different in my life.”
Steve Shaw MCS Candidate, President of Regent College Student Association, Australia
Two Conferences The Pastors’ Conference
Overflow—Spiritual Rhythms and Practices that Draw from Christ’s Fullness May 1–4 Bruce Hindmarsh, Darrell Johnson, and Susan Phillips; hosted by Ross Hastings
The Next Great Challenge: Thinking Together about Aging Margaret Somerville, Maxine Hancock, May 18–19 James Houston, and J.I. Packer
Weeks 1 & 2 May 7–18
Prayer: Five Traditions and Practices Bruce Hindmarsh (May 7–13)
Darkness is My Only Companion Kathryn Greene-McCreight
The Exegete in the Pulpit: Sermon Preparation Using NT Greek Keith Ganzer
Designing Christian Social Enterprises Michael Hodson
New Testament Foundations Mariam Kamell
The Apostle Paul as Pastor Sven Soderlund
Mission and Tradition in Ministry Jim Belcher
(May 14–17)
Week 3 May 21–25
Conversion and Transformation Gordon T. Smith
Deuteronomy John Walton
Biblical Exegesis and Interpretation Sven Soderlund (May 21–June 8)
Archaeological Discoveries and the Bible Phil Long
Evangelicals and Mysticism: The Case of Martin Luther Ron Rittgers
The Christian Leader Peter Shaw
Weeks 4 & 5 May 28–June 8
Introduction to Christian Spirituality Glen Scorgie
(May 28–June 1)
Image and Word: Theological Reflections on Media and Culture Iwan Russell-Jones
Food: Communion, Community, and Creation
OFFSITE
Loren and Mary-Ruth Wilkinson
Spiritual Pilgrimage in Literature and Life Maxine Hancock
Christian Faith and Practice in a (Post)Modern World Craig Gay
Key Themes in the Book of Hebrews Ross Hastings
Weeks 1 & 2 June 25–July 6
Surveillance in the 21st Century David Lyon
(June 25–29)
Contemplative Reading: Scripture and Beyond Marilyn McEntyre
The Interplay of Christianity, Arts, and Culture Rachel Hostetter Smith
Solidarity, Resistance, and Liberation Dave Diewert
Theology of Culture Hans Boersma
Systematic Theology C Hans Boersma
Intro Old Testament Hebrew I & II Kurtis Peters
(June 25–August 10)
Intro New Testament Greek I & II Carolyn Hindmarsh
(June 25–August 10)
Weeks 3 & 4 July 9–20
Psalms as Christian Lament
Bruce Waltke & James Houston (July 9–13)
Systematic Theology A Paul Helm
Flannery O’Connor, the Gospel, and the Imagination Ralph Wood
Jesus and Other Faiths Ivan Satyavrata
Contemplative Listening Susan Phillips
Drawing, Close to God: Regarding, the Vocation of the Artist Tim Lowly
(July 9–27)
Week 5 July 23–27
Faces of 20th Century North American Evangelicalism George Marsden & Bill Svelmoe
The Soul of Leadership Paul Stevens & Don Flow
Ezekiel: God’s Glory in Exile Rebecca Idestrom
Clinical Ethics: The Five Hardest Decisions You’ll Ever Make Edwin Hui
Galatians: Paul’s Most Radical Letter John Barclay
Promoting the Gospel to Contemporary Culture John Dickson
August 9–19
Technology, Wilderness, and Creation Loren and Mary-Ruth Wilkinson with Markku and Leah Kostamo
OFFSITE
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