UMHB Online Graduate Catalog

The course concentrates on translation of New Testament texts with analysis of grammar and syntax.

The course concentrates on translation of New Testament texts with analysis of grammar and syntax. The course also includes an introduction to New Testament textual criticism.

The course concentrates on a study of Greek based upon the translation and exegesis of selected portions of the New Testament and other early Christian literature. Attention will be given to grammar, lexicography, and textual criticism. The course may be repeated when content differs.

The course presents the student with a detailed analysis of biblical Hebrew. Appropriate sections of the Old Testament Scriptures are examined. Attention is given to the grammar, syntax, and text of a different culture wirtten in a language from the ancient world.

The course presents the student with a detailed analysis of biblical Hebrew. Appropriate sections of the Old Testament Scriptures are examined. Attention is given to the grammar, syntax, and text of a different culture written in a language from the ancient world.

The course concentrates on a study of Hebrew based upon translation and exegesis of selected portions of the Hebrew Bible and other Semitic literature. Attention will be given to grammar, lexicography, and textural criticism. The course may be repeated when content differs.

This course examines the local church music ministry. Special emphasis upon the elementary level of the graded choir program. Some attention to the children's church music literature.

This course emphasizes the adult areas in church music. Some attention to practical church music literature for these age divisions.

This course provides an introductory study of the history and philosophy of church music from pre-Christian relgions through the 20th century.

This course examines the development of congragational singing and of literature of the Christian church.

The course examines the reasoned defense of the Christian faith. Special emphasis will be placed upon the principles and history of Christian Apologetics, establishing historical Christianity within the framework of competing worldviews.

The course provides an introduction to the traditional problems in the area of philosophy of religion including the nature of religion, the existence of God, faith and reason, the nature of religious language, evil and suffering, and the relation of philosophy to theology.

The course examines selected issues in philosophy. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course examines selected issues in Philosophy of Religion. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

Both Theological Studies and Christian Ministry program students must complete a comprehensive examination over their course work prior to beginning work on the thesis or professional project.

As culmination of the Theological Studies program, students complete an extensive work of research in the field of their chosen concentration. Students work under the guidance of their graduate advisor. In addition, they select two other faculty readers, one from within the Department of Religion and one from the Department of English. Students must first present a research proposal to their graduate advisor. Upon approval of the graduate advisor, the proposal is then forwarded to the faculty of the Department of Religion for approval. Once approved, the student may then begin work on the thesis. For further information on the thesis, students should consult the document "Guidelines for Graduate Theses in the Department of Religion".

As culmination of the Christian Ministry program, students complete a professional project under the guidance of their faculty advisor and a skilled ministry supervisor. The project includes a written proposal, review of current literature, presentation of alternative approaches, explanation of approach taken, and discussion of results. Students must first present a project proposal to their graduate advisor. Upon approval of the graduate advisor, the proposal is then forwarded to the faculty of the Department of Religion for approval. Once approved, the student may then begin work on the project. For further information on the project, students should consult the document "Guidelines for Graduate Projects in the Department of Religion".

The course examines the religious, cultural, and historical backgrounds of the Bible (OT and NT) with special reference to the major archaeological discoveries of the 19th and 20th centuries which have illuminated biblical interpretation and understanding.

The course provides advanced study of selected portions of the Old Testament. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course provides advanced study of selected portions of the New Testament. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course examines the ancient Near East, its history, culture, and religion as evidenced through archaeological excavation and the interpretation of archaeological data. The focus of the course will be upon the Biblical period.

The course provides an introduction to the Christian conception of scripture from the closing of the Canon to the modern era. Topics to be considered include the relationship of scripture to Tradition, appropriation of Hebrew scripture, exegetical and hermeneutical theories, scripture and culture.

The course examines a designated book, group of books, or major theme from the Old Testament. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course examines a selected major issue in contemporary Old Testament scholarship. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course examines a designated book, group of books, or major theme from the New Testament. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course examines a selected major issue in contemporary New Testament scholarship. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course examines the history of the Baptist denomination from its beginning to the present noting particularly the development in England and America. The basic concepts of Baptist doctrine and policy will be viewed in their historical setting.

The course examines the spread of Christianity with an emphasis upon the modern missionary movement.

The course examines the most widely practiced religions in the modern world with emphasis upon their founders, major doctrines, and religious institutions. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 6 hours.

The course examines a selected period in the history of the church. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course examines selected topics in the history of the church. The course may be repeated when the subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course examines selected issues in Baptist studies. This course may be repeated when the subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course examines a selected area of ministry for the modern church. Students are required to participate in the area of ministry examined by the course. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course provides an historical, theological, and practical study of the theory and methods of sermon preparation.

The course examines the philosophy and contemporary trends of youth ministry including issues faced by youth in modern society. Students are required to participate in a youth ministry setting. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 6 hours.

The course studies the biblical principles of pastoral leadership, counseling, and servant hood as a foundation for developing a model of contemporary pastoral ministry. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 6 hours.

In cooperation with Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple, UMHB offers ministerial students the opportunity to gain valuable practical experience by serving as a chaplain-intern. In this role, the student will be called upon to provide pastoral care to patients and their families. The CPE experience provides training in ministry-method and challenges the student to strive to grow significantly in self-understanding. The chaplain-intern receives support and guidance from a supervisor and peers while seeking to recognize personality issues, identify personal goals. and strive for vocational success.

The course examines selected topics in Christian Ministry. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course presents a study of the social and ethical principles of the Bible and their application to the Christian's daily life.

The course examines selected themes or doctrines in the history of the Christian church. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course examines ethical problems in the contemporary society and the resources available in the Judeo-Christian traditions for analyzing these problems. Students work on a specific problem or problems and emphasis is placed on developing techniques and discovering the resources available for ethical analysis. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.

The course examines selected theologians. The course may be repeated when subject matter differs for a maximum of 9 hours.