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| Diaconal Program Track 1 Curriculum TH 101- Faith & Practice A foundational course in the Logos House Program of studies. The candidate will become familiar with the theological bases of Anglican Faith and Practice through assigned readings and reflection papers. (3 Credits) OT 101- Introduction to the Old Testament A survey ofthe Old Testament and the Apocrypha.The course will focus on God's actions with 'Israel from the beginnings up to the coming of Christ. The student will learn to exegete Scripture using a four-fold approach of: a] What the text says b] The context in which it was written c] The history behind the text d] The theological basis. This course involves considerable reading assignments. (3 Credits) NT 101 - Introduction to the New Testament - A survey course which provides an introduction to each book of the New Testament. A study of the Christian kerygma and its formulation in Acts and st. Paul's epistles is emphasized. (3 Credits) AT 101- Intro. to Ascetical Theology The student will in addition to reading assignments, write reflection papers on the content of the readings. The student will be guided in the selection of a personal Spiritual Director, which is required of all candidates. (3 Credits) PT 101· Practical Theology A course in the practical aspects of parish ministry. The candidate will work with a Mentor, who will supervise and confer with him on his parish responsibilities. (3 Credits) HO 101 - Introduction to Preaching The Student will be required to complete reading assignments, preach four sermons, which will be critiqued, and write a paper on the Theology of Preaching. (3 Credits) LT 101 - The Practice of Liturgy The candidate will be introduced to the history of the American Book of Common Prayer and be required to say Morning and Evening Prayer in both public and private contexts. Also, the responsibilities of a Deacon in a liturgical setting, and Canon Law as it applies to the Diaconate. The candidate's Mentor will be responsible for certifying his proficiency in reading the Daily Office. (3 Credits) CH 101 - AS 101 Outline of Church History A survey course in the history of the Christian Church from its origins to the present day, with emphasis on the Anglican Church in America. (3 Credits) Total credit hours required for the Diaconate - 24 +++++++ The Certificate of Associate in Theology will be awarded to a Deacon who completes the above program of studies, and submits a Research Paper on a subject of his choosing, approved by the Dean of Studies. |
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