Find your way here this summer

summer programs

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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.

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.

Regent Summer 2012 Find your way here

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Archaeological Discoveries and the Biblephil Long BIBL 510

Evangelicals and Mysticism: The Case of Martin Lutherron rittgers HIsT/spIr 568

Mission and Tradition in MinistryJim Belcher (may 14–17) appL 542

Introduction to Christian Spirituality

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Key Themes in the Book of Hebrews

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The Christian Leaderpeter shaw INDs 548

Christian Faith and Practice in a (Post)Modern WorldCraig gay INDs 581

Prayer: Five Traditions and PracticesBruce Hindmarsh (may 7–13) spIr 561

Conversion and Transformationgordon T. smith spIr/THeo 635

Biblical Exegesis and Interpretationsven soderlund (may 21–June 8) BIBL 503

Image and Word: Theological Reflections on Media and CultureIwan russell-Jones INDs 513

Designing Christian Social Enterprisesmichael Hodson appL/INDs 523

Darkness is My Only CompanionKathryn greene-mcCreight appL 545

DeuteronomyJohn Walton BIBL 613

Food: Communion, Community, oFFsITe and CreationLoren and mary ruth Wilkinson INDs 535

The Exegete in the Pulpit: Sermon Preparation Using NT GreekKeith ganzer appL/BIBL 612

Spiritual Pilgrimage in Literature and Life maxine Hancock INDs/spIr 638

New Testament Foundations

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The Apostle Paul as Pastorsven soderlund appL/BIBL 558

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Jesus and Other FaithsIvan satyavrata INDs/THeo 518

Contemplative Listeningsusan phillips spIr 554

Systematic Theology CHans Boersma THeo 607

Intro Old Testament Hebrew I & II(June 25–august 10) Kurtis peters LaNg 510/511

Promoting the Gospel to Contemporary CultureJohn Dickson appL 541

The Soul of Leadership

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Galatians: Paul’s Most Radical LetterJohn Barclay BIBL 563

Theology of CultureHans Boersma INDs/THeo 515

Psalms as Christian Lament(July 9–13) Bruce Waltke & James Houston BIBL/spIr 581

Flannery O’Connor, the Gospel, and the Imaginationralph Wood INDs 561

Drawing, Close to God: Regarding, the Vocation of the ArtistTim Lowly (July 9–27) geNr 315

Intro New Testament Greek I & II(June 25–august 10) Carolyn Hindmarsh LaNg 550/551

Contemplative Reading: Scripture and Beyondmarilyn mcentyre INDs 553

Systematic Theology Apaul Helm THeo 605

Ezekiel: God’s Glory in Exilerebecca Idestrom BIBL 532

Clinical Ethics: The Five Hardest Decisions You’ll Ever Makeedwin Hui appL/INDs 551

The Interplay of Christianity, Arts, and Culturerachel Hostetter smith INDs 572

Faces of 20th Century North American Evangelicalismgeorge marsden & Bill svelmoe HIsT 590

Technology, Wilderness, and Creation oFFsITeLoren and mary-ruth Wilkinson with markku and Leah Kostamo INDs 525

Surveillance in the 21st CenturyDavid Lyon (June 25–29) INDs 521

Solidarity, Resistance, and LiberationDave Diewert BIBL 520

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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/galleryCharis: Boundary CrossingsCome 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

2012

Register for a Course

Registration for all Summer 2012 courses opens February 20, 2012. Visit our website for full details and to register: www.regent-college.edu/registration

Alumni Seat SaleRegent graduates (diploma or degree) receive an automatic 1/ 2 off tuition for all courses taken for audit. Check our website for details: www.regent-college.edu/seatsale

Bring-a-Friend BenefitIf you’ve taken courses at Regent before but have a friend who hasn’t, you can register for the same Summer Term course together and each receive 1/ 3 off your tuition for that course. Check our website for details.

Academic AdvisingNew to Regent? Need help choosing your courses?Contact an Academic Advisor at academic.advising@regent-college.edu

ContactRegent College Summer Programs 5800 University Blvd Vancouver, BC, V6T 2E4, Canadasummerprograms@regent-college.edu

Tel 604.224.3245 or toll-free 1.800.663.8664 (North America only)

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summer programs

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Wed, May 9, Mariam Kamell

Wed, June 6, Craig Gay

Mon, July 2, Dave Diewert

Wed, July 18, Ralph Wood

Wed, May 16, Jim Belcher

Mon, June 25, M. McEntyre

Wed, July 4, Rachel Hostetter Smith

Mon, July 23, Rod Wilson

Wed, May 23, John Walton

Wed, June 27, David Lyon

Mon, July 9, Ivan Satyavrata

Wed, July 25, John Barclay

Wed, May 30, I. Russell-Jones

Wed, July 11, Jim Houston Mon, July 16, Susan Phillips

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.

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 schizo-phrenia, and to those who care for them.

New Testament Foundations 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.

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.

MAY 7–JUNE 8

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 re-lationships with the teaching and example of Christ.

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.

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.

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 under-standing your own conversion fosters self- knowledge and personal transformation.

SPRING SESSION MAY 7–JUNE 8

The Christian Leader 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 col-laboration within your team, and use your time and energy effectively.

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.

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 study-ing Martin Luther’s relationship with medieval mysticism.

SPRING SESSION 8 MAY 7–JUNE 8

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.

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 MAY 7–JUNE 8

Food: Communion, Community, and Creation May 28–June 8 Loren and mary-ruth Wilkinson Consider some of the biological, ecological, psycho-logical, aesthetic, spiritual, agricultural, and economic aspects of what, why, and how we eat. This course takes place on Galiano Island.

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 ross Hastings May 28–June 8 Identify the major theological themes of Hebrews in a manner that can be communicated to a church congregation.

SPRING SESSION MAY 7–JUNE 8

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.

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.

Surveillance in the 21st Century David Lyon June 25–29 Examine the benefits, consequences, and limits of surveillance. How did the culture of surveillance develop? How should Christians treat their personal data and those of others?

Solidarity, Resistance, and Liberation 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

Surveillance in the 21st Century David Lyon June 25–29 Examine the benefits, consequences, and limits of surveillance. How did the culture of surveil-lance develop? How should Christians treat their personal data and those of others?

JUNE 25–JULY 27

The Interplay of Christianity, Arts, and Culture 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.

Contemplative Reading: Scripture and Beyond marilyn mcentyre June 25–July 6 Reflect on how the ancient practice of lectio divina—St. Benedict’s method for reading Scripture contempla-tively—can deepen your spiritual life and be applied to other texts as well.

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 life-time 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 trans-late large portions of the Greek New Testament.

SUMMER SESSION JUNE 25–JULY 27

APsalms as Christian Lament Bruce Waltke & James Houston July 9–13 Benefit from a multi-faceted approach that com-bines verse-by-verse exposition of selected Psalms with a history of their interpretation in the church.

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.

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.

SUMMER SESSION JUNE 25–JULY 27

Contemplative Listening 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.

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.

Clinical Ethics: The Five Hardest Decisions You’ll Ever Make edwin Hui July 23–27 By examining and understanding the moral di-lemmas facing today’s health care practitioners, respond to the challenge of making difficult ethi-cal decisions from a position of Christian faith.

Drawing, Close to God: Regarding, the Vocation of the Artist 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.

SUMMER SESSION JUNE 25–JULY 27

The Soul of Leadership paul stevens & Don Flow July 23–27 Explore leadership from the perspective of the Chris-tian 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.

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.

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.

Promoting the Gospel to Contemporary Culture John Dickson July 23–27 Examine the New Testament’s teachings on mis-sion to discern lessons from the evangelization of the pre-Christian world that can be applied to our post-Christian witness today.

SUMMER SESSION JUNE 25–JULY 27

Technology, Wilderness, and Creation August 9–19 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 relation-ship to God and creation.

AUGUSt 9–19off campus

SUMMER SESSION

“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 18–19James Houston, and J.I. packer

Weeks 1 & 2 May 7–18Prayer: Five Traditions and PracticesBruce Hindmarsh (may 7–13)Darkness is My Only CompanionKathryn greene-mcCreightThe Exegete in the Pulpit: Sermon Preparation Using NT GreekKeith ganzerDesigning Christian Social Enterprisesmichael HodsonNew Testament Foundationsmariam KamellThe Apostle Paul as Pastorsven soderlundMission and Tradition in MinistryJim Belcher (may 14–17)

Week 3 May 21–25Conversion and Transformationgordon T. smithDeuteronomyJohn WaltonBiblical Exegesis and Interpretationsven soderlund (may 21–June 8)Archaeological Discoveries and the Biblephil LongEvangelicals and Mysticism: The Case of Martin Lutherron rittgersThe Christian Leaderpeter shaw

Weeks 4 & 5 May 28–June 8Introduction to Christian Spiritualityglen scorgie (may 28–June 1)Image and Word: Theological Reflections on Media and CultureIwan russell-JonesFood: Communion, Community, oFFsITe and CreationLoren and mary-ruth WilkinsonSpiritual Pilgrimage in Literature and Life maxine HancockChristian Faith and Practice in a (Post)Modern WorldCraig gayKey Themes in the Book of Hebrewsross Hastings

Weeks 1 & 2 June 25–July 6Surveillance in the 21st CenturyDavid Lyon (June 25–29)Contemplative Reading: Scripture and Beyondmarilyn mcentyreThe Interplay of Christianity, Arts, and Culturerachel Hostetter smithSolidarity, Resistance, and LiberationDave DiewertTheology of CultureHans BoersmaSystematic Theology CHans BoersmaIntro Old Testament Hebrew I & IIKurtis peters (June 25–august 10)Intro New Testament Greek I & IICarolyn Hindmarsh (June 25–august 10)

Weeks 3 & 4 July 9–20Psalms as Christian LamentBruce Waltke & James Houston (July 9–13)Systematic Theology Apaul HelmFlannery O’Connor, the Gospel, and the Imaginationralph WoodJesus and Other FaithsIvan satyavrataContemplative Listeningsusan phillipsDrawing, Close to God: Regarding, the Vocation of the ArtistTim Lowly (July 9–27)

Week 5 July 23–27Faces of 20th Century North American Evangelicalismgeorge marsden & Bill svelmoeThe Soul of Leadershippaul stevens & Don FlowEzekiel: God’s Glory in Exilerebecca IdestromClinical Ethics: The Five Hardest Decisions You’ll Ever Makeedwin HuiGalatians: Paul’s Most Radical LetterJohn BarclayPromoting the Gospel to Contemporary CultureJohn Dickson

August 9–19Technology, Wilderness, and Creation oFFsITe Loren and mary-ruth Wilkinson with markku and Leah Kostamo

5800 University Boulevard Vancouver, BC Canada V6T 2E4

604.224.3245 www.regent-college.edu