Trinity Lutheran Seminary and Bexley Seabury Seminary Federation

2016 J-Term Course Schedule (Detailed)

Revised 10/15/2015

January Term: Trinity Lutheran Seminary (Columbus) MN1091 Anglican Spirituality and Ethos (Spirituality Option) An introduction to Anglican thought, liturgy, music, poetry and the visual arts. Orientation to a variety of spiritual practices, with attention to principles that guide their use for personal formation and cultivation of communities. Participation involves experiential learning. [3 credit hours. Instructor: The Rev. Dr. Roger Ferlo. Frequency: Even Springs. Prerequisite: None. Notes: Fulfills spirituality option for Trinity M.Div. students. Course meets 1/19/2016–1/23/2016 at Trinity Lutheran Seminary in Columbus, Ohio.]

MN2656 In the City for Good This course will combine readings, on-campus meetings, and daily community immersion in the city of Columbus, Ohio, as participants explore the fruitful and faithful intersection of mission, ministry, and context. The class will start on Wednesday, January 6 at 1:30 pm and end on Friday, January 22. The first three days we'll be on campus, the two weeks (minus MLK, Jr. Day) will be spent immersed in Columbus. [3 credit hours. Instructor: The Rev. Dr. Hank Langknecht. Frequency: Even Springs. Prerequisite: None. Notes: Course meets 1/6/2016–1/22/2016 at Trinity Lutheran Seminary in Columbus, Ohio.]

MN4121 The Sermon as Art Form What if the sermon was less like an essay or lecture, more like a short story, a lyric poem, or a country-western ballad? What if preachers thought of themselves as creative artists? Designed for MDiv students who have completed basic preaching preparation and for practicing clergy and lay preachers, but open to all. [3 credit hours. Instructor: The Rev. Dr. John Dally. Frequency: Even Springs. Prerequisite: None. Notes: Course meets 1/11/2016–1/15/2016 at Trinity Lutheran Seminary in Columbus, Ohio.]

January Term: Bexley Seabury Seminary (Chicago) IC4002 Diversity and Context In this course, we will increase participants’ intercultural competency for congregational development in a diverse changing world. Through experiential activities and lectures, participants will gain a deeper understanding of two major cultural differences – communication styles and perception of power – and their consequences for congregational vitality and stewardship. Participants will also access and identify their level of intercultural sensitivity and how this knowledge impacts their ministries. Participants will gain skills, tools and processes for small group ministry and constructive conflict resolution. Participants will also gain an in-depth understanding of how to create a “Grace Margin” in which community members can explore new ideas and fresh expression of ministries in a gracious environment. [3 credit hours. Instructor: The Rev. Dr. Eric Law. Frequency: Even Springs. Prerequisite: None. Notes: Course meets 1/18/2016–1/22/2016 at Bexley Seabury Seminary in Chicago, Illinois.]

MN4161 Making Mission Possible in Tough Times This course will explore how mission-focused fundraising and greater neighborhood involvement can breathe new life into congregational mission and outreach at a time when many are struggling with shoe-string budgets and exploding social needs in their communities. [3 credit hours. Instructors: The Rev. Suzann Holding and Dr. John Kretzmann. Frequency: Even Springs. Prerequisite: None. Notes: Course meets 1/11/2016–1/15/2016 at Bexley Seabury Seminary in Chicago, Illinois.]

MN4117 Congregational Systems This course will provide an introduction to systems and organizational theory in relation to congregations and other church groups. It will explore issues in organizational and ministry development as well as strategies for systemic change. [3 credit hours. Instructor: The Rev. Dr. Emlyn Ott. Frequency: Even Springs. Prerequisite: None. Notes: Course meets 1/4/2016–1/8/2016 at Bexley Seabury Seminary in Chicago, Illinois.]

How do I Register for J-Term Courses? You must meet with your academic advisor at least once per year to review your degree completion plan. Once you have determined your courses, have your advisor sign your Registration Form and submit the completed document to the Registrar during the 2016 J-Term / Spring Registration Window (November 10th–19th). (It is acceptable to send scans or photos of this document to registrar@tlsohio.edu.)

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2016 J-Term Course Schedule (Detailed)

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January Term: Domestic Immersion MN2654 Flourishing in the Parish (Spirituality Option) Immersion experience at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Davenport, Iowa, as students work with a nationally recognized pastor and staff in a vibrant, growing central city congregation. Students will observe and reflect upon practices that contribute to healthy and dynamic church life. Daily onsite seminars address strategic thinking, decision-making, effective church leadership, and the importance of pastoral imagination. Students will gain practical insight on what makes the pastoral life so good, so meaningful, so significant, and so challenging. St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport, Iowa, is a 3,500-member central city congregation located in the Quad Cities metropolitan area (pop. 300,000). Known for both its investment in local urban renewal and global mission efforts, St. Paul is also a center for creative worship, lifelong learning and faith formation, and strong music ministries. The St. Paul setting serves as an ideal location for a parish immersion site. This parish ministry immersion course at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport, Iowa, provides a firsthand opportunity for students to work with a lead pastor and staff in a vibrant and growing central city congregation. The objective of the experience is to witness and reflect upon the many facets of the pastoral life, and to observe the texture of congregational practices and behaviors that foster a healthy and dynamic model for church life. Students will learn key habits and practices for entering ministry with greater confidence and grace. The greatest value of the course will emerge from the opportunity to gain insight on what makes the pastoral life so good, so meaningful, so significant, and—yes, on any number of days—so challenging. All class discussion, reading assignments and short reflection papers will be organized around imagining oneself in the vocation of parish ministry within different congregational settings. Because this is an immersion experience, students will meet together in an extensive capacity every weekday. The most structured meeting times will be during the weekday morning and afternoon seminars. Important group experiences and pastoral encounters will take place outside of seminar or classroom times as well. Some of each day will be spent experiencing the up-close work of pastors and a congregation in action. Other time together will involve a behind-the-scenes look at decision-making, strategic thinking, planning and collaborating for all levels of congregational leadership. Additional time will be spent in worship, enjoying the community and sharing meaningful conversation over meals. Because the St. Paul congregation’s life will not cease during this two-week course, and the daily pastoral responsibilities that go with life at St. Paul will not grind to a halt either, there will be some necessary flexibility surrounding specific seminar times. In general, students will gather for a seminar each weekday morning from 9:30–11am and from 2–3pm each weekday afternoon. These scheduled sessions will be in addition to other shared experiences of the group each day. Seminar reading and/or reflection paper preparation or writing will be an expected component of each student’s daily routine. [3 credit hours. Instructors: The Rev. Dr. Emlyn Ott and The Rev. Peter Marty. Frequency: Even Springs. Prerequisite: None. Notes: Fulfills spirituality option for Trinity M.Div. students. Course meets 1/4/2016–1/14/2016 in Davenport, Iowa. Estimated Cost (in addition to tuition): TBA. For more information, contact Dr. Emlyn Ott.]

MN3600 Pine Ridge Indian Reservation Immersion experience at the Lutheran Lakota Shared Ministry at Pine Ridge Retreat Center on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota. Students explore Native American concerns and build bridges of understanding through transformational ministry. Students will work on community projects, be present and engaged with the children who come for afternoon activities, assist with the sandwich program for the hungry, and visit key cultural/historical sites (such as Red Cloud Indian School, Wounded Knee, Lakota College, Lakota Fund, SuAnne Big Crow’s Boys’ and Girls’ Club, and Pow Wows). Speakers share their art work and discuss their life experience on the Rez, their hopes and views about economic and housing issues, and the impact of the Wounded Knee massacre in 1890 and occupation of 1973. Students attend Sunday worship services, midweek young peoples’ worship at the Sanctuary program, and other significant family celebrations of life, which might include wakes and /or funeral services. Days usually conclude with devotions, reflection and talking circle. The Center has four sleeping rooms, four bathrooms with showers, a large well-equipped kitchen, wireless access, recreation area and lounge. Bedding and towels are provided. Groups pool money to purchase groceries to prepare meals at the center. Students may also wish to purchase some of the artwork and crafts created by local artisans. [3 credit hours. Instructor: Ray Olson. Frequency: Every Spring. Prerequisite: None. Notes: Course meets 1/4/2016–1/15/2016 (not including travel days) in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. Estimated Cost (in addition to tuition): Airfare + $675 (lodging, meals, local transportation). For more information, contact Ray Olson.]

Additional J-Term Course Offerings Trinity Lutheran Seminary and Bexley Seabury Seminary degree students are also permitted to register for J-Term courses offered by the Methodist Theological School in Ohio. Use the standard registration card and note the MTSO course code and title. Trinity Lutheran Seminary degree students may also register for select J-Term courses offered at other ELCA seminaries.

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2016 J-Term Course Schedule (Detailed)

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January Term: International Immersion MN2671 Mission Immersion: Haiti This course will concentrate on God’s mission in the world as the very identity and calling of the church. The course will provide an immersion in mission both at Abiding Hope Lutheran Church, Littleton, Colorado, and through the work of the Haitian Timoun Foundation (HTF), a US 501(c) (3) public charity whose mission is to foster hope and sustainability with dignity in Haiti. The experience will challenge participants particularly to explore the impact and importance of personal conversion (broadly understood) in the role of leading congregations and communities authentically in this age of post-Christendom. Students will engage theological and ecclesiological materials so as to develop a clear vision for what it means to be converted leaders raising converted disciples of the Risen Christ for the sake of the world. The course will be led by Trinity President Rick Barger in partnership with the lead team of Abiding Hope Lutheran Church, Littleton, Colorado, and the Haitian staff and partners of the Haitian Timoun Foundation. Course participants will:

Spend five days immersed in a congregation recognized for its authentic integration and impact in the areas of worship, discipleship, leadership, and focused outreach to the poor;

Explore the meaning and role of “conversion” as it relates to authentic servant-leadership;

Travel to Haiti for a true grassroots immersion experience;

In Haiti, enter into the world of child trafficking, child slavery, extreme poverty, widespread illiteracy, and witness a highly effective grassroots approach that fosters hope, sustainability, and dignity for all;

Be inspired by the courage, tenacity, creativity, spirit and spirituality of the Haitian people;

Return from Haiti with clarity in distinguishing between “toxic charity” and sustainable solidarity; and,

Be inspired to join the movement or find your own “Haiti.”

Schedule: January 2: Travel to Littleton, Colorado January 3–7: Immersion at Abiding Hope Lutheran Church in Littleton, Colorado January 8–9: Travel to Port-au-Prince, Haiti (via Miami) January 9–5: Immersion at Port-au-Prince, Haiti January 16: Return to Columbus, Ohio [3 credit hours. Instructor: The Rev. Dr. Rick Barger. Frequency: Even Springs. Prerequisite: None. Notes: Course meets 1/2–1/16/2016. Estimated Cost (in addition to tuition): Transportation to Colorado + $2,000 (airfare to/from Haiti, including return to Columbus, local travel, lodging at host homes in Littleton and in Miami and Haiti, most meals). Not included: immunizations, some meals, miscellaneous expenses. Generous scholarship funds are available. For more information, see informational flyer or contact Missy Brown.]

MN2674 Intensive Spanish for Ministry This course provides students with intensive language training while simultaneously immersing them in contemporary Latin American culture. Students will be hosted by local families in Cuernavaca, Mexico, and will have all meals provided by that household. The course includes four hours of daily intensive language training, with afternoons and evenings free to explore Cuernavaca and to participate in optional activities sponsored by the language institute (such as lectures on current events and workshops to help children with their English homework). Students will participate in Sunday worship with local Mexican congregations to learn about their ministries and participate in and three day-long field trips. At the end of the course, students will reflect on how to further develop their language skills for use in ministry contexts in the United States. No previous exposure to Spanish is required. [3 credit hours. Instructor: The Rev. Dr. Mark Powell. Frequency: Every Spring. Prerequisite: None. Notes: Course meets 1/2/2016–1/24/2016 (including travel days) in Cuernavaca, Mexico. Estimated Cost (in addition to tuition): Airfare + $1950 (lodging, meals with a local family, three day-long scheduled group excursions). Additional excursions and any meals outside are extra. Trinity Lutheran Seminary students are eligible to receive free round-trip airfare from Columbus if they register by November 19. For more information, see informational flyer or contact Dr. Mark Powell.]

MN4681 Learning from London: Mission & Evangelism in the 21st Century Since 1990, the Diocese of London in the Church of England has grown by 50% in terms of average weekly attendance. Since 2000, giving has increased by 50%. This has come about through a combination of dynamic local parish programs, strategic planning for planting and renewing churches, and an inspiring vision set forth by the diocese. All of this has taken place in the midst of one of the most diverse, vibrant, cosmopolitan, multi-faith, and secularized urban centers in the world. How has this come about? And what may be learned from London’s methods for our own context? This course will provide an in-depth introduction to the many facets of the mission and evangelism taking place in the Diocese of London through learning best practices from seasoned practitioners. [3 credit hours. Instructor: The Rev. Dr. Jason Fout. Frequency: Every Spring. Prerequisite: HTS3061 or instructor’s consent. Notes: Course meets 1/16/2016–1/22/2016 in London, England and requires online work prior to and following the immersion. Estimated Costs (in addition to tuition): Airfare + $1850 (lodging, breakfast, dinner, and ground transportation). For more information and to pre-register, contact Dr. Jason Fout.]

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The ELCA Seminaries’ J-Term Reciprocity Program permits degree students enrolled at any of the ELCA seminaries to cross-register for select J-Term courses hosted by the other ELCA Seminaries. Only the courses listed below are available for cross-registration. For further information, consult the host seminary’s website or Registrar. For on-campus courses, students are expected to contact the host seminary regarding housing arrangements (the cost of which is the student’s responsibility).

Global Immersion

4.312 Study Tour: Central America Category: Global Immersion. Instructor(s): Michael Cooper-White and Maria Erling. Dates/Times: Jan 15-25. Location: Central America. Credits: 1.5 or 3 semester credits. Description: Some of the most dynamic and prophetic faith communities in the world today are to be found in the lands of

Central America. Accompanied by a long-term ELCA resident missionary, and led by Gettysburg Seminary president Michael Cooper-White, who is bilingual and has visited Central and South America on several occasions, the viajeros (travelers) will learn about action-reflection models of living the faith, observe how churches under stressful conditions thrive and grow, and explore implications for ministry in our own North American context. Participants in the most recent trip described it as “physically rigorous and not for the faint-of-heart;” i.e. participants must be prepared for stressful experiences under rugged conditions in both urban and rural contexts.

Cost: Contact instructors for details. Notes: Contact instructors for details. Host Seminary: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (www.ltsg.edu). Host Registrar: Marty Stevens (mstevens@ltsg.edu). CD1613-01 / CD1613-02 Holy Land: People, Places, and Prayers [Travel Course] Category: Global Immersion. Instructor(s): Kathryn Schifferdecker (kschiffer@luthersem.edu) and

Karoline Lewis (klewis001@luthersem.edu). Dates/Times: 1/12/2016–1/25/2016. Credits: 1.5 or 3 credits. Location: Israel. Description: An introduction to the history, cultures, and peoples of Israel and Palestine. Participants in this course visit

places holy to Christians, Jews, and Muslims, exploring the biblical texts associated with those places and the opportunities they present for enhancing preaching and teaching. Participants also learn about current geo-political realities in the region, visiting with Palestinians and Israelis and hearing their stories, their struggles, and their hopes for the future. The class will include historical and theological reading, reflection, and discussion. This course will have a significant cross-cultural learning component.

Cost: Contact instructors for details. Notes: Half course option: CD1613-01; Full course option: CD1613-02. Contact instructors for details. Host Seminary: Luther Seminary (www.luthersem.edu) Host Registrar: Diane Doncits (ddoncits@luthersem.edu)

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Global Immersion (continued) HC1352-01 Luther the Pastor [Travel Course] Category: Global Immersion. Instructor(s): Mary Jane Haemig (mhaemig@luthersem.edu) Dates/Times: 1/1/2016–1/20/2016. Credits: 3 semester credits. Location: Germany. Description: An examination of how Luther and his followers taught and practiced preaching, worship, catechesis, reading

the Bible, prayer, oversight, and pastoral care. The course focuses on many of the practical pastoral issues of the reformation. The trip includes a two-week stay in Wittenberg as well as visits to Leipzig, Halle, Erfurt, Eisenach, and Berlin.

Cost: Contact instructor for details. Notes: Contact instructor for details. Host Seminary: Luther Seminary (www.luthersem.edu) Host Registrar: Diane Doncits (ddoncits@luthersem.edu) MN399W-L1 In the Footsteps of Egeria: A Holy Land Pilgrimage to Places, Peoples and Peace Category: Global Immersion. Instructor(s): Dr. Thomas Schattauer. Dates/Times: 1/4/2016-1/20/2016, with optional extension to Jordan 1/20/2016-1/23/2016. Credits: 3 semester credits. Location: Israel. Description: Egeria was a pilgrim nun who journeyed to the Holy Land toward the end of the fourth century. She was

irrepressibly curious, devoutly Christian, and a careful observer of places and peoples. We will travel in her footsteps—and those of many pilgrims before and since—as we visit the biblical sites, explore the story of Christian existence in this place, and encounter voices for peace among the people of Israel and Palestine today.

Cost: Contact instructor for details. Notes: Contact instructor for details. Host Seminary: Wartburg Seminary (www.wartburgseminary.edu). Host Registrar: Kevin Anderson (registrar@wartburgseminary.edu). MN2671 Mission Immersion: Haiti Category: Global Immersion. Instructor(s): Rev. Dr. Rick Barger. Dates/Times: 1/2–1/16/2016 Location: Haiti. Description: This course will concentrate on God’s mission in the world as the very identity and calling of the church. The

course will provide an immersion in mission both at Abiding Hope Lutheran Church, Littleton, Colorado, and through the work of the Haitian Timoun Foundation (HTF), a US 501(c) (3) public charity whose mission is to foster hope and sustainability with dignity in Haiti. The experience will challenge participants particularly to explore the impact and importance of personal conversion (broadly understood) in the role of leading congregations and communities authentically in this age of post-Christendom. Students will engage theological and ecclesiological materials so as to develop a clear vision for what it means to be converted leaders raising converted disciples of the Risen Christ for the sake of the world. The course will be led by Trinity President Rick Barger in partnership with the lead team of Abiding Hope Lutheran Church, Littleton, Colorado, and the Haitian staff and partners of the Haitian Timoun Foundation.

Cost: Transportation to Colorado + $2,000 (airfare to/from Haiti, including return to Columbus, local travel, lodging at host homes in Littleton and in Miami and Haiti, most meals). Not included: immunizations, some meals, miscellaneous expenses.

Notes: For more information, see informational flyer or contact Missy Brown (mbrown@TLSohio.edu). Host Seminary: Trinity Lutheran Seminary (www.tlsohio.edu). Host Registrar: Lee Richards (lrichards@TLSohio.edu).

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Global Immersion (continued) MN2674 Intensive Spanish for Ministry (Cuernavaca, Mexico) Category: Global Immersion. Instructor(s): Rev. Dr. Mark Powell (mapowell@TLSohio.edu). Dates/Times: 1/3–1/23/2016 Location: Cuernavaca, Mexico. Credits: 3 semester credits. Description: This course provides students with intensive language training while simultaneously immersing them in

contemporary Latin American culture. Students will be hosted by local families in Cuernavaca, Mexico, and will have all meals provided by that household. The course includes four hours of daily intensive language training, with afternoons and evenings free to explore Cuernavaca and to participate in optional activities sponsored by the language institute (such as lectures on current events and workshops to help children with their English homework). Students will participate in Sunday worship with local Mexican congregations to learn about their ministries and participate in and three day-long field trips. At the end of the course, students will reflect on how to further develop their language skills for use in ministry contexts in the United States. No previous exposure to Spanish is required.

Cost: Airfare + $1950 (lodging, meals with a local family, three day-long scheduled group excursions). Additional excursions and any meals outside are extra.

Notes: For more information, see informational flyer or contact Dr. Mark Powell (mapowell@TLSohio.edu). Host Seminary: Trinity Lutheran Seminary (www.tlsohio.edu). Host Registrar: Lee Richards (lrichards@TLSohio.edu). Tanzania Category: Global Immersion. Instructor(s): Ann Fritschel (afritschel@wartburgseminary.edu). Dates/Times: 1/4/2016-1/20/2016. Credits: 3 semester credits. Location: Tanzania Description: A cross-cultural immersion course that will explore the people and ministries of the Evangelical Lutheran

Church in Tanzania. We will be located primarily in the Meru Diocese. Topics that will be explored include mission, leadership and Gospel proclamation in a religiously pluralistic and constantly changing context. We will also explore the synod companion program and the theology of accompaniment and reflect upon what we learn for mission and ministry in the United States context.

Cost: Between $2500-3000. Notes: For further information, contact Ann Fritschel (afritschel@wartburgseminary.edu). Host Seminary: Wartburg Seminary (www.wartburgseminary.edu). Host Registrar: Kevin Anderson (registrar@wartburgseminary.edu).

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Domestic Immersion Ministry in the City: New City Parish Category: Domestic Immersion. Instructor(s): Rev. James Lobdell and Rev. Brian Eklund. Dates/Times: 1/7/2016–1/11/2016. Location: New City Parish, Inglewood, California. Description: Objectives: This 5-day course serves as an introduction to the Cross-cultural and Spanish Immersion program

and provides participants the opportunity for experiential learning among the eight urban congregations of the New City Parish. We model the style of teaching and learning typical of our urban settings in which there is heavy emphasis on experience and reflection. Methodology: The instructors follow the methodology of the Comunidades de Base of South and Central America: See the reality, Reflect on how Scripture speaks to that reality, and Act as a result of what has been learned. Class Times and Accommodation: Class begins on Thursday, January 7, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran, 9300 S Crenshaw Blvd, 90305, as students meet their host families, and concludes at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, January 11. Participants live with families in our New City Parish communities. They join in Bible Study, guided community walks, tours of Los Angeles, Sunday worship, fellowship time, and share in the vision of the local congregation with lay leaders. Students are assisted with analytical tools and challenged to share their reflections and, in the closing session, develop together a set of principles for urban ministry.

Cost: Contact instructor for details. Notes: Contact instructor for details. Host Seminary: Pacific Lutheran Seminary (www.plts.edu). Host Registrar: Christopher Evans (cevans@plts.edu). MN399W-L4 Milwaukee Category: Domestic Immersion. Instructor(s): Dr. Winston Persaud (wpersaud@wartburgseminary.edu). Dates/Times: TBA. Credits: 3 semester credits. Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Description: More information to come when details are finalized. Dates for 2016 are not known yet. (For perspective, the

dates for 2015 in Milwaukee were January 3-12.) Ten-day immersion. Sponsored by the Greater Milwaukee Synod.

Cost: While many of the local costs are covered, previous experiences have had a fee of at least $800 which is in addition to travel expenses. (The 2016 fee has not yet been determined as it will likely vary based on the number of participants.)

Notes: For further information, contact Dr. Winston Persaud (wpersaud@wartburgseminary.edu). Host Seminary: Wartburg Seminary (www.wartburgseminary.edu). Host Registrar: Kevin Anderson (registrar@wartburgseminary.edu).

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Domestic Immersion (continued) MN399W-L6 The Borderlands: Mission in Latino Contexts (Texas-Mexico) Category: Domestic Immersion. Instructor(s): Dr. Javier Alanís (jalanis@lsps.edu). Dates/Times: 1/4/2016-1/22/2016. Credits: 3 semester credits. Location: Texas and Mexico. Description: First-time students will spend up to three weeks in the January term observing, participating in, and considering

the church in mission along the Texas/Mexico border and in various Spanish-speaking contexts throughout Texas. Experiential learning occurs with trips to the Texas/Mexico border and in Latino/a congregations throughout Texas. Students learn about the history, culture and contemporary realities of Latinos/as to gain skills in intercultural dialogue and ministry that they can transpose to other cultural settings. Course hosted by the Lutheran Seminary Program of the Southwest in conjunction with the Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

Cost: Contact instructor for details. Notes: For further information, contact Troy Troftgruben at ttroftgruben@wartburgseminary.edu. Host Seminary: Wartburg Seminary (www.wartburgseminary.edu). Host Registrar: Kevin Anderson (registrar@wartburgseminary.edu). MN2654 Flourishing in the Parish Category: Domestic Immersion. Instructor(s): Rev. Dr. Emlyn Ott and Rev. Peter Marty. Dates/Times: 1/4–1/14/2016. Location: Davenport, Iowa. Credits: 3 semester credits. Description: Immersion experience at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Davenport, Iowa, as students work with a nationally

recognized pastor and staff in a vibrant, growing central city congregation. Students will observe and reflect upon practices that contribute to healthy and dynamic church life. Daily onsite seminars address strategic thinking, decision-making, effective church leadership, and the importance of pastoral imagination. Students will gain practical insight on what makes the pastoral life so good, so meaningful, so significant, and so challenging. This parish ministry immersion course at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport, Iowa, provides a firsthand opportunity for students to work with a lead pastor and staff in a vibrant and growing central city congregation. The objective of the experience is to witness and reflect upon the many facets of the pastoral life, and to observe the texture of congregational practices and behaviors that foster a healthy and dynamic model for church life. Students will learn key habits and practices for entering ministry with greater confidence and grace. The greatest value of the course will emerge from the opportunity to gain insight on what makes the pastoral life so good, so meaningful, so significant, and—yes, on any number of days—so challenging. All class discussion, reading assignments and short reflection papers will be organized around imagining oneself in the vocation of parish ministry within different congregational settings.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: Contact instructor for details. Host Seminary: Trinity Lutheran Seminary (www.tlsohio.edu). Host Registrar: Lee Richards (lrichards@TLSohio.edu).

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Domestic Immersion (continued) MN2656 In the City for Good Category: Domestic Immersion. Instructor(s): Rev. Dr. Hank Langknecht (hlangknecht@TLSohio.edu). Dates/Times: 1/6–1/22/2016. Location: Trinity Lutheran Seminary, Columbus, Ohio and various sites throughout Columbus. Credits: 3 semester credits. Description: This course will combine readings, on-campus meetings, and daily community immersion in the city of

Columbus, Ohio, as participants explore the fruitful and faithful intersection of mission, ministry, and context. The class will start on Wednesday, January 6 at 1:30 pm and end on Friday, January 22. The first three days we'll be on campus, the two weeks (minus MLK, Jr. Day) will be spent immersed in Columbus.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: For more details, contact Rev. Dr. Hank Langknecht (hlangknecht@TLSohio.edu). Host Seminary: Trinity Lutheran Seminary (www.tlsohio.edu). Host Registrar: Lee Richards (lrichards@TLSohio.edu). RM4515-01 Ministry in Small Town and Rural (STaR) Contexts [Travel Course] Category: Domestic Immersion. Instructor(s): Alvin Luedke. Dates/Times: 1/11/2016–1/24/2016. Credits: 3 semester credits. Location: Southwestern Minnesota, Iowa, and Eastern North Dakota. Description: Students, together with clergy and lay persons from small town and rural congregations, study issues affecting

America’s small town and rural (STaR) communities. Clergy and lay persons from STaR congregations and communities are engaged as part of the course. Implications for ministry and leadership in these contexts are explored.

Cost: Contact instructor for details. Notes: Contact instructor for details. Course will meet at Shalom Hill Farm 1/11-17 and Eastern North Dakota 1/18-

24. Host Seminary: Luther Seminary (www.luthersem.edu) Host Registrar: Diane Doncits (ddoncits@luthersem.edu) SGN454 John's Island Service Travel Seminar Category: Domestic Immersion. Instructor(s): Bob Robinson. Dates/Times: TBD. Location: John’s Island, South Carolina. Credits: 1 unit. Description: Leadership. Knowledge. Experience. The John’s Island Trip is centered in a student organized work trip to

John’s Island, South Carolina. In preparation for the trip students taking this course will meet six times during January term to learn the deep history of the Sea Islands, to study the Gullah culture of the region, to investigate the economic and social forces that are reshaping the islands, and to plumb the depths of the religious life of the people of the islands. Learning will continue during the trip itself, in conversation with neighbors on the islands and in presentations by local resources. The deepest learning will occur through working with those served by the trip, by immersion in their culture. We hope to offer this course again in January 2016.

Cost: Contact instructor for details. Notes: Contact instructor for details. Host Seminary: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (www.ltsp.edu) Host Registrar: René Diemer (registrar@ltsp.edu)

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Domestic Immersion (continued) Two Week Cross-Cultural & Spanish Language Immersion:

New City Parish Metropolitan Ministry & Training Center & CETLALIC Category: Domestic Immersion. Instructor(s): Rev. Brian Eklund and Jorge Torres (Director, CETLALIC) Dates/Times: 1/11/2016–1/23/2016. Location: New City Parish, Inglewood, California. Description: Clergy, Seminarians or Associates in Ministry, Lay Ministers or church members

interested in Spanish language and the multicultural realities of urban life. A maximum of 15 persons will be enrolled in the course. Objectives: This 2-week Cross-Cultural & Spanish Language Immersion provides participants the opportunity to begin or continue the process of learning Spanish and Latin American culture, along with experiencing the reality of Latino and African descent families who live in Los Angeles. Participants share in a variety of multicultural experiences with our families, churches and community, learn about the work of urban nonprofits, study and reflect on relevant Bible themes, and train in the Spanish language in small groups with professional teachers from CETLALIC, Cuernavaca, Mexico (www.cetlalic.org.mx. The program is a continuation of the 5 day Ministry in the City course. Methodology: The instructors follow the methodology of the Comunidades de Base of South and Central America: See the reality, Reflect on how Scripture speaks to that reality, and Act as a result of what has been learned. The contents of the diverse activities support the work of the participants as pastors and activists. This is a unique program in Los Angeles, supporting and using the methodology of “popular education” of Paulo Frierie in teaching Spanish to those for whom it is not a native tongue. Class Times and Accommodation: We begin on Monday evening, January 11, at 6pm to review the schedule and meet our host families, with classes beginning on Tuesday, January 12, 2016 at 8:30am, finishing on Saturday afternoon, January 23, at 2pm following classes and a closing lunch.

Cost: Contact instructor for details. Notes: Contact instructor for details. Host Seminary: Pacific Lutheran Seminary (www.plts.edu). Host Registrar: Christopher Evans (cevans@plts.edu).

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1.272 Experiencing the Gospel according to Mark Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): Mark Vitalis Hoffman . Dates/Times: Jan 19-21 9:00-11:30, 1:00-4:00; Jan 22 9:00-11:30; plus pre-class online work. Location: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Credits: 1.5 semester credits. Description: Neglected through much of Church history, the Gospel of Mark is now recognized as a true work of literature

that functions narratively to proclaim the "good news of Jesus, God's Son." While attending to its narrative features, this course will be attuned to how this Gospel is experienced by a variety of readers/hearers in various social locations, in order that students in the class may both appreciate the subtle power of this gospel and themselves become more effective proclaimers of this good news. A special focus is on the ‘translation’ and ‘performance’ of the gospel in ancient and modern media.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: Prerequisite: Gospels course. Knowledge of Greek is recommended. Host Seminary: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (www.ltsg.edu). Host Registrar: Marty Stevens (mstevens@ltsg.edu). 2.310 Theology and Ethics of Martin Luther King, Jr. Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): Dr. Charles S. Brown, Payne Theological Seminary, Dates/Times: Jan 11 8:30-11:30, 1:00-6:00; Jan 12-14 8:30-11:30, 1:00-5:00, 6:00-8:00;

Jan 15 8:30-11:30, 1:00-5:00. Location: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Credits: 3 semester credits. Description: A study of the systematic implications of the thought of Martin Luther King, Jr. as expressed in his writings

and public leadership within the Civil Rights Movement from 1955 to 1968. Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: Contact instructor for details. Host Seminary: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (www.ltsg.edu). Host Registrar: Marty Stevens (mstevens@ltsg.edu). 3.111 Personal Financial Literacy Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): Marty Stevens. Dates/Times: Jan 4 1:30-4:30; Jan 5-7 8:30-11:30, 1:30-3:30; Jan 8 8:30-11:30. Location: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Credits: 1.5 semester credits. Description: The course engages students in the basics of financial terminology and strategies as a means of increasing

financial literacy. The course seeks to enhance leadership skills in the financial arena. Topics include: understanding financial reports, constructing and evaluating budgets, investing, borrowing, insurance, and legacy planning.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: Contact instructor for details. Host Seminary: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (www.ltsg.edu). Host Registrar: Marty Stevens (mstevens@ltsg.edu).

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On-Campus Courses (continued) 3.702 Introduction to Parish Preaching Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): Pastor Steven Loy, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Billings, MT. Dates/Times: Jan 4 1:30-4:30; Jan 5-7 8:30-11:30, 1:30-3:30; Jan 8 8:30-11:30. Location: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Credits: 1.5 semester credits. Description: This course introduces students to homiletical theory and practice. Through readings, sermon analysis,

discussion and in-class preaching exercises, students study major theories and preaching practices in historical and contemporary homiletics.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: Contact instructor for details. Host Seminary: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (www.ltsg.edu). Host Registrar: Marty Stevens (mstevens@ltsg.edu). 3.703 I Have to Preach Every Week? Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): Bishop Craig Satterlee, North-West Lower Michigan Synod Dates/Times: Jan 19-22 8:30-11:30, 1:00-2:00; Jan 23 8:30-12:30, 1:00-2:00. Location: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Credits: 1.5 semester credits. Description: This course is a weekly journey in preaching, from initial encounter with the text to preaching the sermon.

Preachers desiring a method and routine that produces results will find this course instructive. Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: Prerequisite: Introduction to Preaching course. Host Seminary: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (www.ltsg.edu). Host Registrar: Marty Stevens (mstevens@ltsg.edu). 3.765 Saying the M Word in the Pulpit Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): Bishop Craig Satterlee, North-West Lower Michigan Synod. Dates/Times: Jan 19-22 2:30-5:30, 6:30-8:00; Jan 23 2:30-5:30. Location: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Credits: 1.5 semester credits. Description: Preaching about Money, or even naming Money from the pulpit, strikes fear in the preacher and all sorts of

emotions in the congregation. This shows the power Money holds in our culture and church. Students will gain a theological perspective, practical strategies, and experience in bringing money under the reign of Christ by naming it in preaching.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: Prerequisite: Introduction to Preaching course. Host Seminary: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (www.ltsg.edu). Host Registrar: Marty Stevens (mstevens@ltsg.edu).

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On-Campus Courses (continued) 4.204 Diaconal Ministry Formation Event Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): Mark Oldenburg. Dates/Times: Jan 19-22 2:30-5:30, 6:30-8:00; Jan 23 2:30-5:30. Location: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Credits: 3 semester credits. Description: Every candidate for consecration as a diaconal minister in the ELCA must take part in a Formation Event,

which provides a diaconal perspective for shaping a course of study and field experience. Participants will study the Biblical and historical roots and contemporary expressions of diaconal ministry, examine current models for ministry, and develop spiritual insights and disciplines for active ministry through worship, prayer, and group processes.

Cost: In addition to tuition and a participation fee, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals.

Notes: Prerequisite: Participation in the DMFE requires a positive entrance decision. Host Seminary: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (www.ltsg.edu). Host Registrar: Marty Stevens (mstevens@ltsg.edu). 6.309 STM Religious Vocation, Ministry, & the Movies Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): Leonard Hummel. Dates/Times: Jan 10 5:00-8:00; Jan 11, 13 8:30-11:30, 5:00-8:00; Jan 12, 14 1:00-4:00;

Jan 15 8:30-11:30, 1:00-4:00 plus pre-and post-class online work. Location: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Credits: 3 semester credits. Description: Movies have been and remain a powerful source for moral development, intellectual formation, and pastoral

care. The goal of this course is to assist students in their vocational development through a critical assessment of ministry/religious vocation as depicted in the cinema. Through this practical theological endeavor, students will develop their abilities to identify in films themes relevant to religious vocation/ministry, and also to reflect on the meaning of those themes for their own vocation and pastoral ministry. Particular focal-themes include “Minister as Saint/Sinner,” “Minister as Prophet/Clueless,” “Minister as Mad-Person/Fool for Christ,” “Minister as Savior/Spoiler of Church and the World.”

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: MDiv and MA students need permission from the instructor to register. Host Seminary: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (www.ltsg.edu). Host Registrar: Marty Stevens (mstevens@ltsg.edu). CC/RHTH409 Lifting Every Voice: African Americans and Lutheranism Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): TBA. Dates/Times: January 4-7, 11-14 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Location: Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois. Credits: 3 semester credits. Description: Africans and African-Americans participate in a diversity of religious traditions ranging from historical African-

American denominations to predominantly Northern European denominations. Lutheranism is a global denomination which has attracted African-Americans on the North American continent and Caribbean since the early 1600s. This course investigates the historical engagement of African-Americans within Lutheranism. Students will have an opportunity to hear the stories of contemporary African-American Lutherans whose voices make important contributions to global Lutheranism.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: TBA. Host Seminary: Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (www.lstc.edu). Host Registrar: Pat Bartley (pbartley@lstc.edu).

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CY4570-01 Relational Ministry and the Future of the Church Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): Andrew Root. Dates/Times: 1/11/2016–1/14/2016. Credits: 3 semester credits. Location: Luther Seminary, St. Paul, Minnesota. Description: A course that examines the theological, historical and sociological bases for relational/incarnational youth

ministry. The course is designed to look at popular understandings of relational/incarnational ministry, assessing them through a theological understand of relationships. Students will be given the tools to use a relational/incarnational approach to youth ministry engendered from theological and strategic perspectives.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: Contact instructor for details. Host Seminary: Luther Seminary (www.luthersem.edu). Host Registrar: Diane Doncits (ddoncits@luthersem.edu). ICS473 Hip Hop, Faith, and the Prophetic Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): The Rev. Dr. Charles Howard (choward@pobox.upenn.edu). Dates/Times: Jan. 11–15; 8:30 am –5:30 pm. Location: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Credits: 1 unit. Description: An exploration of the history and growth of Hip Hop culture with a focus on diverse faith expressions within

Hip Hop. Over the last thirty years, Hip Hop has emerged as the largest cultural movement not only in the United States but throughout the world. It is a multicultural, international, dialogical space that serves as a historicizing, reflecting, critical, and at times prophetic voice on behalf of and to all aspects of society. The class will explore the affirming and challenging reactions from faith communities towards this complex cultural movement and especially Hip Hop’s relations with different Christian and Muslim communities.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: For details, contact Dr. Charles Howard (choward@pobox.upenn.edu). Host Seminary: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (www.ltsp.edu). Host Registrar: René Diemer (registrar@ltsp.edu). ML401 Healthy Leaders, Healthy Organizations/Congregations Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): TBA. Dates/Times: January 4-22, 1-5 p.m. Location: Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois. Credits: 3 semester credits. Description: This course provides a stimulating combination of the practical meeting the conceptual. This course focuses on

establishing healthy processes, practices, and relationships in organizations. It emphasizes intentional, pro-active leadership practices rather than crisis intervention. It seeks to move intentionally from ideas, theories and paradigms to the application of specific practical approaches for use in varied settings, both in congregations and other organizations. It works with a developmental model of personal and organizational growth and change.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: Pre-requisite: Conversation with the instructor about interest in the course and previous experience. Host Seminary: Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (www.lstc.edu). Host Registrar: Pat Bartley (pbartley@lstc.edu).

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MN4117 Congregational Systems Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): Rev. Dr. Emlyn Ott (eott@TLSohio.edu). Dates/Times: 1/4–1/8/2016. Location: Bexley Seabury Seminary, Chicago, Illinois. Credits: 3 semester credits. Description: This course will provide an introduction to systems and organizational theory in relation to congregations and

other church groups. It will explore issues in organizational and ministry development as well as strategies for systemic change.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: For more details, contact Rev. Dr. Emlyn Ott (eott@TLSohio.edu). Host Seminary: Trinity Lutheran Seminary (www.tlsohio.edu). Host Registrar: Lee Richards (lrichards@TLSohio.edu). RHS408 The Bible Unearthed? Archaeology in the Holy Land Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): TBA. Dates/Times: January 4-7 MTWR, January 11-14 MTWR 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Location: Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois. Credits: 3 semester credits. Description: What was the world in which the Ancient Israelites, our mothers and fathers in faith, have lived? And, what

was their faith in the God of Israel that emerged in this setting? What do we know about the Israelites’ everyday life, about the cities and about the landscape of Palestine/Israel? This course introduces the material remains of Israel based on archaeological studies and teaches how to describe and how to interpret the material remains from Palestine. This course also introduces to the scientific geological and climatological realities of Israel’s land. The course illuminates how archaeological results can effectively help to explain scripture by juxtaposing the material remains from antiquity to the texts of the Old Testament. It intends to answer the question: How can we describe faith at the time of the Old Testament in its original setting and what part did faith play in the life of Israel? The course seeks to enable participants to understand their Christian biblical heritage in light of the material remains in a way that is faithful to scripture, ecumenically sensitive and intellectually defensible. Students will develop the ability to think contextually about Old Testament texts in light of Ancient Levantine culture to relate their own spiritual life to the faith in Ancient Israel.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: TBA. Host Seminary: Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (www.lstc.edu). Host Registrar: Pat Bartley (pbartley@lstc.edu). SGN490 Faith, History and Finance:

The Spirituality of Business and the Business of Spirituality Category: On-Campus Courses. Instructor(s): Dr. Jon Pahl (jpahl@ltsp.edu) and Dr. T. L. Hill (tl.hill@temple.edu) Dates/Times: Jan 19–22, roughly 8:30 am–5:30 pm, plus an ongoing online project component. Location: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Credits: 1 unit. Description: Markets have spiritual implications for good and ill, and spiritual practices and conflicts shape markets for

better and worse. Congregational, social ministry, and other non-profit leaders increasingly draw inspiration from entrepreneurial models, and social entrepreneurs increasingly share with spiritual leaders a long-term focus on justice and sustainability. What are the historical and current best practices to foster flourishing and sustainable congregational and agency finance? Attention will be given to traditional sources of revenue, budgeting, development (e.g., philanthropy and grant-writing), and broader social trends. Students will engage in a practical project with deliverable outcome for a congregation or agency.

Cost: In addition to tuition, the student is responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. Notes: For details, contact Dr. Jon Pahl at jpahl@ltsp.edu. Host Seminary: Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (www.ltsp.edu). Host Registrar: René Diemer (registrar@ltsp.edu).