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BL616 Christianity and Literature

A study of the biblical and theological motifs in selected literature by both classical and contemporary authors. Emphasis is on the use/study of such works in ministry settings, as well as their relevance for those involved in leadership roles in the church.

BL614 Hebrew Reading/Performance

Using memorization and movement as the primary tools of exegesis, students engage with one Old Testament narrative deeply for 14 weeks. This course builds on BL310 and BL311, deepening students’ engagement with the oral nature of the Hebrew Bible. Pass/fail, 1.5...

BL612 Greek Reading/Performance

Using memorization and movement as the primary tools of exegesis, students engage with one New Testament narrative deeply for 14 weeks. This course builds on BL300, BL301 deepening students’ engagement with the Bible. Pass/fail, 1.5 cr

BL551 Disability, Bible and the Pastoral Imagination

What do people with disabilities find when they try to find themselves in our biblical texts? This course addresses some of the issues, hermeneutical and pastoral, that people with disabilities encounter when reading the Bible. The class will read interpretative texts...