As we wrap up the lamentable year that was 2020, there are hopeful things to look forward to in 2021. One of those things is the wonderful slate of in-person, course offerings for the Spring 2021 term across all the campuses of Reformed Theological Seminary.
That’s right, we are pressing on with in-person, residential education. While our traditional slate of distance education offerings classes will continue to be available, and while we are offering some remote live courses, the bulk of our courses this Spring will be face-to-face.
Online registration was opened on Dec 1st and classes have filled up quickly (some classes are capped due to COVID). So if you are looking to take a course this Spring, you will want to go ahead and register as soon as possible.
Of course, there are some folks out there considering taking a class, but don’t feel up to doing a whole degree program. For that reason, know that we just unveiled a slate of new certificates in biblical studies, systematic theology, biblical counseling and beyond. Each certificate requires only 8-13 hours of course credit.
Here is the full schedule of course offerings across all of our campuses. For the Charlotte campus, here are some notables:
Puritan Theology – 2.00 Hours
This course is designed to be an introduction to Puritan theology in its historical context. It includes an analysis of the theological contributions, cultural impact, and literary output of leading Puritan theologians.
03HT6300/01
Dr. Derek W. H. Thomas
Thursday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
February 2 – May 10
Typical Problems in Christian Counseling – 3.00 Hours
This course emphasizes the process of change for counselees in the context of specific topics in biblical counseling. Topics addressed include addictions, abuse, eating disorders, crisis situations, decision making, finances, self-injury, etc. Special attention will be given to the necessary qualities and qualifications for counselors as they seek to be God’s agents for help.
03CO5100/01
Dr. Jim Newheiser
Dr. Nathanael J. Brooks
Thursday 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
February 2 – May 10
ST:Christology, Soteriology, Eschatology – 3.00 Hours
This course explores biblical doctrine from a systematic perspective. Topics include Christology, Soteriology, and Eschatology.
03ST5200/01
Dr. Kevin L. DeYoung
Wednesday 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
February 2 – May 10
Christ, Culture, and Contextualization – 2.00 Hours
This course will explore a biblical theology of culture from a Reformed perspective, evaluate different models for Christian cultural engagement, and develop a biblical perspective on the principles and practice of contextualization. Attention will be given to the application of cultural analysis and contextualization in church ministry.
03ST5600/01
Dr. James Anderson
Friday 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
February 2 – May 10
Trinitarian Theology – 2.00 Hours
The biblical foundations and the ecclesiastical creedal formulations of Trinitarian theology are examined, as well as related developments in the history of thought— ancient, medieval, and modern.
03ST6100/01
Dr. D. Blair Smith
Wednesday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
February 2 – May 10
This is just a sampling. There are many more Charlotte courses coming up. Hope to see you on the campus in 2021!