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Courses Course Descriptions • Bible Exposition (TTBE) (p. 403) • Christian Education (TTCE) (p. 405) • Christian Ministry and Leadership (TTPT) (p. 408) • Educational Studies (TTDE) (p. 413) • Ministry (TTMN) (p. 417) • Missions and Intercultural Studies for Talbot (p. 424) • New Testament Language and Literature (TTNT) (p. 425) • Old Testament and Semitics (TTOT) (p. 429) • Philosophy (TTPH) (p. 432) • Research and Writing: Special Studies (TTSS) (p. 434) • Research Languages (TTRL) (p. 434) • Spiritual Formation (TTSF) (p. 434) • Theological Studies Digital Courses (TTTS) (p. 440) • Theology: Historical (TTHT) (p. 445) • Theology: Philosophical and Moral (TTPM) (p. 447) • Theology: Systematic (TTTH) (p. 447) • Thesis (TTHE) (p. 451) Biblical and Theological Studies Certificate Mission The mission of the Certificate in Biblical and Theological Studies is to deepen knowledge of God and his Word within those who have not yet determined to enter a full seminary degree program but, nevertheless, wish to grow in their ability to minister to others. Program Description The Certificate in Biblical and Theological Studies is ideal for church lay leaders, church elders, and formerly untrained ministers for whom a full degree is too costly in terms of time or money. The Certificate in Biblical and Theological Studies provides a foundational theological education while allowing the student to complete some elective coursework to help address specific ministry needs. This certificate consists of six courses most of which can be completed in an online/hybrid format (hybrid courses are a combination of online and in-person interaction). Those wanting to see if a full seminary degree is for them can use this certificate as a "trial run." Certificate coursework may later be applied toward a Master of Divinity or Master of Arts degree.
of biblical languages, Hebrew and Greek exegesis, and rabbinic texts. In addition, students gain a deeper understanding of Jewish religion, culture, sociology, and history, as well as spiritual formation, apologetics, and pastoral care and counseling. Coursework is completed during the fall, Interterm (January) and Spring semesters in New York City (the center of Jewish culture in America). Summer courses are held at Talbot's main campus in Southern California. A Certificate Program in Messianic Jewish Studies is also offered in New York. For additional information, please review the M.Div. in Messianic Jewish Studies section in this catalog, or go to the Talbot School of Theology website at talbot.edu (http://www.talbot.edu). Talbot - Kyiv Extension Director: Dr. Mark Saucy Talbot School of Theology in cooperation with Kyiv Theological Seminary (KTS), Kyiv, Ukraine offers a Master of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies/Diversified in Ukraine. The vision of the program is to serve the needs of Eastern European and Russian evangelical churches for well-trained leadership in church planting and existing churches by providing discerning, evangelical biblical and theological scholarship and instruction. The extension assists churches, mission agencies, and other evangelical organizations in Eastern Europe, Europe, and Eurasia in training and retaining ministry leaders in the region by offering an accredited theological education. The degree program is offered on the Kyiv Theological Seminary campus in Kyiv, Ukraine. Faculty from KTS, Talbot, and other institutions in Europe and America provide a high level of theological education in an extension program that is fully accredited by The Association of Theological Schools. For additional information, contact Dr. Mark Saucy or go to the Talbot School of Theology website at talbot.edu (http://talbot.edu). Special Programs: Non-Credit Korean Talbot Institute for Biblical Studies (KTIBS) Director: Dr. Victor Rhee The Korean Talbot Institute for Biblical Studies (KTIBS) offers a wide range of non-credit biblical, theological and ministry skills study courses on Talbot's La Mirada campus. Its purpose is to equip believers with biblical/theological foundations essential for their spiritual growth and teaching God's Word in their local churches. It is the goal of KTIBS to assist churches effectively to be the church in an environment that is essentially hostile to the message of God's truth. Courses meet two hours each week for five weeks. Three different levels of certificates are awarded to students who have successfully completed the required courses. Courses are taught primarily in Korean. A current schedule of courses being offered may be obtained through the office of the KTIBS director on campus. Talbot Wives Fellowship Talbot Wives Fellowship provides an opportunity for wives of seminary students to deepen their relationship with God, establish meaningful friendships, and prepare to share ministry alongside their husbands. The weekly Tuesday evening meeting includes participation in prayer groups led by faculty wife mentors, instruction in practical ministry skills, and the exploration of spiritual truths through the insightful teaching of Talbot faculty and guest speakers. Husbands are occasionally included in meetings or social gatherings, and all events are designed to support our seminary families and enhance the Talbot community.
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