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Talbot School of Theology

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 theTalbot School of Theology website at talbot.edu Special Programs - Non-Credit KoreanTalbot 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 (2) hours each week for five (5) 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. TalbotWives 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. Talbot Graduate Student Awards The awards that follow are presented annually to qualified students on the basis of the criteria indicated: The Inez Gooden Memorial Scholarship Award – To a student who is dedicated to serving our Lord Jesus Christ and who has become distinguished as a member of the seminary community. David Charles Dunn Memorial Scholarship – To a student who, in God’s strength, has overcome challenges to enroll in Talbot School of Theology. The Gordon Johnson Scholarship Award – To a seminary student performing well academically in one of the Bible related fields. TheWalker Scholarship Award – To a seminary student with special interest and ability in the area of outreach; award established by the International Fisherman’s Club.

Talbot - Israel Study Program Held during Interterm of even-numbered years, this is a for-credit study program in Israel with an additional excursion to biblically significant sites such as Mt. Sinai. Students have opportunities to see and experience the geographical (and to some extent, the cultural) context of the Old Testament and especially the Gospels. Offered during alternate years with the Talbot Turkey/Greece/ Rome Program, the Talbot Israel Study Program is a block course consisting of a preparatory Fall semester class and Interterm travel abroad. The cost of the course includes 4 course credits, airfare, all breakfasts and dinners, housing and tips. Talbot–Turkey/Greece/Rome Study Program Held during Interterm of odd-numbered years, this is a for-credit study program in Turkey, Greece, and Rome. While Talbot Israel studies the Old Testament and Gospels, this program examines the archaeological, historical and geographical background to Acts, the Epistles and Revelation. Students visit Antioch and Tarsus as well as all mainland sites visited by Paul on his First, Second and Third Missionary Journeys. Students also visit the seven cities of the churches of Revelation and other sites. Offered during alternate years with the Talbot Israel Program, the Talbot Turkey/Greece/Rome Study Program is a block course consisting of a preparatory Fall semester class and Interterm travel abroad. The cost of the course includes 4 course credits, airfare, all breakfasts and most dinners, housing and tips. Talbot - Charles L. Feinberg Center for Messianic Jewish Studies Director: Dr. Gregory Hagg The Charles L. Feinberg Center for Messianic Jewish Studies offers a Master of Divinity in Messianic Jewish Studies in partnership between Chosen People Ministries and Talbot School of Theology. The program is designed to train men and women called to Jewish ministry as outreach workers, congregational leaders, or educators. Emphasis is on the study 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 NewYork 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 NewYork. 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 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

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