Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
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 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 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 Talbot - Kyiv Extension Director: Dr. Mark Saucy
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. Talbot Graduate Student Awards The awards that follow are presented annually to qualified students on the basis of the criteria indicated: 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. The Walker Scholarship Award - To a seminary student with special interest and ability in the area of outreach; award established by the International Fisherman’s Club. The Alumni Award - Given by the Alumni Association to a continuing student who has demonstrated excellence and commitment in their seminary studies. The Marge Niquette Award in Bible Exposition - To the student in the seminary who has done outstanding work in the Department of Bible Exposition in the final year of training. The Audrey Talbot Award in Bible Exposition - To the student in the seminary who does the best work for the year in the Department of Bible Exposition. The Society of Professors of Christian Education Award - To a graduate student in Christian Education for outstanding academic achievement. The Society of Professors of Christian Education in Ph.D. or Ed.D. - To a graduate student in the doctoral Educational Studies program for outstanding academic achievement. The Baker Book Award in Christian Education - To a graduating senior who has distinguished himself or herself in the study of Christian Education. The Kenneth D. Archinal Award in Christian Education - To the outstanding second-year student in the Department of Christian Education. The Bill Bynum Memorial Scholarship Award - To a Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Education in Educational Studies student who does exemplary work in the study and practice of Christian Education. The Rev. and Mrs. David Doerksen Award in Missions - To the student in the seminary who does the best work for the year in the Department of Missions and Intercultural Studies. The Robin Finley Memorial Award in Missions - To a continuing graduate student preparing to serve on the mission field. The William W. Bass Memorial Scholarship Award - To a second or third-year student who has demonstrated a keen interest in Philosophy of Religion and/or Theology. The Zondervan Award in Biblical Hebrew - To an outstanding Talbot student for singular achievement in the study of Biblical Hebrew. The John and Jennie Solomon Award in Old Testament - To the student in the seminary who does the best work for the year in the Department of Semitics and Old Testament. The Zondervan Award in Greek - To an outstanding seminary student for excellence in the study of Greek.
School of Theology website at 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
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