Talbot School of Theology
TTSF 517 - Hermeneutics and the Word in Spiritual Formation Training in biblical interpretation and its relevance to the process and goals of spiritual formation. Emphasis is given to analysis of written communication and language usage, general rules and specialized principles for the various biblical genre, and the place of the Word of God in Christian spiritual growth from a biblical, experiential and historical perspective. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Note(s): Required of all SF students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTSF 521 - Introduction to Christian Spirituality and Prayer An introductory study into the nature of spiritual formation and the various ways that Christians have sought to deepen their relationship with God, with special emphasis given to the nature and practice of prayer in the Church and the Christian life. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Note(s): Required of all SF students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. TTSF 524 - History and Theory of Christian Soul Care and Direction An introduction to the history and theory of spiritual soul care, mentoring and direction from a biblical, experiential and psychological perspective. Specific focus is on assisting others in deepening their relationship with God through increased sensitivity and responsiveness to the Holy Spirit’s presence and work in all areas of life (including the common and ordinary). Attention is also given to understanding the personal dynamics at work within and between the guide and directee and the role of spiritual guidance within the broader context of pastoral care and mentoring as well as in the more specific discipline of spiritual direction. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Note(s): Required of all SF students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2–3. TTSF 531 - History and Traditions of Christian Spirituality An exploration of spirituality through Church history. The course introduces the student to the various traditions of spirituality (contemplative, holiness, Word, charismatic, social reform etc.) and their historical-theoretical roots (Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Reformed, Lutheran etc.). Attention is given to appreciation, evaluation and critique. Various experiential projects are designed to facilitate understanding, appreciation and personal growth with respect to these traditions. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Note(s): Required of all SF M.A. students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTSF 532 - Developmental Spirituality and Contemplative Prayer An exploration of the various stages of growth involved in the believer’s journey, employing both experiential and biblical data. Particular focus is given to St. John of the Cross who developed perhaps the most elaborate and influential approach to understanding the work of the Spirit in various phases of the Christian’s life and how this relates to the relationship between discursive and contemplative prayer and meditation. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Note(s): Required of all SF students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2–3. TTSF 543 - Personal Foundations of Spirituality and Retreat This course focuses upon the importance of self-understanding for spiritual and emotional well-being as well as effective ministry to hurting people. It includes an investigation into the impact of personal and family history on theological outlook, emotional congruence, relational attractions and moral decisions. Several personal assessments as well as one or more therapy sessions are an integral part of this course and will require an additional fee. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Note(s): Required of all SF students. Fee: $40. Grade Mode: C. Credit(s): 1–3. TTSF 544 - Personality Development and Psychopathology An overview of personality development and the major forms of psychopathology from a depth psychological perspective (psychodynamic and existential). This course provides a framework for understanding the dynamics inherent in personality development and distortions of that development under the influence of sin. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Note(s): Required of all SF M.A. and M.Div. students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
TTSF 577 - Soul Care Pre-practicum I and Professional Ethics The first of a two-course sequence which facilitates development of empathic listening, interpersonal skills and basic spiritual guidance techniques that form the basis of effective spiritual direction. Attention is also given to the development of discernment in order to cooperate with the Holy Spirit in His ministry. Provides a beginning framework for understanding issues in professional ethics. Emphasizes a small, interactive group format for the development of skills. Prerequisite(s): Student must have completed at least 9 credits in order to enroll in Pre-practicum I, included in which are TTSF 521 and TTSF 543. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Note(s): For M.Div. and M.A. Soul Care students only. A passing grade for this course is B or better. In addition, students will be evaluated to determine whether they will advance to Pre-practicum II, repeat Pre-practicum I, take an SF elective (for M.Div. students) or have the option to transfer to the M.A. Concentration program (for M.A. Soul Care students). Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2–3. TTSF 578 - Soul Care Pre-practicum II and Professional Referral The second of a two-course sequence which facilitates development of empathic listening, interpersonal skills and basic spiritual guidance techniques. Direct observation and taping of the student’s first clinical spiritual direction practicum in the university’s Center for Spiritual Renewal provide a supervised introduction to the spiritual direction process. It also educates students to recognize more severe disorders that require psychological or psychiatric referral. Prerequisite(s): TTSF 577. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Note(s): A passing grade for this course is “B” or better. In addition, students will be evaluated to determine if they will advance to Practicum I, repeat Prepracticum course(s), transfer to TTPT 791/792 Field Internship (for M.Div. Students) or have the option to transfer to the M.A. Concentration program (for M.A. Soul Care students). Course should be taken concurrently with or subsequent to TTSF 524. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTSF 585 - Personal Spiritual Direction Students experience their own spiritual direction for the purpose of deepening their self awareness and relationship with God and implicit training in doing direction with others. The student is encouraged to be open and honest with the spiritual guide, hiding nothing regarding one’s relationship with God and, within reason, attending to the direction of the guide. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Note(s): Required of all SF students each semester enrolled. Grade Mode: C. Credit(s): 0. TTSF 602 - Prayer and Formation in Expository Preaching Theoretical and experiential integration of prayer and spiritual formation into the experience of sermon preparation and preaching. Focus will be on personal prayer and preparation of the heart in sermon preparation and in understanding and relating to the spiritual dynamics of the audience in listening and responding to the Word. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Note(s): A directed study offered by ISF faculty and taken concurrent with TTPT 609 Expository Preaching. Required for M.Div. students only. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. TTSF 621 - Spiritual Formation and Theology Seminar Yearly seminars are offered under this course designation which explores spiritual formation as well as the theological nature, scope and means of spiritual formation. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Note(s): Required of all SF M.A. students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. TTSF 623 - Contemplative Spirituality and Prayer This course encourages personal awareness and sensitivity to the indwelling ministry of the Holy Spirit. Particular emphasis is upon growing in faith as understood in the Bible and the contemplative tradition by attending, listening and openness to the truth of oneself and God as revealed by the Spirit inwardly. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTSF 625 - Theology of Human Nature A theological, philosophical, psychological and experiential investigation into human nature as it relates to understanding spiritual formation in the life of the believer and the Church. The goal is to lay certain biblical and true groundwork for understanding the nature of the person in the Spirit as it relates to sin, salvation, spiritual formation and discipleship. Restriction(s): Institute for Spiritual Formation program course; open to students in Spiritual Formation academic programs only. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
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