Join us at Drew Theological School this summer for a series of outstanding and exciting courses with prominent faculty and guest instructors. These courses are open to all laity, clergy and alumni. These educational ventures, offered for non-academic credit through the Center for Lifelong Learning, bring people from every walk of life into Drew classrooms to learn, explore, study, and ponder great questions from a religious and theological perspective.
(Note: If you are interested in receiving academic credit at the full tuition rate, contact the Theological Admissions Office at 973-408-3109, to enroll as a Theological Visitor.)
To enroll:
For clergy, laity, and lifelong learners who are not already enrolled as Community Fellows: Complete the Online Non-Degree Application, and specify in the “Reasons and Goals” section the course or courses in which you are interested. No transcripts, letters of recommendation, or interviews are required.
For existing Community Fellows: Complete the Community Fellows Course Registration Form and mail with your payment, as indicated on the form.
Cost: $150 per 15-hour course; $300 per 30-hour course, as specified below for each course
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): CEUs may be earned for each of these courses at an additional cost, as specified below for each course, at a cost of $35/CEU. If you would like CEUs, please contact Nancy VanderVeen, Director of Lifelong Learning, at nvanderveen@drew.edu or 973-408-3084.
Questions?: Contact Nancy VanderVeen at nvanderveen@drew.edu or 973-408-3084.
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“Topics in Pastoral Theology: Fundamentals of Church Management“
Course #: 40169 – PSTH 634-001
Instructor: Rev. Dr. Neill Tolboom
Dates: Tuesday and Thursday, June 18 – July 25, 2013
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Room: Seminary Hall, Room 205
Cost: $300
CEUs: 3 CEUS are available for an additional cost of $105
Description: This course offers management tools for individuals who will be taking leadership roles in religious organizations. The course presents current research-based management methods for enhanced learning in a wide range of organizational issues including human resources, basic accounting, litigation, fiscal responsibility, innovation, strategy, organizational structure, and facility management. Participants will learn how management skills intertwine with theological skills to enhance the building of God’s Kingdom on earth.
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Two courses with Bishop John Shelby Spong:
He will offer two courses, 1.5 credits each, that can be taken on their own or as a complementary pair of courses:
WEEK 1: “The Role of the Synagogue in Shaping the Synoptic Gospels”
Course #: 40090 – BBST 679-001
Dates: Monday – Friday, June 3 -7, 2013
Time: 9:00am – 12:30pm
Room: Seminary Hall, Room 101
Cost: $150
CEUs: 1.5 CEUS are available for an additional cost of $52.50
Description: The first three gospels to be written – Mark, Matthew and Luke – reflect far more than we have realized in the past the life and influence of the synagogue. In this one week course on these three synoptic gospels, we will explore this relationship and identify such Hebrew heroes as Joseph, Moses, Elijah, Samuel and the Jewish prophets in the background of these gospels. We will examine the miracles, the entry and exit stories and learn how to read the gospels with Jewish eyes.WEEK 2: “The Fourth Gospel: Tales of a Jewish Mystic”
Course#: 40093 – BBST 679-002
Dates: Monday – Friday, June 10 -14, 2013
Time: 9:00am – 12:30pm
Room: Seminary Hall, Room 101
Cost: $150
CEUs: 1.5 CEUS are available for an additional cost of $52.50
Description: The Fourth Gospel is radically different from the earlier three. It has no birth story, no temptation story, no transfiguration, no sermon on the mount and no parables. The miracles have been turned into “signs.” Incredible claims are made for Jesus: “The father and I are one,” “The word became flesh and dwelt among us,” and the holy name of God “I AM” is placed constantly onto Jesus’ lips. Yet this gospel sees the crucifixion, not the resurrection, as its climax, and through a cast of characters not mentioned in any other gospel, John tells the Jesus story as a transforming experience. This class will carry its participants deep into the mind of this author who was both deeply Jewish and deeply mystical to discover an understanding of Jesus that is modern, different and compelling. -
“Topics in Pastoral Theology and Postmodern Ministry: Digital Ministry”
Course #: 40105 – DMIN 950-003
Instructor: Dr. Paul Moon
Dates: Monday – Friday, July 29 – August 2, 2013
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm, and 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Room: Seminary Hall, Room 214
Cost: $300
CEUs: 3 CEUS are available for an additional cost of $105
Description: In the technological world we live in today, culture, skills, information, knowledge, and even wisdom no longer flow in one direction – from older generation to younger generation or from creators of culture to users of culture. Instead, they come into being by anyone, often unidentified mass, and move through multi-layered, multi-directed channels of communication. Modern technology is at the heart of the process that is transforming the world at large in such ways. Digital ministry is thus no longer for a certain generation or a certain community; it has become an essential part of ministry for any congregation, of any age, in any culture. In such a context, this course combines different types of teaching methods, including lectures, presentations and seminars, to inform and guide the students to engage themselves in digital ministry in the ways that can influence and develop preaching, worship, spiritual care, spiritual formation, prayer, evangelism and congregational management through effective use of modern technology. In addition to learning through the instructors’ teaching materials, the students will be able to learn how others have incorporated digital ministry tools in innovative ways to meet adaptive challenges from the contemporary culture that is saturated with technology and is constantly transforming. Students will also be exposed to other pastors in parish ministry who are seeking to incorporate digital ministry into their daily practices in communities of faith in digital culture. -
”Sabbath as a Spiritual Practice”
Course #: 40089 – PSTH 585-001
Instructor: Dr. Lynne Westfield
Dates: Tuesday – Saturday, May 28 – June 1
Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Location: Stella Maris Retreat Center, 981 Ocean Ave., Long Branch, NJ
Cost: $550 ($300 for the course plus additional Fee of $250 per student for room and board)
CEUs: 3 CEUS are available for an additional cost of $105
Description: The notion of “Sabbath” is an ancient one that centers on the necessity of rest for wholeness and healing. Church leaders who are intentional and conscientious about the spiritual journey must include care for body, mind, and spirit. At times, this care is “Sabbath rest.” This course, in the context of a resort, cruise ship, or retreat center, will focus on assisting leaders and scholars in incorporating practices of Sabbath into their wellness regimen. -
”Topics in Worship and Liturgy: “An Artist Searches for Peace and Finds Christ in the Arts” with Christian Artist, He Qi
Course #: 40103 – DMIN 963-001
Instructor: Dr. Heather Murray Elkins, with Guest Instructor, He Qi
Dates: Monday – Friday, July 29 – August 2
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Room: Seminary Hall, Room 205
Cost: $300
CEUs: 3 CEUS are available for an additional cost of $105
Description: This seminar/practicum is devoted to the study of theology and Christian art as expressed in the work of He Qi, an artist committed to the creation of modern Chinese Christian Art since 1983, whose works have been received and exhibited globally. The course will includes lectures on the process of creation, discussions of the doctrine of Incarnation, and readings on Chinese Christian art history. Students will go on a pilgrimage on Friday to explore holy human places and spaces. The travel costs are the responsibility of enrolled students.