Lee University Catalog 2022-2023 [Archived Catalog]
School of Theology & Ministry Graduate Studies
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Terry L. Cross, Dean
Daniela Augustine, Director of Graduate Programs in Theology and Ministry
Purpose and Philosophy
The School of Religion offers two graduate degrees: the Master of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies, and the Master of Arts in Ministry Studies.
Academic rather than professional in nature, these Master of Arts degrees constitute an option to professional degrees for the student seeking advanced study in the discipline, preparing for work in the educational ministry of the church, and/or anticipating the research doctorate. This program is designed for the collegial engagement of peers whose concerns are constructive conversation and productive scholarship and whose goal is disciplinary competence. Predicated upon the conviction that rigorous academic inquiry both enhances and enables the participants, Lee University intends that the community of scholars engaging in this program be more serviceable to the kingdom of God in the world. Lee University welcomes all students who qualify for admission and subscribe to its stated goals and objectives.
The M.A. in Pentecostal/Charismatic Theology is offered at ETS (European Theological Seminary) in Kniebis, Germany (http://www.ets-kniebis.de/index.php/en/).
The M.A. in Bible and Theology is offered only at SEMISUD (Seminario Sudamericano) in Quito, Ecuador (http://www.semisud.edu.ec/). It is a combination of the Biblical Studies program and the Theological Studies program offered in a Latin American context.
Goals
Upon the completion of the M.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies degree, an individual should possess the following qualities, abilities, and skills:
1. Demonstrate graduate level research and writing skills in the area of biblical and theological studies.
2. Read biblical texts critically, utilizing sound scholarly methodologies.
3. Explain developments in the history of doctrine in connection with major theologians.
4. Develop an understanding of epistemological and/or ethical issues as they relate to religious commitments and communities.
5. Develop an appreciation for the Holy Spirit’s involvement in the pursuit of biblical and theological understanding.
6. Demonstrate an awareness of and capacity to engage with the major trends and schools of biblical scholarship.
7. Contribute creatively to the ongoing scholarly dialogue in biblical studies.
8. Demonstrate reading competency for a specified language in biblical research (Greek or Hebrew).
Upon the completion of the M.A. in Ministry Studies degree, an individual should possess the following qualities, abilities, and skills:
1. Demonstrate graduate level research and writing skills in the area of biblical and theological studies.
2. Read biblical texts critically, utilizing sound scholarly methodologies.
3. Explain developments in the history of doctrine in connection with major theologians.
4. Develop an understanding of epistemological and/or ethical issues as they relate to religious commitments and communities.
5. Develop an appreciation for the Holy Spirit’s involvement in the pursuit of biblical and theological understanding.
6. Engage with figures and movements from various ecclesial traditions with ecumenical sympathy.
7. Contribute creatively to the on-going theological dialogue.
8. Demonstrate reading competency for a specified language in biblical or theological research (Greek, German, or Latin).
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