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Realizing that the medium of film has become the principal mass vehicle for the transmission of philosophical and theological ideas, this course will study a variety of films with the intent to identify ontological, epistemological, and ethical presentations of both Christian and non-Christian world views. Prerequisite: PHL-180.

A study of the major events, personalities, and issues of church history from the Apostolic Age to Luther. Special attention is given to the teachings of the church fathers and the Protestant reformers. Open to juniors and seniors.

A study of the major events, personalities, and issues of church history from the Protestant Reformation to present times. Special attention is given to American church history and contemporary trends. Open to juniors and seniors. Prerequisite: REL-331.

This course will expose the student to a myriad of potential sports ministry models. It will also explore the nature and dynamics of quality sports ministry in various settings with a view to equip students to create, expand, and sustain effective sport ministries.

This course will explore the theoretical foundations and practical methods of evangelism and discipleship in a sports ministry context. It will equip students to practical personal evangelism/discipleship as well as plan and execute evangelistic and spiritually formative sports ministries.

This course explores tenets of the Christian faith as it relates to health, healing, and care ministry. It is designed to assist students in developing a theological framework for integrating their understanding of the nature of God; the nature of spiritual forces; the problem of suffering; and the hope and meaning of health, wholeness, and maturity. Selected experiential or virtual learning will be included in this course. Prerequisite: REL-232 or REL-233

Each student will be involved in practical experience in a local church, providing that student with a "laboratory" for the application of principles taught in other classes. Some will serve student pastorates with congregational observers assisting the instructor, and others will serve under the supervision of an experienced pastor. Open to juniors and seniors.

Each student will be involved in practical experience in a local church, providing that student with a "laboratory" for the application of principles taught in other classes. Some will serve student pastorates with congregational observers assisting the instructor, and others will serve under the supervision of an experienced pastor. Open to juniors and seniors. Prerequisite: REL-361.

Each student will be involved in practical experience in a local church, providing that student with a "laboratory" for the application of principles taught in other classes. Some will serve student pastorates with congregational observers assisting the instructor, and others will serve under the supervision of an experienced pastor. Open to juniors and seniors. Prerequisite: REL-362.

This course provides an overview of the global expansion of Christianity from apostolic times to the present day. This is accomplished by focusing on core elements and prominent characteristics of Christian faith and practices, featuring key persons that have contributed to spreading Christianity around the world, and promoting reflection regarding how it is contextualized in each place and time.

This course provides an overview of the global expansion of Christianity from apostolic times to the present day. This is accomplished by focusing on core elements and prominent characteristics of Christian faith and practices, featuring key persons that

Students will work under a faculty mentor in their major and in cooperation with an Honors College advisor, producing a research thesis or creative project.