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This course explores the theology of early British Methodism through their Hymns and Poetry with a focus on the lyrics of Charles Wesley. Students will critique the theological function of lyrics by a close reading of the theological content of hymns and theological poetry. Students will use these skills to evaluate how poetry can be used to describe specific doctrines.

From Epworth through the 21st century, the Methodist movement has never been without women serving in various leadership capacities. Examining the lives of women who helped spearhead Methodism in Britain, Ireland, America, Argentina, and beyond, this course will investigate the conditions, both resistant and permissive, in which women have co-labored as laity, deaconess, and ordained ministers.