FIRST MODULE, April 14—May 2
ASIAN RELIGIONS II
Lee San Young, Ph.D.
Studies the structures and practices of the great religions of humanity in historical and anthro-pological perspective. Focuses on Hinduism and Taoism. Dr. Lee is Visiting Professor of Religion, APNTS. Meets 8:00 – 12 noon.
CHILD, CHURCH AND MISSION
Daniel Brewster, D.Min.
This course provides an overview of holistic child development, the Biblical foundations for children’s ministries, the work of child devel-opment, the roles and responsibilities of the church in caring for needy children, and the place of children’s ministries as strategies and resources for missions. Dr. Brewster teaches at Ma-laysia Baptist Theological Seminary. Meets 8:00 – 12 noon.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN HOLISTIC CHILD DEVELOPMENT
In partnership with Compassion International and Nazarene Compassionate Ministries, APNTS is beginning a Graduate Certificate in Holistic Child Development. This 18-unit pro-gram begins with three courses this summer, followed by a Practicum, and two additional courses in the Summer 2009.
SECOND MODULE, May 5—May 23
THE CORINTHIAN CORRESPONDENCE
David Ackerman, Ph.D.
Provides an exegetical study of First and Second Corinthians. Gives attention to the problems and distinctive teachines of the Epistles. Dr. Ackerman is Professor of New Testament at APNTS. Meets 8:00 – 12 noon.
THE HOLISTIC NURTURE OF CHILDREN
Nativity Petallar, Th.D.
This course focuses on the development of chil-dren and the primary role of parents as caregivers, responsible for the teaching and nurturing of chil-dren. The course also includes the role of teachers, community developers, compassion workers and others in the care and nurturing of children. The course enables adults to nurture the God-ward sensitivities of children. Dr. Petallar is Adjunct Pro-fessor of Christian Education, APNTS. Meets 1:30 – 5:30 p.m.
THIRD MODULE, May 26—June 13
SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY III: THE SPIRIT AND THE CHURCH
Phil LaFountain, Ph.D.
Studies the historical development of the under-standing of the person of the Holy Spirit. Interprets the Christian experience of the Spirit, and the nature of the Church – its worship and sacraments. Dr. LaFountain is Professor of Religion and Philosophy, Eastern Nazarene College, Quincy, Massachusetts. Meets 8:00– 12.
EXPOSITORY PREACHING
Stephanus Hartoyo, D.Min., Th.D.
Studies the development of biblical sermons, includ-ing analysis of the hermeneutical method used to move from the passage to the sermon. Considers the theological motif and the ramifications of the pas-sage and how they are developed in the sermon. Dr. Hartoyo pastors the Philadelphia Church of the Nazarene in Yogyakarta, and is National Superintendent of the Church of the Nazarene in Indonesia. Meets 8:00 – 12.
THE CHILD IN CHANGING CONTEXTS AND CULTURES
Robert Donahue, D. Min., D.Miss.
This course examines variables that influence the way children are seen, treated, listened to, and taught as they grow up in historical contemporary societies and cultures. It draws from socio-cultural, psycho-logical, philosophical, curricular, historical, and theo-logical perspectives and foundations. Dr. Donahue is Professor of Missions and directs the Donald Owens School of World Mission, APNTS. Meets 8:00 – 12 noon.
PRACTICUM
PRACTICUM IN HOLISTIC CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Dr. Nativity Petellar & Mr. Dan Balayo
After taking three modules, students will return to their places of service for practicum. The focus of the practicum is for the students to engage in active and relevant ministry for children towards immediate life applications. Students shall participate in an aver-age of six hours of ministry per week for a period of two months (48 hours) of actual concrete encounters and service work with children. Written reports and other reading requirements provide a balance be-tween theory and praxis. During the practicum, stu-dents demonstrate skills to show their competence based on God’s mission for children, their under-standing, and personal goals in ministering with chil-dren.
Students are to attend the orientation scheduled by the instructors during the summer modules. Re-quirements and specific matters concerning the prac-ticum will be discussed there. Students are to submit written reports and video on specific ministry on- line.
Dr. Petallar is Adjunct Professor of Christian Education, APNTS. Mr. Balayo directs Child Sponsorship under Nazarene Compassionate Ministries for the Asia-Pacific Region.
INFORMATION
1. FEES – Tuition = P2,250 ($55) per course. Registration & Library fee = P1,800 ($45) for the summer.
2. COURSES — Each subject carries three credits. All are graduate level. Students take one course per module.
3. LODGING AND FOOD – A limited number of accommodations are available on campus. Dormitory rooms are P2,500.00 per month. Cost for eating lunch in the din-ing hall is about P60 per meal.
4. QUALIFICATIONS – Prospective students must go through normal applica-tion procedures. An application form, tran-scripts and recommendations are required. Graduate credit is offered to college gradu-ates who apply to and are accepted as stu-dents of APNTS. In some cases, courses may be offered for undergraduate credit and for audit.
5. REGISTRATION – Interested persons should file their application forms and tran-scripts with the Registrar prior to the begin-ning of course work. Pre-registration is March 4-7, and final registration the after-noon of April 14. Contact the office of the Registrar for further information.
Our Mission
APNTS, a graduate school in the Wesleyan tradition, prepares men and
women for Christ-like leadership and excellence in ministries.
Our Vision
Bridging cultures for Christ, APNTS equips each new generation of
leaders to disseminate the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout Asia, the
Pacific, and the world.
ASIA PACIFIC NAZARENE THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
Ortigas Avenue Extension
Taytay, Rizal 1920
Tel. 284-3741, ext. 1108
FAX 658-4510
e-mail: Registrar: hcaparas@apnts.org or apnts@apnts.org