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COLUMBIA THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY

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DECATUR, GEORGIA 30031-0520

March 1985

Juliette J. Harper, Editor

Nonprofit Organization

U.S. postage paid

at Decatur, Georgia 30031-0520

Columbia Theological Seminary, a seminary of the Presbyterian Church, (U.S.A.),
owned by the Synods of Florida, Mid-South and Southeast and controlled through a
Board of Directors. It is an accredited member of the Association of Theological
Schools and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

TABLE OF

Purpose, Commitments, and History

Admissions Information

Academic Information

Curriculum

Course Requirements

Courses of Instruction

Academic Notes

General Education Information

Continuing Education

Student Information

Housing

Financial Assistance

Student Organizations

CONTENTS

CTS Its Support

Scholarship Funds
Memorial Funds and

Foundations
Endowment and Teaching
Special Fellowship and

Endowment Funds

Ways of Giving
Board of Directors
Administration
Faculty

Roll of Students
Calendar
Directory for Correspondence

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WELCOME TO COLUMBIA SEMINARY

"Tell me about Columbia!" We often hear and respond to that question.
To be honest, it isn't easy to do in words. The best way to know the answer
is to spend time with students, faculty and graduates.

We do hope, however, that something of the quality of life and commit-
ment here at Columbia is reflected in this catalogue. We have a serious and
realistic commitment to excellence in theological education. The mission of
the work of Columbia is clear: to prepare good ministers of Jesus Christ, to
nurture through lifelong learning those already serving, and to be a theological
resource center for the Church.

These are challenging and exciting days for the Seminary. With an excellent
faculty, a large enrollment, and a challenging curriculum, we look toward the
end of the decade of the 80's with hope and expectancy.

Columbia Seminary serves in the faith that we go forward in the strength
of God.

Let us know what questions or suggestions you may have for Columbia
Seminary.

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J. Davison Philips
President

COLUMBIA SEMINARY The History

Columbia refers to the first permanent location of the seminary in Colum-
bia, South Carolina, in 1828 a principal cultural, intellectual, and population
center of the Southeast.

The first idea of a theological school for the South was planted by the
Presbytery of Hopewell (Georgia) as early as 1817, but it was not until 1824
that a constitution for "The Classical, Scientific, and Theological Institution
of the South" was adopted by the Presbytery of South Carolina, and the
members of the presbytery were authorized to act as the Board of Trustees
for that institution.

In 1827, the Board recommended to the Synod that the constitution be
altered to make the institution solely a theological seminary. (There had been
great opposition to the proposed literary department being in competition with
the College of South Carolina.) The official name of the seminary became
The Theological Seminary of the Synod of South Carolina and Georgia; it
soon became known as Columbia Theological Seminary a name which was
accepted as permanent in 1925. The revised constitution was adopted by Synod
in 1828, and it was resolved to get the seminary into operation immediately.

The Reverend Thomas Goulding, pastor of the Presbyterian Church in
Lexington, Georgia, was elected the first Professor of Theology in December
of 1828, and he gathered five students for instruction in the manse. Following
completion of arrangements in Columbia, they moved to a campus there in
January of 1830.

That same year, the Reverend George Howe, a New Englander, was elected
by the synod as instructor in languages. The following year he became Pro-
fessor of Biblical Literature, and, shortly, librarian, overseeing the growth of
the seminary's library from the original 300 books collected by the presbyteries
in 1829 to more than 3,000 by 1836. Dr. Howe also organized the first cur-
riculum for the seminary, apparently modeling it after those of the Princeton
Seminary and Andover Theological Seminary. He served nearly fifty years
until his death in 1883.

In 1857, the Synod of Alabama established the adoption of the seminary
as "our own, placing its name among those of the institutions which we call
'ours,' and which we are to cherish and care for, support, help, and encourage
as our own." Florida (as part of the Synod of South Georgia and Florida)
joined in 1884, with Mississippi completing the five-synod structure in 1925.

Among the buildings on the Columbia campus was the little chapel
formerly a carriage house where Woodrow Wilson was to be "reborn for
eternity," and where the Presbyterian, U. S. Book of Church Order was
written.

By the 1920s, the population of the Southeast and of Presbyterians in
the area was shifting, and the centers of influence were moving with it.
Atlanta had been a transportation center since the 1880s, and so was devel-
oping as a commercial, industrial, educational and cultural center, also. Cer-

tain Atlanta Presbyterians and leaders of the seminary were convinced of the
city's leadership of the New South and its advantages for the seminary and
of the seminary for the city. In 1924, the Board of Directors agreed (after two
previous refusals in 1887 and 1904), and the decision was made to move to
Atlanta, if a campaign for the new facilities and endowment could be suc-
cessfully completed in the Synod of Georgia. Launched in 1925, the campaign
had a goal of $500,000 which was promptly subscribed. In that success the
cooperation of the city's 14,193 Presbyterians in the seventy-four churches
played the determining part.

The move of the Seminary from Columbia, South Carolina, to Decatur,
Georgia, was guided by Richard T. Gillespie who served as President from
1925 to 1930. He provided the leadership which led to the erection of the new
facilities.

In 1927, the seminary transferred its Columbia traditions and ministry, its
students and faculty, and its books and equipment to a fifty-seven acre De-
catur, Georgia, site on the outskirts of Atlanta, joining Candler School of
Theology and another eleven of the current twenty-three institutions of higher
education in the greater Atlanta area.

The early years in Decatur were difficult ones for Columbia. For a time,
especially with the coming of the Great Depression, the future of the insti-
tution seemed uncertain. In 1932, however, Dr. J. McDowell Richards was
elected president. Under his able leadership, the seminary experienced its
greatest growth. The endowment was increased by over five million dollars.
The present Library, Georgia Hall, Florida Hall, three student apartment
buildings, and thirteen faculty homes were built. The faculty was increased
from six to twenty-one full-time members and the student body quadrupled.
Following President Richards' retirement, Dr. C. Benton Kline served as pres-
ident until 1975 when he resigned to return to active teaching. Dr. J. Davison
Philips, pastor of the Decatur Presbyterian Church, assumed the presidency
on January 1, 1976.

Until June 1983 Columbia Seminary was an instrument of the Presbyterian
Church, U.S., but with special relationship to the Synods of Florida, Mid-
South and Southeast, by whom it is owned and controlled. The Plan of Gov-
ernment, under which the seminary operates, defines the rights and respon-
sibilities of both the Seminary and the Synods. In addition, there is a Covenant
between Columbia Seminary and the Synod of the Mid-South further defining
a strong and mutually supportive relationship: in which the seminary is com-
mitted to Biblical Authority, Doctrinal Fidelity and Ecclesiastical Loyalty (see
below for details) in degree programs, continuing education events and as a
theological resource center, while the mission of the Synod is to inform, stim-
ulate, coordinate and channel the commitments of Presbyterians within its
bounds and to encourage their more active involvement in all the many expres-
sions of the Church's traditional concern for educational quality and
wholeness.

In June 1983 Columbia became a seminary in the reunited Presbyterian
Church (U.S.A.).

PURPOSE

Columbia Theological Seminary is an instrument of the Church, and its
purpose and programs are formed in relation to the mission of the Church.
Since the work of the Church is dependent in large degree upon its leaders,
the seminary is a graduate professional school engaged in preparing men and
women for Church leadership. As such it is an educational institution, pre-
paring persons for encounter with the intellectual problems of our world in
such a way that they will be worthy of the respect of those to whom they
witness. At the same time, it is also a professional school and, thus, focuses
on the competencies and skills necessary to the practice of ministry. In each
dimension of its life, the seminary seeks to facilitate the personal growth of
students, and thereby to deepen their love for Christ, to encourage them in
spiritual maturity and to inspire them with a zeal for service.

COLUMBIA'S COMMITMENTS

Three basic commitments have marked and continue to mark Columbia
Seminary's program.

The first commitment is to Biblical authority. Faculty members all affirm
that the Bible is the word of God, the only infallible rule of faith and practice.
All our teaching and ministry grows out of this commitment. So we require
serious study of the Old and New Testaments in the Hebrew and Greek.
Theology and ethics are based on the Biblical ground. Student's preaching is
measured by its faithfulness to the Biblical text. Our constant appeal is to the
Scripture as it is attested to be the word of God by the inward witness of the
Holy Spirit.

The second commitment is to doctrinal fidelity. All regular faculty mem-
bers are ordained officers in the Presbyterian Church. Students study the
major creeds and confessions of the Reformed tradition. The fundamental
affirmations of that tradition stand at the center of the educational experience,
as faculty and students seek to express them in terms that speak to people
who live in today's world.

The third commitment is to ecclesiastical loyalty. Columbia Seminary was
founded by the Synod of South Carolina and Georgia to provide leadership
for the Presbyterian Church and its program. Our students study the polity
of the church and the program of the General Assembly, synods and pres-
byteries. Our teaching and our ministry seek to be loyal to the Presbyterian
Church (U.S.A.), as it works out its life and program under the doctrinal
standards, the authority of Scripture, and the lordship of Jesus Christ, the
head of the church.

These basic commitments are fulfilled today in a different educational style
than in an earlier time. Indoctrination leads too often to mere rote learning
and to an uncreative and wooden ministry. Our style of teaching and com-
munity is one of openness. The Biblical witness, the Reformed doctrine, and
the Church's program are presented as vital options for today. Students are
called to make their own commitment to them as ministers of the Gospel.

We believe that those who enter the service of Jesus Christ need to do so
out of a conviction which is their own. Only then can they be the effective
ministers of our Lord that our church and our world need today.

ADMISSIONS INFORMATION

ADMISSIONS PROCEDURE FOR REGULAR DEGREE STUDENTS

Students desiring admission to the BASIC DEGREE PROGRAM or
SPECIAL PROGRAMS should request an application from the Office of
Admissions. In addition to the completed application form, students must
furnish transcripts, references, test scores from the Graduate Record Exam,
and a letter of endorsement from one's home church. An interview with a
member of the Admissions Committee is required following submission of the
application. This interview is best done on our campus and you will be our
guest during your visit.

Due to the sequential nature of required courses, no applicants will be
admitted to the basic degree programs, other than in July or September, except
by action of the Faculty.

Students admitted to the seminary will be provided a health form to be
filled out by a physician and an application for seminary housing.

An entering student may be placed on academic probation. Specific con-
ditions for achieving good standing will be stated.

Certain students are required to have a reading knowledge of Greek. See
page 60 for details. Such students who request permission to begin without
the Greek requirement can only be admitted by special action of the faculty
and ordinarily this involves additional semesters in residence. An entering
student who has not completed the Greek language requirement may be denied
admission or placed on probation.

Students desiring admission to an ADVANCED DEGREE program may
secure applications from the Director of Advanced Studies. Ordinarily a basic
divinity degree is required for entrance into the Th.M. PROGRAM, the
D.MIN. (in-ministry) or the S.T.D. PROGRAMS.

Specific admissions requirements for each degree are found below in the
Academic Information Section.

SPECIAL, UNCLASSIFIED AND OCCASIONAL STUDENTS

Students meeting requirements for admission to the basic degree program
but not wishing to work toward a degree may be admitted as SPECIAL
STUDENTS to take courses for credit. Their program of study must be ap-
proved by the Dean of Faculty.

Students who do not meet admissions requirements may b admitted for a
period of up to one academic year as an UNCLASSIFIED STUDENT.

OCCASIONAL STUDENTS may be admitted by the Dean of Faculty to
take courses of particular interest for credit, if prerequisites for each course
are satisfied. Course selection must be approved by the Dean of Faculty.

AUDITORS

Regular students, spouses of students, and other members of the com-
munity are invited to audit courses, with the permission of the instructor and
provided space is available in the course. Registration as an auditor must be
made through the office of the Registrar at the regular time for registration.

TRANSFER STUDENTS

Students in good standing in other accredited seminaries may be admitted
after transcripts have been evaluated and their applications approved by the
Admissions Committee. These students must secure a letter from their Dean
of Students indicating that they are students in good standing. Transfer stu-
dents into the M.Div. program are expected to spend a minimum of 3 four-
teen-week regular load semesters in residence. Transfer students intending to
enter the D.Min. (in-sequence) program ordinarily are not allowed credit for
more than the equivalent of one year of work prior to entering the program.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Students whose native language is not English must include, with the reg-
ular application data, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
see below, "English as a Second Language." All international students are
expected to have written recommendation of their denomination. A statement
of the student's plans for future work in the student's home country is re-
quired. All students are expected to provide a statement of available finances
for their graduate study. Normally, international students are accepted only
for graduate work beyond the M.Div. level.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

All U.S. students (citizens or with permanent resident visas) for whom
English is a second language, must take the TOEFL exam before admission
and enrollment for credit. Those students seeking admission must score at
least 550 and those wishing to take courses as an occasional student for credit
must score at least 500. Students may audit courses as occasional students
without taking the TOEFL.

All international students, for whom English is a second language, apply-
ing for admission to a degree program must have a score of 500on the TOEFL
before admission and enrollment for credit. Those internationals coming on
special scholarships for a non-degree course of study at Columbia will be
evaluated by the International Theological Education Committee for English
proficiency to match the nature of their stay at CTS.

Students needing additional proficiency in English will be encouraged to
take courses in the Atlanta area in English as a Second Language.

CONFERENCES FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

Columbia Seminary annually sponsors two conferences on Ministry on the
Seminary campus. Usually in February, Columbia invites college students and
recent college graduates, who are considering the ministry, to the campus for

the College Conference. During this Conference, the men and women attend
classes, meet in faculty and staff homes, talk with students, staff and faculty
and worship with the Seminary community. Another Conference on Ministry
which is usually in the spring is planned primarily for those who are consid-
ering a vocational change to the ministry. These conferences are intended to
enable the conferees to explore further their own sense of call to ministry.
For further information, you may write to the Director of Admissions, Co-
lumbia Theological Seminary, Box 520, Decatur, Georgia 30031-0520.

CROSS REGISTRATION AT A.T.A. SCHOOLS

Columbia students may cross register for courses at Candler School of
Theology, the Interdenominational Theological Center or Erskine Seminary
at no additional charge, as may students of these schools cross register for
Columbia courses.

ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Columbia provides a community setting for theological education. In this
context courses of study leading to both basic and advanced degrees are of-
fered. The Master of Arts in Youth Ministry and the Master of Divinity are
the first professional degrees. The Master of Arts in Theological Studies is
also a basic theological degree, but academic rather than professional in ori-
entation. Advanced degrees are the Master of Theology, the Doctor of Min-
istry (in-ministry) and the Doctor of Sacred Theology.

BASIC DEGREES

Admission

Admission to the basic degree programs at Columbia Seminary usually
requires a four-year degree from an accredited university or college of arts
and sciences, or its equivalent. Students without four years of preseminary
preparation are not eligible to earn degrees at the seminary except by special
action of the faculty. When requested to do so by presbyteries of the Pres-
byterian Church (U.S.A.), Columbia may accept students without a university
or college degree for a special course of study.

A major in one of the liberal arts fields is most helpful as preparation for
theological studies. Basic courses in philosophy, European and American his-
tory, psychology, sociology, and English grammar and literature form the
foundation for seminary studies. Students with inadequate backgrounds in
these areas may be required to take remedial work or select particular electives
within the seminary curriculum.

MASTER OF DIVINITY DEGREE AND
DOCTOR OF MINISTRY DEGREE (IN-SEQUENCE)

At the time of entering seminary, students are admitted to "the first
professional degree program." This means either a three component program
leading to the Master of Divinity degree or a four component program leading
to the Doctor of Ministry (in-sequence) degree. The first two components of
both degrees involve a common program. The academic courses and super-
vised ministry in these initial components are designed to assist the student in
developing intellectual tools and professional skills to begin the practice of
ministry. At the end of the second component, students, together with their
peers and faculty, engage in a process of professional evaluation leading to
admission to degree candidacy. Students entering Columbia after the Fall
Semester 1984 will not be eligible for the in-sequence program unless they are
B component transfers from another seminary.

Students pursuing the Master of Divinity degree move to a third compo-
nent. Students qualifying for the Doctor of Ministry degree proceed to two
further components, the first of which includes a twelve-month period of
supervised ministry in an approved setting. The final, on-campus component
involves, in addition to academic course work, a series of seminars enabling

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the student to reflect on his or her period of supervised ministry and to com-
plete a written dissertation.

The term "components" is used rather than "years" since the amount of
time a student takes to complete the component may be more or less than an
academic year. The A and B components represent the initial common pro-
gram for the first professional degrees. The C component follows the profes-
sional assessment and represents the final stage leading to the Master of Di-
vinity degree. For students admitted to the Doctor of Ministry degree at the
time of the professional assessment, the D component designates the twelve-
month period of supervised ministry and the E component the final, on-
campus element.

Requirements for the M.Div. Degree

1. There must be on file with the seminary a complete and official tran-
script of credits showing graduation with a bachelor's degree from an ac-
credited university or college of liberal arts and sciences, or its equivalent.

2. The student must be admitted to degree candidacy at the end of the
B component. To qualify for candidacy, the student must be engaged in or
have satisfied all the academic and supervised ministry requirements for the
A and B components (as outlined on page 66) together with enough electives
to total 76 credits. The overall grade average must be C or better.

3. The candidate must satisfactorily complete all the requirements of the
C component (as outlined on pages 67 or 68) with a total of 112 credits. The
overall grade average must be C or better.

4. The student must pass a Bible content exam.

5. The faculty must be satisfied that the conduct and attitude of the
candidate is becoming a minister of the Gospel and that he or she gives prom-
ise of useful service in the ministry or other Church vocation.

6. All bills to the seminary must be paid and assurance given that all
open accounts in the community and elsewhere have been satisfied.

Professional Assessment

The Professional Assessment is a major review of the student's potential
for ministry that occurs after the completion of the major requirements of
the A and B components. This assessment will usually be scheduled in the
spring term of the B component or the following September and is a condition
for the student's beginning work in the C component. Detailed guidelines for
the assessment process are given to the student well in advance, including
criteria, data to be considered, composition of the assessment committee,
intent of the interview, and possible recommendations to the faculty which
might ensue. Admission to candidacy for ministry by a presbytery or appro-
priate church body must be completed before the assessment.

The admission to degree candidacy for the M.Div. degree emerges from
the professional assessment and must be approved by the faculty. At that time

a student may be required to take a specific course or courses as a part of his
or her designated electives.

Minister to Youth Specialization or Joint Degree Progam

Students in the M.Div. program can take course work and supervised
ministry that will provide them with the basic concepts and skills to engage
in ministry with youth. It is possible to complete the M.A. in Youth Ministry
in one academic year beyond the M.Div. Students seeking admission into the
M.A. in Youth Ministry Degree Program with an M.Div. from another ac-
credited seminary will be expected to complete 36 credit hours, including a
summer supervised ministry component. Other course requirements are de-
pendent upon the applicant's past professional and academic work.

Certified Minister of Christian Education

Students in the M.Div. program can take a set of Christian education
courses within their elective hours that will lead them to certification by their
denomination, following their ordination, as a Minister of Christian Educa-
tion. Students interested in this speciality should see the Dean of Faculty.

MASTER OF ARTS IN THEOLOGICAL STUDIES

The purpose of this program is to provide systematic study of the Christian
faith for people who are not preparing for ordination to professional Christian
ministry. It is designed for students who want to broaden and deepen their
understanding of the faith so that they can be more knowledgeable and ef-
fective Christians as lay people in the Church and in their lay vocations, and
for others who are preparing for further academic work in a theological dis-
cipline (toward a Ph.D., for instance.) The Master of Arts in Theological
Studies will not qualify persons for the ordained ministry, since this program
does not include training in the practice of ministry or in other areas prereq-
uisite for ordination. The Seminary hopes with this program not only to offer
advanced study in theological disciplines to lay people in the Church, but also
to enrich the Seminary community by the presence and challenge of students
who bring to it the questions and demand for excellence of searching, think-
ing, non-professional Christians.

Students, after consultation with the Director of the Master of Arts in
Theological Studies program and professors, select one of the following five
fields for specialization: Old Testament, New Testament, Church History,
Theology or Ethics. A faculty advisor from the field of specialization is as-
signed by the Director of the program to provide guidance in the selection of
courses and to coordinate the giving of the comprehensive examinations. Lan-
guage requirements are determined by the field of specialization.

General Requirements for the M.A. in Theological Studies Degree

1. Students must earn a total of 52 credits. This shall include at least one
course in each of the five fields of specialization; an additional course in three
of the five fields; a minimum of 17 credits in the chosen field of specialization;

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and a minimum of 9 credits in a cognate field. Other requirements may be
established by the Area in which the field of specialization falls.

2. Students must pass a written comprehensive examination designed,
administered, and graded by faculty members in the field of specialization.
The purpose of the examination is to test the student's capacity to function
knowledgeably and critically in the field of specialization, to relate method-
ology and/or content from the cognate field to the field of specialization, and
to think and write clearly. The examination normally comes at the conclusion
of the student's course work and usually involves three or more months of
study. A thesis may be substituted for the written exam in exceptional cases.

3. All work must be completed within five years from the date of
admission.

Details of the program are available from the Director of the Master of
Arts in Theological Studies, Columbia Seminary, Box 520, Decatur, Georgia
30031-0520.

MASTER OF ARTS IN YOUTH MINISTRY

The purpose of this program is to equip persons for competent leadership
in ministry with youth. It is designed to develop:

1. ability to discuss the meaning of the scriptures and creeds and the
heritage of the church

2. ability, through teaching and relationships, to make creative applica-
tion to scripture and heritage, to the problems of persons, and to the crises
of society; to place contemporary issues in historical perspective; to help peo-
ple deepen their relationship to God; and to witness to one's faith and
commitment

3. ability to perceive persons and situations accurately and
sympathetically

4. ability to use and mediate in a variety of social processes, including
conflict, in ways that contribute to wholeness

5. ability to see educational mission within the larger context of the con-
gregation's total ministry

6. ability to use sound educational theory in practice, and to evaluate
one's performance on the basis of educational perspectives

7. ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others profes-
sional and lay in developing and achieving educational objectives

The program is meant for persons who are not considering ordination but
who want a broad background in theological studies with strong emphasis on
the theory and practice of ministry with youth in congregational, camp, and
para-parochial settings.

Requirements for the M.A. in Youth Ministry Degree

1. A four-year degree from an accredited university or college of arts
and sciences or its equivalent. Applicants with a major in religion or in Chris-
tian education may request advanced credit for a particular course based upon

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equivalency of educational accomplishment. Advanced credit decisions are
made on an individual basis and are based upon assessment of major goals
of the course.

2. A total of 66 semester credits are required. Course work is spread
across four departments: Biblical, Historical-Doctrinal, Pastoral, and Super-
vised Ministry. In the Biblical area, Old and New Testament survey courses
are required along with additional courses selected on the basis of the students
knowledge of the Bible. In the historical-doctrinal area work must be done in
church history, systematic theology, and ethics. In the pastoral area courses
in Christian education, basic and advanced ministry with youth, worship with
youth, and pastoral care are required. In addition to these balanced studies,
the distinctiveness of this program is the supervised ministry component.
Throughout the last 12 months, students are in ministry with youth place-
ments, not only to experience doing such ministry, but to reflect on their
learnings and the implications for ministry in such areas as administration,
staff relationships, working with volunteers, personal developement, and spir-
itual formation.

3. All degree work must be completed within four years from the date
of admission.

For further information write to Director of Youth Ministry Program,
Columbia Seminary, Box 520, Decatur, GA 30031-0520.

MASTER OF ARTS IN YOUTH MINISTRY CURRICULUM

Fall Credit

P625 Basic Ministry with Youth 3

P221 Program and Leadership Development 2

BN241 Old Testament Survey 3

HD121 Church History 5

Electives 0-2

Winter

PN121 Ministry of Teaching 3

Spring

PN232 Ministry to Persons 2

SM211 Hospital 3

BN151 New Testament Survey 3

*Either Church and Contemporary Society 3

or Church History (4)

Electives 1-3

Summer

SM212 Supervised Ministry 6

or
CPE in Adolescent Placement 6

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Fall

P626 Advanced Ministry with Youth
HD233 Reformed Theology
SM213 Supervised Ministry
Alternative Context
Bible Elective

3
3
3
2
3

Winter

PI 42 Worship with Youth

Spring

HD272 Christian Ethics
SM214 Supervised Ministry
P623 Child and the Church

or
P527 Adult Education
Bible Elective
Electives

3
3
3

3

3

1-3

At least twelve hours are required in the Biblical Area; more may be required
depending on background.

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ADVANCED DEGREES

Columbia offers three programs leading to advanced degrees. Each builds
on the M.Div. degree and, in the case of the D.Min. (in-ministry) and the
S.T.D., also on necessary ministry experience which has ensued since the
reception of the M.Div.

In addition to the resources of the faculty and library on Columbia's
campus, graduate students are able to draw upon the resources of the Atlanta
area. The S.T.D. program and D.Min. (in-ministry) programs are adminis-
tered by the Graduate Professional Studies Committee of the Atlanta Theo-
logical Association, which coordinates and augments the resources of Candler
School of Theology of Emory University, the Interdenominational Theolog-
ical Center, Columbia, and Erskine Theological Seminary in Due West, S.C.
Th.M. students may also include in their program studies at these other
seminaries.

The resources of the Atlanta community are also available to Columbia
graduate students. Accredited programs of clinical pastoral education and
pastoral counseling are available in many settings. The Urban Training Or-
ganization of Atlanta provides resources in the area of urban problems and
urban ministries. Numerous national and regional offices of denominational
and interdenominational agencies are located in Atlanta. Other educational
opportunities are available at Emory University, Georgia State University,
and colleges in the area.

For students desiring to graduate at the spring commencement, March 15
is the deadline for provisional approval of the doctoral project by the project
committee and April 15 for final approval of the completed project.

MASTER OF THEOLOGY

Admission

Application for admission to the Th.M. program is made through the
office of the Director of Advanced Studies. The M.Div. degree from an ac-
credited seminary or divinity school, or its academic equivalent, is required.
In certain cases a Master of Arts or a Master of Theological Studies degree
in the appropriate area may be accepted as a prerequisite and additional prep-
aratory work may be required. Ordinarily a B average in an applicant's college
and seminary program is considered a minimum standard for admission. Ex-
cept for the Th.M. in pastoral counseling, a knowledge of both the Hebrew
and Greek languages is prerequisite for the program. If an applicant's M.Div.
course required less than these two languages, he or she may substitute an
approved language for one of the above languages.

Admission to Candidacy

Students seeking a Th.M. degree must be admitted to candidacy by vote
of the faculty. Application involves the proposal of a thesis committee com-
posed of a chairperson from the area of concentration and one other member

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of the faculty and the proposal of a thesis topic, previously approved by the
chairperson. This information must be given in writing to the Advanced Stud-
ies Committee prior to October 15th. The faculty meeting early in November
is the deadline for the formal admission to candidacy if the studenty expects
to receive the degree at commencement the following spring.

Requirements for the Degree

In order to qualify for the Th.M. degree, a student must complete the
following within five years (six years for Pastoral Counseling):

1. at least 24 semester credits of academic work at the advanced level
(courses numbered in the 600's) with grades that average not less than B. This
academic work shall involve at least 15 hours taken through regular residential
courses at Columbia Seminary.

2. an acceptable thesis, which shall constitute six additional credits. For
students planning to graduate at the spring commencement March 15 is the
deadline for provisional approval of the thesis by the thesis committee and
May 1st for final approval of the completed thesis.

3. an oral examination, which shall be given after the thesis has been
completed.

Concentration

Each student seeking the Th.M. degree will concentrate his or her studies
in one of the following fields: Biblical studies, historical-doctrinal studies,
pastoral studies or pastoral counseling. At least 12 credits, in addition to the
thesis, must be taken in the field in which the student concentrates. At least
six credits must be taken outside the field of concentration and in at least one
of the other two areas. Credit for work taken at the basic level (courses
numbered lower than 600) must be approved prior to the taking of the courses
by the chairperson of the thesis committee (if appointed), the Director of
Advanced Studies, and the Dean of Faculty. In no case shall more than 4
credits of basic level work be counted toward the degree.

Pastoral Counseling

The beginning year of this program requires the successful completion of
a non-credit intern year in one of the institutions accredited by the Association
for Clinical Pastoral Education.

By the end of the first year, if the student is adjudged sufficiently com-
petent by the multidisciplinary professional committee, he or she is admitted
to the counseling practicum for counseling supervision in a center accredited
by the American Association of Pastoral Counselors. Sufficient supervision
is provided through the counseling practicum to qualify one for application
as a Member in the American Association of Pastoral Counselors. Six credits
from the Practicum (P638) may be applied to the required 24 credits of aca-
demic work.

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DOCTOR OF MINISTRY (IN-MINISTRY)

A Doctor of Ministry degree program for the working minister has been
established by the schools participating in the Atlanta Theological Associa-
tion. The program has been designed to continue the education of persons for
their practice of ministry in the church and in related institutional settings. It
provides an advanced, yet flexible, education for those whose vocation as
servants of people and servants of Jesus Christ implies their further disciplined
reflection upon, and possibly their further specialization within, their own
ministry.

Admission

Each applicant should hold an M.Div. or equivalent degree with a superior
academic record and/or superior professional performance, and should have
at least one year, preferably three or more, of professional experience since
receiving the basic degree.

Each applicant must submit a personal statement of not more than ten
double-spaced pages giving biographical data, academic and ministry achieve-
ments, interests, goals, and personal purposes for the D.Min. program that
will illustrate continued development.

Advanced standing on the basis of post-M.Div. courses in other programs
will be determined by the Advanced Studies Committee of the Seminary.

Program of Study

Although it may be spread over a period up to four years, the program
of study requires participation in the equivalent of more than a full year of
academic and clinical courses. The doctoral project is executed after the com-
pletion of these courses and usually as part of the ongoing professional work
of the minister.

Thirty-six semester credits are required, distributed as follows:

Six (6) credits for the core seminar in contemporary ministry and career
assessment;

Six (6) credits for an approved ministry under supervision experience
equivalent to one full-time quarter;

Eighteen (18) credits of advanced courses;

Six (6) credits for the doctoral project.

To assist both personal development and also course and project planning,
each student secures a faculty adviser and a doctoral committee. After com-
pletion of course work and before the execution of the doctoral project, the
student will take an examination covering a range of subjects designated by
his or her doctoral committee.

For further information and application forms, write to Director of Ad-
vanced Studies, Columbia Theological Seminary, Box 520, Decatur, Georgia
30031-0520.

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DOCTOR OF SACRED THEOLOGY IN PASTORAL COUNSELING

This degree is offered through the Atlanta Theological Association by the
Candler School of Theology, Columbia Theological Seminary, and the Inter-
denominational Theological Center. It is administered by the Atlanta Theo-
logical Association which has responsibility for approving admission to the
program, establishing curriculum offerings, and certifying candidates for the
award of degrees through the S.T.D. Committee.

This S.T.D. program, focused on pastoral counseling, concentrates upon
the counseling, guidance, and consultation aspects of the minister's profes-
sional function. The more specialized nature of the program is reflected in
admission requirements and the program of studies.

The purpose of the Doctor of Sacred Theology in pastoral counseling is
to prepare clergy to serve as pastoral counselors in a local church or on the
staff of a community mental health center, to serve as consultants to their
fellow clergy, and to offer training in pastoral care and counseling at various
levels. The program is designed to prepare students for membership as Fellows
in the American Association of Pastoral Counselors.

Admission

Applicants must hold the Master of Divinity or equivalent degree with a
superior academic record from an accredited institution and must have had
post-seminary professional experience in which significant learning and
professional promise were evident. The admission process includes: 1) an as-
sessment of the applicant's academic grades and professional performance,
2) a statement of purpose, 3) references and other materials supplied with the
application, and 4) a personal interview with the director of the program, 5)
and one or more personal interviews with the pastoral counseling faculty and
appropriate officers of the school to which application is being made. Dead-
line for receipt of all application material is February 15 of the year for which
fall semester admission is requested.

In addition, applicants must have significant experience in ministry (ap-
proximately three years' full time employment after completion of the first
theological degree), in clinical pastoral education (usually four consecutive
units), and one or more personal interviews with the pastoral counseling and
other faculties.

A student who, though otherwise acceptable, has not had courses in per-
sonality development and pastoral care equivalent to those taught in the par-
ticipating seminaries of the Atlanta Theological Association, must take these
courses without credit during the first year of his residence.

Each student admitted to the program shall have one member of the pas-
toral counseling faculty as advisor.

Program of Study

The studies included within the program will help the student (1) gain an
advanced understanding of appropriate theological and theoretical concepts;
(2) learn under qualified supervision the application of these concepts in pas-

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toral counseling and how to promote professional integration of theory and
skills in both pastoral counseling and pastoral guidance; and (3) design and
execute a research project appropriate to his or her professional practice which
will give evidence of his or her creative ability to contribute to this aspect of
pastoral counseling.

In carrying out this program, which must not exceed six years, the student
must enroll for a minimum of 36 semester hours of academic course work
and 18 semester hours of clinical supervision through the Pastoral Counseling
Practicum.

Core Seminars (3 hours credit per semester) dealing with personality the-
ory, psychotherapy theory and pastoral theology are required in the first four
semesters of studies. Ordinarily the student enters the pastoral counseling
practicum when entering the program of studies. The clinical setting for su-
pervision is the Pastoral Counseling Service of the Georgia Association for
Pastoral Care.

In addition, the student enters the pastoral counseling practicum at the
time he or she enters the program and continues until judged competent as a
counselor.

When the student has completed these 54 semester hours of work, with a
B average (GPA of 2.00 or. better) he or she may apply to take the Compre-
hensive Examination, which tests the competence in both the content and
performance of pastoral counseling. The content areas in which the student
will be examined include:

a) THEOLOGY, with the foci upon theological method and pastoral
theology;

b) PSYCHOLOGY, including theories of personality and development,
psychodynamics of behavior and of religious experience, and theories
of counseling and psychotherapy;

c) PASTORAL CARE, including history of pastoral care, ministerial
role, guidance at the passage points of life, ministry in crisis situations,
and referrals;

d) social and cultural studies which pertain to pastoral counseling;

e) a related area of the student's choice.

The performance areas in which the student will be examined include:

a) evaluation interviewing

b) pastoral counseling

c) supervision

d) professional maturity within the role of pastoral counselor

e) ability to relate pastoral counseling to the total ministerial role.

The supervision in pastoral counseling, which is an integral part of the
S.T.D. degree program is provided according to the standards of the American

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Association of Pastoral Counselors and the American Association of Marriage
and Family Therapists. It may be used, therefore, to meet the requirements
for counseling supervision of both the A.A.P.C. and the A.A.M.F.T.

Following satisfactory performance in the Comprehensive Examination
the student will then engage in an approved dissertation which demonstrates
ability to utilize theological and theoretical knowledge in relation to some
problem of his or her professional practice, and which contributes useful
findings and insights to this area of theological investigation. He or she will
prepare a written report and undergo an oral examination on the dissertation.

Application forms and further general information about the S.T.D. in
Pastoral Counseling program may be obtained from: Dr. John H. Patton,
Director, Doctoral Program in Pastoral Counseling, 1700 Clifton Road, N.E.,
Atlanta, Georgia 30329 Telephone (404) 636-1457; or from the Director
for Advanced Studies, Columbia Theological Seminary, Box 520, Decatur,
Georgia 30031-0520 Telephone (404) 378-8821.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Continuing education opportunities for ministers and lay persons are a
vital part of Columbia Seminary. These non-credit events are essential to
spiritual, academic, and professional growth. Several different types of op-
portunities are offered:

1. Large, established, on-campus events offer a variety of courses, to-
gether with daily preaching and worship services. The major events
are the Summer Session, held the first two full weeks in July, and the
January Seminars for Ministers early in January. The Columbia
Forum is a third but somewhat different continuing education event.

2. Throughout the year small events, centered around one activity or
subject, are held both on and off campus. Examples of ones recently
held are: Study/Retreat at the Beach, A Week at Koinonia, Scholars
in Residence, A Week at the Trappist Monastery, Spiritual Formation
Retreats, and A Week in the Winter Woods.

3. Overseas travel/study trips are now a regular part of the continuing
education program. In 1985 the scheduled trips are A Week in Ja-
maica and In the Steps of John Knox.

4. Individual study is available to ministers who wish to spend time on
the campus, working in the library and consulting with a faculty
member. The Associate Director of Advanced Studies will make ar-
rangements for this kind of on-campus directed study.

A calendar of events for 1985/86 is available upon request. For more
information on continuing education opportunities, write the Associate Di-
rector of Advanced Studies, Columbia Seminary, Box 520, Decatur, GA
30031-0520.

EVANGELISM EMPHASIS

In 1981 Columbia Seminary began a new emphasis in evangelism which
includes classroom instruction, consultation and model building in congre-
gations and presbyteries, along with training conferences. This emphasis has
been made possible, in part, through a grant from The Outreach Foundation.

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The courses of instruction aim at equipping seminarians, ministers, and
lay persons with the understanding and skills to practice an effective evan-
gelism which is faithful to the whole gospel. Instruction in evangelistic method
and strategies is centered in seminars and classes offered on campus, but also
involves participation in advanced degree program courses offered off
campus.

The professor of evangelism also provides consultation on church growth
and outreach to individual congregations. The central thrust of such consul-
tation involves designing effective models in specific situations.

In addition to instruction and consultation this emphasis offers to inter-
ested presbyteries workshops and conferences in effective evangelism meant
for both clergy and lay persons.

For further information write to Evangelism Emphasis, Columbia Theo-
logical Seminary, Box 520, Decatur, GA 30031-0520.

INTERNATIONAL THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION

Columbia Seminary is committed to the task of preparing students for
ministry in a world that is shrinking rapidly and where preoccupation with
parochial concerns is no longer an option. A varied program of international
education has emerged from serious, cross-cultural dialog with church leaders
in other parts of the world in particular, the Caribbean. This program
includes:

an international component for the second year course "Alterna-
tive Context For Ministry." Students may choose to take this
course in an international setting during the Winter Term. During
the Winter Term, 1986, three different international alternative
contexts for ministry will be offered: Central America (Costa
Rica), Central Europe (Berlin), and the Caribbean (Jamaica).

a three-week Mideast Seminar (see page 21)

a week-long continuing education event in the spring for pastors,
held on the campus of the United Theological College of the West
Indies, Kingston, Jamaica.

Supervised Ministry placements for Columbia students in Carib-
bean churches under the supervision of experienced Caribbean
pastors.

eleven Columbia students studying or working during the 1984-85
academic year in eight different countries: Barbados, Costa Rica,
England, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Scotland, and Switzerland.

international students, faculty, and pastors from four continents
working and studying on the Columbia campus.

a three-week seminar held each year on the Columbia campus for
twenty Korean pastors. This seminar is sponsored jointly by Co-
lumbia, the Presbyterian Church of Korea, and the Division of
International Missions, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

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Columbia faculty members spending sabbatic leaves in Third
World countries.

Many of these programs are part of a program co-ordinated by the Atlanta
Theological Association. Others reflect co-operative efforts with the Division
of International Mission, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Many of the pro-
grams are funded through a generous gift from the Women of the Church of
the former Presbyterian Church, U.S.

For further information write to Dr. T. Erskine Clarke, Director of In-
ternational Theological Education, Columbia Theological Seminary, Box 520,
Decatur, GA 30031-0520.

THE MID EAST SEMINAR

A summer travel seminar is sponsored jointly by Columbia Theological
Seminary, Candler School of Theology at Emory University, and Southern
Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky, consisting of a three-
week study trip to Israel, Jordan, and Greece. The program, subsidized by a
private foundation, is directed by Dr. Max Miller, Professor of Old Testament
Studies at Candler. It is limited to twenty participants five students from
each of the schools plus five lay persons selected from positions of leadership
in the Southeast.

The program has two purposes: to provide an in-depth study tour of the
area which stands at the center of our Biblical heritage and which plays such
a crucial role in current international affairs; to provide a situation in which
the leaders of tomorrow's church can get to know each other today and
develop close bonds of understanding and friendship. At the same time there
is opportunity for extended interchange between the students preparing for
professional careers in the church and lay persons who are already playing
key roles in business and community affairs. Professor Cousar is Columbia's
representative for the program.

RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUNG LIFE

Columbia cooperates with Young Life as a seminary where Young Life
staff can receive their basic level of training for professional youth ministry
or where they can work toward an ordination degree and a variety of future
ministries.

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CURRICULUM

The teaching program at Columbia is arranged in four areas: Biblical,
historical-doctrinal, pastoral, and supervised ministry. Studies in each of these
areas are combined with the interdisciplinary studies in the curriculum for the
first professional degrees. While classroom instruction is basic to these first
degree programs, their goal is to equip students to continue their education
independently. The resources of the library, the structure of course work, and
independent study courses encourage early realization of that goal.

Studies in the BIBLICAL area seek to help the students understand and
interpret an ancient book, the Bible, in a world where people go to the moon.
To do this these studies are concerned with developing tools and skills to
understand the ancient world, its language, history, and thought, and tools
and skills to grasp the meaning of the Bible for contemporary people. Greek
and Hebrew are required so that students can gain facility in handling the
original Biblical languages and in understanding the text in its native tongue.
Courses in the area provide an opportunity for interpreting the text and for
experience in articulating the message in a theological fashion.

HISTORICAL-DOCTRINAL studies help students understand the past
so that they can understand the present and how we got here. Students engaged
in these studies also struggle to form their own theology and to discover what
it means to be Christian in today's world. Since Columbia stands within the
Reformed tradition, historical-doctrinal studies are concerned not only with
right thinking, but also with the relation of Christian faith and doctrine to all
the arenas of life. Therefore, studies in this area engage students in consid-
eration of the social, political, economic, and cultural life of today in the
United States and across the world. In historical-doctrinal studies students
acquire the tools they will need throughout their lives for dealing theologically
with themselves and the world around them, tools that will enable graduates
to lead the church in a prophetic and reconciling way as it works out its
mission in the world.

The PASTORAL area centers on the functioning of the person as a min-
ister, and its concern is to train students to be ministers and to lead other
persons in ministering. Studies in this area consider the dynamics of the min-
ister's role as pastor, evangelist, leader of worship, preacher, teacher, and
administrator. Since we do not fully know today the shape of the ministry of
tomorrow, the concern of these studies is to train students to understand the
issues involved, to help them see their own strengths and weaknesses, and
then to develop a flexibility that will enable them to take their Biblical and
theological understanding and deal with whatever issues they face during their
ministry.

SUPERVISED MINISTRY serves an integrative function for the curric-
ulum. Through its structure students are involved in the actual practice of
ministry under competent supervision. Through experiential, relational, in-
ductive learning, the student explores, within a peer group, the forms, styles,
contents, and concepts of ministry. Not only does the student put into practice
what has been learned through studies in the Biblical, historical-doctrinal, and

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pastoral areas, but these studies are integrated with the practice of ministry
and the personhood of the student.

Columbia's faculty recognizes that the METHOD OF TEACHING also
makes a significant contribution to learning. Consequently, a variety of teach-
ing methods is employed. Team teaching, which enables the professors them-
selves to participate more fully in the learning process, and which effectively
brings different kinds of competence together in the classroom, is widely used.
Because small groups are a part of most courses, creative interchange between
student and student and between students' peers and professors is the mark
of instruction at Columbia. Field trips, simulations, particularly seminars and
use of AVs (especially video), also are examples of a wide variety of teaching
methods.

The faculty reserves the right to modify individual course requirements
within a degree program; such changes to be effective the next time such
courses are offered or at a later date as determined by the faculty. Degree
programs and their major requirements will remain unchanged for students
entering that program; but changes may be made at any time to be effective
for all entering students in the next academic year.

COURSES OF INSTRUCTION

Listed on the following pages are the courses taught during 1984-85 and
proposed by the faculty of Columbia Theological Seminary for 1985-88.
Changes in faculty situations and in student needs inevitably will necessitate
modification from term to term resulting in the failure to offer some electives
and the substitution of others.

The letter in the course designation is determined by the area in which it
is offered: B for Biblical; HD for Historical-Doctrinal; P for Pastoral; I for
Interdisciplinary; and SM for Supervised Ministry. Courses whose numbers
are prefaced by ATA are offered by the Atlanta Theological Association. The
hundred's digit refers to the level of the course and whether it is required for
the basic degree program or elective:

100s are required courses for A component students.

200s are required courses for B component students.

300s are required courses for C component students.

400s are required for D and E component students and ATA courses.

500s are elective courses designed primarily for A and B component stu-
dents but open to advanced students by permission of the instructor.

600s are elective courses designed for advanced students (C,D,E, and grad-
uate students) but open to others when prerequisites are met, when space
is available, and by permission of the instructor.

700s are off campus electives at advanced level.

The teen's digit identifies the particular academic discipline within the
area, except in Interdisciplinary and Supervised Ministry courses.

During 1984-86 the additional letter N indicates this is a largely revised
course being offered in the new M.Div. curriculum.

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BIBLICAL AREA

FACULTY: Charles B. Cousar (Chairperson), David M. Gunn, David P.
Moessner, James D. Newsome, J. Will Ormond, J. Davison Philips.
VISITING INSTRUCTORS: F. Harry Daniel, James H. Gailey, Alice E.
Hickcox, Peter Rhea Jones, Lamar Williamson.

Required Courses for M.Div. and D.Min. (in-sequence) and, as marked, for
M.A. in Youth Ministry

BN141 SURVEY OF THE OLD TESTAMENT Gunn, Newsome

A study of the Old Testament with special attention to its literary development
and theological content, as viewed against the background of the history and
religion of ancient Israel. Also required for M.A. in Youth Ministry
Fall 3 credits

BN151 EXEGESIS OF THE NEW TESTAMENT - I Cousar, Moessner

An introduction to exegetical methods in the study of the New Testament.

The Greek text of Philippians is read and interpreted.

Fall 2 credits

BN152 EXEGESIS OF THE NEW TESTAMENT - II Cousar, Moessner

A second-level course in exegesis concentrating on selected passages from the

Greek text of Matthew or Luke.

Prerequisite: BN151

Spring 2 credits

BN161 SURVEY OF THE NEW TESTAMENT Cousar, Moessner

A study of the New Testament books with special attention to their literary
character and their theological content, as viewed in light of the history and
development of the early church. Also required for M.A. in Youth Ministry.
Spring 3 credits

BN221 ESSENTIALS OF HEBREW Gunn, Newsome

An intensive study of the essential elements of Hebrew grammar, syntax, and

vocabulary preparatory to reading and studying exegetically the Hebrew Old

Testament.

Fall 4 credits

*BN231 OLD TESTAMENT EXEGESIS: REPRESENTATIVE TEXTS

Newsome

A reading and exegesis of selected Old Testament passages which are signif-
icant for an understanding of the nature of ancient Hebrew literature and the
faith of Israel. Special attention will be given to their relevance to Christian
theology and to their use in the preaching and teaching ministry of the Church.
Prerequisite: BN221
Fall 3 credits

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BN232 OLD TESTAMENT EXEGESIS: JEREMIAH Gunn

A close reading of selected passages from the Book of Jeremiah, with special
attention to the way the prophet's distinctive proclamation is mediated
through conventional language and literary forms and the power of poetry.
Prerequisite: BN221
Fall 3 credits

Students in the B component are required to take one of these two courses.
(The other may be taken as an elective or another course designed by the
Biblical Area.) In 1984-85 the comparable courses offered were:

B233 EXEGESIS of MI SAMUEL Gunn

B234 EXEGESIS OF JONAH AND RUTH Gunn

B235 EXEGESIS OF MICAH Gailey

B371 (471) PREFACE TO BIBLICAL THEOLOGY Cousar

The course considers issues related to an understanding of the Bible as the
church's book, such as the formation of the canon, the authority and inspi-
ration of the scriptures, and the hermeneutical task of the church.
Prerequisites: BN141, BN151 (or B151, B152, B241)
Fall 3 credits

In addition, students in the new curriculum are required to take at least one
course from the following:

B631 OLD TESTAMENT EXEGESIS: SAUL AND DAVID Gunn

B652 EXEGESIS OF ROMANS Cousar

B666 GOSPEL OF MARK Ormond

B671 OLD TESTAMENT THEOLOGY Gunn

B675 NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTOLOGY Moessner

Elective Courses

General and Background

B514 INTERTESTAMENTAL PERIOD Newsome

A seminar devoted to the investigation of the history of the Jewish people
from the return from exile to the birth of Christ. Emphasis will be upon the
literature (both canonical and non-canonical) of this period against the back-
ground of social, economic, political, and cultural events. Attention will also
be given to the rise of Jewish sects. 2 credits

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B617 APOCALYPTIC Newsome

An exploration of Jewish and Christian apocalyptic, both canonical and extra-
canonical, in the effort to understand the world view and theological outlook
of those groups and individuals responsible for this distinctive literature.

2 or 3 credits

Ancient Languages

B021 ESSENTIALS OF GREEK Cousar

An intensive study of the essential elements of Koine Greek grammar, syntax,
and vocabulary preparatory to reading the Greek New Testament. Required
of all students not having taken Greek in college.
Summer Session Only 6 credits

B526 GREEK GRAMMAR AND READING Moessner

Review, consolidate, and expansion of an elementary level of New Testament

Greek are the goals of this course which is designed to be a follow-up of the

summer Greek or a continuing course for those wishing to improve their

reading skills. Selected passages from the Greek New Testament will be

analyzed.

Prerequisite: B021 or equivalent. 2 or 3 credits

B620 HEBREW READING Gunn, Newsome

Rapid reading of selections from the Hebrew Old Testament with a view to
increasing facility in the use of the language; emphasis on grammatical struc-
tures and vocabulary.
Prerequisite: B221 2 credits

B623 ARAMAIC Newsome

A study of the essential elements of Palestinian Jewish Aramaic as these relate
to the Aramaic portions of Ezra and Daniel and to the Aramaic elements in
the New Testament.
Prerequisite: B221 3 credits

Old Testament Based on Hebrew Text

B631 OLD TESTAMENT EXEGESIS: SAUL AND DAVID Gunn

A close reading of selected passages from I & II Samuel and I Kings, in the
context of an overview of the story of Saul and David as a whole. An under-
standing of narrative technique leads to a heightened awareness of the theo-
logical impact of O.T. storytelling. 3 credits

Old Testament Based on English Text

B540 GENESIS 1-11 Newsome

A literary and theological investigation of Genesis 1-11 with the intention of
identifying those themes which help to shape the theological outlook of the

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Old Testament as a whole and which inform the Christian understanding of
the nature of human life before God. 2 credits

B542 GENESIS 12-50 Ormond

A study in the English text of the content and literary structure of the nar-
ratives in Genesis 12-50. Particular attention will be given to the principal
characters and their response to God and his purpose for his people. Theo-
logical themes which emerge from this study will be considered. 2 credits

B545 INTRODUCTION TO THE HEBREW PROPHETS Newsome

An overview of the prophetic tradition within ancient Israel in which special
attention is given to the theological themes of the several books of the proph-
etic corpus of the Old Testament. The cultural context in which individual
prophetic personalities lived and worked is also examined for insights into the
form and content of the prophetic message. 2 or 3 credits

B546 OLD TESTAMENT WISDOM LITERATURE Gunn

An introduction to Israel's "wisdom" tradition, especially Proverbs (and the
figure of Ms. Wisdom), Job and Ecclesiastes, with attention also to later
developments (the Wisdom of Solomon, Ecclesiastes, and some N.T. texts).

3 credits

B547 MINOR PROPHETS Hickcox

A seminar with emphasis on Amos and Hosea but with attention to others of
the twelve prophets. 3 credits

B549 THE MESSAGE OF JUDGES Gunn

An in-depth exploration of the Book of Judges. Careful attention to literary
features (e.g., character, plot, point of view, repetition) leads to the unfolding
of important theological dimensions, both in the individual stories and in the
book as a whole. 2 or 3 credits

B647 FROM DEUTERONOMY TO KINGS: A VIEW FROM THE

WILDERNESS Gunn

A brief survey of current work on the composition and purpose of the great
"Deuteronomistic History" prefaces an attempt at a new and integrated read-
ing. This core section of the O.T. issues a radical challenge to church and
nation today. 2 or 3 credits

B648 KING DAVID IN HISTORY, LITERATURE AND ART Gunn

This seminar investigates the future of David in the Bible (including N.T.)
and beyond: topics include (amongst others) mediaeval theology and art, ref-
ormation politics, renaissance sculpture, nineteenth century preaching, and
modern drama. A study of the use and abuse of the Bible. 2 or 3 credits

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B649 THEOLOGICAL THEMES FROM BOOK OF JUDGES Gunn

An in-depth exploration of the Book of Judges. Careful attention to literary
features (such as character depiction, plot, key words) leads to a fuller ap-
preciation of the theology, both of the individual stories and of the book as
a whole. 3 credits

B745 MESSAGE OF THE PSALMS Newsome

A study of the Psalms from various perspectives: historical, exegetical and
homiletical. Designed to make the literature available to the pastor as a wor-
shiper, scholar and preacher. 3 credits

New Testament Based on Greek Text

B551 EXEGESIS OF THE GOSPEL OF JOHN Cousar, Moessner

An exegetical study of the gospel with emphasis on structure, historical back-
ground and dominant motifs. Analysis of selected sections of the Greek text.
Prerequisite: BN151, BN152 3 credits

B553 EXEGESIS OF GALATIANS Cousar

An analysis and interpretation of the Greek text of Galatians.
Prerequisite:BN151 3 credits

B652 EXEGESIS OF ROMANS Cousar

An interpretation of the Epistle to the Romans, within the framework of

Paul's theology.

Prerequisite: BN151 3 credits

New Testament Based on English Text

B561 EPISTLE TO THE EPHESIANS Ormond

A study of the English text of the Epistle to the Ephesians in its historical
setting with special attention to its continuing relevance in the life of the
Church. 2 credits

B562 LUKE/ACTS Ormond

Luke/ Acts will be considered as two volumes of a unified work with attention
given to the overall structure. Themes introduced in the Gospel will be noted
or traced in the Acts. Reading in Lukan theology is required.
Prerequisite: BN161 4 credits

B567 THE CORINTHIAN CORRESPONDENCE Philips

A presentation of the historical background, cultural data and principal per-
sonalities involved in the Corinthian letters. The relation between the Corin-

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thian church and contemporary Christianity will be dealt with as a major
emphasis. 2 credits

B569 GENERAL EPISTLES Ormond

A study of the English text of the Epistles of James, I, II Peter and Jude in
their historical setting and present relevance. 2 credits

B661 PARABLES OF JESUS Jones

A critical and exploratory study of selected parables of Jesus with particular
attention to the history of parable research, exegesis, and contemporary im-
port. 3 credits

B662 WITHOUT LUKE? Ormond

This course will make a study of the Gospel of Luke with particular attention
to passages which are unique to Luke's Gospel. For example, what contri-
butions to our understanding of Jesus Christ are made by Luke's birth nar-
ratives, Lukan parables, resurrection account, and reference to the Ascension.

3 credits

B664 BIBLICAL STUDIES: PREACHING AND TEACHING THE

GOSPEL OF MARK Williamson

A study focusing on faith and discipleship in Mark. Considers major themes
of the Gospel. 3 credits

B665 EPISTLE TO THE ROMANS Cousar

A study of Paul's Letter to the Romans, in the context of Pauline theology.
Particular emphasis will be given to application to current ministry.

3 credits

B666 THE GOSPEL OF MARK Ormond

A study of the English text of the Gospel of Mark with particular attention
given to the content, structure, and theological themes of the book.

2 or 3 credits

B675 PREACHING AND TEACHING THE MIRACLE STORIES

Daniel

An examination of the miracle stories found in the gospels with a view toward
preaching and teaching in the church. 3 credits

Biblical Theology

B671 OLD TESTAMENT THEOLOGY: THE GOD OF THE OLD

TESTAMENT Gunn

Grounded in the study of representative texts, this course seeks to build up a
picture of the God who emerges from the pages of the Old Testament. God

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and justice, judgment and love, the limitations of God, God and the feminine
are among themes explored. 2 or 3 credits

B672 CHRISTOLOGY OF THE NEW TESTAMENT Moessner

A survey of the primary theological interpretations of Jesus in the major New
Testament witnesses. Emphasis will be placed on the coherent christological
portraits of the particular individuals and communities represented in the New
Testament writings.
Prerequisites: BN141, BN161 3 credits

B673 HISTORY AND THEOLOGY OF THE EXILE Newsome

A survey of the political, military, and socio-economic history of the Jewish
people from the Fall of Jerusalem to the Judean Restoration. Special attention
will be given to the literature produced by prophetic and priestly figures and
upon the manner in which the events of this period impacted Israel's rela-
tionship to God.
Prerequisite: BN141 3 credits

B674 MEANING OF KEY OLD TESTAMENT WORDS Staff

A study of such words as salvation, sin, and covenant. Basic knowledge of
Hebrew and Greek required. 2 credits

B675 ROOTS OF NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTOLOGY Moessner

A seminar devoted to reading texts in translation from the intertestamental
period which describes Jewish hopes and expectations for a Messiah or
'Anointed One.' Particular attention will be focused on the ways New Tes-
tament texts both reflect and reject Jewish hopes and to the issues confronted
in preaching these texts in a Judeo-Christian context today.
Prerequisites: BN141, BN161; B514 strongly recommended 3 or 4 credits

B676 THEMES IN PAULINE THEOLOGY Cousar

Selected themes in the theology of Paul will be investigated in depth. The
course will be structured as a seminar with student opportunity for engaging
the rest of the class in a vigorous learning experience.
Prerequisite: BN161 3 credits

B677 NEW TESTAMENT ETHICS Cousar

A consideration of how the New Testament can be used in making moral
decisions, with special attention to the areas of war and peace. 3 credits

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B678 THEOLOGY OF THE CROSS IN THE NEW

TESTAMENT Cousar

A seminar providing an opportunity for interested students to engage in re-
search of an important New Testament theme. The primary concerns are
exegetical. 3 credits

Independent Studies

The following courses provide an opportunity to engage in individualized
work on various problems in the Biblical area under the supervision of an
instructor.

B692 EXEGETICAL RESEARCH IN

OLD TESTAMENT Gunn, Newsome

Any term Up to 4 credits

B693 RESEARCH IN OLD TESTAMENT CRITICISM OR

THEOLOGY Gunn, Newsome

Any term Up to 4 credits

B695 EXEGETICAL RESEARCH IN

NEW TESTAMENT Cousar, Moessner

Any term Up to 4 credits

B696 RESEARCH IN NEW TESTAMENT CRITICISM OR

THEOLOGY Cousar, Ormond, Moessner

Any term Up to 4 credits

HISTORICAL-DOCTRINAL AREA

FACULTY: Frederick O. Bonkovsky, G. Thompson Brown, T. Erskine
Clarke (Chairperson), Catherine Gunsalus Gonzalez, Shirley C.
Guthrie, Jr., C. Benton Kline, Jr., James A. Overbeck, Paul Smith.
VISITING INSTRUCTORS: Gonzalo Castillo-Cardenas, Martin H.
Cressey, Harvey Newman, Joanne Nurss, J. Stephen Rhodes, Benjamin
Wright.

Required Courses for M.Div and D.Min. (in-sequence) and as marked for
M.A. in Youth Ministry

HD121 THE CHURCH THROUGH THE REFORMATION

PERIOD Gonzalez

An introduction to the history of the Church, including its doctrine, structure,
and interaction with the surrounding culture. The period from the close of
the New Testament times through the seventeenth century will be studied.
Also required for M.A. in Youth Ministry
Fall 5 credits

HD122 THE MODERN CHURCH Clarke, Gonzalez

This course is a continuation of HD121. During the spring term a major focus
will be on the religious history of the United States. Special attention will be

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given to the relationship between religion and culture in American life.

4 credits

HD181 CHURCH AND CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY Staff

A study of the values, systems and structures which form the context for

ministry in the United States and the world today to provide insights and skills

for contemporary Christian witness. Also required for M.A. in Youth

Ministry.

Prerequisite: PN1 1 1

Spring 3 credits

HD233-234 REFORMED THEOLOGY Guthrie, Kline

A study of the doctrines of Reformed theology based on Calvin's Institutes,
the confessional writings of the Reformed tradition and the works of various
contemporary Reformed theologians in conversation with other theological
traditions and in the context of the ecumenical faith shared by all Christians.
Also required for M.A. in Youth Ministry.
Prerequisites: HD121, HD122

Fall 4 credits

Spring 2 credits

HD272 CHRISTIAN ETHICS Bonkovsky

A study of the Biblical, theological and philosophical foundations of Christian

ethics for guidance in Christian decision-making. Also required for M.A. in

Youth Ministry.

Prerequisite: HD181

Spring 3 credits

*HD33 1(431) CONTEMPORARY THEOLOGY

Guthrie, Kline, Gonzalez

A study of the efforts to express the truth of the Christian faith in the context

of the thought forms and issues of contemporary life in the church and the

world.

Spring 3 credits

These courses are in process of being revised into HD233, HD234, & HD241 .

Elective Courses

General

HD511 HISTORY OF THE DEVOTIONAL TRADITION

OF THE CHURCH Gonzalez

A consideration of the classic literature from various movements within the
church's history that have stressed the devotional life, including forms of

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monasticism, certain of the mystics, and later authors from both Protestant
and Roman Catholic circles. 2 credits

HD512 THE LIFE AND THOUGHT OF HOWARD

THURMAN Smith

An examination of the religious thought of Howard Thurman, one of the
20th century's foremost thinkers and theologians. His thoughts and works
will be weighed against contemporary black theologians and tapes of sermons
and other writings by Thurman will be used against the background of civil
rights, justice, reconciliation, love and freedom. 2 credits

HD610 INTRODUCTION TO THE AMERICAN CONTEXT Clarke

This course is designed to provide international students with an introductory
understanding of American religious, social, and cultural traditions.

3 credits

Historical Studies

HD521 MODERN CHURCH HISTORY IN THE

BRITISH ISLES Overbeck

Emphasis will be given to a survey of the history of Protestantism in Scotland,
England and Ireland from 1560 to the present, with special attention to the
history of Presbyterianism and origins of the Presbyterian movement in the
British Isles. 2 or 3 credits

HD524 THE LIBERAL TRADITION IN AMERICAN RELIGIOUS

LIFE Clarke

A seminar which explores the history of religious liberalism in the U.S.

2 or 3 credits

HD525 (725) ISSUES IN AMERICAN CULTURE Clarke

A study of critical cultural issues with special emphasis on technology and its
influences on contemporary American life. 2 credits

HD526 CONTEMPORARY RELIGIOUS MOVEMENTS Clarke

A seminar on contemporary movements in American religion, with special
emphasis on cults, sects, and para-church groups. 3 credits

HD528 EUROPEAN CHURCH IN AN AGE OF

REVOLUTION Overbeck

Beginning with the French Revolution of 1789, the course will investigate the
ways Christian churches have responded to and have been changed by revo-
lutions. A working definition of revolution (political, social, economic or

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intellectual) will be sought. Understanding the role of churches in contem-
porary revolutions will be one objective. 2 credits

HD529 THE CHURCH AND WOMEN Gonzalez

A seminar in which we will study the place women have held in the Church
throughout its history and the attitude of the Church toward women. We will
also discuss the present situation of women in the Church and view theolog-
ically the questions that are being raised by and about women. 3 credits

HD620 A HISTORY OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

(U.S.A.) Clarke

A study of the ways Presbyterians in the South have developed in relation to
a changing society. Special attention will be given to developments in theology,
social concerns, and institutional structures.
Prerequisite: HD122 3 credits

HD621 PERSPECTIVES ON THE MODERN EUROPEAN

REFORMED CHURCH Overbeck

The course will survey the establishment, development, character, and general
history of European Reformed churches in France, Switzerland, Germany,
Holland, Italy and Hungary. The origins, development, and operation of the
World Alliance of Reformed Churches will be examined. 2 credits

HD622 THE IMMIGRANTS AND THE CHURCHES Clarke

This seminar studies the history of immigration to the United States and the
role of the churches in the immigrants' lives. Special attention is given to
recent immigrant groups, in particular Korean. 2 or 3 credits

HD623 THE BLACK CHURCH: PAST AND PRESENT Clarke

A seminar on the black church its history and present character. The
development of the black church during slavery, its emergence from within
the structure of the white dominated church, and its historic role in the black
community will all be investigated. Special attention will be given to its present
character through visits and interviews. 2 or 3 credits

HD624 FROM DIXIE TO THE SUNBELT Clarke

A course intended to provide an understanding of the historical and social
context for ministry in the "New South." It is designed to help explore the
particular histories, traditions, and social forces which shape communities.

3 credits

HD625 REVIVALISM IN AMERICA Overbeck

A study of revivalism in American church history from Jonathan Edwards
through Billy Graham and the Jesus Movement, the course will focus on the

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techniques of revivalism, i.e., camp meetings, emotional preaching and Gospel
music. Denominations which have especially benefited from revivalism will
be emphasized. 2 or 3 credits

HD626 AMERICAN CIVIL RELIGION Overbeck

An investigation of the relationship between American politics, history and
religion (particularly Protestant Christianity). 2 or 3 credits

HD627 GREGORY, THE GREAT Gonzalez

Through a study of the letters and other writings of Gregory the Great this
seminar will look at the state of Europe and one Western Church in the pivotal
period of the late fifth and early sixth centuries. 3 credits

Doctrinal Studies

HD531 THE THEOLOGY OF CALVIN Gonzalez, Guthrie, Kline

A seminar which concentrates on the Institutes. Each year a different section
will be studied and compared with the subsequent development of Reformed
theology. 2 credits

HD633 THE THEOLOGIES OF SCHLEIERMACHER AND

KIERKEGAARD Gonzalez

A lecture course in which we will study the thought of these two major 19th
century theologians. Special attention will be given to comparing the structure
of their theologies and to their influence on 20th century thought.
Prerequisite: HD 121 -122 3 credits

HD634 (734) THE THEOLOGY OF KARL BARTH Guthrie

A seminar which studies intensively a section of the Church Dogmatics.
Prerequisites: HD23 3-234 2 credits

HD636 THEOLOGY: THE CALLING OF THE CHRISTIAN AND

THE CALLING OF THE CHURCH Guthrie

A seminar dealing with questions which arise from Karl Barth's Church Dog-
matics IV/3, 2nd half, and Barth's answers. 3 credits

HD637 (737) THE THEOLOGY OF PAUL TILLICH Kline

A study of one or more sections of Systematic Theology in the context of
classical Christian theology and contemporary theological thought.
Prerequisites: HD233-234 or permission of the instructor 3 credits

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HD639 THE THEOLOGY OF JURGEN MOLTMANN Guthrie

A seminar dealing with major themes in Moltmann's theology.
Prerequisites: HD233-234 2 credits

HD546 THEOLOGY OF LITURGY Gonzalez

A lecture and discussion course on the doctrinal significance of liturgical
practice: the liturgical year, the sacraments, parts of worship, etc. Special
attention will be given to the interpretation of Biblical texts within the liturg-
ical setting in which they are to be employed. 3 credits

HD643 THE THEOLOGY OF WORK Kline

A study of employment, jobs, careers, leisure, unemployment, retirement and
other issues of the workplace. A focus on ministry of the church to people in
relation to the world defined by work. 3 credits

HD644 PREACHING AT THE OCCASION OF THE

SACRAMENTS Gonzalez

A seminar-workshop which will be concerned with the relationship of preach-
ing and the sacraments. Particular attention will be given to the hermeneutical
significance of the sacraments in Biblical interpretation, as well as to the
theological significance of preaching on sacramental occasions. 2 credits

HD645 BAPTISM, EUCHARIST AND MINISTRY FINDING THE

WAY FORWARD Cressey

A review of the current ecumenical discussion of these central topics in the
Faith and Order Commission of the World Council and in interconfessional
dialogues. Twin purposes of the course are to find out if the doctrinal con-
vergences point a clear way forward in theology and to estimate their value
for the local church. 3 credits

HD647 LIBERATION THEOLOGY Guthrie

A study of various theologies written from the perspective of the people who
are oppressed and excluded. Special attention is given to theologies coming
from the "third world" and from blacks.
Prerequisites: HD233-234 2 credits

HD649 CONFESSIONAL LITERATURE OF THE

REFORMED CHURCHES Guthrie

A seminar making a comparative study of the Reformed Confessions of the

sixteenth, seventeenth, and twentieth centuries.

Prerequisites: HD233-234 4 credits

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ATA451 INTERSEMINARY SEMINAR Interseminary Staff

A seminar (composed of students and professors from Columbia, Candler
School of Theology, the Interdenominational Theological Center) to study a
current theological issue or theologian. 3 credits

Philosophical Studies

HD551 PHILOSOPHICAL INTRODUCTION Kline

A study of philosophical questions, terminology, and systems as they relate
to the theological formulations of the church. 2 credits

HD554 THE PHILOSOPHY OF RELIGION Kline

A study of classical and contemporary explorations of the nature of religion,
religious knowledge, the existence and nature of God, and the relation of God
to the world.
Prerequisite: A basic course in philosophy 3 credits

HD652 THEOLOGY AND LANGUAGE Kline

An exploration of the nature of religious language and problems of theological

expression.

Prerequisites: HD233-234 2 or 4 credits

HD655 PROCESS PHILOSOPHY AND THEOLOGY Kline

A study of the impact of Whitehead, Hartshorne, and evolutionary thought

on contemporary theological formulation.

Prerequisite: A course in modern philosophy or permission of instructor

3 credits

Mission and Ecumenics

HD561 SEMINAR ON INTERNATIONAL MISSION Brown

A survey course for those entering the parish ministry with the purpose of
understanding the world mission of the church in the contemporary scene.
The following themes will be examined: Biblical basis of mission, theology of
mission, historical survey, world Christianity today, the mission program of
the Presbyterian Church (USA). The following contemporary issues will be
discussed: The ecumenical movement, economic justice and development, the
church growth movement, cross cultural evangelism, Christianity and culture.

2 or 3 credits

HD562 CHRISTIAN UNITY: THE ECUMENICAL

MOVEMENT Brown

A study of the Ecumenical Movement including the following subjects: the
Biblical and theological basis for unity, history of the worldwide Christian
movement, unity and mission, the national and world Councils of Churches,
local participation in the movement toward unity. 2 or 3 credits

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HD563 AREA STUDIES ASIA, AFRICA, LATIN AMERICA Brown

A seminar which deals with the history, distinctive characteristics, and present
status of Christianity in a specific geographic area against the background of
the political, social and economic situation. Will focus on opportunities for
mission, current issues and ecumenical relationships. Each year the seminar
is offered, a different geographical area will be considered. 2 or 3 credits

HD662 CHRISTIAN ENCOUNTER WITH OTHER

RELIGIONS Brown

A seminar dealing with the relationship of the Christian faith to living religions
of today. Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam and the religions of China will be
explored. Will focus on the relationship between the lordship of Jesus Christ
and issues of religious pluralism, dialogue, and the impact of Eastern religious
cults on American life. 3 credits

HD663 CHRISTIANITY IN CHINA TODAY Brown

A case study of Christianity in a Marxist Society which will deal with the rise
of Christianity and Communism in the world's oldest and most populous
country. Emphasis will be on the reemergence of the church in a post-Maoist
China. Implications for the mission of the church in the U.S. and the Third
World are a major focus. 2 or 3 credits

HD664 CONTEMPORARY ROMAN CATHOLIC

THEOLOGY Gonzalez

A view of recent developments in Roman Catholic theology based particularly

upon the documents of the Second Vatican Council and the writings of Karl

Rahner.

Prerequisites: HD 121 -122 4 credits

Ethics and Society

HD570 CRISIS ETHICS Bonkovsky

A seminar to discuss if our post- 1945 knowledge of the Holocaust has fun-
damentally changed ethics and theology. The crises of Christianity and West-
ern culture represented in Hiroshima and Auschwitz will also be studied.

3 credits

HD572 INTERNATIONAL AND COMMUNITY

PEACEMAKING Bonkovsky

A seminar focussing on ongoing research and the discussion in the church and
national politics. 2 or 3 credits

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HD576 BIBLICAL ETHICS Bonkovsky

In whatever activities persons are involved, public or private (e.g., religion,
politics, marriage, sex, economics, war), the commands of God reach us. A
study of Biblical Ethics thus centers on the authority they bring to our lives
and the directions in which we are led.
Prerequisites: Previous work in Bible and in ethics 3 credits

HD579 MEDICINE, RELIGION AND THE MINISTER Bonkovsky

An exploration of the ethics of religion and medicine as it relates to ministry,
with emphasis given to special media resources on the topics of death and
dying; genetic engineering; the human body, a gift of God; and euthanasia.
Ethical dilemmas regarding rights of patient, physician and minister are ex-
plored. 2 or 3 credits

HD670 SOCIOLOGICAL STUDY OF THE CHURCH

AND THE COMMUNITY Newman

This course will focus on the interaction between the church and the com-
munity through an analysis of the setting in which the church functions.

3 credits

HD671 ETHICS AND CHURCH LIFE Bonkovsky

Numerous ethical questions arise in the contemporary parish. This course
focuses on several major issues and on the ways in which the Christian com-
munity does ethics and ministry.
Prerequisite: Previous work in ethics 3 credits

HD672 ETHICS AND INTERNATIONAL POLICY Bonkovsky

Consideration of the ways in which nations and other international actors,
such as churches and multi-national corporations, act, with special attention
to the values which do and may influence behavior.
Prerequisite: Previous work in ethics 3 credits

HD673 CURRENT ISSUES IN ETHICS Bonkovsky

Utilization of Biblical, theoretical, and empirical data in consideration of
several important issues, such as economics, money, obligations, amnesty,
censorship, and pornography.
Prerequisite: Previous work in ethics 3 credits

HD674 ETHICAL ISSUES IN CIVIL SOCIETY Bonkovsky

This seminar will consider value conflicts in business and professions and
other major contemporary issue areas. 3 credits

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HD675 ETHICS AND URBAN LIFE Bonkovsky

Consideration of ethical issues in the history and current life of American
cities, especially Atlanta, Georgia. A central, organizing theme is the relation
of sub-sections of the city to the interests of the broader urban community.
Prerequisite: Previous work in ethics and permission of the instructor

3 credits

HD676 SPIRITUALITY AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Overbeck

Spirituality as an expression of the life of the Church in modern Europe
post sixteenth century is the focus of this study. Prominent church leaders,
movements within the churches, and the reaction of Christians to major public
and social crises will be examined in the context of models or doctrines of
ministry. Protestant churches in England, Germany, France, Switzerland, and
the Scandinavian countries and Roman Catholic churches in France, Italy,
Spain, and Germany will be studied. 2 or 3 credits

HD677 CRITICAL ISSUES IN THE SOCIOLOGY OF RELIGION

Cas tillo- Cardenas

A panoramic survey of the major developments in the field since the time of
the "classics." The emphasis is on the present status of the theses originally
presented by Marx, Weber, Durkheim, Malinowski about the nature and func-
tion of religion. 3 credits

HD678 ETHICAL THINKERS Bonkovsky

A study of the writings of several recent ethicists with special attention to

their methods and sources in "doing ethics." Thinkers may include Bon-

hoeffer, Brunner, Frankena, Gustafson, Haering, H.R. Niebuhr, and

Ramsey.

Prerequisite: Previous work in ethics 3 credits

HD679 PEACEMAKING AND MINISTRY Bonkovsky

A seminar, beginning with the PCUS-UP paper, "Peacemaking: The Believ-
er's Calling," and with readings of reflection by international churches on
peacemaking. Contemporary developments in the PCUSA, in Washington,
DC, and in other denominations and polities also will be considered; and
attention will be given to such issues as ministry and nuclear fear, economic
instability, and family break-up. 3 credits

INDEPENDENT STUDIES

The following courses provide an opportunity to engage in individualized
work on various topics in the Historical-Doctrinal Area under the supervision
of an instructor.

HD691 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN HISTORY Clarke, Gonzalez

Any term Up to 4 credits

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HD693 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN THEOLOGY Guthrie, Kline

Any term Up to 4 credits

HD695 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN PHILOSOPHY Kline

Any term Up to 4 credits

HD696 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN MISSION AND

ECUMENICS Brown

Any term Up to 4 credits

HD697 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN ETHICS Bonkovsky

Any term Up to 4 credits

HD698 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN BLACK STUDIES Smith

Any term Up to 4 credits

PASTORAL AREA

FACULTY: Robert Leon Carroll, Jr., Peter C. Carruthers, Douglas W. Hix,
Wade P. Huie, Jr., Oscar J. Hussel, Ben C. Johnson, Sara Covin Juengst,
Jasper N. Keith (Chairperson), John H. Patton, Robert H. Ramey, Jr.,
Lucy A. Rose, Edward A. Trimmer, Christine Wenderoth.
VISITING INSTRUCTORS: Zane Alexander, F. Barry Davies, Robert
Johnston, David Steel, Hubert Taylor, Stuart McWilliam.

Required Courses for M.Div. and D.Min. (in-sequence)

PN111 BECOMING A MINISTER TO PERSONS Staff

This course seeks to enable students to grow in their understanding of persons
and the nature of ministry. It provides a foundation for other disciplines
within the pastoral field. Topics considered are the church's ministry, personal
development, and community life.
Fall 3 credits

PN121 THE MINISTRY OF TEACHING Hussel, Trimmer

An introduction to the teaching ministry of the church, including the philos-
ophy and structure of Christian education, and the place of educational work
in the life of the congregation. Attention will be given to the involvement of
the pastor in education and the development of an educational style of
ministry.

Prerequisite: PN11 1
Spring 3 credits

PN141 THE MINISTRY OF WORSHIP WITH PREACHING

Huie, Rose

A study of the ministry of public worship in its traditional and contemporary

expressions with special concern for preaching as it relates to the Biblical text,

the congregation, and the preacher.

Prerequisites: BN151, BN152, PN111

Spring 3 credits

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P232 MINISTRY TO PERSONS Keith

The course seeks to provide an understanding of pastoral care as a ministry
of the church. Specific themes and skills related to the pastoral care of persons
in their life experiences are explored through classroom presentations, ver-
batim materials, and literature. Each student is required to take SM211 in
conjunction with this course.
Prerequisite: PN11 1
Fall or Spring 2 credits

*P221 EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM AND LEADERSHIP

DEVELOPMENT Hussel

General models of planning will be examined and applied for education in the
congregation. Leadership recruitment, development and support are stressed
and specific methods considered. Planned choice of curriculum and educa-
tional resources is included, with examination of specific resources.
Fall 2 credits

*P241 PRACTICUM IN WORSHIP AND PREACHING Huie or Rose

Students prepare projects on different worship concerns and develop as com-
municators of the Gospel with the help of video and by preaching in a local
church before a group of lay people, peers, and the professor.
Prerequisite: PN141
Fall and Spring 2 credits

*P251 WORSHIP IN THE REFORMED TRADITION Staff

A study of the history, theology, and practice of worship in the Reformed

tradition. The development of worship from the New Testament to the current

day will be surveyed, with particular attention to the Reformed tradition in

Europe and North America. Reformed views of Word and sacrament will be

examined, and lab exercises in the conduct of various worship services will be

given.

Spring 2 credits

*P271 THE PASTOR AS EVANGELIST Johnson

This course will explore a practical approach to evangelism for the parish

minister, explore the evangelistic potentials of each dimension of pastoral

ministry (i.e., worship) and concentrate on developing evangelistic

methodologies.

Spring 2 credits

*Students who entered before September, 1984 are required to take at least
one of these courses and may take another as an elective.

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P31 1(41 1)-312 CHURCH AND MINISTRY Ramey and Staff

A consideration of the theory and practice of the church and its ministry
especially for ordained ministers in the PC(USA) in terms of the nature of
church and of ministry in context, polity, and leadership skills. Students will
be assigned to a congregation and make other observation visits.
Prerequisites: SM210, HD233-234
Fall and Spring 3 credits each semester

Required Courses of M.A. in Youth Ministry

PN121 THE MINISTRY OF TEACHING Hussel, Trimmer

An introduction to the teaching ministry of the church, including the philos-
ophy and structure of Christian education, and the place of educational work
in the life of the congregation. Attention will be given to the involvement of
the pastor in education and the development of an educational style of min-
istry. 3 credits

P142 WORSHIP WITH YOUTH Trimmer

A study of the foundations and purposes of worship and application, in a

variety of ways, with youth.

Winter 2 credits

P221 EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM AND LEADERSHIP

DEVELOPMENT YOUTH Hussel

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General models of planning and decision making are examined and applied

in ministry with youth through leadership recruitment, development and sup-
port and through knowledge of basic denominational programs and resources.

2 credits

P527 ADULT EDUCATION IN THE CONGREGATION Staff

A study of adults as learners and of forms of education for participation in

the life and mission of the church and for the Christian life.

Spring 3 credits

P623 THE CHILD AND THE CHURCH Trimmer

An examination of the sociological and anthropological context of the child

in America together with the implications for the church and its ministry to

children.

Prerequisite: PN121 3 credits

P625 BASIC MINISTRY WITH YOUTH Trimmer

A beginning exploration into the sociological and psychological basis for min-
istry for and with adolescents, including theoretical issues, examination of
successful models, developmental concerns and resources available. 3 credits

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P626 ADVANCED MINISTRY WITH YOUTH Trimmer

Continues the exploration into ministry with/for youth. Specialized concerns
such as spiritual formation, evangelism, stewardship, confirmation, juvenile
delinquency are developed as well as continuing the dialogue for a wholistic
understanding of youth ministry.
Prerequisites: PN121, P625 3 credits

Elective Courses

General

P513 PERSONS AND MINISTRY Staff

The issues of adulthood, vocation, parenting, and aging are studied as these

relate to ministry. The course builds on the foundation provided by PN111

and seeks to deepen understanding of ministry to persons in their

development.

Prerequisite: PN1 11 2 credits

P519 THE MINISTER'S LIBRARY Overbeck

How to select, catalogue, organize, maintain, and update the library required
in current ministry. Also included is how to prepare a bibliography, preser-
vation of papers and artifacts, and how to select and operate media equip-
ment. 2 credits

Christian Education

P522 BECOMING A SKILLED TEACHER Hussel

A workshop approach to learning such teacher skills as writing lesson goals,
developing a lesson plan including activities and resources selection
classroom control and evaluation procedures. 2 credits

P525 FAITH DEVELOPMENT ACROSS THE LIFE

CYCLE Wenderoth

Faith development throughout the human life cycle will be explored using
Fowler's schema supplemented by life span developmental theory. Implica-
tions for a program of Christian nurture in the congregation will be probed.
There will be particular emphasis on intergenerational learning activities.
Prerequisites: PN1 1 1, PN121 2 or 3 credits

P527 ADULT EDUCATION IN THE CONGREGATION Hussel

A study of the adult and of adult education for participation in the life and

mission of the church and for the Christian life.

Prerequisites: PN111, PN121 3 credits

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P528 HISTORY AND THEORY OF CHRISTIAN

EDUCATION Trimmer

A reading course available focusing on the major historical and modern "clas-
sics" in Christian education, including such authors as Bushnell, Coe, Smith,
Nelson and Groome.
Prerequisite: PN121 1 to 3 credits

P623 THE CHURCH AND THE CHILD Trimmer

The sociological and anthropological context of the child in America will be
examined along with the implications that context holds for the church and
its ministry to children. 3 credits

P625 BASIC MINISTRY WITH YOUTH Trimmer

A beginning exploration into the sociological and psychological basis for min-
istry for and with adolescents, including theoretical issues, examination of
successful models, developmental concerns and resources available. 3 credits

P626 ADVANCED MINISTRY WITH YOUTH Trimmer

Continues the exploration into ministry with/for youth. Specialized concerns
such as spiritual formation, evangelism, stewardship, confirmation, juvenile
delinquency are developed as well as continuing the dialogue for a wholistic
understanding of youth ministry.
Prerequisites: PN121, P625 3 credits

P627 OUTDOOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Trimmer

An exploration of the theory, theology and practice behind the use of outdoor
settings in Christian education, including camp and retreat settings, the use
of recreation and group life.
Prerequisite: PN121 3 credits

P628 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AND SPECIAL

EDUCATION Trimmer

An introduction to the field of "special" education, including the areas of
mental retardation, physical handicap, emotional disturbance, and learning
disabilities, with an eye toward developing ways of mainstreaming this pop-
ulation into the educational life of the Church, developing distinct educational
ministries to specific populations, and developing support services within the
local congregational context.
Prerequisite: PN121 2 or 3 credits

P629 EDUCATING FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE Trimmer

Designed to help pastors or those becoming pastors, who are concerned with
the issues of peace and justice, find ways of integrating those concerns into
the educational and spiritual life of both congregations and individuals.
Prerequisites: PN1 1 1, PN121 2 or 3 credits

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Pastoral Care and Counseling

P531 PASTORAL CARE AND THEOLOGY Keith

Through lectures and reading seminars the literature in the field of pastoral
care will be examined. Models for doing pastoral care and theological ground-
ings of the pastoral approaches will be explicated.
Prerequisites: PN231, SM211 2 or 3 credits

P533 PASTORAL CARE IN PRIMARY MOMENTS Keith

Lectures and case studies dealing with selected primary moments in the de-
velopmental process and some common critical incidents that call for pastoral
care to developing persons. 2 or 3 credits

P534 PASTORAL CARE OF MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE Keith

This course focuses on current developments and issues in marriage and family
life as these relate to ministry. Various types of ministry to marriage and
family life will be explored. Particular attention will be given to a theological
understanding of marriage and family life.
Prerequisite: PN1 11 2 or 3 credits

P535 MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT Keith

A seminar for couples, discussing issues in contemporary Christian marriage
and engaging in enrichment experiences, in order to strengthen the partici-
pants' marriages and prepare them for ministry to other marriages. 2 credits

P538 MINISTRY TO DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED PERSONS

Keith, Hall

A seminar discussing the disabilities and handicaps, personal and family dy-
namics, and enlightened treatment of developmentally disabled persons plus
five hours per week of clinical experience at the Georgia Retardation Center.
Prerequisites: PN232, SM211 3 credits

P539 MINISTRY TO TROUBLED PERSONS Keith

A seminar discussing the dynamics and behaviors of deeply troubled persons,

plus five hours per week of clinical experience.

Prerequisites: PN232, SM21 1 2 or 3 credits

P630 PASTORAL CARE AND THE AGING PROCESS Staff

This course explores a variety of issues relating to the aging process and older
adults. Community resources for the care of the aged are identified. Specific
proposals for parish programs are developed. Throughout the course, theo-
logical dimensions of the aging process are sought.
Prerequisites: PN232, SM211 2 credits

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P631 RESEARCH IN THE LITERATURE OF MARRIAGE

THERAPY Phillips

This course seeks to provide an in-depth understanding of the literature, the-
ories, and concepts of the major schools of marital therapy. Major theroeti-
cians will be considered and related to the field of pastoral counseling of
marriages. 2 credits

P632 RESEARCH IN THE LITERATURE OF FAMILY THERAPY

Keith

This course seeks to provide an in-depth understanding of the literature, the-
ories, and concepts of the major schools of family therapy. Major theoreti-
cians will be considered and related to the field of pastoral counseling of
families. 2 or 3 credits

P633 RESEARCH IN PASTORAL CARE Keith

This course will research the literature, study the personalities, and consider
the historical context of the pastoral care movement in the U.S. in the 20th
century. 3 credits

P634 PASTORAL CARE OF MARRIAGE AND

FAMILY LIFE Staff

A study of current developments and issues in marriage and family life as
these relate to ministry. Particular attention is given to a theological under-
standing of marriage and family life and a variety of ministries to families.

3 or 4 credits

P635 THEOLOGICAL DIMENSIONS OF PASTORAL CARE Staff

This course will explore theological dimensions of pastoral care, along with
certain understandings from psychodynamic theories and family systems the-
ory, as one foundation for parish ministry. Particular attention will be given
to the use of community resources and consultation. D.Min. course.

3 credits

P636 RESEARCH IN PASTORAL SUPERVISION Keith

This course will research philosophies of education, theories of learning and
methods of supervision for a ministry of pastoral supervision. 2 or 3 credits

P637 PASTORAL CARE AND GRIEF Keith

A study of the pastoral care response in situations of loss, the dimensions of
the grief process, and the dynamics of personality involved in grief. Events
of pastoral care in grief will be shared by the participants. 3 credits

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P638 GRADUATE COUNSELING PRACTICUM Staff

Graduate students in the pastoral counseling program are admitted to one of
the several local pastoral counseling centers to work with persons in trouble
under careful supervision. It is expected that a student will have sufficient
supervision, in addition to other requirements, to qualify for membership in
the American Association of Pastoral Counseling, Inc. Limited to students in
the Th.M. in Pastoral Counseling.
Prerequisite: Oral examination by theological professors and supervisors.

6 credits

639a RESEARCH IN PASTORAL SUPERVISION Keith

This course will research philosophies of education, theories of learning and

methods of supervision for a ministry of pastoral supervision.

Fall and Spring 6 credits

P639b THEOLOGICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL UNDERSTANDING
OF SELF FOR PASTORAL COUNSELING Johnston

This course will explore theological dimensions of pastoral care along with
certain understanding from psycho-dynamic theories and family styles theory
for working in parish ministry. Particular attention is given to use of com-
munity resources for the parish minister in pastoral care functioning.

3 credits

Worship

P544 CHURCH MUSIC AND HYMNOLOGY Davies

A workshop dealing with practical ways of using music in the pastorate in-
cluding the learning of basic skills in elementary music-reading, use of hand
bells, choosing music for congregations, and looking briefly at the history
and theology of hymns. 2 credits

P641 SPECIAL WORSHIP SERVICES Huie

A seminar-laboratory course in which we seek to understand the meaning of
special occasions for worship such as baptism, communion, funerals, wed-
dings, etc., and learn creative and effective ways of leading them.
Prerequisite: PN141 2 or 4 credits

P642 LITURGY AND LEARNING Staff

A seminar/workshop exploring dimensions of life and ministry where edu-
cational and liturgical concerns are joined.
Prerequisites: PN121 and PN141 2 or 3 credits

Preaching

P551 TASTING SERMONS Huie

A seminar to study and discuss contemporary sermons by reading or listening/
viewing on tape. Beginning with sermons in The Twentieth Century Pulpit, a

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variety of types and styles of sermons which represent various denominations
and different groups (such as Southerners, women, theologians, "electric
preachers") are tasted. 2 credits

P553 PREACHING FROM THE PSALMS AND ST. JOHN'S

GOSPEL Steel

The course will deal with some of the wide variety of themes in the Psalms
and their relevance to the work of preaching and pastor. 2 or 3 credits

P554 PREACHING THROUGH THE AGES McWilliam

This course will be concerned with the history of preaching and the manner
in which this is illustrated by representative preachers throughout the ages,
beginning with Augustine. It will seek to discover how their preaching was
affected by events of the time and how events of the time were influenced by
their preaching. 2 or 3 credits

P556 PSALMS: PRIMER FOR PRAYER AND PREACHING Steel

A seminar to explore the duties of ministers and the conducting of public
worship and preaching of the Word by using the Book of Pslams.

2 or 3 credits

P652 PREACHING THROUGH THE APOSTLES CREED Steel

The course will explore the results of the preaching of the Creed in very
different pastorates. 2 or 3 credits

P653 PREACHING ON NEGLECTED THEMES McWilliam

A series of lectures dealing with preaching on neglected themes. Among the
subjects dealt with will be Judgment and the Second Coming, Death and the
Communion of Saints, Confession, Healing and the Preaching of the Miracles
in a Scientific Age. 2 credits

P657 PREACHING THROUGH THE CHURCH YEAR McWilliam

This series of lectures will deal with problems peculiar to preaching in the
latter half of the 20th century with particular attention to themes often ne-
glected in the preaching of the "main stream churches" by reason of their
difficulty. 3 credits

P659 VARIETIES IN PREACHING Rose

This course will explore a variety of sermon types and creative ways to use
the imagination in preaching. 2 credits

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Comm unica tion

P560 THE MINISTER AS A SPEAKER Taylor

A study of the principles of healthy and effective vocal expression and the
application of these to speech in pulpit, committee meeting, and conference.

3 credits

P561 USE OF MUSIC IN CHURCH ACTIVITIES Davies

A weekly workshop to teach basic skills in elementary music-reading, use of
handbells and dealing with practical ways of using music in the pastorate.

2 credits

P565 COLUMBIA CHOIR Davies

A course for students interested in learning about church music through sing-
ing in a choir. May be taken for a maximum of 2 semesters for credit.

1 credit per semester

Evangelism

P571 CONTEMPORARY DISCIPLESHIP Johnson

An exploration of the classical spiritual disciplines and their application to
modern Christians. A reproducible, laboratory approach. 2 credits

P572 INTRODUCTION TO EVANGELISM Johnson

An examination of the meaning of evangelism from both theological and
historical perspectives, with a focus on pastoral ministry. 3 credits

P573 EVANGELISM FOCUS Johnson

A course to train students to lead and participate in a week-end event of
witnessing, teaching, and preaching. Requires involvement in a week-end
event in a congregation. P571 recommended. 2 credits

P574 EVANGELISM AND PERSONAL WHOLENESS Johnson

Toward a theology and practice of evangelism which contributes to personal

wholeness and personal growth.

Prerequisite: PN1 11 2 credits

P576 SPIRITUAL FORMATION IN PREPARATION FOR MINISTRY

Johnson, Ramey

A course which provides a setting for spiritual growth. It offers instruction
in prayer, provides structured group experiences and mutual support, and
*ims to strengthen ministerial formation. 1 credit

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P671 TOWARD A THEOLOGY OF

EVANGELISM Johnson, Wenderoth

Beginning with a study of key theological categories Revelation, Salvation,
the Spiritual Presence, Salvation and the Church students will work toward
developing evangelistic methods appropriate in a variety of contemporary
situations. 3 credits

P672 C. JUNG AND SPIRITUALITY Johnson

A seminar which investigates the seminal categories in the thought of Carl
Jung and the implications of his thought for developing Christian spirituality.

2 or 3 credits

P673 EVANGELISM AND NEW CHURCH DEVELOPMENT Johnson

An examination of alternative strategies for beginning new congregations,
with a focus on equipping ministers for this task. 2 credits

P674 CREATING EFFECTIVE EVANGELISTIC MODELS Johnson

An examination of the principles required to create and evaluate effective
models of evangelism. Enables the student to create an effective evangelistic
emphasis which is contextually informed and theology faithful. 2 credits

P675 THEOLOGY AND PRACTICE OF EVANGELISM

IN THE LOCAL CHURCH Johnson

An exploration of personal witness and social action as essential ingredients
of evangelism and the theological assumptions of such an approach with em-
phasis given to practical methodology for doing the evangelistic task.

3 credits

P676 STAGES OF FAITH AND EVANGELISM Johnson

The aim of this course is to develop a holistic understanding and practice of
evangelism in pastoral ministry. Holistic refers both to the whole person and
the whole life span. Using Fowler's "Stages of Faith" model, the class will
explore its implications for evangelism. Practical application to the student's
life and ministry will be stressed. 3 or 4 credits

P677 THEOLOGY AND PRACTICE OF EVANGELISM IN

THE LOCAL CHURCH Johnson

This course will be an exploration of personal witness and social action as
essential ingredients of evangelism and the theological assumptions of such
an approach. Emphasis will also be given to practical methodology for doing
the evangelistic task. 3 credits

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Church Administration

P582 CHURCH ADMINISTRATION Ramey

A course that analyzes personal leadership styles, and develops skills in man-
agement such as planning, goal setting, team building, problem solving, and
conflict management. 2 credits

P583 MULTIPLE MINISTRY AND STAFF Ramey

An investigation of the meaning and forms of multiple ministry, situations in
which it is taking place, factors in good staff relationships and their imple-
mentation, and personnel administration. 2 credits

P584 BUILDING CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY Ramey

A course which deals with the dynamics and philosophies of various small
groups in the church and explores ways to start and maintain such groups.

3 credits

P587 COMPUTERS, THEOLOGY AND THE CHURCH Nurss, Smith

A course designed to examine theological implications of computers in modern
society with an emphasis on the role of computers in the ministry of the
church. 3 credits

P681 PRINCIPLES OF VITAL CHURCH LEADERSHIP Ramey

The purpose of the course is 1) to study principles and practice of servant-
leadership and System 4 management; and 2) to apply that study to leadership
development, recruiting volunteers, staff relationships, conflict management,
communication, planning, and activating the local congregation.
Prerequisite: P311 3 or 4 credits

P682(782) MANAGING CONFLICT IN THE LOCAL CHURCH Ramey

A course which examines the types of conflict in the local church from Bibl-
ical, theological, and sociological perspectives; also explores styles and prin-
ciples of effective conflict management. 3 credits

P685 ACTIVATING THE LOCAL CONGREGATION Ramey

A course which examines the varied strategies currently being used to activate
churches, including goal setting by the congregation, creative program devel-
opment, spiritual formation, renewal through worship, changing structures,
and leadership development. 3 credits

P686 SPIRITUAL FORMATION Ramey

A course which studies and applies experientially the traditional ways persons
grow in grace through prayer, meditation, journal keeping, reading devotional

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classes, worship, spiritual direction, and participation in the community of
faith; also studies ways to give authentic spiritual direction to a congregation.

3 or 4 credits

Independent Studies

The following courses are designed for students who are interested in further
study beyond the regular course offerings in the Pastoral Area. Permission
of the instructor is required.

P691 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN MINISTRY
Any term

P692

Ramey
Up to 4 credits

INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CHRISTIAN
EDUCATION

Any term

P693 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN PASTORAL THEOLOGY
AND COUNSELING

Any term

P694 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN WORSHIP
Any term

P695 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN PREACHING
Any term

P696

Hussel, Trimmer
Up to 4 credits

Keith
Up to 4 credits

Huie, Rose
Up to 4 credits

Huie, Rose
Up to 4 credits

INDEPENDENT STUDY IN SPIRITUAL
FORMATION

Any term

P697 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN EVANGELISM
AND CHURCH GROWTH

Any term

P698 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN POLITY AND
ADMINISTRATION

Any term

P699 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN NEW AND SMALL
CHURCH DEVELOPMENT

Any term

INTERDISCIPLINARY COURSES

Required Courses for M.Div. and D.Min. (in-sequence)

1342(442) THEOLOGY AND PREACHING Huie or Rose and

Biblical or Historical-Doctrinal Staff

An integrative course to enable students to understand the exegetical, theo-
logical, and contextual personal and social dimensions of the act of preach-
ing and to practice these skills.
Fall, Spring 2 credits

Johnson, Ramey
Up to 4 credits

Johnson
Up to 4 credits

Ramey
Up to 4 credits

Ramey
Up to 4 credits

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1402 EVALUATION AND PROJECTION OF MINISTRY

DEVELOPMENT Carroll

At the conclusion of the intern year, D.Min. (in-sequence) students evaluate
their intern experience in terms of personal growth, professional behavior,
and development skills; integrate emerging understandings of the form and
nature of ministry into a theory of ministry, and prepare a plan for future
development in ministry.
Summer 2 credits

1411-412-413 DOCTORAL PROJECT SEMINAR Hussel, Wenderoth

This seminar for D.Min. (in-sequence) candidates includes development of a

project proposal and securing of a project committee and research and writing

of the dissertation. As necessary, research methods and dissertation format

are included.

Prerequisites: SM41 1-412-413-414

Summer 2 credits

Fall 2 credits

Winter 4 credits

1414 ADVANCED SEMINAR IN MINISTRY Ramey

This seminar for D.Min. (in-sequence) candidates focuses on a final assess-
ment for ministry and includes consideration of issues in ministry desired by
the students.
Spring 2 credits

Special Courses of D. Min. (in-sequence) students

1422 THE MINISTER IN CONTEMPORARY NOVELS Guthrie

Study of current novels in which the protagonist is a minister in order to
understand cultural images of a minister and to examine these from a Re-
formed theological perspective.
Winter 3 credits

1423 LUKAN PERSPECTIVES ON MINISTRY Ormond

A stystmatic study of the ministry of Jesus in the Gospel of Luke will be used
as the basis for exploring issues in contemporary ministry. In addition to
exegetical and theological readings in Lukan studies, case studies taken from
the ministry settings of the participants will be examined.
Winter 3 credits

1623 BIBLICAL FAITH AND ECONOMIC JUSTICE Guthrie

An exploration of issues of economic justice which arise on the personal,
community, national and global levels in the light of the Biblical witness.
Winter 3 credits

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1624 MINISTRY IN THE GOSPEL OF LUKE Ormond

A course for students taking an intern year. The course deals with selected
passages from the Gospel of Luke which throw light on the nature of the
ministry of Jesus and upon our ministry. Students will lead the class in a
discussion of one of these passages and will present a case study from their
own experience which they feel is related to the passage.
Winter 3 credits

Elective Courses

1601 FROM TEXT TO SERMON Huie and Ormond

A laboratory course using one particular book of the Bible where students

work from particular texts to written sermons.

Prerequisites: PN141, BN151, BN152 3 credits

1662 INTERNATIONALIZING MINISTRY Huie

A course to deepen insight and extend ministry through exposure to the Third
World. The middle two weeks are spent in a Third World country. In recent
years this was Jamaica at the United Theological College of West Indies.
Winter 4 credits

1671 EVANGELISM AND MISSION Brown, Johnson

A course to provide an introduction to the understanding and practice of
evangelism and mission for those engaged in ministry in local congregations.
The course includes cross-cultural evangelism, ecumenical and international
dimensions of mission, strategies for communicating the gospel, changing
patterns of world mission, and a forward look at evangelism and mission in
the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) 2 or 3 credits

1702 PREACHING FROM THE OLD TESTAMENT Newsome

The seminar will examine methods by which the Old Testament is to be in-
terpreted. Specific texts will then be addressed and students will present ser-
mons prepared in outline for peer response. Required reading will include
John Bright's The Authority of the Old Testament. 3 credits

SUPERVISED MINISTRY

Required Courses for M.Div. and D.Min. (in-sequence)

SM210 SUPERVISED MINISTRY: PARISH Carroll and Staff

This required ten-week program of supervised ministry in the parish is de-
signed to help the student integrate the learnings of A component courses with
the actual practice of ministry, under the supervision of a competent pastor.
Emphasis is placed on the development of ministerial skills and pastoral iden-
tity. The student is involved in a broad range of parish ministry including

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preaching/worship, teaching, pastoral care and program leadership. A process
of reflection and evaluation is also part of the course. Teaching congregations
and student placements are approved by the Director of Supervised Ministry
and the Supervised Ministry Committee.
Summer 6 credits

SM211 SUPERVISED MINISTRY: HOSPITAL Keith

This course, taken in conjunction with PN232 during the B Component in-
cludes an intensive involvement in ministry to persons in a clinical setting
together with seminars to reflect on the nature of that involvement. Super-
vision and placement are provided through accredited CPE Centers in the
metropolitan Atlanta area.
Fall or Spring 3 credits

SM311 SUPERVISED MINISTRY:

COMMUNITY Bonkovsky, Carroll,

and Staff

Focusing on the issue of criminal justice as one specific context for the
church's ministry to community, students learn through on-site visits in an
Atlanta prison, small group seminars for theological reflection, and plenary
sessions for presentations by faculty and guest leaders.
Fall 2 credits

SM41 1-412-413-414 SUPERVISED MINISTRY: INTERN YEAR Carroll

This course, which is required of all candidates for the D.Min. (in sequence)
degree, is a twelve-month internship in a context which is consistent with the
student's educational goals. It is designed to help the student grow in minis-
terial identity and competence, utilizing a process of experience, reflection
and evaluation, under the supervision of a competent, ordained minister.
Required components of this internship include a two-week, on-campus, in-
terdisciplinary course during the Winter Term (3 hours credit) and the one-
week, on-campus seminar, "Evaluation of Ministry" (1-402) in August (3
hours credit). Supervisors, context and placements are approved by the Di-
rector of Supervised Ministry.
Twelve-month period 26 credits

Required Courses for M.A. in Youth Ministry

SM212 SUPERVISED MINISTRY: YOUTH Trimmer

Similar to SM210; the concepts and methods learned in Year One are expe-
rienced and tested in the variety of activities related to youth ministry in a
congregation or other settings. Both CPE and international placements are
available.
Summer 6 credits

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SM213-214 SUPERVISED MINISTRY: YOUTH Trimmer

Working a limited number of hours weekly in a congregation or other set-
ting from September through May students will reflect upon their work
experiences and upon issues, such as administration, leadership, styles, staff
relationships.
Fall and Spring 3 credits each term

Elective Courses

SM610 CLINICAL PASTORAL EDUCATION UNIT

Columbia Theological Seminary is a member of the Association for Clinical
Pastoral Education. A student may participate in a unit of Basic CPE in those
institutions accredited by ACPE.
Any term, usually Summer 6 credits*

SM61 1-612-613-614 CLINICAL PASTORAL EDUCATION

INTERNSHIP

Students may participate in units of Advanced CPE in institutions accredited
by ACPE.

Twelve-month period 20 credits*

(non-credit for Th.M. students)

SM615 SUPERVISED URBAN CLINICAL UNIT

Through the Urban Training Organization of Atlanta, students negotiate work
placements and serve under both field supervisors and supervisors from the
staff of UTOA.
Any term, usually Summer 6 credits*

SM616-617-618-619 SUPERVISED URBAN INTERN YEAR

An intern year negotiated with the Urban Training Organization of Atlanta.
Twelve-month period 20 credits*

SM620 SUPERVISED PARISH UNIT Carroll

A student may take this course after the completion of the B component upon
the recommendation of the faculty. Experience in the parish ministry under
supervision in order to facilitate the integration of the B component will be
the focus of this course. 6 credits*

SM62 1-622-623 -624 SUPERVISED PARISH

INTERNSHIP Carroll and Staff

M.Div. candidates may take this course after the completion of the B Com-
ponent, upon the approval of the Faculty. It is a twelve-month, parish in-
ternship designed to give the student an in-depth experience of parish ministry
with supervision. The purpose of the course is the formation of pastoral
identity and competence. Required components of the course include a two-

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week on-campus, interdisciplinary course in the Winter Term (3 hours credit)
and the one-week, on-campus seminar, "Evaluation of Ministry" (1-402) in
August (2 hours credit).
Twelve-month period 11 credits*

"The credit requirements for the M.Div. degree cannot be reduced by more
than six (6) credits for these SM electives, but up to six credits may be applied
to the undesignated elective category.

S.T.D. AND D.MIN. (IN-MINISTRY) COURSES

The S.T.D. and D.Min. (in-ministry) programs consist primarily of advanced
courses provided by participating schools in the Atlanta Theological Associ-
ation. The 600 level courses in this catalog, together with advanced courses
at the Candler School of Theology, Erskine Theological Seminary, and the
Interdenominational Theological Center, are open to students in these pro-
grams. The following list includes other courses specifically developed for the
S.T.D. and D.Min. (in-ministry) programs.

ATA401 SEMINAR ON MINISTRY Hix and Staff

Basic seminar on ministry theory and career analysis required of all D.Min.
(in-ministry) students. 6 credits

ATA402 EXPERIENCE IN SUPERVISED MINISTRY A.T.A. Staff

Provides an experience, under supervision, in some aspect of ministry. May
be designed by student in consultation with Director of Advanced Studies or
done as CPE unit.
D. Min. (in-ministry students) 6 credits

ATA471 SEMINAR IN PERSONALITY THEORY A.T.A. Staff

Contemporary personality theories are reviewed to assess their relevancies for

pastoral counseling.

Required of S.T.D. students. 3 credits

ATA 473 DIAGNOSIS AND CHANGE A.T.A. Staff

The process of change is considered from both pastoral and psychological

perspectives.

Required of S.T.D. students 3 credits

ATA475 PASTORAL THEOLOGICAL METHOD A.T.A. Staff

Seeks to develop a pastoral theology consistent with both systematic theology

and pastoral practice.

Required of S.T.D. students 3 credits

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ATA477 PASTORAL THEOLOGICAL METHOD A.T.A. Staff

Advanced consideration of the development of a pastoral theology consistent

with both systematic theology and pastoral practice.

Required of S.T.D. students 3 credits

ATA478 GROUP PSYCHOTHERAPY

In this year long course, the dynamics of groups are considered, both theo-
retically and experientially for the purpose of developing broader pastoral
counseling. 8 credits per year

ATA479 EXPERIENTIAL PSYCHOTHERAPY AND PASTORAL

COUNSELING Patton

This course is designed to familiarize students with the theory and practice of
experiential psychotherapy. Through a survey of issues relevant to this disci-
pline, students will explore the implications for pastoral counseling.
Limited to Th.M. and S.T.D. students 1 or 3 credits

ATA485 COUNSELING PRACTICUM Patton and Staff

In each term the student engages in from two to four hours of counseling per
week under supervision. Assigned readings and appropriate didactic materials
are included. (Students will register for ATA485a, ATA485b, ATA485c, and
ATA485d for a total of 24 quarter hours or 18 semester credits).
Required of S.T.D. students 9 credits per year

ATA489 DIRECTED STUDY

To fill out areas of knowledge not covered by course work, at recommenda-
tion of the advisor. Credit as assigned

ATA496 DOCTORAL PROJECT

For D.Min. (in-ministry) students 6 credits

ATA498 LIBRARY USE No credit

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ACADEMIC NOTES

YEARLY SCHEDULE

The academic year is composed of two long semesters of fourteen weeks
and a short January term of four weeks. During the summer the seminary
offers a full program of supervised ministry, independent study under the
guidance of a member of the faculty, an eight-week course in beginning Greek,
and a four-week summer session designed primarily for graduate students and
ministers interested in continuing education. The sequential nature of the
curriculum for first degree students makes it essential that they begin their
work only with the summer course in beginning Greek or with the fall term
if they have already mastered basic Greek.

ORIENTATION

An orientation program is required of all entering students during the days
preceding the regular opening of the seminary in the fall. It offers an oppor-
tunity for new students to get acquainted with one another and with student
body leaders and members of the faculty. Tests are administered to help new
and transfer students identify and understand particular strengths and defi-
ciencies of preparation for theological instruction. This program is without
extra expense to the students, except for a charge for board and housing.

Returning students are also required to participate in the introductory
term, including a de-briefing of the summer supervised ministry or intern
program, a discussion of procedures for receiving a call to a congregation,
presbytery relationships, and the like.

SUMMER GREEK SCHOOL

Entering students in the regular pre-ordination degree program are re-
quired to have a reading knowledge of New Testament Greek. For those
students who are not prepared in Greek, the seminary offers a six credit
course, B021, during the summer. The course runs for an eight-week period
and meets daily, usually each morning, Monday through Friday, for three
hours, with small group afternoon tutorial sessions. Students who have suc-
cessfully completed two years of Greek in college or who pass a Greek qual-
ifying examination are exempted from B021; in such case the requirements
for the degree shall be reduced by 6 hours.

FLEXIBILITY BY ADVANCED PLACEMENT AND SPECIAL
STUDIES

Students who have strong backgrounds in certain particular fields of the
curriculum, or who demonstrate unusual proficiency in their work are given
opportunities for special placement or for independent work. Requests for
flexibility in a student's program should be made to the Dean of Faculty. Two
opportunities for flexibility are available.

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1. Students may be permitted advanced placement in the A and B com-
ponents it they can satisfactorily demonstrate that they have already achieved
the objectives of a given course. This means that they may be exempt from
the course and permitted to take an advanced course in the area.

2. Academically qualified students may be permitted to engage in special
study as a route to the establishment of competence in a required course rather
than taking one or several required courses.

INDEPENDENT STUDY

Students are encouraged to design and pursue their own program of in-
dependent research and study as a part of the elective offerings. Contracts
may be drawn up with faculty members teaching in the area of the student's
interest for reading courses and research projects. The nature and extent of
the work projected and completed determine the amount of credit given. Such
courses provide students the opportunity to investigate areas of specialized
interest in which no regular electives are offered.

CREDIT VALUATION AND COURSE LOAD

While the educational progress of the student cannot be ultimately meas-
ured by the number of credits earned, a system of course valuation is necessary
to assure balance in the curriculum. Columbia estimates a semester credit as
approximately 42 to 45 working hours, except for certain supervised ministry
and clinical programs whose work investment is determined by the contract
for the particular course. The satisfactory completion of a course, however,
is determined not by time invested but goals and objectives achieved.

Each student is required to consult with his or her faculty adviser before
registering for courses. The maximum number of credits a student in the basic
degree program may take in the fourteen week terms is 16, unless he or she
has a B average, in which case he or she may take no more than 17. In the
four-week January term a student may register for no more than four credits.

The M.Div. degree normally requires three full academic years in resi-
dence, plus a summer term for SM210. The Master of Arts in Theological
Studies and the Master of Arts in Youth Ministry usually require two full
academic years. Advanced degrees involve the student in part-time study for
a minimum of two years.

GRADING

At the close of each term grades are given to FIRST DEGREE STU-
DENTS according to the following three quality points system. A grade report
is sent to each student and his or her presbytery if applicable. For A through
E component students, special, Master of Arts in Theological Studies, Master
of Arts In Youth Ministry and unclassified students the grading system is:

A 3.0 Exceptional work, showing creativity, mastery of the

material, and skill in organizing and expressing ideas.

A- 2.7 Outstanding work, showing creativity, mastery of the

material, or organization and expression as well as
above superior in other respects.

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c+

1.3

c

1.0

c-

0.7

D

0.0

B + 2.3 Superior work, showing creativity, mastery of the ma-

terial and organization and expression but not excep-
tional or outstanding in any of these.

B 2.0 Superior work, showing creativity, mastery of the ma-

terial or organization and expression as well as no de-
ficiencies in any other respect.

B- 1.7 Above standard work, showing mastery of the material

and organization and expression.
Slightly above graduation standard.
Requirement has been adequately fulfilled.
Below graduation standard.

Serious deficiencies in mastery of the material or or-
ganization and expression or cumulative deficiencies in
both.

F -1.0 Unacceptable work.

An E is given when a portion of the course requirements such as a
major paper, an examination or a project is unacceptable to the instructor.
Unless such work is completed in acceptable form within the time extension,
the E becomes a final grade of F. An F is given when the total work of the
course is unacceptable or when work is not completed within the term or
within an approved extension.

C and E component students during their final component may choose to
take up to six elective credits for H/S/U, with the permission of the instructor,
if permission is granted at the beginning of the term.

E component students receive H/S/U for 1402, 141-1, 1412, and 1413.

H honors for work of exceptionally distinguished quality.

S satisfactory, for work which represents sufficient mastery

of the content of the course to merit recommendation for
graduation.

U unsatisfactory, for work which represents insufficient

mastery of the content of the course to merit recommen-
dation for graduation.
For Th.M., S.T.D., and D.Min. (in ministry) students:

A excellent, 3 quality points per credit

B good, 2 quality points per credit

C passing, 1 quality point per credit

F failure, minus 1 quality point per credit

ATTENDANCE

Each professor has the responsibility of setting attendance requirements
for classes according to the nature of the course. All professors make known
their requirements on the first day of class and notify the Dean of Students
when, in their judgment, any students fail to meet these requirements. Con-
tinuing not to meet attendance requirements will result in a lowered or failing
grade.

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PROBATION AND UNACCEPTABLE WORK

Any student who fails to make a C average any term except the first places
himself/herself on probation for the next term, and if he/she fails to bring
his/her average up during that term, he/she will be dropped as a student. In
the event the student's overall average is C or better, he/she will be permitted
to remain as a student for another term on probation.

A U may be remedied by (1) further work on the course, (2) repeating the
course, (3) taking an elective course relating to the area of deficiency. A U
given for unexcused late work shall normally require additional work. Any
student whose work is unsatisfactory will be placed on probation, and if he/
she fails to show improvement in the next term he/she will be dropped as a
student.

Two temporary notations may be given in certain cases. "In-Progress"
(IP) is used for courses which by design stretch for more than one term.
"Incomplete" (Inc) is used for late work when a written excuse has been
approved by the Professor and the Dean of Students. Further provisions for
the "Incomplete" can be found in the Student Handbook. Neither temporary
notation carries credit.

ORDINATION EXAMS

Students who become candidates for ordination in the Presbyterian
Church (U.S.A.) are required to take written examinations administered either
by the presbytery under which the student is a candidate or the presbytery in
which he or she expects to accept a call. The written exams are in the areas
of Bible, theology, the sacraments, and Church polity. There is ample op-
portunity within the regular seminary curriculum to take course work prep-
aratory to the exams. Special tutorial sessions with professors are offered in
the Fall and Spring Semesters, during the week in which exams are given.

SENIOR WORSHIP

Graduating students in the C and E components are required to lead wor-
ship and preach for the community, ordinarily on Monday evenings. The
experience is reviewed on videotape and is evaluated by a group of students
and faculty. Students in the A component give written response to a required
number of services as preparation for their work in PN141.

GRADUATION WITH HONORS

M.Div. degree students who have earned at least a 2.60 grade point average
on course work will, with the approval of the faculty, be awarded the degree
"with distinction."

SUMMER SESSION

The Summer Session, a four-week period in July and August, is meant to
provide usual and unusual educational opportunities, combining the faculty
with invited instructors whose special skills are particularly useful to practicing
ministers.

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Purposes

to offer credit courses of D.Min. (in-ministry) students

to provide opportunities for practicing pastors and other ministers to
engage in continuing education aimed at further development of profes-
sional skills

to assist ministers in assessing their professional skills

to provide laity with opportunities for development of skills needed in
their work in church and world

to provide clergy and laity with opportunities to understand the concerns
and priorities before the PQU.S.A.).

Credit courses will take into account the concerns of practicing profes-
sionals rather than the needs of students preparing for practice of ministry.
Discussions, workshops, analysis, projects and learning by exploration will be
normative.

For further information write to the Director of Advanced Studies, Co-
lumbia Theological Seminary, Box 520, Decatur, GA 30031-0520.

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TRANSITION IN CURRICULUM DESIGN FOR THE M.DIV. and
D.MIN. (in sequence) PROGRAMS

In 1982 a new curriculum sequence was established for the A, B and C
components of the M.Div. degree program. In 1984 revisions of the D and E
components were approved.

There is a large overlap between the designs because the new design builds
upon learnings from a decade of use of the prior design, a return to certain
principles that were never fully functional in the prior design, and continued
stress on contextual learning and ministry under supervision.

The major new elements are a sequential frame of reference of Church/
World/Ministry, the sequence of OT/NT survey courses, more emphasis on
an alternative contextual experience with theological reflection and a larger
number of electives in the Spring Semester of the B component to facilitate
preparation for ordination exams and almost electives in the Winter/Spring
Semesters of the C component to maximize student choice of areas of interest
or skills and to facilitate the necessary tasks of securing a call before
graduation.

The new sequence is being phased in beginning with the A component in
1984-85, the B component in 1985-86, and the C component in 1986-87.

Students admitted before July 1984 may meet the requirements of either
design or a combination approved by the Dean of the Faculty. Students who
delay meeting graduation requirements more than one year beyond the normal
time period will be required to meet a combined requirement as established
by the Dean of the Faculty.

Students admitted on or after July 1984 must meet the requirements of
the new design.

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MASTER OF DIVINITY AND DOCTOR OF MINISTRY
(IN-SEQUENCE) PROGRAMS*

A COMPONENT

Summer

B021 Essentials of Greek

Fall

BN141
BN151
HD121
PN111

The Church Introductory Week

Old Testament Survey

New Testament Exegesis

Church History

The Church's Ministry

An Introduction
Elective or Remedial Course

Credits
6

Winter

P151
PN121

Credits Spring

3

BN161

2

BN152

5

HD122

PN141

3

HD181

2

Worship

Ministry of Teaching

New Testament Survey

New Testament Exegesis

Church History

Worship and Preaching

Church and Contemporary Society

15

Credits

1
3

4
Credits

3
2
4
3
3

15

B COMPONENT

Summer

SM210

Fall

Supervised Ministry

Credits
6

Winter

HD241

Credits Spring

Credits

Alternative Contextual Experience
and Theological Reflection

The World Introductory Week

3 Theology

3

HD232

Theology

A Ministry to Persons

BN233

c 01d Testament Exegesis

(with praxis)

5

HD272

Ethics

1 Hebrew

4

D Electives

Electives

3

4
Credits

15

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A and B may be reversed. A may be taken in Spring. C may be taken in Winter. D must include another 3
credit Bible Area course.

PROFESSIONAL ASSESSMENT

Prior to completion of the B Component, a Professional Assessment is held for each student.
This is a major review of the student's potential for ministry and results in recommendations for
further work at the B Component level or admission to candidacy for the M.Div. degree and the
C Component or admission to candidacy for the D.Min. (in sequence) degree and the D/E
Components.

*The Doctor of Ministry (in sequence) Program is not open to students entering Columbia after the Fall
Semester 1984 unless they are B Component transfers from another seminary.

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For Completion of M.Div. Degree

C COMPONENT

Summer free time or independent
study

Fall

Tasks of Ministry Introductory Week

Biblical Theology

Theology and Preaching

The Practice of Ministry

Evangelism/Mission

Electives

Winter

Elective

Credits

Spring

The Practice of Ministry

3

Electives

2

3

2

4

Credits

2

Credits

3
11

14

14

For Completion of D.Min. (in sequence) Degree

D and E COMPONENTS

The D Component will continue to have four requirements:
The Intern Year, with Supervision (20 credits)
An Interdisciplinary Course on campus in Winter Term (3)
Evaluation of Intern Ministry in August (3)

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The E Component will share courses of the C Component and will contain Doctrinal Project Seminar II in
the Fall Term (2) and Doctrinal Project Seminar III in the Winter Term (4), together with electives for
a total of 31 credits.

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PRIOR MASTER OF DIVINITY AND DOCTOR OF

MINISTRY (IN-SEQUENCE) PROGRAMS

OFFERING IN 1985-86

PROFESSIONAL ASSESSMENT

Prior to completion of the B Component, a Professional Assessment is held for each student.
This is a major review of the student's potential for ministry and results in recommendations for
further work at the B Component level or admission to candidacy for the M.Div. degree and the
C Component or admission to candidacy for the D.Min. (in sequence) degree and the D/E
Components.

For Completion of M.Div. Degree

C COMPONENT

Fall

Credits

Winter

Credits

B371

Preface to Biblical Theology

3

Electives

4

P311

Church and Ministry

3

I 342

Theology and Preaching*

2

Spring

Credits

SM311

Community

2

HD331

Contemporary Theology

3

Electives

4-6

P312

Church and Ministry

3

14

I 342

Theology and Preaching*

2

Electives

6-8

14

*Taken either Fall or Spring.

The M.Div. requires 112 credits, including at least 5 elective credits in each of the 3 areas of the curriculum.

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For Completion of D.Min. Degree

D COMPONENT

SM41 1 Internship (12 months)

A required academic course

(on campus during Winter Term)

I 402 Evaluation of Ministry

(on campus during the summer)

20
3
3

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E COMPONENT

Fall

B471

Biblical Theology

P41I

Church Ministry

I 412

Project Seminar

I 442

Theology and Preaching*

Electives

Credits

Winter

Credits

3
3
2
2
2-4

12

I 413

Project Seminar

4

Spring

HD 431

I 414
1 442

Contemporary Theology
Seminar in Ministry
Theology and Preaching*
Electives

Credits

3

2

2
8-10

15

*Taken either in the Fall or Spring.

The D.Min. (in-sequence) requires 138 credits, including at least 5 elective credits in each of the 3 areas of the
curriculum.

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GENERAL EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION

COMMUNITY WORSHIP

The seminary community gathers for worship every day of regular classes
to express its thanksgiving for and need of God's grace in the church and in
the world.

THE JOHN BULOW CAMPBELL LIBRARY

At the heart of the educative effort of the Seminary is the Library. Named
for John Bulow Campbell, an Atlanta Director and benefactor during the
1930's, the library is an integral part of the teaching program. It seeks to
extend the work of the classroom in breadth and depth, to provide for student
and faculty research, and to encourage reading beyond course requirements.
Thus, it is a perpetual opportunity for and challenge to growth.

Completed in 1952 and renovated to include an Audio/Visual room, a
Rare Book room, and a lounge, the modern building has study facilities for
120, including 32 study carrels. The collection numbers more than 87,000
books, periodicals, church records, tapes, cassettes, microforms, transpar-
encies, kits, paintings, and phonograph records. It is a well-balanced selection
of older and more modern works and is particularly strong in Biblical studies,
Biblical archaeology, patristics, the Reformation, pastoral counseling, and
Presbyterianism. Reformation sources include the Calvin and Melanchthon
sections of the Corpus Reformatorum and the Weimar edition of Luther.

ATLANTA THEOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION

Through the Atlanta Theological Association, Columbia enjoys academic
and professional affiliations with Candler School of Theology, Erskine The-
ological Seminary, and Interdenominational Theological Center, and with the
Georgia Association for Pastoral Care and Urban Training Organization of
Atlanta. The Association develops and coordinates educational programs and
resources of these member institutions, which include approximately 800 stu-
dents, 85 faculty, and 600,000 volumes. (Students and scholars also have
access to the holdings of sixteen libraries in the Atlanta-Athens area which
comprise the University Center in Georgia.) Among significant and promising
cooperative endeavors are, in addition to the Doctor of Sacred Theology and
Doctor of Ministry (in-ministry) degree programs, cross registration, sharing
of faculty, library and lectureship resources, interseminary courses and ex-
perimental programs in various academic disciplines and professional
specializations.

UNIVERSITY CENTER OF GEORGIA

Columbia Seminary is a founding institution of the metropolitan Atlanta
consortium of institutions of higher education. The institutions included are:
Agnes Scott College, Atlanta College of Art, Atlanta University Center, Co-
lumbia Theological Seminary, Emory University, Georgia State University,

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Kennesaw College, Oglethorpe University, Southern Technical Institute, Uni-
versity of Georgia.

The areas of cooperation are broad and provide the student with excep-
tional opportunities across a spectrum of disciplines from science to art.

THE COLUMBIA FORUM

Each year, during the first week of February, Columbia sponsors a four-
day forum built around a guest preacher and two significant lectureships. The
activities include, in addition to three worship services and two sets of three
lectures, a variety of formal and informal occasions with the leaders together
with special events for alumni/ae.

One lectureship is the Thomas Smyth Foundation Lectures, begun through
a bequest of the Rev. Thomas Smyth, pastor of the Second Presbyterian
Church of Charleston, SC, from 1931 to 1973. Since 191 1 distinguished schol-
ars from the United States and abroad have presented lectures on a variety
of themes and issues. Recent Smyth Lecturers have been Dr. Jaroslav Pelikan,
Dr. Austin C. Lovelace, Dr. Krister Stendahl, Dr. Jan M. Lockman, Rev. C.
Frederick Buechner, Dr. Walter Brueggemann, Dr. Jose Miguez-Bonino, Dr.
Carl S. Dudley, and Dr. Leander Keck.

The other lectureship, the Alumni/ae Lectures, brings to the campus the-
ologians and ministers who address the seminary community, graduates, and
interested pastors during the annual Columbia Forum. Recent speakers have
been Dr. Wallace M. Alston, Jr., Dr. John H. Leith, Dr. William V. Arnold,
Dr. Neely C. McCarter, Dr. Orlando Costas, the Rev. Stuart McWilliam, Dr.
Donald P. Buteyn, and Dr. Leighton Ford. Currently both series, together
with a guest preacher and colloquia, are offered during the Columbia Forum,
following the January Term. The preacher in 1985 was Dr. Fred B. Craddock.

For further information write to the Vice President for Development/
Seminary Relations, Columbia Theological Seminary, Box 520, Decatur, GA
30031-0520.

AWARDS AND PRIZES

Through the gifts of alumni and friends of the seminary several prizes and
awards have been established to recognize outstanding academic achievements
by first professional degree students.

The Wilds Book Prize, initially established by Louis T. Wilds of Columbia,
South Carolina, provides a cash award to the graduating student selected by
the faculty for the highest distinction in his or her academic work over the
entire seminary program.

The Lyman and Myki Mobley Prize in Biblical Scholarship has been es-
tablished in memory of Donald Lyman Mobley (CTS, class of 1977) and Myki
Powell Mobley (Candler School of Theology, class of 1977). It is given each
year to the student or faculty member doing exemplary work in the field of
Biblical scholarship as it relates to the worship and work of the Church.

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The Paul T. Fuhrmann Book Prize in Church History was established in
1962 by an alumnus of the Seminary to honor the late Dr. Paul T. Fuhrmann,
former Professor of Church History. The award is made annually to the
student who has shown the most outstanding achievement in Church History.

The Florrie Wilkes Sanders Prize in Theology is given by the family of
Florrie Wilkes Sanders of Atlanta, Georgia. It is awarded each year to the
student presenting the best paper showing sound theological scholarship and
relevance to the needs of Christian people in the contemporary world. Special
attention is given to the papers relating theology to the education, professions
and avocations of lay people.

The Emma Gaillard Boyce Memorial Award is made annually by the Rev.
David Boyce, an alumnus of the seminary, in honor of his mother, a devoted
music teacher, choir director, church musician and minister's wife. It is
awarded to the student writing the best paper on the creative use of music in
worship.

Two Abdullah Awards are available each year by the Rev. Gabriel Ab-
dullah, an alumnus of the seminary. One is given for the best paper setting
forth a plan for the teaching of Bible in the public schools; the second for
the best paper designing a program for the development of moral and spiritual
values in the public schools.

The Indiantown Country Church Award was established by the family of
Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Stuckey in their honor to highlight the work of ministry
in churches in rural areas. The prize is awarded annually to a student who
has done outstanding work in the summer in a rural ministry.

The Samuel A. Cartledge Biblical Studies Award. A cash award and a
copy of the Greek New Testament, the latter provided by the American Bible
Society, is awarded to the student who prepared the best New Testament
exegesis during the academic year. A judging committee of professors of New
Testament exegesis nominates a person to the faculty for election.

The Presbytery of St. Andrew Women of the Church Preaching Award is
given for the best sermon preached by a student during the academic year.

CLINICAL PASTORAL EDUCATION

Clinical pastoral education is a first-hand learning experience under cer-
tified supervision which provides theological students and pastors with op-
portunities for intensive study of pastoral relationships, and which seeks to
make clear in understanding and practice the resources, methods, and mean-
ings of the Christian faith as expressed through pastoral care. Columbia's
membership in the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education means that its
students will be given priority of choice in institutions elected, especially those
listed within the Southeast region.

TELEVISION

On its own campus Columbia has video taping facilities. Video taping is
used in a variety of ways in classroom instruction and in preaching practicums.
Columbia's facilities also allow limited work in experimentation with televi-

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sion production. A media center planned for completion before 1989 will
greatly expand such opportunities.

NATIONAL CAPITAL SEMESTER FOR SEMINARIANS

Columbia Seminary is a participating institution in the National Capital
Semester for Seminarians, organized by Wesley Theological Seminary, Wash-
ington, D.C. The program provides an opportunity for seminary students to
spend a semester in Washington for study and involvement in the processes
of government and the concerns of the churches. The design includes an
interaction/reflection seminar, supervised study, and the opportunity to elect
other courses in Washington institutions. For detailed information, see the
Dean of Faculty.

COLUMBIA SCHOLARSHIPS

Qualified men and women planning to attend seminary or seeking to ex-
plore the possibility of entering the ministry may apply for a Columbia Schol-
arship for study at Columbia Theological Seminary. These scholarships are
for persons who have shown significant academic and leadership abilities dur-
ing their undergraduate study. The scholarships are for one academic year
only.

To be eligible applicants must be citizens of the United States or Canada.
They must have received a bachelor's degree not more than three year prior
to the application or have academic standing as a graduating senior. A per-
sonal interview is required.

All recipients are required to enroll full-time for one academic year at
Columbia Seminary.

Up to seven awards will be made. Each grant is for $4000. An additional
$400 grant is made for those attending Greek School. If a recipient receives
additional scholarship, an appropriate adjustment will be made in the stipend
of the Columbia Scholarship.

Application for a Columbia Scholarship is made through the Office of
Admissions at Columbia Seminary. Selection is made by the Columbia Sem-
inary faculty on the recommendation of the Selection Committee. Applica-
tions must be received no later than March 15. Announcement of the awards
will normally be made by mid-April.

All those applying for a Columbia Scholarship will automatically be con-
sidered for regular admission and financial aid if they are not awarded a
scholarship.

HONOR SCHOLARSHIPS

A number of Honor Scholarships have been established at Columbia The-
ological Seminary and are awarded annually to students demonstrating an
exceptional promise for ministry. These scholarships will ordinarily cover, at
minimum, the tuition costs of one year of schooling at the seminary. The

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scholarships are: John and Nell Blue, Jr., the Rev. Vernon S. Broyles, Jr.,
the Rev. George Henry Cornelson, the Rev. John L. Newton, and the J. M.
Tull Scholarships.

GRADUATE FELLOWSHIPS

The Seminary awards each year one or more fellowships to outstanding
graduates completing the M.Div. or D.Min. (in-sequence) degree. The purpose
of these fellowships is to recognize superior intellectual achievement demon-
strated during the course of the regular seminary program and to provide a
modest support for graduate work beyond the first professional degree. They
must be used toward an accredited master's or doctoral graduate degree pro-
gram in which the recipient engages in the scholarly pursuit of an academic
theological discipline.

The Fannie Jordan Bryan Fellowships were established through a generous
legacy left to Columbia Theological Seminary by the late Mrs. Fannie Jordan
Bryan of Columbia, South Carolina. The Columbia Graduate Fellowships
were initiated by the senior Class of 1941 and continue to be funded through
the operating expense budget of the seminary. The Anna Church Whitner
Memorial Fellowships are given periodically from a legacy left to the seminary
in 1928 by the late William C. Whitner, of Rock Hill, S.C., in memory of his
mother.

A new graduate fellowship was established during 1983 by the Reverend
and Mrs. Harvard A. Anderson of Orlando, FL.

ALUMNI/AE ASSOCIATION

Columbia's alumni/ae hold their annual meeting on the Seminary campus
during the Columbia Forum, following the January term. Stimulating pres-
entations on ministry are offered, classes hold yearly reunions, the Alumni/
ae Council and officers are elected and retiring professors are honored.

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STUDENT INFORMATION

STATEMENT OF CHARGES EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 1985

TUITION

Per term credit $ 105.00

Eleven credits or more 1,100.00

Summer Language School-Greek 470.00

Audit fee per term credit 53.00

D.Min. & Th.M. Extension Fee (first time) 100.00

D.Min. & Th.M. Extension Fee (second time) 200.00
BOARD

Fall term 665.00

Winter term 210.00

Spring term 665.00

Summer School 335.00
ROOM

Single student, single room, Fall & Spring 420.00

Single student, single room, Winter term 130.00

Single student, single room, Summer Language School 210.00

Suite, Fall or Spring term 600.00

Suite, Winter term 189.00

Suite, Summer Language School 300.00
OTHER HOUSING

Efficiency Units, Florida Hall and S.L., Monthly rates 194.00

Apartments: 4 Bedroom village 265.00

3 Bedroom units 35-38 village 289.00

3 Bedroom units 39-42 and units 15 & 16 village 300.00

3 Bedroom oldest units 25 & 26 village 194.00

2 Bedroom units 31-34 village 273.00

3 Bedroom remodeled units village 1-9 242.00
2 Bedroom remodeled units village 236.00
2 Bedroom oldest units village 184.00
1 Bedroom oldest units village 168.00

SUPERVISED MINISTRY FEES

SM 210 and SM 210C 350.00

SM211 100.00

SM212 350.00

SM213 100.00

SM214 100.00

SM311 75.00

SM41 1-414 (including 6 credits of course work) 950.00

SM610, SM615 500.00

SM61 1-614 1,700.00

SM616-619 1,600.00

SM62 1-624 950.00

SM620 375.00

ATA402 500.00
OTHER FEES

Thesis Binding (per copy) 10.00

Application Fee 25.00

Unclassified Application Fee 10.00
(Charges are subject to change if necessary.)

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OTHER EXPENSES

Each student is required to have some form of hospitalization insurance
acceptable to the faculty. Students may purchase the group insurance which
is normally offered to the student body or they may purchase insurance
through other sources.

The amount of money needed for books, travel, recreation and incidental
expenses will vary according to the habits of the student. A bookstore is
operated on campus and students receive discounts on purchases made there.

REFUND POLICY

1. A student who has paid tuition fees in advance of a semester or term is
entitled to a 100% refund if a written request is received by Columbia by
the end of the first day of a winter or summer term. After that date no
refund is due but an amount may be given upon the initiative of
Columbia.

2. A student dropping a course during the "course addition" period (the
first week of a long semester and the first two days of a short winter or
summer term) is entitled to a full refund.

3. A student dropping a course during the "course drop" period (the first
6 weeks of a long semester and the first week of a short winter or summer
term) is entitled to a 1/3 refund of the credit hours involved.

4. A student allowed to withdraw from a course or students leaving school
for any reason without formal "dropping" or approved withdrawing is
not entitled to any refund.

5. No refunds or credits are made on room and board charges.

HOUSING

Unmarried students

Dormitory housing is available for unmarried students. Most of the rooms
are for single occupancy; many of them have connecting baths. All rooms are
fully furnished with the exception of linens. Laundry facilities are provided.

Married Students Without Children

Suites of two rooms with private bath are available for married student
without children. These non-cooking suites are fully furnished with the ex-
ception of linens. Laundry facilities are provided. There are facilities for week-
end cooking.

Married Students With Children

One, two, and three bedroom unfurnished apartments are available for
married students with children. The rent for these apartments is nominal and
varies depending on the size of the apartment. Applications for apartments
should be made as early as possible following acceptance.

All inquiries for housing should be directed to the Business Office.

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THE COLUMBIA BOOKSTORE

The Seminary Bookstore, located in the Student Center, provides books,
materials, and supplies at a discount for students to begin collecting for their
own theological library and for persons working toward advanced degrees to
continue that process. The Bookstore also serves pastors, laypersons, and
churches all over the Southeast. Its inventory includes a wide selection of
standard and current books in the Historical-Doctrinal Area, the Pastoral
Area, and in Bible and Homiletics, including many commentaries on the Old
and New Testaments. Greater discounts are offered during special sales. The
Bookstore is open from 10:30-2:00, Monday through Friday, with special
hours during campus events.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Columbia Seminary offers financial assistance to many students each year.
This assistance is available to first professional degree students and a limited
number of graduate students and is based upon need.

Students applying for financial assistance complete a form giving their
estimated income and expenses. The estimated expenses are figured according
to norms established annually by a Columbia Seminary student-faculty com-
mittee. After financial need is calculated, aid is provided in the form of work
scholarships and grants. Most students who come to Columbia Seminary with-
out a large indebtedness find that they can complete their Seminary education
without crippling financial worries.

Financial aid awarded for the 1984-85 academic year ranged from $1,000
to $3,845 depending upon need and family size. Maximum grants were $2,650
for single students, $3,125 for married students without children, and $3,845
for married students with three or more children.

Students interested in more detailed information about the financial as-
sistance offered by Columbia Seminary should request from the Dean of
Students Office the "Columbia Theological Seminary Memorandum on Fi-
nancial Aid," following acceptance.

Veterans Administration Benefits

Certification for V.A. benefits is handled through the Office of the Dean
of Students.

COLUMBIA FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE

Columbia Friendship Circle (CFC) is an association of more than 6,000
women throughout the PC (U.S.A.) who assist the Seminary in three ways:
by praying for the Seminary and telling its story in their local areas; by en-
couraging young men and women to consider the ministry and Columbia
Seminary; and by providing financial assistance to the Seminary each year by
supporting a particular project. During the past several years CFC has raised
over $25,000 each year to support such projects as scholarship aid for students
and Columbia Scholarships.

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES

Student Coordinating Council

The Student Coordinating Council was established to initiate discussion
and decisions within the student body, to respond to the needs of the student
community, and to coordinate student and community activities. It represents
the interests of the entire seminary community, i.e., students on and off cam-
pus, families of students, and all members of the seminary community.

Society for Missionary Inquiry

This society was founded in 1832 and has been an instrument through the
years to promote an active interest in missions among the student body and
throughout the Church. The society regularly brings outstanding speakers
before the student body and for years sponsored a Missions Conference at
Rock Eagle, Georgia. Through the work of the society a number of students
have responded to the challenge of international missions.

Society for Theological Scholarship

This society was established for the purpose of encouraging in every stu-
dent the highest possible scholarship in all departments of instruction. Mem-
bership is open to all students and faculty on a voluntary basis. Lectures,
informal discussions with visiting lecturers, symposia by member of the fac-
ulty, and other meetings are sponsored in the interest of Christian scholarship.

Columbia Peace Fellowship

The Columbia Peace Fellowship is a group of people concerned with peace,
justice, and freedom. We hope to explore our concerns through study and
involvement within our communities and our world.

Women Students of Columbia

This organization began soon after women began to enroll as students at
Columbia Seminary. Women students organize for support as well as dialogue
about issues which are of particular concern for women in ministry. Activities
include annual retreats, sponsorship of women's caucus during the Columbia
Forum, and opportunities to attend conferences and workshops which focus
on women's issues for ministry.

Women of Columbia

This organization is for all the women of the Columbia Community.
Women students, wives of male students, faculty wives, and other women in
the community meet together for study and the sharing of mutual concerns
and interests. The Women of Columbia sponsor a number of events for the
whole community as well as special programs of particular interest to women.

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Student Athletic Program

Athletic activities are available and open to all students and their families.
These activities include volleyball, football, basketball, soccer, softball, ten-
nis, ping pong, pool, golf, and Frisbee Golf.

Student Supply Preaching

Columbia Seminary works with presbyteries and local congregations in
making arrangements for student supply preaching. Students are generally
assigned on a rotating basis to churches that have requested supply ministers.

PLEDGE

Students entering Columbia Theological Seminary are required by the
Seminary's Plan of Government to take the pledge given below. The use of
such a pledge was begun at Princeton Seminary around 1817 and continues,
in some form, in most American Presbyterian seminaries.

In reliance on God's grace, I promise that as long as I am a student at
Columbia Theological Seminary, I will be a diligent student and a re-
sponsible member of the seminary community as I seek to grow in ac-
ademic excellence, spiritual maturity and Christian discipleship in prep-
aration for the service of God in the Church of Jesus Christ for the sake
of its mission to the world.

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Detailed information about the seminary community may be found in the
Student Handbook. Included is information on Student Records, Special Test-
ing, and the Digest of Information and Regulations.

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SUPPORT OF COLUMBIA THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY

The mission of Columbia Theological Seminary is to prepare good min-
isters of Jesus Christ to proclaim the Gospel and to serve the Church, the
community, and the world. The Seminary is also committed to the mission
of nurturing those already ordained through continuing education and serving
as a resource center for the entire Church.

Columbia Seminary's supporting synods have historically stated, and re-
peatedly confirmed, their intentions to be responsible for the enabling support
of the Seminary. It costs about $10,000 a year to educate each student, but
less than 10% of the current operating budget comes from benevolence monies
provided by the synods.

In recent years student fees provide for about 25% of the budget while an
additional approximately 25% comes from individual annual gifts. A growing
endowment provides approximately 35% of the annual budget. The balance of
5% comes from miscellaneous sources.

Although gifts from the supporting synods for the operating budget have
decreased in recent years, Columbia Seminary is greatly indebted to the synods
for their endorsement and assistance in increasing the Seminary's endowment
through the Capital Funds Campaigns.

One of the best ways a person can invest in the vital ministry of Columbia
Seminary is by contributing to the annual giving program or by establishing
a permanently endowed scholarship or memorial fund.

SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS

Columbia expects students to pay as much of their education as possible
from their own resources. But beyond these resources, there are many unmet
needs. Columbia Seminary attempts to meet these needs so that no qualified
student will be denied the theological education required for service in the
leadership of the Church.

Permanently endowed Scholarship Funds provide the resources to enable
the students to remain in the Seminary. These funds also encourage the stu-
dents by reminding them that they have the interest and concern of many men
and women who make up the Church.

In addition many friends have provided scholarship assistance through
gifts large and small.

MEMORIAL FUNDS AND FOUNDATIONS

Memorial Funds not only honor and perpetuate the memory of dedicated
Christians, they also underwrite needed day-to-day expenses in the operation
of the Seminary. Increased service through the growth and development of
facilities and programs is made possible through this vital source.

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ENDOWMENT OF PROFESSORSHIP

At the heart of the Seminary's ministry of training ministers is its faculty.
The endowment of a professorship is a means whereby a large sum of money
is raised to endow a chair permanently. The initial sum remains intact and
the Seminary uses only the money that is produced through the wise manage-
ment of the Investment Committee.

An Endowed Chair of $500,000 to $750,000 should produce sufficient
income for a faculty salary including housing, insurance, pension, and
secretarial service. The continued development of endowed professorships
contributes greatly to financial stability, especially in a period of inflation.

STUDENT LOAN FUNDS

Each year some emergencies arise among Columbia students. Sickness or
an accident can suddenly create a financial problem. When such crises occur,
there is a Student Loan Fund which can be utilized to meet the immediate
emergency.

WAYS OF GIVING

Persons wishing to make a gift for the current operating budget or the
endowment of the Seminary may do so by sending a check directly to the
Seminary. Other forms of giving may include gifts of property, life insurance,
bequests, and trusts. Because some of these forms of giving may be highly
technical, the Seminary's Vice President of Development/Seminary Relations
is prepared to meet personally with individuals to discuss the various options.

REMEMBERING COLUMBIA IN A WILL

The following form of bequest or like form may be used:

I give and bequeath to Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, Georgia,
the sum of dollars (or specific real estate, securities, etc.).

Sa WIHIMMMIIH I c

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dr. William A. Adams Chair

The Reverend F. Sidney Anderson Treasurer

The Reverend Gerald L. Voye Secretary

Mrs. Peggy M. Rowland Assistant Secretary

Term to Expire 1985

Mrs. Edith Atkins Jacksonville, Florida

The Reverend Frank Beall Pensacola, Florida

Mr. John T. Benton, Jr Birmingham, Alabama

Dr. William T. Bryant Nashville, Tennessee

Mr. Ludwick M. Clymer Memphis, Tennessee

Mrs. Ann D. Cousins Atlanta, Georgia

Mr. Langdon S. Flowers Thomasville, Georgia

The Reverend C. Jarred Hammet Camden, S. C.

Dr. P. Randolph Kowalski Greenville, 5. C.

The Reverend Gerald Voye Temple Terrace, Florida

Term to Expire 1986

Dr. William A. Adams Atlanta, Georgia

Mr. John A. Conant Atlanta, Georgia

Dr. Robert P. Douglass Orlando, Florida

The Reverend McCoy Franklin Auburn, Alabama

Dr. T. Fleetwood Hassell Charleston, S. C.

Mr. J. Erskine Love, Jr Atlanta, Georgia

Dr. John S. Lyles Orlando, Florida

The Reverend Robert N. Watkin, Jr Chattanooga, Tennessee

Dr. Albert N. Wells Jamaica, West Indies

Mr. William F. Winter Jackson, Mississippi

Term to Expire 1987

Dr. Mary Virginia Allen Decatur, Georgia

Mr. W. Marshall Chapman Inman, South Carolina

The Reverend Warner R. Durnell Tuscaloosa, Alabama

The Reverend Virginia S. Ellis St. Petersburg, Fla.

Dr. Merle W. Fowler Paducah, Kentucky

Dr. J. Trent Howell, Jr Albany, Georgia

Mr. Sloan McCrea Miami, Florida

Dr. Margaret Greer Miller Maitland, Florida

Dr. Joseph T. Stukes Florence, S. C.

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COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Columbia Theological Seminary
1985-86

Executive

William A. Adams, Chair

Ludwick M. Clymer, Vice Chair

William T. Bryant

Virginia S. Ellis

Langdon S. Flowers

J. Erskine Love, Jr.

John S. Lyles

Joseph T. Stukes

Gerald Voye, Secretary

Academic Affairs

Joseph T. Stukes, Chair

Mary Virginia Allen

William T. Bryant

Ann D. Cousins

C. Jarred (Jerry) Hammet

John S. Lyles

Albert N. Wells

Business Affairs

J. Erskine Love, Chair
Edith Atkins
Marshall Chapman
W. Sloan McCrea
Robert N. Watkin, Jr.
William F. Winter

Planning and Development

Ludwick M. Clymer, Chair
John T. Benton, Jr.
John A. Conant
Robert P. Douglass
Langdon S. Flowers
P. Randolph Kowalski
Margaret Greer Miller

Student Life Committee

Virginia S. Ellis, Chair
C. Frank Beall
Warner R. Durnell
Merle W. Fowler
McCoy Franklin
Fleetwood Hassell
J. Trent Howell, Jr.
Gerald Voye

Investment

J. Phillips Noble, Chair

John M. Bragg

John A. Conant

H. Talmage Dobbs

Edward P. Gould

J. Erskine Love, Jr.

J. G. (Gil) McCullen, Jr.

Ex Officio

William A. Adams, Chair
J. Davison Philips, President
F. Sidney Anderson, Treasurer
James F. Dickenson, V. P. of Development/
Seminary Relations

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ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

GENERAL

J. Davison Philips, Ph.D President

Peggy M. Rowland Secretary

Philip R. Gehman, D .Min Director of Admissions and Vocations

Ruth E. Tidd Secretary

EDUCATIONAL

Peter C. Carruthers, Th.M Dean of Students

Associate Dean of Students
Suanne B. Sauerbrun Financial Aid Officer and Secretary

Oscar J. Hussel, Ed.D Vice President for Academic Affairs

Elsie D. Urie Registrar and Secretary

Ann A. Titshaw Secretary, Pastoral Care

Nan B. Johnson Secretary, Evangelism

James A. Overbeck, Ph.D Librarian

Christine Wenderoth, Ph.D. Readers Services Librarian

Daryle Maroney, M.L.S. Technical Services Librarian

Rachael Glass Circulation Assistant

Ruthanne Strobel Reclassification Cataloger

Douglas W. Hix, Ph.D Director of Advanced Studies

Pat D. Hix Secretary

Sara Covin JuengSt, M.Div Associate Director of Advanced Studies

Robert Leon Carroll, Jr. , M .Div Director of Supervised Ministry

Barbara Brooks Secretary

SUPPORT

James F. Dickenson, M . Div Vice President for Development

and Seminary Relations

Olin M. Whitener, Jr., D.Min. Associate Director of Development

Juliette J. Harper, B.A. Associate Director of Seminary Relations

Donald B. Bailey, Th.M. Field Representative

Bonneau H. Dickson, M.Div. Field Representative

Elizabeth B. Burgess, Mary B. Cowart,

Barbara Poe, June McDaniel Secretaries

F. Sidney Anderson, Th. M Vice President for Business Affairs

Betty C. Cason Finance Officer and Secretary

Lucia Sizemore, B.A. Bookstore Manager

Marilyn Ault Assistant Finance Officer

Betty S. Beatty Receptionist

Charlotte MozingO Switchboard Operator

A. Cecil Moore, Jr., B.D Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds

Jesse Graham, Eula Mae Oliver, Alexander Oliver Maintenance

Sadera Moore, B . S Food Service Manager

Robert Adams Cook

Claude Clopton Chief Cook

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SUPPORT STAFF

F. Sidney Anderson, Th.M.

Vice President for Business

Affairs

James F. Dickenson, M.Div.

Vice President for

Development/Seminary

Relations

Philip R. Gehman, D.Min.

Director of Admissions and

Vocations

Olin M. Whitener, Jr. ,

D.Min.

Associate Director of

Development

Juliette J. Harper, B.A.

Associate Director of

Seminary Relations

Cecil Moore, B. D.

Superintendent of

Buildings and Grounds

Lucia Sizemore, B.A.
Bookstore Manager

Donald B. Bailey, Th.M.
Field Representative

Bonneau H. Dickson,

M.Div.
Field Representative

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FACULTY

JAMES DAVISON PHILIPS, Ph.D.

President

A.B., Hampden-Sydney College; B.D., Columbia Theological
Seminary; Ph.D., University of Edinburgh; D.D., Presbyterian

College; D.D., Hampden-Sydney College

SHIRLEY CAPERTON GUTHRIE, JR., D.Theol.
/. B. Green Professor of Systematic Theology

A.B., Austin College; B.D., Princeton Theological Seminary;
D.Theol., University of Basel

WADE PRICHARD HUIE, JR., Ph.D.
Peter Marshall Professor of Homiletics

A.B., Emory University; B.D., Columbia Theological Seminary;

Ph.D., University of Edinburgh

CHARLES BLANTON COUSAR, Ph.D.
Samuel A. Cartledge Professor of New Testament
Language, Literature, and Exegesis

A.B., Davidson College; B.D., Columbia Theological Seminary;
Ph.D., University of Aberdeen

J. WILL ORMOND, Ph.D.
J. McDowell Richards Professor of Biblical Exposition

A.B., University of Alabama; B.D., Columbia Theological Seminary;

Th.M., Princeton Theological Seminary; Ph.D., University of

Glasgow; D.D., Southwestern at Memphis

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C. BENTON KLINE, JR., Ph.D.
Professor of Theology

A.B., College of Wooster; B.D., Th.M., Princeton Theological
Seminary; Ph.D., Yale University

FREDERICK OTTO BONKOVSKY, Ph.D.

Professor of Christian Ethics

B.S., Muskingum College; M.Div., Yale Divinity School; Certificate,
Free University, Berlin; Ph.D., Harvard University

CATHERINE GUNSALUS GONZALEZ, Ph.D.
Professor of Church History

B.A., Beaver College; S.T.B. Boston University School of Theology;
Ph.D., Boston University

JASPER NEWTON KEITH, JR., S.T.D.
Professor of Pastoral Care and Counseling

A.B., Mercer University; M.Div., Southern Baptist Theological

Seminary; Certified Supervisor, Association for Clinical Pastoral

Education; S.T.D. , Columbia Theological Seminary

OSCAR J. HUSSEL, Ed.D.

Dean of Faculty and Professor of Christian Education

B.S., University of Cincinnati; M.A., McCormick Theological
Seminary; Ed.D., Columbia University and Union Theological
Seminary (NYC)

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JAMES D. NEWSOME, JR., Ph.D.

Professor of Old Testament Language,

Literature, and Exegesis
B.A., Millsaps College; B.D., Th.M., Columbia Theological Seminary;

Ph.D., Vanderbilt University

ROBERT H. RAMEY, JR., D.Min.

Professor of Ministry

B.A./B.S., Hampden-Sydney College; B.D., Th.M., D.Min., Union

Theological Seminary in Virginia; D.D., Hampden-Sydney College

DAVID MILLER GUNN, Ph.D.
Professor of Old Testament Language, Literature, and

Exegesis

B.A., M.A., University of Melbourne; B.D., University of Otago;

Ph.D., University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne

THOMAS ERSKINE CLARKE, Th.D.

Associate Professor of American Religious History in

the World Context

A.B., University of South Carolina; B.D., Columbia Theological

Seminary; Th.M., Th.D., Union Theological Seminary in Virginia

BEN CAMPBELL JOHNSON, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Evangelism

B.A., Asbury College; B.D., Asbury Theological Seminary;

Th.M., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary;

D.Min., San Francisco Theological Seminary; Ph.D., Emory University

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DAVID P. MOESSNER, D. Theol.

Associate Professor of New Testament Language,

Literature, and Exegesis

A.B., Princeton University; M.Div., Princeton Theological Seminary;
B.A., M.A., University of Oxford Honours School of Theology;
D. Theol., University of Basel

Director of S.T.D.

B.A.

JOHN HULL PATTON, Ph.D.
Program and Adjunct Professor of
Pastoral Counseling

Emory University; B.D., Emory University;
Ph.D., University of Chicago

DOUGLAS W. HIX, Ph.D.

Director of Advanced Studies and Adjunct

Professor of Pastoral Studies

B.A., Davidson College; B.D., Columbia Theological Seminary;
Ph.D., Duke University

JAMES A. OVERBECK, Ph.D.
Librarian and Adjunct Professor of Church History

B.A., Carthage College; M.A., University of Chicago Graduate
Library School; M.A., Ph.D., University of Chicago Divinity School

LUCY A. ROSE, Th.M.

Assistant Professor of Preaching and Worship

B.A., Agnes Scott College; M.A., Emory University; D.Min.
Theological Seminary in Virginia; Th.M., Duke University

Union

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M.A., M.Div.

EDWARD A. TRIMMER, Ed.D.
Assistant Professor of Christian Education

B.A., West Virginia Wesleyan College;
Methodist Theological School in Ohio; Ed.D., Teachers

College, Columbia University

PAUL SMITH, D.Min.

Adjunct Professor of Black History and Identity
A.B., Talladega College; D.Min., Eden Theological Seminary

GEORGE THOMPSON BROWN, Th.D.

Adjunct Professor of World Christianity
B.S., Davidson College; Th.M., Princeton Theological Seminary; B.D.,

Th.D., Union Theological Seminary in Virginia

PETER CAMERON CARRUTHERS, Th.M.
Dean of Students

B.A., Florida Southern College; M.Div., Th.M., Columbia Theological
Seminary

B.A.

CHRISTINE WENDEROTH, Ph.D.

Readers Services Librarian
Oberlin College; M.S.L.S., University of North Carolina-Chapel

Hill; M.A., Ph.D., Emory University

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ROBERT LEON CARROLL, JR., M.Div.
Director of Supervised Ministry

B.S., University of Southern Mississippi; M.Div., Columbia
Theological Seminary

SARA COVIN JUENGST, M.Div.
Associate Director of Advanced Studies

B.A., Erskine College; M.A., Presbyterian School of Christian
Education; M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

FRANK BARRY DAVIES, M.Div.

Instructor in Church Music

B.A., Birmingham University; L.R.A.M., Royal Schools of Music;
L.T.C.L., Trinity College; M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary;
D.Min. (Candidate), Columbia Theological Seminary

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PROFESSORS EMERITI
james Mcdowell Richards, d.d., ll.d.

President Emeritus

A.B., Davidson College; M.A., Princeton Universtiy; A.B., M.A., Oxford University;
B.D., Columbia Theological Seminary; D.D., Davidson College; LL.D., King College

MANFORD GEORGE GUTZKE, Ph.D.

A.B., M.A., Southern Methodist University; Ph.D., Columbia University;
D.D., Austin College

SAMUEL ANTOINE CARTLEDGE, Ph.D.

A.B., M.A., University of Georgia; B.D., Columbia Theological Seminary;
Ph.D., University of Chicago

DEAN GREER McKEE, Th.D.

A.B., Parsons College; S.T.B., S.T.M., Th.D., The Biblical Seminary;
D.D., Parsons College

JACK BRAME McMICHAEL, Ed.D.
A.B., East Texas State Teachers College; M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary;
Ed.D., Columbia Universtiy

RONALD STEWART WALLACE, Ph.D.

B.Sc, M.A., Ph.D., Universtiy of Edinburgh

HUBERT VANCE TAYLOR, Ph.D.

A.B., Lafayette College; B.Mus., Westminster Choir College; B.D., Columbia
Theological Seminary; Ph.D., Northwestern University

JAMES HERBERT GAILEY, JR., Th.D.

A.B., Davidson College; B.D., Columbia Theological Seminary; Th.M., Th.D.,
Princeton Theological Seminary

HAROLD BAILEY PRINCE, M.L.

A.B., M.A., University of South Carolina; M.L., Emory University; B.D., Columbia
Theologial Seminary

LUDWIG RICHARD MAX DEWITZ, Ph.D.
B.D., University of London; Ph.D., Johns Hopkins University

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ADJUNCT PROFESSORS IN SUPERVISED MINISTRY

COUNSELING PRACTICUM SUPERVISORS

Gerald P. Jenkins, D.Min.
Robert Johnston, S.T.D.
Calvin W. Kropp, Th.M.
William R. Phillips, Th.M.

CLINICAL PASTORAL EDUCATION SUPERVISORS
Imogene Bennett, B.R.E., D.Min

William P. Boyle, B.D., Th.M.
Dean C. Bridges, M.Div.
Donald H. Cabaniss, B.D., M.Ed.
O.L. Delozier, Jr., B.D.
Franklin D. Duncan, Ph.D.
G. Robert Gary, M.Div.
C. Fred Hall, B.D., Th.M.
Timothy Little, S.T.M.

Boyd McLocklin, Th.M.
Dan A. McRight, M.Div.
Robert R. Morris, Th.M.
John H. Patton, Ph.D.
William R. Phillips, Th.M.
Eugene Robinson, Th.M.
Phil Summerlin, B.A., M.Div.
Joseph W. Whitwell, S.T.D.

SUPERVISING PASTORS IN URBAN TRAINING
Calvin E. Houston, B.D. Betsy Irvine, B.D.

SUPERVISING PASTORS FOR SUMMER ASSISTANTS 1984

Steve Bacon
Dwight Bayley
Ted Beasley
Ben Bishop
Ron Botsford
Roy Brewton
Clifford Caldwell
Frank Colladay
Don Collins
Al Cone

Mary Jane Cornell
Larry Crocker
Joe Donaho
Bob Dunham
Paul Eckel
Art Fogartie
James Foil
Kenneth Ford
Coy Franklin
Joan Gray
Bill Hammond
George Kaulbach
Hal Keller
Fitzhugh Legerton

Sam Marshall
Edgar Mayse
Ralph McCaskill
Albert Myers
John Nicolson
Mickey Rice
James Richardson
Moss Robertson
Tom Rogers
James St. John
Carl Schlich
Ken Shick
Stephen Sloop
Paul Smith
Jerry Tabler
Donald Wade
Julian Walthall
Hugh Ward
Robert Watkin
Jack Westlund
Chuck Williamson

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SUPERVISING PASTORS FOR D.MIN. AND M.DIV. INTERNS 1984

Donald Day Richard Ribble

Jan Eckel Rebecca Skillern

Raymond Guterman Jim Speed

Michal Hall Fred Tulloch

Bill Kryder Jerry Voye
Ted Land
Robert Ledbetter
George Preston

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GRADUATING CLASS OF 1984

DOCTOR OF MINISTR Y (In
Henry E. Acklen
Frank L. Arnold
Burnell Chaney
J. Lawerence Cuthill
Warner Francis Davis
Anthony Wayne Dean
Daniel M. Donaldson
A. Daniel Freeman
Douglas Ray Holland
Robert Leslie Holmes
William P. Lancaster, Jr.
Ted W. Land

Ministry)

Overtoun Paulos Mazunda
Scott McNair Poole
Thomas Russell Roddy
Joseph A. Scharer
Carl Linck Schlich III
William Osburn Smith
James O. Speed, Jr.
Joseph E. Sutherland
Edwin G. Thomas
Hany Muanza Wakuteka
Charles Colliver Williamson

DOCTOR OF MINISTR Y (In-Sequence)

Randall Thomas Clayton Ellis Bostick Davis, Jr.

Matthew W. Covington Robert A. McCully, Jr.

MASTER OF THEOLOGY
Tafatoluomalua T. Filemoni
Adelia Dorothy Kelso

MASTER OF DIVINITY

Philip Rick Baggett
Kenneth Alan Barfield
Johnie Bennett
John Wesley Brock III
Kimberly L. Clayton

with distinction
Jon Marshall Coon
David Thomas Daniel
Charles Gregory Darden
Lemuel Tyler Downing III
Allen N. Fairfax
Susanne Darnell Fairfax
Rusty Alan Freeman
Michael A. Gibson
George Philip Gold
James Blakeney Hawthorne
Robert Stockton Hay
William Calvin Hayes
William Henry Hoff

with distinction
Lynn Gregory Holladay
Roland Wayne Hollaway, Jr.
Paul R. Irwin
Anne M. Jenkins
Barry L. Jenkins
Ray Glenn Jones III

Richard B. Wilson

Walter M. Jones

with distinction
Mark William Kayser
Robert Gary Kelly
Lewis Clark Kimmel, Jr.
Jonathan W. Lovelady

with distinction
Warren B. McKinney

with distinction
Daniel V. McMillan
Mark E. Montfort

with distinction
Merritt Lee Nickinson

with distinction
Susan Kathleen Lindsey Parchem
Daniel Burnette Parker
James William Piatt
Raymond R. Roberts, Jr.
Daniel Mark Sanders-Wooley

with distinction
Stanley Marc Sherrod

with distinction
Kathryn Rest Thoresen
William Thurston Wilson
James Bartelle Wooten, Jr.

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MASTER OF ARTS (Theological Studies)

Sanford M. Fitzsimmons Raymond Mercado

MASTER OF ARTS (Youth Ministry)

Sheri Howard Grove Deannine Ann Haney

with distinction Westley Martin Kazembe

PRIZES AND AWARDS 1984

WILDS BOOK PRIZE Kimberly Clayton

PAUL T. FUHRMANN BOOK PRIZE IN CHURCH

HISTORY Chris Zorn

FLORRIE WILKES SANDERS PRIZE IN THEOLOGY Marc Sherrod

EMMA GAILLARD BOYCE MEMORIAL AWARD Elinor Daniel

INDIANTOWN COUNTRY CHURCH AWARD Alan Harvey

LYMAN AND MYKI MOBLEY PRIZE IN BIBLICAL

SCHOLARSHIP Marc Sherrod

PRESBYTERY OF ST. ANDREW WOMEN OF THE CHURCH

PREACHING AWARD Walter Jones

SAMUEL A. CARTLEDGE NEW TESTAMENT

EXEGESIS AWARD Jeff White

FANNIE JORDAN BRYAN FELLOWSHIP Daniel Sanders- Wooley

Merritt Nickinson

COLUMBIA GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP Mark Montfort

HARVARD A. ANDERSON FELLOWSHIP Kim Clayton

JAMES T. AND CELESTE M. BOYD MEMORIAL BOOK

FUND AWARD Lynn Holliday

Thurston Wilson

COLUMBIA SCHOLARS

Richard Hill William McKissack

Wade Malloy Melana Scruggs

Vickie Thomas

TULL SCHOLARS

Georgeolimpio A. Miranda Jeri L. Parris

David Weitnauer George Waters

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1984-85 ROLL OF STUDENTS
ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL DEGREE STUDENTS
DOCTOR OF SACRED THEOLOGY

Shirley Ford Adams
Dunwoody, Georgia

Deryck Durston
Norcross, Georgia

David F. Fleece
Lithonia, Georgia

Howard Gregory
Kingston, Jamaica

Calvin Kropp
Decatur, Georgia

Maclean Kumi
Ghana, West Africa

Tore-Kristian Lang
Fredrikstad, Norway

Louis R. Lothman
Tucker, Georgia

Robert Kim Mclntire
Smyrna, Georgia

George H. Sparks
Dalton, Georgia

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B.F.A., University of Georgia

D.Min., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., University of Witwatersrand
T.T.H.D., Johannesburg College of

Education
M.Div., Wartburg Theological Seminary
S.T.M., New York Theological Seminary

B.A., Columbia Bible College

B.D., Covenant Theological Seminary

Th.M., Duke University

B.A., University of the West Indies
S.T.M., Virginia Theological Seminary

B.S., M.B.A., Northwestern Universtiy
B.D., Th.M, Columbia Theological
Seminary

B.A., University of Ghana

Th.M., Columbia Theological Seminary

Candidatus Theologiae, Det Teologiske

Menighetsfakultetet
S.T.M., Wartburg Theological Seminary

A.B., Duke University

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.S., North Georgia College
M.Div., Candler School of Theology

B.C.E., Georgia Tech

M.Div., Virginia Theological Seminary

DOCTOR OF MINISTRY (IN-MINISTRY)

Normer McKinnon Adams
Fayetteville, Georgia

Ralph J. Aker
Orlando, Florida

Dolphus Jerome Allen
Fort Myers, Florida

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B.A., Atlanta Christian College
M.Div., Lincoln Christian Seminary

B.A., Morris Brown College

M.Ed., Tuskegee Institute

M.Div., Columbia Theolocical Seminary

B.A., Davidson College
M. Div. , Union Theological Seminary in
Virginia

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Donald Eugene Allison
Chattanooga, Tennessee

Robert Harold Anderson
Rushville, Indiana

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Earle Wilson Angell
Aiken, South Carolina

Paul Oscar Ard, Jr.
Athens, Tennessee

Stephen Allan Bacon
Cartersville, Georgia

Gary Donald Barber

Spartanburg, South Carolina

Earle Partlow Barron
Erwin, Tennessee

Gary Lee Batchelor
Rome, Georgia

Thomas Joe Baughman
Orlando, Florida

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Harvey Burwell Bennett, Jr. y
Mobile, Alabama

Jacob Boris Berlin
Augusta, Georgia

Edwin D. Bernard
Rockmart, Georgia

Thomas Leon Bess
Macon, Georgia

y

Stephen Lee Birch
Clearwater, Florida

Malcolm Bennett Bishop, III
Monroe, Georgia

B.A., Tennessee Wesleyan College
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at

Emory University
M.A., Long Island University

B.A., Franklin College

M.Ed., University of Pittsburgh

M.Div., Christian Theological Seminary

B.A., University of South Carolina
M.Div., New Orleans Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.S., Presbyterian College

M.Div. Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., King College

B.D., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Wofford College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Erskine College

B.D., Erskine Theological Seminary

Th.M., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., University of Arkansas
M.Div., Southern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Ohio State University

M.Div., Princeton Theological Seminary

B.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and

State University
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Harvard College

M. S. , University of North Carolina

M.Div., Protestant Episcopal Theological

Seminary
M.A., University of South Carolina

B.S., University of Tennessee

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.C.S., Strager Junior College

B.A., Fort Valley State College
M.Div., Interdenominational Theological
Center

B.A., Anderson College
M.Div., Phillips University

B.A., King College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

101

John L. Bledsoe
Toccoa, Georgia

Alan Clarke Bone

Belvedere, South Carolina v:

James Dorrell Bowen
Waycross, Georgia

Albert James Bowles, Jr.
Knoxville, Tennessee

John Ebenezer Boyd, Jr.

North Augusta, South Carolina

William John Boyd, III

Summerville, South Carolina

John Carl Boyer
Eufaula, Alabama

Joseph Cashion Brandon
Eustis, Florida

Murray Neil Breland
Johnston, South Carolina

Robert Allan Bridgeman
Hinesville, Georgia

Elmon Huey Brown, Jr.
Bristol, Virginia

John Carlton Bryan
Augusta, Georgia

Lewis William Bullard
DeBary, Florida

Charles Curtis Burnett, Jr.
Powell, Tennessee

Clyde LaRocque Carter
Birmingham, Alabama

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B.A., Mercer University
M.Div., Southern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Eureka College

B.D., Lexington Theological Seminary

B.A., Valdosta State College
M.Div., Southeastern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Emory & Henry College
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.A., Catawba College
M.Div., Lutheran Theological Southern
Seminary

B.A., Erskine College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Presbyterian College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., King College

M.Div., Union Theological Seminary in
Virginia

B.A., University of Miami
M.Div., Southeastern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.S., Campbell College
M.Div., Southeastern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Sam ford University
B.D., Southern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Emory University
M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.S., Florida State University

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Tennessee Wesley an College
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.A., Johnson C. Smith University
B.D., Johnson C. Smith University
M.A., Sam ford University

102

Walter Ronald Case, Sr.
Rock Hill, South Carolina

Paul Bacot Cassibry
Ft. Benning, Georgia

Edward Hazlett Chambers
Montego Bay, Jamaica

Thomas Allan Cheatham
Montevallo, Alabama

David Lee Clark
Avondale Estates, Georgia

William Eugene Clark
Oxford, Mississippi

Larry Cecil Cosper
Montezuma, Georgia

Gerald Wayne Craft
Eatontown, New Jersey

James Lee Cross, Jr.
Columbia, South Carolina

O. Leighton Culler

Matthews, North Carolina

Thomas Willcox Currie
Dalton, Georgia

Richard Allen Cushman
Summerville, South Carolina

Charles William Davenport

Kings Mountain, North Carolina

Frank Barry Davies
Decatur, Georgia

B.A., Bob Jones University

M.S., Long Island University

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.S., Mississippi College

B.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological

Seminary
M.S., Long Island University

Dip. Th., United Theological Seminary
M.Div., Lancaster Theological Seminary
S.T.M., Lancaster Theological Seminary

B.A., University of Georgia

M.Div., Reformed Theological Seminary

B.A., Mercer University
M.R.E., Southern Baptist Seminary
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.A., Arkansas College
B.D., Austin Presbyterian Theological
Seminary

B.A., Sam ford University
M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.S., Mobile College
M.Div., New Orleans Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Baylor University

M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological

Seminary

B.A., High Point College
Certificate, Union Theological Seminary
in Virginia

B.A., Presbyterian College
B.D., Union Theological Seminary in
Virginia

B.S.A., University of Florida

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Lander College

M.Div., Erskine Theological Seminary

B.A., Birmingham University, England
L.R.A.M., Royal Schools of Music,

London
L.T.C.L., Trinity College, L on don
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary
Dip. Ed., London University, Education

Department

103

Dent Catron Davis, III
Hendersonville, Tennessee

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Sam Davis

North Augusta, South Carolina

Marlin Henry Day
Atlanta, Georgia

Joseph Ferrell Drummond
Augusta, Georgia

John Clifford Dudley
Hattiesburg, Mississippi

William Edwin Dudley
Montgomery, Alabama

Harry Dee Durbin
Millington, Tennessee

Leonard Morris Engstrom
Memphis, Tennessee

Saul Jesus Espino
Cuba

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William Jay Donaldson, Jr. S
Atlanta, Georgia

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Hugh Lee Eichelberger, Jr. v
Tucker, Georgia

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Ralph McKnight Evans

Hampstead, North Carolina

Gilmer Davis Fauber, Jr.
Fort Thomas, Kentucky

Aubrey Bennie Floyd
Rogersville, Tennessee

B. S. , University of Tennessee
M.Div., Vanderbilt University Divinity
School

B.A., Voorhees College
M.Div., Interdenominational Theological
Center

B.A., Atlanta Christian College
B.S., Mississippi State University
M.B.E., M.Div., Columbia Theological
Seminary

B.A., King College

M.Div., Th.M., Columbia Theological

Seminary
M.S., University of Tennessee
M.A., Ph.D., Michigan State University

B.S., Jacksonville State University
M.A., Jacksonville State University
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory

B.S., Georgetown University

M.Div., Union Theological Seminary in

Virginia
Th.M., Union Theological Seminary in

Virginia

B.S., Auburn University

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.S., Union University

M.Div., Southern Baptist Theological

Seminary
M.Ed., Memphis State University

A.B., Presbyterian College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Wheaton College

Certificate, Luther Theological Seminary

B. S. , University of Texas

M. Div. , Garrett Evangelical Seminary

B.A., Presbyterian College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Georgetown College
M.Div., Duke Divinity School

B.A., Furman University
B.D., Southern Baptist Theological
Seminary

104

Lavern Gerhardt Franzen
Temple Terrace, Florida

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David Murphy Fry
Atlanta, Georgia

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Raymond Wesley Gamble
Stuart, Florida

Richard Curtis Gates
Hurricane, West Virginia

Ronald Lamar Gaynor
Augusta, Georgia

Stephen Elwood Graves
St. Cloud, Florida

Earl Alan Hackett t/"

Augusta, Georgia

David Lippincott Hale
Rogersville, Tennessee

s

Elias S. Hardge, Jr. S

St. Louis, Missouri

William Charles Harris
Augusta, Georgia

V

Henry Alfred Haynes
Eatontown, New Jersey

Lonnie Lee Herd
Stone Mountain, Georgia

James Coker Hilton x

Lancaster, South Carolina

James Lee Hinzman
High Shoals, Georgia

Adlai Cornwell Holler, Jr. /
Summerville, South Carolina

B.S., Concordia Teachers College
M.A., Concordia Seminary

B.S., University of Tennessee
M.A., Young Life Institute

B.A., Houghton College
M.Div., Union Theological Seminary in
Virginia

Mississippi State University

Diploma, Reformed Theological Seminary

B.A., University of South Carolina
B.D., Southeastern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Eckerd College
M.Div., San Francisco Theological
Seminary

B.A., Kansas Wesley an University
Th.M., Southern Methodist University
S.T.M., Southern Methodist University

B.A., King College
B.D., Th.M., Union Theological
Seminary in Virginia

B.A., North Carolina Central University
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.A., Johnson C. Smith University
M.Div., Johnson C. Smith School of

Theology
Th.M., Southeastern Baptist Theological

Seminary
S.T.M., New York Theological Seminary

B.A., Hampton Institute
M.Div., Virginia Union University School
of Theology

B.S., Carson-Newman College
M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., University of South Carolina
M.Div., Southwestern Baptist
Theological Seminary

B.B.A., Marshall University
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.A., Wo f ford College
M.Div., Duke Divinity School

105

Grady Lamar Holley
Dublin, Georgia

Edward Harry Home
Grand Caymen, British
West Indies

William Edgar Hotchkiss
Jacksonville, Florida

George Turner Howard, III
Knoxville, Tennesse

Ira Gahagen Howard
Kingsport, Tennessee

James Harry Huffaker
Panama City, Florida

Charles Betts Huntley
Korea

Robert Floyd Inman

Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Colon Stonewall Jackson, Jr.
Charleston, South Carolina

William Lester Jenkins, Jr.
Cleveland, Mississippi

William Henry Jennings
Brazil

Alice Arthur Johnson

Charlotte, North Carolina

Fred Larkin Keith

Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina

Sae Hee Kim
Miami, Florida

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B.S., Jacksonville State University
Th.M., New Orleans Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Eckerd College
M.Div., Austin Presbyterian Theological
Seminary

B.A., Florida Southern College
B.D., Th.M., Columbia Theological
Seminary

B.A., Tulane University

J. D. , University of Tennessee College of

Law
M. Div. , Seven th-Day A dven tist

Theological Seminary

B.A., Waynesburg College

M.Div, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary

B.S., East Tennessee State University
M.C.E., Presbyterian School of Christian

Education
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Duke University
B.D., Th.M., Union Theological
Seminary in Virginia

B.A., Davidson College
M.Div., Union Theological Seminary in
Virginia

B.A., Wake Forest University

M.Div., Southeastern Baptist Theological

Seminary
M.A., Webster College

B.S.Ed., Delta State University
M.Div., Southern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Illinois Wesleyan University
M.Div., Princeton Theological Seminary
Th.M., Princeton Theological Seminary

B.S., Jacksonville State University
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.S., Georgia Institute of Technology
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

Th.B., Yonsei University, Korea
M.Div., Presbyterian Theological

Seminary, Korea
Th.M., Columbia Theological Seminary

106

Justin Paul Kollmeyer
Tampa, Florida

Mary Jane Kuhns
Atlanta, Georgia ^

Charles Edward Lanier
Hines, Illinois

John Douglas LeHeup

Abbeville, South Carolina v

Robert Sumter Link
Floyd, Virginia

Wanda Gail Logan

Panama City Beach, Florida

Thomas Joseph Lusk

Greenwood, South Carolina

Philip Emmanuel Makari
Cumming, Georgia

Ronald Eugene Martin
Ellenwood, Georgia

Robert Murray Marvin
Parnaiba, Piaui, Brazil

Millie Beasley Mattison
Tampa, Florida

Fred Ranson McAlister, Jr.
Charlotte, North Carolina

Robert Hilton McBride
Lexington, South Carolina

George Daniel McCall
Augusta, Georgia

John Knox McCallum, Jr.
Greenville, South Carolina

Clyde Taft McCants

Greenville, South Carolina

Woodrow McKay, Jr.
Atlanta, Georgia

B.A., Valparaiso University

M. Div. , Christ Seminary-Seminex

B.A., Muskingum College
M.Div., Louisville Presbyterian
Theological Seminary

B.A., Central Wesleyan College
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary
M.S., Long Island University

B.A., University of South Carolina
M.Div., Gordon-Conwell Theological
Seminary

B.A., Presbyterian College

B.D., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Western Kentucky University
M.Div., Vanderbilt University

B.A., Central Wesleyan College
M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary

B.Div., Abbasya Theological Seminary in

Cairo
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.S., B.A., Youngstown State University
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.A., Bob Jones University

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., University of South Florida
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Davidson College

B.D., Columbia Theological Seminary

Th.M., Princeton Theological Seminary

B.S., The Citadel

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.S., Davidson College

B.D., Columbia Theological Seminary

Th.M., Princeton Seminary

B.A., Presbyterian College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Erskine College

M.A., Duke University

M.Div., Erskine Theological Seminary

B.S., Davidson College
M.Div., Union Theological Seminary in
Virginia

107

Robert Grafton McGehee
Birmingham, Alabama

Dale Edwin Miller
Greeneville, Tennessee

Ralph Wayne Milligan
Tuscaloosa, Alabama

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Lawrence Curtis Mitchell
Statesboro, Georgia

Thomas Jeffreys Mitchiner, Jr.^
Tallahassee, Florida

Hugh Reid Montgomery, Sr.
Reidsville, North Carolina

James Alfred Moore, Jr.
Langley, South Carolina

Willis Homer Moore
Kingsland, Georgia

Phillip Eugene Morris
Hodges, South Carolina

Thomas Otto Mueller
Boston, Georgia

Albert Aldrich Myers, Jr.
Conyers, Georgia

Wanda Suddreth Neely
Johnson City, Tennessee

Charles William Owens, Jr.
Fort Valley, Georgia

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Tony Gordon Moon s

Franklin Springs, Georgia

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B.S., Davidson College
M.S., Emory Univeristy
B.D., Austin Presbyterian Theological
Seminary

B.A., Westminster College
M.Div., Pittsburgh Seminary

B.A., Sterling College

M.Div., Pittsburgh Theological Seminary

Th.M., Princeton Theological Seminary

B.A., Bethany College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Erskine College
M.Div., Union Theological Seminary in
Virginia

B.A., Elon College

B.D., Union Theological Seminary in

Virginia
S.T.M., Biblical Seminary
A.B.D., New York University

B.S., Emmanuel College School of

Christian Ministries
M.Div., Eastern Mennonite Seminary
Th.M., Southeastern Baptist Seminary

B.A., Gardner-Webb College
M.Div., New Orleans Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.S., Georgia Southern College
B.D., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

Th.B., Holmes College of the Bible
A.B., Central Wesley an College
Th.M., Immanual Baptist College
M.Div., Erskine Theological Seminary

B.S., Arkansas Polytechnic College
M.Div., Reformed Theological Seminary

B.A., Davidson College
B.D., Union Theological Seminary in
Virginia

B.A., Gardner-Webb College
M.Div., Southeastern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Centre College of Kentucky
M.Div., Louisville Presbyterian
Theological Seminary

108

Grady Morton Parsons
Bristol, Tennessee

Reginald Victor Parsons
Ripley, Mississippi

Floyd Peter Peterson
Wildwood, Florida

Mark Daniel Philpot
Lexington, Kentucky

William Maynard Pittendreigh, Jr.
Abbeville, South Carolina /

Gwynette Grier Pittenger
Jacksonville, Florida

David Alan Posey
Covington, Georgia

Albert Lamar Potts

Columbia, South Carolina

James Ronald Priddy
Macon, Georgia

James Henry Quillin

Hemingway, South Carolina

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Kenneth Lonnie Randolph
Montgomery, Alabama

Arville Luther Renner
Jacksonville, Florida

L. Thomas Richie
Anderson, South Carolina

Joe Willie Rigsby

Hattiesburg, Mississippi / -

John Hauser Roark

Stone Mountain, Georgia V

Andrew Donaldson Robb, III
Birmingham, Alabama \j

B.S., University of Tennessee
M.Div., Gordon-Conwell Theological
Seminary

B.A., Otterbein College
M.Div., Louisville Presbyterian
Theological Seminary

B.A., Moravian College

M.Div., Moravian Theological Seminary

B.A., Asbury College

M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary

B.A., Erksine College

M. Div. , Erksine Theological Seminary

B.A., Rollins College

M.S./L.S., University of North Carolina

at Chapel Hill
M.C.E., Garrett Evangelical Theological

Seminary

B.A., West Georgia College
M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.S., University of Georgia

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.B.A., University of Texas
M.Div., Brite Divinity School

B.A., Southwestern Assemblies of God

College
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Harding College

M.A., Harding Graduate School

B.A., Marion College
B.D., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.A., Erskine College

M.Div., Erskine Theological Seminary

B.A., Stillman College

B.D., Johnson C. Smith University

B.F.A., University of Georgia

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., B.S., Lehigh University

B. D. , Princeton Theological Seminary

M.A., Scarritt College

109

Samuel Frisbie Rutland
Charlotte, North Carolina

Byron Johnson Scott, Jr.
Jeffersonville, Georgia

Mary Louise Sferre
Jacksonville, Florida

Angus Robertson Shaw, III
Johnson City, Tennessee

Ruffin Page Shelton
Snellville, Georgia

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Jerry Wayne Shirley

Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina

William Clarence Sistar, Jr.
Okeechobee, Florida

J. Hyatt Smith
Midville, Georgia

Jennifer Jo Smith
Atlanta, Georgia

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Otis Artis Smith
Augusta, Georgia

Mary Steves

Jacksonville, Florida

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Maurice Leon Stone
Sarasota, Florida

s

V

Philip Harbin Summerlin
Marietta, Georgia

Charles Sackett Sydnor, Jr.
Kingsport, Tennessee

Morris Alford Taylor
Starkville, Mississippi

j

B.A., Wake Forest University
M.Div., Southern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Asbury College
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.A., St. Rose College
M.A., Seton Hall University
M.S.W., Syracuse University

B.A., Bob Jones University

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Duke University
M.Div., Duke Divinity School
M. S. W. , University of North Carolina
School of Social Work

B.A., Baylor University
M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Presbyterian College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.S., Georgia Southern College
M.Div., Interdenominational Theological
Center

B.S., Troy State University
M.Ed., Auburn University of

Montgomery
M.Div., New Orleans Baptist
Theological Seminary

B.A., LeMoyne College

M.Div., Interdenominational Theological

Center
M.S., Long Island University

B.S., Seton Hall University
M. S. W. , Syracuse University

B.S., Florida State University
M.Div., Union Theological Seminary in
Virginia

B.A., Abilene Christian University
S. T.B., Harvard Divinity School

B.A., Duke University
B. D. , Union Theological Seminary in
Virginia

B.A., Mississippi College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

110

Carl Kahrs Towley
Potomac, Maryland

Lewis Earl Trotter
Sarasota, Florida

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Claude Owen Tucker
Crestview, Florida

Owen Evans Tucker
Kingsport, Tennessee

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Gerald Leonhardt Voye
Temple Terrace, Florida

Lloyd L. Watkins

Birmingham, Alabama

^

Roger Snyder Watkins
Piano, Texas

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Jane Lindsay Seargeant-Watt
Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Jaap Hook Wheelhower
Auburndale, Florida

James Mark Wilburn
College Station, Texas

Robert Dale Williams
Memphis, Tennessee

Robert Rawsthorne Wilson
Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Charles Parker Wright
Atlanta, Georgia

v

Elizabeth Barbara Yonteck /
Sutton, West Virginia

Thomas Richard Zehnder ^
Stuart, Florida

MASTER OF THEOLOGY

B.A., Gustavus Adolphus College
B.D., A ugustana Theological Seminary
Th.M., Princeton Theological Seminary

B.S., Memphis State University
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Asbury College

B.D., Asbury Theological Seminary

B.A., Arkansas College
M.Div., Louisville Presbyterian

Theological Seminary
M.Ed., Memphis State University

B.A., University of Tampa
M.Div., Union Theological Seminary in
Virginia

B.A., Miles College

M.Div., Interdenominational Theological
Center

B.A., Belhaven College
M.Div., Austin Presbyterian Theological
Seminary

B.S., Russell Sage College
M.Div., Colgate Rochester Divinity
School

B.A., Rutgers University
M.Div., New Brunswick Theological
Seminary

B.S., Belhaven College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.S., Massachusetts Institute of

Technology
M.Div., Gordon-Conwell Theological

Seminary

B.A., Waynesburg College

M.Div., Pittsburgh Theological Seminary

B.A., King College

B.D., Pittsburgh Theological Seminary

B.S., University of Miami

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Concordia Seminary
B.D., Concordia Seminary

Frank Charles Aichinger
Woodstock, Georgia

B.A., University of Virginia

M.Div., Princeton Theological Seminary

111

Abner Ferreira de Assis
Jaboatao P. E., Brazil

Donald Garry Bennett
Cleveland, Tennessee

Ralph Jerome Boone
Cleveland, Tennessee

Douglas William Bower
Athens, Georgia

Georgianna Via Brabban
Chinquapin, North Carolina

Dean Carlyle Bridges
Riverdale, Georgia

Samuel Harrison Cain
Stone Mountain, Georgia

Robert Lindsay Carroll, Jr.
Avondale Estates, Georgia

Joong Ho Chong
Korea

Robert Belin Collingwood
Bamberg, South Carolina

Mary Jane Cornell
Decatur, Georgia

Snow Ray Donmoyer
Alachua, Florida

Kerry Perron Duncan
Lithonia, Georgia

Michael Lee Dusing
Lakeland, Florida

John Samuel Eddinger
Lilburn, Georgia

Marvin Browning Fergus
Alpharetta, Georgia

B.D., Seminaro Pres. do Notre

B.A., Lee College

M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Lee College

M.A., Wheaton Graduate School

B.S., Oglethorpe University

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.S., West Liberty State College
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Carson-Newman College
M.Ed., University of Georgia
B.D., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.A., Erskine College

M.Div., Erskine Theological Seminary

B.A., University of South Carolina
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.E., Kyungpook National University
M.Div., Presbyterian Theological
Seminary, Seoul, Korea

B.A., University of South Carolina
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.A., Agnes Scott College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.S., University of South Carolina
M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., University of Georgia

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Southeastern College of the

Assemblies of God
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at

Emory University

B.A., Wake Forest University
M.Div., Southeastern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., University of Georgia
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

112

Steven Merle Fettke
Lakeland, Florida

Gerald Wayne Gardner
Decatur, Georgia

Ronald James Greer
Snellville, Georgia

Robert Leroy Griffin
Decatur, Georgia

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Bernard Macfarren Griffith

St. Michael, Barbados, West Indies

Rudolf Rex Hussmann
Atlanta, Georgia

Elizabeth Tobie Irvine
Atlanta, Georgia

Anne Manson Jenkins
Decatur, Georgia

Rhona Mitchell Jones
Decatur, Georgia

Yoshinobu "Zino" Kochi
Maragame, Japan

Daniel Lee Kurbis
Cleveland, Tennessee

Dong Kyo Lee
Seoul, Korea

Franklin Elliott Lewis ^
Morristown, Tennessee

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John Michael Mills
Eatonton, Georgia

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B.A., Northwest Oklahoma State

University
M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological

Seminary

B.A., Limestone College
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.S., Louisiana State University
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.A., Belhaven College

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

Erdiston Teacher's Certificate and

Certificate in Education, University of

the West Indies
Diploma and B.A., Codrington

Theological College, University of the

West Indies

B.A., Concordia Senior College
M.Div., Concordia Seminary

B.A., Ohio Wesley an University
M.Div., Yale Divinity School

B.A., Furman University

M.S., University of Southern Illinois

B.A., Middlesex

Education Certificate, Moray House
Cambridge Theological Certificate,
Westminster Theological Seminary

B.A., Kansai University

Graduated, Kobe Reformed Seminary

B.A., Lee College

M.Div., Ashland Theological Seminary

B.A., Pres byterian Gen eral A ssem bly

Theological Seminary
B.D., Presbyterian General Assembly

Theological Seminary

B.A., Marshall University
M.Div., Louisville Presbyterian
Theological Seminary

B.A., Shorter College

M.S., M.R.E., Harding University

M.Th., Alabama Christian School of

Religion
D.Min., Columbia Theological Seminary

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Richard Gary Moore
Sweetwater, Tennessee

Lance Alfred Netland
Decatur, Georgia

V

Stephen Russell Paine

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Justin Leonard Peart
Kingston, Jamaica

Judith Mary Peterkin
Perth, Western Australia

John-Nelson Buttermore Pope
Waynesville, North Carolina

Jack Guy Pride, Jr.
Atlanta, Georgia

James Howard Railey, Jr.
Lakeland, Florida

Egbert Maloney Robertson
Jamaica, West Indies

William Cullens Robinson
Charlotte, North Carolina

Gary Lester Rollins
Decatur, Georgia

Kathryn Hooks Sandifer
Tucker, Georgia

John Guilds Seabrook, Jr.
Huntsville, Alabama

Michele Sue Sears Shumake
Decatur, Georgia

Samuel Jack Sligar
Atlanta, Georgia

B.S., University of Florida
M. Div. , Trinity Evangelical Divinity
School

B.A., Concordia Senior College
M.Div., Concordia Theological Seminary

B.A., Lee College
M.Div., Church of God School of
Theology

College Diploma, Union Theological

Seminary, Jamaica
Diploma of Theology, University of

London
B.A., Theology, University of West Indies

Deaconess House Anglican

B.A., Stetson University

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A./B.S., University of Southern

Mississippi
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at

Emory University

B.A., Southeastern College of the

Assemblies of God
M.Div., Erskine Theological Seminary

B.A., Theology, University of West Indies
Certificate, St. Peter's Theological

College, Jamaica, and Wilson Training

College, London

B.A., East Carolina University
M.Div., Duke Divinity School

B.A., Ashland College
M.Div., Candler School of Theology at
Emory University

B.A., Queens College

M.C.E., Presbyterian School of Christian

Education
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.A., Wofford College

M.Div., Princeton Theological Seminary

B. M. Ed. , University of Kansas
M.Div., Interdenominational Theological
Center

B.A., Bridgewater College

M. Div. , Bethany Theological Seminary

114

Gary Elvin Strickland
Conyers, Georgia

Bruce David Swanson
Pacific City, Oregon

Jill Denise Ulrici
Norcross, Georgia

James Ronald Wilson
Greenville, Georgia

Ronald Stephen Wright
Weir, Mississippi

Emmie Caldwell Young
Atlanta, Georgia

B.A., Sam ford University
M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Pacific Lutheran University
M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

B.S., Medical College of Georgia
M.Div., Yale Divinity School

B.A., Sam ford University
M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological
Seminary

B.A., Union University
M.Div., Memphis Theological Seminary
of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church

B.A., Vanderbilt University

M.Div., Columbia Theological Seminary

FIRST PROFESSIONAL DEGREE STUDENTS
E COMPONENT

Name

Home Town

Michael Terrence Bragan
Gainesville, Florida

Sara Miriam Dunson
Commerce, Georgia

Sherron Kay George
Mebane, North Carolina

Jung Mi Han

Marietta, Georgia

Pamela R. King

Seminole, Florida

Geraldine Marie Montfort
Jacksonville, Florida

Lawrence David Neal
Statesboro, Georgia

Vance Sumner Nesbit
Decatur, Georgia

Christopher Raymond Noto
Gainesville, Florida

College

Presbytery or Denomination

B.S., Georgia State University
Suwannee

B.S., Georgia College at Milledgeville

Athens

B.A., Belhaven College

M.A., University of North Carolina at

Chapel Hill

Orange

B.A., Lehman College
Atlanta

B.A., Flagler College
Suwannee

B.A., Flagler College
Suwannee

B.A., University of Georgia

Southern Baptist

B.A., Emory University

Atlanta

B.S., University of Florida

Suwannee

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Richard Conwell Wiggers
Richardson, Texas

B. S. , Miami University of Ohio

B.A., Michigan State University
Mobile

D COMPONENT

Gary Roy Califf

Martinsville, Virginia

Eugene Robert Donaldson

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Campbell Stuart MacLean
Savannah, Georgia

William Newton
Atlanta, Georgia

Philip Pidgeon, IV
Anderson, South Carolina

B.S., Geneva College

M.S., Radford University
Blue Ridge

B.A., Fairfield University

South Louisiana

B.A., East Tennessee State University

M.A., Presbyterian School of Christian

Education

M.S.W., Virginia Commonwealth

University

Sa vannah

AMI, Montessori Institute
Atlanta

B.A., University of the South

Memphis

C COMPONENT
Mary Gillespie Amos

Atlanta, Georgia

John Angkawidjaja

Jakarta, Indonesia

Charles Gregory Bird

Marianna, Florida

Janice Lenore Blissit

McDonough, Georgia

Joseph Leslie Brice

Blackshear, Georgia

Jane Lynn Bright
Wellford, South Carolina

Susan Quinn Bryan
Brownwood, Texas

Gary Leon Bullard

Debary, Florida

David Arnold Bush

St. Albans, West Virginia

B.A., Mary Baldwin College
Atlanta

B.A., Bryan College

Knoxville

B.S., Troy State University
Florida

B.S., Mercer University
Atlanta

B.S.A., University of Georgia
Sa vannah

B.A., Limestone College

M.A., Furman University

Piedmont

Amarillo College

Palo Duro Union

B.A., University of Central Florida
St. Johns

B.A., West Virginia State College
M.A., Georgia Southern College

Greenbrier

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William R. Cameron
Charleston Heights, South Carolina

Jae Heung Chung

Wheaton, Maryland

Martha Josephine Clinkscales
Charlotte, North Carolina

Willie Ed Coleman, Jr.

Memphis, Tennessee

Kathryn Yingling Daniel
Clearwater, Florida

Jannar William Davis
Temple Terrace, Florida

Paul Edward Forsyth

Atlanta, Georgia

Sandra Mae Fox

Marietta, Georgia

Kevin Armistead Gourley

Asheville, North Carolina

Charles Jarred Hammet

Columbia, South Carolina

Virginia Temple Hammett

Atlanta, Georgia

Hugh Arch Henderson

Columbia, South Carolina

John Loritts Herndon, III

Atlanta, Georgia

B.A., Presbyterian College
Charleston

B.S., University of Maryland

National Capital Union

B.A., Wake Forest University
Atlanta

B.S., Southwestern at Memphis

Atlanta

B.S., Stetson University

Southwest Florida Union

A.B., Vanderbilt University
M. Ed. , University of Florida

Ph.D., University of Florida

Southwest Florida Union

B.S., University of South Alabama
M.A., Presbyterian School of Christian
Education

Atlanta

B.S.Ed., Ohio University
Cherokee

B.A., Furman University

Asheville

B.A., Wofford College

Congaree

B.A., Mercer University
Atlanta

B.A., Presbyterian College

Congaree

B.S., Livingstone College
M.S., Southern Illinois University
J.D., St. Mary's University
Ph.D., University of Texas

Atlanta

Penny Jane Hill

Tucker, Georgia

Oris Leo Holliday, Jr.

Pine Bluff, Arkansas

Matthew Edward Horton
Atlanta, Georgia

Joseph Lenois Johnson

Panama City, Florida

B.A., Emory University
Atlanta

B.A., University of Arkansas
Pines

B.S., Georgia State University
Independent

B.S., Troy State University

Florida

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Robert Ralph Klein
Atlanta, Georgia

Sharon Elise Ledbetter
Decatur, Georgia

Edward Markham Linker, Jr.

Martinsville, Virginia

Georgeolimpio Afonso Miranda
Tuscaloosa, Alabama

James Albert Moran

Dublin, Georgia

Russ Braxton Morgan
Atlanta, Georgia

Steven Richard Negley

Tampa, Florida

Cameron Gray Norsworthy

Atlanta, Georgia

Timothy Jason Olds

Dalton, Georgia

Taylor Cy Phillips

Atlanta, Georgia

Stephen Andrew Shive
Greenville, South Carolina

Antonio Pereira DaSilva

Campo Grande, Brazil

Thomas Allen Stixrud

Atlanta, Georgia

William Jake Tyre

Monroe, Georgia

Thomas Andrew Ulrich
Pine Bluff, Arkansas

B.A., Colgate University
M.A., Yale University

Atlanta

B.S., Medical College of Georgia

Atlanta

B.A., University of Florida

M.A.T.S., Gordon - Con well Seminary
Blue Ridge

A.B., University of Ala bam a

John Knox

B.S., Presbyterian College
Augusta-Macon

B.A., University of the State of New

York

Atlanta

B.A., University of South Florida

Southwest Florida Union

B.A., University of Virginia

Atlanta

B.A., Presbyterian College
South Carolina

B.A., Southwestern at Memphis

Atlanta

B.A., Auburn University
Peidmont

Th.B., Seminario Presbyterian
Campo Grande

B.S., Georgia State University
Atlanta

B.B.A., University of Georgia
Christian Church (Disciples)

B.S., M.S., Louisiana Tech
Pines

INTERNS

Carol Shuler Abrams

Atlanta, Georgia

Jack Lawrence Bates

Columbia, South Carolina

John Harper Brady, III
Lithonia, Georgia

B.S., Cornell University
Georgia

B.A., Wo f ford College
Congaree

B.A., King College

Atlanta

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Michael Theodore Carey
Huntsville, Alabama

Thomas Hugh Clymer

Memphis, Tennessee

Janet Marie Deitrich

Decatur, Georgia

Claude Alan Harvey
Thomasville, North Carolina

Mary Huie-Jolly

Jonesboro, Georgia

Mary Elizabeth Lawrence

Columbia, South Carolina

Preston Sanders Shealy, Jr.
Camden, South Carolina

John Hopkins White
Columbia, South Carolina

Shuford Stanley White

Birmingham, Alabama

B. A . , University of A labama
North Alabama

B.S., Christian Brothers College

Memphis

B.A., University of Georgia

Atlanta

B.S., University of North Carolina at

Greensboro
Concord

B.A., Georgia State University
Atlanta

B.A., Furman University

Piedmont

B.A., Clemson University
Congaree

B.A., Presbyterian College
Congaree

B.A., Birmingham Southern College
M.A., University of Alabama

Birmingham

B COMPONENT

John Noah Baggett

Atlanta, Georgia

Susan Glenn Bryant

Sanford, Florida

James Doster Burton

Riverdale, Georgia

Ralph Robert Cain

Columbus, Georgia

Kathryn Cartledge

Atlanta, Georgia

Ervie Chris Curvin
Soddy Daisy, Tennessee

Elinor Perkins Daniel

Decatur, Georgia

Emory Gillespie David

Georgetown, South Carolina

Curry Watkins Davis

Summerville, Georgia

B.A., Georgia State University
Atlanta

B.A., Southwestern at Memphis
St. Johns

B.S., Georgia State University

Atlanta

B.S., Columbus College

Southwest Georgia

B.S., Georgia State University
Atlanta

B.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Knoxville

B.A., Agnes Scott College

Atlanta

B.A., Converse College

Harmony

B.A., University of California at Santa
Barbara

Cherokee

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Anne Coile Estes
Decatur, Georgia

B.A., University of Georgia

J.D., Emory University
Atlanta

Louis Shaw Grosse
Savannah, Georgia

Sidney Dawson Harmon

Collierville, Tennessee

Bryant Christopher Harris

Charlotte, North Carolina

A.B., University of Georgia
Savannah

B.A., Memphis State University

Memphis

B.A., Old Dominion University
Mecklenburg

George Timothy Head

Chattanooga, Tennessee

B.A., Jacksonville University

Knoxville

Guy Allen Helms

Signal Mountain, Tennessee

Paul Denman Henschen

Fayetteville, North Carolina

B.A., Covenant College

Knoxville

B.S., Davidson College
Orange

William Douglas Hood, Jr.

Seminole, Florida

B.A., Eckerd College
Southwest Florida

Joseph Barron Hopper, Jr.

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

B.A., University of North Carolina
at Asheville

Concord

Edward Mark Linker, Jr.

Martinsville, Virginia

B.A., University of Florida

M.A.T.S., Gordon - Con well Seminary
Blue Ridge

Olin Watson McBride

Conway, South Carolina

William Glen McKinney

Jacksonville, Florida

B.S., University of South Carolina
Pee Dee

B.A., University of South Alabama
Atlanta

Daniel Albert McLean

Asheville, North Carolina

B.S., University of North Carolina at
Asheville

Asheville

John Locke Milholland

Asheville, North Carolina

B.S., Western Carolina University
Asheville

James Belvin Miller

Greenville, South Carolina

A.B., University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill

Piedmont

Stephen Randolph Nickle

Jefferson City, Tennessee

Jeri Lee Parris Perkins
Spartanburg, South Carolina

A.B., Princeton University
Atlanta

B.A., Presbyterian College
South Carolina

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Martha Jane Petersen
Atlanta, Georgia

Steven L. Price

Aiken, South Carolina

Karen Whelchel Rice
Stephens, Georgia

John McClellan Richards
Decatur, Georgia

Homer Lee Roberts
Houston, Texas

Mary Leeann Rogers

Pensacola, Florida

Sandra Trest Sisson

Aberdeen, Mississippi

Leonard Ted Smith

Satellite Beach, Florida

Ronald Anthony Smith

Charlotte, North Carolina

Betty Lynn Stall

Brandon, Florida

Timothy Stephen Stewart
Snellville, Georgia

Donald Robert Stiens

Palm Harbor, Florida

Catherine A. Sumrall

New Orleans, Louisiana

Debbie Schneider Taylor

Stone Mountain, Georgia

Robert Aubrey Tolley

Plantation, Florida

Drew Warren Tomberlin, Jr.
Columbus, Georgia

Charles Michael Tucker

Shelbyville, Tennessee

B.A., Agnes Scott College

B.S.M., Cornell University, New York

Hospital School of Nursing

Atlanta

B.S., University of South Carolina
M.A., Presbyterian School of Christian
Education
Congaree

B.Mus., M.M.Ed., University of

Georgia

Athens

B.A., Davidson College
Atlanta

B.S., J.D., University of Houston

New Covenant

B.A., Eckerd College

Florida

B.A., Belhaven College
St. Andrew

B.S., University of South Carolina

St. Johns

B.A., University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill

Mecklenburg

B.A., Furman University

M.A., University of South Florida

Florida

Southwest Florida

B.A., Belhaven College

Southwest Georgia

B.A., Florida State University
Southwest Florida

B. S. , University of Wisconsin

South Louisiana

B.A., Vanderbilt University
Atlanta

B.A., University of South Florida

Methodist

B.S., Columbus College

Southwest Georgia

B. S. , University of Tennessee

Middle Tennessee

121

Connie L. Tuttle
Decatur, Georgia

David Denk Weitnauer
Decatur, Georgia

John V. Wendorph

Jacksonville, Florida

Charles Jefferies White

Winston Salem, North Carolina

Carol Anne Wood-Richards

Decatur, Georgia

Christopher Edward Zorn
Knoxville, Tennessee

B.A., Agnes Scott College
Atlanta

A.B., Davidson College

Atlanta

B.A., Jacksonville University

Suwannee

B.S., Appalachian State University
Concord

B.S., East Carolina University
Atlanta

B.A., Mercer University
Knoxville

A COMPNENT

Margaret Wilson Are

Atlanta, Georgia

Patrick Nixon Bailey

East Point, Georgia

Thomas Lynn Bales

Morristown, Tennessee

Donald Johnson Barbour

Orlando, Florida

John Henry Bell, Jr.

Knoxville, Tennessee

John Alexander Blake

Winter Park, Florida

William Herbert Bland, Jr.

Cary, North Carolina

Norwood Verne Brown, III
Pine Bluff, Arkansas

Mark Stewart Bryan
Mobile, Alabama

Carol Jaynes Byrd
Dade City, Florida

Joe Thomas Byrd
Dade City, Florida

Randall Franklin Clegg

Albany, Georgia

Ellis Leon Clymore

Atlanta, Georgia

B.A., Agnes Scott College

Atlanta

B.A., Lee College

Church of God

B.S., East Tennessee State University
Holston

B.A., M.B.A., Rollins College
Central Florida

B.A., Wake Forest University

Knoxville

B.A., University of Central Florida
St. Johns

B.S., M.C.E., N.C. State University
Orange

B.S., University of Arkansas
Pines

B.A., Sam ford University
John Knox

B.A., Berea College
Transylvania

B.A., Berea College
Transylvania

B.B.A., University of Georgia
Methodist

B.A., Harding College
Non-denominational

122

Gail Perkins Deane

Rembert, South Carolina

Sandra K. Edwards

Miami, Florida

Brett DeVaughn Ellington

Atlanta, Georgia

Jon Raymond Faraone

Wilmington, North Carolina

Robin Sumner Gantz
Roswell, Georgia

Daniel Wilbur Graham

Jacksonville, Florida

B.S., University of Alabama
M.A., Presbyterian School of Christian
Education
Congaree

B.S., M.S.W., Florida State University

Atlanta

B.A., Georgia Institute of Technology
Church of God

B.A., King College

Wilmington

B.A., Mercer University

Methodist

B.A., Carson Newman College

M.A.T., Jacksonville University

Suwannee

Richard James Harrod
West Monroe, Louisiana

B.S., University of Delaware
M.S., Murray State University

Pines

Richard Griffin Hill
Atlanta, Georgia

Ronald Reins Hilliard

North Palm Beach, Florida

John Dale Hobbs

Kingsport, Tennessee

B.A., Emory University

North Florida

B.A., Florida Atlantic University

Everglades

B.S., Tennessee Technological
University

Holston

Young Kyong Kim

Mission Viejo, California

Robert Kelly Locklear

Decatur, Georgia

Joseph Wade Malloy

Jacksonville, Florida

B.A., Biola University
Korean Presbyterian

B.A., Lee College

Church of God

B.A., University of North Florida
Suwannee

William Franklin McKissack
Roswell, Georgia

Wayne Delmont Morrison

Memphis, Tennessee

George Victor Naze, III
Avondale Estates, Georgia

B.S., Georgia Institute of Technology

Atlanta

B.A., Muskingum College
Memphis

B.A., University of South Florida

J.D., Stetson University
Atlanta

Stephen Lamar Nelms

Fayetteville, Georgia

B.A., Georgia State University

M.S., Southern Illinois University

Atlanta

123

John R. Park

Montgomery, Alabama

B.A., M.A., Chonnam National
University

John Knox

William R. Patterson
Tuskegee, Alabama

Karen Thea Petersohn
Atlanta, Georgia

Donald Grant Putnam

Martinez, Georgia

Diane Lovin Ragsdale

Atlanta, Georgia

Laura Dorsey Rains

Atlanta, Georgia

B.S., Tuskegee Institute
John Knox

B.F.A., University of Georgia
Atlanta

B.A., Roberts Wesley an College
Western New York

A.B., Georgia Southern College

Atlanta

B.A., Agnes Scott College

Atlanta

Robert P. Reno

Decatur, Georgia

B.A., Lehigh University

M.A., Ph.D., Michigan State University
Atlanta

Melana Teresa Scruggs

Temple Terrace, Florida

Oliver Rhett Talbert
Orangeburg, South Carolina

Vicki Jo Thomas

Bloomingdale, Ohio

Mary Louise Powell Wade

Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Karen Ruth Walkup

Columbia, South Carolina

George Houston Waters

Knoxville, Tennessee

B.A., University of Florida
Southwest Florida

B.A., M.A., University of South

Carolina
Harmony

B.A., Grove City College

Upper Ohio Valley

B.A., M.A., University of Southern
Mississippi

Southern Mississippi

B.A., University of South Carolina
Congaree

B.A., Wake Forest University

Knoxville

Walter Philip West

Conyers, Georgia

Judith Lynn Williamson
Union, South Carolina

B.A., King College

Atlanta

B.A., Presbyterian College

M.A., Clemson University
Pee Dee

Keith Gore Wiseman

Oxford, Mississippi

Sharon Kay Youngs
Allardt, Tennessee

B.A., University of Mississippi
St. Andrew

B.A., Maryville College
Atlanta

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MASTER OF ARTS IN YOUTH MINISTRY

Rosalia Baia de Assis
Candeias, Brazil

David Robert Grove
Largo, Florida

Lee Winifred Pruett

Birmingham, Michigan

Sandra Carol Wilmesherr

Duluth, Georgia

Pedagogia, Universidade

Pernambuco Presbytery, Brazil

B. S. , University of Florida
United Methodist

B.S., Oakland University

Detroit

B.S., Averett College

Atlanta

MASTER OF ARTS IN THEOLOGICAL STUDIES

Michael Kenneth Adams
Conyers, Georgia

William Richard Cook

Clarkston, Georgia

James Terry Guyton
Buford, Georgia

Colette B. Hamby

Tucker, Georgia

Edith Ivey Johnson

Roswell, Georgia

Amy Corley Lanier

Decatur, Georgia

Richard Terry Maul
Atlanta, Georgia

Sister Carolyn Oberkirch

Atlanta, Georgia

Melvin Neely Young, II

Atlanta, Georgia

B.A., Southeastern Bible College

Assembly of God
B.A., Atlanta Christian College

Church of God

B.S., Georgia Southwestern College
Church of God

B.A., Mercer University
Lutheran

B.A., Mercer University
Baptist

B.A., Agnes Scott College

Episcopal

B.A., University of Florida
Church of Christ

M.Ed., Loyola College

Roman Catholic

B.A., Washington and Lee University
Atlanta

SPECIAL STUDENTS

Margit Balog
Hungary

Sophia Katharina Bietenhard

Switzerland

Theol. Academy, Debrecen

Reformed Church of Hungary

University of Bern
Reformed Church of Switzerland

Jerry Edward Blacklaw

Atlanta, Georgia

B.A., Hendrix College

M.A.Y.M., Fuller Theological Seminary
Atlanta

125

Catherine Taylor Childs

Bethany, Connecticut

Francis V. Daniell
Athens, Georgia

Everald Galbraith

Kingston, Jamaica

Bennie Eugene Goodwin
Atlanta, Georgia

William Dennis Harvey

Smyrna, Georgia

Gyorgy Horvath

Hungary

Soon Bok Kang

Seoul, Korea

Karnig Michael Kazanjian
Doraville, Georgia

Adrian McLean

Kingston, Jamaica

Chung Sik Park

Seoul, Korea

Se Young Roh

Washington, DC

Karen A. Wismer

Memphis, Tennessee

B.A., Ohio Wesley an University

Atlanta

B.S.Ed., University of Georgia

Presbyterian Church in America

United Theological College of the West
Indies

Methodist

B.A., Barring ton College

M.Ed., Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh

M.A., Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
Atlanta

LL.B., Massey Law School

Baptist

Reformed Church of Hungary

M.A., Presbyterian College and

Seminary

Korean Presbyterian

B.A., University of Maryland

M.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Lutheran

B.A., United Theological College of the
West Indies

Reformed Church of West Indies

Taejon College

Presbyterian Seminary, Seoul, Korea

Korean Presbyterian

B.A., Seoul Theological Seminary

National Capitol Union

B.A., Southwestern at Memphis

Memphis

UNCLASSIFIED STUDENTS

Patricia Ann Bacon
Edward L. Bates
Edward Lee Bez
Randall Broome
Ronnie L. Bush
Susan Haselden Cothran
Thomas Grover Cox
Joseph J. Dorociak
Henry James Flowers

Grace Choon Kim
Samuel David Laing, II
Jennie L. Kimmel
Roger Charles Mackey
Brown Butler Patton
Leslie Gordon Robinson
Broadnax Joseph Virgil
Emmitt Eugene Young

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OCCASIONAL STUDENTS

Ann W. Bullard
Lewis H. Brazell
Daniel M. DeBevoise
Harry Ferguson
Charles R. Garmon
Richard E. Harper
Hazel Hetzel
Johan HesseltVanDinter
Robert M. Hicks
Michael Lee Hill
Michael Hilley
Julene W. Jobe

Dallas Raye Jones
Rebecca Norris Lauderdale
Lizzie Loughlin
Robert H. Lescelius
Kyung Hee Min
Eleanor Young Hi Noh
Elizabeth L. Painter
Calvin M. Pettigrew
Virginia H. Pribbenow
Roger Rabey
Barbara Z. Ray

SUMMER LANGUAGE SCHOOL 1984

Thomas L. Bales
D. John Barbour
Jerry E. Blacklaw
John A. Blake
William H. Bland, Jr.
Norwood V. Brown, III
James D. Burton
Carol J. Byrd
Joey T. Byrd
Randall F. Clegg
L. Susan Cothran
Gail P. Deane
Sandra K. Edwards
Brett D. Ellington
Jon R. Faraone
Daniel W. Graham
Richard E. Harper
Richard J. Harrod
Ronald R. Hilliard
J. Dale Hobbs
Samuel D. Laing
J. Wade Malloy

William F. McKissack
Richard McNeil
Wayne D. Morrison
George V. Naze, III
Stephen L. Nelms
John R. Park
William R. Patterson
Karen T. Petersohn
Gail Porter
Diane L. Ragsdale
Robert P. Reno
Melana T. Scruggs
Vickie Jo Thomas
Robert A. Tolley
M. Louise Wade
Karen R. Walkup
George H. Waters
Joseph V. Wendorph
W. Phillip West
J. Lynn Williamson
Keith G. Wiseman

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GEOGRAPHICAL DISTRIBUTION OF STUDENT BODY

Alabama 17
Arkansas 3
California 1
Connecticut 1
District of Columbia
Florida 62
Georgia 161
Illinois 2
Indiana 1
Kentucky 2
Louisiana 3
Maryland 2
Michigan 1

Minnesota 1
Mississippi 1 1
Missouri 1
New Jersey 2
New York 1
North Carolina 24
Ohio 1
Oregon 1
South Carolina 45
Tennessee 41
Texas 5

Australia 1
Brazil 5
Hungary 2
Indonesia 1
Jamaica 6
Japan 1

OTHER COUNTRIES

Korea 5
Norway 1
Switzerland 1
West Africa 1
West Indies 2

128

CALENDAR

SUMMER
Greek School
Summer Term

FALL

Planning Retreat
Introductory Term
Classes begin
Honors Day
Thanksgiving vacation
Classes end
Exams

WINTER

Classes begin
Classes end
Exam day
Columbia Forum

SPRING
Classes begin
Easter vacation
Exams for graduates
Classes end
Exams

Commencement
Evaluation Day

tentative dates

1985-86

1986-87*

July 1-Aug. 23

June 30-Aug. 22

July 8-Aug. 2

July 7-Aug. 1

Aug. 27-29

Aug. 26-28

Sept. 3, 4

Sept. 2, 3

Sept. 5

Sept. 4

Sept. 23

Sept. 22

Nov. 28-Dec. 2

Nov. 20-23

Dec. 6

Dec. 5

Dec. 9-13

Dec. 8-12

Jan. 6

Jan. 5

Jan. 31

Jan. 30

Feb. 3

Feb. 2

Feb. 4-7

Feb. 3-6

Feb. 17

Feb. 16

Mar. 22-30

April 11-19

May 22, 23

May 21, 22

May 23

May 22

May 27-30

May 26-29

June 1

May 31

June 3

June 2

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130

131

132

INDEX

Academic Information

8

Greek School

60

Administration

86

History of Columbia

2-3

Admissions Procedure

5

Housing

77

Alumni/ae Association

75

International Students

6

Atlanta Theol. Assn.

71

Lectures

72

Auditors

6

Library

71

Awards and Prizes

72,

99

Master of Arts

in Youth Ministry (M.A.)

11-13

Board of Directors

84-85

Master of Divinity

Bookstore

78

(M.Div.)

8-9

Calendar 129

Clinical Pastoral Education 73

Master of Arts in Theological
Studies (M.A.T.S.) 10-11

Columbia Friendship Circle

78

Master of Theology
(Th.M.)

14-15

Conferences

6

Ordination Exams

63

Continuing Education

19

Orientation

60

Courses of Instruction

23-59

Professional Assessment

9

Curriculum

22-23

Television

73

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
(in-ministry)

16

Roll of Students
Scholarship Funds

100-127
81

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
(in-sequence)

Doctor of Sacred Theology
(S.T.D.)

89
17-19

Special Students
Student Loan Funds
Student Organizations

5

82

79-80

Faculty

89-94

Summer Session

63

Fellowships

75

Support

81-82

Financial Information

76-78

Transfer Students

6

Grading System

61-62

Unclassified Students

5

Graduating Class- 1984

98

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