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Christian Thought

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

United States of America, Beverly Cove

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Duration24 month(s)

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USD 665 / Year

Apply DateJuly 1, 2021

Next IntakeSeptember 7, 2021

Christian Thought

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Overview How does theology intersect with today’s culture and society? Through the Master of Arts (Christian Thought), you’ll explore theology and the history of Christianity, probing tough questions and engaging in thoughtful discussion about the relationship between the Gospel and surrounding culture. As you prepare for service and leadership, you’ll learn to better articulate the Christian faith in your context, understand the implications of Scripture in today’s world, and integrate theological reflection into everyday life.Degree GoalsTo understand the basic content and themes of the Old and New Testaments in their historical and cultural settings as well as the historical and theological dimensions of the Christian faithTo develop competence in a biblical or research language in order to develop exegetical skillsTo develop skills of theological analysis and argument appropriate to the breadth of theological claims of ChristianityTo understand important periods of theological reflection and confession in church history, including the contemporary settingTo develop aptitudes for living and speaking the gospel in the context of the Christian community so that individually and corporately the depth of Christian conviction can be applied in the ordinary practices of lifeTo foster love for God and his Word and therefore to cultivate the practices of spiritual maturity and Christ-like character, and to understand the Christian's ethical responsibility in church and societyTo understand the ethical and missiological dimensions of the Christian faith in its global context I want to find another Master Course

Master of Arts (Christian Thought) students are typically interested in teaching ministries in the church, Christian schools, colleges or seminaries.Some intend to pursue doctoral work, for which this degree is excellent preparation. Others are full-time pastors, bi-vocational pastors or non-ordained staff seeking to increase their ministry effectiveness in the church, workplace or other vocations

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1Online application including a) Personal statements addressing questions about vocational goal, church involvement, encouragement from others, reasons for applying to Gordon-Conwell and an assessment of strengths and weaknesses and b) a brief autobiography.Official transcripts sent directly from all colleges and institutions of higher education attended.Three written recommendations Church endorsement form completed and signed by a church official at the church you currently attend. Application fee of $50 (U.S.) for the online application or $100 for the paper application.TOEFL score (international students only).

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Christian Thought

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

United States of America, Beverly Cove

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