Analyzes the nature and the impact of the Pentecostal/Charismatic movement. The lectures, while including a section on the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (and other Canadian Pentecostal denominations), examine the global impact of this worldwide movement. The movement is traced as to its scope and variety in both Pentecostal and non-Pentecostal circles and analyzed in terms of the factors related to its widespread acceptance.

Examines the theological and practical aspects of pastoral ministry. In addition to an examination of the matters that pertain to pastoral ministry in general, prepares students for ministry in a Pentecostal Assemblies Of Canada (PAOC) church through a consideration of such issues as PAOC polity, Pentecostal worship and the pastoral implications of Pentecostal distinctives.

The work of the Holy Spirit has long been recognized as fundamental to the interests of the author of the third Gospel and the Acts of the Apostles, as well as to the life of the early church. But how does the work of the Spirit relate to Christology, Luke’s primary subject? And how does Luke’s pneumatology relate to the doctrine of the Trinity, prophecy, speaking in tongues, the spread of the good news, the growth of the church, church leadership, signs and wonders, unity and diversity and the like? Attempts to answer to these questions will be made. Prerequisite: BIBL 0501. Same as NEWT 0733.

Offers a fresh, constructive and perhaps even controversial interpretation and re-envisioning of the Pentecostal tradition. A study is made of the early years of the Pentecostal movement and the influence of Wesleyan, Holiness and revivalist-restorationist roots in an attempt to interpret the heart of the movement, as well as the way Pentecostal spirituality has developed over the decades that followed. An attempt is made to be both analytical and descriptive, historical and creative, theoretical and practical. Same as SPIR 0504.

An examination of classical Pentecostal theology with references to the early evangelical influences that contributed to its formation. Attention is given to the manner in which various Pentecostal emphases have been appropriated and developed within different charismatic settings.

Explores the theology and methodology of growing healthy churches for the 21st century. It examines various church growth principles currently advocated by the church growth movement that are intended to produce relevant, strategic and successful churches. Same as PAST 0749.

Same as NEWT 0725.

Same as NEWT 0723.

Same as NEWT 0525.

Directed Reading and Research (DRR) courses allow students to study in a specific area of interest not addressed by the scheduled course offerings. Permission required.

Examination of specific topics in Pentecostal studies.

An intensive examination through discussion, research and writing of one current theological issue within Pentecostalism. Topics vary.

After a brief survey of the Old Testament, explores the theme of healing in the New Testament. By means of narrative analysis, the role of healing miracles in each of the Gospels and the Book of Acts is examined in order to assess their theological significance. References to healing in other New Testament documents are also examined. Seeks to integrate the various New Testament theologies of healing with contemporary Pentecostal theology and practice. Prerequisite: BIBL 0501 or permission of instructor.

See the Thesis Handbook for details.