Examination of specific topics in Christian history.

Tyndale sponsors course tours to various places at which events of historical interest and significance occurred. Examples include Germany, Switzerland, Rome and the United Kingdom.

A survey of the history of Christianity from the earliest days of the church through the first phase of the Reformation. It examines the main currents of spirituality, theology, missions, worship, organization, and the church’s relationship with the society of each particular era. The student is exposed to some of the most formative periods in the story of the church through the reading of a variety of classic Christian writings. This interaction with the past is designed to help the student understand the breadth and richness of their faith, and be more aware of the struggles their forebears have faced, with success and loss that shaped the movement of human history. Offered in Mandarin.

A survey of the history of Christianity from the time of the Reformation through the 20th century. It explores the main currents in spirituality, theology, missions, worship, organization, and their interaction with society. Through the reading of primary documents from different traditions, students are challenged to broaden their understanding of the Christian faith. The experiences of the church facing the cultural changes of the past centuries will help the student wrestle with the issues of our postmodern society. Recommended prerequisite: HIST CM12. Offered in Mandarin.

The history of Christianity up until close to the present time will be examined. This course will look at traditional historical accounts critically in order to look beyond a perspective that marries the church and its outreach with colonial expansion. The place, treatment and mistreatment of peoples – including Indigenous peoples – will be examined in detail.

Continuing on from History of Christianity I, this course will examine ways in which the Indigenous church has been planted and has grown within Indigenous contexts. Special emphasis will be given to its growth and development through the various attempts in its history to contextualize or indigenize Christianity.

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 interdisciplinary studies.

See Seminary Academic Programs for general information on the Tyndale Seminary Internship Program (TSIP). Permission required.

This course explores biblical interpretation beyond the foundational skills of historical, literary, and grammatical approaches. In addition to reflecting upon our situatedness and bias as interpreters (both individually and communally), we will explore such things as textual and canonical matters, historical-critical approaches, perspectival and ideological readings (e.g., postcolonial readings), and cross-cultural engagement. We will consider how these diverse approaches enhance our engagement with the biblical text in relation to its meaning and significance within the community of faith. Exclusion: INTD 0900.

Offers a cross-disciplinary, advanced examination of one central doctrine in the Bible, theology and history. Topics will vary from year to year. Exclusion: INTD 0910.

Offers a cross-disciplinary, advanced examination of the spiritual theology of one major theologian or movement. Topics will vary from year to year. Exclusion: INTD 0950.

Investigates research methodologies appropriate for advanced study, culminating in the preparation of a thesis proposal, including a comprehensive bibliography. All ThM and MA in Historical and Theological Studies students must take this course. MDiv and MTS students taking the thesis option must take this course, prior to submitting the thesis proposal to the relevant Department. Exclusion: INTD 0920.

Examines the influence of the marketplace, work in society and our daily life from multiple perspectives. The theological foundation and integration of faith in the marketplace is established through reflection of various Christian doctrines within the marketplace context. The marketplace movement is analyzed in terms of its vision, development, current situation and pastoral issues. Case examples and pastoral concerns are explored to learn about practicing the Christian faith and pastoring marketplace Christians. The course equips pastors, missionaries and Christian leaders to live out their faith in the marketplace, and to pastor Christians at work. Offered in Mandarin.

Trajectories in the study of anthropology have been helpful and hurtful, particularly to Indigenous people globally. In this course, participants will explore a variety of historical anthropological theories. The course will explore anthropology as a discipline, and invite other worldviews to contribute to the shaping of anthropological theory and practice for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people.

In order to foster deeper relationships, more effective academic engagement, and an overall greater involvement within the NAIITS community, students are required to attend two symposia as they progress through their studies. They will be required to participate in the concurrent seminar, and complete required assignments. Students will only register for the course at the time of their second Symposium following which, grades assigned to first and second Symposium work will be recorded.

Normally, within Indigenous contexts of learning, integration of new experiences takes place more simultaneously. Compartmentalized approaches to knowledge, which require an integrative course, would be less normative here than in Western traditions. However, to provide an opportunity for students to continue the process of integrating what they have learned in the program with what they already understand, a project selected together with the NAIITS faculty will be undertaken to provide that opportunity.

Covers all aspects of research and writing at an academic level. The student develops their voice as an academic writer by learning how to identify and use rhetorical strategies in writing. The course will also explore the specific needs or concerns of Indigenous writing and research methods including protocol. Other topics covered are: proper citation and bibliography formatting, grammar, crafting solid thesis statements, building a line of reasoning and other organizational strategies of formal research papers, finding and interacting with quality primary sources and how to synthesize and interact with secondary sources in an academic essay.

Focuses on contemporary theories regarding colonization and decolonization emerging out of Indigenous studies, critical ethnic studies, and post colonialism studies. Attention is paid to the relationship between race, colonialism, and gender. Students will explore how these theories intersect with Christian theologies and spiritual practice. This course will consider the critiques made by Indigenous and postcolonial scholars of the methodological approaches used in the humanities and social sciences for their complicity in colonialism. It will examine various attempts to “decolonize” methodology and to construct Indigenous and postcolonial methodological approaches to society and community. Students will work to develop their own philosophical and methodological approaches to decolonization.

Correlated with lessons learned in the classroom, students will complete a mentored learning experience (2 semesters in duration, 3 credit hours). Systematically, students will develop skills in observation, analysis and reflection on the practice of ministry in their own church, other designated churches or para-church organizations. Students may choose to intern in a mission field. Refer to CCSTT Pastoral Ministry Internship Handbook for details. Offered in Mandarin.

Seeks to develop biblical-theological, historical and cultural understandings of leadership in the church, ministry organizations and the marketplace. Students will gain insight into their leadership potential, gifts, values, preferences, style and skill levels. They will grow in the ability to think and respond as leaders in whatever settings they serve. Students will implement their understanding of leadership and reflect on those implementations.

Lays a biblical and theological foundation for how we should view and lead through conflict that may arise. This will include a biblical rationale and examples from Scripture for how conflict can become a gift to the church, mission/ministry organization, market place, as well as a gift to the individual. Consideration will be given to the dynamics of conflict and change, primary causes for conflict and how these causes can be redirected in a positive manner. Biblical reflection on forgiveness and reconciliation will also be included. Case studies and mediation processes will round out the course. Same as PAST 0548.

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.

Provides a biblical and theological reading of the marketplace as a context for kingdom impact and effective ministry. It will revisit the notion of work as a calling and help students develop a theology of work that integrates faith and work and bridges the “Sunday-Monday Gap”. It will address the needs of Christians in the marketplace, and explore how churches can effectively equip and support Christians to minister in the marketplace.