Morning
(9:30 am - 12:30 pm) |
This course explores exegetical and theological study of texts from the Gospel of John. This course is an opportunity for the student to engage with the text and theology of one of these remarkable texts and reflect on the implications for Christian discipleship in today’s world.
143.615/715
Gospels 2 (John)
Phillip Porter
Kiwi
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This course is an introductory study of the grammar and vocabulary of Biblical Greek, and its application in translation and exegesis.
Note for 2025: For distance learning it is strongly encouraged that students attend the two weekly classes (as per the Henderson Theology timetable) via Zoom to get the most out of the course.
108.515
Greek 1
Julia van den Brink
Kiwi
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This course explores how we can genuinely know and authentically live out the truth contained within the Biblical narrative. Recognising that all truth is indwelled truth leads to a posture of “proper confidence” in the gospel. This “proper confidence” is contrasted with alternative constructions of truth and meaning common in contemporary New Zealand society and beyond. The course provides and encourages the development of new examples and practical outworking’s of an indwelled gospel truth which is directly applicable to the student’s everyday experience.
219.615/715
Ngākau Maia: Christian Confidence
Greg Liston
Ruru
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This course is an introductory study of the grammar and vocabulary of Biblical Greek, and its application in translation and exegesis.
Note for 2025: For distance learning it is strongly encouraged that students attend the two weekly classes (as per the Henderson Theology timetable) via Zoom to get the most out of the course.
108.515
Greek 1
Julia van den Brink
Kiwi
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This course examines traditional and contemporary theologies of the person and work of Christ, theology of revelation and Scripture.
202.615/715
Christology
Greg Liston, Myk Habets
Ruru
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(9 am - 1 pm)
People of all cultures draw their own self-knowledge from their engagement with other people and the world. In the Aotearoa New Zealand context this means an honouring of the covenantal spirit of the Treaty of Waitangi and an awareness of its relational intent. This course introduces Tikanga Maori on the basis of understanding people in their contexts, and combines theological, theoretical and historical reflection with the development of practices drawn from an integration of these. The course includes regular oral activities aimed at developing fluency in the use of te reo and tikanga in a range of settings. The culmination of this oral learning is participation in the Noho Marae, where an overnight stay on a marae provides an integrated opportunity to engage with Maori culture beyond the classroom.
907.515
Bicultural Relationships
Brad Haami, Samuel Carpenter
Kōkako
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Weeks 2-4,7-8,11-12,15-16. Noho marae week 12
This course explores a variety of significant traditions within Christian spirituality, including their biblical and historical origins, and considers their contribution to spiritual life in the contemporary world.
406.615/715
Models of Spirituality
Ryan Lang
Kiwi
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Afternoon
(1:30 pm - 4:30 pm) |
This course explores the dispositions and practices that are required to form life-long reflective practitioners. Students are introduced to a range of models of theological reflection and will evaluate and apply these within their context. Key theological themes and practices underlying ethical behaviour are explored and students will develop a contextualised code of conduct. Students are prompted to develop self- and other- awareness, and build resilience to the experience of receiving and processing feedback from others.
480.615/715
Faithful Living: Intro to Reflective Practice
Graeme Flett, Maja Whitaker
Kiwi
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This course aims to introduce the broad shape of the biblical story and show how the Christian gospel is integral to biblical theology. It explores the unity, diversity and central themes of the Bible to make sense of the relationships between the Bible, theology, and all of life.
115.515
Reading the Bible
Joey Millington, Miriam Fisher
Weka
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This course aims to develop and apply a broad understanding of New Testament foundations, and their interpretation and application within church, mission, and community contexts.
140.515
Reading the New Testament
Phillip Porter
Weka
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This course offers an introduction to cultural anthropology as an aid to mission and ministry in multi-cultural contexts. The course focuses on the use of anthropological tools and concepts as a means of understanding one’s own culture and being able to engage effectively with people in other cultural settings.
603.615/715
Cultural Anthropology
Rebecca de Jong
Kiwi
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This course is an introduction to biblical interpretation, grammatico-historical exegesis, biblical genres, historical developments, historical-critical and literary-critical methods, and hermeneutical considerations, including hands-on experience in exegeting biblical texts.
111.615/715
Interpreting the Bible
Chris Northcott
Weka
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Evening
(6:30 - 9 pm) |
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This course aims to explore and evaluate a range of mission, church, and community-based programmes and applies faith-based principles in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond. Learners will reflect on how personal and communal expressions of faith can enhance the wellbeing of others in a range of social and cultural contexts.
505.515
Christian Leadership & Mission
Rebecca de Jong, Reuben Munn
Weka
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