An introduction to religious questions of basic belief, behavior, and value commitment, and to religious dialogue in the plural world community. An introduction to the history of religion in America through the study of selected readings on the meaning of the American experience. A course or seminar on a selected topic within the discipline that is not otherwise represented in the curriculum. A solid historical orientation on the development of The United Methodist Church, its roots and constituent parts. An introductory study of basic elements of Christian theology.
Emphasis is placed on the situation and interpretation of the Christian faith in the modern world.
An introduction to recent studies in theology that will focus on the significance of the Gospel as read in the context of American women's experience. A study of issues related to environmental theology, such as ecological responsibility, humankind's place in creation, God's love, Christology, and the suffering of creation and hope of new creation. The religion of Israel in historical perspective during the pre-exilic period, with emphasis upon the prophets. Hinduism and Buddhism A historical study of the faith and practice of Hinduism and Buddhism, with consideration of other Asian religious traditions alongside which these have developed.