Williamson Bible Institute
Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Course Schedule



Registration Procedure
Students may register for any class on line and choose a payment option (credit card, check by mail, etc.).
Locate the class you wish to attend from the list below. 
Make a note the course number and then click on this link to register:  Register for a class

 

** NEW PROCEDURE ** 

All payments should be sent to Mrs. Karen Gray at 7G Queen Victoria Way, Chester, MD 21619. 
You may email Karen at kdbgray@gmail.com.
For more information about the registration process, click here: www.williamsonbible.org/registration.

(Please remember that some class specifics are subject to change
and that classes without sufficient participation may have to be canceled.)

For Information about the Spanish courses offered through WBI,
please contact Katie Pazmino at gpazmino@comcast.net or  301-924-1510

TEXTBOOK POLICY:
Students are responsible to purchase their own textbooks prior to coming to the first class.  
CHECK THE COURSE DESCRIPTION PAGE for a list of textbooks for the class listed along with links to where they can be purchased.  However, it is always wise to check with the instructor first.  In most instances, books will be listed with the course description below.

 
  
 FALL 2011
 
 
SITE: NEW BEGINNINGS - MT. AIRY
 
Course: THE-1043 Exploring Christian Holiness
Course Description: An introduction to the study of the doctrine of Christian Holiness.  The study will explore the biblical development and the emphasis of the doctrine within the Church of the Nazarene.  Special attention  is given to holiness in personal experience, interpersonal relationships, and doctrinal preaching.
Instructor:  Dr. Paul D. Buchancan
Location:  New Beginning Church of the Nazarene, Mt. Airy, MD
Session Dates: September 8 - November 17
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.
Cost:  For credit - $150 plus books.  For audit/CEU - $75 plus books.
Course Textbooks:
1.      Greathouse, William M. Wholeness in Christ: Toward a Biblical Theology of Holiness. Kansas City: Nazarene Publishing House, 1998.
2.      Quanstrom, Mark R. A Century of Holiness Theology: The Doctrine of Entire Sanctification in the Church of the Nazarene, 1905-2004. Kansas City: Nazarene Publishing House, 2004, ISBN: 9780834121164
3.      Wesley, John. Olson, Mark K. John Wesley’s ‘A Plain Account of Christian Perfection.’ the Annotated Edition. Althea in Heart Ministries, 2006.
For a complete syllabus, contact paul_d_buchanan@hotmail.com.
 
 
 
SITE: MILFORD CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE
 
Course: PAS-3043 Christian Preaching 2
Course Description: This course is designed to be an application of homiletical principles and practices through preaching.  NBC prerequisities: Christian Preaching 1
Instructor:  Dr. Arthur Roxby, III
Location:  Milford Church of the Nazarene
Session Dates: Monday evenings beginning September 12
Time: 6:30 - 10:00 p.m.
Cost:  For credit - $150 plus books.  For audit/CEU - $75 plus books.
Course Textbooks:
Required:
1.      Kinlaw, Dennis F.  Preaching in the Spirit.  Warner Press, 1985.  Print. ISBN: 9780916035822
2.      Robinson, Haddon, and Craig Brian Larson.  The Art & Craft of Biblical Preaching: A Comprehensive Resource for Today's Communicators.  Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2005.  Print. ISBN: 9780310252481
Supplemental:
1.      Johnston, Graham. Preaching to a Post-Modern World: A Guide to Reaching Twenty-First Century Listeners. Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2001. ISBN: 0-8010-6367-1
2.      Miller, Calvin. Preaching: The Art of Narrative Exposition. Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2006. ISBN: 10:0-8010-1290-2; 978-0-8010-1290-7.
3.      Kalas, J. Ellsworth. Preaching From the Soul: Insistent Observations on the Sacred Art. Nashville: Abingdon Press, 2003. ISBN: 9-780687-066308-9000
4.      Salter, Darius L. Preaching as Art: Biblical Storytelling for a Media Generation. Kansas City: Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City, 2008. ISBN: 9-780834-123595.
 
NOTE: Students are responsible to have the required textbooks prior to the first day of class.  Students are also encouraged to begin reading the books in preparation for the class as soon as possible.
 
For a complete syllabus, contact revart@comcast.net.
 
 
 
SITE: STILLMEADOW CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE
 
Course: PAS-2013 Practice of Christian Ministry
Course Description: A course giving special attention to the personal and professional character of the minister and the practice of ministry.
Instructor:  Rev. David Vatral
Location:  Stillmeadow Church of the Nazarene, York, PA
Session Dates: Thursdays beginning September 8
Time: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Cost:  For credit - $150 plus books.  For audit/CEU - $75 plus books.
Course Textbooks:
1. Berkley, James D. Leadership Handbook of Preaching and Worship: Practical Insights from a Cross Section of Ministry Leaders.  Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books, 1997.  Print.  ISBN: 9780801090417.
2. MANUAL, Church of the Nazarene, 2009-2013.  Kansas City, MO: Nazarene publishing House, 2010. Print - CD Rom - Computer Download.  ISBN: 9780834125087 (Soft Cover) ISBN: 9780834125094 (CD Rom: Logos Edition) ISBN: 9780834125070 (Hard Cover) or download at http://www.nazarene.org/files/docs/Manual2009-2013.pdf .
3. McIntosh, Gary L.  Church That Works: Your One-Stop Resource for Effective Ministry.  Baker Books, 2004.  Print ISBN: 9780801091612.
4. Middendorf, Jesse C,  Church Rituals Handbook. 2nd ed. Kansas City, MO: Nazarene Publishing House, 2009. Print. ISBN: 9780834124578.
5. Stowell, Joseph.  Shepherding the Church: Effective Spiritual Leadership in a Changing Culture.  Chicago, IL: Moody Press, 1997.  Print ISBN: 9780802478214.
 
For a complete syllabus, contact Rev. Vatral at pastordave@trailnaz.org.
 
 WINTER 2011-2012
 
 
SITE: STILLMEADOW CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE
 
Course: PAS-3033 Christian Preaching 1
An introduction to homiletical principles and the practice of sermon preparation. It is recommended that the following classes be taken prior: Introduction to the Old Testament and Introduction to the New Testament, and Biblical Interpretation.
Instructor:  Rev. David Vatral
Location:  Stillmeadow Church of the Nazarene, York, PA
Session Dates: Thursdays beginning January 5
Time: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Cost:  For credit - $150 plus books.  For audit/CEU - $75 plus books.
Course Textbooks:
1. Kinlaw, Dennis F. Preaching in the Spirit. Nappanee, IN: Francis Asbury Press, 1985
2. Long, Thomas G. The Witness of Preaching. 2nd ed. Louisville, KY: Westminster/J. Knox Press, 2005.
3. Robinson, Haddon and Larson, Craig B. The Art & Craft of Biblical Preaching. Grand Rapids, MI.: Zondervan, 2005. 
 
For a complete syllabus, contact Rev. Vatral at pastordave@trailnaz.org.