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The Institute for Pastoral Studies (TIPS)
On Campus Courses:
Academic Year 2006-2007
BE SURE TO MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR NOV. 3, 2006
(7-9pm)--required for Students AND JANUARY 27, 2007
(4:30-6:30, 7-9pm)--required for all students and CLP's.
Where: Presbytery of New Covenant Resource Center When: Usually Saturday 9-3, unless noted otherwise (sometimes includes Friday 7-9)
Tuition: $35 plus cost of materials, shipping and handling as needed Preferred payment method via the web at: https://paypal.com paid to tips@theinstituteforpastoralstudies.com or by check made payable to Presbytery of New Covenant, clearly marked designated for TIPS, state which course(s).
Registration: RSVP via web at: tips@theinstituteforpastoralstudies.com or by phone at TIPS office 713 526-2585, ext. 236. Please state your name, course(s) and how you intend to pay.
Assignments: All Assignments may be published by TIPS, and must be submitted to TIPS to assure course credit and/or continuing education certificate of completion. TIPS holds the copyright to publish your assignments and/or any other submissions.
TIPS Campus Courses 2006-2007 Summary
August 26, 2006 9am-3pm C12, Ethics, Sexual Misconduct, and More
September 22-23, 2006 C1, Basic Sermon Preparation and Preaching
October 27-28, 2006 B1-3, The Old Testament: The Story Behind the Story
November 3, 2006 I-1, Introduction to The Institute for Pastoral Studies Education Programs,
Friday 7-9 pm --(Required attendance current TIPS students, optional for CLP’s)
(Open to anyone interested in tasking any TIPS courses or applying for any program:
Commissioned Lay Pastor, Certified Laity, College Chaplaincy, Continuing Education Certificates for
Ministers, Educators, Musicians, Staff, Chaplains, Laity.)
January (TBA) 2007 CC1, Introduction to College Chaplaincy Program Course Schedule
January 27, 2007 AM1, TIPS Annual Meeting
4:30-6:30 pm General Meeting
7-9 pm Annual Rev. Lynn Johnson Dialogue Series #2,
Focus: Ministry to College Students
Contact: The Rev. Dr. Guinn Blackwell Eagleson, Director of United Campus Ministry.
(Required attendance current TIPS applicants, students, all Commissioned Lay Pastors)
Lecture Series is Open to Public and anyone interested in Ministry to College Students.
February 24, 2007 B2, Introduction to New Testament
March 24, 2007 C24, Troublesome People
April 28, 2007 B3, Interpreting Scripture
June 23, 2007 R5, Advanced: Special Worship Services: Weddings and Funerals
August 18, 2007 C20, Diversity in Ministry
TIPS Campus Courses 2006-2007 with Details
August 26, 9am-3pm Course: C12, Ethics, Sexual Misconduct, and More Faculty: The Rev. Helen Bailey
Description: The Institute for Pastoral Studies in collaboration with the Presbytery of New Covenant
Committee on Ministry and the Committee on Preparation for Ministry offers this course. The topics are
placed within the context of a theology of ministerial vocation. This course is for inquirers, candidates,
elders, educators, deacons, commissioned lay pastors, music directors, ministers and church staff. Note: A
certificate of continuing education is available for those who need this for insurance and professional
documentation.
Instructions: Bring to the course (to be handed into TIPS office via the faculty) a copy of your church
policies regarding ethics, abuses. Bring to class a copy of the Book of Order.
No-pre assignment, how ever she has been asked to give you a post class assignment.
September 22-23, 2006 (plus additional preaching meeting times TBA)
Course: C1, Basic Sermon Preparation and Preaching Faculty: Dr. Stewart MacColl (first meeting at the Presbytery of New Covenant)
Course Description: This course explores the elements of an effective sermon. Each participant will be
expected to analyze the construction and effectiveness of sample sermons and to write and deliver a sermon
and to other class participants. This course requires additional class time. Presbyterian Commissioned Lay
Pastor students are also expected to meet the guidelines given by the PC(USA) as this is a constitutional
course mandated by the Book of Order.
In-Class Assignment: Write/Present a Sermon
October 27-28, 2006 (Friday 7-9, Saturday 9-3 with lunch break)
Course: B1-3, The Old Testament: The Story Behind the Story Faculty: The Rev. Rick Elliott
Course Description: This course provides an overview of the flow of history and a sense of the
development of major themes of the Old Testament, as well as a synopsis of individual books comprising
the Old Testament. Students will have the opportunity to use commentaries, Bible study guides, and Bible
versions as they discuss the historical complexity of the meaning of Holy and Inspired Word of God.
Presbyterian Commissioned Lay Pastor students are also expected to meet
the guidelines given by the PC(USA) as this is a constitutional course mandated by the Book of Order.
Rev. Elliott will focus his version of this course by taking major portions of scripture and placed them in
their historical context. I also would be working from an objective definition of the bible as a library that is
literature, that's ancient, pre-scientific, Semitic, and Eastern; and is written out of a theological bias for
theological purposes. One issue that will be dealt with is why were the Hebrews welcome guests to Egypt,
then a threat that needed to be suppressed? –The Dynasty change from a Semitic one to an Egyptian one.
The Land of Goshen where the Hebrews were given to live is at the front doorstep of the major way to get
into Egypt.
In Class Hand Outs: The Story Behind the Story | Questions to ask when dealing with a Passage
Pre-Class Assignment: Compare and Contrast Two Old Testament Passages (up to 10 pages, include
references) Submit 1 week before class via email to tips@theinstituteforpastoralstudies.com.
BE SURE TO MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR NOV. 3, 2006 --required for Students AND JANUARY 27, 2007--required for all students and CLP's.
November 3, 2006 Friday 7-9
TIPS Information Meeting, Required for all TIPS students. This meeting is
open to anyone else interested in any TIPS courses and programs. Pastors who currently have church
members pursuing the Commissioned Lay Pastor process are encouraged to attend.
Course: I-1, Intro. To The Institute for Pastoral Studies Constructivist Education Programs
Faculty: Dr. Pam Morgan, Dean of TIPS
Course Description: This course provides a practical guide for successful completion of TIPS Programs,
Courses, including Study Guide Strategies and preparation for competency examinations.
January (TBA) 2007 – Introduction to College Chaplaincy Program
Course Schedule to be announced at the TIPS Annual Meeting January 27, 2007
January 27, 2007 –
(4:30-6:30 and 7-9 pm required of all TIPS students and Commissioned Lay
Pastors) Annual Meeting
Annual Rev. Lynn Johnson Dialogue Series #2 (7-9 pm) Open to Everyone Focus: Ministry to College Students, for details contact: The Rev. Dr. Guinn Blackwell Eagleson, United Campus Ministry of Greater Houston, Office Phone: 713 743-5940. Web site at: http://www.ucmhouston.org.
February 24, 2007 Course B2, Introduction to New Testament
Course Description: This course provides an overview of the development, time-line and themes of the New Testament. Students will have the opportunity to use commentaries, Bible study guides, and Bible versions as they discuss the historical complexity of the meaning of Holy and Inspired Word of God. Presbyterian Commissioned Lay Pastor students are also expected to meet the guidelines given by the PC (USA) as this is a constitutional course mandated by the Book of Order.
Pre-Class Assignment: Read six chapters in and Introduction to New Testament text book and write a summary in your own words. (Maximum 2 pages)
March 24, 2007 Course: C24, Troublesome People
Faculty: The Rev. Helen Bailey
Course Description: This course deals with the phenomena of what is bothersome about those with whom we do ministry. This course will introduce the student to the wacky world of awful situations and the mean people who live to hurt us. We will look at the impact of destructive experiences upon our ministry together. Biblical insights, systems theory and faith development theory will be applied to everyday practical situations.
Pre-Class Assignment: Read and write a two page summary of “Coping with Difficult People” by Robert M. Bramson, PhD
April 28, 2007
Course: B3, Interpreting Scripture Course Description: This course explores the history and controversy surrounding the way we interpret and apply Scriptures. It examines the use of Scripture in worship, study, life experience and church leadership.
Faculty: The Rev. Jerry Hurst
Pre-Class Assignment: Answer the questions - How would I explain the different ways the Bible is interpreted in today’s society? How would I share an understanding of the Bible with someone, who is from another cultural and English is his or her second language? (Maximum 10 pages)
June 23, 2007
Course: R5, Advanced: Special Worship Services: Weddings and Funerals
Course Description: This course focuses on the theological, spiritual, legal, music, order of worship and other practical issues surrounding officiating at weddings, funerals, memorial services.
Faculty: TBA
Pre-Class Assignment: Submit one copy of a wedding and funeral service. Please describe each part of the service and how it relates to the Book of Order Directory of Worship guidelines. Provide references.
August 18, 2007 Saturday 9-3pm
Course: C20, Diversity in Ministry Course Description: In this course the student will have the opportunity to explore various topics dealing with a broad range of issues of diversity.
Faculty: The Rev. Helen Bailey
Pre-Class Assignment: Read and write a 2 page summary of Peter Gome’s: “The Good Book.” |
