THEO 573 - Pentecostal Theology Teacher Dr. C. Simpson Semester Fall Duration 8 Weeks Frequency Every three years Credits 5 ECTS Workload 150 Hours Module format Intensive Applicability This Module is fundamental to the course of study and is applicable to all theological modules in particular Contemporary Theology, German Pentecostalism, and the Lutheran Reception modules. Course structure See module and courses Contact time 40 Hours Self-Study 110 Hours Participation requirement See access to the program Evaluation Evaluation Hours Weight Phase 1 60 25% Readings & Responses 40 15% Readings & Critical Analysis 20 10% Phase 2 40 25% Participation 30 10% Presentation 10 15% Phase 3 50 50% Research Paper 50 50% Total 150 100% Content of the Module This course is intended to engage the graduate student in the recent development of theology among Pentecostals, focusing in particular on the areas of theological methodology, experience and epistemology, and various doctrinal loci as seen through a Pentecostal lens. Learning Objectives A. General Learning ObjectivesThis course seeks to: provide a historical perspective of the theological roots of Pentecostal thought. describe the theological trends among early Pentecostal thinkers. explain the connections between various traditional doctrines that Pentecostals share with other Christians as well as explain the differences. demonstrate the need for theological reflection in Pentecostalism. suggest future orientations and directions for Pentecostal theology. compare and contrast various proposed theological models for Pentecostal theology. inspect the role of experience in relation to theological reflection and epistemology. offer an overview of Pentecostal ways of engaging and understanding traditional doctrinal loci. B. Specific Behavioral ObjectivesAs a result of the activities and study in this course, the student should be able to: Explain how the various doctrines studied can be conceived through the lens of Pentecostalism. Identify the historical and theological roots of Pentecostal theology. Compare and contrast various models of Pentecostal theology. Sketch the possibilities for a future theological endeavor within the Pentecostal movement. Appraise the influence of evangelicalism on Pentecostal thought. Relate the role of experience with Pentecostal theological reflection. Outline The Challenge of Pentecostalism and Theology The Relation of Evangelical Theology and Pentecostal Theology Can there be a Pentecostal Systematic Theology? Theological Roots of Pentecostal Theology Scripture, Hermeneutics, and Pentecostals Soteriology and Pentecostal Theology Sanctification and Pneumatology in Pentecostal Theology Ecclesiology and Pentecostal Theology Eschatology and Pentecostal Theology Examination See Evaluation Core Literature Reading List:Albrecht, Daniel E. 1999. Rites in the Spirit: A Ritual Approach to Pentecostal/Charismatic Spirituality. Sheffield Academic PressAnderson, Allan H & Hollenweger, Walter J (eds.) 1999. Pentecostals After a Century: Global Perspectives on a Movement in Transition. Sheffield Academic PressAnderson, Allan 2000. Zion and Pentecost: The Spirituality and Experience of Pentecostal and Zionist/Apostolic Churches in South Africa. Pretoria: University of South Africa PressAnderson, Allan & Tang, Edmond (eds.) 2005. Asian and Pentecostal: The Charismatic Face of Asian Christianity. Oxford: Regnum & Baguio City, Philippines: APTS PressBurgess, SM & van der Maas, E (eds) 2003. New International Dictionary of Pentecostal and Charismatic Movements. Grand Rapids: ZondervanCox, Harvey 1996. Fire From Heaven: The Rise of Pentecostal Spirituality and the Reshaping of Religion in the Twenty-First Century. London: CassellDayton, Donald W 1987. Theological Roots of Pentecostalism. Metuchen, NJ: Scarecrow PressDempster, MA, Klaus, BD & Petersen, D (eds) 1991. Called and Empowered: Global Mission in Pentecostal Perspective. Peabody: HendricksonDempster, MA, Klaus, BD & Petersen, D (eds) 1999. The Globalization of Pentecostalism: A Religion Made to Travel. Oxford: RegnumFaupel, D William 1996. The Everlasting Gospel: The Significance of Eschatology in the Development of Pentecostal Thought. Sheffield: Sheffield Academic PressHilborn, David (ed.) 2001. ‘Toronto’ in Perspective: Papers on the New Charismatic Wave of the mid-1990s. Carlisle: PaternosterHollenweger, Walter J 1972. The Pentecostals. London: SCMHollenweger, Walter J 1997. Pentecostalism: Origins and Developments Worldwide. Peabody: HendricksonJacobsen, Douglas 2003. Thinking in the Spirit: Theologies of the Early Pentecostal Movement. Bloomington, IN: Indiana University Press.Johns, Cheryl B 1993. Pentecostal Formation: a pedagogy among the oppressed. Sheffield Academic PressLand, Steven J 1993. Pentecostal Spirituality: A Passion for the Kingdom. Sheffield: Sheffield Academic PressPerriman, Andrew (ed) 2003. Faith Health and Prosperity: A Report on ‘Word of Faith’ and ‘Positive Confession’ Theologies by ACUTE. Carlisle: PaternosterYong, Amos 2000. Discerning the Spirit(s): A Pentecostal-Charismatic Contribution to Christian Theology of Religions. Sheffield: Sheffield Academic PressYong, Amos 2005. The Spirit Poured Out On All Flesh: Pentecostalism And The Possibility Of Global Theology. Grand Rapids: Baker Academic Other information