Mini-Courses

What is a Mini-Course?

  • Self-paced, self-directed online learning
  • Includes audio narration and videos, but no facilitated discussion
  • Feature materials by ɬÀï·¬ÏÂÔØ faculty
  • Can be completed in short blocks of time
  • Self-check at the end of each section
  • FREE of charge and available 24/7, year-round

What Mini-Courses Are Offered?

Preaching Courses

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Touchstones for Preaching

Touchstones for PreachingÌýis a resource designed to help ordained and lay preachers craft an engaging homily and preach effectively. The six Basic Touchstones review how one shapes a homily and cultivates the habits needed to compose weekly homilies as part of one’s ministry. The Special Touchstones address considerations about preaching on special occasions, e.g., weddings and funerals; preaching to special audiences, e.g., children; and preaching on special topics, e.g., justice.Ìý Each video is presented by an experienced preacher or a homiletics teacher.

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Flesh Made Word:ÌýThe Art of Crafting a HomilyÌý

This series introduces the viewer to the art of crafting a homily through a variety of preaching approaches. Much of the material is visual, and the examples are designed to explore a wide range of preaching methods, styles, and techniques. ÌýThis process was designed for both the seasoned and beginner preacher. ÌýEach unit contains an introduction, a homily, and a conversation.Ìý The topics covered include: preaching with a prop, a black saints celebration, mission preaching, preaching to children, preaching on Palm Sunday, bi-lingual preaching, pesame as a para-liturgical service, preaching as a Bible character, and multimedia preaching.

New Testament Cources

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The Birth of Jesus: Two Gospel Accounts

Explore the infancy narratives of Matthew and Luke and encounter each Evangelist's unique insights into the spiritual meaning of Jesus' birth.Ìý Ideal study for a richer observance of Advent and Christmas.Ìý Includes introductory material on reading the Bible, and an overview of the two Gospels.Ìý Content by Dr. Philip Cunningham, former director of the ɬÀï·¬ÏÂÔØ Center for Christian-Jewish Learning.Ìý

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The Death of Jesus: Four Gospel Accounts

Explore the four different Gospel passion narratives and encounter each Evangelist's unique insights into the spiritual meaning of Jesus' death.Ìý A rich study for Lent and/or Holy Week.Ìý Includes introductory material on reading the Bible, and an overview of the four Gospels.Ìý Content by Dr. Philip Cunningham, former director of the ɬÀï·¬ÏÂÔØ Center for Christian-Jewish Learning.Ìý

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El Nacimiento de Jesús: Dos Relatos Evangélicos

Explorar las historias de la infancia de Jesús según Mateo y Lucas, y conozca la manera única como cada evangelista interpreta el sentido espiritual del nacimiento de Jesús. Un estudio ideal para vivir más de lleno el Adviento y la Navidad. Incluye material introductorio sobre la Biblia y una presentación inicial a cada uno de los dos Evangelios. El contenido fue diseñado por el Dr. Philip Cunningham, antiguo director del centro para el aprendizaje sobre relaciones entre cristianos y judíos ubicado en ɬÀï·¬ÏÂÔØ, y traducido por el Dr. Hosffman Ospino.

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La Muerte de Jesús: Cuatro Narrativas Evangélicas

Explorar las narrativas de la Pasión de los cuatro Evangelios y encuentra los únicos significados espirituales de la muerte de Jesús que cada Evangelista ofrece.Ìý Un estudio apropiado para la Cuaresma o la Semana Santa que incluye materiales introductorios para leer la biblia y una visión general de los cuatro evangelios. El contenido fue diseñado por el Dr. Philip Cunningham, antiguo director del centro para el aprendizaje sobre relaciones entre cristianos y judíos ubicado en ɬÀï·¬ÏÂÔØ, y traducido por Hosffman Ospino.