PLI Fall 2016
New LOWER tuition effective March 1.Whether pursuing MC credentials or improving your serve, meeting prescribed educational requirements or selectively cherry-picking, PLI courses could provide just what you're looking for! All courses include weekly two-hour, online chats as well as required reading, assigned writing, and hands-on projects.Registration deadline is Sunday, July 24, 2016.Click here to enroll or contact PLIadmin@mcusa.org for more details.
Level One
PL121: Old Testament SurveyTuition: $200eProf: Dr. Allen Tyndall, MED, MDiv, DMinTuesdays, 8:00pm EasternHow is the Bible like an onion? To find out, join us in studying the literature, historical background, geography and significance of the books of the Old Testament. When you learn to bridge the gap from original meaning to the contemporary significance of God’s revelation of Himself, you’ll discover that the Bible is not primarily about history, but about God. In lively class discussion, pat answers are challenged as students and eProf learn to live out Proverbs 27:17.PL531: Biblical TheologyTuition: $200eProf: Jim Carder, MA, PhDThursdays, 8:00pm EasternThis course introduces the content, discipline, and practical application of biblical theology so foundational for a biblical worldview, practical ministry, and systematic theology. The theology of the entire Bible is considered as well as many of the major themes from Genesis through Revelation emphasizing how the two testaments connect to produce one unified “Big Picture” view.
Level Two
PL351: Teaching Methods & Christian Education AdministrationTuition: $200eProf: John Oelze, MDiv, MAMondays, 8:00pm EasternCovering issues related to developing a church-wide spiritual formation track, this course zeroes in on developing relevant avenues for spiritual growth and critiquing contemporary communicators to aid in fostering one’s skills for effective, relevant teaching and leadership in the local church setting.Audit any course for just $100No grade or credit, submission of assignments not required, participate as much or little as desired.