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DEGREE PROGRAM

This program is designed to give the student a wellrounded college education with a sound preparation in Bible and Theology (51 semester hours), Biblical language emphasis, as well as a foundation in Practics (33 semester hours) and General Studies (39 semester hours).

An aptitude for the study of Biblical Hebrew and/or Greek is a prerequisite for enrolment in this program. Students who desire to continue their education at the graduate level will find this major attractive.

OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this program the student shall be able to:
  • demonstrate a broad knowledge of the Bible and its major themes;
  • use proper hermeneutical, exegetical, and homiletical skills in the exposition, teaching, preaching, and application of Scripture;
  • do sound Biblical, historical and systematic theologizing;
  • develop and demonstrate an authentic Christian world view;
  • practice basic Christian life skills which include spiritual disciplines, evangelism, church ministry and cultural discernment;
  • nurture a godly, Spirit-filled, ethical lifestyle; and,
  • advance confidently and successfully to seminary or graduate school studies.

BIBLICAL THEOLOGY MAJOR - 24 semester hours
  • 6 Beginning Greek or Hebrew
  • 6 Intermediate Greek or Hebrew
  • 3 Research in Theology
  • 3 Exegetical Methodology
  • 6 Elective hours in Bible and Theology

To meet PAOC credentialing requirements you must opt for as open electives
or additional credits:
  • 3 Local Church Leadership
  • 3 Pastoral Ministry Internship

SAMPLE DEGREE PROGRAM

FRESHMAN YEAR

Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits
ENGL 103
Introduction to Literature
3 ENGL 104
Introduction to Literature
3
BIBL 113
Hermeneutics
3 BIBL 114
Pentateuch
3
BIBL 115
Gospels
3 BIBL 132
Cross Cultural Studies
3
RELS 131
Intro to Spiritual Issues
3 EDUC 142
Principles of Teaching
3
RELS 133
Religious Conversion
3 HIST 172
History of Pentecostal Church
3
  15   15

SOPHOMORE YEAR

Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits
PSYCH 106
Introduction to Psychology
3 BUSI 111
Business Fundamentals
3
BIBL 211
Historical Literature
3 BIBL 212
Acts
3
THEO 221
Doctrine I
3 BIBL 214
Exegetical Methodology
3
EDUC 241
Youth Communication
3 THEO 222
Doctrine II
3
Biblical Language 3 Biblical Language 3
Open Elective 3    
  18   15

JUNIOR YEAR

Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits
HIST 111
History of Western Civilization
3 HIST 260
History of Christianity
3
THEO 321
Biblical Theology
of the Holy Spirit
3 RELS 331
Pastoral Theology
3
Old Testament Elective 3 RELS 332
Christianity and Culture
3
General Elective 3 New Testament Elective 3
Biblical Language 3 Biblical Language 3
  15   15

SENIOR YEAR

Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits
PHIL 105
Introduction to Philosophy
3 PHIL 210
Contemporary Ethical Issues
3
BIBL 412
New Testament Backgrounds
3 THEO 422
Old Testament Theology
3
THEO 421
New Testament Theology
3 THEO 423
Research in Theology
3
Old Testament Elective 3 New Testament Elective 3
Open Elective 3 Open Elective 3
  15   15

Summit Pacific College offers three diploma programs:

The diploma programs in Pastoral Theology, General Bible and Church Ministry consist of 90 semester hours of required and elective courses. The Pastoral Theology major is for those students called to full-time ministry and who desire the minimum formal Bible College education required by the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada for ministerial ordination. The General Bible major is designed for those who want sound training in developing their skills for Christian service, but who have no call to full-time ministry. The Church Ministry major is designed for those whose primary ministry in the church is education and teaching.

General Bible Diploma

Those who graduate from this major will have a sound preparation in Bible and Theology (45 semester hours) as well as a foundation of Practics (18 semester hours), General Studies (21 semester hours), and 6 semester hours of open electives. This major is designed for those wanting to maximize Biblical studies, but do not have a call to full-time ministry. To qualify for credentialing after graduation with this major, the student must use the open electives to take the required courses in Practics.

Course Requirements and Curriculum

Freshman Year

Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits
ENGL 103
Introduction to Literature
3 BIBL 114
Pentateuch
3
BIBL 113
Hermeneutics
3 RELS 132
Cross Cultural Studies
3
BIBL 115
Gospels
3 EDUC 142
Principles of Teaching
3
RELS 131
Introduction to Spiritual Issues
3 HIST 172
History of the Pentecostal Church
3
RELS 133
Religious Conversion
3 General Studies Elective 3
  15   15

Sophmore Year

Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits
BIBL 211
Historical Literature
3 BIBL 212
Acts
3
THEO 221
Doctrine I
3 BIBL 214
Exegetical Methodology
3
Biblical Language 3 THEO 222
Doctrine II
3
Bible Elective 3 Biblical Language 3
Open Elective 3 Bible Elective 3
  15   15

Senior Year

Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits
HIST 111
History of Western Civilization
3 HIST 260
History of Christianity
3
THEO 321
Biblical Theology of the Holy Spirit
3 RELS 332
Christianity and Culture
3
RELS 334
Leadership Development
3 THEO 422
Old Testament Theology
3
THEO 421
New Testament Theology
3 Bible Elective 3
Bible Elective 3 Open Elective 3
  15   15

Christian Worker Certificate

The certificate programs in General Bible, Church Ministries and Music consist of 60 to 63 semester hours of required and elective courses. Each certificate is a recognized program of the college, but its completion does not constitute graduation from the college, nor does it meet the requirements for ordination as set forth by the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada.

Christian Worker Certificate - General Bible

Objectives

This program is designed to provide students with a concentration of Bible related studies and basic skills and competencies for the sharing of one's faith.

Note: some courses are offered every second year. Students should alter their programs as necessary.

Course Requirements and Curriculum

Freshman Year

Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits
BIBL 113
Hermeneutics
3 BIBL 114
Pentateuch
3
BIBL 115
Gospels
3 RELS 132
Cross Cultural Studies
3
RELS 131
Introduction to Spiritual Issues
3 EDUC 142
Principles of Teaching
3
RELS 133
Religious Conversion
3 HIST 172 History of the Pentecostal Church 3
Open Elective 3 Open Elective 3
  15   15

Sophomore Year

Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits
BIBL 211
Historical Literature
3 BIBL 212
Acts
3
THEO 221
Doctrine I
3 THEO 222
Doctrine II
3
THEO 321
Biblical Theology
of the Holy Spirit
3 THEO 422
Old Testament Theology
3
THEO 421
New Testament Theology
3 BIBL/THEO Elective 3
Open Elective 3 Open Elective 3
  15   15


Dr. Roger Stronstad
Director of the Biblical Theology Major
Telephone: (604) 853-7491 or 1-800-976-8388
rstronstad@summitpacific.ca

If you have any questions about programs here at Summit Pacific College,
please contact Darin 604-851-7222 or Sarah 604-851-7224 (Toll Free 1.800.976.8388)
or contact us through our Information Request Form.

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