Spring 2026 Courses
DC 920: The Westminster Assembly: Then and Now
Day: 4 Saturdays: 1/17, 2/7, 3/7, 4/11
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Columbia
Format: In-person and live video conference for distance students
Course Description:
This course examines the Westminster Assembly in its historical context, looking at both its accomplishments and its failures in the light of its stated goals in the Solemn League and Covenant. The influence of this Assembly in the history of the Church will be traced and the lessons and applications for today’s Church will be explored. Elective. Three hours.
Professor: Dr. Mark Ross
The First Presbyterian Church – John R. de Witt chair of Theology | Associate Dean for Erskine Columbia
Email: ross@erskine.edu
Phone: 803-392-3748
DC 962: Contextual Theology & Pastoral Practice
Day: 4 Saturdays: 1/24, 2/21, 3/21, 4/18
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Format: Live video conference only
Course Description:
This course explores the relationship between theology, culture, and Christian practice using biblical studies, confessional guidance, historic examples, and pastoral models. Students examine cultural contexts through a biblical-theological lens and make application to their ministerial contexts. Emphasis is placed on establishing the contours for a faithful gospel witness amidst the increasing challenges of cultural plurality and the existential threats of cultural pluralism. Elective (Context). Three hours.
Professor: Dr. Daniel Janosik
Research Professor of Apologetics
Email: janosik@erskine.edu
DN 920: The Minor Prophets & the Church's Ministry
Day: 4 Mondays: 2/9, 3/2, 3/30, 4/27
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Format: Live video conference only
Course Description:
This course examines the twelve minor prophets, focusing on their theologies and how they contribute to a single message for the Church. Students explore the call of the prophets to an ethical, just, and God-centered community. Students conduct exegetical work on one of the minor prophets and make application to their current ministry contexts. Elective (Norms). Three hours.
Professor: Dr. George Schwab
Professor of Old Testament
Email: schwab@erskine.edu
Phone: 864-379-8882
DN 949: Scripture Interpreting Scripture
Day: 4 Mondays- 1/26, 2/23, 3/23, 4/20
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Columbia
Format: In-person and live video conference for distance students
Course Description:
This course focuses on how biblical authors appropriated the Old Testament in their writings, whether by direct quotation or more indirectly by allusion. A select Old Testament book will be used to demonstrate the biblical authors’ interpretative methods. This course considers the relevance of how the biblical authors used Scripture for interpreting, applying, and preaching the Bible today. Elective (Norms). Three hours.
Professor: Dr. Max Rogland
Research Professor of Old Testament
Email: rogland@erskine.edu
DR 900: Advanced Research & Writing for Ministry
Format: Asynchronous, with several live video conference discussion sessions required
Course Description:
This course provides advanced guidance on the task of writing professional papers that integrate theological reflection with ministry experience. Attention is given to the process of choosing a theological/ministerial topic, conducting research, using technology in research, analyzing and articulating one’s findings, and writing advanced papers. Student research and writing is approached from a Christian perspective. Students are also given an overview of the D.Min. program. Required in one of the first two semesters. Two hours.
Professor: Dr. Richard Winston
Associate Professor of New Testament | Director of the MATS and Th.M. programs
Email: winston@erskine.edu
Phone: 864-379-8828