What does it mean to be Congregational?
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What does it mean to function in a congregational church? Is there any justification for it in the New Testament? This class will explore this issue through several different means. It will look at early Christianity. It will explore the writings of the New Testament where church structure was discussed. It will also address church structure in the early church that developed beyond the time of the first century. From this point, the class will consider Congregationalism in Europe and then in America. This part of the class will address matters such as the English and German congregational thought, the Great Awakenings, the Unitarian controversy, and modern day expressions of Congregationalism. The final portion will provide the opportunity to interact with congregational representatives. This portion will help provide perspective on how experienced people have interacted in a congregational setting. Throughout the class, we will explore readings from an Anglican and Presbyterian view of church government. |
The class will be taught through video lecture, readings, and Zoom.
The Teachers are:
The Teachers are:
Rev. Timothy Dubeau
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Dr. Drake Williams
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