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Study the Reformation |
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The Setting
When the Berlin Wall came down in 1989 the former Eastern Bloc Countries were open to Western tourists and scholars as never before. Deep in the old East Germany lay the quaint town of Wittenberg where Martin Luther studied and taught and preached until his death in 1546. Professor Harold O.J. Brown of RTS, Charlotte was one of those scholars who took advantage of these travel and study opportunities in Central Europe.
Some 10 years ago Professor and Mrs. Grace Brown began a Reformation Study tour that visited Austria, and the Czech Republic with 3 weeks residence in the Luther complex in Wittenberg. Since that time hundreds of students have participated in what for many was a life-changing experience of learning and fellowship.
The Lecturer
Dale W. Johnson, Ph.D. of Erskine Theological Seminary will teach the Reformation and Modern Church History course. Professor Johnson is a Ruling Elder in the PCA and was educated at Cedarville University, Florida Atlantic University, Covenant Theological Seminary and Georgia State University. He was an English Speaking Fellow at Oxford University and a Visiting Scholar at University of St. Andrews. He is the co-author of, John Knox: An Introduction to His Life and Works.
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Who Should Join the Study Tour?
Typically seminary students and their families have attended this tour. Students of all ages are encouraged and welcomed to attend. Laity are especially encouraged to participate, as we have had several adult couples in the past. This is also an ideal opportunity for teachers and pastors. Participants have the option of taking the coursework for audit or for seminary credit. Erskine Seminary, the seminary of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church founded in 1837, is fully accredited by SACS and ATS. Students from other colleges and seminaries are enthusiastically invited to attended and transfer credit from Erskine to their home institution. |
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Course of Study
Reformation and Modern Church History
This course covers the historical, spiritual, and institutional development of Western Christianity from the Renaissance to the modern era. Students examine the Protestant Reformers, the Counter Reformation, the Enlightenment, Pietism, and the development of evangelicalism. While resident in Wittenberg, Germany the class will visit several historic sites related to Luther and the wider Reformation movement. |
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Course Requirements
1. Complete an in course oral exam
2. Take an end of course essay exam
3. Write a 12-15 page paper
(due 6 weeks after the end of the course)
4. Keep a journal of the Study tour
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Cost
$3300 for auditors, $3700 for those earning 3 hours credit through Erskine Theological Seminary. The payments will be due in 3 installments- March 1, $1000, April 1, $1000 and May 1 $1000 (or remaining balance). The cost MAY change (because of fluctuating airfare) and minor adjustments made accordingly. The cost includes airfare, lectures, all lodging and meals in Wittenberg and some travel expenses and entrance fees outside of Wittenberg. We are scheduling one weekend in which participants are encouraged to explore on their own by way of train to Berlin, Halle, Leipzig, Dresden or beyond. At press time we are planning to begin in Prague, Czech Republic. |
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Scholarships Available
There is scholarship money available if a person has a Georgia residence, and are preparing for the Presbyterian ministry. If interested please contact djohnson@erskine.edu. |
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