Summer 2015 Courses at SPU: Open to
Pastors and Church Leaders

CBTE Summer Institute Courses 2015

This summer, Seattle Pacific University’s Center for Biblical and Theological Education offers two courses rooted in deep biblical and theological reflection for pastors and church leaders.

Multi-Ethnic Ministry

June 15–18 (Monday–Thursday), 9 a.m.–4:15 p.m.



Location: Cremona 202 (SPU campus)



Cost: $140 (Seminary credit available)



Deadline: Registration for this course is closed.

Bishop Matt Thomas, DMinInstructor



Bishop Matt Thomas, DMin



Free Methodist Church of North America

Course Description: What does a healthy multiethnic ministry look like? What kind of leadership is called for to develop a vibrant multiethnic congregation? This course will explore how the gospel of Christ can be proclaimed, lived out, and effectively communicated across cultural divides.

Technology and Ministry

July 6–7 (Monday and Tuesday), 9 a.m.–2 p.m.



Location: Ames Library Classroom (SPU campus)



Cost: $50 (Seminary credit available)



Deadline: Registration for this course is closed.

Michael Paulus, MDivInstructor



Michael Paulus, MDiv, MLIS



SPU University Librarian and Associate Professor

Course Description: Within the last 25 years, new Internet, social media, and mobile technologies have transformed the ways we interact with information and with each other. What impact are these and related digital technologies having on communication and community within the church? This course will explore biblical and theological perspectives on technology, the history of technology in the church, and the challenges and opportunities of life and ministry in the digital age.

Posted: Thursday, April 16, 2015