MTH 701 – Ecclesiology (Theology of the Church)

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MTH 701 – Ecclesiology (Theology of the Church)

MTH 701 – Ecclesiology, a 3 credit hour course of studies in the Masters programs of Reformation International Theological Seminary.

Course Description: 3 credit hours

This course takes up the theological study of the Christian Church as set forth in Scripture as presbyterial in nature, by divine right (authorized by God), led by church officers composed of elders who rule and some who both rule and teach, and deacons who manage the temporal affairs of the church, especially matters concerning the poor.   A particular effort is made to set forth the scriptural basis of the ruling elder, which is often neglected in some churches and which is not otherwise covered as is the minister in other seminary courses having to do with pastoral responsibilities.

Required Materials for the Course (see below for more information and purchase)

MTH 701 – Course Payment – Ecclesiology (3 credit hours)

This covers the tuition payment for this 3 credit course.

TEXTBOOK: An Ecclesiastical Catechism by Thomas Smyth (Paperback)

Originally printed in 1843, An Ecclesiastical Catechism of the Presbyterian Church is a definitive text giving insight and instruction regarding the form of church government known as presbyterianism, or rule of elders. Replete with Scripture references, An Ecclesiastical Catechism of the Presbyterian Church is serious reading for all wanting to learn about this historic form of church government.

TEXTBOOK: The Divine Right of Church Government (Jus Divinum) by various ministers of Sion College, London written in 1646, revised and edited by David W. Hall (Electronic Download)

This book is currently out of print and available only in a Kindle version for those with Kindle readers from Amazon or in a downloadable PDF file solely for use of RITS students.  It is required reading.

TEXTBOOK: The Scripture Doctrine of the Church by D. Douglas Bannerman

This book is required reading and is supplied without charge in PDF format along with the course.

TEXTBOOK: Presbyterianism—the Truly Primitive and Apostolic Constitution of the Church of Christ by Samuel Miller

This book is required reading and is supplied without charge in PDF format along with the course.  The book is currently out of print, but an original edition is supplied along with a modern typeset manuscript (though not thoroughly footnoted) for easier student reading.

TEXTBOOK: The Ruling Elder by Samuel Miller

This book is required reading and is supplied without charge in PDF format along with the course.

TEXTBOOK: The Holy Catholic Church and its Biblical Government by Robert Grossmann

This book is required reading and is supplied without charge in PDF format along with the course.

You will receive an email from us with a link that will allow you to download course lectures, PDFs, etc., after you complete your order.