Course Description
This course is an introduction to critical concepts of the Reformation and Christian Leaders in the 16th century. We will especially consider the social and political tensions of the century, and the ways in which they shaped theology. We will also assume that the reformation was not one coherent movement, but rather a complex and unruly competition between different visions of what God intended the church to be.
This is a core course toward the Lanier Certificate in Theology and Ministry. (5 Contact hours)
This course will also be offered in Spanish from August 15-16, 2025. More info to come.
William Tyndale Bible, printed in 1526. Located in Lanier Theological LIbrary.
Instructor
Dr. Steven Turley, Director – Truett Seminary Houston
Schedule
Friday, July 18
6:30-7:30 pm | Session 1
Europe on Eve of Reformations Luther versus Indulgences
7:50-8:50pm | Session 2
Lutheran Theology Earliest Fractures
Saturday, July 19
9:30-10:30am | Session 3
Zwingli and Swiss Reformation Anabaptist Beginnings
10:50-11:50am | Session 4
Calvin and the Reformed Tradition
12:00-1:00pm | LUNCH
1:00-2:00pm | Session 5
The English Reformations