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The San Diego School of Christian Studies
San Diego School of Christian Studies offers seminary-level theological education to laity. The School is designed for life-long learners who wish to deepen their faith as they broaden their knowledge. The School offers four to five classes per semester. They typically range from one-day seminars to classes that run one evening a week for two to five sessions. Classes are in Old and New Testament, church history, theology, Christian ethics, and world religion.
Board of Directors
Statement of Purpose
The purpose of the San Diego School of Christian Studies is to offer opportunities designed to challenge participants to grow in their understanding of the Christian faith in order to worship God in spirit and in truth and to serve the church and the world in the spirit of Christ.
The School
The San Diego School of Christian Studies offers a challenging curriculum for the serious student. Courses are provided in a wide range of general and specialized religious topics. A ministry of the First United Methodist Church of San Diego, the school is open to — and encourages enrollment by — persons of all religious faiths.
Curriculum
SDSCS offers courses in biblical studies, theology, church history, and religion and society. General studies and a variety of specialized courses are offered. No papers are required and no tests are given in the courses offered; however, students are encouraged to read assigned materials and to participate in class discussions.
Scholarships
Scholarship assistance is available. Contact Rev. Elbert Kim at (619) 297-4366 or EKim@fumcsd.org
Classes
are held on the campus of
First United Methodist Church
2111 Camino del Rio South
San Diego, CA 92108
Maps . . .
Childcare provided with reservation 48 hours in advance.
For additional information phone: (619) 297-4366.
Members of the SDSCS Board of Directors:
Pastoral Liaison to the San Diego School of Christian Studies:
Rev. Elbert Kim, First United Methodist Church of San Diego
Dean of the San Diego School of Christian Studies:
Ben Christensen, Ph.D., Prof. Emeritus, San Diego State University
Other Board Members:
Dr. Bonnie Bobzien, M.D., Physician
Kathee Christensen, Ph.D., Prof. Emeritus, San Diego State University
Elizabeth Cogdill, M.A., San Diego State University, Counseling & Guidance
Betsy Hamblin Massee, B.S., Research Biologist, Staff, UCSD
Kenneth L. Holmgren, BA, International Relations, MS, Administration of Criminal Justice
Ernest V. Leal, B.S., CPA
Russ Locke, D.Min., Claremont School of Theology
John C. Mathison, Ph.D., Pathology, The Scripps Research Institute
Irving Alan Sparks, Ph.D., Prof. Emeritus, Religious Studies, SDSU
Maryalice Taflan, Accounting Administrator
Anna Walden, Ph.D., Psychology
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