Faith, Power and Politics

Another political exercise looms on the horizon and we have been hearing voices presenting various platforms and initializing new strategies to claim the approval of the citizenry. In the midst of all these we want to ask these questions – what role does our faith play in the middle of this political quagmire? How do we redefine church-state relations in a setting where such boundaries are often obscured? Where does real power lie and how do we use it for the greater good? How do I delineate my engagement in the political arenas as a Christian?

The forum will feature Marvic Leonen, Bert Alejo, Fermin Manalo Jr. and Lorenzo Bautista. Atty. Marvic Leonen is Dean of the UP College of Law. He teaches courses in remedial law, constitutional law and natural resources law, among others. Atty. Leonen has also served as the general counsel of the University of the Philippines, and as its Vice President for Legal Affairs. Leonen has also provided legal commentary for television networks such as ABS-CBN and GMA Network. Fr. Albert Alejo, S.J. is Rector of Ateneo de Davao, author of Tao Po! Tuloy (definitive study of Loob) and Renewing Cultural Energies, director of EHEM! - a nation-wide anti-corruption program, and currently heads “Konsult Mindanaw.” Fermin P. Manalo Jr. is Senior Lecturer at both the UP College of Social Work and Community Development and The Center for International Studies. Prof. Lorenzo Bautista is part of ATS Theology Dept.

The forum will be held on February 11 and 12, 2010 at the Union Church of Manila. We are expecting more than 600 participants comprising of theologians, academicians, students, pastors, and lay leaders from different denominations, church and religious organizations to attend and participate in this forum.

You can register below to reserve seats and follow instructions for enlisting. Noel Atienza will be receiving your reservations. For more information, he can be reached at telephone no. 929-7806 during office hours.

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- A special modular program designed to prepare participants to undertake holistic and transformational early childhood program.
- Designed to provide participants knowledge and skills to develop, implement and evaluate an early childhood education program based on developmentally appropriate practice.

Bible Introduction – First Module
Nov. 7 & 14, 2009 8am-5pm
ATS Room 2

For More Information, Call/Visit:
ATS Center for Continuing Studies
54 Sct. Madriñan St., South Triangle, Quezon City
Tel Nos. 928-6717, 928-6809 local 128
Fax: 928-5114

Mission Ministries Philippines
Tel Nos. 928-5409, 928-5110, 928-6715
Email: mmpece@gmail.com
Website:www.mmphilippines.org

09 November-09 December 2009
6:00 pm – 9:00 p.m.

This course introduces students to the basic techniques of biblical interpretation. The students will learn basic exegetical skills and will be introduced to necessary tools. The history and philosophy of interpretation will also be studied and evaluated. The goal is transformative application to one’s personal, ministerial and cross-cultural contexts (ethnohermeneutics). This course must be taken during the student’s first year of registration.

Concurrent or Prerequisite: Bible Introduction.

FACULTY:

PROF. AUDREY ELIZABETH NEWTON
M.Th., University of Aberdeen, U.K.; Dip., All Nations Christian College; B.A., Open University, U.K.

(3 units)
Saturday, 9:00 am – 12:00 nn

This course will provide students with the concepts, theories, and principles of youth ministry, and applications in developing of a dynamic youth ministry in their locality. Emphasis will be given to the youth minister, the young people of this present generation, youth activities and management of youth ministry. At the end of the course, students are expected to:

1. Have acquired an understanding of the concepts, principles and theories of developing a dynamic youth ministry;
2. Develop a personal philosophy, paradigm and framework of youth ministry that is responsive to the challenges of this generation;
3. Develop expertise in the use of various tools and methodologies for a dynamic youth ministry; and,
4. Apply knowledge and skills learned by analyzing and developing a new or improving their institution’s youth ministry.

CE Course Elective

FACULTY:

REV. DR. LEONIDES T. SON
Ph.D. Philosophy in Education Major in Educational Leadership and Management, De La Salle University; M.A. Education Major in Educational Management (with Distinction), De La Salle University; M.Div. Biblical Studies, Biblical Seminary of the Philippines; B.S.Business Administration Major in Accounting, Phil. School of Business Administration; Course Leader and Instructor of different training courses especially with the Boy Scouts of the Philippines

(3 units)
09 November-09 December 2009
6:00 pm – 9:00 p.m.

This course teaches basic exegetical skills needed for interpreting the Pauline and General Epistles as well as the Book of Revelation. The end goal of the exegesis is transformative application on the students’ personal, family and educational life, ecclesiastical, and societal contexts.

Prerequisites: Bible Introduction and Hermeneutics

FACULTY:

DR. DEREK NEWTON
Ph.D., M.A., Dip., University of Sheffield, U.K.; Dip., University of Cambridge, U.K.; B.A., University of Durham, U.K.

PROF. NOLI MENDOZA
Th.M. (ongoing), Asia Graduate School of Theology, Phils.; M.Div., Asian Theological Seminary, A.B., Philippine Missionary Institute

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the founding of ATS, we are hosting the Bakke Lectureship on Urban Ministry, Thursday, October 8, 2:00PM to 5:30PM. Dr. Ray Bakke is a specialist in the study of cities, founder of the Bakke Graduate University of Ministry, and a prolific author in the area of holistic urban ministry. His works include “A Theology as Big as the City,” “Street Signs: A New Direction in Urban Ministry,” and “A Surprising Journey.”

Host: Asian Theological Seminary
Date: Thursday, 08 October 2009
Time: 2:00PM - 5:30PM
Location: ATS Chapel
Street: 54 Sct. Madriñan St., South Triangle, Quezon City, Philippines
Phone: 9285097
Email: arthur@ats.ph

Asian Theological Seminary calls the attention of Churches, Para-churches, Christian Organizations, Mission Organizations, and all concerned individuals, pastors, and missionary workers, to attend the ATS Spiritual Emphasis Month and Missions Fest to be held at ATS Chapel, Wednesdays at 11 am – 12:30 pm.

Schedule of Speakers:

August 5 Musical Chapel
Topic: World Missions

August 12 Dr. Emo Yango
Topic: Insiders’ Movement

August 26 Ms. Cheryl Lee
Topic: Women in the “Ethnic” World

Schedule of Seminar:

August 22 Ethnic Ministry Mobilization and Awareness
“UPG’s It’s their Turn II”
ATS Chapel, Saturday, 9 am – 3 pm
Please register before August 8
Admission is free

There will be Book Table Exhibits. Ministry resource materials will be sold by different organizations involved with ethnic ministry.

For details, please contact: 928-67-17 loc 132. Look for Meriam or Ian.

Union Church of Manila, February 11 & 12, 2010

Call for Papers

Sociologists, political analysts, theologians, pastors, missionaries, educators and graduate students are invited to submit paper proposals!

Faith, Power and Politics

Another political exercise looms on the horizon and we have been hearing voices presenting various platforms and initializing new strategies to claim the approval of the citizenry. In the midst of all these we want to ask these questions – what role does our faith play in the middle of this political quagmire? How do we redefine church-state relations in a setting where such boundaries are often obscured? Where does real power lie and how do we use it for the greater good? How do I delineate my engagement in the political arenas as a Christian?

This forum will serve as a venue for public discussion, provide biblical and theological perspectives, and suggest practical measures toward better understanding of issue at hand.

Abstract proposal should be one page in length and include the following:
• Paper title
• Your full name, ministry/group you are associated with, your address, e-mail address, office and cell phone numbers
• An abstract (150 words) summarizing the main thesis/argument of the paper

Topics on: Philippine and Asian politics, Church-State Relations, Effective Governance, Countering Corruption, The Model Citizen, etc.

The total paper should be about 2500 to 3000 words and deliverable in 25 minutes (for the actual presentation)
Submission of proposal will be evaluated for its content before acceptance. Once paper is chosen, this will become part of the Forum’s official proceedings.

Deadline of Submission of Abstract proposal – December 17, 2009
Send proposals and speaker suggestions by email to theoforum@ats.ph

Take note of the following updates we have for the upcoming semester:

Registration is still ongoing
You can still register within two-weeks after the first day of classes (June 15th).
Another good news is, the penalty for late registration is waived!

Online Pre-Enrolment Form
We understand the difficulty of managing work, ministry and seminary training at the same time. That’s why we are bringing one crucial aspect of the enrollment procedure right into your office or at home. Filling out the online pre-enrolment form will save you a lot of time and money.

Click on HERE to view and fill out a pre-enrolment form.

You may also want to check out the Course Offerings to help you decide which subjects to take.

Registrar Quick-Assist
Staring Monday, June 15, the Registrar will take care of your scheduling, registration and advising needs. No more moving from one room to another. Also, the Registrar’s office will be open after 5PM to accommodate those unable to drop by during normal business hours. Please indicate in the Pre-Enrolment Form if you wish to visit outside the business hours.

Option to pay offsite
No time to visit the Business Office? No Problem! Make a secure and worry-free payment thru the bank. We’ll be glad to send you the payment details should you decide to take this option. Feel free to reach out to Ms. Dess Lustre if you have further financial concerns.

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Mailing Address: QCCPO Box 1454-1154 Quezon City 1100, Philippines
Phone: (632) 928-6717, 928-6709, 928-5105 Fax: (632) 928-5114
Email: info@ats.ph
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