Option 2: One day (Two-Three Lectures)

Option 2: One day (Two-Three Lectures)

Following are the lectures offered.

  1. Introduction to Arab ChristianTheology: we will present a brief history of Arab followers of the triune God that shows the diversity of Christian church families. In addition, we will introduce major Palestinian theological movements and tendencies that respond to the major social, political, historical and theological challenges.
  2. The Israeli/Palestinian Conflict:the history of the conflict from a Palestinian perspective, starting from the rise of Zionism until the modern time, and the Palestinian Christian response to it.
  3. Theology of the Land– Part 1:a study of the major theological themes in the Old and New Testament concerning the theology of the land, with a special reference to the Palestinian Israeli conflict.
  4. Theology of the Land – Part 2:  A Christian attempt to answer some major questions concerning the land today: Who owns the land? What are the boundaries of the land? Who should inherit the land? Who are the Israelites?
  5. An Alternative to Zionism– Part 1:An Introduction to Christian Zionism and Dispensationalist theology and how it deals with the End Times, prophecy and the Jewish people and how this impacts our region.
  6. An Alternative to Zionism– Part 2:The Biblical basis of Christian Zionism is exposed, and an alternative Christian theology is proposed that looks at the concept of the two covenants and how the New Testament interpreted the Old.
  7. A Christian Response to Radical Islam: a look at thepolitical, social, economical and religious background that led to the rise of radical Islam in the 21st century, and the Biblical response to it.
  8. Reading the Old Testament in Palestine: Palestinian Christians struggle with the Old Testament because of its references to Israel inheriting the land of their fathers, and many call the church to abandon it. How do Palestinian theologian and church leaders interpret the OT?
  9. Pastoring in Palestine:A Palestinian pastor will speak about the major challenges and difficulties facing a pastor in Palestine, and his experience in the days of fighting and military curfews in Bethlehem.
  10. Pathways to Reconciliation:The Biblical principles of reconciliation through the cross, the church’s role and experience in reconciliation in the Holy Land – with a special reference to Musalaha – a ministry of Reconciliation between Messianic and Palestinian Christians.
  11. Peace, Justice and Non-Violence in the Palestinian Context (2hrs):the Biblical principles of justice and non-violence, and a look at the peace building contributions of the Palestinian Church.
  12. Lecture upon Request: other lectures might be considered upon request.

To arrange for lectures, contact us at registrar1@bethbc.org

Important additional information:

·        Each lecture is 90-120 minutes in length including 30 minutes Q&A. 

·        Lectures are offered Monday through Friday, and in special cases we might consider Saturdays, but not Sundays.

·        Lectures can be offered either in Bethlehem or at our extension in Nazareth.

·        The cost for two lectures is $300, and for three lectures is $400. This money will be used to cover the cost of lecturers as well as to support the school.

·        Snacks and refreshments are provided.

·        Audiovisual recording of the lectures are available for purchase (depending on availability)

·        Lunch can be provided upon request.

·        Accommodation for up to 30 people can be provided upon request. Please visit http://www.bethbc.com/guesthousefor all the details.

·        For more information, contact us at registrar1@bethbc.org