The Church and Children in a Changing World
A Doctor of Ministry Course at the United Nations
The Presbyterian United Nations Office and Columbia Theological Seminary
January 11-22, 2010, New York City
Every two years, the Presbyterian United Nations Office and Columbia Theological Seminary hold a credited January term Doctor of Ministry Course on a topic of increasing importance for the world and faith communities. We are pleased to announce that the January 2010 course (HD774) will examine “The Church and Children in a Changing World.” The course will be held January 11-22, 2010, at the Presbyterian United Nations Office in New York.
The course theme for 2010 emerges from the reality that children will inherit a world which presents increasingly complex challenges. As the world undergoes dramatic and rapid change in all areas of life, no group of people is more affected than children. The two-week January course will encourage students to explore the role that an understanding of Christian ministry can play in the creation of a world which nurtures children.
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Course information
Topics of study for the 2010 course include:
- Children’s Rights in International Law
- The United Nations Millennium Development Goals
- Children and Globalization
- Children in Armed Conflict
- Child Refugees and Displacement
During the two-week course at the United Nations, students will learn about the impact of global changes on children, developing theological lenses through which to better examine the experiences of some of the world’s most vulnerable citizens. Through conversations with each other and members of the U.N. and faith communities, students will be introduced to efforts by the international community and the church to address the problems faced by children.
In addition to class time spent with external speakers and facilitators, students will analyze a country case study and present their reflections on one of the course themes. A course syllabus with detailed information on readings and assignments will be circulated prior to the beginning of the course.
Course leadership
The January Term course at the United Nations is coordinated by Columbia Theological Seminary and the Presbyterian United Nations Office. Mark Douglas, associate professor of Christian ethics at Columbia Theological Seminary, will lead the course, with support from Presbyterian United Nations Office staff. Members of the United Nations community including diplomats, non-governmental organization representatives and U.N. agency representatives will offer briefings throughout the course. In addition, the course will provide space for significant contributions from the ecumenical and faith-based community at the United Nations.
For information about the course and registration, contact the Presbyterian United Nations Office at (212) 697-4568 or by email. You may also contact Professor Mark Douglas directly.
Course registration and fees
The United Nations January Term course is available to students both as a three-hour credit course and a noncredit course through Columbia Theological Seminary. Though Doctor of Ministry students are given priority, other students are also welcome to apply. The tuition cost for the three-hour credited course is $1,241. For students wishing to audit the course, the tuition cost is $621. For students who do not attend Columbia Theological Seminary, a cross-registration fee of $100 is required.
For all students participating in the course, a program fee of $202.50 is also required. The program fee includes five group meals, administrative fees and a tour of the United Nations headquarters.
Course registration is limited, so please submit your application as soon as possible, and no later than the registration deadline of November 10, 2009. A late fee of $50 will be charged for applications postmarked after the November 10 deadline.
Transportation, accommodations and meals
Housing for students during the January Term has been reserved at a reduced cost with the Eastgate Tower Hotel, located a few blocks from the United Nations. Accommodation costs vary, depending on student preference. Costs can be found on the registration form. For more information about the Eastgate Tower Hotel, visit their Web site.
Transportation and most meal costs are the responsibility of the student. New York is easily accessible by air, train and bus. Three airports serve the New York area, including JFK, La Guardia and Newark International. Upon arrival in New York, several local transportation options are available. Regional train, subway and bus maps are available at the New York Metropolitan Transit Authority Web site.
Inexpensive shuttles are also available for transport between the city and the three major airports. For more information on transportation, contact the Presbyterian United Nations Office at (212) 697-4568 or by email.
Interested? Register today!
- Download and complete the registration form.
- For non-Columbia Theological Seminary students, check with your seminary about cross-registration fees and requirements. A $100 cross-registration fee is payable to Columbia Theological Seminary.
- Mail completed application form and payment before November 10, 2009, to:
Registrar
Columbia Theological Seminary
P.O. Box 520
Decatur, GA 30031
Fax: (404) 687-4574
For more information, contact Jessica Hawkinson or Ricky Velez-Negron at (212) 697-4568 or by email.
Updates about the course will be added online as January approaches.
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