The School of Theology

Grow in understanding of the Christian faith

In the words of Saint Paul, the aim of The School of Theology is “[…] to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until all of us come to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to maturity, to the measure of the full stature of Christ.” (Ephesians 4.12-13)

Find a welcoming space to pursue and deepen one’s spiritual awareness, receive assistance with the interpretation of the Scriptures, have plenty of room to grow in moral sensibility and character, and gain a genuine appreciation of the Anglican tradition.

Introduction to Thorneloe University

Thorneloe University was founded by the Synod of the Anglican Diocese of Algoma as a church-related university in the Laurentian University Federation, to be based in Sudbury and primarily to serve Northern Ontario. It received its university charter from the government of Ontario in 1961, and taught within the Laurentian Federation from 1963-2021,

In its Charter, Thorneloe is described as a “Christian school of learning.” Its objectives and purposes are:

1. the advancement of learning and the dissemination of knowledge; and
2. the intellectual, social, moral, and physical development and the betterment of society.

Thorneloe is a member of the Colleges and Universities of the Anglican Communion, a world-wide association of Anglican colleges and universities of higher education. See https://cuac.anglicancommunion.org/   It is part of the network of Anglican Universities in Canada, and is part of the Ontario (ecclesiastical) Provincial Consultation on Theological Education.

Thorneloe also operates a residence on the Laurentian campus, which can accommodate 58 men and women in single rooms. Thorneloe welcomes students who wish to be a part of a family-like community, and who are willing to contribute to building a quiet, congenial atmosphere of study and recreation.

Thorneloe University has the only freestanding chapel on the Laurentian campus. Built in 1968 as a memorial to George Parker Fielding and Agnes Ceasar Fielding, St Mark’s Chapel comprises a series of progressively larger triangular walls suggesting a rising spirit, which culminates over the altar. The quiet interior is adorned with several unique icons, created by Canadian iconologist Michael O’Brien of Ottawa.

The School of Theology

While the core courses in the Thorneloe curriculum are designed with students coming from the Anglican tradition in mind, many of our students come from other church  backgrounds. Flexible course assignments allow students to become engaged in topics that are relevant to almost any church context.

With the exception of occasional courses taught via Zoom or other platforms, THEO courses are offered at a distance.

Credentials and course credits from THEO have been recognized by other educational institutions, including Wycliffe College and Trinity College in Toronto (see Appendix), and by ecclesiastical bodies responsible for licensing lay and ordained ministry. However, the program is also intended for people who wish to gain a basic theological education. Please note that recognition of Thorneloe credits and degrees as a prerequisite for lay and ordained ministry rests with diocesan bishops or other church leadership, not Thorneloe.

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Academic Handbook

Theology Handbook rev 2023

Program options Include:

• Certificate in Theology
• Certificate for Anglican Lay Ministry (C.A.L.M.)
• Diploma in Theology (Dip.Th.) Program
• Bachelor of Theology
• Non-degree (N.D.) Studies

Courses in 2022-2023:

Academic Time-table, 2022-2023:

Academic Time-table, 2022-2023 (PDF)

Certificate for Anglican Lay Ministry (C.A.L.M.)

Description

The C.A.L.M. program is designed for Anglicans who seek to increase their knowledge of the Christian faith in order to enhance, or to  discern more fully, a vocation to lay ministry (e.g. lay readers, wardens, lay visitors, Eucharistic assistants, musicians, etc.).

The C.A.L.M. program introduces learners to core theological subjects with an accent on the Anglican tradition. The program culminates with a  supervised off- site Field Education.

The C.A.L.M. program is the equivalent of one half-year of full-time university study, but generally takes one to two years of part time study to complete; it must be completed within five years.

Admission

In order to be admitted into the C.A.L.M. Program, applicants are to:

(1) submit a completed application form (found at http://www.thorneloe.ca/theology and click on “Forms and Fees”);

(2) submit a 200 to 400-word essay expressing the applicant’s reasons and objectives in pursuing theological education;

(3) have official transcripts sent from any post-secondary institutions in which the applicant has been a student;

(4) provide a letter of support from the applicant’s diocese or home parish.

(5) remit payment of the $40 administrative fee.

Requirements

The completion of fifteen credits (the equivalent of five courses) is required for the C.A.L.M.

The program begins with a (non-credit) two-hour Foundations seminar to assist the learner in integrating the insights of theology with formation for lay ministry.

Required Courses (15 credits total)

THEO 1010 – Introduction to the Bible (3 cr)

THEO 1200 – Introduction to Christian Theology (3 cr)

THEO 2150 – Anglican Liturgy (3 cr)

THEO 3400 – Anglicanism (3 cr)

THEO 3650 – Supervised Off-Site Field Education  (3 cr)

The course THEO 1010 (Introduction to the Bible) is offered each year and should be completed first. In general, the course THEO 3650 (Supervised Parish Placement) should be taken last.

Transfer Credits from Other Institutions

No courses from other institutions will be considered for transfer credit to the Certificate in Theology program.

With the exception of THEO 1010 and 1200, no courses will be considered for transfer credit to the C.A.L.M. program.

Course Delivery

THEO courses are usually conducted by correspondence, with prescribed books and manuals. They may also be taught synchronously by Zoom or on other platforms.

Each course in the C.A.L.M. program is to be completed within a single academic term (Fall– September to December; Winter–January to April; Spring–May to August).

All THEO courses require a variety of written assignments and a final examination or summative exercise. Students are encouraged to submit their assignments online.

Diploma in Theology (Dip.Th.) Program

Description

The Dip.Th. program is designed for students who seek to increase their knowledge of the Christian faith. The program is the equivalent of one year of full-time university study, but generally takes several years of part-time study to complete.

Admission

In order to be admitted into the Dip.Th. program, applicants are to do the following: (1) submit a completed application form (found at http://www.thorneloe.ca/theology and click on “Forms and Fees”); (2) submit a 200 to 400-word essay that concerns the applicant’s reasons and objectives in pursuing theological education; (3) have official transcripts sent from any post-secondary institutions in which the applicant has been a student; and (4) remit payment of the $40 admission fee.

Requirements

The successful completion of thirty credits (the equivalent of ten courses) is required for the Dip.Th. The ten courses include the five required THEO 1000-level courses and an additional five courses from Thorneloe University that are listed in this handbook. Introduction to the Old Testament (THEO 1030) and Introduction to the New Testament (THEO 1070) are offered each year, and generally should be completed first. The five 1000-level courses should be completed before other courses are taken.

Transfer Credits from Other Institutions

Subject to approval, a maximum of six transfer-credits in theology may be credited towards the Dip.Th. Only those courses in which a grade of B-/60% or higher has been achieved will be considered for transfer credit.

THEO courses are normally offered at a distance.

Each course in the Dip.Th. program is to be completed within a single academic term, be it in the Fall (September to December), Winter (January to April) or Fall/Winter (September to April), or Spring (May to August).  THEO courses require a variety of written assignments and a final examination. THEO courses are conducted by correspondence, with prescribed books and manuals. Although it is not mandatory, students are encouraged to submit their assignments by email.

Course of Study

30 credits as follows:

Required Courses (15 credits total)

THEO 1030 – Introduction to the Old Testament (3 cr, required)

THEO 1070 – Introduction to the New Testament (3 cr, required)

THEO 1150 – Introduction to Christian Worship (3 cr, required)

THEO 1200 – Introduction to Christian Theology (3 cr, required)

THEO 1440 – Introduction to the Post-Apostolic Church (3 cr, required)

Electives (15 credits total)

Elective courses are normally taken after completion of the required courses, except when permitted by the Director of the School of Theology.

Electives for Credit in the Dip.Th.

THEO 2030 – Genesis (3 cr)

THEO 2136 – Christian Thought and Culture I (3 cr)

THEO 2137 – Christian Thought and Culture II (3 cr)

THEO 2150 – Anglican Worship (3 cr)

THEO 2160 – Seeking the Historical Jesus (3 cr)

THEO 2218 –  Religion and Violence (3 cr)

THEO 2340 –  Science and Religion (3 cr)

THEO 2410 – Christianity in Canada (3 cr)

THEO 2710 – Christian Ethics (3 cr)

THEO 3250 –  Apocalyptic Theology in the Later New Testament

THEO 3400 – Anglicanism (3 cr)

THEO 3440 – The Church in the Modern Era (3 cr)

THEO 3500 – Spirituality as Relationship (3 cr)

THEO 3900 – Special Topics in Theology (3 cr)

Other electives towards the Dip.Th. may be taken at other theological institutions with the

approval of the Director of the School of Theology.

Bachelor of Theology

Rational: The last revision to the programs of the School of Theology was made in 2015, and is reflected in the current 2015 Academic Handbook.

Since 2015 two areas of concern have prompted fresh revisions to the programs of the School of Theology at Thorneloe University.

The first concern is the changing nature of the student body.  The 2015 Academic Handbook identifies the Bachelor of Theology program as appropriate for those pursuing training in theology, professional development, or those preparing for a Master’s degree in Theology or Divinity.  Such students remain foundational to the Thorneloe B.Th. However, it is evident that other students come to the School of Theology and enrol in the B.Th. program  in order to prepare for lay and ordained ministries. The current revision seeks to meet the needs of both student populations. In a similar way, the 2021-2022 revision of the Certificate in Anglican Lay Leadership (C.A.L.L.) led to two new certificates: one is a more intentional preparation for Anglican lay ministry, which has become the Certificate in Anglican Lay Ministry (C.A.L.M.). The new Certificate in Theology (CinT)  is intended for those who seek to explore the basics of Christian theology.

The proposed revisions of Thorneloe’s baccalaureate program follow the same trajectory as the two certificates: a B.Th. (Pastoral) that intentionally prepares candidates for ministry in the Anglican Church of Canada, and a second B.Th. for those who seek to explore the breadth and depth of Christian theology as an end in itself, or as preparation for further graduate work in theology.

Accordingly, like the two different admissions processes for  the C.A.L.M. and the CinT, this revision outlines two distinct admissions processes for the Pastoral and Academic B.Th. programs. Further, the Pastoral B.Th. also engages the learners’ diocese or relevant church bodies.

Another reason for revisions at this time stems from Laurentian University’s decision to end its agreements with its federated universities in 2021.  The immediate effect was the loss of the elective courses taught within the Joint Department of Religious Studies, shared by Thorneloe, the University of Sudbury and Huntington University. Already a number of Thorneloe’s own RLST courses have been transformed into THEO courses, and that trend must continue with some haste.

Thorneloe also recognises that our learners’ needs may well be met by taking elective courses at other theological schools or other relevant institutions, e.g. around Indigenous Studies.  The proposed revisions encourage and support our students who wish to take credits from other recognised institutions.

There is no need at this time to revise the Diploma in Theology, other than to reflect the current THEO elective courses.

A.    Bachelor of Theology (Pastoral)

Description

The B.Th. (Pastoral) is a 90-credit undergraduate program intended primarily for students who are pursuing training for lay and ordained ministry. It is designed to be undertaken largely by distance-education and usually part-time, although full or near full-time studies are possible. The B.Th. (Pastoral) is the equivalent of three years of full-time university study, but generally takes several years of part-time study to complete.

Admission

In order to be admitted into the Bachelor of Theology (Pastoral) program, applicants are to do the following:

1. Submit a completed application form (found at http://www.thorneloe.ca/theology and click on “Forms and Fees”);
2. Submit a 200- to 400-word essay that expresses the applicant’s motivation and objectives in pursuing theological education for ministry, followed by an interview (in-person, telephone, Zoom, etc.) with the Director and an instructor in the School of Theology.
3. Have official transcripts sent to the Registrar of the School of Theology from any post-secondary institutions in which the applicant has been a student (if applicable);
4. Anglican candidates submit a letter of support from their respective diocese. Candidates from other church traditions will submit a letter of support from the appropriate adjudicatory person or body of their church.
5. A candidate for ordained ministry will secure from their diocese or church-tradition a mentor who will follow the learner for at least  the final two years of candidates program at Thorneloe.
6. Remit payment of the $40 admission fee.

Transfer Credits from Other Institutions

Subject to approval by the Director of the School of Theology, a maximum of 30 credits from other institutions may be credited towards the B.Th., including required courses. Only those courses in which a grade of B-/60% or higher has been achieved, will be considered for transfer credit.

Diploma in Theology

Students in the B.Th. (Pastoral) program who have met all the requirements of the Diploma in Theology (Dip.Th.) may apply to receive the Diploma during the course of their B.Th. studies (see pp. 10-11) for the Dip.Th. requirements).

N.B. Students admitted to the B.Th. program prior to the 2023-24 academic year, and who intend to graduate with the B.Th. (Pastoral), will need to consult with the Director of the School of Theology.

Course of Study

The B.Th. (Pastoral) is a 90-credit program that seeks to integrate academic and pastoral theology. It includes 45 required credits. All core THEO 1000-level courses are normally offered at least once every calendar year. Introduction to the Old Testament (THEO 1030), Introduction to the New Testament (THEO 1070) and Introduction to Christian Theology (THEO 1200) generally should be completed first. The remaining THEO 1000-level courses should be completed before other courses are taken.

It is recommended that the sequence of the remaining courses be determined in consultation with the Director of the School of Theology.

With the exception of occasional in-class intensive courses in the summer, Pastoral Placement courses, and occasional classes taught through Zoom, THEO courses are offered at a distance, and are conducted by correspondence, with prescribed books and manuals. THEO courses require a variety of written assignments and a final evaluation. When possible, students are encouraged to submit their assignments by email.

Each course in the B.Th. (Pastoral) program is to be completed within a single academic term, be it in the Fall  (September to December), the Winter (January to April), Fall/Winter (September to April), or Spring (May to July).

90-credits to be taken from the following courses. The 45 required credit courses are indicated in bold; the 45 elective courses are indicated in normal font.

OT – Old Testament – minimal 6 credits total from:

THEO 1010 – Introduction to the Bible (3 cr, required)

THEO 1030 – Introduction to the Old Testament (3 cr, required)

THEO 2030 – Genesis (3 cr)

THEO XXXX – The Prophets of Israel (3 cr)

THEO XXXX – Wisdom Literature (3 cr)

NT – New Testament – minimal 6 credits total from:

THEO 1070 – Intro. to the New Testament (3 cr, required)

THEO 2160 – Seeking the Historical Jesus (3 cr)

THEO XXXX – The Fourth Gospel (3 cr)

THEO XXXX – The Pauline Letters in the New Testament (3 cr)

THEO 3250 –  Apocalyptic Theology in the Later New Testament (3 cr)

THEO XXXX – Mark’s Gospel (3 cr)

CW – Christian Worship – minimal 6 credits total:

THEO 1150  – Introduction to Christian Liturgy (3 cr, required)

THEO 2150 – Anglican Liturgy (3 cr, required)

THEO 2151/2152/2153 – Preaching  (1cr + 1 cr+ 1 cr+ [= 3cr], required)

CT – Christian Theology  – minimal 12 credits total from

THEO 1200 –  Introduction to Christian Theology (3 cr, required)

THEO 3400 – Anglicanism (3 cr, required)

THEO 3800 – Integrating Theology (6 cr, required)

THEO 2136 – Christian Thought and Culture I (3 cr)

THEO 2137 – Christian Thought and Culture II (3 cr)

CH – Church History  – minimal 6 credits total from:

THEO 1440  – Introduction to the Post-Apostolic Church (3 cr, required)

THEO 2410 – Christianity in Canada (3 cr)

THEO 3440 – The Church in the Modern Era (3 cr)

THEO 3440 – The Church in the Modern Era (3 cr)

CE – Christian Ethics – 3 credits total

THEO 2710 – Christian Ethics (3 cr, required)

PS – Pastoral Studies – 15 credits total

THEO 3500 – Spirituality as Relationship (3 cr, required)

THEO 3600  – Off-site Pastoral Reflection I (3 cr, required; with instructor’s permission)

       THEO 3610 –  Off-site Pastoral Reflection II (3 cr, required; with instructor’s permission)

       THEO 3650 –  Off-site Pastoral Reflection III (3 cr, required; with instructor’s permission)

THEO 3700 –  Forms of Ministry (6 cr, required)

Other elective courses:

THEO 2216 – Religion and Violence (3 cr)

THEO 2340 – Science and Religion (3 cr)

THEO 3900 – Special Topics in Theology (3 cr)

THEO XXXX – Future Thorneloe elective courses (3 cr)

Electives towards the B.Th. may be taken at other theological or other relevant institutions with the approval of the Director of the School of Theology.

B: Bachelor of Theology (General)

Description

The B.Th. program is a 90-credit undergraduate program intended primarily for students who are pursuing a basic undergraduate degree in Theology. While it is designed to be undertaken largely by distance-education, and usually part-time,  full or near full-time studies may be possible. The B.Th. program is the equivalent of three years of full-time university study, but generally takes several years of part-time study to complete. This degree is not intended for those preparing for lay or ordained ministries in the Church.

Admission

In order to be admitted into the Bachelor of Theology program, applicants are asked to do the following:

1. Submit a completed application form (found at http://www.thorneloe.ca/theology and click on “Forms and Fees”);
2. Submit a 200- to 400-word essay that expresses the applicant’s motivations and objectives in pursuing theological education;
3. Have official transcripts sent to the Registrar of the School of Theology from any post-secondary institutions in which the applicant has been a student (if applicable); and
4. Remit payment of the $40 admission fee.

Transfer Credits from Other Institutions

Subject to approval by the Director of the School of Theology, a maximum of 30 credits from other institutions may be credited towards the B.Th., including required coursesOnly those courses in which a grade of B-/60% or higher has been achieved, will be considered for transfer credit.

Diploma in Theology

Students in the B.Th. (Academic) program who have met all the requirements of the Diploma in Theology (Dip.Th). may apply to receive the Diploma during the course of their B.Th. studies (see pp. xx  for the Dip.Theo requirements).

N.B. Students admitted to the B.Th. program prior to the 2023-2024 academic year adhere to the regulations of the academic calendar or handbook in effect at the time of admission.

Course of Study

The B.Th. is the equivalent of a three-year (90-credit) program. It includes 30 required credits. All core THEO 1000-level courses are normally offered at least once every calendar year. Introduction to the Old Testament (THEO 1030), Introduction to the New Testament (THEO 1070) and Introduction to Christian Theology (THEO 1200) generally should be completed first. The remaining THEO 1000-level courses should be completed before other courses are taken.

The sequence of the remaining courses to be agreed with the Director of the School of Theology.

With the exception of occasional in-class intensive courses in the summer, and occasional classes taught through Zoom, THEO courses are offered at a distance, and are conducted by correspondence, with prescribed books and manuals. THEO courses require a variety of written assignments and a final evaluation. When possible, students are encouraged to submit their assignments by email.

Each course in the BTh program is to be completed within a single academic term, be it in the Fall  (September to December), the Winter (January to April), Fall/Winter (September to April), or Spring (May to July).

90 credits from the following areas: The 27 required credit courses are in bold; elective courses are in normal font.

OT – Old Testament –  minimal 6 credits total from:

THEO 1010 – Introduction to the Bible (3 cr, required)

THEO 1030 – Introduction to the Old Testament (3 cr, required)

THEO 2030  – Genesis (3 cr)

THEO XXXX – The Prophets of Israel (3 cr)

THEO XXXX – Wisdom Literature (3 cr)

NT – New Testament – minimal 6 credits total from:

THEO 1070 – Intro. to the New Testament (3 cr, required)

THEO 2160 – Seeking the Historical Jesus (3 cr)

THEO XXXX – The Fourth Gospel (3 cr)

THEO XXXX – The Pauline Letters in the New Testament (3 cr)

THEO 3250 –  Apocalyptic Theology in the Later New Testament (3 cr)

THEO XXXX – Mark’s Gospel (3 cr)

CW – Christian Worship – minimal 3 credits total from:

THEO 1150  – Introduction to Christian Liturgy (3 cr, required)

THEO 2150  –  Anglican Liturgy (3 cr)

THEO 21XX/21XX/21XX – Preaching  (3 cr)

CT – Christian Theology – minimal 9 credits total from

THEO 1200 – Introduction to Christian Theology (3 cr, required)

THEO 3800 – Integrating Theology (6 cr, required)

THEO 2136 – Christian Thought and Culture I (3 cr)

THEO 2137 –  Christian Thought and Culture II (3 cr)

CH – Church History –  minimal 6 credits total from:

THEO 1440  – Introduction to the Post-Apostolic Church (3 cr, required)

THEO 2410 – Christianity in Canada (3 cr)

THEO 3400 – Anglicanism (3 cr)

THEO 3440 – The Church in the Modern Era (3 cr)

CE – Christian Ethics  – 3 credits total

THEO 2710 – Christian Ethics (3 cr, required)

Other elective courses:

THEO 2218 – Religion and Violence (3 cr)

THEO 2340 – Science and Religion (3 cr)

THEO 3900 – Special Topics in Theology (3 cr)

THEO 3700 – Forms of Ministry (6 cr)

THEO 4000 – An undergraduate thesis.  An in-depth study of a particular area of study  approved by the Director of the School of Theology and the appropriate adviser. (9 cr)

It is encouraged that other electives towards the B.Th. according to the student’s interest be taken at other theological institutions with the consent  of the Director of the School of Theology.

Non-Degree (N.D.) Studies

Description

Individuals who wish to take specific THEO courses without first being admitted to either the Certificate in Theology,  C.A.L.M., Dip.Th., or the B.Th. programs may do so. Students may wish to register for THEO courses for general interest, or to earn credits that may be used towards a similar degree or diploma at another institution on a formal Letter of Permission. Such individuals will have “Non-Degree” status at the School of Theology.

Admission

In order to be admitted as a Non-Degree Student, applicants are to do the following: (1) submit a completed application form (found at http://www.thorneloe.ca/theology and click on “Forms and Fees”); (2) submit a 200 to 400-word essay that concerns the applicant’s reasons and objectives in pursuing theological education OR provide an Official Letter of Permission from their Institution; (3) have official transcripts sent to the Registrar of the School of Theology from any post-secondary institutions in which the applicant has been a student; and (4) remit payment of the $30 admission fee.

Registration

To register for a THEO course as a Non-Degree Student, complete the “Course Registration” form and the “Fees Invoice” (found at http://www.thorneloe.ca/theology and click on “Forms and Fees”). Submit them to Thorneloe with payment included.

Course materials are sent out no earlier than two weeks before the beginning of each term, and only once the completed forms and invoice have been received. Please see the Course Registration Form for registration and payment deadlines. Grades will not be issued until all fees are paid in full.

With the exception of in-class, intensive courses in the summer, all THEO courses are offered at a distance.

Theology

All THEO courses are offered by correspondence, with the exception of THEO 3900 during the summer session.
Full course descriptions follow this list.

THEO 1010 – Introduction to the Bible (3 credits, C.A.L.L. only)
THEO 1030 – Introduction to the Old Testament (3 credits)
THEO 1070 – Introduction to the New Testament (3 credits)
THEO 1150 – Introduction to Christian Worship (3 credits)
THEO 1200 – Introduction to Christian Theology (3 credits)
THEO 1440 – Introduction to the Post-Apostolic Church (3 credits)
THEO 2030 – Genesis (3 credits)
THEO 2160 – Seeking the Historical Jesus (3 credits)
THEO 2216 – Religion and Violence (3 credits)
THEO 2340 – Science and Religion (3 credits)
THEO 2410 – Christianity in Canada (3 credits)
THEO 2710 – Christian Ethics (3 credits)
THEO 3250 – Apocalyptic Theology in the Later New Testament (3 credit)
THEO 3400 – Anglicanism (3 credits)
THEO 3440 – The Church in the Modern Era (3 credits)
THEO 3500 – Spirituality as Relationship (3 credits)
THEO 3600 – Supervised Field Placement I (3 credits)
THEO 3610 – Supervised Field Placement II (3 credits)
THEO 3650 – Supervised Parish Placement (3 credits)
THEO 3700 – Forms of Ministry (6 credits)
THEO 3800 – Integrating Theology (6 credits)
THEO 3850 – Supervised Pastoral Education (CASC) (12 credits)
THEO 3900 – Special Topics in Theology (3 credits)

Course Descriptions and Textbooks

N.B. THEO courses cannot be used for credit towards any degree offered by Laurentian University.

You are encouraged to purchase your textbooks from one of the following sellers:

Augsburg Fortress Canada

• Online store
• Physical stores in Toronto & Kitchener, Ontario

Tynedale Bookstore

• Online store
• Physical store in North York, Ontario

Regent Bookstore

• Online store
• Physical store in Vancouver, BC

Abe Books Canada

• Online store only
• Great service

Book Depository

• Online store only
• Used by many university students for textbooks

THEO 1010: INTRODUCTION TO THE BIBLE (3 credits)
This course concerns introductory issues such as the authorship, history and canonization of the Bible, including both the Old and New Testaments and the Apocrypha. (NORMALLY OPEN TO C.A.L.L. STUDENTS ONLY)

Required Textbook:

• John K. Riches. The Bible: a very short introduction. Oxford University Press, 1984. ISBN: 978-0192-85343-1

Recommended Textbook:

• Any annotated Bible (not paraphrased), e.g.: HarperCollins Study Bible (NRSV), NIV Study Bible, New Annotated Oxford Bible

THEO 1030: INTRODUCTION TO THE OLD TESTAMENT (3 credits)
This course concerns introductory issues such as the essential contents of the Old Testament, the historical and cultural settings of Old Testament literature, the different types of Old Testament literature, the scientific methods of exploring the Old Testament, and the literary and theological interpretation of the Old Testament.

Required Textbook:

• Lawrence Boadt. Reading the Old Testament: an introduction, 2nd ed. Paulist Press, 2012. ISBN: 978-0-8091-4780-9
• Any annotated Bible (not paraphrased), e.g.: HarperCollins Study Bible (NRSV), NIV Study Bible, New Annotated Oxford Bible

THEO 1070: INTRODUCTION TO THE NEW TESTAMENT (3 credits)
This course concerns introductory issues such as the essential contents of the New Testament, the historical and cultural settings of New Testament literature, the different types of New Testament literature, the scientific methods of exploring the New Testament, and the literary and theological interpretation of the New Testament.

Required Textbooks:

• Paul J. Achtemeier, et al. Introducing the New Testament: Its Literature and Theology. Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing, 2001. ISBN: 978-0-8028-3717-2
• Any annotated Bible (not paraphrased), e.g.: HarperCollins Study Bible (NRSV), NIV Study Bible, New Annotated Oxford Bible

THEO 1150: INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN WORSHIP (3 credits)
A biblical, historical, theological, and thematic introduction to Christian worship.

Required Textbooks:

• James F. Caccamo, et al. Living Worship: A Multimedia Resource for Students and Leaders. Brazos Press (Baker Publishing), 2010.
• James F. White. Introduction to Christian Worship. Abingdon Press, 2000. ISBN: 978-0-6870-9109-6
• James F. White. A Brief History of Christian Worship. Abingdon Press, 2010. ISBN: 978-1-4267-1566-2
• Book of Common Prayer (Canada). 1959 & 1962. Available online (only 1962 is online here).
• The Book of Alternative Services. 1985. Available online.

Books for THEO 1150 can be found at booksforchrist.com

THEO 1200: INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY (3 credits)
A foundational course that considers the nature of divine revelation, the nature of tradition, and the fundamental doctrines of theology, Christology, soteriology, ecclesiology, and eschatology.

Required Textbook:

• Alister E. McGrath, Christian Theology: An Introduction, 6th ed., Wiley-Blackwell, 2016, 520pp. ISBN: 978-1-11-886957-4

THEO 1440: INTRODUCTION TO THE POST-APOSTOLIC CHURCH (3 credits)
A study of the evolution of the Church, its theological controversies, its central personalities, and its relationship to the Roman Empire in the first five centuries.

Required Textbook:

• Henry Chadwick. The Early Church. Penguin, 1993. ISBN: 0-14-023199-4

Recommended Textbook:

• Thomas Weinandy. Jesus the Christ. Our Sunday Visitor, 2003. ISBN: 1-93-1470968-8

THEO 2030: GENESIS (3 credits)
This course will introduce the student to the Book of Genesis. In addition to reviewing the compositional development and contents of this book, such topics as its historical background, literary style, particular theology, and its programmatic nature for the Christian faith will be addressed.

Required Textbook:

• David W. Cotter. Genesis. The Liturgical Press, 2003. ISBN: 978-0-8146-5040-0
• Any annotated Bible (not paraphrased), e.g.: HarperCollins Study Bible (NRSV), NIV Study Bible, New Annotated Oxford Bible

THEO 2160: SEEKING THE HISTORICAL JESUS (3 credits)
An introduction to the ‘search for the historical Jesus’ by means of a careful analysis of the canonical Gospels and consideration of extra-biblical sources.

Required Textbooks:

• Burton Throckmorton. Gospel Parallels: NRSV Edition. Nelson, 1992. ISBN: 0-84-077484-2
• Gerd Theissen and Annette Merz. The Historical Jesus. A Comprehensive Guide. (trans. John Bowden). SCM Press, London, 1998. ISBN: 0-80-063122-6

THEO 2216: RELIGION AND VIOLENCE (3 credits)
The course will explore the relationship between religion and violence through an examination
of four types of texts: (1) primary texts from the world’s principal religious traditions, (2) a
historical text documenting actual religious violence, (3) works that address the contemporary
debate about the role of the Abrahamic traditions in inciting religious and political violence, and
(4) theoretical works that attempt to explain the relationship between religion and violence
philosophically.

The following textbooks are required and must be purchased or borrowed from a library:

• Princeton Readings in Religion and Violence, eds. Mark Juergenmeyer & Margo Kitts. Introduction & Chapters 3, 5, 6-8, 10, 11, 13 (pp. 20-25, 29-34, 35-54, 62-74, 82-83)
• Norman Cohen, The Pursuit of the Millennium, Chapters 1, 3-5 (pp. 19-36, 53-107).
• Glenn Gray, The Warriors, “Foreword 1970” (pp. xv-xxii)

The following content will be provided:

• Karen Armstrong, On Religion and The History of Violence, IQ2 Talk
• Jean Baudrillard, The Spirit of Terrorism, “The Spirit of Terrorism” (pp 1-34)
• Sam Harris, Letter to A Christian Nation, “Religion, Violence, and the Future of Civilization” (pp. 79-87)

THEO 2340: SCIENCE AND RELIGION (3 credits)
This course examines a variety of issues in science and religion – evolution and creationism, scientific cosmology and God, intelligent design and quantum mechanics, and the ethical implications of science and religion – through a study of several primary texts in the field. It also explores the relevance of scientific methodologies for the examination of human experience and the natural world. In doing so it raises questions about the traditional ways in which science and religion and the relationship between them have been conceived. The point of this study is to reach a more satisfactory understanding of both forms of insight that also sheds some light on the direction of our current technological civilization.

Course Text:

• Science and Religion: Are They Compatible? Ed. Paul Kurtz. New York: Prometheus Books, 2003.

The text is available on Kindle for under $10.00 CDN.

THEO 2410: CHRISTIANITY IN CANADA (3 credits)
A survey of the origin and development of organized Christianity in Canada.

Required Textbook:

• Alan L. Hayes. Anglicans in Canada: Controversies and Identity in Historical Perspective. Chicago: University of Illinois Press, 2004. ISBN: 0-252-02902-x

THEO 2710: CHRISTIAN ETHICS (3 credits)
An exploration of the fundamental concepts of the Christian moral tradition in light of Scripture, tradition, and science.

Required Textbooks:

• Timothy F. Sedgwick, The Christian Moral Life: Practices of Piety, 2nd Edition, Seabury Books, 2008, 176 pp.

THEO 3250: APOCALYPTIC THEOLOGY IN THE LATER NEW TESTAMENT (3 credits)
Scared of Revelation? Looking for the “signs of the times”? Read John’s Apocalypse in the context of the later New Testament and late second-temple Judaism and hear the apostolic call to trust in the God you can’t always see to inherit the great reward of perseverance.

Required Readings:

• Martin, Ralph P., and Peter H. Davids (eds). Dictionary of the Later New Testament and its Developments. Downers Grove: IVP, 1997.
• Kraybill, J. Nelson. Apocalypse and Allegiance. Worship, Politics, and Devotion in the Book of Revelation. Grand Rapids: Brazos, 2010.
• English Bible. At least one modern text and translation of the Bible (excluding KJV, NKJV, ASV, or other derivatives) to be used for all in class reading and assignments.

THEO 3400: ANGLICANISM (3 credits)
A study of the Anglican ethos, its life, history, and worship.

Required Textbook:

• J. Booty, S. Sykes, J. Knight (eds.). The Study of Anglicanism: Revised Edition. Augsburg Fortress Press, 1998. ISBN-13: 9780800631512
  This is a print-on-demand book. Please order from Crux at least two (2) weeks before the course begins.

Recommended Textbooks:

• J.R.H. Moorman. A History of the Church in England, 3rd ed. Morehouse Publishing, 1980. ISBN-13: 9780819214065
• F.L. Cross & E.A. Livingstone (eds.) Oxford Dictionary of the Christian Church. Oxford University Press, 2005. ISBN-13: 978-0-1928-0290-3

THEO 3440: THE CHURCH IN THE MODERN ERA (3 credits)
A study of the life and thought of the Church as it responded to the changes in the modern world that came as a result of the emphasis on human reason and the denial of the supernatural in the 18th century.

Required Textbook:

• The text we will use is Bruce Shelley, Church History in Plain Language, Zondervan. There are now five editions, any will do.

THEO 3500: SPIRITUALITY AS RELATIONSHIP (3 credits)
A study of selected English spiritual classics with some reflection on their relevance to the life of the 21st century Christian.

Required Textbooks:

• Thomas Merton. New Seeds of Contemplation. New Directions Publishing, 2007. ISBN: 978-0811-21724-8
• Simone Weil. Waiting for God. Harper Perennial Modern Classics, 2009. ISBN: 978-0061-71896-0

The following are also available online from the Christian Classics Ethereal Library – http://www.ccel.org

• Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection. Practice of the Presence of God.
• Bernard of Clairvaux. On Loving God.
• Thomas à Kempis. Imitation of Christ.
• Anonymous. Cloud of Unknowning. (N.B. it is recommended that students purchase this text as the online version is written in middle-English.)
• St. Augustine. Confessions.

THEO 3600: SUPERVISED FIELD PLACEMENT I (3 credits)
This course is a practicum for third-year B.Th. students that may be done in various pastoral contexts, such as ministry in a local church or chaplaincy. The course will be adjusted to fit the needs of the individual student, lasting 12 weeks over a period of four months. Students interested in taking this course are to contact the Registrar for further information.

Although it is not a requirement, it is recommended that third-year B.Th. students take THEO 3600.

Prerequisite: Enrollment in the B.Th. program.

THEO 3600, THEO 3610 and THEO 3650 may not be taken concurrently.

THEO 3610: SUPERVISED FIELD PLACEMENT II (3 credits)
B.Th. students who require a more intensive Supervised Field Placement may continue THEO 3600 with this course. The course will be adjusted to fit the needs of the individual student, lasting 12 weeks over a period of four months, immediately following the completion of THEO 3600. Students interested in taking this course are to contact the Registrar for further information.

Prerequisites: Enrollment in the B.Th. program, THEO 3600.

THEO 3600, THEO 3610 and THEO 3650 may not be taken concurrently.

THEO 3650: SUPERVISED PARISH PLACEMENT (3 credits)
This course is a practicum for students in the C.A.L.L. program that may be done in various pastoral contexts, such as lay ministry in a local church. The course will be adjusted to fit the needs of the individual student, lasting 12 weeks over a period of four months. Students interested in taking this course are to contact the Registrar for further information.

Prerequisites: Enrollment in the C.A.L.L. program, THEO 1010, THEO 1150 and THEO 1200

THEO 3600, THEO 3610 and THEO 3650 may not be taken concurrently.

THEO 3700: FORMS OF MINISTRY (6 credits)
This course will give the student an historical and theological overview of ministry as well as introducing them to common forms of ministry in the practice of ministry, such as pastoral, liturgical, educational and community ministries. Some of the theoretical bases for each form will be outlined; and through the readings and journal writing, students will have an opportunity to explore theological issues assumed by each. Skills required for each form of ministry will be identified. Theme papers are written for each section and the development of an overall approach to ministry is the subject of a major paper required at the end of this course.

Required Textbooks (updated June 2022):

• Hauerwas, Stanley, and Samuel Wells, eds. The Blackwell Companion to Christian Ethics. Malden, MA: Blackwell Publishing, 2006.

• Jacobs, Alan. The Book of Common Prayer: A Biography. Princeton University Press, 2019.

• Thornton, Martin. English Spirituality: An Outline of Ascetical Theology According to the English Pastoral Tradition. Eugene, OR: Wipf and Stock, 2012.

• Winner, Lauren F. The Dangers of Christian Practice: On Wayward Gifts, Characteristic Damage, and Sin. Yale University Press, 2018.

THEO 3800: INTEGRATING THEOLOGY (6 credits)
The purpose of this course is to enable students to integrate faith experience and theological studies into an emerging practice of ministry. The keeping of a journal, readings, and supervision through email are employed in this course.

Required textbooks:

• Augustine, Confessions. (Digital edition provided through Perusall)
• Carnes, Natalie. Motherhood:A Confession. Redwood, CA: Stanford University Press, 2020.
• Gonzalez, Justo. The Mestizo Augustine: A Theologian Between Two Cultures. Downers Grove, IL: Inter-Varsity Press, 2016.
• Jennings, Willie James. After Whiteness: An Education in Belonging. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 2020.
• McClendon, James W. Biography as Theology: How Life Stories Can Remake Today’s Theology. Eugene, OR: Wipf and Stock, 2002.
• Additional Course Readings Forde, Gerhard O. “The Preacher.” In Theology is for Proclamation, 57-85. Minneapolis, MN: Fortress Press, 1990. (Provided on Perusall)

THEO 3850: SUPERVISED PASTORAL EDUCATION (CASC) (12 credits)
Supervised Pastoral Education is an experience-based approach to learning ministry, which combines pastoral care with qualified supervision and group reflection. The program is open to clergy, theology students and lay persons with theology training. It aims to assist persons in achieving their full potential for ministry. Programs are offered at facilities throughout Canada, including general and psychiatric hospitals, correctional centres and a variety of other locations. Each centre is connected to a theological college. Teaching supervisors are certified by The Canadian Association for Spiritual Care/ Association Canadienne des Soins Spirituels CASC/ACSS.

During summer months, students are usually involved for eight hours a day, five days a week over 12 weeks. During fall and winter months, students are offered programs on a one or two-day-per-week basis. Courses are offered at Basic and Advanced levels in supervisory and specialist streams. For more information, please visit the CASC Education website.

The student will need to satisfy the requirements of CASC, and have the approval of the Registrar of the School of Theology. To obtain academic credit for the unit, the student’s CASC supervisor will be required to file a report to the Registrar of the School of Theology.

THEO 3900: SPECIAL TOPICS IN THEOLOGY (3 credits)
These are selected three-credit courses on varying topics in Theology, offered over five-day periods in the summer months at one or more locations in Northern Ontario. For more information, contact the Registrar.

The following course schedule is subject to change.

N.B. The following three courses may be taken during any semester in consultation with the Registrar of the School of Theology:

THEO 3600 – Supervised Field Placement I (B.Th.)
THEO 3610 – Supervised Field Placement II (B.Th.)
THEO 3650 – Supervised Parish Placement (C.A.L.L.)

The Faculty Advisor for all three Placement courses is The Rev. Dr GailMarie Henderson.

2020SP

May – July, 2020
Exams: July – August, 2020

THEO 1010 – Introduction to the Bible (The Rev. Dr GailMarie Henderson) – C.A.L.L. students only
THEO 1070 – Introduction to the New Testament (Dr Stephen Black)
THEO 1200 – Introduction to Christian Theology (The Rev. Dr Carolyn Sharp)

2020F

September – December 2020
Exams: December 2020

THEO 1030 Introduction to the Old Testament (David Fuller)
THEO 1440 Post-Apostolic Church (Mark McDermott)
THEO 3440 Modern Church (Mark McDermott)
THEO 3700 Forms of Ministry (Fall) (Ryan Turnball)
THEO 3900 Christianity and Plagues (Ryan Turnball)

2021W

January – April 2021
Exams: April 2021

THEO 1010 Introduction to the Bible (GailMarie Henderson)
THEO1070  Introduction to the NT (Steve Black)
THEO 1150 Introduction to Christian Theology (Carolyn Sharp)
THEO 3400 Anglicanism (TBA)
THEO Genesis (David Fuller)
THEO 3700 Forms of Ministry (Cont’d Winter) (Ryan Turnbull)

2021SP

May 17  – End of August 2021
Exams: July – August, 2021

THEO 2160 Seeking the Historical Jesus (Dr Justin Comber)
THEO 2710 Christian Ethics (Dr Carolyn Sharp)
THEO 3500 Spirituality as Relationship (Dr Gail Marie Henderson)
THEO 2410 Christianity in Canada (Dr Mark McDermott)

2021F

Courses begin the week of September 7th, 2021

THEO 1010 Introduction to the Bible (Dr Gail Marie Henderson)
THEO 1070 Intro to the New Testament (Dr Justin Comber)
THEO 1200 Intro to Christian Theology (TBD)
THEO Genesis (Dr David Fuller)
THEO 2216 Religion and Violence *NEW* (Dr Ron Srigley)
THEO 3400 Anglicanism (Dr Mark McDermott)
THEO 3600 Supervised Field Placement (Dr Gail Marie Henderson)
THEO 3800 Integrating Theology I (Fall/Winter 6 credits) (Professor Ryan Turnbull)

Winter 2022

THEO 1030:Introduction to the Old Testament (3 credits) (Justin Comber)
THEO 1150:Introduction to Christian Worship(3 credits) (John Gibaut)
THEO 1440:Introduction to the Post Apostolic Church(3 credits) (Mark McDermott)
THEO 2340:Science and Religion(3 credits) (Ron Srigley)
THEO 3600:Supervised Field Placement I(3 credits) (GailMarie Henderson)

Spring 2022

THEO 2710:Christian Ethics (3 credits) (Carolyn Sharp)
THEO 3250:Apocalyptic Theology in the Later New Testament (3 credits) (Justin Comber)
THEO 3440:The Church in the Modern Era (3 credits) (Mark McDermott)
THEO 3500:Spirituality as Relationship (3 credits) (GailMarie Henderson)

Fall 2022

THEO 1010: Introduction to the Bible (3cred) ( Dr. GailMarie Henderson)
THEO 1150: Intro to Christian Worship (ZOOM Course; offered in conjunction at Huron College)(3cred) (Dr. John Gibaut)
THEO 1200: Introduction to Christian Theology (3cred) (Dr. Carolyn Sharp)
THEO 2216: Religion and Violence (Dr. Ron Srigley)
THEO 3400: Anglicanism (3cred) (Dr. Mark McDermott)
THEO 3600: Off-site pastoral reflection (Dr. GailMarie Henderson) **Requires permission from instructor**
THEO 3700: Forms of Ministry (Professor Ryan Turnbull)

Winter 2023

THEO 1030: Introduction to the Old Testament (3 credits) (Dr. Justin Comber)
THEO 1070: Introduction to the New Testament (3cred) (Dr Justin Comber)
THEO 1440: Introduction to the Post-Apostolic Church (3 credits) (Dr. Mark McDermott)
THEO 2136: Christian Thought and Culture I (3 credits) (Dr. John Gibaut)
THEO 2710: Christian Ethics (3 credits) (Dr. Carolyn Sharp)
THEO 3500: Spirituality as Relationship (3 credits) (Dr. GailMarie Henderson)
THEO 2340: Science and Religion (3 credits) (Dr. Ron Srigley)
THEO 2150, 2151 and 2153: (tentative course code) NEW preaching/homiletics course (Dr. Gibaut) {will require the successful compilation of a Bible course as prerequisite) [3 micro-credit totalling 3 credits]
THEO 3600: Off-site pastoral reflection (Dr. GailMarie Henderson) **Requires permission from instructor**
THEO 3700: Forms of Ministry (6 credits)  (Professor Ryan Turnbull) CONTINUED

Spring 2023

THEO 2137: Christian Thought and Culture II (3 credits) (Dr. John Gibaut)
THEO 2410: Christianity in Canada (3 credits) (Dr. Mark McDermott)
THEO 3250: Apocalyptic Theology in the Later New Testament (3 credits) (Dr. Justin Comber)
THEO 3600: Off-site pastoral reflection (Dr. GailMarie Henderson) **Requires permission from instructor**
THEO 3440: The Church in the Modern Era (3 credits) (Dr. Mark McDermott)

What program should I take?

This depends a lot on what you want to get out of your theological studies, and somewhat on your own educational background. If you’re looking to test the waters, theologically speaking, or you need to take one of our courses to use for a degree program elsewhere, then Non-Degree Studies is best suited for you.

If you are active in lay ministry (board member, Sunday School teacher, server, etc.) in your parish and want to give yourself a deeper theological understanding of your role, then you might want to consider the Certificate for Anglican Lay Ministry.

The Diploma in Theology is a more intensive program than the Certificate. In the Diocese of Algoma, for example, Parochial Lay Readers who wish to become Diocesan Lay Readers are required to complete the Diploma (or equivalent studies).

If you are looking for an even more intensive theological education, and are interested in pursuing Master’s-level studies in theology or divinity, then you will be interested in the Bachelor of Theology. Please see the Appendix for our agreement with both Wycliffe and Trinity Colleges (Toronto School of Theology).

I want to become an Anglican priest or a deacon. Which program will prepare me?

If you are discerning a call to ordained ministry, as either a deacon or priest, this is a conversation you need to have first with your bishop. If your bishop recommends that you pursue theological studies, Thorneloe will be glad to register you in the BTh Pastoral degree program.

I’ve been admitted…now what?

Congratulations! The next thing to do is to register for one or more courses. Have a look at our course schedule published at http://thorneloe.ca/theology and click on “Course Schedule” to see what is available.

How much does it cost to take a course?

The cost of each of our THEO courses depends on whether it is a 3 or 6 credit course, and whether you are a Canadian resident, and whether you are auditing or taking an in-class course for credit. The current costs are always detailed on the Course Registration Form. N.B. Our tuition fees are approximately 1/3 the cost of equivalent courses at other universities (including Laurentian University) and theological institutions in Canada.

How do I know what courses to take next?

It’s a good idea to start with your required courses. Have a look at the program requirements, published in this Handbook and on the website, to see which courses are required for your program. It’s probably a good idea to begin with Introduction to the Old Testament, Introduction to the New Testament (or Introduction to the Bible if you’re in the Certificate program).

You are strongly advised to be in touch with the Director of the School of Theology, who will be delighted to offer advice and direction.

Because we have a relatively small number of active students, we don’t offer every course in every session. It’s very important that you plan ahead so that you can take the courses you need without having to take too many in a single session.

How many courses can I take at the same time?

This depends on your personal work-life balance, and a bit on how long it’s been since you’ve been involved in formal education. Generally speaking, it’s a good idea to start with just one course in your first session. Most students tend to register for two to three courses each session. There is no maximum number of courses you can take, except for the number offered in any given session.

How much time will I need to spend on my course each week?

You can expect to spend approximately 8-10 hours per week reading, reflecting, researching, and writing for each course.

Can I audit a distance course?

No. All of our distance courses are offered for university credit only.

Will the course(s) I take count for credit at another university or college?

That decision is up to the Registrar of the other institution. If you are in a program elsewhere, please make arrangements with the other institution before registering for one of our theology courses, in order to prevent administrative hassles after the fact. If you are a theology student or graduate here and applying to a program elsewhere, you will need to provide the other institution with your official transcript (see Transcripts). Acceptance of our courses for transfer credits is entirely at the discretion of the Registrar of the other institution.

Can I register for a “THEO” course if I’ve already taken a “TCST” course with the same course number?

Technically, yes, BUT, you cannot retain credit for both. The only exception is with our special topics courses, which all have the number 3900 regardless of the topic.

Where can I buy the textbooks I need for my courses?

There are a number of online booksellers who may also carry the books you will need for your courses.

How and when can I contact my Course Supervisor?

Your course materials will include information on how to contact your Course Supervisor by email or by phone. You will also have several opportunities to join your Course Supervisor and classmates in a telephone conference each session. You are strongly encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to connect.

I’ve submitted an assignment. When should I expect feedback from my course supervisor?

Course supervisors are expected to provide feedback to written assignments within ten working days of receipt.

When and how will I get the final mark for my course?

The final mark for your course will be mailed to you as soon as they have been confirmed. We do our best to have the final marks prepared, confirmed, and mailed within a month of the final

Full-Time Faculty

Part-Time Faculty

School of Theology Forms

All forms are downloadable and printable PDF files.

Admission

• Application for Admission (Fillable PDF) (updated May 18, 2016)

Course Registration

• 2022-2023 (PDF)

Transcript

• Transcript Request Form (Fillable PDF)

Graduation

• Application for Graduation (fillable PDF) Due May 15, annually, for October Convocation

Program Checklists

Print and use these forms to keep track of your own progress through your program.

• Certificate for Anglican Lay Leaders
• Diploma of Theology
• Associate of Theology
• Bachelor of Theology (for students admitted prior to September 2006)
• Bachelor of Theology (for students admitted since September 2006)

School of Theology Fees

as of August 2022

Application for Admission Fee: 

• $50

Course Registration (Canadian Residents):

• Distance (3 credit) – $390
• Distance (6 credit) – $780

Course Registration (non-Canadian Residents):

• Distance (3 credit) – $422 (Canadian Funds)
• Distance (6 credit) – $844 (Canadian Funds)

Late Payment Fee:

• $35 per course

Transcript Requests:

• per transcript requested – $10
• courier surcharge
  • $5 per Ontario recipient
  • $15 per Canadian recipient
  • $30 per US recipient
  • $30 per International recipient
  • fax surcharge – $2 per recipient

Methods of Payment

• Cheque (may be postdated in Canada);
• Money Order / Postal Money Order / Bank Draught;
• Electronic Banking (contact the Thorneloe office for an ID number or use your Laurentian ID number if you have one, and choose “Thorneloe University” as the Payee);
• VISA or MasterCard. Please call Thorneloe University during regular business hours in order to pay with VISA or MasterCard. We do not accept any other credit cards at this time.