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Colombo Theological Seminary
Resources to the Church for the Transformation of Nations
COURSE CATALOGUE
2021
At CTS, we believe that each Christian is uniquely crafted by Christ to glorify God through
a life of service to Him.
We live in challenging and rapidly changing times. These changes are deeply troubling for
many of us. Going deeper into God’s Word helps us to better understand our times and
how we are called to serve in a time like this.
At CTS, you will have the opportunity to be moulded by God’s Word and His Spirit so that
you are better equipped to build others up to fulfil their life-purpose in Christ.
At CTS, you will be encouraged to grow as a disciple of Christ, expand your understanding
of God’s Word and ways, and live out your life as salt and light in this world. And, you will
do so within a learning and vibrant community committed to being crafted for Christ.
We warmly welcome you to CTS in 2021, and count it an honour to be a part of your faith
journey.
‘So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelist, the prophets,
the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service,
so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith
and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature,
attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.’ (Ephesians 4:11-13)
CONTACT INFORMATION Phone contact +94 11 5524257 Website www.cts.lk Registrar Miss Ranmalie Seneviratne registrar@cts.lk Student Accounts Mr Augustin Sebestian augustin@cts.lk Student Scholarships Ms Rochelle Hakel-Ranasinghe rochelle@cts.lk Library Mr Cameron Davey library@cts.lk Information Technology Mr Nirmala Fernando it@cts.lk Practical Ministry Training Mr Kumar Subramaniam kumar@cts.lk Master of Arts Programme Rev Earnest Nadeem ma@cts.lk Academic Dean Rev Ravin Caldera ravin@cts.lk Head of Academic Advancement Dr Mano Emmanuel mano@cts.lk Deputy Principal Dr Prabo Mihindukulasuriya prabo@cts.lk Principal Dr Ivor Poobalan ivor@cts.lk
CONTENTS Page General Information 4 Term 1: January–April Timetable 6 Weekday Courses 7–9 Evening Courses 9 – 11 BTh Seminars 11 Post-Graduate Diploma/Master of Arts Courses 12 Term 2: April–July Timetable 14 Weekday Courses 15 – 16 Evening Courses 17 – 18 Post-Graduate Diploma/Master of Arts Courses 19 Term 3: September–December Timetable 22 Weekday Courses 23 – 24 Evening Courses 24 – 26 Modular Courses 26 Post-Graduate Diploma/Master of Arts Courses 27 Lecturer Profiles 28 – 31 CTS Programmes 32
GENERAL INFORMATION
CTS Courses:
• A typical CTS course is 12 weeks in duration, at a frequency of one class a week.
• Modular courses are intensive courses conducted over 4 full days.
• While most courses have a total of 24 classroom hours, some have a total of 36
classroom hours, or 24 classroom hours + practical work amounting to 12 hours.
Course Delivery
• Onsite: The course is taught at the CTS campus in Kohuwela.
• Online: The course is taught via GoogleMeet or Zoom and course material is made
available on Moodle. You will require a strong internet connection and a digital device.
• Hybrid: The course is taught as a combination of onsite and online. Some weeks your class
will be held at the CTS campus in Kohuwela, while on other weeks it will be taught online.
Your lecturer will inform you of the schedule at the commencement of the course.
Course Fees:
Onsite/Hybrid: Rs 5,000 (2 credits)| Rs 7,500 (3 credits) per course
Online (students in Sri Lanka): Rs 3,500 (2 credits) | Rs 5,000 (3 credits) per course
Online (students outside Sri Lanka): USD 25 (2 credits) | USD 35 (3 credits) per course
*CTS gratefully acknowledges the generous financial gifts of friends-of-the-ministry, which
have made it possible for CTS to provide courses to students at highly subsidised rates.
Students are expected to be good stewards of this special provision.
How to Register for a CTS Course:
Submit your completed registration form online at https://www.cts.lk/online-registration/
or hand over to Student Accounts at CTS Kohuwela. Payments can be made online at
https://www.cts.lk/payment/, via bank transfer, credit card, or in cash.
Please Note: Your place in a class will be reserved only after you have made the full
payment for the course.
Important: Those registering for a course for the first time
must submit a letter of recommendation from your pastor.
Registration Dates and Times:
Registrations for courses in a particular term close on the first day of that term:
Term 1: 4th January 2021
Term 2: 27th April 2021
Term 3: 6th September 2021
In the case of submission of registration forms and settlement of payments at CTS Kohuwela,
you may do so on any working day (Monday to Friday) between 9:00am and 4:30pm.
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Term 1 4 January – 1 April 2021
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TIM E TA BL E : T E R M 1
Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Philippians and Biblical Discipleship Introduction to Models of
Colossians Interpretation Biblical Hebrew II Leadership
Nishika Perera Ivor Poobalan
9:00am–12:30pm 9:00am–12:30pm
Denisa Poobalan Prabo Ivor Poobalan
9:00am–11:15am 9:00am–11:00am 9:00am–12:30pm
Fellowship Hour Chapel
MORNING | Mihindukulasuriya 10:30am–11:30am 10:30am–11:30am
From Corinth Culture, Sharing the Introduction to
AFTERNOON
to Colombo: Ethnicity, and Truth in Love the Old Testament
1 Corinthians Identity
Nathanael Mano Emmanuel Duleep Fernando Earnest Nadeem
3:00pm–5:00pm 3:00pm–5:00pm 3:00pm–5:30pm 9:00am–11:30am
Somanathan
Romans When Two
Become One:
Christian Marriage
Cameron Davey Ted Rubesh
6:00pm–8:00pm 6:00pm–8:30pm
EVENING
Introduction Counselling Introduction to Facts for Faith
to Theology for Addictions Counselling
Mano Emmanuel Robert Silva Earnest Nadeem
6:00pm–8:00pm 6:00pm–8:00pm 6:00pm–8:30pm 6:00pm–8:30pm
Manjula Mathews
Shyara Wickramaratne |
Please note: Published schedules may be adjusted due to unavoidable circumstances. Please check with the Academic Office prior to registration.
Term 1 | 4 January – 1 April 2021
WEEKDAY COURSES
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BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Philippians and Colossians 11 Weeks
ACC ELECTIVE
Paul’s letters to the Philippians and Colossians are Day: Monday
considered his most delightful and encouraging epistles.
Paul uses these two letters to lavishly express his gratitude, Time: 9:00am–11:15am
praise, and commendation to his hearers. He also explains
Commencing: 11th January
the deity of Christ, succinctly and clearly. Studying these
two letters will help you to capture the most essential Credits: 2
doctrinal teaching of Paul as well as to consider how to
apply that teaching meaningfully in your daily living. Lecturer: Denisa Poobalan
BTh|Dip CORE
Discipleship 12 Weeks
ACC ELECTIVE
How to follow the Way of Jesus in the 21st Century Day: Wednesday
Learn what discipleship meant in the 1st century AD, and
effectively apply these principles in the face of challenges Time: 9:00am–12:30pm
today. You will consider models of radical discipleship from Commencing: 6th January
the fields of business, politics, mission, and justice.
Credits: 2
Lecturer: Nishika Perera
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Introduction to Biblical Hebrew II 10 Weeks
Building on Introduction to Biblical Hebrew I, the Day: Thursday
student moves on to advanced grammar, syntax, and the
translation of Hebrew texts. You will become familiar with Time: 9:00am–12:30am
lexical tools and Bible software.
Commencing: 7 January
th
Credits: 2
Lecturer: Ivor Poobalan
BTh|Dip CORE
Sharing the Truth in Love 10 Weeks
ACC ELECTIVE
Evangelism in a Pluralistic Society Day: Thursday
Is Jesus the only way to salvation? Can we proclaim such
an ‘exclusive’ and ‘offensive’ message among people of Time: 3:00pm–5:30pm
other religions and lifestyles? This course will take you to
Commencing: 7th January
the heart of the gospel and will equip you to effectively
share Christ within your circles of influence. Credits: 2
Lecturer: Duleep Fernando
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Term 1 | 4 January – 1 April 2021
WEEKDAY COURSES
ONSITE
BTh|Dip CORE
Introduction to the Old Testament 10 Weeks
ACC ELECTIVE
For those to whom the Old Testament seems difficult to
Day: Friday
grasp, this course will help you gain an overview of each
book of the Old Testament in terms of its authorship, Time: 9:00am–11:30am
message, structure, main themes, and historical context. It
Commencing: 8th January
will help you appreciate and enjoy the diverse books that
make up the Bible Jesus read. Credits: 2
Lecturer: Earnest Nadeem
Term 1 | 4 January – 1 April 2021
WEEKDAY COURSES
ONLINE
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
From Corinth to Colombo 12 Weeks
ACC ELECTIVE
The First Letter to the Corinthians Day: Tuesday
From Corinth to Colombo explores the book of
I Corinthians with the intent of applying the solutions to Time: 3:00pm–5:00pm
the problems of the Church in Corinth to contemporary Commencing: 5th January
urban Christianity. Topics such as divisions in the church,
lawsuits among believers, church discipline, divorce, Credits: 2
Christian liberty, and spiritual gifts will be addressed. Lecturer: Nathanael
Somanathan
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Culture, Ethnicity, and Identity 12 Weeks
ACC ELECTIVE
We all identify ourselves by various ‘identity markers’ Day: Wednesday
including our gender and ethnicity. We are shaped by our
culture and what others say we ought to be. This course Time: 3:00pm–5:00pm
explores these identity markers, how we should think
Commencing: 6th January
Christianly about who we are and embrace all we were
meant to be in Christ, and how we must relate to others Credits: 2
who are different.
Lecturer: Mano Emmanuel
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Term 1 | 4 January – 1 April 2021
WEEKDAY COURSES
HYBRID
BTh|Dip CORE
Biblical Interpretation 12 Weeks
ACC ELECTIVE
Christians believe the Bible is God’s enduring word to Day: Tuesday
every generation. Yet, interpreting the Bible so that we
‘rightly handle the word of truth’ is a challenge. Biblical Time: 9:00am–11:00am
Interpretation looks at the different kinds of literature in Commencing: 5th January
the Bible including poetry, prophecy, story, and law and
gives students principles for interpretation. Credits: 2
Lecturer: Prabo
Mihindukulasuriya
Term 1 | 4 January – 1 April 2021
EVENING COURSES
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BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Counselling for Addictions 12 Weeks
ACC ELECTIVE
Addictions of various kinds are highly prevalent today.
Day: Wednesday
Many of us have witnessed the pain and helplessness, or
the denial, of those who find themselves totally dependent Time: 6:00pm–8:00pm
on a substance or some addictive behaviour that threatens
Commencing: 6th January
to destroy them and hurt their relationships. This course
will help you to understand the causes and recognise the Credits: 2
symptoms of addictive behaviours, and introduce you to
various treatment strategies. Lecturer: Robert Silva
9
Term 1 | 4 January – 1 April 2021
EVENING COURSES
ONLINE
BTh|Dip CORE
Introduction to Theology 12 Weeks
ACC CORE
We all know what we believe . . . or do we? Ever tried
Day: Tuesday
to explain Christian beliefs to someone and ended up
tongue-tied or confused? Introduction to Theology will Time: 6:00pm–8:00pm
help you clarify your own beliefs and explain your faith to
others with confidence. The lecturer is the author of the Commencing: 5th January
course text To Faith Add Understanding. Credits: 2
Lecturer: Mano Emmanuel
BTh CORE
Romans 12 Weeks
Dip ELECTIVE
Reading Romans deeply transformed the lives of Day: Wednesday
ACC ELECTIVE
Augustine, Martin Luther, John Wesley, and Karl Barth.
In it, Paul unfolds God’s redemptive plan for Israel, the Time: 6:00pm–8:00pm
nations, and all creation. You will understand how God
Commencing: 6th January
accomplishes both His love and justice by the cross of
Christ, and what this means for daily living. Be warned: Credits: 2
studying it could change your life, too!
Lecturer: Cameron Davey
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
When Two Become One 10 Weeks
ACC ELECTIVE
Marriage from a Christian Perspective Day: Thursday
Marriage constitutes one of the most significant
decisions of a Christian’s life. This course will help you Time: 6:00pm–8:30pm
gain a biblical perspective on marriage, and address
several related topics such as courtship, roles and Commencing: 7th January
responsibilities, friendship in marriage, and sex within
marriage. It will also address some of the challenges, such as Credits: 2
managing finances, childlessness, an abusive spouse,
Lecturer: Ted Rubesh
infidelity, and divorce.
BTh|Dip CORE
Introduction to Counselling 10 Weeks
ACC CORE
Meeting people with psychological and emotional needs Day: Thursday
is an everyday experience. How can a Christian be Time: 6:00pm–8:30pm
equipped to be a people-helper? Learn the biblical basis
Commencing: 7th January
for counselling and be introduced to basic skills to help
people on their way to wholeness. Credits: 2
Lecturers:
Shyara Wickramaratne
Note: This course is a pre-requisite for some counselling courses Manjula Mathews
10Term 1 | 4 January – 1 April 2021
EVENING COURSES
ONLINE
10 Weeks BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Facts for Faith ACC ELECTIVE
Apologetics Day: Friday
Why do we believe what we believe? In this course
you will explore the factual elements that anchor Time: 6:00pm–8:30pm
Christianity in world history and grow in your
Commencing: 8th January
understanding of its key tenets. You will also learn how
to use an apologetics approach to effectively present Credits: 2
your faith to others as well as to recognise and correct
misconceptions and false teachings about Christianity. Lecturer: Earnest Nadeem
Term 1 | 4 January – 1 April 2021
BTH SEMINARS
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The BTh seminars are designed for those registered on the BTh or PGDip/MA programmes.
The classroom format will strike a balance between lecture and seminar. Students will
write papers for discussion based on wider reading and research.
Registration is open to students who are on the BTh programme and have completed 60
credits, and to those on the PGDip/MA programme. Students with a degree or higher
diploma are also welcome.
BTh CORE
Models of Leadership 10 Weeks
Discover the liberating truth that leadership comes in Day: Friday
a variety of styles. There are visionary leaders,
managing leaders, shepherding leaders, team-building Time: 9:00am–12:30pm
leaders, and entrepreneurial leaders, to name a few. How
Commencing: 8th January
can you discover your unique leadership style? Why are
other leadership styles important for your team? How can Credits: 3
diverse leaders work together for the good of those they
serve? Come, explore these issues in Models of Leadership. Lecturer: Ivor Poobalan
11Term 1 | 4 January – 1 April 2021
POST-GRADUATE DIPLOMA/ MASTER OF ARTS
ONLINE
Note: First-time students are advised to contact the MA Coordinator prior to registration.
BIBLICAL STUDIES
The Use of the Old Testament
in the New Testament 12 Sessions
An examination of the various ways the Old
Testament is used in the New. Not only will we examine Lecturer: Darrell Bock
how to think about the variety of ways these uses occur Credits: 3
but we will also examine how to think about the
hermeneutics that explain that usage. There will be a Schedule: 11th Jan – 6th Feb
special focus on Christology in Paul. Class 1: Mon 11th (7pm-10pm)
Class 2: Fri 15th (7pm-10pm)
Class 3: Sat 16th (7pm-10pm)
Class 4: Mon 18th (7pm-10pm)
Class 5: Fri 22nd (7pm-10pm)
Class 6: Sat 23rd (7pm-10pm)
Class 7: Mon 25th (7pm-10pm)
Class 8: Fri 29th (7pm-10pm)
Class 9: Sat 30th (7pm-10pm)
Class 10: Mon 1st (7pm-10pm)
Class 11: Fri 5th (7pm-10pm)
Class 12: Sat 6th (7pm-10pm)
12Term 2 27 April – 31 July 2021
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T I ME TA B L E : T E R M 2
Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Exegesis for Developing The Life Exegesis of Isaiah
Beginners a Biblical of Christ Hebrew Texts
Worldview
Denisa Poobalan Earnest Nadeem
9:00am–11:15am
Prabo Mano Emmanuel Ivor Poobalan
9:00am–11:15am 9:00am–12:30pm 9:00am–12:30pm 9:00am–11:15am
Fellowship Hour Chapel
MORNING | Nathanael Somanathan
Mihindukulasuriya |
10:30am–11:30am 10:30am–11:30am
Biblical
AFTERNOON
Theology
Mano Emmanuel
3:00pm–5:30pm
Exodus
Person and
Work of the
Holy Spirit
Nathanael Cameron Davey
6:00pm–8:15pm 6:00pm–8:30pm
Somanathan
EVENING
Youth Ministry The Letter Counselling Counselling Christian
to the Ephesians Youth Methods and Spirituality
Ministry
Nathanael Ivor Poobalan Robert Silva Earnest Nadeem
6:00pm–8:15pm 6:00pm–8:00pm 6:00pm–8:15pm 6:00pm–8:30pm 6:00pm–8:15pm
Somanathan Manjula Mathews
Dileeni Abraham |
Please note: Published schedules may be adjusted due to unavoidable circumstances. Please check with the Academic Office prior to registration.Term 2 | 27 April – 31 July 2021
WEEKDAY COURSES
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BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Exegesis for Beginners 11 Weeks
An Exegetical Toolbox for Everyone Day: Monday
Have you ever wondered where some people get all
those amazing insights into the Bible? It’s not magic but Time: 9:00am–11:15am
the result of a little extra spade work called exegesis.
Commencing: 3rd May
‘Exegesis’ means ‘an interpretation or explanation of a
text’. Exegesis for Beginners is designed to equip you with Credits: 2
tools and principles for studying the Bible, and includes
time in the classroom to allow you to practise using them. Lecturer: Denisa Poobalan
BTh|Dip CORE
Developing a Biblical Worldview 11 Weeks
‘Worldview is like a pair of spectacles: it describes not Day: Tuesday
what we see, but what we see through’ (Paul Hiebert). This Time: 9:00am–11:15am
course looks at the importance of evaluating our thoughts
Commencing: 4th May
and attitudes by what may be termed ‘a Christian mind’. A
course that promises to profoundly influence and liberate Credits: 2
your choices and decisions from being conformed to the Lecturers:
patterns of this world. Prabo Mihindukulasuriya
Nathanael Somanathan
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
The Life of Christ 11 Weeks
Who He Is and Why He Matters Day: Wednesday
The Life of Christ explores the humanity of Jesus, the
Son of God. Using the Gospels, it will take you on a Time: 9:00am–12:30pm
chronological journey through the events in Jesus’ life.
Commencing: 28th April
You will explore His encounters with people, His own
relationship with God, and how He fulfilled His mission. Credits: 2
Here is an opportunity to study the implications of Jesus’
life on earth for our own lives as children of God. Lecturer: Mano Emmanuel
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Exegesis of Hebrew Texts 10 Weeks
An excellent opportunity for the able student in Hebrew Day: Thursday
to research and gain experience in the skill of exegesis
of Hebrew texts. Being able to access the original text of Time: 9:00am–12:30pm
the Old Testament is an invaluable skill for personal study,
Commencing: 29th April
research, teaching, and preaching God’s Word. Students
will exegete selected texts from Genesis, Jonah, and the Credits: 2
Psalms.
Lecturer: Ivor Poobalan
15Term 2 | 27 April – 31 July 2021
WEEKDAY COURSES
ONLINE
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Isaiah 11 Weeks
A study of this fascinating prophet will cover the Day: Friday
historical background, authorship, critical issues, and the
message of Isaiah with applications for today. A chance to Time: 9:00am–11:15am
appreciate some of the most majestic descriptions of God,
Commencing: 30th April
prophecies about the coming Messiah, and God’s plan for
the consummation of His Kingdom. Credits: 2
Lecturer: Earnest Nadeem
Term 2 | 27 April – 31 July 2021
WEEKDAY COURSES
HYBRID
BTh CORE
Biblical Theology 10 Weeks
Dip ELECTIVE
This course is a study of the major theological themes that Day: Thursday
undergird the writings of the Old and New Testaments.
You will deepen your understanding of who God is and His Time: 3:00pm–5:30pm
unfolding plan from Creation to New Creation.
Commencing: 29 April
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Credits: 2
Lecturer: Mano Emmanuel
16Term 2 | 27 April – 31 July 2021
EVENING COURSES
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BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Counselling Youth 11 Weeks
ACC ELECTIVE
‘Youth’ is a critical period of development as young
Day: Wednesday
people face changes in their lives. Many youth and their
families struggle to deal positively with the challenges of Time: 6:00pm–8:15pm
social media, school, relationships, sexuality, peer pressure,
and much more. Counselling Youth will help equip those who Commencing: 28th April
care for and influence young people—parents, teachers,
youth workers, and counsellors. You will learn to understand Credits: 2
youth better, help them in their faith journeys, and empower
Lecturer: Robert Silva
them to grow into mature adults.
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Christian Spirituality 11 Weeks
Christian spirituality is the outworking of the Christian Day: Friday
faith into an integrated lifestyle encompassing body,
mind, and spirit. This course will cover the role of truth Time: 6:00pm–8:15pm
in spirituality, helpful spiritual disciplines, and growth
Commencing: 30th April
through community. It aims to help you build habits that
strengthen your relationship with God. Find out how God Credits: 2
wants you to use your talents, time, and personality to love
Him with all of your heart, strength, and mind. Lecturer: Earnest Nadeem
Term 2 | 27 April – 31 July 2021
EVENING COURSES
HYBRID
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Youth Ministry 11 Weeks
The Great Commission must not only move geographically Day: Monday
but must extend generationally. In our globalised world,
the voice and energy of Youth are revolutionising the Time: 6:00pm–8:15pm
nature of human society. The Church largely ignores this Commencing: 3rd May
potential for the Kingdom of God. Youth Ministry explores
Credits: 2
the issues of adolescence, challenges facing teens, and
how to effectively evangelise and disciple 14 to 21 year Lecturer: Nathanael
olds. Somanathan
17Term 2 | 27 April – 31 July 2021
EVENING COURSES
ONLINE
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The Letter to the Ephesians 12 Weeks
The letter Paul wrote to the Ephesians has been called Day: Tuesday
‘quintessential Paul’ because it is, in summary, the
essence of the gospel that Christ entrusted to him. A fresh Time: 6:00pm–8:00pm
look at Ephesians will transform your view of salvation, the
Commencing: 27th April
Church, and Christian living.
Credits: 2
Lecturer: Ivor Poobalan
BTh|Dip CORE
Person and Work of the Holy Spirit 11 Weeks
The subject of the Holy Spirit has generated more Day: Wednesday
discussion in the past hundred years than in the
preceding centuries. Come and learn what the Bible Time: 6:00pm–8:15pm
teaches about the Holy Spirit and how the doctrine of Commencing: 28th April
the Spirit developed over the centuries. You will gain an
Credits: 2
appreciation of His unique work in the life of the believer
and His powerful presence in the Church. Lecturer: Nathanael
Somanathan
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Exodus 10 Weeks
This second book of Israel’s Torah contains some of the best Day: Thursday
known Bible stories, including the parting of the Red Sea
and the giving of the Ten Commandments. Exodus explores Time: 6:00pm–8:30pm
God’s intention for Israel, turning her from an oppressed
Commencing: 29th April
community of slaves to God’s treasured possession.
Studying Exodus will provide you with invaluable insights Credits: 2
into the nature of the covenantal relationship between God
and His people, still relevant for Christians today. Lecturer: Cameron Davey
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Counselling Methods and Ministry 10 Weeks
ACC CORE
This course builds on the foundation of Introduction Day: Thursday
to Counselling. You will learn and practise new
counselling skills and techniques and be exposed to Time: 6:00pm–8:30pm
counselling theories and approaches that integrate Commencing: 29th April
spiritual and psychological insights to help others grow
towards wholeness. Credits: 3
Lecturer: Dileeni Abraham
Pre-requisite: Introduction to Counselling Manjula Mathews
18Term 2 | 27 April – 31 July 2021
POST-GRADUATE DIPLOMA/ MASTER OF ARTS
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Note: First-time students are advised to contact the MA Coordinator prior to registration.
BIBLICAL STUDIES
Developing the Christian Educator INTERCULTURAL STUDIES
The course will explore the equipping of leaders
7 Sessions
(teachers) through teaching and learning, curriculum
development, discipleship and team building. Lecturer: Tabea Binder
Attention will be given to both generational and
intergenerational ministry with children, youth, Credits: 3
young, middle, and aging adults. Participants will Schedule: 10th – 29th May
gain core educational and leadership competencies Class 1: Mon 10th (6pm-10pm)
informed by biblical theology and an understanding
Class 2: Fri 14th (6pm-10pm)
of the human person in leading God’s people toward
maturity in Christ. Class 3: Sat 15th (9am-5pm)
Class 4: Mon 17th (6pm-10pm)
Class 5: Fri 21st (6pm-10pm)
Class 6: Sat 22nd (9am-5pm)
Class 7: Mon 24th (6pm-10pm)
Note: Compulsary for both MA tracks
BIBLICAL STUDIES
Wisdom for Daily Life
The Message of Proverbs
7 Sessions
While some parts of the OT focus on the great acts of
God in history, the book of Proverbs addresses a whole Lecturers: Lindsay Wilson
lot of everyday issues such as work, family, friends, Earnest Nadeem
speech and the good life—but gives God’s perspective
Credits: 3
on them all. This course will help you to see the
importance of grounding your life in a right Schedule: 9th – 31st July
relationship with God, choosing wisdom not folly, and Class 1: Fri 9th (6pm-10pm)
having your character shaped. The goal of all this is to
Class 2: Mon 19th (6pm-10pm)
re-think key parts of our daily lives in the light of God’s
Class 3: Fri 23rd (6pm-10pm)
perspective.
Class 4: Sat 24th (9am-5pm)
Class 5: Mon 26th (6pm-10pm)
Class 6: Fri 30th (6pm-10pm)
Class 7: Sat 31st (9am-5pm)
19Term 3 6 September – 4 December 2021
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T I ME TA B L E : T E R M 3
Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
The Church and Learning to Pray The Gospel Job and
the End Times from the Bible of Matthew Song of Solomon
Mano Emmanuel Earnest Nadeem
9:00am–12:30pm 9:00am–12:30pm
Mano Emmanuel Ted Rubesh
9:00am–11:15am 9:00am–11:00am
Fellowship Hour Chapel
MORNING | 10:30am–11:30am 10:30am–11:30am
AFTERNOON MODULAR COURSE
Pastoral care
OCTOBER
for Children and
Families
David Goodwin
False Doctrine Study Methods
through the Ages
Edward Naumann Ravin Caldera
6:00pm–8:15pm 6:00pm–8:00pm
EVENING
Church, State, Small Groups, Views of Personal and Christian
and Society Big Results Scripture Spiritual Formation Responses to
for Ministry 21st Century Issues
Nishan de Mel Nishika Perera Cameron Davey Dileeni Abraham Earnest Nadeem
6:00pm–8:15pm 6:00pm–8:15pm 6:00pm–8:15pm 6:00pm–8:15pm 6:00pm–8:00pm
Please note: Published schedules may be adjusted due to unavoidable circumstances. Please check with the Academic Office prior to registration.Term 3 | 6 September – 4 December 2021
WEEKDAY COURSES
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BTh CORE
The Church and the End Times 11 Weeks
Dip ELECTIVE
Ecclesiology and Eschatology Day: Tuesday
What do we understand to be ‘the Church’? Is it traditions,
buildings, or forms of worship? How will the world as we Time: 9:00am–11:15am
know it end? The Church and the End Times will examine
Commencing: 7th September
the key doctrines of ecclesiology and eschatology, and will
strengthen you in your engagement in the Church and Credits: 2
deepen your understanding of things to come. Take this
course. Don’t be left behind! Lecturer: Mano Emmanuel
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Learning to Pray from the Bible 11 Weeks
Prayer is the vital breath of every Bible hero. Jesus presents Day: Wednesday
the greatest model for a life of prayer. This course will
investigate the prayer life of Jesus and also study the Time: 9:00am–12:30pm
prayers of faithful men and women within the pages of
Commencing: 8th September
Scripture. Questions such as: What can I pray for? How
should I pray? and, How do I lead others in prayer? will be Credits: 2
explored in this course.
Lecturer: Mano Emmanuel
BTh CORE
The Gospel of Matthew 11 Weeks
Dip ELECTIVE
The genre of gospel is unique in Greek literature. Each of Day: Thursday
the four Gospels has its own distinctive voice. This course
will look at the key features of Matthew, such as its central Time: 9:00am–12:30pm
theme of the Kingdom of God, the Sermon on the Mount
Commencing: 9th September
and other teachings of Jesus, the distinctive parables, its
structure and its missionary message. Credits: 2
Lecturer: Earnest Nadeem
23Term 3 | 6 September – 4 December 2021
WEEKDAY COURSES
ONLINE
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Job and Song of Solomon 12 Weeks
This study will focus on two oft-neglected books, taking us Day: Friday
from the extreme of despair to the extreme of romantic
love. You will understand the desperation of Job against Time: 9:00am–11:00am
the backdrop of God’s sovereignty as well as gain a fresh
Commencing: 10th September
perspective of the biblical view of love between a man and
a woman. In the process, we trust you will discover a God, Credits: 2
who can meet us at both extremes of life.
Lecturer: Ted Rubesh
Term 3 | 6 September – 4 December 2021
EVENING COURSES
ONSITE
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Small Groups, Big Results 11 Weeks
Making Small Groups Work Day: Tuesday
The health of any church is directly proportionate to
the effectiveness of small group ministries. Knowing Time: 6:00pm–8:15pm
how to form a Bible Study Group, develop the necessary
Commencing: 7th September
curriculum, and effectively lead the group can be an
immense contribution that you make to the health and Credits: 2
growth of your local church.
Lecturer: Nishika Perera
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Christian Responses to 21st Century Issues 12 Weeks
ACC ELECTIVE
The contemporary Church is facing many issues that Day: Friday
require a Christian response. This course explores, in
depth, topics such as sexuality and identity, religious Time: 6:00pm–8:00pm
extremism, ethnic conflict, personality cults, the role of
Commencing: 10th September
Israel today, technology and media. It will also introduce
you to a methodology for making Christian choices not Credits: 2
only as individuals but as a Church with a gospel that is
ever relevant. Lecturer: Earnest Nadeem
24Term 3 | 6 September – 4 December 2021
EVENING COURSES
ONLINE
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Church, State, and Society 11 Weeks
The Christian and Politics
Day: Monday
Jesus intended His Church to be engaged in the world
while maintaining her loyalty to God. This implies that the Time: 6:00pm–8:15pm
Church must relate to the state and must influence society.
How can she do this with integrity? Church, State, and Commencing: 6th September
Society provides the framework for the Church’s Credits: 2
relationship to state and society.
Lecturer: Nishan de Mel
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Views of Scripture 11 Weeks
The course will cover important attributes of Scripture and Day: Wednesday
address questions such as: How did the Scriptures come
into being? Did God override the personalities and personal Time: 6:00pm–8:15pm
efforts of the writers? It will also help enhance students’
Commencing: 8th September
confidence in the unique authority and trustworthiness of
Scripture in shaping our belief and behaviour. Credits: 2
Lecturer: Cameron Davey
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
False Doctrine through the Ages 11 Weeks
False teachings have plagued the Church from the very Day: Thursday
beginning. This course will cover some of the most
dangerous false teachings that have arisen throughout Time: 6:00pm–8:15pm
the ages, with focus on the early centuries of the Church.
Commencing: 9th September
You will discover how the Church dealt with these
teachings in history, and better understand the Credits: 2
modern-day manifestations of the most ancient heresies.
Lecturer: Edward Naumann
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Personal and Spiritual Formation for Ministry 11 Weeks
ACC CORE
Personal spiritual growth and formation is vital to our Day: Thursday
being godly and effective in ministry. This course takes
the student on a spiritual journey of self-reflection, in Time: 6:00pm–8:15pm
preparation for a unique ministry within the Church.
Commencing: 9th September
The goal is to grow in understanding one’s self and one’s
relationship with God and with others. Small group Credits: 2
discussions will form part of this growth experience.
Lecturer: Dileeni Abraham
25Term 3 | 6 September – 4 December 2021
EVENING COURSES
HYBRID
BTh|Dip CORE
Study Methods 12 Weeks
What are the values of studying theology? Discover the Day: Friday
CTS academic ethos. Study Methods will explain the CTS
curriculum and its requirements. It will equip you with Time: 6:00pm–8:00pm
skills for note-taking, speed reading, researching, essay
Commencing: 10th September
writing, and revising; and will help you excel as a student
at CTS. Credits: 0 (2)
Lecturer: Ravin Caldera
Term 3 | 6 September – 4 December 2021
MODULAR COURSES
ONSITE
BTh|Dip ELECTIVE
Pastoral Care for Children and Families MODULAR
ACC ELECTIVE
‛It is easier to build strong children than to repair 4 Days in OCTOBER
broken men’ (Frederick Douglass). This course
examines the biblical and practical aspects of building Dates: To be Notified Later
healthy families and strong children. It will, also, explore
Time: 9:00am–4:00pm
how to minister to children and families in crisis; introduce
the use of helpful counselling therapies and tools; and, Credits: 2
look at how to minister effectively to the different family
types in contemporary society. Lecturer: David Goodwin
26Term 3 | 6 September – 4 December 2021
POST-GRADUATE DIPLOMA/ MASTER OF ARTS
ONLINE
Note: First-time students are advised to contact the MA Coordinator prior to registration.
BIBLICAL STUDIES
People on the Move INTERCULTURAL STUDIES
When Mission and Migration Meet
10 Sessions
The course would look at the experience of migration
and diaspora formation among the people of God in Lecturer: Ted Rubesh
the biblical narrative, and examine the implications
this has for missional engagement with multiplying Credits: 3
migrant and diaspora communities around the globe Schedule: 6th – 27th September
today. A major part of the content would be dealing Class 1: Mon 6th (6:30pm-9:30pm)
with a ‛theology’ of migration in Genesis 1-11 and then Class 2: Fri 10th (6:30pm-9:30pm)
analysing Israel's experience in the Old Testament as Class 3: Sat 11th (6:30pm-9:30pm)
a diaspora community and using that as a model to Class 4: Mon 13th (6:30pm-9:30pm)
understand and minister to diaspora communities Class 5: Fri 17th (6:30pm-9:30pm)
today. Class 6: Sat 18th (6:30pm-9:30pm)
Class 7: Mon 20th (6:30pm-9:30pm)
Class 8: Fri 24th (6:30pm-9:30pm)
Class 9: Sat 25th (6:30pm-9:30pm)
Class 10: Mon 27th (6:30pm-9:30pm)
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INTERCULTURAL STUDIES
Christian Ethics
An exploration of how Christian leaders can make
7 Sessions
good ethical choices and develop moral character
in the midst of a complex, postmodern world. The Lecturers: Dennis P Hollinger
course will examine: (1) the foundations of Christian Mano Emmanuel
ethics; (2) the contexts of contemporary ethical
choices; (3) the methods of moral decision-making; Credits: 3
(4) the relationship of biblically informed norms, values Schedule: 29th Oct – 13th Nov
and virtues to culture and society; and (5) the Church’s Class 1: Fri 9th (6pm-10pm)
role therein. Lectures, case studies, and discussion
Class 2: Mon 19th (6pm-10pm)
will be employed in an attempt to gain wisdom,
understanding, character, and a prophetic voice Class 3: Fri 23rd (6pm-10pm)
relative to the ethical issues in Church and society. Class 4: Sat 24th (9am-5pm)
Class 5: Mon 26th (6pm-10pm)
Class 6: Fri 30th (6pm-10pm)
Class 7: Sat 31st (9am-5pm)
27LECTURER PROFILES
Denisa Poobalan, BTh, MA
Graduate of CTS (BTh; MA in Biblical Studies). Having begun her career as a lecturer
in computer studies, she moved on to serve as a stay-at-home mum to her two
daughters. She is married to Ivor and together they serve at the Kollupitiya
Methodist Church.
Nishika Perera, BSc, BA, MA (candidate)
Graduate of Harvest Bible College (Australia). Taught Physics to Advanced Level
students for over twenty years. Served on the full-time faculty of CTS for
several years, and developed the CTS Extension in the Rajarata. Currently involved in
teaching and discipling believers. A member of the Assemblies of God Ceylon.
Ivor Poobalan, BA (Hons), ThM, PhD
Principal of CTS. Graduate of the London School of Theology (UK), and Trinity
Evangelical Divinity School (USA), where he earned the ThM in Old Testament
and Semitic Languages. He was awarded the PhD in Religious Studies from the
University of Cape Town (South Africa) for his thesis that argued for the
re-examination of the meaning of the Pauline phrase ‘The God of this Age’ in
2 Corinthians 4:4. He is a leader at the Kollupitiya Methodist Church, and ministers
primarily through preaching, youth-guidance, and teaching 13-17 year olds in
Sunday School. He serves as Co-Chair of the Theology Working Group of the
Lausanne Movement. Ivor and Denisa are parents to two adult daughters.
Duleep Fernando, BSc (Eng), BD, ThM
Honorary Chaplain at CTS. A Methodist Minister (retired). Graduate of the
University of Peradeniya, London School of Theology (UK), and Fuller Theological
Seminary (USA). With a professional background in Engineering, he lectured at the
College of Higher Technology, Katubedda (later, the University of Moratuwa). He is a
former President of the Methodist Church, Sri Lanka.
Earnest Nadeem, BTh, MDiv, ThM
MA Programme Coordinator at CTS. Graduate of CTS (BTh), St Thomas’
Theological College Karachi (Pakistan), and the International School of Theology‒Asia
(Philippines). He has served as a lecturer at St Thomas’ Theological College Karachi.
He is an ordained clergyman serving in the Church of Ceylon.
Nathanael Somanathan, BEng, MA
A faculty member at CTS. A graduate of Wheaton College (USA) with a Masters
in Historical Theology, he currently serves as Associate Pastor at Christian Revival
Crusade Church, Dehiwala. His goal is to train and equip church leaders for effective
ministry and to facilitate theological discussions and symposiums.
28LECTURER PROFILES
Mano Emmanuel, FCCA, BTh, MA, PhD
Head of Academic Advancement at CTS. Graduate of the London School
of Theology (UK). She was awarded a PhD in Peace Studies from the Asia
Graduate School of Theology (Philippines). A Local Preacher of the Methodist
Church. Author of To Faith Add Understanding: An Introduction to Christian
Doctrine. Formerly, Academic Dean at CTS. Her previous career was as an accountant
in London’s West End.
Prabo Mihindukulasuriya, PgDipM (CIM), MA, PhD
Deputy Principal at CTS. He is a graduate of Regent College and the University of
Colombo. His twin interests are theology and history. His doctoral thesis was on
British Christian humanitarianism and the Sri Lankan independence movement. As a
teacher, he seeks to nurture discipleship in the marketplace, academia, and public life
focused on the Kingdom of God. He worships at Calvary Church, Kirulapone.
Robert Silva, GradDip (Theol), MCoun
Head of Counselling/Director at Connect for Life. He earned a masters of counselling
from the Wesley Institute (Australia). He served for twenty years with Youth for Christ
Sri Lanka. A member of St Michael’s Church Polwatte.
Cameron Davey, BSc, BTeach, MDiv
A faculty member at CTS. A graduate of Ridley College in Melbourne. He has
taught for many years in Christian schools, and, along with his wife, has ministered
to children through school holiday camps in Australia. In addition to his teaching
responsibilities at CTS, he serves as Librarian.
Ted Rubesh, BA, MA, DMiss
Chairman of the CTS Academic Affairs Standing Committee. Graduate of
Multnomah University, Portland Oregon USA (BA in Biblical Literature), Fuller
Theological Seminary, Pasadena, California, USA (MA in Missiology), and Western
Seminary, Portland, Oregon, USA (Doctor of Intercultural Studies). The co-founder of
Kandy Bible Fellowship Church, he served as its pastor for many years.
Shyara Wickramaratne, BSc, MA
Graduate of Evangel University (USA) and Regent University (USA). Holds a BSc
in Psychology and an MA in Human Services Counselling. She oversees the
counselling ministry at People’s Church; and, along with her husband, ministers to
pre-teens through the church’s junior youth ministry.
29LECTURER PROFILES
Manjula Mathews, CCS, FCMA, MBA
She is a practising counsellor and a trained EMDR and REBT therapist. She worked for
several years in the corporate sector and currently serves as a director of Janashakthi
Insurance PLC and as President of Habitat for Humanity (Sri Lanka). A member of
Peoples Church Assembly of God.
Darrell Bock, PhD
He has earned recognition as a Humboldt Scholar (Tübingen University, Germany),
is the author of over 40 books, including well-regarded commentaries on Luke
and Acts and studies of the historical Jesus. A former President of the Evangelical
Theological Society (ETS). He is a consulting editor for Christianity Today, and serves
on the boards of Wheaton College and Chosen People Ministries. He has been a
New York Times best-selling author in non-fiction and is elder emeritus at Trinity
Fellowship Church in Dallas.
Dileeni Abraham, BSc, MA
Graduate of the University of Peradeniya and Alliance Biblical Seminary (Philippines).
Holds an MA in Christian Counselling, with many years of professional counselling
experience. She is certified as a Master Facilitator by the Trauma Healing Institute
of the American Bible Society. Her ministry has included training and mentoring lay
counsellors, teaching counselling, leading trauma healing equipping sessions, and
leading women’s retreats. A member of St Luke’s Church Borella.
Tabea Binder, MDiv, MTh, PhD (candidate)
Graduate of Freie Theologische Akademie (Germany) and Evangelical Theological
Faculty, Leuven (Belgium). She has served as Professor for Biblical Studies and Church
History, and Dean of Women Students at Allahabad Bible Seminary (India), as lecturer
in Biblical Studies at AIM College in Eldoret (Kenya), as a faculty member and MA
Programme Coordinator at CTS, and at FEBIAS College of Bible (Philippines).
Currently, she is working at the Berlin Institute for Transformation in Germany,
and working on a PhD in Leadership in International Theological Education from
the European School of Culture and Theology (Germany)/Columbia International
University (USA).
Lindsay Wilson, PhD
Senior Lecturer in Old Testament at Ridley College (Melbourne, Australia), where he has
been teaching for the past thirty years, which has included serving as Vice Principal and
Academic Dean. He is a Senior Research Fellow of the Australian College of Theology,
and has written commentaries on Job and Proverbs, as well as other books, chapters
and articles. His major academic interest is in Old Testament wisdom, which he finds
very useful in training Christians for ministry in today’s world. He has taught extensively
30 in South and South East Asia. He worships at St Jude's Carlton in Melbourne.LECTURER PROFILES
Nishan de Mel, BA , MPhil, DPhil
He is an Economist, and Executive Director of the Verité Research think tank. A
graduate of Harvard University (USA) and Oxford University (UK). He has held several
governing, teaching, and research positions, been a lecturer in Economics at Oxford
University and served on Presidential Task Forces in Sri Lanka. He is the Founding
President of the Oxford Graduate Christian Union and served on the international
board of Internationa Fellowship of Evangelical Student (IFES). A member of St Paul’s
Milagiriya.
Edward Naumann, MA, MDiv, PhD
Graduate of the University of Edinburgh (UK), and Concordia Theological
Seminary (USA), he received a PhD in Greek and Latin at the Catholic University of
America, Washington, DC, with a dissertation entitled ‘Augustine the Preacher and
the Judgment of God’. He is a missionary of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod,
assigned as Theological Educator to South Asia.
Ravin Caldera, DipAgri, BTh, BA, MA
Academic Dean at CTS. A Graduate of CTS and Open University of Sri Lanka. He
holds a Masters Degree in Biblical Studies from the Dallas Theological Seminary and
has many years of experience in the pioneer ministry. Due to his understanding of
the ancient Middle East and biblical geography, he has been a key resource person
for maps in publications in Sri Lanka. He is an ordained minister of the Living Christ
Church.
David Goodwin, MMin, Dip (Counselling), Cert IV in AWT
International Director of Kidsreach Inc. A pastor and counsellor of more than 45
years. Founding Principal of the Layman’s Bible Institute (New Zealand). An author of
more than 60 books and manuals including Kids in Crisis, Child Abuse in the Church,
Empowering Children, Strategies to Deal with Bullying, At the Foot of the Cross and
Seed of Blood, and Lost in Transition–or Not?
Dennis P Hollinger, BA, MDiv, MPhil, PhD
President Emeritus and Distinguished Senior Professor of Christian Ethics at
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary (USA). An author whose books include The
Meaning of Sex: Christian Ethics and the Moral Life, Head, Heart, Hands: Bringing
Together Christian Thought, Passion and Action, and Choosing the Good: Christian
Ethics in a Complex World. Has served as the co-editor for the Eerdmans book series,
'Critical Issues in Bioethics'. He is a Distinguished Fellow with the Center for Bioethics
and Human Dignity in Bannockburn, IL.
31CTS PROGRAMMES
While you are invited to sign up for individual courses of your choice, we encourage you
to consider signing up for a programme of study in order to gain the maximum from what
CTS has to offer you.
CTS offers five levels of study—all of which are accredited by the Asia Theological
Association. Read on and discover which programme you would most benefit from:
CERTIFICATE IN CHRISTIAN STUDIES (CCS)
Designed to equip lay Christians for life, work, and ministry in the 21st century.
Mediums of instruction: English, Sinhala, and Tamil
Total Credits Required: 36
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN COUNSELLING (ACC)
Designed to equip effective lay counsellors for the Church and society.
Medium of instruction: English
Total Credits Required: 36
DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY (DipTh)
Designed to equip Christian Workers with deeper biblical insight and skills for ministry.
Mediums of instruction: English, Sinhala, and Tamil
Total Credits Required: 72
BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY (BTh)
Designed to train Christians for leadership in the Church (such as within pastoral, teaching,
and similar ministries).
Mediums of instruction: English, Sinhala, and Tamil
Total Credits Required: 108
POST-GRADUATE DIPLOMA/MASTER OF ARTS (PGDip/MA)
Designed to equip teachers, writers, and researchers for the Church.
Medium of instruction: English
Pre-requisites: A minimum of a bachelors level qualification and fluency in English.
Note: First-time students are advised to contact the MA Coordinator prior to registration.
For more information/assistance, contact:
The Academic Office
011 5524257; registrar@cts.lk; www.cts.lk
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