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At Memphis Theological Seminary there are courses with content of special relevance to students interest- ed in African-American studies. These courses are cross-listed with other disciplines, such as Church History, Theology, or Pastoral Care. To help students in their selection of such courses, the designation AA is used in conjunction with the discipline within which the courses fall. Only the discipline designation will be the course number that will appear on transcripts. African-American Studies courses are as follows: AA 01569 AFRICAN-AMERICAN WORSHIP & CONGREGATIONAL LIFE 3 hrs. This course examines the various expressions of African-American congregational culture including: worship and preaching, community activism, and lay ministry. (See CM 01569 or WP 01569).

AA 01670 AFRICAN CHRISTIANITY 3 hrs.

A study of Christianity in Africa. In January 1997, the course included a three-week immersion experi- ence in Cameroon. (See CM 01670).

AA 01871 AFRICAN RELIGIONS IN THE DIASPORA 3 hrs.

This course explores the many expressions of African religions in the Diaspora. Students will consider the Arabic, Jewish, Caribbean, Latin and North American religious contexts of displaced Africans. This comparative analysis also focuses on the enduring values, historical, and theological perspectives of transplanted, suppressed, and transformed African religions. (See CM 01871).

AA 03369 AFRICAN-AMERICAN THEOLOGY 3 hrs.

An examination of genres of contemporary African-American Christian thought since the Black Power movement. (See TH 03369).

AA 03429 AFRICAN-AMERICAN RELIGIOUS PERSONALITIES 3 hrs.

This course will focus on the lives of outstanding African-American religious personalities either in multiple groupings or on a rotating basis. This particular offering will focus on the life and thought of Martin Luther King, Jr. Other offerings will include Howard Thurman, Charles Mason, Benjamin Mays, etc. (See CH 03429).

AA 03517 MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. - IN THE QUEST FOR THE 3 hrs.

BELOVED COMMUNITY

An examination of the background, life and legacy of King. “The beloved community,” as King’s dream of God’s coming realm, will be highlighted as a model for mission. (See CH 03517 or CM 03517).

AA 03682 AFRICANA FAITH 3 hrs.

An exploration of themes and concepts in the faith-life of slaves of African heritage in North America through the examination of narrative, interviews, folk tales, sermons, songs, and the like. Prerequisite: TH 10000. (See TH 03682).

AA 03605 PREACHING AS CELEBRATION: AFRICAN-AMERICAN 3 hrs. PERSPECTIVE

This course explores the distinct perspective and genius the African-American church has brought to the preaching task, and the role of celebration in the African-American pulpit. (See WP 03605).

AA 03766 AFRICAN AMERICAN PASTORAL CARE 3 hrs.

This course will explore the history, theology, and practices of pastoral care that are unique to the African-American church, with particular focus upon the way in which African-American care within the church has blended the pastoral and prophetic dimensions of ministry in response to social con- text. Prerequisite: PC 20000. (See PC 03766).

AA 04094 AFRICAN NARRATIVE THEOLOGY OF INCULTURATION 3 hrs.

This course focuses on the African Narrative Theology of Inculturation. Students will examine oral lit- erature, conceptions of Jesus, African metaphors for the church as the extended family of God, and indigenous reflections on Christian ritual and Scripture. Prerequisite: TH 10000. (See CM 04094 or TH 04094).

AA 04179 AFRICENTRIC THOUGHT 3 hrs.

An analysis of the development of Africentricity and its influence, particularly on biblical and theolog- ical interpretations and articulations. (See TH 04179).

AA 04296 MARTIN AND MALCOLM 3 hrs.

A study of the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X. The first part of the course will place each in historical perspective and will concentrate on the forerunners to their thought. The sec- ond part of the course will focus on the thoughts of the two leaders themselves. (See CM 04296 or TH 04296).

AA 04338 THE HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF BLACK RELIGION 3 hrs.

IN AMERICA

An historical and sociological survey of selected issues related to the genesis and development of African-American religious life in the United States. (See CH 04338 or CM 04338).

AA 04439 THE RISE OF INDEPENDENT AFRICAN-AMERICAN 3 hrs.

CHURCHES AND DENOMINATIONS

This course is a sequel to CH 04338. Its focus is upon the Christianizing of Black religion and the devel- opment of its church institutions, both within and independent of white churches. (See CH 04439 or CM 04439).

AA 04840 CONTEMPLATIVE PRACTICES IN THE 3 hrs.

AFRICAN-AMERICAN CHURCH

This course retrieves the Africana contemplative tradition, its writings, and legacy. Readings will focus on the lives of the African desert mothers and fathers, Ethiopian monastics, and diasporan contempla- tives like Jarena Lee, Howard and Sue Bailey Thurman. Students will also consider the unique “com- munal contemplative practices” of the African-American Church gleaned from music, conversion rit-

uals, movement, and gathering prayers. Students will have the opportunity to translate these neglect- ed theological treasures into viable pedagogical and worship tools for the Christian community. They will also explore the role of contemplation in their personal faith journey and ministry. Prerequisites: CH 10000 and TH 10000. (See CH 04840 or TH 04840).

AA 05301 CHURCH AND SOCIETY IN THE UNITED METHODIST 3 hrs.

AND AFRICAN-METHODIST TRADITIONS

This course presents an historical overview of the theological and organization issues involved in the response of Methodist denominations to social injustice, social problems, and social change. The major portion of the course will cover American Methodist bodies. Both the United Methodist Church and its antecedent bodies and the major Methodist groups will be emphasized. (See CH 05301 or CM 5301).

AA 06009 AFRICAN CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY 3 hrs.

A study of the origin, growth, content, and goals of African Christian theologies. Emphasis is placed on exploring current contextual and liberation issues as practiced in the Christian Churches of Africa and as articulated by African theologies. Prerequisite: TH 10000. (See CM 06009 or TH 06009).

AA 06540 AFRICAN TRADITIONAL RELIGIONS 3 hrs.

Indigenous religions of Africa will be the focus of this course. It will consider a relationship between these religions peculiar to various African cultures and consider a relationship between these religions and how they have impacted and African understanding of Christianity. (See CM 06540)..