Difference between revisions of "Holy Scripture - Presbyters"
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| − | # | + | Candidates for the Presbyterate taking the ACNA West Ordination Exams for the Presbyterate will take 2 exam sections in Holy Scripture. |
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| − | ## | + | Objective Exam in Bible Content & Context: Beginning on Holy Cross Day 2023 candidates will take 2 objective Bible Content & Context Exams, one in Old Testament and one in New Testament. Objective Exams are closed book. |
| − | ## | + | Essay Section: Candidates will write 2 essays, one in Old Testament and one in New Testament. They cover the themes of Holy Scripture described below. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate competence in exegesis and to connect Holy Scripture to pastoral considerations. During these exams candidates may consult a bible with minimal study notes, the Book of Common Prayer (2019 ACNA edition) and To Be a Christian: An ACNA Catechism. |
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| − | ## | + | #Content of Scripture - It is expected and essential that examinees will be familiar in depth with the content of the Holy Scriptures. This knowledge is normally gained in a seminary context, but can be gained through diligent self-study. Check the recommended reading section of each page as a solid starting point. |
| − | ## | + | ##Books of the Bible & Category - It is expected and essential that examinees will be familiar in depth with the content of the Holy Scriptures. This knowledge is normally gained in a seminary context, but can be gained through diligent self-study. The online content quizzes provide opportunity to demonstrate an understanding of both content and structure of these books. Studying the pages linked to this page will prepare you for the Holy Scripture Content Exams in Old and New Testament |
| − | ## | + | ## Major Biblical Figures |
| − | ## | + | ## Major Biblical Themes |
| − | # | + | #Context of Scripture |
| − | ## | + | ## Historical Context |
| − | ## | + | ## Canonical Context |
| − | ## | + | ## Literary Context |
| − | ## | + | ## Transmission / Translation |
| + | #Interpretive Methods | ||
| + | ## Patristic Interpretive Methods | ||
| + | ## Medieval Interpretive Methods | ||
| + | ## Reformation Interpretive Methods | ||
| + | ## Modern Interpretive Methods | ||
==[[Main Page]]== | ==[[Main Page]]== | ||
| + | ==[[For Presbyters]]== | ||
==[[Canonical Areas]] for Presbyters== | ==[[Canonical Areas]] for Presbyters== | ||
==[[Board of Examining Chaplains]]== | ==[[Board of Examining Chaplains]]== | ||
Latest revision as of 18:29, 24 May 2023
Candidates for the Presbyterate taking the ACNA West Ordination Exams for the Presbyterate will take 2 exam sections in Holy Scripture.
Objective Exam in Bible Content & Context: Beginning on Holy Cross Day 2023 candidates will take 2 objective Bible Content & Context Exams, one in Old Testament and one in New Testament. Objective Exams are closed book. Essay Section: Candidates will write 2 essays, one in Old Testament and one in New Testament. They cover the themes of Holy Scripture described below. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate competence in exegesis and to connect Holy Scripture to pastoral considerations. During these exams candidates may consult a bible with minimal study notes, the Book of Common Prayer (2019 ACNA edition) and To Be a Christian: An ACNA Catechism.
- Content of Scripture - It is expected and essential that examinees will be familiar in depth with the content of the Holy Scriptures. This knowledge is normally gained in a seminary context, but can be gained through diligent self-study. Check the recommended reading section of each page as a solid starting point.
- Books of the Bible & Category - It is expected and essential that examinees will be familiar in depth with the content of the Holy Scriptures. This knowledge is normally gained in a seminary context, but can be gained through diligent self-study. The online content quizzes provide opportunity to demonstrate an understanding of both content and structure of these books. Studying the pages linked to this page will prepare you for the Holy Scripture Content Exams in Old and New Testament
- Major Biblical Figures
- Major Biblical Themes
- Context of Scripture
- Historical Context
- Canonical Context
- Literary Context
- Transmission / Translation
- Interpretive Methods
- Patristic Interpretive Methods
- Medieval Interpretive Methods
- Reformation Interpretive Methods
- Modern Interpretive Methods
