Description
The Bible and Theology Department provides instruction in the Word of God, the tools necessary for personal study of that Word, the biblical philosophy which provides a solid foundation for living, and the scriptural motivation to put into practice scriptural standards and precepts.
Programs
- Bible & Theology, Baccalaureate Degree
- Bible & Theology / Pastoral Studies, Baccalaureate Degree & Master of Divinity Degree combined
- See Ministry Studies page for Associate’s Degree in Ministry Studies, Bible & Theology track
- Bible Track, One-Year Certificate
- Life Track, One-Year Certificate
Bible & Theology Objectives
Bible & Theology Students will…
- Will possess basic biblical and theological facts as a foundation for meditation, teaching, and further study.
- Will accurately analyze, interpret, and apply biblical passages in a continuing commitment to personal Bible study.
- Will understand Scripture as the ultimate authority for their worldview and lifestyle.
- Will acquire a knowledge and understanding of God and His Word that will enhance and maintain a life-time of close, personal, and obedient relationship with Christ and His Church.
- Who choose to enter graduate/seminary study will acquire a solid education foundation to do so.
Bible & Theology Planners
Bible & Theology Bachelor of Science (Major/Minor)
Bible & Theology Bachelor of Arts (Major/Minor)
Bible & Theology Faculty
Ian Bacon
M.Div.
Program Director of Bible & Theology, Assistant Professor of Bible & Theology
Dr. Jordan Ballard
M.A.R., M.R.E., M.Div., S.T.M., Ph.D.
Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology
Dr. Thomas Baurain
Th.M., D.Min.
Bible & Theology, Professor Emeritus
Dr. James Clark
M.Div., Ph.D.
Distinguished Guest Lecturer, President Emeritus
Dr. Mike Dodds
Th.M.,D.Min.
Dean of the Seminary, Director of the CU Press, Professor of Ministry Studies
Dr. Dan Fabricatore
Th.M, Ph.D.
Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology
Dr. Daniel Goepfrich
Th.M.,D.Min.
Adjunct Faculty, Greek
Dr. Alexander Granados
M. Div., Th.M., Ph.D.
President and Professor of Bible, Theology & Intercultural Studies
Dr. Gary Gromacki
Th.M., D. Min., Ph.D.
Department Chair of Bible & Theology, Director of the Ph.D. in Bible & Theology Program, Professor of Bible & Theology
Dr. Wayne House
M.Div., Th.M., M.A., Th.D., J.D.
Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology
Dr. Jeremy Lyon
M.Div., Ph.D.
Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology
Dr. Neil Nelson
M.Div., S.T.M., Ph.D.
Bible & Theology, Professor Emeritus
Dr. Michael Stallard
M.Div., S.T.M., Ph.D.
Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology
Dr. Luther Smith
MA., M.A., Psy.D.
Dean of the College, Department Chair of Biblical Counseling, Associate Professor of Biblical Counseling
Joel Williamson
Th.M.
Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology
Bible & Theology
Departmental Blog
Biblical View of the Future Presented During Ryrie Lecture Series
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life The third annual Charles Ryrie Lecture Series took place October 23-26, 2018. Calvary’s own professor, Dr. Tommy Ice, was the speaker for the four-day event. He is the Program Director for the Bachelor in Bible & Theology, and he...
Balloon Launch a Success!
As reported last week, Calvary University helped launch a balloon last Thursday. This video is a report on the success of that launch.
Celebrating God’s Blessing at the President’s Dinner
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life Last Thursday almost 200 people joined us for the annual President’s Dinner. The theme for the evening was “Celebrating God’s Blessing!” After dinner the program began with two songs by the Chorale. Then we presented Hand in Hand...
Calvary University PhD in Bible and Theology Approved
KANSAS CITY -- In April of 2016 Dr. Christopher Cone announced in his Seven Points for Excellence that Calvary would “begin development of a dual-discipline PhD in Bible and Theology.” Two and a half years later, Calvary University is pleased to announce the formal...
Pray Then Like This – A Study of Jesus’s Prayers
Author: David Allen - MS in Organizational Development Submitted for Publication to The Warrior's Pen Introduction Any study of how Jesus taught the disciples to pray, is by extension a lesson for all believers on how to pray. There are many examples of...
Ministry Studies Department Hosting a trip to the Holy Land, June 9–22, 2019
Ministry Studies Department Hosting a trip to the Holy Land, June 9–22, 2019 Every pastor and Bible teacher should see first-hand the land of the Bible. It will help their teaching and preaching come alive! The Ministry Studies Department Chair, Dr. Mike Dodds, is...
Learning and Living at Calvary During the Summer
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life Summer Learning Did you know that students can take Calvary classes year-round? Because our academic year is structured into eight-week cycles, learning never has to stop – even in summer! The fall semester technically starts in July...