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General Information
James E. Davison
is the director of Continuing Education, and he also serves
as an adjunct professor in Greek language and exegesis. Prior to coming to
the Seminary, Davison was senior associate pastor at Westminster Presbyterian
Church in Upper St. Clair, a suburb of Pittsburgh, Pa. Previously, he was
associate professor of religion and philosophy at Sterling College, Kan.,
from 1976 to 1984.
Davison is a graduate of Westminster College (B.A.). During his junior year,
he studied at the University of Ibadan in Nigeria. The following summer,
he traveled in the Middle East and in Europe. After graduating from
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary (M.Div.), he returned to Europe to study
at the Free University of Amsterdam, where he received a Dutch degree in
theology (Doctorandus). He completed his studies in the history of
theology at the University of Iowa (Ph.D.).
Davison is the author of the national congregational program, The Year of the
Bible, published by the Congregational Ministries Division of the
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). In addition to a number of articles on theology
and New Testament, he has published The Bible Book of the Month; Living
Water: A Guide to Baptism for Presbyterians; This Book We Call the
Bible: a Study Guide for Adults; and Journey Through the Word:
Exploring Biblical Themes (co-authored with Sara Covin Juengst).
Davison is available to teach,
preach, and lead workshops on a variety of topics. His special focus of
interest is on biblical themes, the sacraments, and biblical literacy.
2007-2008 Continuing Education Committee
David Black, Ellen Campbell, John Crist, John Dietz, Mary Lou Ferris, Williami Gracey, Lisa Lyon, Leslie Thyberg, William Webster
Faculty:
Ronald Cole-Turner, Timothy Son
Administration: William J. Carl III, Byron H. Jackson
Director: James E. Davison
Registration Information
Payment
The Seminary accepts cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover for course payment. Please make checks payable to PTS-Continuing Education. Payment in full is required with registration. Confirmation of registration will be sent. When registration is limited for an event and you have not received confirmation prior to the event, please contact the Continuing Education Office. If the program is cancelled, you will receive a full refund; we will retain a $20 administrative fee for cancellations by participants received five business days before an event. After that no refunds are given, but credit toward another continuing education event less the administrative fee may be given.
Housing
The Calian Residence Hall, completed in 2003, provides comfortable, climate-controlled housing. Housing costs are $45 per night (single) or $60 per night (double). Since space is limited, you are advised to make reservations well in advance of your stay. Reservations are handled by the Reception/Housing Office. You can contact the Office at 412-362-5610 ext 0. You will need a credit card to reserve the room. Special arrangements for room key pick-up must be made for weekend, holiday, or late arrivals (after 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday). Basic items such as towels and sheets are provided. Bring items such as an alarm clock, hairdryer, or coffeemaker that may make the stay more comfortable for you.
Meals
Breakfast and lunch are available at a reasonable cost in the Seminary Dining Room, Monday through Friday during the school year, but not ordinarily on evenings and weekends. The Shakarian Campus Center is open for a light dinner at least three evenings a week when classes are in session. There are a variety of restaurants in the area and a kitchen is available in the housing area. The Continuing Education Office maintains a list of restaurants, which will be available at registration.
2007-2008 Program Offerings
Chronological Schedule
General Offerings
Interim Ministry Training
Spiritual Formation
Spirituality and Psychology
Public Lectures
Trips and Tours
Concerts
Independent Study and
Auditing
Off-Campus Seminars
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