TEACHER
Dr. Philip Richardson is a theological education consultant with the One Mission Society (OMS) in Greenwood, Indiana, where he contributes to the advancement of Christian education by integrating theological studies with practical education.
TIME
Thursday 13.11.2025 @14:00 – 18:00
Friday 14.11.2025 @ 9:00 – 17:45 (Participants are invited to take part in our fellowship lunch.)
Saturday 15.11.2025 @ 9:00 – 15:30
PLACE
Participation over Zoom OR on-site at the seminary, room 204
Narva mnt 51, Tallinn
COURSE VALUE
18 academic hours, 3 EAP
TARGET GROUP
All who are interested in learning more about John’s writings are welcome!
LANGUAGE
The course is taught in English with translation available into Estonian and Russian.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
An introduction to Johannine Literature: namely, John’s Gospel, John’s letters and Revelation. We will consider the purpose of each book, its historical context, its distinctive features, its key themes and how to interpret it. We will provide an overview of each work and focus on some important passages. We will discuss how what we have learned should apply to us today individually and as the church.
REQUIRED READING BEFORE COMING TO CLASS: The complete text of John’s Gospel, the Letters of John, and Revelation.
PRICE
135 € for participants collecting academic points (EAP)
105 € - for guest auditors
VAT included in price. Payment due: November 12th, 2025
PAYMENT INFO
Recipient: Eesti Metodisti Kirik
Invoice number: EE842200221010980782
Explanation: Avatud kursus: Johannese kirjutised
ORGANISER
Baltic Methodist Theological Seminary
Preregistration is required to participate: https://forms.office.com/e/MEN0kGP7ra
Preregistration closes on November 12th 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
CONTACTS
Russian / English : Inna Prysiazhniuk, Academic Assistant,
Estonian / English : Katarina Eva Ventsel, Continuing Education Coordinator,