In the Johannine Literature course, Dr. Philip Richardson will help navigate and better understand John’s writings in the Bible. 

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, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

Estonian / English : Katarina Eva Ventsel, Continuing Education Coordinator, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.