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Institute
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The Institute of Buddhist
Studies exists to provide quality training to help prepare current and potential
missionaries to understand the Buddhist world, share the Gospel of Christ in a
relevant way with Buddhists and to develop communities of believers that can
multiply in their local context.
Introduction to Buddhism:
This module is an introduction to Buddhism in general and a history of the
Christian mission to Buddhists.
Contextualizing the Gospel
for Buddhist Peoples:
This module examines at principles for developing a culturally relevant
presentation of the Gospel to Buddhists.
Church Planting in Buddhist
Contexts: This
module examines various church planting models and church structures, looks at
what kinds of models are working, and helps prepare the student to prepare for
discipleship and church planting in Buddhist contexts.
Future modules will include Tibetans, Theravadans, Japanese, Chinese, folk Buddhists, and new Asian religions.
Faculty
Alex Smith,
(D.Miss., Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA), regional director for OMF, veteran missionary to Thailand, author and lecturer
on ministry to Buddhists.
Alan
R. Johnson,
(Ph.D. cand., OCMS, U.K.), veteran missionary to Thailand, program director for the Institute of Buddhist
Studies.
L. David
Oleson (M. Div., Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA), served as
missionary to the Philippines and Tibet.
Terry Muck,
(Ph. D. Northwestern
University, Professor of Missions and World Religions at Asbury Theological
Seminary).
Jean Johson, (BA
Cross-Cultural Communications) served in church planting among Cambodians in
both home missions and in Cambodia for 18 years.
Dianne Campbell, (BS from
Evangel University, Graduate of Mayo School of Physical Therapy, Rochester, MN)
Serves in Cambodia, Church planting team training coach and leadership
mentorship.
Nature of Institute
The Institute
is a comprehensive eight-week program that seeks to prepare individuals for
ministry to Buddhists in their own countries or as cross-cultural missionaries.
Courses are taught by outstanding Buddhist scholars and missionaries with
extensive experience in ministry to Buddhists in various parts of the world.
The Institute offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding and love
for the Buddhist peoples and develop the skills for effective ministry to
Buddhists
Course Outline
DATES OF STUDY:
April 4 - May 27 2005
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April 4 - 15 Terry Muck Introduction to
Buddhism and the History of Christian Mission to Buddhist.
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April 18 - 29 Alex Smith Contextualization
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May 2 - 13 Jean Johnson and team from Cambodia Church
Planting in Buddhist Contexts.
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May 16 - 27 Dave Oleson Ministry to Tibetan Buddhists.
Admission
Requirements
Applicants are expected to have the following qualifications:
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A burden for
ministry to Buddhist people.
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A desire to
learn how to be effective in ministry to Buddhists.
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A commitment to
become involved in ministry to Buddhists following the institute.
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A good grasp of
spoken and written English.
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Recommendations
from pastors, district or general council officials and/or missionaries.
Registration
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Complete the
Pre-Application Form.
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A packet of
information will be sent to you requesting additional information and
references.
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Once the full
application and references are received at APTS, the student will be notified of
the admission decision.
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Should APTS
confirm that you have been accepted, a US$50 deposit is required before March
1st to secure your reservation. After March 1st, a deposit of $100
is required. If registration is canceled after March 18th, the registration
fee is non-refundable but may be transferred to another approved student.
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Final payment
of course fees is due at the time of on-site registration on the first day of
class.
Academic Credit
An option is available to
enroll for three, six or nine units of graduate credit at APTS. Applicants for
graduate credit must possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution,
complete required academic assignments, and pay applicable fees.
For those seeking
undergraduate credit, a transcript will be provided to present to your own
institution for evaluation.
Goals
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Promote vision
for ministry to Buddhists.
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Encourage
participation in ministry to Buddhists.
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Provide
guidance to those called to ministry to Buddhists in fulfilling their calling
with confidence and effectiveness.
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Encourage the
development of an understanding of
Buddhists, their faith, and cultures.
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Develop
essential skills and disciplines in ministering effectively to Buddhists.
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Intensify
prayer and intercession on behalf of Buddhists.
Venue
and Lodging
The Institute will be held in
the newly constructed Asia Pacific Center for the Advancement of Leadership and
Missions (APCALM) building. Sessions and housing are accommodated in this
beautiful seven-story building located on the campus of APTS. APTS is located
near the city of Baguio, Philippines, situated at 5,000 feet (1,500 meters) in
the Cordillera mountain range of Northern Luzon. Temperatures are moderate all
year round. The beautiful views of the surrounding mountains provide a
conducive environment for academic study and spiritual encounter.
Student Costs
Total costs for those attending the entire
8-week Institute:
There are four (4) two week modules:
Housing - Option #1 - Shared Dorm Room:
36.00 for each two week course.
Option #2 - Apartment: 160.00 for each two week course.
Food - Weekly meal ticket - 25.00 (this
includes 3 meals per day/2 on Sunday)
APTS Fee - 38.00 for two courses or a
maximum of 46.00 for more than two courses
(this includes library, computer and
administrative fees)
Registration fee - 85.00 per course (this
includes your books, CD's and all resources materials) International student
visa's - less than 21 days is no cost; 21-28 days is 40.00; 59 or more days
is 60.00.
International student visa's - less than
21 days is no cost; 21- 58 days is 40.00; 59 or more days is 60.00
Transportation fess - to and from APTS/APCALM
campus are not included. More information can be received by writing the
email contact address.
Optional costs for academic credit:
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Application - US$17.50 Tuition -
US$20/credit
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Registration-US$ 6
Required English exam-US$10
Scholarship: A limited number of
partial scholarship are available for IBS participants needing assistance to
attend.
Pre-Application Form
Download and fill up this
IBS application then send
it to this email
ibs@apts.edu or
bob@apts.edu
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