Each year, in partnership with more than forty congregations representing a wide variety of denominations, Candler offers six-week courses and weekend seminars. The courses are taught by faculty from Candler School of Theology and professionals from the Atlanta community. Atlanta-area churches and Candler School of Theology serve as host sites for the courses. The curriculum provides excellent theological education for a lay, ecumenical student body.The goal of the Lay Theology Institute is to provide stimulating theological study to persons regardless of their religious or academic background. It is our understanding that persons interested in the Lay Theology Institute are searching for deeper understanding of their faith and of the faith of the ecumenical community. It is our hope that the courses offered through this program will respond to these personal and practical needs.
Throughout an unforgettable career, Dr. William (Bill) Mallard taught, in his special way, the Scriptures and the history of the Christian church in United Methodist congregations, at conferences, and at Candler.Bill Mallard came to Emory University's Candler School of Theology in 1957 after teaching religion at Sweet Briar College. That same year, Bill was ordained an elder and accepted into full connection in the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church. He and his wife, Gatra, have three adult children. He has been a fabulously popular lecturer, full of intelligence, warmth, patience, fun, and Christian commitment.
In the Footsteps of Paul is a six lecture series delivered by Dr. Mallard to the Wednesday night class of Glen Memorial United Methodist Church. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of these CDs benefit the Bill Mallard Lay Theology Institute. Purchase this CD set
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CEU credit: 1.0 CEU (continuing education unit) credit is awarded upon completion of all sessions. Interested in auditing a Candler course?
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