Leadership Training Academy
“New Testament”
The next course in the Leadership Training Academy will be “New Testament,” taught by Rev. Dr. John Jones.
Saturdays (8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.) – April 12 & 26 & May 10
Instructor: Rev. Dr. John A. Jones IV, Associate Regional Minister-Education of American Baptist Churches of Wisconsin
Location: The new ABC-Wisconsin offices (1011 N. Mayfair Rd., Wauwatosa, WI)
The New Testament serves as sacred text, moral guide, source of identity, and revelation of God’s character through Jesus Christ. As disciples of Jesus, we read the text together as our primary guide for revelation. Students will examine the historical, cultural, and theological contexts in which the New Testament was written. The course will cover key topics such as the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, the formation of early Christian communities, and the writings of influential figures like Paul and John. Participants will engage in close readings of selected passages, uncovering central themes such as salvation, the Kingdom of God, and Christian faith. The course also introduces the process by which the New Testament canon was formed and examines the relationship between the Old and New Testaments. Whether for personal enrichment or deeper study, this course provides learners with a solid foundation for understanding the New Testament and its role in shaping Christian beliefs and practices.
Instructor: Rev. Dr. John A. Jones IV has served as Associate Regional Minister-Education for the American Baptist Churches of Wisconsin since 2017. He received the Ph.D. degree from Marquette University in 2006. He has also been teaching at various schools in the area for more than 20 years. He’s taught Religion, Theology, Church History, and Christian Ethics among many other courses. He finds joy in opening up subjects he cares about to students who can bring their own perspectives and experiences.