Hybrid Course — Self-paced plus scheduled Zoom sessions
 
This course may be taken à la carte or as part of the Wesley Pathways for Ministry Certificate Program.
 
Oct. 4-Nov. 7, 2026
Rev. Craig Meek, Program Manager at the Lewis Center for Church Leadership of Wesley Theological Seminary and Associate Pastor for Adult Discipleship at National Presbyterian Church 
 
This course introduces participants to the formation and main events of the Hebrew Bible, placing the text in its Ancient Near Eastern context and exploring the ways key themes weave through the biblical books and into church life. By taking the course, students will more fully grasp the breadth of meaning in Old Testament texts and grow more able to exegete, proclaim, and apply scripture in preaching, teaching, and participation in the life of the congregation.

About the course
 
This course introduces participants to the formation and main events of the Hebrew Bible, placing the text in its Ancient Near Eastern context and exploring the ways key themes weave through the biblical books and into church life. By taking the course, students will more fully grasp the breadth of meaning in Old Testament texts and grow more able to exegete, proclaim, and apply scripture in preaching, teaching, and participation in the life of the congregation.
 
CEU credit
 
One CEU will be awarded for the successful completion of this course.
 
Schedule 
 
Oct. 4-Nov. 7, 2026
Zoom Sessions: Oct. 8 and 29, 2026, 7-8 p.m. Eastern
 
Learning Module One : The Strange World of the Bible
Learning Module Two: Creation & Covenant
Learning Module Three: The Covenant Community
Learning Module Four: Kingdoms & Prophets
Learning Module Five: Psalms & Wisdom
 
If you have any questions or problems, please email pathways@wesleyseminary.edu.