Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and the Church of God of Prophecy Consortium Pastoral Track Syllabus History of the Church of God of Prophecy (MC601) Jamaica September 11-14, 2014 Professor Héctor Ortiz, D. Min.
GORDON- CONWELL/COGOP CONSORTIUM Pastoral Track Jamaica September 11-14, 2014 History of the Church of God of Prophecy MC601 Professor: Héctor Ortiz, D. Min. Telephone: 281-685- 3407 E- mail: hortiz@cogop.org Course Description This course will focus on the roots and identity of the Church of God of Prophecy and its government and polity. In order to accomplish the objectives of the course, an in- depth examination of the history of the COGOP from its inception will be undertaken. In writing about history, Geoffrey Elton states, The purpose of history is to understand the past, and if the past is to be understood it must be given full respect in its own right (R.J. Evans, 1999:197). The biblical text tells us one of the primary reasons of history is These things happened to them as examples and were written down as warnings for us, on whom the fulfillment of the ages has come (1 Cor 10:11 NIV). This course will honor the past, review the present, and project into the future. Course Objectives The objectives of this course include the following: 1. Review the era, leadership style, and history of the COGOP founder, A. J. Tomlinson. 2. Review the historical development of the identity of the COGOP. 3. Review the historical successes, accidents, and ill advice theology. 4. Trace the periods of maintenance, transition, and the new paradigm. Course Competencies 1. The student will have a good grasp on the roots of the Church of God of Prophecy. 2. The course will enable the student to understand and clarify the historical accidents that took place. 3. The review of historical events within the phase of maintenance and the dynamics of transition will give the student a posture to engage the future in the COGOP. 1
Required Texts Some of the required texts for this course had been out of print for many years. The Center for Biblical Leadership has worked in conjunction with White Wing Publishing House to reformat these books and make them available. All books can now be ordered from White Wing Christian Bookstore. (The Heritage Series books are available as digital downloads for a bit less than the list price.) 1. General Assembly Minutes: 1906-1914; Photographic Reproductions of the First Ten General Assembly Minutes (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 7). Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 1992, 2013. ISBN 978-1- 940212-09- 8. (Cost: $18.99) 2. Tomlinson, A. J. The Last Great Conflict (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 1). Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 1984, 2011. ISBN 978-1- 889505-82- 4. (Cost: $15.99) 3. Tomlinson, A. J. General Assembly Annual Addresses, 1911 1927 (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 2). Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 2011. ISBN 978-1- 889505-81- 7. (Cost $18.99) 4. Tomlinson, A. J. General Assembly Annual Addresses, 1928 1943 (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 3). Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 2012. ISBN 978-1- 889505-84- 8. (Cost $19.99) 5. Tomlinson, A. J. Diary of A.J. Tomlinson 1901-1924 (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 5). Compiled by H. Ortiz and A. Varlack. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 2012. ISBN 978-1- 889505-91- 6. (Cost: $18.99) 6. Tomlinson, A. J. Diary of A.J. Tomlinson 1925-1943 (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 6). Compiled by H. Ortiz and A. Varlack. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 2013. ISBN 978-1- 889505-93- 0. (Cost: $15.99) Recommended Texts 1. Varlack, Adrian, Sr. Foundations: Church of God of Prophecy Concise History, Polity, Doctrine, and Future. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 2010. ISBN 978-1- 889505-77- 0. (Cost: $13.99) 2. Spurling, R. G. The Lost Link. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 1920. ISBN 1-889505- 48- x. (Cost: $3.99) 3. Tomlinson, A. J. God s Pioneer (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 4). Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 1962, 2012. ISBN 978-1- 889505-83- 1. (Cost $17.99) 2
Methodology (Course Requirements) 1. Attendance and participation are mandatory. 2. Book Review Each student is to provide a two- page critical review for the book of his/her choice from the required reading. In this review, the student is to indicate which theological/doctrinal teachings became part of the doctrinal tenants of the Church of God of Prophecy. This book review is to be turned in on the first day of class. The book chosen for this review cannot be the subject for the final paper. 3. Final paper: The final paper is a historical analysis paper, not a sermon nor a testimony. It is to be based on one of the required texts but not the one chosen for the book review. It should be eight (8) pages excluding the front page, outline page, end notes and bibliography. The final paper should be double- spaced and should contain no less than 15 references. The theme for the final paper will have to be approved by the professor. 4. Transmission of Final Paper: The final paper should be sent by e- mail to Dr. Hector Ortiz, hortiz@cogop.org and to kosborn@cogop.org. The due date for the final paper is October 31, 2014. DUE DATE FOR FINAL PAPER October 31, 2014 Important Information Academic Honesty Students are on their honor to complete assignments with integrity. This means that all written assignments are to reflect the student s own work and to be submitted for credit only in this course. Relative to the entire course of study, it must be stressed that cheating and plagiarism (using the intellectual property [works] of others without proper citation credit, giving the impression that it is the student s own work) are not acceptable. Student Responsibility The syllabus is being sent well in advance of the class. Students have plenty of time to obtain their books and complete the reading assignments and the book review which is due upon arrival the first day of class. Those who do not complete this assignment and turn it in by the due date will receive a ½ grade reduction in their final grade. If both the reading assignments and the book review are late, it will result in a full letter- grade reduction. 3
Intensive/Residence September 11-14, 2014 1. Participation in class discussions relative to the professor s lectures is expected. 2. During the residency period, some historical films will be shown. 3. In order to facilitate discussion, we will use focus groups. Each focus group will analyze certain aspects of leadership connected to the film and readings. Also, each focus group will report their views in order to deal with the critical aspect of class material. Grading Required Reading 15% Critical Book Review 30% Focus Group Presentation & Attendance 15% Final Paper 40% Remember: Final Paper due date is October 31, 2014. 4
Reference Bibliography (Selective) Davidson, C.T. Upon this Rock, 3 Volumes. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House & Press, 1973. Duggar, Lillie. A. J. Tomlinson: Former General Overseer of the Church of God. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 1964. General Assembly Minutes: 1906-1914; Photographic Reproductions of the First Ten General Assembly Minutes. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 1992. Preston, Daniel D. The Era of A. J. Tomlinson. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House & Press, 1984. Robins, R. G. A. J. Tomlinson: Plainfolk Modernist. New York, NY: Oxford University Press, 2004. Pruitt, Raymond M. Fundamentals of the Faith. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 1981. Spurling, R. G. The Lost Link. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 1920. ISBN 1-889505- 48- x Stone, James. The Church of God of Prophecy: History & Polity. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House & Press, 1977. Tomlinson, A. J. Diary of A. J. Tomlinson, edited by Homer Tomlinson. Queens Village, NY: Church of God World Headquarters, 1949.. Diary of A. J. Tomlinson, 1901 1924 (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 5). Compiled by Dr. Hector Ortiz and Adrian Varlack, Sr. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 2012.. Diary of A. J. Tomlinson, 1925 1943 (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 6). Compiled by Dr. Hector Ortiz and Adrian Varlack, Sr. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 2013.. General Assembly Annual Addresses, 1911 1927 (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 2). Indexed by Dr. Hector Ortiz and Adrian Varlack, Sr. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 2011.. General Assembly Annual Addresses, 1928 1943 (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 3). Indexed by Dr. Hector Ortiz and Adrian Varlack, Sr. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 2012.. God s Pioneer (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 4). Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 2012. ISBN 978-1- 889505-83- 1. 5
. The Last Great Conflict (The Church of God Movement Heritage Series, Volume 1). Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 1984. ISBN 978-1- 889505-82- 4. Tomlinson, M. A. The Glorious Church of God. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House & Press, 1968. Varlack, Adrian, Sr. Foundations: Church of God of Prophecy Concise History, Polity, Doctrine, and Future. Cleveland, TN: White Wing Publishing House, 2010. 6
MC601 - History of the Church of God of Prophecy Tentative Class Schedule (Subject to Change) Thursday, September 11, 2014 8:30 a.m. Devotion 8:45 Orientation/Class Registration 9:15 Class Introduction 10:30 Recess 10:45 Class A. J. Tomlinson Era 12:30 p.m. Lunch 1:30 Class A. J. Tomlinson Era (continue) 3:30 Recess 3:45 Beginning of Pentecostal Movement 6:00 Dismissal Friday, September 12, 2014 8:30 a.m. Devotion 8:45 Class A. J. Tomlinson Era (continue) 10:15 Recess 10:30 Class The Schism 12:30 p.m. Lunch 1:30 Class Recovery/Later Work 3:30 Recess 3:45 Class A. J. Tomlinson, Final Days 6:00 Dismissal Saturday, September 13, 2014 8:30 a.m. Devotion 8:45 Class M. A. Tomlinson Era 10:15 Recess 10:30 Class Maintenance 12:30 p.m. Lunch 1:30 Class Maintenance (continue) 3:30 Recess 3:45 Class Billy D. Murray Era 6:00 Dismissal 7
MC601 - History of the Church of God of Prophecy Tentative Class Schedule (continued) Sunday, September 14, 2014 8:30 a.m. Devotion 8:45 Class Transition 10:45 Recess 11:00 Class Doctrinal Adjustments/Polity 1:00 p.m. Dismissal 8
History of the Church of God of Prophecy MC 601 CoGoP History Reading Assignment Log Sheet Course Requirements: There is required reading for the class. This sheet is to be turned in the first day of class along with your critical book review. Indicate below what you have read as this is part of your final grade. General Assembly Minutes: 1906-1914; Photographic Reproductions of the First Ten General Assembly Minutes Tomlinson, A. J., Diary of A.J. Tomlinson 1901-1924 Tomlinson, A. J., Diary of A.J. Tomlinson 1925-1943 Tomlinson, A. J., General Assembly Annual Addresses, 1911 1927 Tomlinson, A. J., General Assembly Annual Addresses, 1928 1943 Tomlinson, A. J., The Last Great Conflict Pages read Pages read Pages read Pages read Pages read Pages read Have you read the syllabus and understood its content? Yes No Request to write the final paper in Descending Order 1 2 3 Name of Student Address: E- mail: Phone: 9