Please join us for the Great Oregon Divot on October 17, 2009, at the beautiful Aspen Lakes Golf Course in Sisters, OR www.aspenlakes.com to benefit the Kilns College: School of Theology and Missions.

The event will include a 4-person scramble, lunch, dinner and awards presentation. Featured events for the day will include: Hole in One Contests, Closest to the Pin Contest, Mulligans, Player Gifts, Longest Drive Contest, Putting Contest, Raffle, Super Ticket, Auction and much more.

Entry to the event is tax deductible. We’ll look forward to seeing you on October 17th at Aspen Lakes.  For more information, you can e-mail Greg Cazimier at gdcaz@bendcable.com.

Check out the new Kilns College’s promo video!!  Filmed and made by Beth Fischer and Ben Edwards.  Simply click on the video link below the picture.

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The Fall term lasts from September 14 – December 18, 2009:

Critical Thinking (PH – 112)

This course will examine the relationship between faith and reason and the biblical and theological basis for training our minds. We will learn how to assess and respond to arguments raised against Christianity. We will study the basics of logic and learn to identify informal logical fallacies. We will also discuss how to get the most out of reading. This class is for anyone who wishes to love the Lord with all their mind. 

(Monday, 6:30 – 9:00 pm, Credits 3, Instructor: Rick Gerhardt)

Old Testament Survey (OT – 101)

An introductory overview of the Old Testament which includes a historical chronology of the key events and personalities in the Old Testament, and a synopsis of key literary features of the Old Testament.  Outcomes include the ability to (1) present 3 reasonable arguments on the benefits of studying the Old Testament, (2) identify from the English version, all of the sections of the Old Testament and all the Old Testament books within each section, and (3) identify 50 historical “highpoints” of the Old Testament in chronological order.

(Tuesday, 6:30 – 9:00 pm, Credits 3, Instructor: Dr. Rob Pearson)

The History and Philosophy of Human Rights (MI – 102)

The purpose of the course is to present an introductory examination of Human Rights from an Evangelical Christian perspective. The main outcome goals are (1) to help the student understand the historical and philosophical development of human rights around the world, and (2) to assist the student in understanding a Biblical basis and nature for human rights.

(Wednesday mornings, 9:00 – 11:30 am, Credits 3, Instructors:  Mike Caba & Ken Wytsma)

The Book of Matthew (NT – 211)

The purpose of this course is to edify followers of Jesus Christ through an understanding of the Gospel of Matthew, its purpose, and how its components contribute to that purpose. Intended goals for this course include: 1) the student being able to explain the significance of the events in the life of Christ as recorded in Matthew and their contribution to Matthew’s purpose and 2) the student increasing in their love for Christ and conviction to follow Him.

(Wednesday, 6:30 – 9:00 pm, Credits 3, Instructor: Pastor John Lodwick)

Renaissance to Contemporary Art  (ART – 103)

This class in an overview of art history that examines the major movements, ideas, artists and works of art from the Renaissance to Post Modernism.  Emphasis is placed upon understanding art from a Christian perspective including the ideas that God is the ultimate artist and that it is to his glory that we create art.

(4 weekend seminars: Sept 18 & 19, Oct 2 & 3, Oct 9 & 10 or 16 & 17, Nov 6 & 7,  Credits 3, Instructors:  Dr. Wes Hurd and Sarah Vander Neut (Lodwick))

Art Practicum – Photgraphy

Focused exploration of photography covering creative, technical and historical aspects.

(Thursday nights, 6:30-8 pm, Credits 2, Instructors:  Jane Johnson (Ethni Photography) & Ben Edwards (Benjamin Edwards Photography))

- Cost for each class is $50 per credit unit if auditing, or $75 per unit for credit. There is also a onetime registration fee of $20 for auditing students or $45 for credit.

- For more information about future classes or to register for current classes, please visit the academics link on the main page of the Kilns website and click on registration.

Thanks to everyone who made the Kilns College Fundraiser a success!  We could not have done it without you!

Here are some pics from the event:

 

On July 25th 2009 Kilns College will be hosting a fundraiser at Kilns Bookstore.

Proceeds from this event will go to support Kilns College’s current Theology/Missions/Arts 1-year programs and also will assist us in developing and implementing our Associate of Arts degree!

The event will feature live music, a catered dinner, drinks and a silent auction. Doors open at 6:30 pm.

Tickets are $10 per person. If you are interested in attending, please contact Kim Hunt at kim@kilnscollege.org to order tickets.

So mark your calendars to spend your Saturday evening with us, enjoying great food, live music and supporting Kilns College!

If you haven’t been to the bookstore lately, come by and check out it’s new facelift!  We have ordered a ton of new books including the popular Moleskin journals.  

All books throughout the summer will be 10% off.  If you don’t see the book you are looking for, let us know. We will order it for you and give you 10% off!!

Kilns Bookstore is located at 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 44 in the Old Mill Marketplace.  If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to e-mail us at info@kilnscollege.org

 

Join us Saturday, May 30th at 9:30 am for a breakfast at Kilns College!

 

This is a great opportunity for you to meet the  Kilns College staff and find out more about the college, classes and our degree programs!

 

E-mail Kim Hunt at kim@kilnscollege.org if you are interested in attending!

The Fall term lasts from September 14 – December 18, 2009:

Old Testament Survey (OT – 101)

An introductory overview of the Old Testament which includes a historical chronology of the key events and personalities in the Old Testament, and a synopsis of key literary features of the Old Testament.  Outcomes include the ability to (1) present 3 reasonable arguments on the benefits of studying the Old Testament, (2) identify from the English version, all of the sections of the Old Testament and all the Old Testament books within each section, and (3) identify 50 historical “highpoints” of the Old Testament in chronological order.

(Monday, 6:30 – 9:00 pm, Credits 3, Instructor: Dr. Rob Pearson)

 

Critical Thinking (PH – 112)

This course will examine the relationship between faith and reason and the biblical and theological basis for training our minds. We will learn how to assess and respond to arguments raised against Christianity. We will study the basics of logic and learn to identify informal logical fallacies. We will also discuss how to get the most out of reading. This class is for anyone who wishes to love the Lord with all their mind. 

(Tuesday, 6:30 – 9:00 pm, Credits 3, Instructor: Rick Gerhardt)

 

The History and Philosophy of Human Rights (MI – 102)

The purpose of the course is to present an introductory examination of Human Rights from an Evangelical Christian perspective. The main outcome goals are (1) to help the student understand the historical and philosophical development of human rights around the world, and (2) to assist the student in understanding a Biblical basis and nature for human rights.

(Wednesday mornings, 9:00 – 11:30 am, Credits 3, Instructors:  Mike Caba & Ken Wytsma)

 

The Book of Matthew (NT – 211)

The purpose of this course is to edify followers of Jesus Christ through an understanding of the Gospel of Matthew, its purpose, and how its components contribute to that purpose. Intended goals for this course include: 1) the student being able to explain the significance of the events in the life of Christ as recorded in Matthew and their contribution to Matthew’s purpose and 2) the student increasing in their love for Christ and conviction to follow Him.

(Wednesday, 6:30 – 9:00 pm, Credits 3, Instructor: Pastor John Lodwick)

 

Renaissance to Contemporary Art  (ART – 103)

This class in an overview of art history that examines the major movements, ideas, artists and works of art from the Renaissance to Post Modernism.  Emphasis is placed upon understanding art from a Christian perspective including the ideas that God is the ultimate artist and that it is to his glory that we create art.

(4 weekend seminars: Sept 18 & 19, Oct 2 & 3, Oct 9 & 10 or 16 & 17, Nov 6 & 7,  Credits 3, Instructors:  Dr. Wes Hurd and Sarah Vander Neut (Lodwick))

 

Art Practicum – Photgraphy

Details to be announced soon.

(Thursday nights, 8 weeks, 7-8 pm, Credits 1, Instructors:  Jane Johnson (Ethni Photography) & Ben Edwards (Benjamin Edwards Photography))

- Cost for each class is $50 per credit unit if auditing, or $75 per unit for credit. There is also a onetime registration fee of $20 for auditing students or $45 for credit.

- For more information about future classes or to register for current classes, please visit the academics link on the main page of the Kilns website and click on registration.

Kilns College is now offering a new 1-Year Degree program in Bible & Arts!

In addition to your required core Bible classes you can also take classes in; Art History, Photography, Graphic Arts, Painting, Global Arts and Art Practicum.

If you are interested in registering for the degree program for Fall 2009, contact Kim Hunt at kim@antiochchurch.org.

Now you can enjoy the convenience of making monthly gifts to Kilns College by having the amount you select automatically deducted from your checking or savings account or you can have it charged to your credit card. There is no minimum monthly amount to enroll and deductions/charges will occur on the 15th of each month.

Click below to download both sides of the attached form to sign up!  Then simply mail it to P.O. Box 673 Bend, OR 97709 or you can e-mail it to kim@kilnscollege.org. 

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Kilns College is excited to be adding another new director to the team!  Dara Christoff will be joining us as Director of Financial Aid!  Prior to moving to Bend, Dara worked in the financial aid department at a 4-year university.  We are so excited to have her knowledge and expertise at Kilns College! 

We are giving the Kilns College Website a Face-Lift!!  This is just a sample of what the website will look like in a couple of months.  Among other things, the new website will be a lot easier to use and more interactive.  Look also for new pictures, video’s, events and much, much more!!  We will keep you up to date as the website progresses.

Kilns College is excited to be adding two new directors to the team!  Trish Lavik will be joining us as Director of Admissions and Rich Waller will be the Director of Conferences.  We are so privileged to have them be a part of the College.  We look forward to all that God will be doing through them!

Winter/Spring Term at Kilns College has officially begun!  We have 70 students in 4 classes ranging from Bible Study Methods to Hymnic/Wisdom Literature.  

Many thanks to all of you who not only signed up for a class but also supported us this term…

Here are some pictures from the Hymnic/Wisdom Literature class:

 

Recently, our very own Kilns College instructor Mike Caba, had an article he wrote published in the Bible & Spade magazine!  We are so excited for him, and are privileged to have him on staff at the Kilns.  Great job Mike!  

Here is his article:

Winter/Spring term at Kilns College starts this week!  It’s not to late to register for classes!  Just visit www.kilnscollege.com and under the academics link on the main page click on course curriculum or registration.  Listed below are the four classes that will be offered.

HERMENEUTICS/BIBLE STUDY METHODS (BI 102) - Monday’s 6:30-8:30 p.m., Units 2, Instructor: Schaumloeffel

SCIENCE & THE BIBLE (SC 101) - Tuesday’s 7-9 p.m., Units: 2, Instructor: Gerhardt

INTRODUCTION TO HYMNIC AND WISDOM LITERATURE/ PSALMS (OT 211) - Thursday’s – 6:30-8 p.m., Units: 2, Instructor: Brestel

SONG OF SOLOMON (OT 212) - Wednesday’s – 7-9 p.m., Units: 2, Instructor: Kizziar

Cost for each class is $50 per credit unit if auditing, or $75 per unit for credit. There is also a onetime registration fee of $20 for auditing students or $45 for credit.

Also, join us this Sunday evening, January 25th from 7-8:30 pm at the Kilns Bookstore for the Kilns College Winter/Spring Term Kick-Off event!  Rick Gerhardt, instructor at Kilns College will be giving a lecture on a very relevant topic, Christianity and the Environment.

Come enjoy some food and fellowship and hear about the new classes being offered!  Everyone is welcome to attend!

Join us Sunday evening, January 25th from 7-8:30 pm at the Kilns Bookstore for the Kilns College Winter/Spring Term Kick-Off event!  Rick Gerhardt, instructor at Kilns College will be giving a lecture on a very relevant topic, Christianity and the environment.

Come enjoy some food and fellowship and hear about the new classes being offered!  Everyone is welcome to attend!

Last Thursday evening, December 11th, Emmanuel Ndikumana, Advisory Board member at Kilns College and founder of Partners Trust International (PTI) in Burundi, Africa, spoke at Kilns Bookstore.  He shared about the social and political issues surrounding Burundi, Africa, how PTI Bible School is getting involved, and the history of religion and missions in Burundi.

Here are some pictures from the event!

 

 

Join us Thursday evening, December 11th at 7 pm for a lecture by Emmanuel Ndikumana, Advisory Board member at Kilns College and founder of Partners Trust International (PTI) in Burundi, Africa.  

The lecture will be held at Kilns Bookstore, located at the Old Mill Marketplace on 550 NW Industrial Way, Suite #44 Bend, Oregon 97702.

Emmanuel will share with us the social and political issues surrounding Burundi, Africa and how PTI Bible School is getting involved.

It will be an evening you and your friends will not want to miss out on!

“Kilns College Missions Dept.” fundraiser has been rolling along for a month now and is nearing the finish line. Have you been curious about helping but aren’t sure how? It’s easy and there is still time left to make a difference.
 
You can join this worthy Cauze by doing something as simple as making a small change in your consumer habits and ordering Cauzal Coffee instead of the “other brand.” When you do, we’ll send you a freshly roasted shipment of coffee so good it will surprise you! And we’ll give 33% of your purchase price directly to “Kilns College Missions Dept.”.

1.  Go to the Cauzal coffee website: www.cauzal.com/mycauze1250.

2.  Pick from six delicious coffee options and add them to your basket.

3. When you checkout, click on the cauze your purchase will go to (Kilns College Missions Development)

4.  Above and beyond buying coffee for the Kilns, you can also make a tax deductible donation on the Cauzal Website. 

Help support Kilns College by purchasing items for Christmas at the Kilns Bookstore!  With items for sale from over 7 different Human Rights Organizations, it is a great way to get a gift while supporting a cause.

We also have a variety of books for sale in subjects ranging from history to human rights, theology to classical literature!  Gifts also range in prices from just a couple of dollars and larger.  

The Kilns Bookstore is open Monday-Friday, noon to 4 and Saturday 10-4.  Make sure you check out our After Thanksgiving Day Sale to find discounts on a variety of books and gifts throughout the store!

The Winter/Spring term lasts from January 26 – May 8, 2009:

HERMENEUTICS/BIBLE STUDY METHODS (BI 102)

This class will give you the practical tools and essential principles for interpreting and studying the Bible- a foundation for all of life and ministry.  (Monday’s 6:30-9 p.m., Units 2, Instructor: Schaumloeffel)

SCIENCE & THE BIBLE (SC 101)

This course will examine the historical and present interaction of science and Christianity and how the latest scientific discoveries relate to the Christian worldview.  We will discuss how science informs Christian understanding and how the Bible informs science.  Topics will include history of science, philosophy of science, dual revelation, cosmology, the anthropic principle, scientific naturalism, evolution, intelligent design, and the age of the earth and universe.  (Tuesday’s 7-9 p.m., Units: 2, Instructor: Gerhardt)

INTRODUCTION TO HYMNIC AND WISDOM LITERATURE/ PSALMS (OT 201)

Old Testament wisdom literature (Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes) is filled with insights on living life to its intended fullest while avoiding dead end streets.  The student will learn how to interpret and employ biblical wisdom in daily life as well as identify the various types of Psalms and develop a deeper appreciation for Hebrew poetry.  (Thursday’s – Time TBA, Units: 2, Instructor: Brestel)

SONG OF SOLOMON (OT 202)

The Song of Solomon is the inventor’s definitive word on sexuality, romance, marriage and relationships…all set to music…we need to see, hear and feel the beat of a love that “has it all” before we can actually create it. We desperately need to be reprogrammed!

We need a new Song we can learn to sing with abandon…not just hum along with it, or just sing when we’re alone in the car…but something we can sing at the top of our lungs in a culture that is singing something really different. A song you can’t get out of your head!  (Wednesday’s – Time TBA, Units: 2, Instructor: Kizziar)

- Cost for each class is $50 per credit unit if auditing, or $75 per unit for credit. There is also a onetime registration fee of $20 for auditing students or $45 for credit.

- For more information about future classes or to register for current classes, please visit the academics link on the main page of the Kilns website and click on course curriculum or registration.

This past Saturday was the Great Oregon Divot at Aspen Lakes Golf Course.  It was a huge success, raising over $12,000 for Kilns College!  Thanks to everyone who was involved…we couldn’t have done it without you! 

Here are a few photo’s from the big day…  

We had to include one of the president swinging that golf club with all of his might!

This Saturday, October 18th is the Great Oregon Divot at the beautiful Aspen Lakes Golf Course in Sisters, OR, benefitting Kilns College.

The event will include a 4-person scramble, lunch, dinner and awards presentation. Featured events for the day will include: Hole in One Contests, Closest to the Pin Contest, Mulligans, Player Gifts, Longest Drive Contest, Putting Contest, Raffle, Super Ticket, Auction and much more.

It is not to late to register to play visit http://www.golfdigestplanner.com/7207-GreatOregonDivot/.

Check out the article below:

Kilns College

by ALLISON BRANDOW

CNNW intern reporter

            Eight students. Five classes. New faculty and staff. A goal to change the world.

            That is how Kilns College, a Christian college in Bend, Ore., will begin the school year on Sept. 8. Its first semester, staff members hope, will ignite the development of a uniquely focused school.

            “Education should be built around your calling,” college president Ken Wystma said, “and these days it’s designed around vocation. It’s not [usually] tied to the person and their calling.”

            As a school of theology and mission, Kilns College aims to prepare students for biblically strong cultural involvement based on students’ callings, no matter what their vocations.

            “Our approach [is] not just providing head knowledge, but trying to make it end-oriented, goal-oriented, missional, relevant, biblical head knowledge,” professor Rick Gerhardt said. “It [isn’t] teaching dry class work or even teaching just Bible, but Bible with a life goal: ‘How is this going to make a difference in my life? How is it going to set me up to making a difference in my world today?’”

            For the first semester, Kilns is offering four classes: personal calling and mission, the Bible and archaeology, foundations/perspectives (history and philosophy) and advanced apologetics. It offers these classes to full-time students and auditors.

            Wystma said that during the first year, most students will be auditors from the central Oregon community. He expects 20 to 30 more students next year, many of them full-time. But Wystma wants the college to remain small, topping out around 100 full-time students.

            Administrators of Kilns College want to keep tuition low. According to Kim Hunt, auditors may take classes for $50 per unit, while for-credit students will pay $75 per unit. Wystma hopes the low cost will help students exit college with fewer loans, thus enabling them to enter missions work easily.

            The school plans to renovate an old motel in Bend for students to live in. And because Kilns College will concentrate its curriculum on theology and missions, students will accumulate general education credits at Central Oregon Community College in Bend. This will allow students to stay connected with and influence their community.

            Kilns College is not accredited but received state approval to issue diplomas. The school also has transfer agreements with several Christian colleges in the Northwest.

            Kilns College, although essentially new, is a conversion of High Desert Christian College, which was formed in Bend about seven years ago. In December 2007, the board of High Desert Christian College proposed that Antioch Church in Bend take over administration of the school. Wystma, pastor at Antioch Church, agreed, and along with vice president Kim Hunt and others he began to re-shape the school.

            After alteration of the name, revision of the mission and modification of the desired target demographic, Kilns College began. According to Wystma, it barely resembles High Desert Christian College, keeping only the previous assets and state approvals.

            The change from High Desert Christian College to Kilns College will benefit students, Gerhardt said. “Kilns wants to be balanced and missional, and to follow Christ in making a difference with the poor,” he said, “not just spreading the evangelical message but making their lives better because of the gospel.”