Theology/World Religions 

WR106 - Introduction to Jewish History, Culture and Practice
9 Hours
In this class, students receive an overview of Jewish history, holidays, festivals and life cycles. This class is enlightening and informative on its own or lays the foundation for WR206, Jewish History, Culture and Practice.
Textbooks:
None

WR107 - Introduction to the Hidden Mystery of the Bible
39 Hours
This class, based on Jack Addington's book, The Hidden Mystery of the Bible, introduces New Thought students to the hidden or esoteric meanings of Biblical scriptures. Students begin to understand the deeper meanings of names, places and numbers found in the Bible, and uncover an infinite source of illumination and wisdom.
Textbooks:
The Bible
The Hidden Mystery of the Bible, Jack Addington
The Science of Mind, Ernest Holmes

WR113 - Ancient Mystical Writings
Six-week course introduces various ancient masterpieces, such as the Bhagavad Gita, Bhakti Sutras, and Yoga Sutras. Explore ancient teachings that can be used by anyone on a practical, day-to-day basis, or by yoga practitioners seeking liberation and enlightenment or special powers. The ancient mystical writings introduced in these courses teach the art of living in harmony with the Divine, demonstrate the various phases of spiritual practice (sadhana), and give us clues as to what can be expected as we progress.
Textbooks:
The Song of God, Durga Ma
(Purchased from instructor at first class)

WR114-A - Gnostics: Part 1, Historical Perspectives
9 Hours
In this class, students learn about the discovery of the Gnostic texts and what some scholars believe are the reasons the scriptures were buried. This class focuses on the basic beliefs of the Gnostics and how they believed Jesus was to be experienced on a personal level. It also looks at the similarities of Gnosticism and
Religious Science.
Textbooks:
Gnosticism, Stephan A. Hoeller
The Gnostic Gospels, Elaine Pagels

WR114-B - Gnostics: Part 2, Gospel of Thomas
9 Hours
One of the greatest finds in the Gnostic scriptures was the Gospel of Thomas, a similar but unusual account of the Jesus story as experienced by a disciple. In this class, students delve into the scripture by comparing and contrasting it to the canonized scripture and other biblical writings. This class also looks at the similarities of Gnosticism and Religious Science.
Textbooks:
The Secret Gospel of Thomas, Marvin Meyer 

WR114-C - Gnostics: Part 3, Gospel of Mary Magdalene
9 Hours
In this class, students learn about early Christianity and the Gospel of Mary, with which few people today are acquainted. Written early in the second century CE, the Gospel disappeared for over 1500 years until a single, fragmentary copy in Coptic translation came to light in the late 19th century. This class offers a compelling insight into this lost Gospel.
Textbooks:
The Gospel of Mary of Magdalene, Karen L. King

WR212 - Comparative Religions
39 Hours
Prerequisite: SM101
This course presents seven of the world's great religions and provides an overview for comparative purposes. The materials, presentations and discussions offer enlightening insights into religious diversity throughout the world and explore different approaches to spirituality. In addition, students learn words of wisdom from ancient beliefs and contemporary worship.
Textbooks:
The World's Religions, Huston Smith
What Religious Science Teaches, Ernest Holmes

WR218 - The Book of Revelation
12 Hours
This course provides a study of the metaphysical interpretation of the "Letters to the Seven Churches" and how they can be applied to one's daily life. The course also takes a condensed look at other portions of the Book of Revelation. The intention is to enable the student to look at the symbolism metaphysically and to discover the spiritual foundation of this powerful last book of the Bible.
Textbooks:
The Bible

WR219 - The Life and Teachings of Jesus
12 Hours
This class looks at Jesus’ life as a living example. By applying metaphysical Bible interpretation to his teachings, students can better understand his words: “These things which I do ye also can do and greater things.” (John 14:12) This is a practical course in daily living.
Textbooks:
The Bible

WR220 - The Journeys of Paul
12 Hours
This class explores the teachings of Paul, which have been vastly misunderstood. When looked at
metaphysically, his words convey powerful meaning for today’s student.
Textbooks:
The Bible

WR221 - The Law and the Promised Land
12 Hours
Journeying into the Old Testament, this class offers deep insight into the story of the Israelites coming out of bondage, moving through the wilderness and crossing into the Promised Land. By metaphysically interpreting these events as well as the words of Moses and the training of Joshua, this class reveals the power of learning how to stand firm, how to let go, why to be obedient and how to meet whatever one is faced with.
Textbooks:
The Bible

WR222 - The Prophets of Old
12 Hours
Much is to be learned from the prophets of old. In this class, students look at the work done by Elijah, Elisha and others such as Hosea to see the practicality of their prophecies. Realizing that, metaphysically, a prophet in us is that which listens to God and carries out His word, students begin to recognize their own ability to be a prophet.
Textbook:
The Bible

WR224 The Christ of the Bible
12 hours
This class is taken from John 14:6 "I am The Way, The Truth, and The Life."  It has been designed to let the student experience: what the Christ is, how It works, and what It feels like.  There will be specific readings from the Bible and experiential exercises to take the student to a place of feelings.
Textbook:
The Bible

WR228 Spiritual Powers of the Soul, Parts 1 and 2
24 hours
One of the first actions Jesus took, upon coming into His ministry, was to call Twelve Disciples to Him. This represents, metaphysically, that as we come into higher awareness of who and what we are that we need to call on those mental faculties/spiritual powers at work in us, for us, with us and through us. This course is about how we identify, nurture and utilize these powers. The course is held in two six-week classes with study and a quickening meditation of one power each week.
Textbooks:
None

WR229  How Many Times Must I Forgive?
12 hours
How many times must I forgive? Seven?  No! Seven times seven! Forgiveness is a gift we give ourselves. When we have truly forgiven, the freedom we feel is life transforming. It may not always be easy, but true forgiveness is one of the keys to the Kingdom of our Good! This class looks at what real forgiveness is. What it looks and feels like, how to do it, and why it works. So important is forgiveness that the first words spoken from the cross were "Father, forgive them…."
Textbook:
The Bible

WR230 Agree with Thine Adversary Quickly!
6 hours
Nonresistance is not a new concept. Gandhi taught and used this tool, as did Martin Luther King, Jr.  Jesus and The Buddha taught and lived nonresistance. Learn the life- and world-changing power of nonresistance. If you're struggling with "letting go," this class offers the tools to make it a sacred practice in your life. Learn why Jesus said: "Stand ye still and see the salvation of the Lord."
Textbook:
The Bible

WR410 - Advanced Comparative Religions
30 Hours
Prerequisite: WR212
This course continues the exploration done in WR212 - Comparative Religions by delving even deeper into the beliefs and practices of the seven major religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Islam, Judaism and Christianity. The core values of each religion are explored, and students report on specifics of sacred texts, history, practices, images, music, and/or key individuals for one or more of the religions.
Textbooks:
Wisdom Walk, Sage Bennet

WR415-A - Journey of the Soul: Adventures of the Old Testament
16 Hours
This course looks at the metaphysics of the Old Testament stories to aid students in understanding the unfoldment of their souls’ journey through the struggle to the light. The historical periods of the Old Testament provide an outline of this unfoldment.
Textbooks:
The Creative Life, Eric Butterworth
Discover the Power Within You, Eric Butterworth

WR415-B - Journey of the Soul: Adventures of the New Testament
16 Hours
This course looks at the stories of the New Testament to aid students in understanding the metaphysics of the teachings of Jesus as they relate to the unfoldment of the individual consciousness. As in the Old Testament Adventures class, the historical periods of the Bible provide an outline of this unfoldment.
Textbooks:
The Creative Life, Eric Butterworth
Discover the Power Within You, Eric Butterworth

WR416 - The New Thought Teachings of Jesus
33 Hours
Using the work of contemporary Bible and history scholars, this class invites students to examine Jesus, the man, as well as Jesus, the spiritual master, and to develop a closer relationship with him and with his New
Thought teachings.
Textbooks:
The Philosophy of Jesus for the World Today, Ernest Holmes
The Science of Mind, Ernest Holmes
Jesus for the Non-Religious, John Shelby Spong
The Third Jesus, Deepak Chopra
The Bible