PC 323 Course at a Glance
Peacemaking Pastor
Lecturing Faculty: Dr. Alfred Poirier
Effective for the 2025-2026 Academic Year
Course Description
This course will present a Reformed and biblical theology of conflict and reconciliation in the context of pastoral ministry. The God of reconciliation through Christ's reconciling work grounds the course as it addresses common conflicts in the local church and the path of peace dealing with repentance, confession of sin, forgiveness, conflict counseling, negotiation, mediation, and church discipline and restoration—all to equip pastors and church members to lay a foundation of biblical peacemaking in their local churches.
Books to Purchase
The books listed below are required readings which students should acquire by the start of the term. Additional required readings will be listed in the course syllabus and available electronically in Canvas.
Estimated Workload
| Lectures | Readings | Assignments |
| 1 | 0-50 | 1.9 |
| Hours Per Week | Pages Per Week | Hours Per Week |
Course Assignments
The assignments listed below are provided for general guidance for students to reference as they plan and register. Please reach out to support@wts.edu if you have any questions.
- 4 Live Meetings
- 1 Reflection Paper [2 pages]
- 3 Supplemental Lectures [1 hour each]
- 1 Review Paper [8 pages]
- 1 Midterm Exam
- 1 Final Exam
Synchronous Meeting Times
Please note the synchronous sessions listed below. These sessions are live class meetings where you will meet with your instructor and fellow classmates. Though attendance is highly encouraged as these sessions are integral to the course, students may submit an alternative assignment. Please note, attendance is required during the meeting times listed. If you cannot attend regularly, then please reach out to support@wts.edu before registering for the course.
The following meeting dates are for the Summer 2025 term (the specific time will be posted shortly):
- Live Class Meeting #1: Monday, 6/16
- Live Class Meeting #2: Wednesday, 7/2
- Live Class Meeting #3: Wednesday, 7/23
- Live Class Meeting #4: Wednesday, 8/13