Jim Engle

Professor Emeritus/OT

Emeriti

LocationSeminary 230

Phone4275

E-Mailenglej@emu.edu

Education

BA, Messiah University
THB, Mennonite Biblical Seminary
PHD, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary

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Biography

Jim has been teaching Old Testament and Biblical Hebrew at EMS since 1984.

His interest in ARCHAEOLOGY colors his teaching. Before coming to EMU Jim participated in archaeological digs for parts of four summers in Jordan and Israel. A Google search on “pillar figurines, Engle” or “Engle, Asherah” will bring up references to a particular area of Jim’s interest.

Jim is fascinated by ETHIOPIAN languages and society which connects to the ancient Hebrew language and society. His marriage to Peg (Groff) Engle, long-time missionary nurse in Ethiopia. has led to several teaching terms at Meserete Kristos College and to the formation of numerous friendships in Ethiopia.

Jim writes SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSONS. His latest contribution to Adult Bible Study (Uniform Lessons) Menno-Media, appeared in Winter 2011-2012.

Mission Statement

I try to increase appreciation for, and understanding of, the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) as an important part of our Judeo-Christian faith tradition. I encourage people of faith to use passages of scripture and biblical concepts in personal applications, in corporate worship/celebration, and in ethical considerations, as well as in working generally for a just society. I remind people that the story of God at work in the world to create a people pleasing to God, extends from the earliest biblical accounts on into our present era.

Publications

	Citation	Pub. Date	Month	Day
360	Adult Bible Study, Winter 2011-2012, Vol. 76:2 (Uniform Series, International Sunday School Lessons), Menno-Media, Harrisonburg, VA, 2011.
361	Adult Bible Study, Winter 2008-2009, Vol. 73:2 (Uniform Series, International Sunday School Lessons), Mennonite Publishing Network, Scottdale, PA, 2008.
362	Adult Bible Study, Spring 2006, Vol. 70:3 (Uniform Series, International Sunday School Lessons), Mennonite Publishing Network, Scottdale, PA, 2005.
363	Adult Bible Study, Winter 2003-2004, Vol. 69:2 (Uniform Series, International Sunday School Lessons), Mennonite Publishing Network, Scottdale, PA, 2003.
364	Adult Bible Study Guide, Fall 1997, Vol. 62:1 (Uniform Series, International Sunday School Lessons), Mennonite Publishing House, Scottdale, PA, 1997.
365	Adult Bible Study Guide, Fall 1996, Vol. 61:1 (Uniform Series, International Sunday School Lessons), Mennonite Publishing House, Scottdale, PA, 1996.
366	Basics of Biblical Languages Workbook, 2002 , unpublished, but reproduced for class use at EMS.

Exhibits, Performances and Productions

“Archaeology and the Bible,” 5 sessions for Lifelong Learning Institute via James Madison University, Fall 2011.
“Lessons on Jeremiah,” co-taught with Duane Yoder, series of 6 Wednesday evenings at Lindale Mennonite Church, Fall 2010.
Sermon: “Reunions, Tombstones …” at Northern Virginia Mennonite Church, 8-13-06.
Presentations on “Archaeology – Especially from Bible Times,” for Career Day, Shenandoah Valley Adventist Elementary School, 3-3-06.

Church, Community and Professional Service

Treasurer of MK College Link, a committee supporting Meserete Kristos College in Ethiopia, 2001- .

Professional Memberships

Society for Biblical Literature

EMU Service

*Faculty Status Committee 2010-2011
*Seminary Fellowship Committee 2010-2011

Thesis adviser for M.A. thesis completed 2007.
Library Director search committee 2006-2007.