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3.00 Credits
Study of the stages in the family life cycle, with attention to the factors that cause the family unit to separate during the cycle. Special emphasis on studying one’s own family of origin in light of both Scripture and society’s messages about what family should be. Opportunity to consider preparation for one’s own future family development.
Prerequisite:
Senior standing; [GES110; THE201; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course] or [GES246; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course].
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3.00 Credits
Readings and discussion of a number of novels and short stories, examining characters and their values, and responses in the face of complex life situations. Insights of narrative theologians will be used to think about building character as individuals and the role of the community in this process.
Prerequisite:
Senior standing; [GES110; THE201; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course] or [GES246; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course].
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3.00 Credits
Exploration of diverse women’s spiritual experiences by reading spiritual autobiographies, biblical feminist writings, and research on gender and religion. Discussion of how gender influences religious institutions and Christian women’s faith. Students write their own spiritual autobiographies.
Prerequisite:
Senior standing; [GES110; THE201; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course] or [GES246; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course].
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of the theological issues raised by J.R.R. Tolkien’s "Middle Earth" writings. Theological themes such as evil, salvation, and power will be discussed, with an emphasis placed on choices the characters in the story make with regard to those themes. Attention will also be given to philosophical and literary assumptions/methodologies employed by the author.
Prerequisite:
Senior standing; [GES110; THE201; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course] or [GES246; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course].
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3.00 Credits
The dynamics of global peacemaking are drawn from the Christian and biblical perspectives to understand the meaning of peacemaking and how absence of peace affects positive social change. This course, through a service-learning component, explores nonviolent alternatives in addressing social problems such as poverty, hunger, environmental depletion, etc. Prerequisites: Senior standing; [GES110; THE201; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course] or [GES246; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course].
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3.00 Credits
Reading, writing, and viewing contemporary spiritual narratives that explore the dimensions of one’s call to the Christian life in the contemporary world. Materials are selected for their spiritual, cultural, and literary value and include both traditional Christian authors (e.g., C.S. Lewis or Dietrich Bonhoeffer) and more recent writers (e.g., Anne Lamott or Lauren Winner).
Prerequisite:
Senior standing; [GES110; THE201; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course] or [GES246; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course].
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3.00 Credits
An examination of significant events and trends of the past century in light of Christian values. Topics include the environment, military intervention, immigration, and the place of the federal government in national life. An understanding of diverse Christian responses to such issues in their historical context, and implications of these perspectives for the 21st century.
Prerequisite:
Senior standing; [GES110; THE201; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course] or [GES246; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course].
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3.00 Credits
How technological advances have increased our abilities to conceive, sustain, and alter human lives. How to make morally responsible decisions that shape a just society. Moral issues such as healthcare practices, reproductive methods, allocation of healthcare resources, and biomedical research.
Prerequisite:
Senior standing; [GES110; THE201; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course] or [GES246; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course].
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3.00 Credits
Attempts to understand selected themes of social justice in the United States and the global community. Examines viewpoints of different groups of Christians concerning issues such as the market economy and business, the positive and negative consequences of international trade, the debate about the fairness of public policies in the United States, and the global community. Explores possible actions of concerned and compassionate Christians in collaboration with others to address problems of social injustice.
Prerequisite:
Senior standing; [GES110; THE201; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course] or [GES246; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course].
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the positions held by different scientists and Christians in regard to the origins of humans, of the world, and the interpretation of Genesis 1 and 2.
Prerequisite:
Senior standing; [GES110; THE201; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course] or [GES246; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course].
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