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3.00 Credits
Study of the nature of religious symbols and ritual, in particular Christian rituals and sacraments, in terms of their foundations in human experience and in their history within the Church. This course will also include a comparative study of Christian rituals with other multi-cultural rituals or those of other religions.
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3.00 Credits
This course on prayer in the area of spirituality will be divided into three segments: various ways to approach God; the God who is approached; and the individual who approaches God. The first part of the course will examine different classical and contemporary types of prayer. Each class will provide an experiential dimension of these prayer forms. The second part will study the language, images and metaphors used to speak of God. The third part of the course will utilize a variety of ways that can indicate prayer forms best suited to an individual. Prerequisite: ENG 101
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3.00 Credits
The social teachings of the Church have often been depicted as its best kept secret. Church and Social Justice explores the social teachings of the Church and their application to the concrete economic, social, and political problems of the contemporary world. The course focuses on social issues such as poverty, hunger, racism, immigration, war, the environment, and workers’ and human rights. Prerequisite: ENG 101
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3.00 Credits
This course will examine selected theological issues and their historical context related to the growth, development, and experience of Christianity and Protestant Christianity in the United States from colonial times to the present. Such issues may include mission, immigration/ethnicity, inculturation, spirituality, and evangelization. Prerequisite: ENG 101 recommended.
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3.00 Credits
This course is about women in the Bible and women and the Bible. It will be based on the study of the rich heritage of the stories of women in the biblical narrative which range from the strong leadership of women to “terror-filled” stories about women. In addition, the course will explore the following questions: What were the general attitudes towards women based on the biblical texts that emerged in a patriarchal world? Through the use of biblical critical methods, what are the modern day attitudes towards women based on biblical texts? And finally, how do we explain the attitudes that women have towards the bible which range from complete rejection to unconditional acceptance?
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3.00 Credits
This course is an academic study of the nature of Christian spirituality as both religious and lived experience. The student will be exposed to the biblical and theological foundations of Christian spirituality, its overall origins and development, and the varieties of Christian spiritualities that have appeared throughout history in both groups and in specific individuals who have been viewed as exemplary of Christian spiritual life. Prerequisite: ENG 101 recommended.
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3.00 Credits
The course examines some of the major doctrines of Christian theology in light of women's experiences and theological reflection. These major doctrines include Christology, creation, sin, redemption, theological anthropology, and the church. Prerequisite: ENG 101 recommended.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an opportunity to do advanced study in the field of theology. Prerequisite: approval of Program Director.
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3.00 Credits
Through focused and extensive study on an approved topic of interest, students demonstrate their cumulative ability to research, reflect critically, and think theologically. Presentation of research to faculty members and the public is required. Prerequisite: approval of the Theology Program Director.
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3.00 Credits
This introduction to theatre will acquaint students with each element of the art and discipline of the theatre. The class will explore the development of live performance and touchstone plays. Students will learn about the techniques of acting, directing, and production. Students’ examination of this area will be undertaken through attending lectures, play reading and study, reading aloud in class, and visiting a theatre or theatres in various states of production. No prerequisite.
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