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Course Criteria
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2.00 Credits
An exploration of the dynamics and concepts of Christian spiritual growth and formation, with an emphasis on classic spiritual disciplines such as prayer, meditation, and service. A major component of this learning experience is small-group work, group discussions, and presentations that challenge students to critically and constructively comprehend and chart their own spiritual journeys.
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3.00 Credits
For transfer credit only. This course number is used for religion electives that are transferable but are not content-equivalent to a KCMA course.
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2.00 Credits
An exploration of spiritual power and value of the Psalms. Students explore what the Psalms communicate about God, prayer, praise, worship, and the trials and triumphs of the life of faith.
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2.00 Credits
An exploration of many of the parables of Jesus through reading, thoughtful reflection, group discussion, and guided exposition. The emphasis is on what the parables meant to their original hearers and what the parables mean to us as hearers. Interpretation of the parables is consistent with the larger message of Jesus regarding the Gospel, God, and the kingdom, but seeks the personal meaning in the parables for those of us who encounter them today.
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2.00 Credits
A survey of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ to gain an understanding the challenge and possibilities of discipleship and the witness of the Christian church regarding Jesus.
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2.00 Credits
A verse-by-verse study of a Gospel written to explain why Jesus of Nazareth was accepted by some and rejected by others. John's uses of symbolism, stories, and Jesus' teachings are carefully explored in an effort to convey and help students experience the spirituality of John's connection to Jesus.
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Primarily for transfer students whose previous coursework does not meet content or credit equivalency. Other extenuating circumstances may also require the use of an independent study. A student must submit the independent study request form, available from the records office, before an independent study is granted. Permission is given on an individual basis.
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2.00 Credits
A review of the central teachings of the Christian church employing classic expressions of those teachings. Students will engage both scripture and tradition in familiarizing themselves with Christian doctrine. Particular attention will be devoted to what students can hope for and the opportunity for freedom through faith.
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2.00 Credits
An exploration of the life and letters of the man known as "Paul, the Apostle." While Jesus "created" Christianity by his life, teachings, death, anresurrection, Paul also "created" Christianity by his tireless efforts over somethirty years to proclaim it, distribute it, defend it, explain it, live it, teach it, and die for it. By examining what Paul left behind in his letters, students seek to understand what he understood Christianity to be - and why he was willing to give his life for it.
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2.00 Credits
An examination of character development and evaluation using classic and contemporary literary texts. The interplay of persons and principles forms the focus of the inquiry. What makes a person good? What makes an action right? How are the preceding questions and their answers related to one another? Stories assist students in probing these and related questions.
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