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3.00 Credits
Uses videos, speakers, projects, reading, and discussion to help students learn about major religious traditions of the world. While studying Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, Judaism, Islam, and more, the class learns to appreciate, understand,empathize with,and be enriched by the diverse forms of religious expression. 3 credits.
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An exploration of the intimate link between theology, ministry, and spirituality. Theological reflection on the Catholic Christian faith tradition, the cultural world of the 21st Century, and personal faith experience. Pastoral Ministry Certificate students only. Fall semester, even-numbered years. 3 credits.
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An introduction to the Old Testament exploring scholarly methods of analyzing and interpreting the scriptures; geopolitical and socioeconomic factors shaping the traditions of the people of Israel; and theological motifs of the Law, Prophets, and Wisdom writings. Satisfies the Theology requirement of the Liberal Arts Core. Fall semester. 3 credits.
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An introduction to the New Testament, with an emphasis on the Gospels and the major Letters of Paul. The course includes political and cultural background, theological themes, and the relevance of these writings for life today. Satisfies the Theology requirement of the Liberal Arts Core. Spring semester. 3 credits.
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An introduction to Christian history from its roots in Judaism to the 20th Century. Major themes in theological development. Attention is given to the history of Christian women. Satisfies the Theology requirement of the Liberal Arts Core. Spring semester, even-numbered years. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
A theological survey of Protestant thought from Luther, Calvin,and Wesley to Barth,Bonhoeffer,and Tillich. Consideration of the varied expressions of Protestantism in contemporary American life. Satisfies the Theology requirement of the Liberal Arts Core. Fall semester, even-numbered years. 3 credits.
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A study of the church’s understanding of its nature and mission, in light of Vatican II. Topics also include: various ‘models’ ofchurch, the church’s teaching role, diversity of ministries, the challenge of being a global church, and ecumenical and interfaith relations. Open to theology majors, minors, and certificate students, or with permission of the instructor. Spring semester, evennumbered years. 3 credits.
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An exploration of the theological meaning and ritual celebration of each of the seven sacraments,the liturgical year,the role of the arts in worship, and the planning of meaningful liturgical celebrations for major life events. Satisfies the Theology requirement of the Liberal Arts Core. Spring semester, odd-numbered years. 3 credits.
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A study of the foundations of Christian ethics and an examination of method in moral decision-making. Closer study of selected contemporary moral issues with an emphasis on social ethics. Satisfies the Theology requirement of the Liberal Arts Core. Spring semester, odd-numbered years. 3 credits.
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An introduction to the Catholic faith in light of the Second Vatican Council. Topics include essential beliefs and practices (God, Jesus, Church, Sacraments, Scripture, Prayer). Other topics of interest to students may also be included. Satisfies the Theology requirement of the Liberal Arts Core. Fall semester, oddnumbered years. 3 credits.
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