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Applied Theology |
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| AT 500 (EV* 500): Evangelization and Catechesis |
2 cr |
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| AT 550: Church Law for Parish Ministers (PM 550) |
2 cr |
| A survey of the role and nature of law in the Church, including principles of law and interpretation; a brief overview of the historical foundations of the Church's legal system. Primary focus will be given to Books Two, Four and Five of the 1983 Code of Canon Law and their relationship to the ecclesiology of Vatican II and applications to parish ministry. |
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| AT 570: Homiletics I |
2 cr |
Study and discussion of the theology of Christian communication with the practical emphasis on individual ministerial development of preaching. Course incorporates public speaking skills and homiletic composition and frequent student preaching with the use of videotaping and critical evaluation.
M.Div. candidates only |
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| AT 615 (PM* 615): Liturgical Practicum |
2 cr |
Pastoral study of selected Christian rituals including the RCIA, communion services, paraliturgies, Viaticum and wakes. Each participant will demonstrate presiding skills and use of the Lectionary.
This course is pass or fail. |
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| AT 620 (PM*620): Leadership in Public Prayer |
2 cr |
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| AT 660 (PM* 660): Pastoral Counseling |
2 cr |
| A survey of specific practical elements of pastoral leadership. The course will examine a variety of areas not covered in other academic or pastoral courses with which candidates should have an introductory knowledge. |
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AT 746 (LS*746, MT 746):Sacrament of Marriage and
Law |
3 cr |
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| AT 775: Homiletics II |
3 cr |
An advanced course in homiletics concentrating on the refinement of preaching the Lectionary, integrating the readings and witnessing one's personal faith experience. Incorporates the use of art and culture, contemporary social teaching sand personal story telling. Actual delivery of homilies with critical group evaluation.
Prerequisite: AT 570. M.Div. candidates only. |
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| AT 780: Introduction to Canon Law |
2 cr |
| Students will be introduced to an examination of the nature of canon law and abroad overview of its content; emphasis will be placed on the nature, purpose and history of the law in the Church and on changes in the law brought about by Vatican II. Special attention will be given to Book Two, "People of God," of the 1983Code of Canon Law and principles of interpretation. |
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| AT 881: Sacramental and Ecumenical Law |
3 cr |
This course will be an extensive study of the canons regarding the Sacraments of Initiation, Sacraments of Healing, Orders, and the pastoral and ecumenical implications related to the Sacramental Life of the Church that emanate from the New Code and the Second Vatican Council. There will be a special emphasis on Book Four of the Code of Canon Law, documents produced by bilateral conversations of the Catholic Church, and national and diocesan guidelines for ecumenical activity.
Prerequisite: AT 780 |
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| AT 890: Pastoral Administration and Leadership |
3 cr |
A survey of specific practical elements of pastoral leadership. The course will examine a variety of areas not covered in other academic or pastoral courses with which candidates should have an introductory knowledge to enter parish leadership as an ordained minister.
M.Div. candidates only |
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| AT 893: Directed Readings in Applied Theology I |
1-3 cr |
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| AT 894: Directed Readings in Applied Theology II |
1-3 cr |
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| AT 895: Directed Readings in Applied Theology III |
1-3 cr
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| Biblical Languages |
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| BL 501: Greek Language I |
2 cr |
| A beginning study of the morphology, syntax and vocabulary of Biblical Greek(Koine); emphasis on exercises in noun declensions and the regular verbal paradigm as well as vocabulary building. |
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| BL 502: Greek Language II |
2 cr |
Continuation of BL 501 with the additional emphasis on the principal parts of irregular verbs, continued vocabulary mastery and simple readings from the Gospels of Mark and John.
Prerequisite: BL 501 or equivalent |
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| BL 551: Hebrew Language I |
2 cr |
| A beginning study of the morphology, syntax and vocabulary of Biblical Hebrew; emphasis on Hebrew pronunciation and vocabulary building. |
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| BL 552: Hebrew Language II |
2 cr |
Continuation of BL 551; morphology, syntax and vocabulary exercises will be emphasized leading to the student's ability to translate simple sentences.
Prerequisite: BL 551 or equivalent |
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| BL 553/554: Hebrew Language III/IV |
2 cr |
Biblical Hebrew III/IV builds on the foundations of Hebrew I and II. The course will concentrate on grammar and vocabulary building as well as the translation of the Hebrew Books of Jonah and Ruth.
Prerequisite: BL 552 or equivalent |
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| BL 701: Greek Exegesis I |
2 cr |
Second Year Greek. Selected readings in the Greek New Testament: the Gospels of Matthew and Luke and the Acts of the Apostles. Attention will focus on vocabulary expansion, fluent reading aloud, sight reading, and use of the critical apparatus in Merk or Nestle-Aland. Some Septuagint texts may be investigated.
Prerequisite: BL 502 or equivalent |
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| BL 702: Greek Exegesis II |
2 cr |
Second Year Greek. Selected readings in the Greek New Testament: the epistle sand the Book of Revelation. Attention will focus on vocabulary expansion, fluent reading aloud, sight reading, and use of the critical apparatus in Merk or Nestle-Aland. Some Septuagint texts may be investigated.
Prerequisite: BL 701 or equivalent |
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| BL 801: Readings in Ecclesiastical Greek I |
2 cr |
Third Year Greek. Study in biblical, patristic and liturgical Greek.
Prerequisite: BL 702 or equivalent |
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| BL 802: Readings in Ecclesiastical Greek II |
2 cr |
Continuation of BL 801.
Prerequisite: BL 801 or equivalent |
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| BL 893: Directed Readings in Biblical Languages I |
1-3 cr |
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| BL 894: Directed Readings in Biblical Languages II |
1-3 cr |
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| BL 895: Directed Readings in Biblical Languages III |
1-3 cr
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| Evangelization and Catechesis |
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| EV 500 (AT 500): Evangelization and Catechesis |
2 cr |
| An examination of principles and dynamics of catechetical theory and practice articulated in specific Church documents, General Directory for Catechesis, National Catechetical Directory, and Evangelii Nuntiandi. Content is focused on the Church's mission to nurture faith and conversion from among God's people and the means utilized by the Church over the centuries: composition of catechetical session based on principles of adult learning. |
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| EV 530: Conversion and Reconciliation |
2 cr |
| A study of the personal and social realities of evil, sin, guilt, sickness, alienation in light of the restoration of the created order in Jesus Christ. Emphasis will be placed on Christian reconciliation and the dynamics of conversion as a life long process and sacramental event. The historical, theological and pastoral aspects of the sacraments of Penance and Anointing will be examined. |
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| EV 540: Leadership in Catholic Identity |
3 cr |
This course has a two fold focus: 1) the doctrinal foundation of Catholicism, especially the nature and mission of Catholic education (its history and philosophy)as part of the larger nature and mission of the Church, and 2) the content and use of multiple documents and resources for leadership in Catholic identity.
This course is intended for students in Madonna University's Catholic School Leadership Program. |
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| EV 545 (SP* 545): Leadership in Christian Development |
2 cr |
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| EV 640: Catechetical Leadership |
2 cr |
This course builds on the foundation of the four dimensions of catechesis:message, community, worship (including liturgy and sacraments) and service and their relationship to the responsibilities of the catechetical leader. It also examines the major catechetical documents, current forms and methods.
This course is intended for students in Madonna University's Catholic School Leadership Program. |
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| EV 645: Formation of Christian Community |
2 cr |
A study of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) as the normative paradigm for the parish that unites sacramental catechesis, liturgical celebration and Christian service; conversion and stages of adult faith development, initiation of children, theology of Baptism and Confirmation; ministries of the RCIA and the catechetical use of the Lectionary.
This course is intended for students in Madonna University's Catholic School Leadership Program. |
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EV 680 (PM 680, SP* 680): Pastoral Care Across
the Cultures |
2 cr |
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| EV 685 (PM*685): Young Adult Ministry |
2 cr |
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| EV 690 (PM 690, SP* 690): Human/Spiritual Adult Development |
2 cr |
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| EV 715: Sociology of Parish Life |
2 cr |
| This course examines the parish as an organizational entity for administering pastoral care and transmitting the faith. To understand these claims more fully, this course studies the historical development of parish in the United States , contemporary American cultural influences on parish life, and the social structural aspects of today's Catholic parish, including its pastoral council and commissions. In addition, the course will focus on several sociological variables that impact parish life such as parish size, geographical location, social class, gender, age and race and ethnicity. |
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| EV 720: Youth Ministry |
2 cr |
| An analysis of the vision and fundamental components of youth ministry derived from theology, developmental theory and sociology; special attention given to the planning, implementation and evaluation of youth ministry programs and to the recruitment of youth and adult leaders. |
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| EV 770 (PM 770, SP* 770): Spirituality as Autobiography |
2 cr |
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| EV 786: Adult Catechesis |
2 cr |
An examination of the basis of adult catechesis in the mission and ministry of the Church as found in Scripture, Tradition and Church practice. Exploration of adult faith development and the adult learning process; models and strategies appropriate to adult catechesis; principals of planning and evaluation; assessment of current practice and a study of pastoral concerns.
Recommended prerequisite: EV/PM/SP 690 |
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EV 893: Directed Readings in Evangelization and
Catechesis I |
1-3 cr |
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EV 894: Directed Readings in Evangelization
and Catechesis II |
1-3 cr |
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EV 895: Directed Readings in Evangelization
and Catechesis III |
1-3 cr
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| Field Education |
| These courses are graded Pass, Fail, Pass with Distinction, Pass with High Distinction. |
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| FE 690: Introduction to Field Education |
1 cr |
An introduction to the faith foundation and essential components of Field Education. Students will (1) be introduced to the integrating aspects of Field Education, CPE and Theological Reflection; (2) study basic dynamics of ministerial supervision, including self assessment and supervisory assessment; (3) become familiar with the Learning Contract; (4) begin to identify personal ministerial goals and objectives; (5) receive introduction to the wide variety of ministerial placements available; (6) do theological reflection on their Parish Intensive Weekend experience.
M.Div. candidates only |
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| FE 695: Field Education Placement |
1 cr |
Completed in the second year of theological studies. Successful completion of a credit hour requires a learning service contract, 40 hours of direct service and supervision, 14 hours of theological reflection, and completion of the assessment and evaluation by student and supervisor.
M.Div. candidates only |
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| FE 700: Parish Internship |
3 cr |
An internship in a parish experience within the diocese of the seminarian with emphasis on learning about parish life and integrating pastoral skills with vocational readiness. The emphasis is on relating what has been learned in the academic setting of the classroom with what is lived and experienced in the pastoral setting of the parish.
M.Div. candidates only |
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| FE 705: M.Div. Reflection Seminar |
2 cr |
The reflection seminar is an intensive seminar in which the student brings doctrinal, moral and biblical theology to the consideration of practical cases encountered in the Parish Internship. Emphasis will be on exploring with the theological faculty issues identified by the student at informed pastoral practice.
M.Div. candidates only |
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| FE 796: Supervised Field Education Experience II |
2 cr |
This second field education placement is offered after the parish internship. It provides additional field education in an area where new or continued experience, faith development and theological reflection are needed. Successful completion of the following is required: placement interview with the on-site supervisor, a learning contract with the supervisor, 80 hours of supervised service, 28 hours of theological reflection, a self-assessment and the supervisor's assessment. Normally, one unit of CPE replaces this requirement.
M.Div. candidates only |
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| FE 893: Directed Readings in Field Education I |
1-3 cr |
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| FE 894: Directed Readings in Field Education II |
1-3 cr |
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| FE 895: Directed Readings in Field Education III |
1-3 cr |
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| Church History |
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| HS 511: Church History: The First Millennium |
3 cr |
| An examination of the first 1000 years of the history and theological development of Christianity, covering topics such as Church and Empire, monasticism, Trinitarian and Christological controversies, the early Councils and ecclesiastical writers, Church orders and canons, liturgical and sacramental life, expansion of the Church and diversification of its structure, missionary activity, the Church and Frankish society, Cluniac reform, and East-West Schism. |
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HS 512: Church History: Christianity Divided
(1000-1648) |
3 cr |
| An investigation of major issues from the High Middle Ages through the Reformation Era from a specifically religious and theological context, covering topics such as Gregorian Reform, crusades, mendicant orders, Thomas Aquinas and the Scholastic Synthesis, Church-State relations, Avignon papacy, the Great Western Schism, the religious crisis on the eve of the Reformation, Luther, Zwingli, Calvin, Anabaptists, the English Reformation, the Catholic Reform and the Council of Trent, and the wars of religion. |
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| HS 570 (MU* 570): Sacred Music in Worship |
2 cr |
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| HS 612: Modern European Catholic History |
2 cr |
| An investigation of the political, social and theological issues confronting the Church from the Enlightenment through the Second Vatican Council: Jansenism; Gallicanism; French Revolution and subsequent secularization of society; Liberalism, Ultramontanism, and Church centralization and the First Vatican Council; Church-State disputes; missionary activities; Modernism; Church and World Wars; internationalization of the Church and the Second Vatican Council. |
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| HS 613: Bishops of Rome and the Petrine Ministry |
2 cr |
| An historical examination of the development of the papacy through examples of each period: the scriptural period, the Pre-Constantinian Church, the early Medieval, the high Medieval, the Renaissance and Reformation, the early Modern Period, and the late Modern Period. The course will cover the themes of the papal primacy, infallibility, teaching authority of the pope, collegiality and the pastoral office. The course will follow a seminar format. |
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| HS 614: History of the Catholic Church in the U. S. A. |
3 cr |
| An investigation of the character and direction of American Catholicism and its relationship with other American Christian bodies; Protestant roots of American Christianity; Catholic missionaries in the future United States ; ecclesial organization; trusteeism; Catholic conciliar activity; anti-Catholicism; attitudes toward slavery, education and labor; Americanism; social thought; Depression and War and Religion; Vatican II; the ecumenical dialogue in the United States . |
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| HS 625: Eastern Churches |
2 cr |
| A study of the history, theology, worship and spirituality of the Eastern Churches(Orthodox, Assyrian, Pre-Chalcedonian and Eastern-Rite Catholic): A. D. 431to present, including the schisms over Christology, the Church in the Byzantine Empire and under Moslem suzerainty, the Slavic Churches, Eastern Churches in union with Rome, and the contemporary situation especially in America ; Eastern Christian Art and the theology and veneration of icons; deification and the theology of grace of St. Gregory Palamas; the Jesus Prayer; Eucharistic Liturgies and Sacraments. |
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| HS 710: History of Catholicism in Michigan |
2 cr |
| An investigation of the History of Catholicism in the State of Michigan, beginning with missionary activity in the Great Lakes area; the foundation of St. Anne Parish; Gabriel Richard; beginnings of the Diocese of Detroit; Frederic Baraga; ethnic and ecclesiastical growth and problems; age of building; Coughlin; leadership of Cardinal Mooney; post-Vatican II growth; the Call to Action Conference of Detroit. |
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| HS 715: Patristics |
2 cr |
| An introduction to the writings of the most prominent Fathers and ecclesiastical authors who shaped the Tradition of the Church; their context, content and contemporaneity; including Clement of Rome, Ignatius, Justin Martyr, Irenaeus, Tertullian, Clement of Alexandria, Origen, Cyprian, Athanasius, Cyril of Jerusalem, Hilary, Basil the Great, Gregory of Nazianzus, Gregory of Nyssa, Theodore of Mopsuestia, John Chrysostom, Ambrose, Jerome, Augustine, Cyril of Alexandria, Theodoret of Cyrus and Leo the Great. |
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| HS 735 (SP* 735, ST 735): History of Spirituality |
3 cr |
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HS 875 (NE 875, SP 875, ST 875, STL* 875): Council II:
History, Theology and Spirituality |
3 cr |
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| HS 893: Directed Readings in Historical Studies I |
1-3 cr |
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| HS 894: Directed Readings in Historical Studies II |
1-3 cr |
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| HS 895: Directed Readings in Historical Studies III |
1-3 cr
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| Integrating Studies |
| These courses are graded Pass, Fail, Pass with Distinction, Pass with High Distinction. |
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| IS 890: M.Div. Integrating Seminar |
2 cr |
The seminar completes the Master of Divinity's goal of forming within each student the habit of theological reflection, integration and communication. Each student investigates critically an issue/problem of pastoral and theological significance through research and reflection, leading to a presentation/discussion that is facilitated by the student.
M.Div. candidates only |
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| IS 891: M. A. P. S. Supervised Ministry |
2 cr |
In partial fulfillment of the exit requirements for the M. A. P. S. degree, each candidate has the option of choosing either an integrating project or a supervised ministry in his/her area of specialization. The supervised ministry is for those wishing to develop specific ministry skills and to refl ect theologically on this ministerial experience. The supervised ministry is developed by the student and the supervisor, in consultation with the academic advisor, and normally lasts for one semester. (One unit of CPE could meet this requirement. ) Successful completion of this two credit hour course requires 80 hours: a learning service contract; direct service and supervision; and completion of the assessment and evaluation by student, supervisor and academic advisor.
M. A. P. S. candidates only |
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| IS 892: M. A. P. S. Integrating Project |
2 cr |
In partial fulfillment of the exit requirements for the M. A. P. S. degree, each candidate has the option of choosing either an integrating project or a supervised ministry in his/her area of specialization. The integrating project is a creative pastoral program designed by the student in response to an actual pastoral need. The integrating project is chosen by those with a significant amount of current experience in a particular area of ministry. The integrating project is developed by the student and the academic advisor and normally lasts for one semester.
M. A. P. S. candidates only |
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| IS 893: Integrating Practicum I |
2 cr |
This course is a pastoral study of the Rite of Baptism, the Rite of Marriage, and the Order of Christian Funerals. Participants will be expected to demonstrate a thorough integration of the theological, spiritual, historical, and liturgical dimensions of each rite. This will be accomplished through class presentation and discussion, personal reading and research, and a practicum for each of the rites considered. Attention will also be focused on the ability of the presider to celebrate these rites of the Church in order to lead the local community in prayer.
M.Div. candidates only |
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| IS 894: Integrating Practicum II |
2 cr |
This course is a pastoral study of the Pastoral Care of the Sick, the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) and presiding at the Eucharistic liturgy. Participants will be expected to demonstrate a thorough integration of thetheological, spiritual, historical and liturgical dimensions of each rite. This will be accomplished through class presentation and discussion, personal reading and research and a practicum for each of the rites considered. The student is expected to develop presidential skills in order to celebrate these rites for the local Church community.
M.Div. candidates only |
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| IS 895: M. A. P. S. Ministry Reflection Seminar |
2 cr |
In partial fulfillment of the exit requirements for the M. A. P. S. degree, the ministry reflection seminar seeks to prepare candidates for Church ministry by helping them to refl ect upon their ministerial identity and to integrate and apply their academic coursework to a pastoral setting. Each candidate is required to engage in a group experience for two consecutive semesters (fall/winter), meeting for two hours seven times each semester. The seven meetings in the first semester focus on the theory of theological reflection with exercises for developing one's ability to refl ect upon experience from the perspective of faith. In the second semester, students present case studies to their reflection group, utilizing critical incident or verbatim from their ministry. Required of all M. A. P. S. students.
M. A. P. S. candidates only |
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| IS 899: M. A. Thesis |
4 cr |
The Thesis must demonstrate the ability to do research and must contribute to the field. The Thesis, of a maximum of sixty pages, will be defended orally before board of at least two instructors. The student must provide copies of the Thesis to the instructors on the board. The student then must submit two copies of the completed and approved Thesis to the Academic office for the Szoka Library.
M. A. candidates only |
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| IS 8991: Continuing M. A. Thesis Guidance |
1 cr |
Continuing Thesis Guidance is provided for the student who does not complete the Thesis during the semester for which the student signed up for IS 899. Continuing Thesis Guidance is required for each semester that a student wishes to use the library for thesis research or to have contact with the thesis director until the Thesis is completed. These accumulated credits do not count toward a degree nor are they figured into the student's GPA. They receive an NG.
M. A. candidates only |
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| Latin |
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| LA 500: Latin for Graduate Students |
2 cr |
A basic knowledge of Ecclesiastical Latin sufficient to be able to translate basic scriptural and liturgical texts, and philosophical and theological statements (with the help of a lexicon) and to gain an enriched understanding of language structure.
M. A. Degree Program Requirement. This course is graded Pass or Fail. |
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| Liturgy and Sacraments |
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| LS 575 (ST* 575):Sacramental Life of the Church |
2 cr |
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| LS 645 (ST* 645): Sacraments of Initiation |
2 cr |
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| LS 665 (SP* 665): Liturgical Spirituality |
2 cr |
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| LS 744 (ST 744): Holy Orders |
2 cr |
A scriptural and historical study of the development of the Sacrament of Holy Orders with particular reference to the role of the presbyter. Theological reflection on priestly life and ministry in the light of Vatican II and the contemporary Church. The interdependence of ecclesiastical office and lay ministry. Special reference to the spirituality of the diocesan priest.
Prerequisite: ST 635
M.Div. candidates only |
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| LS 745 (ST 745): Eucharist |
2 cr |
A study of scriptural, historical and systematic foundations of the Eucharist; evolution of liturgical forms and theological language; interpretation of Eucharist as meal and as sacrifice; and controversies over nature of real presence, Eucharistic spirituality, Ecumenical issues, Eucharistic devotions and social justice.
M.Div. candidates only |
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LS 746 (AT 746, MT 746): Sacrament of Marriage
and Law |
3 cr |
| This course provides an historical study of the development of the Sacrament of Marriage in the Catholic theological tradition from biblical times until today, and an examination of marriage law with attention to the canonical and pastoral considerations involved in the preparation for marriage, the annulment and dissolution of marriage, and the ecclesial procedures used in issuing decrees of nullity. Included will be contemporary and ecumenical issues. |
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| LS 748 (ST 748, MT 748): Sacraments of Healing |
4 cr |
A scriptural and historical study of the Sacraments of Penance and Anointing of the Sick. Doctrinal, moral, canonical and pastoral aspects of the sacraments will be examined with their application to the rites. Special emphasis will be given to developing the personal skills of the confessor in the Sacrament of Reconciliation through the practice of confessional situations.
M.Div. candidates only |
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| LS 850: Paschal Triduum Liturgies |
2 cr |
| A theological and historical investigation of the Paschal Triduum liturgies done according to a seminar format. The prayers, gestures and liturgical actions of theEaster Vigil, the "mother of vigils," will be the special focus of the course, the study of which will enable the student to appreciate the Christian community's solemn entrance into the passover of Christ. |
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LS 893: Directed Readings in Liturgy and
Sacraments I |
1-3 cr |
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LS 894: Directed Readings in Liturgy and
Sacraments II |
1-3 cr |
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LS 895: Directed Readings in Liturgy and
Sacraments III |
1-3 cr |
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| Moral Theology |
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| MT 555: Moral I: Principles |
3 cr |
An introduction to moral conversion as the Christian response to Revelation, i. e. , Creation, Incarnation, Trinity, Sin and Eschatology. Ethical themes such as the human person, the human act, and the good will be reviewed from a theological perspective. Attention will be given to the role of biblical morality, the moral Magisterium, natural reason, conscience, natural law, moral norms in the process of decision-making.
M.Div. candidates only |
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| MT 600: Contemporary Schools of Moral Theology |
2 cr |
| This course will examine three recent influential approaches to the Christian moral life: the biblical "virtue-based" school of Benedict Ashley, O. P. (1915- ), the"basic human goods" school of Germain Grisez (1929- ), and the "proportionalist" school of Richard McCormick, S. J. (1922-2000). By means of primary (and some secondary) texts, attention will focus on each school's background and context; understanding of Christian ethics; philosophical/theological anthropology; use of Scripture; approach to the empirical sciences; moral methodology (e. g. , natural law); response to some select specific moral questions; and on the criticisms leveled against each view. Consideration will also be given to Pope John Paul II's encyclical Veritatis Splendor and how each particular school compares with the encyclical as well as how each understands Vatican Council II's call to renew moral theology. |
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| MT 650: Moral II: Commandments and Virtues |
3 cr |
This course follows the two-fold thrust of the Decalogue as a personal response to God's call: 1) the first three commandments wherein the focus will be on the religious realm and the moral implications of the theological virtues of faith, hope and charity; and 2) the last seven commandments and the moral virtues wherein the focus will be on the responsibilities to the environment and to one's neighboring such areas as parental care; human life and killing; interpersonal relationships and community life; communication and truth; bodily life and health; sexuality and chastity; work and property.
Prerequisite: MT 555. M.Div. candidates only. |
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| MT 675: Foundations of the Christian Moral Life |
3 cr |
| A systematic examination of the Christian moral life and the virtues, moral principles and norms necessary for living that life. This course investigates Sacred Scripture, human reason, human nature, the Magisterium, sin and grace, the different methods of moral decision making and Catholic social teaching. |
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MT 746 (AT 746, LS*746): Sacrament of
Marriage and Law |
3 cr |
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MT 748 (LS* 748): Sacraments of Healing
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4 cr |
| M.Div. candidates only |
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| MT 750: Bioethics and Sexuality |
3 cr |
This course examines various issues in bioethics and sexuality in light of the principles and norms of the Church's Magisterium. These issues include healthcare and its delivery, abortion and the beginning of life, euthanasia/assisted suicide, genetic intervention, human experimentation, birth control, masturbation, homosexuality, extramarital sexuality and artificial reproduction.
Prerequisite: MT 555; Highly recommended: MT 650. M.Div. candidates only |
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| MT 755: Contraception and Theology |
2 cr |
| This course identifies the anthropological, moral, ecclesial and pastoral principles underlying the Roman Catholic Church's teaching on contraception, especially as that teaching has been expressed in Humanae Vitae and Familiar is Consortio. It will also contrast these principles with the views of those who seek to justify the use of contraception. The medical and moral issues surrounding Natural Family Planning will also be treated. |
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| MT 760: Sexual/Medical Ethics |
2 cr |
| A survey of the historical context and substantive teaching of the Church with respect to specific moral topics; viz. , abortion, euthanasia, genetic intervention, fertilization in vitro and embryo transfer, birth control, human experimentation, sterilization, masturbation, homosexuality, extra-marital sexuality, transplants, etc. Moral principles will be presented for use in pastoral situations. |
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| MT 770: Public Issues and Christian Morality |
2 cr |
| A study of select moral questions in business, Catholic health care and law:theology of work; ethics of hiring/firing, unemployment, "downsizing," minimum wage, collective bargaining and strikes, price-fixing, advertising and sales, cultural consumerism; Catholic health care and cooperation with and tolerance of evil, affiliations, joint ventures, and mergers; morality and the judicial order, law and truth, unjust laws, attorney-client privilege, lawsuits, freedom of speech and press, divorce and custody, immigration laws, firearms control, single-gender education, and Church-State issues. |
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| MT 780: Theology of the Body |
2 cr |
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| MT 850: Catholic Social Teaching |
2 cr |
This course is an examination of social teaching as it is found primarily in Scripture, the papal social encyclicals and other ecclesial documents. The course investigates the biblical, historical and contemporary foundations of the Church's social teaching with particular attention to questions of economic justice, and racial and ethnic equality, religious liberty, human rights and war and peace.
Prerequisite: MT 650. M.Div. candidates only, |
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| MT 893: Directed Readings in Moral Theology I |
1-3 cr |
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| MT 894: Directed Readings in Moral Theology II |
1-3 cr |
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| MT 895: Directed Readings in Moral Theology III |
1-3 cr |
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| Music |
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| MU 549: Vocal Skills/Presider's Chants |
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1 cr |
This is a practical music course for future liturgical presiders with no prior singing experience, which is devoted to 1) developing the basic skills of singing (i.e. breath support, phonation, diction and relaxed presentation) and 2) using the more basic chant formularies of the presider as the sole repertoire to accomplish and enhance these skills.
M.Div. candidates only. |
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| MU 551: The Presider's Musical Role in the Liturgy |
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1 cr |
| A survey of musical settings of Orations, Eucharistic Prayers, dismissal formularies, the Exultet, Morning Prayer and Vespers for the presider. A demonstration and explanation of the fundamentals of the use of the voice. (Prerequisite: MU 549 or P.I.) |
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| MU 570 (HS 570): Sacred Music in Worship |
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2 cr |
| This course will include a brief overview of the historical development of sacred music. Concentration on the major liturgical documents will prepare the student to better understand and appreciate sacred music in worship. Students will learn to apply the principles articulated in these documents by planning and executing one of weekday masses during the semester. |
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| MU 893: Directed Readings in Music I |
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1-3 cr |
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| MU 894: Directed Readings in Music II |
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1-3 cr |
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| MU 895: Directed Readings in Music III |
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1-3 cr |
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| New Evangelization |
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| NE 865 (STL* 865): Theology of the New Evangelization |
3 cr |
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| NE 868 (STL* 868): Evangelization and Spirituality |
3 cr |
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| NE 871 (STL* 871): Cultural Milieu of the New Evangelization |
3 cr |
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| NE 872 (STL* 872): Models of Evangelization: Historical and Contemporary |
3 cr |
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| NE 873 (STL* 873): Cultural Evangelization |
3 cr |
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| NE 875 (HS 875, SP 875, ST 875, STL* 875): Council II: History, Theology and Spirituality |
3 cr |
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NE 876 (STL* 876): Evangelization Practicum I:
Domestic (New Evangelization) |
2 cr |
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| Pastoral Ministry |
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| PM 520: Dynamics of Parish Leadership |
2 cr |
| A study of parish life in order to identify and apply skills for the integration of spiritual and administrative leadership in parishes. Topics include leadership styles, collaboration, conflict management, planning and evaluation. Specific consideration will be given to policies and resources of the Michigan Catholic Conference and the Archdiocese of Detroit. |
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| PM 540 (RE*540): Leadership in Catholic Identity |
3 cr |
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| PM 550 (AT* 550): Church Law for Parish Ministers |
2 cr |
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| PM 600: Evangelization in the Modern World |
2 cr |
| A study of the scriptural roots and ecclesial documents about evangelization as a constitutive element of parish life; special attention will be given to various approaches to conversion, use of media, programs for inactive Catholics, for Christians and non-Christians, and for the unchurched. |
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| PM 605: Homiletics for Permanent Deacons |
2 cr |
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| PM 610: Preaching Practicum |
2 cr |
| Pastoral study of the theology of communication with practical emphasis on individual ministerial communication skills. Course incorporates public speaking fundamentals, composition and actual student performance with critical valuation. |
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| PM 615 (AT 615): Liturgical Practicum |
2 cr |
| Pastoral study of selected Christian rituals including the RCIA, communion services, paraliturgies, Viaticum and wakes. Each participant will demonstrate presiding skills and use of the Lectionary. (This course is pass or fail.) |
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| PM 620 (AT 620): Leadership in Public Prayer |
2 cr |
| A study of the introductions and texts of pertinent rites to be presided over by ecclesial lay ministers, and the principles and practices of presiding, ritual behavior, issues of creativity and preparation as applied to funeral rites, communion services, Liturgy of the Hours, and prayer services. Pertinent contemporary Church documents also will be studied. |
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| PM 645 (EV*645): Formation for Christian Community |
2 cr |
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| PM 660 (AT* 660): Pastoral Counseling |
2 cr |
| A study and practice of the elements of the counseling relationship including confidentiality, listening skills, counselor-client agreement. Special attention is paid to the distinction between pastoral counseling and spiritual direction and the process of assessment and referral. |
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| PM 680 (EV 680, SP* 680): Pastoral Care Across Cultures |
2 cr |
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| PM 685 (EV 685): Young Adult Ministry |
2 cr |
| Identification of the spiritual and socio-cultural traits of this population; exploration of their development needs within the context of evangelization and catechesis; ways of connecting young adults with the mission of the Church and their role in the service of the Gospel; principals for ministry with young adults; development and application of a pastoral plan. |
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| PM 690 (EV 690, SP* 690): Human and Spiritual Adult Development |
2 cr |
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| PM 700: Ministry to the Elderly |
2 cr |
| A study of ministry to the aging: the aging process and the death and dying process and their personal, relational, theological, sacramental and pastoral dimensions; some ethical questions posed by modern medical technology. |
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| PM 715: Pastoral Care of the Sick |
3 cr |
| A study of the spiritual, sacramental and physical needs of the sick and terminally ill; introduction to the Catholic rite "Pastoral Care of the Sick"; ministry to the sick in the home and institutional setting with special attention to various religious and cultural customs, communication and helping skills. Each student will participate as a presenter and facilitator in theological reflection |
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| PM 720: Pastoral Care of the Family |
2 cr |
| An examination of psychological, biblical and magisterial foundations of family life and ministry. An exploration of contemporary family issues such as marriage enrichment, parenting, extended family dynamics, crisis intervention, and referral and cultural concerns. This course will also consider the skills and resources necessary for competent pastoral care of the family. |
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| PM 770 (EV 770, SP* 770): Spirituality as Autobiography |
2 cr |
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| PM 780: Theology of Marriage and Family Life |
2 cr |
| An examination of the biblical foundations and theological development of marriage as Sacrament; and various stresses/tensions encountered within marriage such as role identification, source of marital conflict, single parenting, family size and divorce-remarriage. |
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| PM 893: Directed Readings in Pastoral Ministry I |
1-3 cr |
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| PM 894: Directed Readings in Pastoral Ministry II |
1-3 cr |
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| PM 895: Directed Readings in Pastoral Ministry III |
1-3 cr |
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| Spirituality |
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SP 533 (SS 533): The Fifth Gospel: Spirituality of
Pilgrimage |
2 cr |
A spiritual pilgrimage to sites where formative events of salvation history occurred. As a spiritual pilgrimage there will be liturgical prayer, visitation to the sites, student presentations, study, periods of personal prayer and shared reflection, and discussion of contemporary events. (This course is graded Pass or Fail) (
M.Div. candidates only) |
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| SP 540: Spirituality of Diocesan Priesthood |
2 cr |
| This course will study the day-to-day pastoral questions of contemporary diocesan priestly ministry and how priestly spirituality can be discovered and sustained in the midst of living these questions: ecclesial spirituality of ministry, a life of prayer, sacramental spirituality, preaching, the evangelical counsels and shepherding. The course will contextualize priestly spirituality within the Second Vatican Council's universal call to Christian holiness: priests carry this out in the daily exercise of their ministry of serving in the person of Christ, head and shepherd of the Church, bringing them communion, freedom and fulfillment; yet this very ministry, as a source of tensions, struggles and questions, can be both an obstacle and a means to spiritual growth. |
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| SP 545 (EV 545): Leadership in Christian Development |
2 cr |
| This course explores the responsibilities of leadership in nurturance of spiritual development, particularly moral and faith development. It includes the role of the leader in facilitating conversion, discipleship and prayer as well as practices of various prayer forms and theological reflection. Attention is given to the challenges of cultural influence in the developmental process. (This course is intended for students in Madonna University's Catholic School Leadership Program) |
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SP 620 (ST 620): Theology and Spirituality of
Karl Rahner |
2 cr |
| This course will examine the theology and spirituality of Karl Rahner: his Theological Method, approach to Trinity, Christology, Human person and Grace, Faith, Revelation, Church, God as Holy Mystery, Prayer, and the experience of Grace in everyday life. This course will consider the importance of Rahner's thought for the lives of women and men today. |
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| SP 651 (SS* 651): Biblical Spirituality |
2 cr |
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| SP 660: Nature and Practice of Spiritual Direction |
2 cr |
| An exploration of the history, principles and practice of spiritual direction. Particular emphasis is given to the director's role and dynamics of discernment. This ministry is compared and contrasted with pastoral counseling and psychotherapy. |
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| SP 665 (LS 665): Liturgical Spirituality |
2 cr |
| An examination of a Christian's encounter with God through the anthropological, psychological and sociological foundations of ritual behavior. Within this context, a study of the rites of the Church as celebrations of human maturation and spiritual growth. |
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SP 670: The Impact of Psychological Theory on
Spiritual Guidance |
2 cr |
| An examination of selective psychological theories for the purpose of determining their usefulness to the ministry of spiritual guidance. Such theories might include: Carl Jung's Individuation Theory, with particular focus on his psychological types; Robert Kegan's Theory of the Evolving Self; the Sufi Personality System known as the Enneagram. |
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| SP 680 (EV 680, PM 680): Pastoral Care Across Cultures |
2 cr |
| An examination of psycho-social and religio-cultural understandings of major ethnic groups in the United States Catholic Church and their spritualities and rituals. Students will explore ways to balance unity and diversity within a parish community in order to bring about an exchange of spiritual gifts by promoting recognition of other cultures, respect for cultural differences and healthy integration among them. |
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| SP 690 (EV 690, PM 690): Human and Spiritual Adult Development |
2 cr |
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| An exploration of various theories of psychological, moral and faith development with emphasis on the process of adult maturation. Particular attention will be given to the correlation of these theories with the process of Christian conversion. |
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SP 695: Union With God: The Stages of Spiritual
Growth According To Teresa of Avila |
2 cr |
| This course will cover the most important of Teresa's writings for the study of spirituality: The Book of Her Life, The Way of Perfection and The Interior Castle. In addition to focusing on Teresa's teaching on the stages of spiritual growth, the course will also attempt to relate this teaching to Pope John Paul II's recent call for parishes in the new millennium to become "schools of prayer" where "training in holiness" is given (Nove Millennio Ineunte 32, 33). |
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| SP 700: Spirituality and American Culture |
2 cr |
| An investigation of the major themes and characteristics of contemporary American culture. This course examines diverse spiritualities that are offered as a response to and critique of this culture, specifically their ability to shape a spiritual and social vision for a post-modern world. |
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SP 710: The Male and Female Journey: Implications
for Spirituality and Ministry |
2 cr |
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| An examination of psychological theories regarding female and male development. A study of contemporary efforts to formulate spiritualities that flow out of female and male experiences and their relations to one another. A reflection on the implications of these issues for ministry today. |
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| SP 735 (HS 735, ST 735): History of Christian Spirituality |
3 cr |
| A study of the central authors, themes and movements that characterize the Western Spiritual Tradition. Major spiritual classics are studied in the light of changing historical and cultural contexts in order to achieve an understanding of the principles and dynamics of spiritual growth articulated in the Christian tradition. This course provides an opportunity for reflection and personal appropriation of the wisdom of the mystical tradition for the lives of women and men today. |
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SP 750: Theological Foundations of Christian
Spirituality |
2 cr |
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| An examination of the theological foundations that undergird Christian spirituality within the contemporary context. This study will include the theological themes such as Christology, Anthropology, Grace, Revelation, Faith, Sin and Virtue. The course content and process will help students identify the operative theology that informs their spirituality. |
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| SP 751: Theology of Christian Prayer |
2 cr |
| A study of the theological foundations and historical roots of prayer in the Christian tradition: the Lord's prayer, apophatic/kataphatic approaches to God, centering prayer, ascetical and mystical prayer. This course considers the relevancy of these various forms of prayer for contemporary life. |
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| SP 760: Women and the Christian Tradition |
2 cr |
| An exploration of the images and history of women in the Church. A study of contemporary feminist critiques and their reconstructions of significant theological themes and their implications for a spirituality for women. |
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| SP 770 (EV 770, PM 770): Spirituality as Autobiography |
2 cr |
| This course explores the developing perspective of narrative theology. Drawing on the theological principle of "passing over" into the faith experience of others as a way of gaining insight into our own, students will read the autobiographies of significant individuals to study their life stories and examine the contours of the journey of faith as it took shape in their lives. |
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| SP 875 (HS 875, NE 875, ST 875, STL* 875): Council II: History, Theology and Spirituality |
3 cr |
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| SP 893: Directed Readings in Spirituality I |
1-3 cr |
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| SP 894: Directed Readings in Spirituality II |
1-3 cr |
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| SP 895: Directed Readings in Spirituality III |
1-3 cr |
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| Sacred Scripture |
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| SS 521: Method and Pentateuch |
3 cr |
| A study of the historical, literary and theological traditions and composition of the Pentateuch, utilizing various methods and approaches of scriptural interpretation (such as literal, literary, spiritual, redaction and contemporary approaches). The course will cover the formation and meaning of Genesis 1-11, the Patriarchal Narratives, the Exodus and Sinai/Covenant. Important theological themes will be highlighted, and exegesis of relevant passages will be covered. |
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| SS 525: Synoptics |
3 cr |
An introduction to the Synoptic Tradition throughout the Church's history with attention to the various theories regarding the so-called Synoptic Problem. The use of various methods such as form, redaction and literary criticism will be discussed and evaluated for their value to Gospel study and for an understanding of the theologies of Mark, Matthew and Luke. Attention will be given to Synoptic Christology, Eschatology, Miracle stories, Infancy Narratives, and the Passion and Resurrection Narratives.
Prerequisite: SS 521 |
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| SS 526: Biblical Archaeology |
2 cr |
| Introductory study to the fi eld of Old and New Testament Biblical Archaeology. The relationship of archaeology to biblical studies; various archaeological periods; history of biblical archaeology; overview of signifi cant written and non-written fi nds; and an archaeological introduction to the major Biblical sites will be covered. The course will be enhanced by the use of audio-visual media. |
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SS 533 (SP* 533): The Fifth Gospel: Spirituality of
Pilgrimage |
2 cr |
| M.Div. candidates only |
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| SS 610: The Book of Samuel and Kings |
2 cr |
| This course will examine the role of kings in the Books of Samuel and Kings. The place of these books in the corpus of the Old Testament, especially their position in the Deuteronomist history, will also be treated. Selected passages from each of these books will be used to treat important themes such as the development of kingship inIsrael and its relationship to prophecy. |
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| SS 621: Johannine Literature |
3 cr |
An investigation of the Fourth Gospel: authorship, composition and literary structure; Johannine vocabulary and the Prologue; theology of sign and the Woman at the Well; sacramentalism and the Multiplication of the Loaves; the image of Jesus and the Man Born Blind; discipleship and the Priestly Prayer; ecclesiology and the Passion Account; the Johannine Community and letters.
Prerequisite: SS 521 |
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| SS 623: Acts of the Apostles: An Early Witness to the Resurrection |
2 cr |
An examination of the authorship and purpose of Acts; source question; role of speeches; author as a theologian of history. A survey of theological themes. A close reading of selected texts to gain insight into method of composition and to practice exegetical methodology.
Prerequisite: SS 521; Recommended: SS 525 |
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| SS 625: Pauline Literature |
3 cr |
An investigation of the Pauline literature: the authenticity, chronology and structure of the letters; Paul's life and vocation; Gospel as event in Thessalonians; Life and Problems of the Christian community in Corinthians; Christology in Philippians; life in the Spirit and Christian Existence in Galatians; The Justice of God in Romans; the Church in Colossians and Ephesians; and Sound Doctrine and Order in the Pastorals.
Prerequisite: SS 521 |
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| SS 626: Romans |
2 cr |
| A study of Paul's letter to the Romans, situating Romans within the Pauline Corpus; focusing on Paul's methodology, principal themes contained in the letter, and purpose of the letter; and studying selected texts. |
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| SS 635: Book of Revelations: Triumph of God |
2 cr |
An introduction to apocalyptic literature and the general purpose of the Book of Revelation; sources for the book's imagery are seen in the Old Testament and the liturgy; the theology and eschatology of the book; a study of the texts of the Book of Revelation used in the Roman Catholic Lectionary and their contexts.
Prerequisite: SS 521 |
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| SS 651 (SP 651): Biblical Spirituality |
2 cr |
| A study of the potential of the Old and New Testaments for sustaining a sound spirituality. This course will include exploration into some of the major themes of the Scriptures, such as God's elusive presence, creation/new creation, idolatry, reconciliation, liberation and healing. It will also focus on the way certain key images, symbols and stories both challenge and confront the contemporary Christian. |
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| SS 727: Prophets |
3 cr |
A study of the phenomenon of classical biblical prophecy and its development in Israelite religion and society. The Prophets will be studied in historical sequence within the context of their times and from each prophet's own unique theological perspective. Exegesis of key passages will highlight the individual prophet's socialtheological message. The course will also emphasize the prophet's importance for liturgical and pastoral use.
Prerequisite: SS 521 |
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| SS 826: Wisdom Literature |
2 cr |
A literary-theological study of the books commonly classifi ed as Israelite Wisdom Literature within the context of the Ancient Near Eastern Wisdom movement. Common wisdom themes and the unique contribution of each book will be highlighted. A relationship between wisdom themes and contemporary spirituality will be explored. Exegesis of selected passages will be covered.
Prerequisite: SS 521 |
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| SS 827: Psalms |
2 cr |
A literary-theological study ofIsrael 's sacred poetry/hymns; an examination of the genres and poetic devices used in the composition of the Psalms; and an examination of the Psalms as embodying and expressing the faith and prayer of a people, both Jewish and Christian. The course will also study the use of the Psalms in the New Testament. Exegesis of selected passages will be covered.
Prerequisite: SS 521 |
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| SS 893: Directed Readings in Scripture I |
1-3 cr |
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| SS 894: Directed Readings in Scripture II |
1-3 cr |
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| SS 895: Directed Readings in Scripture III |
1-3 cr |
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