Catholic Theological Union Archives - Science for Seminaries

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May

World Christianity in Intercultural and Interreligious Perspectives

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In this course, taught by Joanne Doi at Catholic Theological Union, students will be introduced to Christianity as the truly global phenomenon it has always been. Students will explore how historical and cultural context shapes religious experience, in general, and how it shapes ways of being Christian, in particular. Special

29
May

Trinity & Mission: The God of Jesus Christ

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This course, taught by Antonio Sison at Catholic Theological Union, is an invitation for students to deepen in their understanding of God the Trinity whom Christians witness through their lives. It offers a critical and constructive reflection on the divine Trinitarian communion—a plenitude of self-giving love—in the light of salvation,

29
May

Theological Anthropology

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This course, taught by Daniel P. Horan at Catholic Theological Union, offers an historical and contextual approach to the key themes of theological anthropology including creation, nature, grace, sin, and eschatology, among others. Special attention is given throughout the course to the relationships between theology and science, traditions and cultures,

29
May

Survey of Systematic Theology

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This course, taught by Robin Ryan at Catholic Theological Union, consists of an overview of the major topics that are treated in systematic theology. Students explore fundamental dimensions of the Judeo-Christian tradition, including: faith and revelation, the mystery of the Triune God, Jesus Christ, creation, Church, ministry, sin and grace,

29
May

Spiritual Companioning for Ministry

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This course is taught by Christina R. Zaker at Catholic Theological Union. Both in daily life and in explicit ministry, Christians are frequently called upon to offer a companioning presence to people who are struggling with spiritual issues. Students in this course develop an understanding of this “everyday” ministry and

27
May

Neuroscience, Evolution, and Theology

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This course, taught by Scott C. Alexander at Catholic Theological Union, introduces students to the story of what has always been and what will continue to be the critically important relationship between science and theology. It will proceed by constructing a narrative arc comprised of the following six elements: 1)

27
May

Liturgy: Principles and Practices

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This course, taught by Anne McGowan at Catholic Theological Union, introduces ritual, ecclesial, theological, and practical foundations of liturgy and liturgical celebrations in preparation for ministry in diverse pastoral and cultural contexts. Course Categories: Pastoral Theology Science Topics: Earth Science & Environment, Neuroscience, Brain, & Mind Seminaries: Catholic Theological Union

27
May

Introduction to the Christian Spiritual Life

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This course, taught by C. Vanessa White at Catholic Theological Union, is an introduction to Christian spirituality and the practices and values that comprise it. The course offers a survey of the components that are included in the five aspects of the spiritual journey: context, participants, content, process and aspiration.

27
May

Introduction to Moral Theology

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This course, taught by Dawn M. Nothwehr at Catholic Theological Union, will examine the foundations of the Christian moral life. It begins with a brief historical overview of the Vatican II shift in moral theology which provides a contextual basis for understanding contemporary Catholic moral theology and ethical methods. This

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