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The education of students in
an atmosphere of individual concern and Christ-like teaching is the primary
focus of the Theology Program.
We believe that spiritual
growth is central to the learning process. Christian Community
unfolds in the simple, everyday moments of life, as individuals come
together to share their gifts, time, talents and lived experience of faith
in Jesus.
We believe that each
faculty member, Catholic or non-Catholic, Christian or non-Christian, is
responsible for witnessing to Gospel values in both word and action.
Our ultimate aim is to
nurture the adolescent into a responsible, believing adult who recognizes
the power of God's law and the Church's contribution to humanity and who
will guide his/her life according to Sacred Scripture and Sacred
Tradition.
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THEOLOGY 9
Part 1 of this course will focus on the major events, persons and themes
of the Old Testament. It will attempt to foster an appreciation
for the heritage we share with the Jewish people as well as an awareness
of our faith as flowing from the religious experience of Israel.
Part 2 of this course
proclaims Jesus as the center of God's saving plan. Emphasis is
placed on the person of Jesus of Nazareth and his role as teacher,
healer and liberator. Students will be encouraged to deepen their
understanding of the challenge of Gospel values, recognizing His
continued presence with us today in the world through the working of the
Holy Spirit. The foundation of this course will be taken from
Scripture and the traditions of the Church. A service project
(minimum of 10 volunteer hours) is required.
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THEOLOGY
10
SACRAMENTS - After providing a background of basic sacramental
awareness , liturgy and prayer, this course will discuss the Sacraments
of Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Anointing of the
Sick, Holy Orders and Matrimony. Students will study the Biblical
foundation, historical development and ritual (in light of their lived
experience) of these Sacraments. The Sacrament of Matrimony is
developed to fuller extent in the senior year. A service project
(minimum of 15 volunteer hours) is required.
CHRISTIAN MORALITY -
This course will introduce students to the major principles of Catholic
morality and to traditional Church teaching on important moral
issues. Topics will include: decision making, conscience, the
reality of sin, then Ten Commandments, the values of Jesus and virtuous
living.
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THEOLOGY
11
THE CHURCH AND THE WORLD - An overall view of the Church in a
historical framework and perspective with special attention to the early
Church and the formulation of Creeds. Emphasis is placed on
those individuals and events which have had a definite influence in
giving form to the Church as it is today. A service project
(minimum 20 volunteer hours) is required.
SOCIAL JUSTICE - The
purpose of this course is to provide the tools to work for peace and
justice. In light of Gospel imperatives and Catholic social
teachings, students will examine contemporary issues which will impact
on the personal, spiritual and social/political levels of their lives.
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THEOLOGY
12
APOLOGETICS - Given the teaching and practices of Roman
Catholicism, this course is intended to challenge the student in the
development toward a mature faith. Included in the course is a
review of basic teachings and instruction on how to maintain and foster
one's faith and to uphold one's belief system against those who would
seek to undermine it. Also provided is an overview of selected
significant ethical and justice issues.
The meaning of human
life can be discovered only by searching for answers to the ultimate
questions that people in every age and of every culture have asked; by
way of response, consideration will be given to the intellect and
experience of faith as these reflect on a belief in God and the
relationship we share with the members of the human community.
THEOLOGY OF CHRISTIAN
VOCATION - This course is designed to present the different vocations in
the Church with a special emphasis on Marriage and Family Life. It
will offer a realistic and practical approach to the Catholic teachings
relating to a broad area of relationships. Special emphasis will
be placed upon the ability to live a virtuous life and address
fundamental spiritual, emotional, sociological ideals, goals and
problems encountered in the effort to grow within a relationship with
God, and fellow creatures. The areas of the celibate life and the
marriage covenant will be specifically addressed.
A service project
(minimum 25 volunteer hours) is required and will constitute a
percentage of the grade. An apostolate to the elderly is strongly
recommended and arrangements to accomplish this service will be
provided.
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