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THE 203 - Letters of the New Testament
A historical and theological study of the New Testament Letters with emphasis on those by Paul; their importance for early Christianity and significance for the contemporary Church.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 208 - Introduction to Christian Ethics
This course examines significant conceptions of the Christian moral life and their sources as well as their relationship to natural law and virtue-centered approaches.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 210 - Biblical Prophets and Prophets Today
Major messages of Israel’s prophets in light of social conditions of their time. Messages related to modern day men and women whose lives witness the Gospel’s mandate of social justice.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 213 - Wisdom and Psalms of the Bible
This course examines the Psalms and Wisdom writings in both their theological and literary aspects with attention to their role in contemporary faith, life, and liturgy.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 220 - Faith and Justice
This course explores the relationship of the principles that define the social, political, and ecclesial spheres in contemporary society. Illuminated by the principles of Catholic social teaching, emphasis will be placed on contemporary Christian engagement and service in the world in service of peace, the human person, and the common good.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
Typically Offered
Fall
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THE 221 - Sacramental Theology
This course examines the incarnational and sacramental nature of Christian faith, life, and worship: the particular sacraments, especially baptism and the Eucharist; Christian mystagogy; and other sacramental rites and practices.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: THE 321
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 225 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 234 - Benedict: Yesterday and Today
Examines the influence of St. Benedict and Benedictines on Church, history, and various facets of human thought and culture. Monasticism’s significance as a resource for ongoing spiritual renewal in the Church and culture. Required foundation course for Catholic Studies major and minor. Advanced university core theology course.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: CTH 234
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Requirement
Grade Type LT
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
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THE 250 - Sacred Tradition
This course introduces students to the magisterial teaching of the Church as expressed in classic, primary sources of the Christian Tradition, texts which, from the time of Jesus and his Apostles to the present, hand down God’s saving revelation. The course explores the central doctrinal themes of creation, incarnation, Trinity, faith and reason, grace and justification, martyrdom and ascetic practices, deification, eschatology, Mary, and prayer and worship.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 260 - Sacred Scripture
This course concerns the joyful reception and interpretation of Sacred Scripture in accord with the Church’s Tradition as expressed in magisterial teaching. Approaching the Bible as God’s coherent story presenting salvation history, it explores traditional and modern modes and methods of interpretation and Scripture’s function and fruition in life, prayer, and liturgy.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 270 - Moral Theology
This course examines the scriptural roots of Christian moral theology, its adoption and purification of natural law and virtue-centered philosophic accounts, its orientation to sacraments and sacred liturgy, and its flourishing in the lived witness of the saints.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 302 - Suffering and Christian Healing
This course concerns the philosophical, theological, and moral challenges posed by the problem of pain and suffering for traditional Judeo-Christian conceptions of God as almighty and all-loving Creator, investigating the promise of various intellectual, moral, social, and spiritual responses to the problem presented by Scripture and tradition.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 303 - Church History
This course explores the history of the Church’s emergence, development, and growth in the apostolic, patristic, medieval, and Reformation periods as well as the mutual effects of Christianity’s engagement with various cultures.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: HIS 303
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 306 - The Reformation: Theology and History
This course examines the crises, debates, and movements that dramatically transformed Western Christianity in the sixteenth century, investigating renewal movements within the Catholic Church and the rise and development of Lutheran, Reformed, Anglican and alternative Protestant traditions.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 310 - The Church: People of God, Body of Christ
This course examines the historical reality and mystical nature of the Church and her Head, Jesus Christ. It focuses on the theology of the Church, giving special attention to the Second Vatican Council and subsequent developments. Topics to be covered include the Church’s sacramental and eschatological nature, her institutional structure, the ecclesial vocations of all the baptized, ecumenism, Mary’s role in the Church, and religious liberty.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 313 - Religious Education and Youth Ministry
This course focuses on religious education and youth ministry as expressions of Christian evangelization and catechesis. It presents the history and methods of religious education and youth ministry and their renewal following the Second Vatican Council. It also examines the opportunities and challenges of churches within contemporary culture within the context of the New Evangelization. The course also involves a practicum in either religious education or youth ministry.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 314 - Theology and the Literary Imagination
This course attends to the rich intersection of theology and the literary imagination, exploring literature of various genres, authors, eras and cultures for their aesthetic vision, moral import, and creative rendering of theological truth.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 315 - Virtue and Character
Critical reflection on values that promote growth and conscience formation. Examination of insights from psychology and the Christian tradition that foster integration and growth in virtue of the human person. Use of reflective methodology aimed at character development.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 317 - Abrahamic Religious Traditions
This course examines the history, beliefs, and practices of the great monotheist religious traditions that trace their lineage to the prophet Abraham: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The course investigates the development of each tradition, Interaction among the traditions, and the diverse forms of each tradition in contemporary society.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 318 - Jesus the Christ
This course concerns Christology, the study of Christian teaching about the person and work of Jesus Christ as presented in biblical texts, early Christian creeds, the formulas of the great ecumenical councils, sacramental rites, and the liturgy of the Church.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 321 - Sacramental Theology
This course examines the incarnational and sacramental nature of Christian faith, life, and worship: the particular sacraments, especially baptism and the Eucharist; Christian mystagogy; and other sacramental rites and practices.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: THE 221
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 325 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 326 - Christian Marriage
This course explores the development of Catholic thought regarding marriage, sex, and family; its sources in Scripture, Tradition, reason and nature; the covenantal and sacramental nature of marriage; and its corporal, spiritual, and personal dimensions, with attention to challenges presented by the modern world.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 328 - Readings and Research in Theology
Open to students of junior and senior standing. This course is student-initiated and only available upon the consent of instructor. Usually students in this course will have taken at least one other theology course. The course may be taken twice.
2-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max of 6 credits toward the degree.
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 330 - The Gospels
This course examines the Gospels with regard to their background and development; their relationship to Jesus of Nazareth; their historical, literary, and canonical relationships; their narrative structure, theology and Christology; and their role in Christian faith, life and liturgy.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 332 - Eucharist
This course explores the central, repeatable sacrament of the Christian life from a historical and theological perspective, beginning with the Scripture and tracing the development of the Eucharistic rite to the Novus Ordo. Primary attention will be given to the Church’s theological efforts to understand this great mystery of the faith. Focused study will be accorded to the Eucharistic prayers and to topics of sacrifice, real presence, and ecclesial communion.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 341 - Theology of the Human Person
This course explores Christian doctrine concerning the human person in light of theological claims rooted in Scripture and Tradition, exploring what it means to be made the Image of the Triune God and remade in the likeness of Christ, to exist as body and soul, and to live in human and ecclesial community. Special attention is given to contemporary challenges to the human person and to Catholic social teaching.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes.
Grade Type LT
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring, & Summer
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THE 342 - Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
This course relates the archaeology and geography of the Holy Land, particularly the city of Jerusalem and region of Galilee, to the biblical account of salvation history, the history of the land, the phenomenon of sacred space, and the phenomenon of religious pilgrimage. It also explores the cultural, political, economic, and religious dynamics of the land today.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 346 - Liturgical Theology
This course examines the nature of Christian liturgy and the relationship between liturgy and theology. Attention will be given to early developments of a theology of worship (biblical foundations, patristic mystagogia, medieval allegory), and especially to the classical texts of the Liturgical Movement.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 360 - Mary in Church and Culture
This course examines the theological, liturgical, historical, cultural, artistic, and spiritual significance of Mary in the Church and in diverse cultures, with attention to Church teaching, theological reflection, and popular Marian piety.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 363 - Christian Spirituality
This course examines the rich dimensions of Christian spirituality by studying the nature of the embodied human person on the basis of theological anthropology, by examining the witness of various saints and orders, by investigating historical devotional, ritual, and sacramental practices, and by engaging in personal formation.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 370 - Sacred Music
Study of the historical tradition of church music from the New Testament to the present, and the practical implications of current teachings and practices. Cross-listed as MUS 370 .
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: MUS 370
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 380 - Theology of the New Evangelization
This course examines the theological relevance of Catholic social teaching for the phenomenon of the new evangelization in modern societies.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 382 - Seminar in Moral Theology
This course examines contemporary moral issues from a perspective informed by Christian theology anthropology, and cosmology. The course aims at cultivating effective Christian witness to the Gospel, communicating the truth of the human person, and committing to the pursuit of holiness and justice. Seminar topics change periodically but may include issues in human sexuality, the use of force, and ecology, among others.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 390 - The Triune God of Love
This course explores the highest mystery of the Catholic faith, the Holy Trinity. It examines the historical and theological development of the doctrine of the Trinity from the beginnings of Christianity to the present and engages its significance for prayer, liturgy, morality, society, and life.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 415 - Servant Leadership in a Parish
Qualities of a servant leader enabling others to serve the Church more effectively. Ministerial skills explored and identified with the managerial processes and human relationships.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 418 - Pastoral Ministry Practicum
Field experience in a parish setting with integrative seminar.
6 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 423 - Liturgical Celebration
In light of Vatican II and subsequent documents on liturgical worship, this course explores the principles for a fitting celebration of the Holy Mass, of the renewed rites of Christian initiation, of the Liturgy of the Hours, and of other ecclesial rites, giving attention to the liturgical seasons, to liturgical language, and to sacred art and music. The course includes practical experience in planning and evaluating liturgies.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 425 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 428 - Readings and Research in Theology
Open to students of junior and senior standing. This course is student-initiated and only available upon the consent of instructor. Usually students in this course will have taken at least one other theology course. The course may be taken twice.
2-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max of 6 credits toward the degree.
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 429 - Seminar in Theology
This course is required for senior Theology and Theological Studies majors and is intended as an opportunity for students to synthesize their theological learning and demonstrate proficiency in theological knowledge and research. Seminar topics will vary and will allow students to apply their learning and produce a substantial research paper (or some alternative project) on particular theological issue or topic.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 440 - The Theology and Legacy of St. Augustine
This course examines St. Augustine of Hippo’s enduring contributions to Christian theology, thought, religion, and culture. It explores his intellectual and existential pilgrimage from pagan seeker to Christian convert, bishop, and Doctor of the Church and investigates his theological integration of ancient philosophy with dogmatic, moral, and biblical approaches to understanding the Triune God revealed In Jesus Christ and encountered in the Church.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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THE 490 - St. Thomas Aquinas, the Angelic Doctor
This course explores St. Thomas Aquinas as Christian theologian, philosopher, teacher, and mystic. Focusing chiefly on his Summa Theologiae, the course explores the enduring legacy of his thought in the history of theology, including his synthesis of faith and reason, his appropriation of philosophy, his construction of a coherent theology of God, creation and anthropology, and his account of a graced return of the creature to the Creator through the person and work of Christ, mediated by the Church’s sacraments.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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