A study of the origins and growth of Celtic Christianity, the Roman mission to England, and the early English missionary saints. An historical study of the issues, personalities, and social forces that shaped the English Reformation. An historical study of the issues, personalities, and social forces that shaped the Oxford Movement. The nature and design of sermons, with emphasis upon preparation and delivery, with special attention to correct form and content. A study of music and its role in the worship of Almighty God.
Special emphasis is placed upon hymns and liturgical chanting of psalms and canticles.
Special emphasis is placed upon catechetical instruction. An intensive examination of pastoral counseling, with an emphasis on pre-marital and grieving ministries, and professional referral. A study of the biblical norms concerning ethical behavior, applied to both contemporary life and the development of Canon Law. An examination of the role and ministry of the bi-vocational Priesthood, opportunities and challenges unique to this ministry, together with an intensive study of current ministry opportunities in the student s community. A study of the Church, its authority to keep and teach the precepts, commandments, and Holy Sacraments ordained by Christ and a study of the ritual and ceremonial of the Book of Common Prayer as applicable to the Clergy.