This course investigates the many currents of contemporary reflections on the figure of Christ, showing how ancient truths are interpreted and applied to meet the demands of the modern age. A study of systematics, correlating major theological themes and doctrinal issues such as Christology, ecclesiology, sin and grace, sacraments. A study of basic issues for Christian ethical reflection, such as the status of norms, the meaning of natural law, doctrine of person and human action, and the nature of moral argument. A study of issues, foundations, and theologies which shape contemporary catechetical ministries. Special attention to the psychology of religious learning and to themes in biblical, moral and doctrinal theology which characterize contemporary Catholic thinking.
Students begin some form of catechetical ministry.
Practicum 3 Supervised teaching of religion in a local parish or school is the basis for a weekly reflection seminar and for readings. This practicum does not count as one of the two required electives for the RLST major or minor. 497 Independent Study 1-3 May be repeated.