The historical development of the seven Christian sacraments and the revised rites reveal their power. This course also aims at relating liturgical principles and celebration of the sacraments to the students' personal life of faith. TH 150 recommended. TH 310 Christian Marriage 3 cr. An exploration of the marital relationship in the context of the family system, the faith community, and contemporary culture.
Students study biblical sources for marriage, sacramentality, fidelity and mutuality.
The course also explores the practical aspects of communication, sexuality and domestic violence. An historical, literary, and theological study of the Old Testament. Students will also apply the wisdom of the biblical message to today's world. TH 150 recommended. New Testament writings in the context of the emerging Church, tracing the literary-historical evolution, societal influences, and themes of the Gospels, Acts, and the Pauline and Johannine writings.