Course Descriptions

Center for Diaconal Formation

Course	Course Description
Synoptic Gospels BIBL 6501	An historical and critical approach to the study of the gospels, its limits and benefits and its acceptability to the Church. Learn more »
Spirituality of the Old Testament BIBL 6529	The Old Testament insight into the progressive revelation of Divine Presence and Fidelity. Learn more »
Christology STHO 6203	The faith response to the Mystery of Jesus Christ, God's gift to us, in Scripture and Church tradition. Learn more »
History of Christianity HSTD 6809	An overview of the development of Christianity from its origins to the present. Learn more »
Intro to Preaching for Deacons PTHO 6108	Introduction to homiletics and engagement in the process of biblical preaching, with attention to its pastoral function. Learn more »
Introduction to Pauline & Johannine Literature BIBL 6506 OR Theology of Paul and John STHO 6550	BIBL 6506 Introduction to Pauline and Johannine Literature - This course aims to introduce the student to an appreciation of various historical, literary and theological aspects of the Fourth Gospel and of Paul’s Letters, especially those to the Galatians and Romans. Learn more » Theology of Paul and John STHO 6550 - This course aims to introduce the student to an appreciation of various historical, literary and theological aspects of the Fourth Gospel and of Paul’s Letters, especially those to the Galatians and Romans. Learn more »
Canon Law for Deacons CETH 6401	A survey of Canon Law with an emphasis on topics central for diaconal ministry. Learn more »
Canon Law of Christian Marriage CETH 6405	The role of the deacon in the preparation of couples for the Sacrament of Matrimony in light of the current legislation of the Church. Topics include marriage law and procedural law (including annulments and tribunals). Learn more »
Revelation and Faith STHO 6202	An historical and systematic examination of the Catholic understanding of God's Self-Communication and humanity's correlative response in faith. Learn more »
Christian Anthropology STHO 6205	Beginning with the Scriptural understanding of human origins, an examination of the human condition from the viewpoint of Christian revelation. Learn more »
Trinity STHO 6204	A systematic and historical examination of the doctrine of the Triune God. Learn more »
Major Themes in Christian Ethics CETH 6130	A team-taught survey of Christian ethics, including fundamental moral theology and Catholic teaching in sexual morality, healthcare and social justice. Learn more »
Sacramental Theology-General STHO 6504	The Biblical, historical, theological and liturgical development of the Sacraments of Christian Initiation, Christian Marriage, reconciliation, anointing of the sick and Holy Orders. Learn more »
Ecclesiology STHO 6207	The mystery of the Church in its various human incarnations throughout history; the Church's foundation, nature and fundamental structure. Learn more »
MA Seminar: Deacons and Christian Worship STHO 6888	A study of the history and theological development of the liturgy of the Roman Rite, with attention to the Liturgy of the Hours and the Liturgy of Vatican II, especially the Eucharist as the source and summit of Christian living. Learn more »
Theology of the Spiritual Life STHO 6728	Theology of the Christian spiritual life, biblical foundations, and more. Learn more »