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	Academic Catalog Home 2003-2005 Catalog Home Academic Calendar Introduction Academic Programs Academic Departments and Programs General Information Appendices Site Index Search		Pastoral Theology/Ministry 380 Pastoral Ministry. (4) An introduction to the theology and spirituality of pastoral ministry. This course will also explore pastoral leadership and the structural components of parish life and ministry. 381 Youth Ministry. (4) This course will focus on the theology and practice of parish youth ministry. We will explore the philosophical and theological foundations of youth ministry. Youth ministry skills addressed will include relational ministry, needs assessment and lesson planning. A study of the catechetical theory as well as specific methodologies for catechesis for children, youth and adults. This course will be especially helpful to those interested in pastoral ministry and those planning to teach or coordinate faith formation programs for children, youth and/or adults. 382 Family Ministry. (1) This is an introductory course on the theology of Christian marriage and families. The topics explored will include the history of Christian marriage, mutuality, sexuality, sacramentality and prayer. This course will also focus on pastoral approaches within pre-marriage and family ministry. 383 Retreat Work. (1) This course will focus on the theology and practice of retreat ministry. Students will create a retreat in this course. Special attention will be given to "religious experiences" within retreat ministry settings. 384 Social Concerns. (1) A study of the various special groups within a parish (such as the elderly, divorced, handicapped, chemically dependent) and the skills needed in ministering to them. 385 Ministry to the Sick and Dying. (1) An investigation into insights and issues surrounding the process of pastoral ministry to the sick and dying. How does one talk to and care for a dying person within a pastoral ministry setting? 389 Topics in Pastoral Theology and Ministry. (1-4) Course titles and descriptions will be listed in the official class schedule. May be repeated for credit.
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