Fall 2018 Course Schedule
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DOCTRINE | SCRIPTURE | LANGUAGE | SEMINAR | PASTORAL THEOLOGY
HISTORY OF CHRISTIANITY | MORAL THEOLOGY | SPIRITUALITY
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMS | FIELD EDUCATION | LITURGY | LITURGICAL MUSIC
ONLINE COURSES
DOCTRINE
Trinity, Faith, Revelation
Shawn Colberg | DOCT 407 | 15416
8:00 - 11:10am (M)
This course explores the emergence and development of the doctrine of the Trinity. The doctrine of the Trinity represents the Christian way of naming the mystery of God, how this mystery is shared in history, and the pastoral/practical consequences that follow as a result of this sharing. The course surveys the biblical, philosophical, sociological, and theological landscape that has contributed to this doctrine from early Christianity to contemporary times.
Christian Anthropology
Kristin Colberg | DOCT 411 | 15417
1:15 - 4:25pm (M)
This course undertakes a Christian exploration to the question: What does it mean to be human? As a theological discipline, Christian theological anthropology draws from a wide range of sources. These sources include the doctrine of creation, the doctrine of sin and grace, the doctrine of the Trinity, Christology, ecclesiology, and eschatology. This course examines these sources and underscores the historical evolution of Christian theological anthropology.
Religious Pluralism
Chris Conway | DOCT 468 | 13543
Within Christian theology two modes of theological reflection have emerged in response to religious pluralism: Theology of Religions and Comparative Theology. This course will focus on both approaches and will explore the questions and methods central to their theological reflection. For Theology of Religions, this will include the questions of truth and salvation in other religions as understood through scriptural and doctrinal resources within the Christian tradition. For Comparative Theology, this will include the theological insights born from an engagement with the beliefs and practices of other religious traditions and theologies.
Asynchronous--Students participate fully online through the CANVAS WEB Platform.
SCRIPTURE
New Testament Greek I
Jason Schlude | SSNT 401 | 11610
12:40 - 1:35pm (MWF)
The instruction emphasizes reading Comprehension of New Testament Greek, with the aid of a dictionary. It includes the study of grammar with an eye towards its practical application. Biblical resources will be utilized for reading proficiency preparation. Graded A-F or pass/fail.
Gospel of Luke
Michael Patella, OSB | SSNT 419 | 15425
1:15 - 4:25pm (W)
A study of the major themes of the Lucan corpus through an historical critical examination of selected passages. Special attention will be given to Luke's soteriology. Offered Synchronous for remote student participation, as well as on campus.
Biblical Hebrew
David Calabro | SSOT 401 | TBA
1:15 - 4:25pm (TBA)
This course guides students through the basics of Hebrew grammar: alphabet, pronunciation, nouns, verbs, adjectives, prepositions. Attention is weighted more toward learning the morphology of verbs, but students will also learn the basics of Hebrew syntax. Students will be able to read selected verses and texts from the Hebrew Bible as the semester progresses.
Prophets
Dale Launderville, OSB | SSOT 412 | 15426
8:00 - 11:10am (W)
Survey of the writings of the prophets in the Old Testament with special attention given to the historical contexts of the biblical prophets and the language, genres, images, and theological content of various prophetic texts. Further consideration of the relevance of the prophetic message in contemporary church and society. Offered Synchronous for remote student participation, as well as on campus.
LANGUAGE
Reading Latin I
Jason Schlude | LANG 401 | 14886
10:20 - 11:15am (MWF)
An overview of the grammatical structure of the language and practice in reading. Ecclesiastical resources will be utilized for reading proficiency preparation. Graded pass/fail.
ThM SEMINAR
ThM Seminar
Charles Bobertz | THY 465 | 12904
TBA
The ThM research seminar is designed to direct and guide students in advanced theological research in preparation for writing a thesis. Students may prepare the thesis proposal in the course, or if approved, can begin writing the thesis. Students will be engaged in dialogue and critique of each others' work in order to enhance understanding of theological research and writing. The proposal will contain: a thesis statement, a description of the project with a brief summary of the positions and the lines of argument to be developed; a tentative outline, a preliminary bibliography of primary and secondary sources. The bibliography will also include sources in the ancient and/or modern language being utilized in the thesis.
PASTORAL THEOLOGY
Pastoral Care: Guiding and Reconciling
Kathleen Cahalan | PTHM 410 | 15423
1:15 - 4:25pm (TH)
Pastoral care is the ministry of compassion for the well-being of persons and communities. Traditionally the ministry has included four dimensions of care: healing, guiding, sustaining, and reconciling. This class focuses on guiding and reconciling. Guiding pertains to caring for people as they search out their calling and seek spiritual growth and maturity. Reconciling ministry is learning to help people and communities practice seeking and granting forgiveness. Both of these practices take place across a wide range of life experiences. This class will focus on life transitions, discerning callings, trauma and abuse, divorce, addictions, mental health, prison ministry, and community and social conflict. The course is grounded in a theology of Christ the reconciler and savior and future hope.
Theology and Practice of Ministry
Jeffrey Kaster | PTHM 405 | 15424
1:15 - 4:25pm (M)
Utilizing practical theology methodology, this course introduces students to theological foundations for ministry, including historical and contemporary theologies of ordained and lay ministry. Students will explore the vocational call to ministry as well as the spiritual, human, and pastoral foundations for ministry. Finally, students will identify the theological principles that are foundational to their ministerial leadership. Offered Synchronous for remote student participation, as well as on campus.
Community Leadership
Bill Cahoy | PTHM 468 | 14659
6:00 - 9:15pm (T)
While some communities seem to form spontaneously, most require careful attention and consistent work in order to put down roots and thrive. This is the challenge of pastoral leadership. Outcomes for the course include identifying the principles that frame community as a theological, pastoral, and socio-cultural reality; learn and practice a model of gift discernment related to leaders and community members; create a framework for applying the functions of pastoral ministry to building and sustaining community life; articulate one’s personal vision of leadership for the sake of community; and exploration of the impact of culture, ethnicity, place, and mission on forming communities.
Ministry Through the Life Cycle
Barbara Sutton | PTHM 454 | TBA
6:00 - 8:30pm (F), 9:00am - 3:00pm (Sa)
September 14-15, October 19-20, November 9-10; WEB work to finish the course
This course will provide an overview of pastoral and spiritual issues that ministers encounter with individuals and families in various life stages. Issues included in the course also include the lifecycle of a family and the cycle of healing for people.
HISTORY OF CHRISTIANITY
History of Christianity I
Charles Bobertz | HCHR 402 | 14942
6:00 - 9:15pm (TH)
This course is an introductory survey of theology, studying representative texts from the pre-Christian era to the Reformation (100 BCE to 1650). Students will examine figures and issues selected from various historical periods. Offered Synchronous for remote student participation, as well as on campus.
MORAL THEOLOGY
Fundamental Moral Theology
Nickolas Becker, OSB | MORL 421 | 15422
1:15 - 4:25pm (T)
This course covers the foundations of the Christian moral life and of Christian moral decision making. The fundamental themes to be covered include, but are not limited to: freedom, conscience formation and moral agency, moral normativity, what constitutes moral reasoning, the use of scripture, tradition and natural law in moral decisions, the interplay between sin and grace, virtue ethics, and the ecclesial aspect of moral decisions.
SPIRITUALITY and MONASTIC STUDIES
Discernment in Prayer
Becky Van Ness | SPIR 437 | 14580
6:00-8:30 PM (M)
September 10, September 24, October 15, October 29, November 12
An exploration of how our personal image of God evolves as we discern God's ways of being present to us in prayer and in life. By both studying and practicing discernment of spirits we can become sensitive to inner movements, understanding where they come from and where they lead us. The course includes an introduction to the practice of lectio divina applied to our lived experience.
Monastic Origins
Cassian Hunter, OSB | MONS 468 | TBA
1:15-4:25 PM (T)
This course considers the rise of Christian monasticism against the background of philosophical, Jewish, and early Christian asceticism. The course covers the nascent monastic cultures before the Rule of Benedict in the west (ca. 540) and the rise of Islam in the east (mid-seventh century).
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMS
Reading for Comprehensive Exams
TBA | THY 598 | 13702
TBA
Comprehensive Exams
TBA | THY 599 | 11184
TBA
FIELD EDUCATION and MINISTRY PORTFOLIO
Clinical Pastoral Education
Barbara Sutton | PTHM 412 | 11174
TBA
Students participate in a basic unit of an accredited Clinical Pastoral Education program.
Practicum/Theological Reflection
Barbara Sutton | PTHM 459 01A- 10A | TBA
TBA
Students work with an organization, project, or parish in the area of their ministerial interest. The supervised experience requires students to integrate theological competence with pastoral practice in developing vocational identity as a public minister, exploring issues of leadership, power and authority; and gaining facility in articulating the Christian faith and in fostering the development of faith with others. Students will reflect on the practice of ministry in theological reflection groups.
Focus Areas:
- 11398- 01A General Parish
- 12001- 02A Religious Education
- 11453- 03A Social Ministry
- 11440- 04A Liturgy
- 13018- 05A Homiletics
- 11434- 06A Pastoral Care
- 13379- 07A Campus Ministry and Young Adult Ministry
- 14288- 08A Spiritual Direction
- 14575- 09A Ministry in the Margins
- 15117- 10A Liturgical Music Ministry
MAM Ministry Portfolio
Barbara Sutton | PTHM 598 | TBA
TBA
Students preparing for ministerial leadership through the MAM degree are required to document and self-assess their readiness for ministry by developing a Ministry Learning Portfolio and presenting it first to a peer group, and second to faculty review group. The Ministry Learning Portfolios are developed over the duration of one’s degree preparation. MAM degree students are required to present their Ministry Learning Portfolio in their last semester. Offered for S/U grading only.
MDIV Ministry Portfolio
Barbara Sutton | PTHM 599 | TBA
TBA
Students preparing for ministerial leadership through the MDIV degree are required to document and self-assess their readiness for ministry by developing a Ministry Learning Portfolio and presenting it first to a peer group, and second to faculty review group. The Ministry Learning Portfolios are developed over the duration of one's degree preparation. MDIV LEM students present mid-degree (39-42 credits), MDIV seminarians (54-60 credits).
LITURGY
The Rites of the Church
Jon Van Parys | LTGY 416 | 15418
6:00 - 9:15pm (M), 8:00 - 11:10am (T)
August 27-28, September 10-11, September 17-18, October 15-16, November 5-6, December 10-11
Introductory study of the nature of ritual, and the place of sacraments and rituals in the life journey of the Christian. Treatment of the rites of vocation (marriage, religious profession and holy orders), healing (reconciliation, anointing of the sick), and burial of the dead.
The Liturgical Year and the Word of God
Martin Connell | LTGY 421 | 15419
6:00 - 9:15pm (M), 8:00 - 11:10am (T)
September 4, September 24-25, October 1-2, October 22-23, October 29-30, November 12-13, December 3-4
The interaction of time-keeping and faith in Christianity. Theology of Sunday, Easter and its seasons, Christmas-Epiphany and their seasons, with study of the prayers for the seasons and feasts in a variety of liturgical books and calendars today. Liturgical time and the rhythms of modern life. Offered Synchronous for remote student participation, as well as on campus.
LITURGICAL MUSIC
Liturgical Music Seminar
Anthony Ruff, OSB | LMUS 501 | 15123
8:00-9:15am (TH)
Cross listed with LTGY 501
1 credit of classroom study integrated with 1 credit of participation in Chapel Choir. Students in the Seminar do not register separately for Chapel Choir. Foundational study of the theology, history, and official documents on music in worship. Principles for the ministry of cantors, choirs, instrumentalists, and ensembles. Practical aspects of music ministry and the management of a parish music program. Practica in liturgical planning of worship services in Emmaus Chapel, including (for Liturgical Music students) lab conducting of the Chapel Choir. Repeatable; offered in a four-semester sequence.
Chapel Choir
Anthony Ruff, OSB & Andre Heywood | LMUS 412 | 15132
9:30-11:20am (TH)
A liturgical choir open to all graduate students which sings regularly for worship in Emmaus Chapel. One third Gregorian Chant (in Latin and English), two-thirds choral music in a wide variety of styles including contemporary and world music. Offered every semester. May be taken for 0 or 1 credit.
Conducting Techniques I
Axel Theimer | LMUS 430 | 15131
1:00-2:45 pm (TH)
Individualized small-group lessons on the basics of conducting techniques such as beat patterns, cueing, expression and dynamics, and score preparation.
Applied Piano
Robert Koopmann, OSB | LMUS 406 | 15124
TBA
Students will develop technical skills and knowledge of performance practices at the graduate level, including the ability to play a large variety of repertoire fluently and with understanding. Secondary organ students will develop sufficient techniques and familiarity with the instrument to play knowledgeably and/or coach others in parish settings. Open to Liturgical Music students.
Applied Organ
Kim Kasling | LMUS 407 | 11164
TBA
Students will develop technical skills and knowledge of performance practices at the graduate level, including the ability to play a large variety of repertoire fluently and with understanding. Major works of significant periods and schools of organ literature will be studied and performed. Secondary organ students will develop sufficient techniques and familiarity with the instrument to play knowledgeably and/or coach others in parish settings. Open to Liturgical Music students.
Applied Voice
Carolyn Finley | LMUS 408 01A | 11165
Patricia Kent | LMUS 408 02A | 11166
TBA
This course covers the fundamentals of singing and vocal pedagogy (breathing, efficient use of voice, diction, etc.) and addresses differing musical styles and the need to interpret the music based on the performance practices of given periods in music history. Voice majors will study and perform significant bodies of solo repertoire. Majors and secondary voice students will emphasize technique and pedagogical skills appropriate to roles as choral directors. Open to Liturgical Music students.
Applied Composition
Brian Campbell | LMUS 409 | 12939
TBA
Individualized coaching in advanced composition of sacred music and music appropriate for liturgical performance. Work in various forms and styles is possible, depending on the needs and interests of individual students. Students should normally have a bachelor's degree in music or equivalent training and have significant experience in music composition. Open to Liturgical Music students.
Service Playing
Kim Kasling | LMUS 433 01A | 11167
TBA
This course seeks to develop the qualified church organist as leader and enabler of the assembly's singing. The course will require high proficiency levels of assembly leadership and accompanimental skills (hymns, masses, psalm forms) as well as vocal and choral accompaniment. Students will also develop abilities in sight-reading, modulation, transposing, and extemporization. Open to Liturgical Music students.
ONLINE COURSES
Synchronous-- Offered for remote participation– as well as on campus (Distance students attend in real time, participating via video camera)
History of Christianity I
Charles Bobertz | HCHR 402 | 14942
6:00 - 9:15pm (TH)
This course is an introductory survey of theology, studying representative texts from the pre-Christian era to the Reformation (100 BCE to 1650). Students will examine figures and issues selected from various historical periods. Offered Synchronous for remote student participation, as well as on campus.
Gospel of Luke
Michael Patella, OSB | SSNT 419 | 15425
1:15 - 4:25pm (W)
A study of the major themes of the Lucan corpus through an historical critical examination of selected passages. Special attention will be given to Luke's soteriology. Offered Synchronous for remote student participation, as well as on campus.
Prophets
Dale Launderville, OSB | SSOT 412 | 15426
8:00-11:10am (W)
Survey of the writings of the prophets in the Old Testament with special attention given to the historical contexts of the biblical prophets and the language, genres, images, and theological content of various prophetic texts. Further consideration of the relevance of the prophetic message in contemporary church and society. Offered Synchronous for remote student participation, as well as on campus.
The Liturgical Year and the Word of God
Martin Connell | LTGY 421 | 15419
6:00 - 9:15pm (M) / 8:00 - 11:10am (T)
September 4, September 24-25, October 1-2, October 22-23, October 29-30; November 12-13, December 3-4
The interaction of time-keeping and faith in Christianity. Theology of Sunday, Easter and its seasons, Christmas-Epiphany and their seasons, with study of the prayers for the seasons and feasts in a variety of liturgical books and calendars today. Liturgical time and the rhythms of modern life. Offered Synchronous for remote student participation, as well as on campus.
The Theology and Practice of Ministry
Jeffrey Kaster | PTHM 405 | 15424
1:15 - 4:25pm (M)
This course will explore the theological foundations of youth ministry, campus ministry, and parish young adult ministry within the broader conceptual framework of evangelization, catechesis, and initiation espoused by Pope Francis, the General Directory for Catechesis, the RCIA, Renewing the Vision, and Empowered by the Spirit: Campus Ministry Faces the Future. This course will foster the development of effective ministerial leadership practices addressing the current contextual context of "the rise of the nones." Offered Synchronous for remote student participation, as well as on campus.
Asynchronous-- Students participate fully online through the CANVAS WEB Platform.
Religious Pluralism
Chris Conway | DOCT 468 | 1354
TBA
Within Christian theology two modes of theological reflection have emerged in response to religious pluralism: Theology of Religions and Comparative Theology. This course will focus on both approaches and will explore the questions and methods central to their theological reflection. For Theology of Religions, this will include the questions of truth and salvation in other religions as understood through scriptural and doctrinal resources within the Christian tradition. For Comparative Theology, this will include the theological insights born from an engagement with the beliefs and practices of other religious traditions and theologies.