Theology
030 INTRODUCTION TO THEOLOGY
½ CR. 1 LEVEL Fr.
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the study of Catholic theology at St. Elizabeth Academy. Areas of study include an introduction to Catholic culture, the charism of the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood, the life of St. Elizabeth of Thuringia, Catholic spirituality, and the lifestyle of chastity.
033 REVELATION OF JESUS IN SCRIPTURE (“Scripture”)
½ CR. 2 LEVELS Fr.
The purpose of this course is to give students a general knowledge and appreciation of the Sacred Scriptures. Through their study of the Bible, they will come to encounter the living Word of God, Jesus Christ. In the course they will learn about the Bible, authored by God through Inspiration, and its value to people throughout the world.
034 WHO IS JESUS CHRIST? (“Jesus Christ”)
½ CR. 2 LEVELS So.
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the mystery of Jesus Christ, the living Word of God, the Second Person of the Blessed Trinity. In this course students will understand that Jesus Christ is the ultimate Revelation to us from God. In learning about who he is, the students will also learn who he calls them to be. (Offered to sophomores beginning in 2011-2012.)
035 THE MISSION OF JESUS CHRIST (“Mission of Jesus”)
½ CR. 2 LEVELS So.
The purpose of this course is to help students understand all that God has done for us through his Son, Jesus Christ. Through this course of study, students will learn that for all eternity, God has planned for us to share eternal happiness with him, which is accomplished through the redemption Christ won for us. Students will learn that they share in this redemption only in and through Jesus Christ. They will also be introduced to what it means to be a disciple of Christ and what life as a disciple entails. (Offered to sophomores beginning in 2011-2012.)
009 MORALITY
½ CR. 2 LEVELS Jr.
This course helps to develop the moral maturity that enables one to have a Christian life style. The goal is to teach the students to make good responsible decisions based on informed conscience, the directives of the Church, and the teachings of Jesus Christ.
011 SACRAMENTS
½ CR. 2 LEVELS Jr.
This course is a survey of the historical development, theology, symbolism, and practice of the seven Sacraments of the Roman Catholic Church, as well as experiential learning through the liturgies and rites of the Church.
013 VOCATIONS
½ CR. 2 LEVELS Sr.
This course provides background and applications on the topics of self-understanding, commitment, growing in love, and communication as a basis for helping students discern their own vocation options. Included is valuable information on the single life, the consecrated life, the ordained life, and the married life.
015 CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHING
½ CR. 2 LEVELS Sr.
This course exposes students to the principles of Catholic social teaching, helping students understand the global and social dimensions of morality. The course challenges students to struggle for justice and peace in our world.
*020 THEO X100 (Theological Foundations)
Prerequisite(s): Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher; Department Approval
½ CR. 1 LEVEL Sr.
The focus of the students’ previous seven semesters of theology has been to understand Catholic teaching and integrate it into their lives through action and prayer. This course builds on that foundational knowledge and introduces an approach for studying theology on the college level. For that reason, emphasis will be placed on higher level thinking skills, independent research and investigation, and more in-depth writing. Although some topics (such as the Bible and the Sacraments) will be repeated, the approach to these topics will be from a college theology perspective. This course is offered during the second semester.
This course may be taken for 3 college credits through St. Louis University. Students register and pay for the course at the beginning of the semester.
