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This course continues to explore the history, grammar and vocabulary of the Hebrew language as it is preserved in the Hebrew Bible, using dictionaries, grammars, and lexica. Prerequisite: STMM 515 Hebrew 1

Mondays 9:00-11:50am | beginning January 7  | Dr. Andrew Davis

Students gain expertise in interpreting the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke by considering: their major themes, composition and points of view in proclaiming Jesus, the historical communities for which they were written, and the challenges they present us. Special emphasis is placed on the Gospels as stories, requiring literary analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite: STMM 527 Prophets

Mondays 1:30-4:20pm | beginning April 1 | Dr. Leticia Guardiola-Saénz

Students explore what it is to be human in this course. Identifying how various philosophies, theologies, and cultures create systems of meaning-making. Students name their own values and the impact of those values on their lives, their relationships, and their world. Further, students explore how symbols, metaphors, and rituals shape them and others in processes of creating collective understanding.

Mondays 5:45-8:35pm | beginning April 1 | Rev. Rick Jackson, MDiv

This course invites students to approach theology from an ecumenical perspective. It includes an overview of the major denominational traditions within the Christian Church and an introduction to interfaith dialogue. The course explores the work of the modern ecumenical movement to overcome divisions among and within the churches and to make more visible the God given unity of the Church through dialogue, advocacy, and action for the common good. Students learn through readings, lectures, discussion, papers, and interaction with one another, faculty, and guests from a variety of faith traditions. Prerequisites: STMM 500  Christian Anthropology and STMM 553 Pastoral Care Skills.

Mondays 5:45-8:35pm | beginning April 1
Dr. Michael Kinnamon & Dr. Michael Trice

Besides containing some of the Bible’s most beautiful poetry, the Book of Isaiah is an important witness to periods of tremendous upheaval in Israel’s history. This course will examine the book from a range of perspectives – literary, historical, and especially theological. We will consider how First, Second, and Third Isaiah make theological sense of difficult times and help later readers, including us, do the same.

Wednesdays 5:45-8:35pm | beginning April 3 | Dr. Andrew Davis

The purpose of the course is to increase liturgical literacy as pastoral ministers serving the Church. This course is intended to be taken after one has been exposed to the basics of Sacramental and Liturgical Theology. Students will explore important contemporary and classic works on liturgical prayer, seeking to investigate the spirituality that is expressed and enhanced whenever the community gathers for worship. Materials include works from Roman Catholic, Orthodox, and Lutheran writers, some with an Episcopal bent. Students will also explore patristic catecheses on worship and the life of the community. Prerequisite: STMM 505 Sacramental and Liturgical Theology or STMM 510 Theology and  Practice of Worship.

Thursdays 1:30pm-5:30pm | beginning April 4
Rev. Paul Janowiak SJ, PhD