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PM 104 Introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures 2 cr.
Overviews the historical, literary and theological context out of which the scriptures developed. The basic skills needed to interpret the scriptures as well as major themes developed in their theology are covered.

PM 105 Introduction to the Christian Scriptures 2 cr.
Examines the context out of which the Christian scriptures developed, the coming of the Kingdom in the Person of Jesus Christ, and the literary history of the various books.

PM 191, 192, 193 Selected Topics

PM 204 Introduction to Social Justice Ministry 2 cr.
Gives a basic theological foundation of social justice ministry in scripture and the social teachings of the Church. Discusses the role of the Church in society as well as the prophetic and pastoral roles of the Christian minister in relating social justice issues to gospel values.

PM 221 Knowing Jesus Then and Now 2 cr.
Traces the formulation of doctrine about the nature of Jesus. Seeks to understand how the Church, beginning with the faith portraits of Jesus in the Gospels, has answered the Christological question, “Who do you say that I am?”

PM 235 Counseling Skills for Pastoral Ministers 2 cr.
Investigates the principles and types of pastoral counseling with special attention to the contemporary skills used in supportive ministry to the bereaved, elderly, sick, youth, and those in need of healing. Techniques of creative and active listening and available counseling resources in the community are stressed.

PM 240 Management Skills for
Pastoral Ministers 2 cr.
Provides skills to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of pastoral ministers. Topics such as strategic and financial planning, volunteer empowerment, office organization and time management are addressed.

PM 291, 292, 293 Selected Topics

PM 295 Cooperative Education for
Pastoral Ministry 2 cr.

PM 301 Sacraments in Christian Life 2 cr.
Explores the concept of sacramentality. Discusses the historical and theological development and liturgical traditions of each of the seven sacraments. Emphasis is placed on the preparation for and the liturgical celebration of each sacrament. Special attention is given to the celebration of the Eucharist and to the Rite of Christian Initiation.

PM 311 Church History 2 cr.
Traces the major movements of the growth of the Church and its influence in the world from New Testament times through the Fathers, the Middle Ages, the Reformation, colonial expansion, and Vatican Council II. Some attention is given to the Church’s approach to the modern world.

PM 317 Basic Beliefs and Tradition 1 cr.
Presents an overview of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church with practical applications for catechists.

PM 318 Basic Beliefs and Faith Formation 2 cr.
Presents an overview of the basic teachings of the Catholic church with special applications for catechists. Addresses the catechist’s own spiritual formation and gives pertinent resources that support this ministry.

PM 319 Catechetical Methods 1 cr.
Focuses on educational methods especially helpful for those teaching Catholic doctrine in Grades 1-8.

PM 321 Principles of Morality and Moral Response 2 cr.
Introduces morality in the Catholic tradition including sources and purpose of moral norms, understanding of the human person as morally responsible, and the function of conscience. Practical applications of moral principles to current issues will be illustrated through case study and discussion.

PM 324 The Gospels 2 cr.
Compares and contrasts the origins and themes of the four Gospels of the New Testament.

PM 327 Acts and Letters 2 cr.
Brings to life a picture of the church as it emerged in the first century.

PM 332 The Nature of the Church 2 cr.
Studies the nature of the Church as the sacrament of God’s presence in history. Examines the Church experienced as institution, as community, as Catholic, renewing itself to minister to the modern world. Also addressed: ecumenical efforts and the vision of the Church articulated in the documents of Vatican II and beyond.

PM 334 Nature, Sin, and Grace 2 cr.
Studies and reflects upon what the Christian message of salvation teaches about our human nature, history, and destiny. Combines theological anthropology with a theology of grace to better understand how God interacts with human subjects and human subjects with their God.

PM 335 Theology and Spirituality for Ministry 2 cr.
Gives a theological, scriptural and psychological overview of the role, responsibility and spirituality of the pastoral minister. Discusses areas of focus such as family ministry, bereavement, evangelization, youth, the ill and elderly. Connects with current issues in ministry: collaboration, communication, ethics, and the spiritual nurturing of the minister.

PM 340 Adolescent Catechesis 1 cr.
Enriches the high school religion teacher with psychological principles and teaching methods based on the needs of adolescents.

PM 346 Canon Law for Ministry 3 cr.
Introduces Church law according to the Code of 1983. Focus is on general norms, structures, and application on the parish level.

PM 365 Applied Moral Theology 2 cr.
Discusses applications of ethical principles to current issues.

PM 391, 392, 393, 394 Selected Topics

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