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SPRING 2010: GENERAL INFORMATION
The Spring 2010 term begins on Monday, January 11, 2010 and ends on Thursday, May 6, 2010.   Most classes meet once per week.

No classes will be held on:

  • Monday, January 18, 2010  (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)
  • February 15-20, 2010 (Spring Break)
  • March 29-April 10, 2010  (Easter Break)

SEMESTER BROCHURES
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS & REQUIREMENTS
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SPRING 2010 CLASS SCHEDULE
Note these abbreviations: PR = prerequisite; CR = co-requisite; PR/CR = either a prerequisite or a co-requisite. Co-requisites may be taken either at the same time as or before the course listed. Prerequisites and co-requisites may be waived only with the permission of the dean and the instructor.

SPRING EXPLORATIONS IN THEOLOGY COURSES

The following courses have no prerequisites:

  • BS600     Orientation to Biblical Studies

  • BS/H669  Cities of John and Paul Study Tour

  • H/MT520  The Church & the Civil Rights Movement
  • SP516      Saints and Their Spiritual Practices
  • SP605      Spiritual Disciplines

  • TH601      Introduction to Theological Study, Research   &  Writing

SPRING EVENTS:

New Student Orientation                    January 9

E.I. Phonathon                                  March 8

E.I. Shadowing Week                         April 19-22

Holocaust Remembrance Service          April 28

Annual Dinner                                   May 8

Graduation                                       May 13

 

MONDAY

5:30-9:20 p.                  BS635

 4:15-5:55 p.m.                                                          MT/ST755

GOD & THE PROBLEM OF EVIL

Dr. Vicchio

A course that addresses the question, “If God is all-good, all-knowing, and all-powerful, then why does evil exist?” PR = TH601, MT600, ST601.

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          BS614

INTRODUCTION TO BIBLICAL GREEK II

Mr. Dewrell

A continuation of BS613 to equip students to begin reading the New Testament in its original language, with attention to the basics of Greek vocabulary and grammar. PR = BS613.

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          H602

MEDIEVAL CHURCH HISTORY

Fr. Kulbicki

A survey of the major themes of Christianity from the end of the classical period (c.500 CE) until the Renaissance (c.1500 CE). PR/CR = TH601.

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          PT622

INTRODUCTION TO PASTORAL COUNSELING

Dr. Belcher

An study of the basic concepts and principles of pastoral counseling with attention to the fundamental differences between pastoral counseling and mental-health counseling. PR/CR = TH601.

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          ST723

DREAMS & DIVINITY

Dr. Dreisbach

A theological history of the idea of dreams as revelation. PR/CR = TH601.

 

7:50-9:30 p.m.                                                          BS/MT756

THE GOSPELS & SOCIAL JUSTICE

Dr. Davis

A study of social-justice themes in the four gospels and their application to contemporary social problems. PR = BS600, TH601, and either BS622 or BS635. (Fulfills M.A. Church Ministries “biblical interpretation” requirement.)  

 

7:50-9:30 p.m.                                                          ST794

SEMINAR: SALVATION & ATONEMENT

Dr. Sutherland

A seminar on Christian teaching about the atonement and its implications for ministry, with attention to questions of God’s grace and punishment, and Christ’s victory over sin, death, and the devil. PR = C.A.S. matriculation or TH601, ST601.

TUESDAY

4:15-5:25 p.m.                                                          BS600.1

ORIENTATION TO BIBLICAL STUDIES

Dr. Edwards

An introduction to the goals and methods of academic biblical studies, with attention to the development of biblical literature, tools for research, and methods of exegesis. This is a two-credit course. PR = NONE.

 

4:15-5:55 p.m.                                                          ST690

PERSPECTIVES IN ROMAN CATHOLIC THEOLOGY

Dr. Langmead

A survey of the task, methods, sources, and principal doctrines of Roman Catholic theology, utilizing church documents and recent theological writings. PR = TH601, ST601.

 

5:45-7:45 p.m.                                                          PT799

MINISTRY-IN-CONTEXT (meets biweekly)

Dr. Fosarelli

A supervised field placement experience and concurrent theological reflection seminar, open only to M.A. in Church Ministries (MACM) candidates who have completed at least 38 credits. This serves as the culminating experience in the MACM program. PR = completion of degree requirements, plus permission of the professor and approval of the placement experience by the middle of the term prior to enrollment in the course.

 

6:00-8:30 p.m.                                                          BS622

LITERATURE & THEOLOGY OF THE NEW TESTAMENT

Dr. Edwards

An exploration of the New Testament in its historical and social settings, focusing on the unique purpose and theology of each writing, with attention to the origins of the New Testament canon. PR/CR = BS600, TH601.

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          ES/ST734

ORTHODOX CHRISTIANITY

Dr. Burnett

An introduction to the history, theology, spirituality, and liturgy of the Orthodox family of churches. PR = TH601.

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          PT645

THE MINISTRY OF LEADERSHIP

Dr. Brown

An exploration of the theological foundations for leadership, current models of secular and church leadership, and current issues in order to develop an informed personal leadership style. PR/CR = TH601.

 

7:50-9:30 p.m.                                                          PT725

PROBLEMS OF THE CONTEMPORARY FAMILY

Dr. Fosarelli

An analysis of the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual implications of the most common problems facing U.S. families today, with attention to Christian responses that might assist family members in coping with these problems. PR/CR = TH601.

 

Wednesday

 4:00-5:40 p.m.                                                          BS796

EXEGESIS OF THE GREEK NEW TESTAMENT: THE GOSPEL OF JOHN

Dr. Skinner

An exegetical seminar on the Fourth Gospel with specific focus on the literary and theological dimensions of the text. PR = BS600, BS614.

 

4:15-5:55 p.m.                                                          BS/SP701

PAULINE SPIRITUALITY FOR CHURCH & MINISTRY

Dr. Gorman

An exploration of Paul’s spirituality and ecclesiology and its relevance to contemporary church life and ministry. PR = BS600, TH601. (Fulfills M.A.C.M. “biblical interpretation” requirement & M.A. Th. “Paul” requirement.)  

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          BS625

THE PENTATEUCH

Dr. Skinner

A study of ancient Israelite theological history from Genesis to Deuteronomy, with use of modern tools of scholarship, in order to develop creative contemporary encounters with the ancient texts. PR/CR = BS600, TH601.

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          ES710

INTRODUCTION TO ISLAM

Dr. Robertson

A study of the doctrines, hermeneutics, institutions, and contemporary world impact of Islam. PR = TH601.

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          RE605

TEACHING & CURRICULUM IN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Dr. Richardson

An examination of the theory and practice of varied teaching and learning styles, current issues in pedagogy, and curriculum design and assessment. PR/CR = TH601.

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          ST721

THE TRIUNE GOD

Dr. McCormack

An examination of the biblical and theological teaching on the mystery of God as Triune, with attention to contemporary theologies of the Trinity and their implication for Christian spirituality and practice. PR = TH601, ST601.

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          TH601

INTRODUCTION TO THEOLOGICAL STUDY, RESEARCH & WRITING

Mrs. Reisinger

A survey of theology’s major disciplines, with a review of research-paper techniques, and experience with practical tools and methods of research and writing. PR = NONE.

 

8:00-9:10 p.m.                                                          BS600

ORIENTATION TO BIBLICAL STUDIES

Dr. Skinner

An introduction to the goals and methods of academic biblical studies, with attention to the development of biblical literature, tools for research, and methods of exegesis. PR = NONE. 

 

 

 

Thursday

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          H/MT520/720

THE CHURCH & THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT

Dr. Hunt

An historical, theological, and socio-cultural analysis of people, places, and events of the movement, with attention to its implications for the contemporary church. PR/CR for H/MT520 = NONE; PR/CR for H/MT720 = TH601.

 

6:00-7:40 p.m.                                                          MT600

FUNDAMENTALS OF THEOLOGICAL ETHICS

Dr. Weiss

An examination of the nature, presuppositions, terminology, and themes of Christian ethics, with attention to the history of Christian ethics, sources of moral wisdom, systems of ethical evaluation and decision-making, sin, and conversion. PR/CR = TH601.

 

6:00-9:30 p.m.                                                          SP516/716

1/14, 28; 2/11, 25; 3/4, 18; 4/15; [4/22 makeup]

SAINTS & THEIR SPIRITUAL PRACTICES

Dr. Thomas

A study of spiritual practices of representative saints, including discernment (Ignatius), discipleship (Wesley), service (Mother Teresa), and forgiveness (Mandela). PR/CR for SP516 = NONE; PR/CR for SP716 = TH601.

 

6:00-8:30 p.m.                                                         ST601

FOUNDATIONS OF SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY

Dr. Berry

A survey of basic theological topics, such as revelation, salvation, Jesus Christ, Trinity, church, sin and grace, with attention to historical development and theological method. PR/CR = TH601.

 

7:50-9:30 p.m.                                                          MT/ST747

THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS & CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP

Dr. Weiss

An examination of  interpretations of the resurrection of Jesus, with attention to New Testament literature, modern Christology, and contemporary thought. PR = TH601 and either MT600 or ST601.

SATURDAY

9:00-4:30 p.m.                                                          SP605

1/16, 30; 2/6, 27; [3/6 makeup]

SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES

Sr. Rose Mary Dougherty, SSND

A theological exploration of historical and contemporary models of such disciplines as prayer, contemplation, fasting, and silence.  PR = NONE.  

 

Study Tour

The Cities of Paul & John

February 11-21, 2010                                                               Dr.Gorman                                                                    BS/H669

A study trip to Turkey and Greece to visit cities like Ephesus, Laodicea, Philippi, Corinth, and Athens in order to appreciate the letters of Paul and the book of Revelation in their original setting. Fulfills the requirement for a course on Paul. PR/CR = NONE. The price is $3,799, plus tuition and fees for credit or audit. (Credit tuition is $325 for study trips. Audit tuition is $275 [$225 for alums and seniors]). For a brochure, email or call Dr. Gorman at mgorman@stmarys.edu or 410/864-4200.

 

 

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7:05-8:55 p.m.                       TH601   

INTRODUCTION TO THEOLOGICAL STUDY, RESEARCH & WRITING

Dr. Burnett

An introduction to the study of theology, including a survey of its major disciplines, review of research-paper techniques, and hands-on-experience with the tools and methods of theological research and writing. PR = NONE. 

 


 

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