Areas of specialization
Catechetical Ministry (10 credits)
Course work in this specialization focuses on the foundation and process of catechesis. In addition, the psychology of faith development, administration of catechetical programs and RCIA are carefully examined. When appropriate, and with the pre-approval of the director of the program, students in this concentration may substitute THEO 589 Special Topics or THEO 594 Theological Practicum for one of the required courses.
- THEO 520 Foundations of Catechesis
- THEO 521 Process of Catechesis
- THEO 522 Psychology of Faith Development
- THEO 523 Administration and Supervision of Parish Catechetical Programming
- THEO 540 Principles of Liturgy or THEO 541 Sacramental Theology
Pastoral Ministry (10 credits)
Course work in this specialization focuses on the theology and practice of pastoral ministry. Because pastoral ministers are responsible for a wide range of activities, this area offers greater variety and flexibility. It is important for students in this concentration, with the assistance of an adviser, to tailor course selection to fit with the specific duties of their pastoral work. When appropriate, and with the pre-approval of the director of the program, students in this concentration may substitute THEO 594 Theological Practicum for one of the required courses.
- THEO 560 Models of Ministry and Leadership in the Church
- THEO 576 Theology and Practice of Pastoral Care
- One course from THEO 540 Principles of Liturgy or THEO 541 Sacramental Theology
- Two electives from:
° THEO 577 Preaching and the Art of Communication
° THEO 578 Theologies of Ecumenical and Interreligious Dialogue
° THEO 589 Special Topics in Pastoral Ministry
Spirituality (10 credits)
Course work in this specialization integrates an examination of the history of Christian spirituality with contemporary analysis of biblical theological and social scientific resources. When appropriate, and with the pre-approval of the director of the program, students in this concentration may substitute THEO 589 Special Topics or THEO 594 Theological Practicum for one of the required courses.
- THEO 580 Introduction to Spirituality
- THEO 581 History of Christian Spirituality and Mysticism
- THEO 582 Special Topics in Spirituality
- Two electives from:
° THEO 522 Psychology of Faith Development
° THEO 540 Principles of Liturgy
° THEO 541 Sacramental Theology
° THEO 573 Theology of Spiritual Formation and Direction
