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CHURCH POLITY & CANON LAW

School

Boston College School of Theology & Ministry

TMPS8121-01

Introduction to Canon Law

BTI Category

Semester

Church Polity/Canon Law

FA25

This course examines the nature, history, and sources of Canon Law in the Catholic Church. It presents an overview of the norms provided in the 1983 Code of Canon Law and relevant complementary canonical legislation. This course will focus on general norms (Book I), the People of God (Book II), the teaching munus of the Church (Book III), temporal goods (Book V). Given the current circumstances and issues about the Catholic Church's sexual abuse crisis, a brief presentation of penal law (Book VI) and processes (Book VII) will be offered. This course is recommended as a foundational background for "Canon Law of the Sacraments."

Professor

Class Day & Time

Ponzone, Andrea

R

04:00PM-06:20PM

Credits

Letter

Credits

3

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Online?

N

Prerequisites?

Y

Notes

(One year of graduate level theology.)

School

Boston University School of Theology

STHTC 724

UCC Polity

BTI Category

Semester

Church Polity/Canon Law

FA25

The United Church of Christ (UCC) enjoys a rich ecclesial history and thought- provoking polity, both of which should be understood and appreciated by those seeking to serve in ordained or lay ministry within the denomination. Students taking this course will encounter the traditional "UCC origins" narrative, learn about the four constituent denominations and hidden histories that shaped the UCC and its ideals, and engage issues of Theology, Ecclesiology, Mission, Ecumenism, and Liturgy within the denomination. This course fulfills the UCC polity and history course requirement for ordination in the denomination.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Kidd, Anastasia

F

11:15am-2pm

Credits

Letter

Credits

3

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Online?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

N/A

School

Boston University School of Theology

STHTH 821

History and Doctrine of United Methodism

BTI Category

Semester

Church Polity/Canon Law

FA25

An exploration of Methodist origins, the Wesleys, the rise of Methodism in England, and the distinctive doctrines of Wesleyan theology. There is a particular focus on the development of the various United Methodist traditions in America and their impact on society. The course is designed to meet one of the requirements for membership in a UMC Annual Conference.�

Professor

Class Day & Time

Maia, Filipe

T

3:30pm-6:15pm

Credits

Letter

Credits

3

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Online?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

N/A

School

Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology

CLAW 6075

Governing Documents of the GOA

BTI Category

Semester

Church Polity/Canon Law

FA25

This course offers a study and in-depth examination of the principal governing documents of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America (GOA). A focus will be placed on the Charter and Regulations of the GOA, Regulations regarding Spiritual Courts, Regulations regarding monasteries, Archdiocesan procedures, and guidelines having both administrative significance and pastoral ramifications.

Professor

Class Day & Time

V. Rev. Bartholomew J Mercado

W

9:10am-11:30am

Credits

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Online?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

N/A

School

Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology

DOGM 5002 Z1

Dogmatics I

BTI Category

Semester

Church Polity/Canon Law

FA25

The Orthodox doctrine of the knowledge of God and of the doctrines of the Trinity, cosmology, and anthropology. Emphasis will be placed on the ancient Fathers and on contempotary Orthodox dogmaticians.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Rev. Fr. Demetrios Bathrellos

ASYNC

TBA

Credits

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Online?

ASYNC

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

N/A

School

Boston College School of Theology & Ministry

TMST7020-01

The Church

BTI Category

Semester

Church Polity/Canon Law

FA25

The ecclesial dimension of Christian faith is the focal point of this course. The course will locate the church within both a Trinitarian theology and a theological anthropology. Specific topics for exploration include the place of the church in the Creed, the sacramentality of the church, a theology of mission, and of structure and authority. The course will also explore current issues shaping the church's life and its place in the wider culture.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Lennan, Richard J

F

09:00AM-12:00

Credits

Letter

Credits

3

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Online?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

N/A

School

Boston University School of Theology

STHTC 857

Anglican Formation

BTI Category

Semester

Church Polity/Canon Law

FA25

An integrative weekly session incorporating worship, spiritual practice, and group reflection on significant texts within the Anglican spiritual and theological tradition. Students will take turns leading the Daily Office and guiding group conversations. This course aims at grounding students in the Anglican spiritual tradition and helping them to develop their own practices of prayer, worship, and spiritual leadership. It is especially recommended for Anglican/Episcopal students but is open to all regardless of religious tradition.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Feyerherm, Elise

F

See notes

Credits

Letter

Credits

1

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Online?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

9am-12pm, It is especially recommended for Anglican/Episcopal students but is open to all regardless of religious tradition.

School

Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology

CLAW 6012

Canon Law

BTI Category

Semester

Church Polity/Canon Law

FA25

A study of the holy canons understood as practical expressions of doctrinal truth, and their application in the life of the Church. The administrative structute of the local church will also be examined.

Professor

Class Day & Time

V. Rev. Bartholomew J Mercado

W

2:10pm-4:30pm

Credits

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Online?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

N/A

School

Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology

DOGM 5002

Dogmatics I

BTI Category

Semester

Church Polity/Canon Law

FA25

The Orthodox doctrine of the knowledge of God and of the doctrines of the Trinity, cosmology, and anthropology. Emphasis will be placed on the ancient Fathers and on contempotary Orthodox dogmaticians.

Professor

Class Day & Time

Rev. Fr. Demetrios Bathrellos

MW

10:40am-12:00pm

Credits

Letter, P/F, Audit

Credits

3

Professor Approval Req'd?

N

Online?

N

Prerequisites?

N

Notes

N/A

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