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Saint John's Seminary
School
Saint John's Seminary
OT502
The Narrative Books of the Old Testament: Genesis-Kings
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
FA23
This course involves a close study of the Narrative Books of the Old Testament (Genesis-2 Kings).� The historical, literary, and theological dimensions of the books are presented, taking account of chronological sequence and canonical context.� The course seeks to impart a solid critical and theological understanding of the Pentateuch (Genesis-Deuteronomy) and Former Prophets or �Deuteronomistic History� (Joshua-2 Kings) for prayer, preaching and catechesis. On completion, it is expected that the student will be equipped 1) to discuss the books with facility and 2) to appreciate the text from the perspectives of faith and reason. The student should develop a methodology for approaching the sacred text with a) humility and reverence (it is a Divine Word) and b) a critical/discerning eye (it is expressed in human words).� Reason brings an awareness of historical background, sources, authorship, possible editing, literary forms, narrative approaches, etc. All aspects, however, are pursued within the greater vital context of divine inspiration, Sacred Tradition (including patristic and liturgical interpretation), and the life of the Church. The overarching aim is to discover what the Lord continues to communicate through the inspired text.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Briody
MWF
9:00-9:50AM
Grading Option
Letter/Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
NT503
The Gospel of John
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
FA23
In addition to our careful reading of John, we will survey its structure, content, and main themes. We will also study the sources underlying the Johannine writings, the germane political and social issues involved therein, as well as the presence of both Jews and Gentiles. Also, we will take a look at Johannine Christology, ecclesiology, eschatology, and related themes. Finally, this course aims to develop the student�s ability to use the Gospel to integrate the Johannine perspective meaningfully into preaching, teaching, and theological reflection.�
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Grover, OMV
TR
10:30-11:45AM
Grading Option
Letter/Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
HT501
Patristics
BTI Category
Semester
Church History/History of Religions
FA23
This course surveys�the development of the�early Church from the first century through the sixth�century. Readings, lectures, and class discussion introduce the student to the theologies, teaching, and personalities of the early Christian period.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Staley-Joyce
MW
1:!5-2:30PM
Grading Option
Letter/Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
LT402
Elementary Latin II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
FA23
It is assumed that the student has had no formal instruction in Latin or has had only one or two years of high school Latin. The course will introduce students to Latin grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. (1.5 credits are earned per semester at the graduate level.)
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Stamm
TR
1:15-2:30PM
Grading Option
Letter/Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
1.5 Credits earned per semester
School
Saint John's Seminary
TH502
Christology
BTI Category
Semester
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
FA23
This course is an introduction to the basic elements in the study of the identity and saving work of Jesus Christ as developed throughout the Catholic Tradition, with particular attention to the contribution of St. Thomas Aquinas. The course proceeds from an examination of the data of Revelation in both the Old and New Testaments, to a detailed study of the Christological formulas articulated by the Church through the Third Council of Constantinople (680�81), to a systematic treatment of topics rooted in the one Person and two natures of Jesus Christ.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Coughlin
MWF
9:00-9:50AM
Grading Option
Letter/Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
MT608
Morality and Evangelization in the Digital Age
BTI Category
Semester
Practical/Pastoral Theology
FA23
In the great commission of our Lord, Christ asks His disciples to make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19). In the digital age, this evangelical mandate remains the same, but the tools and methods by which we are called to do so may be quite new and different. In an unprecedented era of information, communication, and connection, how can we best understand how we are to navigate the digital realm so that we can both exercise and witness to the moral life that our Lord calls us to? This seminar course will engage students to explore the digital tools at our disposal and how sound Catholic moral theology can help us to use these tools well.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Nakkeeran
R
2:45-4:45PM
Grading Option
Letter/Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
NT501
The Synoptic Gospel
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
FA23
The class will pursue a close exegetical analysis of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, with particular attention to the historical setting, style, and to the Gospels� portrayal of Jesus, discipleship, the law, and suffering. The course aims to develop the student�s ability to integrate each of the evangelists� perspective meaningfully into preaching, teaching, and theological reflection. This goal will be pursued through a survey of the structure, content, and main themes of each Gospel, based primarily upon an exegetical and intra-textual analysis with attention to current discussion in the scholarly literature.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Grover, OMV
TR
9:00-10:15AM
Grading Option
Letter/Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
NT612
Charisms in the New Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
FA23
This course explores the theological and biblical foundations, as well as the pastoral implications of the so-called charismatic gifts. The relevant teaching of Vatican II (Lumen Gentium �12) will be compared with that of earlier Church teaching, as well as with perspectives of more recent theologians. Above all, a study will be made of the New Testament sources of the conciliar teaching. Issues such as the relationship of charism to ecclesiastical mini- stry, charism and the �common good,� charism and the Spirit, charism and the theological virtues will be treated as they emerge from a study of the New Testament texts, especially 1 Cor 12�14; Eph 4:7-11, Mark 16, and a few passages of the Acts of the Apostles.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Maluf
R
2:45-4:45PM
Grading Option
Letter/Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
CH501
Church History I
BTI Category
Semester
Church History/History of Religions
FA23
This course surveys�the development of the�early Church from the first century through the sixth�century. Readings, lectures, and class discussion introduce the student to the theologies, teaching, and personalities of the early Christian period.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Coughlin
W
10:30-11:45AM; 1:15-2:30PM
Grading Option
Letter/Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
TH501
Fundamental Theology
BTI Category
Semester
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
FA23
This course seeks to introduce and analyse the major themes that govern theological thinking and reasoning: Theological Methods, Faith, Revelation, Church, Salvation, Scripture & Interpretation, Tradition, the Magisterium, the�Sensus Fidelium and the Development of Doctrine, etc. The focus will be Christian theology, specifically, Catholic Theology.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Agbaw-Ebai
TR
10:30-11:45AM
Grading Option
Letter/Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
TH649
Ratzinger and Logos Christology
BTI Category
Semester
Systematic Theology & Philosophy (Western)
FA23
This course intends to study Ratzinger�s Logos Christology in the Trilogy, Jesus of Nazareth, in the light of contemporary challenges that Christology continues to face as a consequence of the historical-critical method and that now presents itself as the most compelling post-Enlightenment hermeneutic that is capable of speaking to the needs of men and women today regarding the central question of Christology: Who do people say that the Son of Man is? (Matthew 16:13)
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Agbaw-Ebai
T
2:45-4:45PM
Grading Option
Letter/Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
MM502
Survey of Canon Law
BTI Category
Semester
Church Polity/Cannon Law
FA23
This course introduces ecclesiastical discipline through a preliminary overview of Books I, II, III, IV and VI of the 1983 Code of Canon Law (CIC 1983). Relying on textual analysis of canons and extra-codicial sources, the course will cover the tria munera of governing, teaching, and sanctifying, and the exercise of these offices within a given pastoral context. This will include general norms, sacred ministers or clerics, the teaching office of the Church, parochial governance, sacramental law (Baptism, Confirmation, Penance, and Holy Eucharist), and sanctions. The course will also briefly cover the history and sources of canon law, as well as the jurisprudence of the Apostolic Signatura.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Ricci
W
9:00-11:40AM
Grading Option
Letter/Audit
Credits
3
Online?
N
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
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