This course will examine the history of prophecy in ancient Israel, from its origins in the Mosaic period to its transformation in post-exilic times. In addiction to this historical task, the course will also consider the theological issues raised by the present shape of the prophetic books.
This course will explore the multicultural dimensions of counseling. It will elaborate the social and cultural goals of therapy from this perspective. Various theories, research and practice of counseling will be developed, including the spiritual dimensions of the theory.
Creation theology as Israel’s alternate to the salvation-history model. An emphasis on God’s revelation in creation, on human capability and responsibility for building community, on the enjoyment and celebration of life The quarrel of Job and Ecclesiastes with unreal spirituality. The personification of Wisdom and the feminine aspects of God. The sage as model for ministry. The teaching of Jesus the sage.
An exploration of the theology of ministry as derived from biblical foundations, the history of theology, and contemporary theologians. Self-understanding and kinds of ministry within the tradition for laity, religious and clerics appropriate to the contemporary church.
The theological enterprise and its various methods of investigation: reflective and critical thinking about God present and active in our lives after the Second Vatican Council. Examination of the Council's sources for its theological positions and foundational concepts of God, creation, Christ, the human, sin and grace, church.
An exploration of the contemporary meaning of the Christian symbols of incarnation and atonement in relation to their biblical and traditional interpretations, with special attention to the catechetical and pastoral implications of recent work in the field.
This course will be a review of research in pastoral counseling. It will introduce basic concepts and methods of qualitative research, consider ways of studying change as a result of pastoral care and counseling interventions and programs, and familiarize students with basic skills in evaluating research literature.
This course addresses theological and spiritual issues in the field of pastoral care and counseling and proposes a theological method for reflecting on these issues.
Provides a framework for exploring foundational issues of morality and moral development, including how our understandings of the human person, community and attitude toward the natural environment shape our moral outlook. Emphasis is placed on enabling religious educators and pastoral ministers to make moral formation an integral dimension of education in Christian faith.
From the ancient Greek to Freud, Jung and other major psychological perspectives, to the contemporary work of Stephen Johnson, we will examine why people are so different from one another. Each theory will be compared and contrasted to the spiritual perspective. It will be shown how various personality types resonate with various spiritual styles.
Focus on professional ethics for pastoral ministers. Identity, roles, and responsibilities will be addressed in relation to a range of ethical issues faced in parish life and ministry, including issues around confidentiality, sexual misconduct, collegiality with professional peers, and the ethics of preaching, counseling, and social witness. A theological framework for ethical pastoral conduct will be developed with attention to issues of power and professionalism.
Pastoral counseling in parish and community settings is most effectively and ethically conducted as "brief" counseling- in contrast to "long-term" pastoral psychotherapy. The highly effective solution focused therapy method is particularly adaptable to pastoral counseling in these settings. The goal of the course is to introduce the concepts of the method of solution-focus, and to teach students to begin to apply it in pastoral counseling. M.A. (48 cr.) cohort only.
Group process, like the human life cycle, has it universal ongoing themes punctuated by periods of intense emotionality, crisis, regression, transformation and termination. A basic premise of this course is that we cannot adequately minister in group settings until we know group theory and personally experience group process. Various gropu theories will be explored namely, Systems theory, Psychoanalytic group theory and Existential group theory. All classes wil be focused on integrating theory, personal experience and ministerial skill in a group context.
The purpose of this seminar is threefold: facilitation of growth in the understanding of the psychological processes underlying the dynamics of dierctor/directee relationship, enhancement of skills in the practice of spiritual direction, and promotion of further development of the identity of the spiritual director. The course will be comprised of lecture and discussion on the process and practice of spiritual direction and relevant topics that impact the practice of spiritual direction and weekly case presentations for consultation.
This course is designed to engage participants in a study of the historical, literary, and theological aspects of the Gospel of Mark. Includes discussion of the impact of this Gospel on contemporary pastoral issues.
This course will explore the multicultural dimensions of counseling. It will elaborate the social and cultural goals of therapy from this perspective. Various theories, research and practice of counseling will be developed, including the spiritual dimensions of the theory.
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REGR 6407
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Pastoral Counseling Theories
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Musgrave
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This significant overview course will explore various theories that will be central to Mental Health Counseling and Pastoral Counseling in general. This is a basic first course in learning about therapy. The theories that will be introduced are the following: Relational; Adlerian; Existential; Person-Centered; Gestalt; Family and Feminist Theory. All theories will be viewed from the perspective of appropriate use within various cultural settings. Each student will be expected to choose a theory that will fit their clinical setting, cultural background and theological position. This will be the beginning of learning how to integrate theory into clinical and ministerial work.
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REGR 6424
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Foundations of Religious Education
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Horell
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An examination of the various theological, philosophical and educational models that inform the foundations of religious education. The attempt will be made to show how these models have influenced different schools, theorists, practitioners and materials of religious education. Criteria for evaluating the adequacy of competing models will be offered.
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REGR 6463
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The Religious and Educational Development of Children
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Horell
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Inquires into the spiritual, moral and educational development of children and the implications of this development for religious education. Emphasis is placed on developing a theology of childhood, and the influence of childhoodfaith development on adult spirituality.
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REGR 6483
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Community, Family and Religious Education
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Durka
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A critique of current assumptions regarding the relationship of religion, family and education in an attempt to point toward appropriate models of religious education. A consideration of what helps or hinders religious development within families, and the responsibility of church and society to foster growth in faith.
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REGR 6540
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Inter-religious Dialogue Through Music
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Palackal
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The course is intended as a dialogue with religious traditions other than one?s own by exploring some elements---perennial philosophy and rituals but especially the language of music----that various religions share in common. We will use scriptural texts and music examples as resources to assess continuity of traditions in contemporary practices. We shall focus on Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, Sikhism, Jainism, and Christianity in South Asia and transplanted in North America. Participants will visit worship centers of various religions in the New York Metropolitan area. Musical aptitude is not a must, but an openness to evaluate behavior in a musical context will be helpful.
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REGR 6545
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Cultures and Liberation Theology
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Lesigues
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This course creates a space where epistemic parameters are laid from which to talk about the interrelations and interanimations of cultures and liberation in theology. Here we will interrogate into the variant and oftentimes, discordant notions of culture, departing from the classic, monolithic understanding of it. Then, we will see how these determinations and significations impact on the theological-pastoral fields. In the process, it is the aim of the Course to be aware of the manifold and power-laden meanings culture brings in human sociality, and therefore, of its bearing in any relevant theologizing.
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REGR 6580
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Adult Learning and Development
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Scott
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Meanings of adulthood, processes and principles of adult learning. Challenges and tasks of adult psychological, social and religious development. Framework for a spirituality of aging, focus on middle years and elderhood (fulfills Life Cycle II requirement).
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REGR 6649
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Human Growth and Development
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Bingaman
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This course will explore the development from birth and adolescence through the tasks and crisis of middle and later life. Stage theories, cognitive, social and emotional development will be the focus of this course. Special consideration will be given to spiritual life issues throughout the developmental process.
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REGR 6663
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Assessment and Appraisal of Individuals (Couples and Family)
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Ciaramella
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This course of study presumes a working knowledge of family systems theory and practice. The theoretical approach employed for individual and family functioning will be Structural, Solution Focused and Narrative Family Therapy. The course will focus on the clinical assessment and presentation by both students and course instructor of realfamily interactional issues. There will be the consideration of the impact of culture and cultural differences in understanding and responding to the patterns of family interactions.
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REGR 6692
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Psychology and Religion/Spirituality
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Barbre
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Ongoing issues as well as points of integration between psychology and religion/spirituality. A transpersonalmodel of the human psyche building bridges between psychology and spirituality.
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REGR 6741
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Church and Society
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Burgaleta
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Explores various ways of envisioning how faith communities can structure their internal lives and their relationship to the world. Includes a historical survey of understandings of church and society from biblical times to the present, with specific emphasis placed on using the resources of Scripture and Christian Traditions to help faith communities discern what God is enabling and requiring of them in the world today.
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REGR 6749
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Foundations of Pastoral and Practical Theology
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Elias
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Theological study of Christian experience and practice in their individual and community dimensions. History of pastoral/practical theology and its contemporary developments. Dialogue between present Christian communities and Christian tradition.
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REGR 6804
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History of Spirituality I
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Rauscher
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Spirituality understood as living what one believes, lived dogma. Its development beginning with second and third centuries through the patristic period to the twelfth century. Focus on reading primary sources in their historical context as challenge to and source of contemporary spirituality. Key figures: Irenaeus and Ignatius of Antioch, Origen, Athanasius, Ephrem, the Cappadocians, John Chrysostom, Leo, Benedict, Pseudo-Dionysius, Gregory the Great, John Damascene. Desert mothers, deaconesses, and founders of religious orders in collaborative ministry with men.
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REGR 6830
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Contemporary Christian Spirituality
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Ruffing
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This course examines and critically reflects on developments in Christian spirituality originating in key insights from Vatican Council II, the development of the social teaching of the church, the new cosmology, the rise of postmodernism, the emergence of the laity, and muliticulturalism. It provides a theoretical framework for developing one\\\'s own spirituality in the light of these developments and an understanding of practices that support spiritual growth. Topics to be included are: Definitions of spirituality, asceticism, vocational choices and commitments (including life-style, ministry, and work), Christian discipleship, prayer/meditation, compassion and solidarity, ssexuality and spirituality, and the effects of feminism. Relevant to all educational and pastoral ministries.
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REGR 6839
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Clinical Instruction & Integration Process
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Musgrave
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As students approach the end of their academic study, it is important to integrate theory and practice in preparation for a career in pastoral counseling and mental health counseling. Previous work in the areas of human development, multicultural counseling, psychopathology and diagnosis, group process, marriage and family, theology and spirituality, research, and ethics will be applied to the context of care and counseling in order to develop a methodology for clinical integration. Students will be expected to present case studies from their supervised practicum and internship, in order to identify strengths and areas of growth in their clinical work. By the end of the semester, we will be working toward the development of an adaptable and comprehensive method for applying theory to clinical practice.
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REGR 6840
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Youth and Young Adults
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Horell
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Explores the personal and communal development of youth and young adults (11-30) through Church teaching and such disciplines as philosophy, psychology, sociology, education and religious education. A comprehensive framework for nurturing the faith and spirituality of youth and young adults is presented as an organizing framework for the course.
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REGR 6841
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Special Questions: Youth Ministry
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Scott
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An in-depth study of some key issues and crises in the life of young people. Three major themes, social consciousness, sexuality and spirituality will be the focus of the presentations and discussions. The themes are situated within the broader framework of our cultural context, developmental theories and the philosophy and principles of educational practice. Implications will be drawn for catechetical, liturgical and service programming with young people.
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REGR 6881
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Theology and Practice of Spiritual Direction
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Ruffing
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Exploration of the experience of spiritualdirection for both the director and the one directed. The contemporary ministry of spiritual direction within thehistory of the tradition: its theology, focus, process, and current models of direction. Reflection on the students\\\' experience of direction.
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REGR 8045
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Psychopathology and Diagnosis
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Musgrave
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This in-depth course will cover the relational context of diagnosis, leading to relational treatment. Students will be expected to make friends with DSM IV, and begin to understand character development as related to personality organization; primary and higher-order defense process; mental status exam; familiarity with symptoms for various diagnostic categories and the significance of time frames as related to diagnosis. A beginning structure will be developed for organizing a case and how one might begin to develop a treatment plan, think of prognosis, while offering assistance in an empathic, informed manner.
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REGR 8046
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Field Placement in Pastoral Counseling
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TBA
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Placement in a setting allowing for an integration of theory and practice. Several clients seen weekly with on-site supervision. Staff meetings and case conferences attended as possible. Oversight by field placement director. Select admissionsonly.
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REGR 8047
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Practicum in Pastoral Counseling 1: Solution-Focus Approach
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Gallagher
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Pastoral counseling in parish and community settings is most effectively and ethically conducted as "brief" counseling- in contrast to "long-term" pastoral psychotherapy. The highly effective solution focused therapy method is particularly adaptable to pastoral counseling in these settings. The goal of the course is to introduce the concepts of the method of solution-focus, and to teach students to begin to apply it in pastoral counseling. M.A. (48 cr.) cohort only.
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REGR 8061
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Basic Skills in Pastoral Counseling and Spiritual Direction
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Clarke/Beier/Mahoney
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Integrates humanistic counseling theory with intragroup practice. Focus on the listening skills of attending, accurate empathy, clarifying and focusing. Use of audio and video. Prerequisite or corequisite: REGR 6407 and/or REGR 6881 or equivalent. No audit.
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REGR 8401
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Research Methods in Religious Education
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Elias
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A doctoral seminar to explore research methodologies in religious education, critically examine recent research in religious education and offer guidance in the preparation of dissertation proposals and qualifying papers.
Academic Year 2005-2006
SPRING 2006
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REGR 0970
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Doctoral Mentoring Seminar
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Ongoing dissertation consultation and direction.
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REGR 6084
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The Johannine Literature
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Wright
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A composition-critical analysis and interpretation of John\\\'s theology: his soteriology of salvation through faith in Jesus and love ofneighbor, his Christology, his ecclesiology and his spirituality.
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REGR 6127
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Aspiring to Be Catholic: Eight Conditions
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Corso
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This course will explore the issue of aspirations in education from the point of view of a secular theory that suggests there are 8 critical conditions for aspirations to flourish- Belonging, Heroes, Sense of Accomplishment, Fun and Excitement, Curiosity and Creativity, Spirit of Adventure, Leadership and Responsibility, and Confidence to Take Action. Taking "aspiration" to be a form of self-transcendence, we will examine how these 8 Conditions affect education in faith. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own experience and consider their contexts as practica for the 8 Conditions.
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REGR 6225
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Church: Mission and Ministry
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Scott
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Explores the self-understanding of the Christian community in its classical forms and contemporary modifications. Biblical foundations and historical developments lay the foundation for revisioning the church in the modern world. A study of the transformation of the church\\\'s self-perception, a re-shaping of its ministerial forms and redesigning of its mission in and for the world. Examines the creative tension between community and change in light of some major issues confronting the Christian community at present.
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REGR 6245
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The Trinity and Transformation
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Corso
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This course will invite participants to an understanding of the Trinity, the Incarnation, and Discipleship that shapes both the way we were educated in faith and the way we live our lives.
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REGR 6385
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Education for Peace and Justice
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Horell
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Focuses on developing a greater understanding of the social ministry of the Christian churches. After a historical survey of Christian attitudes toward peace and justice, participants will explore ways of bringing a concern for peace and justice issues into liturgy, preaching, religious education and pastoral ministry. The course also examines how to relate Christian understandings of peace and justice to everyday work, and civic, political and family life.
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REGR 6397
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Research Methods in Pastoral Counseling
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Beier
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This course will be a review of research in pastoral counseling. It will introduce basic concepts and methods of qualitative research, consider ways of studying change as a result of pastoral care and counseling interventions and programs, and familiarize students with basic skills in evaluating research literature.
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REGR 6398
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Theology of Pastoral Counseling and Spiritual Care
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Bingaman
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This course addresses theological and spiritual issuesin the field of pastoral care and counseling and proposes a theological method for reflecting on these issues.
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REGR 6400
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Professional Ethics in Pastoral Counseling
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Paiano
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An inquiry into the sources of contemporary moral theology and into the principles of moral reasoning as they impact the pastoral counselor. A focus on professional responsibilities, ethical issues and the development of skill in working through ethical conflicts in the counseling settings.
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REGR 6427
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Curriculum and Religious Education
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The who, what, where, when, and how of curriculum design in religious education. What educative content do we make accessible to what learners under what governing structures? Various philosophies, principles and processes of curriculum to be critically examined.
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REGR 6428
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Spirituality and the Arts
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Durka
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The relation of art and spirituality, how our spiritual lives are nourished and formed by the beautiful. The spiritual quest expressed through painting, sculpture, architecture and the use of symbols through illustrations from the past and present. The aesthetic dimensions of religious experience.
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REGR 6430
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Strategies in Religious Education
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Elias
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Introduces students to a variety of strategies, methods and techniques for teaching religion and theology in various environments. Includes field observations and demonstrations.
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REGR 6431
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Special Issues in Religious Education
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Elias
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Presentations and discussions based on the National Directory on Catechesis. Implications for parish catechetical programs and the teaching of religion and theology in elementary and secondary schools.
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REGR 6665
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Marriage and Family Therapy
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Ciaramella
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A systemic approach to family treatment. A survey of the major contributors to the field, using videotape demonstrations of family sessions. Genograms will be used to explore family-of-origin issues.
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REGR 6668
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Personality Theories and Spiritual Formation
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Mahoney
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From the ancient Greek to Freud, Jung and other major psychological perspectives, to the contemporary work of Stephen Johnson, we will examine why people are so different from one another. Each theory will be compared and contrasted to the spiritual perspective. It will be shown how various personality types resonate with various spiritual styles.
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REGR 6818
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Discernment of Spirits in Selected Mystics
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Ruffing
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This course exploring the Western Christian Tradition will primarily focus on historical texts and figures from the 14th through the 16th century: The Anonymous writer of The Cloud of Understanding, Catherine of Siena, Ignatius of Loyola, Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross.
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REGR 6834
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Foundations of Mental Health Counseling
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Musgrave
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This course will elaborate the various issues that are central to the practice of Mental Health Counseling, e.g. Diagnosis, Mental Health, Self-Esteem, Death and Dying, Post Traumatic Stress, Depression.
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REGR 6979
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Parish Education: Ministry and Leadership
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Durka
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An investigation of the basic structures of organization and principles of administration and supervision as they apply to parish and other religious education settings. Emphasis is placed on the person and the role of leadership within evolving structures of parish and various learning communities.
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REGR 8047
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Practicum in Pastoral Counseling I: Solution Focus Approach
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Gallagher
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Pastoral counseling in parish and community settings is most effectively and ethically conducted as "brief" counseling- in contrast to "long-term" pastoral psychotherapy. The highly effective solution focused therapy method is particularly adaptable to pastoral counseling in these settings. The goal of the course is to introduce the concepts of the method of solution-focus, and to teach students to begin to apply it in pastoral counseling. M.A. (48 cr.) cohort only.
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REGR 8048
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Group Process and Dynamics
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Musgrave
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This course will meet weekly for three hours. The first hour will be experiential and two hours will focus onvarious group theories, group facilitation, group leadership and an understanding of the challenges that may occur in setting up groups. The various stages of Group development will be explored. Students will be required to apply the theory to an actual group and/or apply it to a group that will be part of their ministry. Basic Skills, Counseling Theories are prerequisites for this course.
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REGR 8059
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Pastoral Theology and Practice
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Elias
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Study of particular problems and issues in pastoral theology and practice through probing pastoral experiences, theological reflection, and examination of methods and approaches. Students will prepare a ministry paper, demonstrating their theological knowledge and pastoral expertise with appropriate application to a selected pastoral problem or issue.
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REGR 8063
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Spiritual Direction Practicum
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Ruffing/Giugliano/Wright
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Integrates participants\\\' spiritual and theological resources with sound counseling practice in one-to-one work with clients. Identifies and develops individual resources and self-understanding for discerning a call to this ministry, or refining skills for those already thus engaged. Case studies, role plays, verbatims, individual and group supervision. By invitation. Prerequisites: REGR 6881 and REGR 8061.
FALL 2005
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REGR 6020
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Prophetic Literature
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Wright
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This course will examine the history of prophecy in ancient Israel, from its origins in the Mosaic period to its transformation in post-exilic times. In addiction to this historical task, the course will also consider the theological issues raised by the present shape of the prophetic books.
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REGR 6148
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Sacramental Spirituality
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Martinez
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An exploration of present-day theological reflection, contemporary spirituality, and pastoral practice for ministry of the sacraments of initiation (RCIA) and the healing sacraments (reconciliation and anointing). The study and discussion will be biblical and ecumenical, interdisciplinary and multicultural.
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REGR 6162
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Theology of Ministry
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Martinez
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An exploration of the theology of ministry as derived from biblical foundations, the history of theology, and contemporary theologians. Self-understanding and kinds of ministry within the tradition for laity, religious and clerics appropriate to the contemporary church.
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REGR 6240
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Images of God
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Gray
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Contemporary rethinking of the doctrine of God in context of modern atheism, secularism and the encounter of world religions,seen in the light of the history of theology. Doctrine of the Trinity, human knowledge of God, God and the world.
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REGR 6351
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Theology of the Human Person
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Ruffing
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An inquiry into the meaning and possibilities of becoming fully human from a contemporary theological perspective complemented by a multi-disciplinary perspective. This course grounds theories of conversion, asceticism and ministry in an adequateunderstanding of the human, with special attention to gender issues and social justice implications.
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REGR 6399
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Social and Cultural Foundations of Counseling
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Bingaman
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This course will explore the multicultural dimensions of counseling. It will elaborate the social and cultural goals of therapy from this perspective. Various theories, research and practice of counseling will be developed, including the spiritual dimensions of the theory.
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REGR 6407
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Pastoral Counseling Theories
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Musgrave
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Faith and ministry of pastoral counseling. Consideration of religious resources and identity, theories of the counseling process and practical issues of therapeutic relationship, contract, setting, referral, etc.
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REGR6420
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History of Religious Education
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Elias
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A study of principal movements and individuals in the history of religious education from the biblical and apostolic periods to the present time. An ecumenically oriented course that explores Catholic, Protestant and Orthodox developments.
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REGR 6424
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Foundations of Religious Education
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Durka
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An examination of the various theological, philosophical and educational models that inform the foundations of religious education. The attempt will be made to show how these models have influenced different schools, theorists, practitioners and materials of religious education. Criteria for evaluating the adequacy of competing models will be offered.
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REGR 6463
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The Religious and Educational Development of Children
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Horell
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Inquires into the spiritual, moral and educational development of children and the implications of this development for religious education. Emphasis is placed on developing a theology of childhood, and the influence of childhood faith development on adult spirituality.
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REGR 6483
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Community, Family and Religious Education
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Durka
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A critique of current assumptions regarding the relationship of religion, family and education in an attempt to point toward appropriate models of religious education. A consideration of what helps or hinders religious development within families, and the responsibility of church and society to foster growth in faith.
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REGR 6580
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Adult Learning and Development
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Scott
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Meanings of adulthood, processes and principles of adult learning. Challenges and tasks of adult psychological, social and religious development. Framework for a spirituality of aging, focus on middle years and elderhood (fulfills Life Cycle II requirement).
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REGR 6632
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Moral Education and Development
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Horell
|
Provides a framework for exploring foundational issues of morality and moral development, including how our understandings of the human person, community and attitude toward the natural environment shape our moral outlook. Emphasis is placed on enabling religious educators and pastoral ministers to make moral formation an integral dimension of education in Christian faith.
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REGR 6649
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Human Growth and Development 1 and 2
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Bingaman
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This course will explore the development from birth and adolescence through the tasks and crisis of middle and later life. Stage theories, cognitive, social and emotional development will be the focus of this course. Special consideration will be given to spiritual life issues throughout the developmental process.
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REGR 6663
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Assessment and Appraisal of Individuals (Couples and Family)
|
Ciaramella
|
This course of study presumes a working knowledge of family systems theory and practice. The theoretical approach employed for individual and family functioning will be Structural, Solution Focused and Narrative Family Therapy. The course will focus on the clinical assessment and presentation by both students and course instructor of real family interactional issues. There will be the consideration of the impact of culture and cultural differences in understanding and responding to the patterns of family interactions.
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REGR 6692
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Psychology and Religion/Spirituality
|
Barbre
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Ongoing issues as well as points of integration between psychology and religion/spirituality. A transpersonalmodel of the human psyche building bridges between psychology and spirituality.
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REGR 6749
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Foundations of Pastoral and Practical Theology
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Elias
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Theological study of Christian experience and practice in their individual and community dimensions. History of pastoral/practical theology and its contemporary developments. Dialogue between present Christian communities and Christian tradition.
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REGR 6804
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History of Spirituality
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Ruffing
|
Spirituality understood as living what one believes, lived dogma. Its development beginning with second and third centuries through the patristic period to the twelfth century. Focus on reading primary sources in their historical context as challenge to and source of contemporary spirituality. Key figures: Irenaeus and Ignatius of Antioch, Origen, Athanasius, Ephrem, the Cappadocians, John Chrysostom, Leo, Benedict, Pseudo-Dionysius, Gregory the Great, John Damascene. Desert mothers, deaconesses, and founders of religious orders in collaborative ministry with men.
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REGR 6840
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Youth and Young Adults
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Horell
|
Explores the personal and communal development of youth and young adults (11-30) through Church teaching and such disciplines as philosophy, psychology, sociology, education and religious education. A comprehensive framework for nurturing the faith and spirituality of youth and young adults is presented as an organizing framework for the course.
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REGR 6881
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Theology and Practice of Spiritual Direction
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Ruffing
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Exploration of the experience of spiritual direction for both the director and the one directed. The contemporary ministry of spiritual direction within the history of the tradition: its theology, focus, process, and current models of direction. Reflection on the students\\\' experience of direction.
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REGR 8045
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Psychopathology and Diagnosis
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Musgrave
|
A pastoral and interpersonal approach: clinical, DSM, IV, neurological, developmental and family perspectives. Interviewing strategies, working alliances, honoring resistance and working through to termination.
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REGR 8047
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Practicum in Pastoral Counseling 1:Solution-Focus Approach
|
Gallagher
|
Pastoral counseling in parish and community settings is most effectively and ethically conducted as "brief" counseling- in contrast to "long-term" pastoral psychotherapy. The highly effective solution focused therapy method is particularly adaptable to pastoral counseling in these settings. The goal of the course is to introduce the concepts of the method of solution-focus, and to teach students to begin to apply it in pastoral counseling. M.A. (48 cr.) cohort only.
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REGR 8060
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Practicum in Pastoral Counseling 2: Analytic Approach
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TBA
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Application of theory and skills to weekly one-on-one counseling sessions with clients. Group supervision through the possible use of audio tapes. Prerequisites: REGR 8061, REGR 8062, and REGR 6407. Corequisite or prerequisite REGR 6403. M.A. (48 cr.) cohort only.
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REGR 8061
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Basic Skills in Pastoral Counseling and Spiritual Direction
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Paiano/Mahoney
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Integrates humanistic counseling theory with intragroup practice. Focus on the listening skills of attending, accurate empathy, clarifying and focusing. Use of audio and video. Prerequisite or corequisite: REGR 6407 and/or REGR 6881 or equivalent. No audit.
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REGR 8400
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Dissertation Seminar
|
Scott
|
A doctoral seminar to explore research methodologies in religious education, critically examine research in religious education, and offer guidance in the preparation of dissertation proposals.
SUMMER 2005
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REGR 6203
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Theology for Pastoral Practice
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Kelty
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A method of theological thinking that can guide the thought and action of the pastoral caregiver in a variety of ecclesial contexts. Relation to praxis and action theories.
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REGR 6209
|
Theology After Vatican II
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Scott
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The theological enterprise and its various methods of investigation: reflective and critical thinking about God present and active in our lives after the Second Vatican Council. Examination of the Council\\\'s sources for its theological positions and foundational concepts of God, creation, Christ, the human, sin and grace, church.
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REGR 6263
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Contemporary Christologies
|
Gray
|
An exploration of the contemporary meaning of the Christian symbols of incarnation and atonement in relation to their biblical and traditional interpretations, with special attention to the catechetical and pastoral implications of recent work in the field.
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REGR 6385
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Education for Peace and Justice
|
Horell
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Focuses on developing a greater understanding of the social ministry of the Christian churches. After a historical survey of Christian attitudes towardpeace and justice, 0participants willexplore ways of bringing a concern for peace and justice issues into liturgy, preaching, religious education and pastoral ministry. The course also examines how to relate Christian understandings of peace and justice to everyday work, and civic, political and family life.
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REGR 6405
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Pastoral Counselingwith Adolescents
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Flannelly
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Focus on mental health issues in adolescence, both healthy development and deviations from the norm. Nature of pastoral counseling, role of adult counselor, conscience-formation, sexuality and issue dealing with referral. Particular attention: drug abuse, dysfunctional family situations, different stress disorders. Method: lecture, discussion, case study, role-playing.
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REGR 6536
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The Challenge of Islam
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Ryan
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A radical and universalistic monotheism, Islam challenged Judaism and Christianity in the seventh century to return to their roots. Spread largely by lay non-professionals, it challenges more clericalized religious traditions. The mystical movements of Islam and their anti-mystical modern critiques raise questions not only in Asia and Africa but in contemporary Europe and America.
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REGR 6815
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The Ignation Way
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Currie
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Study of Ignatius Loyola’s contributions to the field of spirituality, theology, and education. Return to primary sources: his Autobiography, the Constitutions of the Society of Jesus, and the masterful “Spiritual Exercises”. Ignatius’ unique brand of mysticism, “a mysticism of service”, provides criteria for choosing missions and ministries.
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REGR 6831
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Contemporary Christian Spirituality
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Whalen
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Contemporary foundations, issues, movements and persons impacting the practice of Christian spirituality in a post-modern context. Issues discussed will include embodiment, prayer, work and sexuality. Movements will include feminism, ecology and compassion/justice.
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REGR 6851
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Spirituality and Faith Life of Adolescents
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Brennan
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The religious, moral and emotional dimensions of adolescent spirituality, examining the factors influencing spiritual growth, the carriers of Catholic identity, and religious education methods to address development needs.
ACADEMIC YEAR 2004 - 2005
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REGR 6013
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From Story to Scripture: the Pentateuch
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Wright
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A study of early Israel\\\'s religious traditions: Where did they come from? How did they develop? How did they become Scripture? A study of the origins of Israel and of its religion, using newer developments of biblical scholarship with themore established literary and theological methods.
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REGR 6020
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The Prophetic Literature
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Wright
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This course will examine the history of prophecy in ancient Israel, from its origins in the Mosaic period to its transformation in post-exilic times. In addition to this historical task, the course will also consider the theological issues raised by the present shape of the prophetic books.
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REGR 6076
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Life and Letters of St. Paul
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Aguilar
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Introduction to the Pauline Letters situating them in Paul’s apostolic mission and considering their specific audiences. Exploring their literary form. Paying special attention to passages of greater theological and pastoral importance.
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REGR 6084
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The Johannine Literature
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Scannell
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A composition-critical analysis and interpretation of John\\\'s theology: his soteriology of salvation through faith inJesus and love of neighbor, his Christology, his ecclesiology, and his spirituality.
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REGR 6133
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R.C.I.A. and Liturgical Catechesis
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Martinez
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Exploration of the close relationship between the initiatory sacramental practice of adults, foundational from the time of the Fathers of the Church to Christian formation and liturgical catechesis. Biblical, liturgical, theological, social and existential aspects.
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REGR 6148
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Sacramental Spirituality
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Whalen
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An exploration of present-day theological reflection, contemporary spirituality, and pastoral practice for ministry of the sacraments of initiation (RCIA) and the healing sacraments (reconciliation and anointing). The study and discussion will be biblical and ecumenical, interdisciplinary and multicultural.
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REGR 6209
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Theology After Vatican II
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Scott
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The theological enterprise and its various methods of investigation: reflective and critical thinking about God present and active in our lives after the Second Vatican Council. Examination of the Council\\\'s sources for its theological positions and foundational concepts of God, creation, Christ, the human, sin and grace, church.
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REGR 6263
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Contemporary Christologies
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Gray
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An exploration of the contemporary meaning of the Christian symbols of incarnation and atonement in relation to their biblical and traditional interpretations with special attention to the catechetical and pastoral implications of recent work in the field.
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REGR 6332
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Theology of Grace
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Moutenot
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A study of contemporary meaning of the Christian symbols of incarnation and atonement in relation to their biblical and traditional interpretations, with special attention to the catechetical and pastoral implications of recent work in the field.
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REGR 6351
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Theology of the Human Person
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Ruffing
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An inquiry into the meaning and possibilities of becoming fully human from a contemporary theological perspective complemented by a multidisciplinary perspective. This course grounds theories of conversion, asceticism, and ministry in an adequate understanding of the human with special attention to gender issues and social justice implications.
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REGR 6385
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Education for Peace and Justice
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Horell
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Focuses on developing a greater understanding ofthe social ministry of the Christian churches. After a historical survey of Christian attitudes toward peace and justice, participants will explore ways of bringing a concern for peace and justice issues into liturgy, preaching, religious education and pastoral ministry; and how to relate Christian understandings of peace and justice to everyday work, civic, political and family life.
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REGR 6403
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Special Issues in Pastoral Counseling
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Musgrave
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Development, disorders, and assessment of personality for pastoral ministry. Consideration of alcoholism and other dependencies, sexual issues and abuse, and issues around loss, death, and bereavement.
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REGR 6407
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Pastoral Counseling Theories
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Musgrave
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Faith and ministry of pastoral counseling. Consideration of religious resources and identity, theories of the counseling process and practical issues of therapeutic relationship, contract, setting, referral, etc.
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REGR 6420
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History of Religious Education
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Elias
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A study of principal movements and individuals in the history of religious education from the biblical and apostolic periods to the present time. An ecumenically oriented course that explores Catholic, Protestant and Orthodox developments.
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REGR 6424
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Foundations of Religious Education
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Scott
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An examination of the various theological, philosophical, and educational models that inform the foundations of religious education. The attempt will be made to show how these models have influenced different schools, theorists, practitioners, and materials of religious education. Criteria for evaluating the adequacy of competing models will be offered.
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REGR 6426
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Aesthetics and Religious Education
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The power and possibilities of aesthetic experience to educate the wholeperson. A wide range of artistic processes such as storytelling, drama and movement will demonstrate how the religious education of people of all age levels can be enhanced.
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REGR 6463
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The Religious and Educational Development of Children
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Horell
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Inquires into the spiritual, moral, and educational development of children and the implications of this development for religious education. Emphasis is placed on developing a theology of childhood, and the influence of childhood faith development on adult spirituality.
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REGR 6483
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Community, Family, and Religious Education
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Durka
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A critique of current assumptions regarding the relationship of religion, family, and education in an attempt to point toward appropriate models of religious education. A consideration of what helps or hinders religious development within families, and the responsibility of church and society to foster growth in faith.
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REGR 6580
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Adult Learning and Development
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Scott
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Meanings of adulthood, processes and principles of adult learning. Challenges and tasks of adult psychological, social and religious development. Framework for a spirituality of aging, focus on middle years and elderhood. (Fulfills Life Cycle II requirement)
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REGR 6632
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Moral Education and Development
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Horell
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Provides a framework for exploring foundational issues of morality and moral development, including how our understandings of the human person and community and attitude toward the natural environment shape our moral outlook. Emphasis is placed on enabling religious educators and pastoral ministers to make moral formation an integral dimension of education in Christian faith.
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REGR 6651
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Human Development I
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Legere
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Development from birth through adolescence with the following areas emphasized: cognitive and language development; social and emotional development; moral and spiritual development. (*MAPCSC students)
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REGR 6653
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Human Development II
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Legere
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The issues, tasks and crises of middle and later years are discussed. Emphasis will be placed on Erikson\\\'s later stages and Jung\\\'s notion of individuation. Special consideration will be givento spiritual life issues, the main developmental task of mid-life.
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REGR 6665
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Marriage and Family Therapy
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Ciaramella
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A systemic approach to family treatment. A survey of the major contributors to the field, using videotape demonstrations of family sessions. Genograms will be used to explorefamily of origin issues.
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REGR 6668
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Personality Theories and Spiritual Formation
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Legere
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From the ancient Greek to Freud, Jung and other major psychologicalperspectives, to the contemporary work of Stephen Johnson, we will examine why people are so different from one another. Each theory will be compared and contrasted to the spiritual perspective. It will be shown how various personality types resonate with various spiritual styles.
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REGR 6692
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Psychology and Religion/Spirituality
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Legere
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Ongoing issues as well as points of integration between psychology and religion/spirituality. A transpersonal model of the human psyche building bridges between psychology and spirituality.
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REGR 6741
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Church and Society
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Horell
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Explores various ways of envisioning how faith communities can structure their internal lives and their relationship to the world. Includes a historical survey of understandings of church and society from biblical times to the present, with specific emphasis placed on using the resources of Scripture and Christian Traditions to help faith communities discern what God is enabling and requiring of them in the world today.
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REGR 6757
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Multicultural Religious Education
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Elias
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Examines the concepts of cultural pluralism, values, traditions, and aspirations of various immigrant and ethic groups in a religious setting. Focus on faith, culture and education as facilitators in ministry.
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REGR 6806
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History of Spirituality II
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Ruffing
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Development of Christian spirituality from the 13th century to the present: mendicants, lay movements, English mystics, 16th-century Spanish mystics, 17th-century French mystics, early modern and early 20th-century figures. Emphasis in reading primary sources of major figures in their historical contexts as challenge to a source of contemporary spirituality. Visual expressions of medieval piety are also included. Critical attention is given to the way women have been affected byor participated in the tradition. REGR 6804 is closely related to this course, but may be taken before or after it
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REGR 6811
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Meditation: East and West
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Ruffing
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A practical and theoretical treatment of the tradition of Christian prayer and Eastern meditational practice. Included guided practices, reading and reflection.
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REGR 6836
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Partners in Healing: A Pastoral Response
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Musgrave
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This course explores the multiple aspects of ministry to the sick in a parish setting. It includes theoretical and practical aspects of tending to the emotional, psychological and spiritual needs of the sick. The training of pastoral care-givers is a major focus.
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REGR 6838
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Death, Dying and Bereavement
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Musgrave
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Focus on integrating theoretical knowledge, ministerial skills and personal experiences in relation to specific topics and issues. Not just how to minister, but explaining the meaning of loss, death and grief.
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REGR 6840
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Youth and Young Adults
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Horell
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Explores the personal and communal development of youth and young adults (11-30) through Church teaching and such disciplines as philosophy, psychology, sociology, education and religious education. A comprehensive framework for nurturing the faith and spirituality of youth and young adults is presented as an organizing framework for the course.
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REGR 6841
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Special Questions: Youth Ministry
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Horell
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Offers a study of identity formation, sexual development, social consciousness, the influence of popular media culture, attitudes toward authority, and Generation X and Millennial Generation spirituality. Participants will explore ways of re- envisioning religious education and pastoral ministry torespond more adequately to contemporary youth culture.
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REGR 6881
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Spiritual Direction: Theology and Practice
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Ruffing
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Exploration of the experience of spiritual direction for both the director and the one directed. The contemporary ministry of spiritual direction within the history of the tradition: its theology, focus, process, and current models of direction. Reflection on the students\\\' experience of direction.
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REGR 6979
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Parish Education: Ministry and Leadership
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Durka
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An investigation of the basic structures of organization and principles of administration and supervision as they apply to parish and other religious education settings. Emphasis on the person and role of leader within the evolving structures of parish and various learning communities.
Practica and Seminar
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REGR 8042
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Theory and Technique in Group Process
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Musgrave
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An experiential and didactic introduction to group process.Group-as-a-whole, interpersonal and general group process models. Applications to the different forms of Pastoral Ministry. Limited enrollment (3 hours)
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REGR 8045
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Pastoral Interviewing and Diagnosis
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Musgrave
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A pastoral and interpersonal approach: clinical, DSM IV, neurological, developmental and family perspectives. Interviewing strategies, working alliances, honoring resistance, working through to termination.
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REGR 8046
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Field Placement in Pastoral Counseling
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Ragan
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Placement in a setting allowing for an integration of theoryand practice. Several clients seen weekly with on-site supervision. Staff meetings and case conferences attended as possible. Oversight by field placement director. Select admissionsonly.
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REGR 8047
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Practicum in Pastoral Counseling I: Solution-Focus Approach
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Gallagher
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Pastoral Counseling in parish and community settings is most effectively and ethically conducted as "brief" counseling - in contrast to "long-term" pastoral psychotherapy. The highly effective solution focused therapy method is particularly adaptable to pastoral counseling in these settings. The goal of the course is to introduce the concepts of the method of solution-focus and to teach students to begin to apply itin pastoral counseling. M.A. (48 cr.) cohort only (three hours).
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REGR 8060
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Practicum in Pastoral Counseling 2: Analytic Approach
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Hellman
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Application of theory and skills to weekly one-on-one counseling sessions with clients. Group supervision using audio tapes. Prerequisites: REGR 8061, REGR 8062 and REGR 6407. Corequisite or prerequisite REGR 6403. M.A. (48 cr.) cohort only (3 hours).
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REGR 8061
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Pastoral Counseling and Spiritual Direction Skills
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Clarke/Paiano
Legere/Joyce
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Integrates humanistic counseling theory with intra-group practice. Focus on the listening skills of attending, accurate empathy, clarifying, and focusing. Use of audio and video. Prerequisite or co-requisite: REGR 6407 and/or REGR 6881 or equivalent. No audit (3 hours)
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REGR 8062
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Advanced Skills in Counseling and Care
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Flannelly/Paiano
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REGR 6407 and 8061 prerequisites. No audit. (3 hours)
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REGR 8063
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Spiritual Direction Practicum (6 credits)
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Ruffing/King/Joyce and Giugliano
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Integrates participants\\\' spiritual and theological resources with sound counseling practice in one-to-one work with clients. Identifies and develops his/her resources and self-understanding for discerning a call to this ministry,or refining skills for those already thus engaged. Case studies, role plays, verbatims, individual and group supervision. By invitation. Prerequisites: REGR 6881 and REGR 8061.
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REGR 8070
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Formation Seminar
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King
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For formators at all levels of formation for vowed religious life and seminary formation. It seeks to apply pastoral learning and skills to the specific ministry of formation. Elements of the Formation Relationship, Vocation Discernment, Formative Communities, Issues and Concerns, Developing a Formation Plan.
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REGR 8400
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Dissertation Seminar in Religious Education
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Durka
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A doctoral seminar to explore research methodologies in religious education, critically examine research in religious education, and offer guidance in the preparation of dissertation proposal