Spirituality

Restricted to Theology majors and minors.

THE 441 Responding to God: An Introduction to Spiritual Practice

Enrich an awareness of God's presence in the world through a theological and historical exploration of Christian spiritual practices such as lectio divina, meditation, and contemplation. Students will examine key concepts that inform these practices, such as discernment and gratitude, through active and self-reflective participation in spiritual practices.

3

Prerequisites

THE 101 or THE 105, THE 205

Cross Listed Courses

THE 341

THE 442 Introduction to Christian Spirituality

An exploration of Christian spirituality in terms of images of God, Christian anthropology, prayer, and social and ecological concerns. A critical and dialogical engagement with selected classical texts from the Christian tradition that suggest ways of being in right relationships with God, self, others and the natural world within the context of the 21st century.

3

Prerequisites

THE 101 or THE 105, THE 205

Cross Listed Courses

THE 342