SACRAMENTAL THEOLOGY (STLS-2099)

This course will employ a systematic view of the nature of the sacraments, the sacramental economy as a way the Church understands created reality, the community of faith, the individual believer within that Body of Christ, and the seven sacraments that give expression to the Church as basic sacrament. Particular attention will be given to the reform of Roman Catholic sacramental life that shaped and were developed after Vatican II, as well as the emerging issues of cultural diversity and the unity of the Church in a global reality. Post-modern critiques of classical sacramental theology will also be examined, as well as contemporary pastoral challenges of sacramental ministry. The structure will be lecture and discussion, with accompanying written assignments that relate to the ministerial and life contexts of participants.