FUNDAMENTAL MORAL THEOLOGY (CE-2056)
(09/05/2023-12/15/2023)
Course Memo
This course explores Catholic moral theology in its foundations, history, and methods. It considers: a) sources and traditions of moral theological reflection; b) foundational concepts and principles, including pastoral and social dimensions; c) historical development of Catholic moral teaching; d) contemporary questions and issues in dialogue with foundations. Topics include: theological and moral virtues; moral reasoning and discernment; Scripture, Tradition, and Human Experience; grace and freedom; natural law and moral norms; moral action; sin, personal and structural. Course format includes lecture and discussion; evaluation includes participation, presentation, short written assignments, final paper.