This unit builds on the understanding of Church developed in CD360 Introduction to Theology for Religious Educators, and explores Catholic life in terms of the sacraments and moral life. These themes will be considered both individually and in relationship with each other. With regard to the sacramental life of the Church, the unit will explore the fundamental principles of sacramental theology as a basis for the consideration of individual sacraments. With regard to Christian moral life, the unit will consider the Christian understanding of the human person as fundamental to Christian moral life and the essential relationship of moral life to personal prayer and liturgical celebration.

Venue

Corpus Chrisi School, 29 Russell Street, Werribee

Prerequisites

BS360 and CD360

Requirements

intensive mode: 9.30am — 4.30pm

Assessment

Bibliography

• Hession, Anne, and Patricia Kieran. Exploring Theology: Making Sense of the Catholic Tradition. Dublin: Veritas, 2007.
• Hill, Brennan R. Exploring Catholic Theology: God, Jesus Christ, Church and Sacraments. Mystic, CT: Twenty-Third Publications, 1995.
• Hoose, Bernard, ed. Christian Ethics: An Introduction. Collegeville, MN: Liturgical, 1998.
• Keating, James, ed. Spirituality and Moral Theology: Essays from a Pastoral Perspective. New York: Paulist, 2000.
• Noll, Ray R. Sacraments: A New Understanding for a New Generation. Mystic, CT: Twenty-Third Publications, 1999.
• O’Keefe, Mark. Becoming Good, Becoming Holy: On the Relationship of Christian Ethics and Spirituality. New York: Paulist, 1995.
• O’Neil, Kevin, and Peter Black. The Essential Moral Handbook: A Guide to Catholic Living. Liguori, MO: Liguori, 2003.
• Osborne, Kenan B. Sacramental Guidelines: A Companion to the New Catechism for Religious Educators. New York: Paulist, 1995.
• ———. Sacramental Theology: A General Introduction. New York: Paulist, 1998.