2007-2008 Academic Catalog

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RELG (Graduate Religion) Course Descriptions

RELG 510 Christian Theology
3 hours. A study of classical and contemporary models for developing a consistent, logical, and systematic approach to Christian theology based on an authoritative view of Scripture. Experiential aspects of faith will also be considered, accompanied by analyses of strengths and weaknesses of particular theological approaches to life's pressing issues.

RELG 520 Spiritual Formation
2 hours. An introduction to the ways God works in human lives, effecting redemptive change and spiritual transformation. A theoretical basis for reflection, combined with experiential components of the classical spiritual disciplines, will enable the student to establish a personal foundation of spiritual formation, including such elements as prayer, journaling, and various approaches to worship.

RELG 530 Contemporary Religious Worldviews
2 hours. An introduction to the development and teachings of the major non-Christian religions of the world (East and West). Special attention to elements shaping multicultural understandings of God, humanity, the world, and the purpose/goal of life will be explored with special attention given to how the Christian therapist might become sensitized to a broad range of religious views, concerns, and practices.

RELG 551 History of Theology and Church Tradition
3 hours. An overview of significant events, people, and developments in the history of the Christian movement from the first century to the present. The purpose is to provide a panoramic view of church history as a foundation for continued reflection upon the central aspects of Christian faith as well as the key issues and traditions that shaped Western culture and society.