
A comprehensive study of the theology and rites for administering the Sacraments. The course examines biblical foundations for each sacrament, the way that the Church has understood and practiced its life of prayer and sanctification throughout history using the sacraments. It focuses on the way that the Church currently celebrates the Sacraments. Preparation for diaconal ministry is achieved through an understanding of the developmental history of each sacrament and a study of the liturgical texts
DO630CEÂ Sacramental Theology
Course Format
A twelve-week course consisting of on-line studies, on-line collaboration, weekly blogs.
Course Description
This course presents a comprehensive study of the theology and rites of the Sacraments of the Roman Catholic Church. For each sacrament, we will examine the biblical foundations, the way that the Church has understood and practiced its life of prayer and sanctification throughout history, and the way that the Roman Catholic Church currently celebrates the Rites of the Sacraments.
An emphasis is placed on:
Weekly readings, postings and specific assignments will guide students through this process.
The course is designed to provide students with
Upon successful completion of the course, participants should be able to:
Student’s grade will be based on the completion of:
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Required Text:
Students should purchase the following books for the course:
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On-line Resources
Videos:
Joseph Martos
Introduction to the Sacraments Part 1 Introduction to the Sacraments Part 2
Podcasts:
http://cucatholicctr.org/tag/sacraments/
Modules
Module 1 | Sacramentality Introduction to the historical and scriptural foundations of Sacramental Theology
Video CONFERENCE |
Reading: Introductory remarks by J. Martos: What are Sacraments? Martos, Doors to the Sacred, pp. 1-59, 102-146 In addition, students are required to post an introduction of themselves on the Profile section of the course. Optional: Instruction: Redemptionis Sacramentum |
Module 2 | Baptism | Reading: Introductory remarks on Baptism: The Sacrament of Baptism. Martos, Chapter 6 and Bouley, Christian Initiation (RCIA and Rite of Baptism of Children), pp. 33-162 |
Module 3 | Confirmation | Reading: Introduction: Confirmation: the Sacrament of the Spirit. Martos, Chapter 7 Bouley, Rite of Confirmation, pp. 164-188 |
Module 4 | Eucharist | Reading: Introductory remarks on the Eucharist. Martos, Chapter 8 and Bouley, Original GIRM, pp. 192-225, Bishop’s Committee on the Liturgy, “The Theological Vision of Sacrosanctum Concilium and the Roman Missal” Recommended Reading: New GIRM |
Module 5 | Sacraments of Healing: Reconciliation
VIDEO CONFERENCE |
Reading: Introductory remarks on the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The Updates are one of the available materials helpful in a general preparation for the Sacrament or other catechetical moments.Martos, Chapter 9 and Bouley, Part IV, The Rite of Penance, pp. 395-430 |
Module 6 | Anointing of the Sick | Reading: Introductory remarks on the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. The Updates are one of the available materials helpful in a general preparation for the Sacrament or other catechetical moments, Martos, Chapter 10 and Bouley, Part VII, Pastoral Care of the Sick and Dying, pp. 489-548 |
Module 7 | Sacraments of Vocation: Matrimony | Introductory remarks on the Sacrament of Marriage. Reading: Martos, Chapter 11 and Bouley, Part V, The Rite of Marriage, pp. 431-452 |
Module 8 | Holy Orders | Introductory remarks on the Sacrament of Holy Orders Reading: Martos, Chapter 12 Bouley, Part VI, The Rite of Ordination, pp. 453-488 |
Module 9 | The Context of the Sacraments: Environment and Music in the celebration of the Sacraments | Readings: Introductory remarks: Mass Should Be More of a Celebration (Question #1)USCCB, “Built of Living Stones: Art, Architecture and Worship.” (Chapters 1 to 3) Celebrating the Beauty of Faith: The Eucharist and Sacred Art Music and the proclamation of God’s Word Envision Church: Optional reading on Art Architecture and Sacred Space |
Module 10 | Parish Sacramental Experience | Readings:
Introductory remarks: Parish Ministry Today |
Module 11 | Sacramental Preparation
VIDEO CONFERENCE |
Reading: Introductory remarks on the Adult Catechism: SacramentsSacramental Catechesis – aspects of sacramental preparation and review. |
Module 12 | Sacraments and Social Mission of the Church | Readings: USCCB
Communities Of Salt And Light Reflections On The Social Mission Of The Parish (USCCB, 1996) Sacraments and social Mission (USCCB, 2013) |
Please Note: