| CETH 6101 | Christian Ethics I An investigation of Catholic moral theology from the viewpoint of its history and contemporary concerns. Definition of moral theology's scope and purpose, followed by an examination of Scripture and moral theology; the distinctive nature of Catholic moral teaching; natural law and moral norms. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6102 | Christian Ethics II Building on the subject matter in CETH 6101, an examination of the relationship of morality to culture; ecclesial dimensions of moral theology; conscience; sin; virtue; moral decision-making; and the ways these themes are expressed in the Catholic tradition and contemporary theological reflection. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6113 | Theology of Sin A study of the theology of sin and conversion: biblical origins; theological development; magisterial teaching; classical authors; contemporary speculation. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6117 | The Bible and
Christian Morality The role and use of Scripture in moral theology: historical development, contemporary issues, methodological questions; the question of a distinctive Christian ethic. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6118 | Augustine's Moral
Theology A study of the contributions of St. Augustine of Hippo to the development of Catholic moral theology: his personal experience and conversion; themes in his fundamental moral theology (e.g., nature of evil, grace and freedom, conversion); issues in applied moral theology (e.g., sexual ethics); Augustinian influences on subsequent development of moral theology. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6120 | Thomistic Ethics A study of the contributions of St. Thomas Aquinas to the development of Catholic moral theology, focusing on his use of the theological and cardinal virtues, particularly in the Summa Theologiae, I-II; Thomas' treatment of themes in fundamental moral theology, e.g., nature of moral norms; law and grace; Thomistic influences on subsequent development of moral theology. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6121 | Christ, Morality
and the Sacraments Focusing on the question of the meaning and reason for suffering in redemption, a study of Aquinas' text of Christ's Passion. An examination of how Divine Providence acts through the Son's human actions of suffering to bring about his exaltation and a new relationship to God, the world and us. Concluding commentary on how Christ, as instrument of the Godhead and in His own person, influences our human acts of suffering, through the sacraments, to bring similar results. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6205 | Health Care Ethics To develop skills in using Catholic Church teaching and Natural Law argumentation, the course examines the concepts of health, the human person, personal and social responsibility, confidentiality, reproductive technologies, abortion, medical research, experimentation, transplants, psychotherapy, addiction, suicide, euthanasia and care of the disabled, those with AIDS and the dying. Prerequisite: CETH 6101 or 6102. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6207 | Contemporary Issues
in Medical Ethics In-depth study of selected issues in contemporary medical ethics, as established by the professor and students and in light of contemporaneous discussion in bioethics. Prerequisite: CETH 6205. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6209 | Pastoral Care of
the Homosexual Pastoral care of homosexual persons in light of the Church's teachings; aetiological and clinical aspects of homosexuality; ethical issues; pastoral strategies for dealing with homosexual persons (e.g., Courage); HIV-AIDS; molestation, sexual compulsion and other issues. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6213 | Ethical Issues in
Death and Dying A survey of ethical issues associated with death and dying; definition of death; ordinary and extraordinary means of preserving life; removal of artificially supplied nutrition and hydration; physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia. Issues associated with specific groups of persons: denial of treatment to the newborn and handicapped. Organ transplant. Opinions of secular bioethics are examined in light of Catholic principles. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6306 | Catholic Sexual
Teaching Using the Scriptures, an historical and systematic study of Church teaching, guest lectures, case studies and film to develop a cognitive and affective appreciation of the Catholic view of human sexuality, the course considers chastity, friendship, spousal love, procreation, natural family planning, extramarital sex, masturbation, homosexuality and birth control. Prerequisites: CETH 6101 and CETH 6205. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6310 | Sexuality,
Friendship and Christian Perfection A theological appreciation of human sexuality at its physical, psychological, socio-moral and spiritual levels in the context of a person's call to Christian perfection, aimed at assisting the student to integrate sexuality with a call either to celibacy or marriage and a call to contemplation. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6407 | Catholic Social
Teaching An exploration of the theological warrants for Catholic social justice ministry, its scriptural foundations, and its major principles as articulated in papal and episcopal documents. The application of these principles to family and work, to economic systems and to political orders. The various ways that local churches and parishes can be effective instruments in bringing about God's reign of peace and justice. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6408 | Family: Theology &
Public Policy Catholic social thought regards the family as the basic cell of society. Catholic theology of marriage/family and its social implications; application of the Catholic vision of marriage/family in a pluralistic and democratic society in public policy fora; contemporary pubic policy issues in which the Catholic understanding of family is implicated (e.g., tax policy, welfare and social benefits policies, immigration, etc.). 3 credits. |
| CETH 6409 | War and Christian
Conscience A survey of historical movements, issues and ideas that contributed to the evolution of Christian thought on the morality of war, including: the Old Testament and the theory of holy war; early Church and conscription; Crusades; just war theories; pacifism; knighthood; Magisterial teaching on war and peace; and contemporary issues. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6417 | Law and Public
Morality The relationship between Christian morality and the formation of public policy in a pluralistic democratic setting. In-depth readings from selected works of Aquinas, Maritain, Simon, Murray and Niebuhr as well as papal and American episcopal teaching. The nature of law; relationship of law, morality and faith; Christian discernment in formation of public policy; the role of the laity; responsibilities of Catholic officeholders. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6421 | Theology of Work Systematic reflection on the meaning of work within the framework of the Catholic Christian tradition. Drawing on that tradition, past and present, a discussion of how contemporary experience of work relates to the saving mystery of Christ. 3 credits. |
| CETH 6425 | Introduction to
Work-Life Ministry Introduces lay leaders and parish ministers to the nature and dynamics of parish-based, work-life ministries. Students develop and explore effective pastoral strategies to help adult Catholics relate their faith convictions to the realities of their work experiences [Cross-referenced to PTHO 6756.] 3 credits. |