SRT 265 - Moral Theology (Religious Studies/Theology)

3 Credit(s)

An examination of Roman Catholic moral theology focusing on methodology and applications to Church ministry. Foundational content will include coverage of the sources of moral theology (Sacred Scripture and human reason), the place of Christ in the moral life, natural law, the Magisterium, Christian virtue, human acts, sin, conscience, conversion, and principles for decision-making. Case studies on issues in biomedicine, sexuality, and social justice will highlight challenges of resolving moral dilemmas in pastoral settings. For pastoral ministry certificate students only. ADP session 5, even-numbered years. Fee. Satisfies the Theology requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum.