Professors: John Darr, A.B., A.M. Wheaton (Illinois), Ph.D. Vanderbilt; Francis Fallon, A.B., M.Div. St. John, Th.D. Harvard; Yonder Gillihan, A.B., A.M. Ball State University, Ph.D. University of Chicago; Richard Keeley, A.B., A.M. Boston College; Peter Kreeft, A.B. Calvin, A.M., Ph.D. Fordham; Stephen Pope, A.B. Gonzaga, A.M., Ph.D. Chicago; Lorenz Reibling, B.A. Munchen-Kolleg Techniche, Cand. Ph.D. Ludwigs-Maximilians, M.S. Boston College; James Weiss, A.B. Loyola of Chicago, A.M., Ph.D. Chicago.

TH 00108  Biblical Heritage: Old Testament
An introduction to the literature, religious ideas and historical setting of the Hebrew Bible. Focus is on major biblical concepts such as creation, election and covenant in the pentateuch, historical and prophetic books.
Spring, Thurs 6:30–9, Jan 16–May 8, Professor Darr

TH 00201  Biblical Heritage: New Testament
A study of the Gospels of Mark, Matthew, Luke and John.
The unique approach of each of the four evangelists to the person of Jesus as an historical figure and Son of God is studied with emphasis on theme and theological symbol.
Fall, Tues 6:30–9, Sept 3–Dec 10, Professor Fallon

TH 08301  Explorations in Social Ethics
Every culture treasures and transmits stories that graphically convey its values. Some stories, like the Exodus story of liberation and new freedom, resonate across times and cultures. Others are more localized and sometimes at odds with dominant cultural stories. This course examines both kinds of stories in works of literature, film, journalism, social analysis and theology. Readings: Exodus, Jaroslav Pelikan’s Jesus Through the Centuries, Michael Walzer’s Exodus and Revolution. In the study of clashing stories, we conclude with the story of the universal family as articulated by Pope Paul VI’s On the Development of Peoples.
Spring, Wed 6:30–9, Jan 15–May 7, Associate Dean Keeley

TH 01611  Introduction to Christian Theology: Christian Life and Spirituality
Course considers spirituality as a general human reality apart from religion. Then it studies various forms of Christian spirituality and community, both Catholic and Protestant, historical and modern. Central to the course are personal accounts of spiritual development by Etty Hillesum and Kathleen Norris, two modern writers who blend both traditional and new spiritual approaches.  Spiritualities examined are Francis of Assisi, the Jesuits, Puritans, Quakers, Vatican II, and spirituality of social justice and the workplace.
Fall, Mon 6:30–9, Sept 9–Dec 16, Professor Weiss

TH 01711  Introduction to Christian Theology: Shaping Cultural Traditions
What does it mean to be good? Is it possible to be both good and happy, both good an successful? Is morality subjective or are there clear ways to regulate it? How can we balance the individual and the community in our moral struggles? Course examines eight traditions of morality and ethics: existentialist, utilitarian, Catholic, Protestant, Christian feminist, Black theology, rights theories, and Aristotle. Students apply classic and modern thinkers to contemporary ethical problems emphasizing current events and movies. Interactive discussion emphasized so students discover the sources of values that formed their lives and develop a perspective for themselves and their futures.
Spring, Mon 6:30–9, Jan 13–May 5, Professor Weiss

TH 48202  Hitler, The Churches and The Holocaust
To better understand the climate and complexities that contributed to the Christian church's weakened responses to Hitler’s policies, the course examines the development of Christian anti-Judaism, anti-Semitism and nationalism. It analyzes the resistance that emerged in response to totalitarianism and to the Holocaust, and considers the main Christian post-Holocaust efforts as they contribute to theological development and current thinking.
Fall, Wed 6:30–9, Sept 4–Dec 11, Professor Reibling

TH 48901  Philosophy of Human Sexuality
This topic generates more talk and less light than almost any other subject. Course considers what is sexuality? Why is it so mysterious? How important is it to self-identity, self-knowledge and relationships? How can we think clearly and fairly about current controversies such as surrogate parenting, AIDS, contraception, gender identity and roles, relation between sex and family, marriage, religion and society? Philosophers, novelists, scientists, theologians, psychologists and even mystics shed light on this issue.
Spring, Tues 6:30–9, Jan 14-–May 6, Professor Kreeft

TH 49101  Resistance: Call to Action
Course explores the lives, motivations, and outcomes of individuals who for a myraid of reasons responded to the emerging Nazi catastrophe. Course defines resistance from religious, ethical, moral, political as well as military perspectives identifying the main protagonists, their moral or ethical dilemmas and final composite failure. What makes resistance permissible, legitimate or even mandatory? Do the gospels encourage resistance? Looks at religious organizations, political groups, and student movements during this tumultuous period in history. Analyzing confrontation, adaptation and alternative strategies enriches class insight. Guest speakers.
Spring, Wed 6:30–9, Jan 15–May 7, Professor Reibling