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Sacraments in Catholic Life

featuring articles by Dr. Jennifer Bader and clips of feature films

Explore the sacramental life of the Church with this overview of sacramentality and the seven sacraments.

Check the course schedule for future offerings of this course.


5-week course


Special Features

This course includes:

  • Five articles by Dr. Jennifer Bader
  • Streaming video of film clips that will be used each week to discuss key points
  • Weekly questions for reflection and discussion
  • A weekly introduction and study guide
  • A resource page to use for futher study
  • A "town meeting" forum where participants can meet and socialize

All C21 Online courses and workshops include these features:

  • Participants have access 24 hours/7 days a week to the course's password protected web site.
  • Each participant belongs to a small community for conversation and faith sharing guided by a facilitator.
  • Site is open to participants at least one week before and one week after the course.
  • An orientation in how to navigate the web site is always available.
  • Technical assistance is easy to contact and prompt in returning a message.
  • Those who actively participate receive a certificate of active participation for the course.

Topics
Week 1: Introduction to the Sacraments: Baptism and Confirmation
Week 2: Eucharist
Week 3: Healing: A Holistic, Christian Understanding
(Reconciliation and Sacrament of Anointing)
Week 4: Vocation: Gift and Service
(Marriage and Holy Orders)

Additional Materials Needed

Everything you need for this course is provided on the course web site.

Time Commitment
: A participant can expect to spend an average of approximately 4 hours each week. This commitment includes both the assigned reading and interaction online.

Fee
: $85

Content Scholar
: Dr. Jennifer Bader

I have enjoyed all of the classes that I have been able to take. I liked the reading materials, thought the film clips were a great addition, and found the discussion groups to be timely and thought provoking. I will miss it!

~ Participant,
Spring 2012



Overall, this has been a wonderful experience for me. The instructor, the support staff, and the community I was placed with were fantastic. Thank you for enriching my journey in faith formation through BC.

~ Participant,
Spring 2011