Featured Courses
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Paul's Letter to the Romans
Sep. 21 - Nov. 1, 2022 | $60
Written some 2000 years ago, Paul's Letter to the Romans, as its name suggests, addresses the situation and concerns of first century Romans. And yet, this letter from Paul, like all of Scripture, is a word for us today as well. Guided by Thomas D. Stegman, S.J.’s book, Written for Our Instruction: Theological and Spiritual Riches in Romans and video from Richard Lennan and Nancy Pineda-Madrid, this course looks at key themes in Paul's writing, including God, Jesus, Spirit, Salvation, and Church. Reflect and discuss with others the implications it has for us.
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Christian Faith and Moral Character
Sept. 21 - Oct.25, 2022 | $60
Rather than a list of commandments, this course examines a fundamental element of moral experience: the formation of a person's character. After clarifying the meaning and significance of character as reflected upon in the Christian theological tradition, the course addresses the topics of moral freedom, human sinfulness, and the nature of conversion. Feature film clips are used to provide occasions to discuss various themes emphasized in the readings.
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Ignatian Spirituality
Oct. 5 - Nov. 15, 2022 | $60
This course provides a basic overview of Ignatian spirituality. Beginning with the life of St. Ignatius of Loyola, this course explores the pillars of Ignatian spirituality including the Spiritual Exercises, prayer and contemplation, the Examen, and discernment. To complement the informative text and videos, online resources are provided for prayer experiences rooted in Ignatian spirituality.