Fall 2009

 

MRI 601 1 qtr. credit
Oct. 12-Oct. 16; 8:00-10:00 AM
Introduction to Mariology
Sister Danielle Peters

Designed for students who are new to the program or who simply have an interest in Mariology, this course explores the basic Marian issues within the framework of contemporary theology and emphasizes the major developments in Mariology since Vatican II.

MRI 602 1 qtr. credit
Oct. 12-Oct. 16; 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Methods in Theology
Father Johann G. Roten, S.M.

This course deals with various methods used in the study of contemporary theology. It points out their specific focus and philosophical foundation, as well as advantages and limitations. Their application to research in Mariology will be examined.

MRI 600 1 qtr. credit
Oct. 12-Oct. 16; 2:00-4:00 PM
Research and Bibliography
Father Thomas A. Thompson, S.M.

This course introduces students to the resources and bibliography for theological studies, with attention to research in Mariology. It offers suggestions for organization and information management.

MRI 611 3 qtr. credits
Oct. 19-Oct. 30; 8:00-10:00 AM
Mary and the Apocrypha
Father Bertrand A. Buby, S.M.

By studying the principal sources and texts of the non-canonical writings, this course will concentrate on the relationship of Mary to the Apocryphal Scriptures. It will prepare students to study Marian symbols and topics in devotion, religious culture and art.

MRI 633 3 qtr. credits
Oct. 19-Oct. 30; 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Mary in the Liturgy
Father Thomas A. Thompson, S.M.

This course studies the importance and significance of the place of Mary in the liturgy, her presence in the mysteries of Christ celebrated throughout the liturgical year, principal Marian feasts, and doctrinal synthesis.

MRI 695 1 qtr. credit
Nov. 2-Nov. 6; 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (every day)
The Nativity Tradition
Father Johann G. Roten, S.M.

Nativity sets are interesting expressions of popular religious culture. This course situates the crèche historically and geographically, and explores the religious and cultural significance of its various aspects.

MRI 691 1 qtr. credit
Nov. 2-Nov. 6; 2:00-4:00 AM
Mary and Asian Christian Spirituality
Sister Celia Chua, M.I.C.

Asian religions and philosophies have had great impact on Christianity. This course attempts to situate Mary's place and role in a fruitful exchange between Asian religions and the Christian message.

MRI 629 3 qtr. credits
Nov. 9-Nov. 20; 8:00-10:00 AM
Mary in the Contemporary Period (1900-1960)
Father Johann G. Roten, S.M.

There is a certain tendency of looking at contemporary Mariology only from the point of view of Vatican II and the post-conciliar period. Lumen Gentium is deeply rooted in Marian studies preceding the conciliar text. This course studies some of the names, tendencies and topics in Mariology of the first half of the 20th century.

MRI 630 3 qtr. credits
Nov. 9-Nov. 20; 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Mary in the Contemporary Period (1960-Present)
Father François Rossier, S.M.

Studying the teachings of Vatican II about Mary and subsequent magisterial developments, this course also explores important names, events and trends in Marian studies during the second half of the twentieth century, and into the twenty-first century.

N.B. All courses are held in RL 603 unless otherwise specified.