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2020-2021 Saint Joseph’s College Online Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Saint Joseph’s College Online Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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TH 560 - Ministry with the Aging, Sick, and Dying


This course explores the biblical, theological, psychological, and pastoral challenges of ministry with the aging, sick, and dying. It examines the meaning of sickness and death in the Christian tradition. It treats ministry within a Catholic theology of Church and grace in service to the people of God.

Course Learning Objectives
  • Identify and explain characteristics of the nature of Christian ministry and apply them to ministry to the aging, sick, and dying
  • Identify and explain fundamental elements of Christian anthropology (view of the human person), morality, and spirituality that relate to this ministry
  • Identify and evaluate resources for this ministry according to an intellectually sound and spiritually hopeful Christian view of the human person
  • Support and learn from people involved in this ministry in your area
  • Develop a plan for this ministry adapted to your area and using ideas and methods compatible with Catholic faith


Credits: 3

Offered: March



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