TH 330 - Fundamentals of Christology

• Reflect intellectually on the living reality of the crucified and risen Christ;
• Explain the functions of Scripture, Tradition, and the Magisterium, especially as expresed through the early Ecumenical Councils, in the study of Christology;
• Recognize and express biblical Christolgy in terms of a theology of continuity between the Old and New Testaments;
• Identify the major developments of Christological doctrine in the Patristic and Medieval eras, as well as the significant issues in Christology among contemporary Catholic scholars;
• Relate and synthesize Christololgy with other branches of theology, such as Trinitarian theology, ecclesiology, sacramental theology, etc.;
• Articulate Christological doctrine in a manner that accurately reflects the teachings of the Church and is appropriate to a pastoral and ministerial setting.