TH 526 - Theology of Pastoral Ministry

• Explain the definition, purpose and nature of Church
• Identify the ministry of the Apostles and their co-workers on whom the Church’s foundations are built
• Define key terminology concerning pastoral ministry
• Identify the task, nature, and purpose of pastoral ministry
• Identify the vocations and ministries within the Church in light of the teachings of the Second Vatican Council
• Identify the specific mission of the laity
• Recognize the elements of the “call narrative” and understand ones own call emanating from the Sacrament of Baptism and ones Baptismal promises
• Survey contemporary culture in which the Church exists and explore contemporary challenges in bringing the Good News of Jesus Christ into culture
• Explore the “Catholic view” and its relevancy to contemporary culture
• Examine the pastoral initiatives set forth for the third Millennium