Dec 11, 2024  
2021-2022 Saint Joseph’s College Online Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Saint Joseph’s College Online Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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TH 313 - History of Black Catholics in the Church


This course explores the history of Black Catholics in the Church, highlighting various saints and holy men and women from the early Church through the present, and culminating with the contemporary experience of Black Catholics in the United States.

Course Learning Objectives
  • Assess the social, intellectual, cultural, and religious characteristics of the major periods of Black Catholic history
  • Identify key figures of Black Catholic history
  • Critically evaluate personal religious and cultural assumptions
  • Analyze and evaluate pastoral issues regarding religious education and evangelization in the Black Catholic community
  • Contribute to maintaining and nurturing the history of Black Catholics for future generations


Credits: 3

Offered: December



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