TH 526 - Theology of Pastoral Ministry

• Assignments: Varied throughout the term
• Interactivity: Discussion Boards
• Final Assessment: Final Project

• 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.