Course Catalogue 2025-2026

This course introduces students to the historical, philosophical, and theological dialogue between Christianity and traditional Chinese thought. By examining key concepts in Confucianism, Daoism, and Chinese Buddhism alongside core Christian theological doctrines, students will gain insights into both the intersections and tensions between these traditions. Through comparative analysis of primary texts, the course fosters an appreciation for cross-cultural and interreligious dialogue, and highlights opportunities for mutual understanding between Christianity and Chinese thought in contemporary contexts.

This course introduces students to the historical, philosophical, and theological dialogue between Christianity and traditional Chinese thought. By examining key concepts in Confucianism, Daoism, and Chinese Buddhism alongside core Christian theological doctrines, students will gain insights into both the intersections and tensions between these traditions. Through comparative analysis of primary texts, the course fosters an appreciation for cross-cultural and interreligious dialogue, and highlights opportunities for mutual understanding between Christianity and Chinese thought in contemporary contexts.

The Book of Revelation (The Apocalypse of John) is arguably the most perplexing book of the New Testament, full of strange visions and confusing images, many of which are disturbing to read. Those who brave its pages are usually left bewildered, unsure what to make of it, and questioning what benefits or dangers it offers the contemporary world. Perhaps this is why Revelation often remains either neglected or misunderstood, despite its significance in Christian history, its influence on popular culture, and its vital importance for the church today. This course will follow the book chapter by chapter, working through the whole text, examining its historical context, literary shape, and theological significance.

A survey of the Pauline literature from the Thessalonian correspondence to the Pastoral Letters. A critical study of primary and secondary sources for understanding Paul's life and ministry, followed by a detailed exegesis of selected texts. Key concepts in 'Pauline theology'.

In this course, we will examine different theories of human nature by reading philosophical, psychological, religious, and personal accounts. Our examination will be guided by two focusing questions: “What makes me happy?” and “What keeps me from being happy?”. We will address these questions on both individual and communal levels. In the second half of the course, we will focus on addiction as an impediment to happiness.

In this course, we will examine different theories of human nature by reading philosophical, psychological, religious, and personal accounts. Our examination will be guided by two focusing questions: “What makes me happy?” and “What keeps me from being happy?”. We will address these questions on both individual and communal levels. In the second half of the course, we will focus on addiction as an impediment to happiness.

This course is a philosophical examination of some fundamental questions in Christian metaphysics: How do we make sense of reality? Can we prove that God exists? How are God and the world related? More specifically, if God created the world, how do the Big Bang and evolution fit into the picture?

This course is a philosophical examination of some fundamental questions in Christian metaphysics: How do we make sense of reality? Can we prove that God exists? How are God and the world related? More specifically, if God created the world, how do the Big Bang and evolution fit into the picture?

Roman Catholic Church legislation on institution of marriage with special attention to the teaching of Vatican Council II.

This course will focus on the canonical norms governing the sacraments in the Code of Canon Law of 1983. It will incorporate the parts of the Code of Canons of the Eastern Churches about which it is necessary that Latin pastoral ministers be aware. The primary goal of the course will be to teach students how to read and understand the laws of the Catholic Church and how they apply to the usual celebration of the sacraments in the North American context.

The "Congregational Research Lab" is a hands-on laboratory course designed to equip students with practical skills in research specifically applied within congregational and denominational settings. Through a mixture of lectures and practice with research tools, students will gain experience in designing and implementing research projects, analyzing data, and drawing insights to support congregational vitality and growth. The lab emphasizes collaboration with local church stakeholders and introduces students to resources and methodologies suited for understanding the unique dynamics of faith communities. Students will have access to the Canadian Institute for Empirical Church Research database, which includes comprehensive data on churches across Canada, providing a robust foundation for their work. As a final output, each student will engage in a research project of personal interest, allowing them to explore a specific question or theme that is meaningful to them or their ministry context. By the end of the lab, students will be prepared to use empirical research to inform church practices and address congregational challenges and incorporate this into a broader theological and ecclesial framework for ministry and mission.

In this course, we will look at some of the central problems of epistemology: What is knowledge? How do we get it? Exactly what do we know, anyway? How does knowledge differ from belief? And how do we respond to the challenges of scepticism and post-modernism? After starting with a historical survey of the answers to these questions, we will examine the answers proposed by the Jesuit theologian Bernard Lonergan.