This program is designed for students who seek a deeper understanding of the historical development of the Catholic Church and its relationship with the broader story of human civilization. Grounded in Sacred Scripture and the living tradition of the Church, the certificate introduces students to the biblical foundations of the Church through the study of the Old and New Testaments, which reveal the preparation, building, and birth of the Church in salvation history. Participants will explore key moments, figures, and movements in Church History, examining how the Church has interacted with and shaped cultures, societies, and intellectual life across the centuries. Through this study, students will gain a foundational understanding of how the Church鈥檚 mission has unfolded in history and how its witness continues to influence the world today.
Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
SCRPT 103
| Survey of the Old Testament
| 3 credit hours |
SCRPT 106
| Survey of the New Testament
| 3 credit hours |
CHIST 214
| Church History I: From the Early Christians to the Middle Ages
| 3 credit hours |
CHIST 224
| Church History II: Renaissance to Modern
| 3 credit hours |
CHIST 244
| Church History III: History of the Catholic Church in America
| 3 credit hours |
Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
THEO 343
| Vatican II: The Church and her liturgy
| 3 credit hours |
THEO 410
| Jesus Christ: God, Man, and Savior
| 3 credit hours |
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