COURSE OFFERINGS 2007-2008

Fall 07

PM 505 Issues in Ecclesiology
with Dr. Mary Beth Walsh, PhD.
Saturdays 9:00-4:00. Sept 8 & 22; Oct. 13 & 27; Nov.10; Dec. 1.

PM 522 The Synoptic Gospels
with Mr. Robert Miller, M.A.
Saturdays 9:00-4:00. Sept 8 & 22; Oct. 13 & 27; Nov.10; Dec. 1.

PM 699 Final Project
Staff Mentor

Winter 08

PM 662 Ministry for Youth
with Dr. Sylvia McGeary, Ph.D.
Saturdays 9:00-4:00. January 4 & 12.

Spring 08

PM 650 Sacramental Theology
with Sister Barbara Krug, O.P., D.Min.
Saturdays 9:00-4:00: Jan 26; Feb 9 & 23; Mar. 8 & 29; April 5 & 9.

PM 721 Catechetics: Forming the Faith of a Community
with Dr. Sylvia McGeary, Ph.D.
Saturdays 9:00-4:00: Jan 26; Feb 9 & 23; Mar. 8 & 29; April 5 & 9.

PM 699 Final Project
Staff Mentor

Summer 08

PM 599 Guided Reading
with Sister Barbara Moore, O.P., D.Min.
Monthly seminar in May, June, July - dates set by participants

Fall 08

PM 505 Issues in Ecclesiology
with Dr. Mary Beth Walsh, PhD.
Saturdays 9:00-4:00.. Sept 6 & 20; Oct. 4 & 18; Nov. 1 & 15.

PM 640 Liturgy in a Changing Church
Rev. Thomas Dente.
Saturdays 9:00-4:00. Sept 13 & 27; Oct. 25; Nov. 8 & Dec. 6.

PM 699 Final Project
Staff Mentor

BuPM 622 Governance & Finance
Check in Business Department

BuPM 628 Marketing Public Relations, Administration
Check in Business Department

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS – 36 credits from the following:

Required Courses (24 credits)

PM 505 Issues in Ecclesiology (3)
PM 520 Old Testament Survey (3)
PM 522 The Synoptic Gospels (3)
PM 599 Guided Readings (3)
PM 630 Theological Foundations (3)
PM 640 Liturgy in a Developing Church (3)
PM 699 MA Project (3)
PM 760 Common Good, Uncommon Questions: Moral Issues (3)

Elective Courses (12 Credits)

PM 512 Organizing as Ministry (3)
PM 617 Psychological Aspects of Ministry (3)
PM 650 Sacramental Theology (3)
PM 662 Ministry for Youth (1)
PM 664 Ministry to the Grieving (1)
PM 721 Catechetics: Forming the Faith of the Community (3)
PM 786 When the Laity Preach and Preside (2)

Church Administration Track (12 credits)
These four courses substitute for other electives

PM 512 Organizing as Ministry (3)
PM 617 Psychological Aspects of Ministry (3)
PM 622 Nonprofit Law, Governance and Financial Management (3)
PM 628 Marketing, Public Relations and Administration in Nonprofit Organizations (3)

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

PM 505 Issues in Ecclesiology (3 credits)
An introduction to the graduate study of ecclesiology, with an emphasis on the relationship of ecclesiological models to current issues in pastoral ministry in the post-Vatican II church. One starting point will be the history and charism of the Dominican order. This course also functions as an introduction to the tools and methods needed to succeed in this graduate program, for example using the library for
graduate-level research and using the Blackboard on-line e-learning system.

PM 512 Organizing as Ministry (2)
Analyzes leadership skills and structures which will better enable students to consider the gospel invitations and mandates in evangelizing and building up church communities, and the Church’s role in public life.

PM 520 Old Testament Survey (3)
Introduces the student to the study of the Old Testament. The Pentateuch, the prophets, and the psalms and wisdom literature will be studied in some depth.

PM 522 The Synoptic Gospels (3)
Study of the Jesus of the Gospels, the meaning and purpose of gospel. This comparative study of the structure and theology of Matthew, Mark and Luke’s gospels in light of contemporary historical and literary criticism introduces students to exegesis, schools of biblical study, the history and religion of the New Testament. Special focus is the mystery of Jesus Christ and the formation of disciples.

PM 599 Guided Readings (3)
Provides students a solid introduction to the theological and pastoral dimensions of ministry in today’s church. The readings and discussion become the foundation on which students base their choice of an area of interest for their Master’s project, undertaken in PM 699.

PM 617 Psychological Aspects of Ministry (3)
Examines the psychological dynamics which are an inevitable component of every ministry situation and setting. Both theological and psychological resources are brought to bear in addressing the dimensions of ministry.

PM 622 Nonprofit Law, Governance and Financial Management (3)
Introduction to the nonprofit sector. The legal foundation of nonprofit corporations, including secular and religious organizations. Basic issues of governance. Financial aspects of nonprofits including accounting and financial fundamentals, including financial statements, budgeting, and cash flow. The course will include project work that relates to specific types of nonprofits organizations such as parishes, charities, and other forms.

PM 628 Marketing, Public Relations and Administration in Nonprofit Organizations (3)
Covers the marketing, communications, public relations, risk management and human resources aspects of the nonprofit organization. Volunteer recruitment and management. Special emphasis will be placed on smaller entities such as parishes and other community-focused entities.

PM 630 Theological Foundations (3)
Studies the mystery of God as presented in the Church’s Creed. The historical foundations of faith, the meaning of doctrines, and their relevance in today’s Church and world will be highlighted.

PM 640 Liturgy in a Developing Church (3)
Studies the purpose and structure of sacraments and worship, examining festival and feast, the centrality of Sunday, the feasts and seasons of the Church Year as they express who the Church is and is becoming.

PM 650 Sacramental Theology (3)
This course will review the development of sacraments from biblical and early church times to the present. What is celebrated and the reasons for such rites will be explored. In every case, pastoral implications for contemporary communities will be studied. Practical means for preparing and celebrating the rites will be included in this course.

PM 662 Ministry for Youth (1)
Looking at youth as the hope of the Church, this course analyzes approaches to building up solidarity and commitment in venues outside the classroom.

PM 664 Ministry to the Grieving (1)
Studies Christian dying and death as changes in life rather than an end, providing practical and helpful approaches to the real and healthy processes of grieving and mourning.

PM 699 MA Project (3)
Designed and completed by the student under the direction of a faculty mentor, this project demonstrates a personal integration of theological and pastoral studies with ministerial activities and concerns. The student will make a presentation of the completed project at a colloquium in the student’s final semester. Prerequisite: A minimum of 24 credits, including PM 599.

PM 700 Independent Study (3)
Offers qualified students the opportunity to engage in individually designed, faculty-directed study that is relevant to the student’s program but not available through the standard curriculum. By permission only.

PM 721 Catechetics: Forming the Faith of the Community (3)
Considers the developing and foundational role of catechesis and catechists in the formation of the church community.

PM 760 Common Good, Uncommon Questions: Moral Issues (3)
Beginning with fundamental moral theology and examining Catholic social thought, this course considers moral issues and approaches in the context of pastoral ministry.

PM 786 When the Laity Preach and Preside (2)
A practical and activity-oriented approach to preparing for a full and active participation in the church’s liturgy at all appropriate levels, including especially the celebration of the Liturgy of the Hours, and the Liturgy of the Word.