Synopses & Reviews
This book provides an introduction to the study of theology and its various methods of investigation. While most theological texts focus on one facet of study, The College Student's Introduction to Theology introduces the whole rich and complex area of theological studies. It is written from a Roman Catholic perspective, but the book is consciously ecumenical in its approach.
Part I: Foundations examines the nature of theology as both a science and a work of the Church (and the resulting tension between theologians and bishops), the Hebrew Scriptures, and development of the New Testament canon, and an overview of the Church history.
Part II: Systematic Questions tackles Christian faith, Christian anthropology, moral theology, and the sacramental and liturgical life of the Christian.
Part III: Contemporary Issues introduces the concept and various expressions of spirituality, the Second Vatical Council, and two post conciliar issues: ecumenism and feminism.
Contributors include Christopher Key Chapple, PhD; John R. Connolly, PhD; Michael Downey, PhD; Mary M. Garascia, CPPS, PhD; Marie Ann Mayeski, PhD; Mary Milligan, RSHM, STD; John R. Popiden, PhD; Thomas P. Rausch. SJ, PhD; Herbert J. Ryan, SJ, STD; Jeffrey S. Siker, PhD; and Daniel L. Smith-Christopher, D. Phil.
Synopsis
This book provides an introduction to the study of theology and its various methods of investigation. While most theological texts focus on one facet of study. The College Student's Introduction to Theology introduces the whole rich and complex area of theological studies. It is written from a Roman Catholic perspective, but the book is consciously ecumenical in its approach.
About the Author
Thomas P. Rausch, SJ, is the T. Marie Chilton Professor of Catholic Theology at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles He is author of numerous books, including Being Catholic in a Culture of Choice (2006), I Believe in God: A Reflection on the Apostles' Creed (2008), and Educating for Faith and Justice: Catholic Higher Education Today (2010), all published by Liturgical Press.
Table of Contents
Theology and its methods / Thomas P. Rausch -- Returning to the sources : the Hebrew Bible / Daniel L. Smith-Christopher -- Introduction to the study of the New Testament / Jeffrey S. Siker -- The church in history / Herbert J. Ryan -- Christian faith : a contemporary view / John R. Connolly -- Theological anthropology / Mary M. Garascia -- Moral theology : faith and a Christian way of life / John R. Popiden -- Christian living : the sacraments and liturgy / Michael Downey -- Christian spirituality / Mary Milligan -- Issues in the contemporary church / Marie Anne Mayeski -- Theology and the world religions / Christopher Key Chapple.