COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course explores the development of the sacraments of baptism and confirmation, articulates the commitment to Gospel living by integrating theological reflection, spirituality and ministerial experience, and supports pastoral leaders in developing contemporary baptism and confirmation rituals for their Christian Communities that reflect the heart of the call to live the Gospel as mystics, prophets and sacramental celebrators of life.

COURSE GOALS

provide a history of baptism and confirmation in the Church

 Provide an overview of Baptism and Confirmation in a Theology of Blessing

Present examples of Baptismal commitment

Offer a new paradigm for the Baptismal Rite

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Articulate the history of Baptism and Confirmation

Apply the theology of Blessing to Baptism today

Construct a Baptismal Liturgy that incorporates 21st Century theology