2学期
The first semester of this course seeks to provide the student with an introduction to the fundamental principles of Catholic moral teachings and the application of those teachings to contemporary moral issues. 人的尊严的概念, 良心, 自由, 个人及社会责任, 法律, 罪, and forgiveness will be explored in the light of Scripture and the moral tradition of the Church, 同时注重决策能力. Areas to be addressed include: life issues, sexuality, authority, and truth.
The second semester of this course is designed to introduce the student to the rich social teaching of the Church on the many political, 经济, 道德, and cultural issues and how they relate to the common good. This course will also focus on people who are on the margins of society and how best to answer Christ's call in the Gospel to love and serve the poor. 慈悲修女会的关键问题, 反种族主义, 非暴力, 移民, 女性, 和地球, 会深入研究吗. Man’s Search for Meaning will be used as a connection between Morality and Catholic Social Teaching.
的服务培训 是本课程不可或缺的一部分吗. Students will participate in at least 15 hours of service and complete a journal on their experience by March 31st. U罪g the Circle of Social Action, there will be 5 hours of advocacy in April. The 的服务培训 criteria will be shared through the Office of Ministry.