Theology I
New Testament - The purpose of this class is to familiarize the student with the books of the Christian New Testament, the historical facts concerning the life and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth, and nurture a deep personal relationship with Jesus as the Christ of Faith.

Theology II
Old Testament - This course is an introduction to the history of Israel as related to the Hebrew Testament in such a way the student is encouraged to reflect on his or her own journey of faith, and to recognize how God leads us through life --inviting each of us into full participation in Divine and communal love.

Theology III
First Semester: Introduction to Catholic Morality. This course is an introduction to the fundamental concerns and methodology of moral thought from a Catholic perspective.  Topics include the following: current moral issues in society, the distinctiveness of Catholic morality, historical moralists, the human person as a moral agent, free will, conscience, sources of moral reflection, and moral decision making.

Second Semester: Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching. This course is an introduction to the social teachings of the Catholic Church.   Topics include the following: the seven key themes of Catholic Social Teaching as outlined in major Church documents, such as Rerum Novarum, the implications of Catholic Social Teaching for current moral issues in society, historical moralists, liberation theology, charity vs. justice, Biblical perspectives of social justice, and social teachings throughout history.

Theology IV
First Semester: Creeds and Sacraments. This course is an introduction to the foundational beliefs and worship practices of the Catholic Church through an exploration of creedal statements of the Church and the theology and liturgical practice behind the sacraments.  Topics include the following: the Nicene Creed, the Apostles’ Creed, the Blessed Trinity, the Catholic conception of God, and the theology and liturgical practice of the seven sacraments.

Second Semester: World Religions. This course is an introduction to the five major world religions through an exploration of their similarities and differences.  Topics include the following: the history, beliefs, forms of worship, and practices of Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism.