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12438 (v.2) Ed 492(Q) - Celebrating Christian Ritual


 

Area:

Department of Education

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Lecture:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Human sacramentality and celebration - the role of sign, symbol, myth and ritual. Jesus and the church as sacraments. Theological approaches to the sacraments. Liturgy in the life of the Catholic Christian community. The link between theology and liturgical practice. The individual sacraments. Dynamics, roles and skills involved in liturgical celebration. The role of art, music, drama, space, silence and symbols. Models of liturgy - liturgy in practice.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have- Demonstrated a clear understanding of the contribution of symbol, myth and ritual to religious celebration. Communicated an awareness of the development in theological understanding of sacraments.Recognized Christian Sacraments as including all the ways by which God communicates his presence in the world. Illustrated how sacramental and liturgical practices have been renewed in accordance with theological understandings. Demonstrated a critical awareness of the dynamic elements involved in liturgical celebration. Illustrated that Christian Liturgy and Christian living are inter dependent.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Cooke, B. (1983). Sacraments and Sacramentality. Connecticut, Twenty-Third Publications. Flannery, A. (1992). Documents of Vatican II. Newtown NSW, E. J. Dwyer. Guzie, T. (1981). The Book of Sacramental Basics. NY, Paulist Press. Guzie, T. and McIlhon J.(1979). The Forgiveness of Sin. Illinois, Thomas More Press. Hellwig, M. (1972). The Meaning of the Sacraments. Ohio, Pflaum/Standard. Hellwig, M. (1976). The Eucharist and the Hunger of the World. NY, Paulist Press. Krause, F. (1979). Liturgy in Parish Life - A Study of Worship and the Celebrating Community. NY, Alba House. Martos, J. (1981). Doors to the Sacred - Historical Introduction to Sacraments in the Christian Church. London, Student Christian Movement Press. Osborne, K.B. (1988). Sacramental Theology - A General Introduction. New Jersey, Paulist Press. Roberts, W.P. (1985). Encounters With Christ. NY, Paulist Press.

Unit Texts:

Bausch, W. (1994). A New Look at the Sacraments - A General Introduction. (revised edition). Mystic, Twenty-third Publications.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Undergraduate - Minor Assignment 20%, Essay 30%, Class Participation 10%, Examination 40%. Graduates - Minor Assignment 15%, Tutorial Paper 15%, Essay 30%, Class Participation 10%, Examination 30%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 70300 Curriculum and Education Studies (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

1  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Fully Online  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 2Y  

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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