Instructor: Fr. Michael Champagne, cjc fall 2010 Director Aquinas Institute Time: 6: 00 pm – 8: 45 pm
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(THE 341) 3 credits Instructor: Fr. Michael Champagne, CJC Fall 2010Director Aquinas Institute Time: 6:00 PM – 8:45 PMOffice Location: 421 ½ Carmel Avenue Day: Thursday (except whereTelephone: (337) 232-7491 otherwise indicated)Email: frchampagne@yahoo.com Place: St. Paul’s ClassroomOffice Hours: By appointment Course Description This course will provide an in-depth introduction to the seven sacraments of the Catholic Faith: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. The course will examine the nature of sacraments in general, discussing what is common to the seven sacraments. In this context, the nature of liturgy will be treated. Each of the seven sacraments will then be treated in particular. For each sacrament foundational texts from the Old and New Testament will be cited and studied. The effects of each sacrament and graces particular to each will be delineated and examined. Active participation will be discussed for each sacrament and given a theological basis. In addition to the sacraments, consecrated life, the sacramentals, and the Liturgy of the Hours will also be treated in their connection with the liturgy, time permitting. Part II of the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the pertinent questions (nos. 60ff) in Tertia Pars of St. Thomas’ Summa Theologiae will provide the principle material for the course. Course Goals At the completion of this course the student should have a thorough understanding of the nature of the sacraments and the effects and sacramental grace particular to each of the seven sacraments. The student should know the fundamental texts of Sacred Scripture which underline the institution and nature of each sacrament and have a good understanding of the Catechism’s teaching concerning the sacraments. By the end of the course the student should also be familiar with the basic teaching of St. Thomas Aquinas on the sacraments as given in Tertia Pars of his Summa Theologiae. The student should understand consecrated life, the Liturgy of the Hours, and the Church’s sacramentals both in their relationship to the liturgy as well as their distinction from the sacraments. Course Rationale “The sacraments, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, are efficacious signs of grace perceptible to the senses. Through them divine life is bestowed upon us” (Compendium, no. 224). “The mysteries of Christ’s life are the foundations of what he would henceforth dispense in the sacraments, through the ministers of his Church” (Compendium, no. 225). “What was visible in our Savior has passed over into his mysteries” (St. Leo the Great). “The whole liturgical life of the Church revolves around the Eucharistic Sacrifice and the sacraments” (CCC 1113). Instructional Methods The principle method of instruction in this course will be lectures accompanied with the assigned readings. Questions provoked by the lectures and/or assigned readings will be encouraged. Required Texts 1. Each student must obtain a good translation of the Holy Bible. I recommend the Revised Standard Version: Catholic Edition (RSV), which is a literal translation. However, the New American Bible (NAB) and the Jerusalem Bible (JB) may also be used. Students should bring their Bibles to class. 2. Catechism of the Catholic Church, Second Edition. The Catechism should also be brought to each class. 3. Sacrosanctum Concilium (Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy) in Vatican II Conciliar and Post-Conciliar Documents, trans. Austin Flannery, OP. This text need not be brought to class. 4. Any handouts given during the semester, distributed either through hardcopy or electronically. Supplementary Reading 1. Benedict XVI. Post-Synodal Letter Sacramentum Caritatis in AAS 99 (2007); English Edition, Vatican City: Libreria Editrice Vaticana, 2007. 2. Code of Canon Law, Book IV, The Office of Sanctifying in the Church. See canons 834-1204. 3. Compendium: Catechism of the Catholic Church. Washington: USCCB, 2006. See nos. 218-356. 4. Eymard, Peter Julien, (St.). How to Get More Out of Holy Communion. Manchester: Sophia Institute Press, 2000. 5. ________. The Real Presence: Eucharistic Meditations. New York: Sentinel Press, 1938. 6. General Instruction of the Liturgy of the Hours in The Liturgy of the Hours, vol. I, pp. 21-98. 7. Ott, Ludwig. Fundamentals of Catholic Dogma. Rockford: Tan, 1974. See pages 325-469. 8. Pope John Paul II, Ecclesia de Eucharistia, April 17, 2003. 9. Pope Paul VI, Mysterium Fidei, September 3, 1965. 10. Scott Hahn. Swear to God: The Promise and Power of the Sacraments. New York: Doubleday, 2004. 11. St. Cyril of Jerusalem. Lectures on the Christian Sacraments. Crestwood: St. Vladimir’s Seminary Press, 1993. 12. St. Thomas Aquinas, Summa Theologiae, IIIa, Q. 60 – 90; Supplement, Q. 1 – 68. 13. United States Catholic Catechism for Adults. Washington: USCCB, 2006. See pages 165-303. 14. Vonier, Anscar (Abbot). A Key to the Doctrine of the Eucharist. Westminster: Trustees of Buckfast Abbey, 1925; Bethesda: Zaccheus Press, 2003. Attendance Policy Students will not be automatically penalized for missing classes. However, class attendance can be very important in successfully mastering the course material and performing well on the exams. Each student will be responsible for all the material covered in each lecture. There will be some material in each lecture that will not be accessible through the required reading material as given in the syllabus. Exams will include material from the required reading as well as from lectures. Course Grade The student’s final grade is the total points out of a possible 100 earned on a final exam at the end of the course. Questions on the exam could be in varied forms: multiple choice, matching columns, true or false, short identifications, short essay questions. A make-up test will be permitted only for a serious reason provided that the instructor has been notified before the test. Any make up test that will be permitted must be taken within seven days of the original test date. Failure to meet these requirements will result in a grade of “0” / “F” on the test. Make-up exams, if deemed legitimate, will consist of an oral examination with the instructor. Grades are distributed and converted into letter grades as follows: 90 to 100 points = A 80 to 89 points = B 70 to 79 points = C 60 to 69 points = D 0 to 59 points = F
The Term Sacrament and its Usages The Nature of Sign Sacraments during the Various Historical States of Humanity Signs from Creation, Culture, and God’s Marvels Old Testament Types The “What” and the “Why” of the Liturgy? The Work of the Trinity in the Liturgy Power Going Forth from the Body of Christ Active Participation Sacred Scripture: Genesis 9:12; 15 and 17:10; Exodus 12, 24:8; 29, 30; Leviticus 8, 12, 19:2, 21:1-6, and 24; Numbers 19; Deuteronomy 30:19- 20; Jeremiah 31 and 32; Mk. 5:25-34; Lk. 22:20 Catechism of the Catholic Church: nos. 128-130; 1066-1112. Sacrosanctum Concilium nos. 1-46 September 16 Sacraments in genere (continued) Why Sacraments? The Seven Sacraments and St. Thomas’ Parallel with Natural Life The Sacraments as Necessary for Salvation What is a Sacrament? The Effects of a Sacrament The Sacramental Character The Divine Institution of the Sacraments
What is the Difference between Sacraments and Sacramentals How do the Sacraments Cause Their Effects? The Minister of the Sacraments The Recipient of the Sacraments
September 23 (No Class) September 24 Sacraments in genere (cont.)/Baptism I (Friday)
Old Testament Prefiguring New Testament Fulfillment The Baptism of Christ Institution by Christ Necessity for Salvation Foundation for Other Sacraments Gate of Entry into the Church
The Recipient The Effects of Baptism Baptismal Character Living one’s Baptismal Consecration – Being Baptized
The Laying on of Hands Pentecost and New Testament Fulfillment The Minister of Confirmation The Sacramental Character Sacramental Graces of Confirmation Being Confirmed – Active Participation Sacred Scripture: Acts 1-2 (Pentecost); Acts 8 (Laying on of Hands); Exodus 29 (Anointing of Priest); 1 Samuel 16 (Anointing of King); 1 Kings 19 (Anointing of Prophet); Isaiah 61 (Anointing of the Messiah) Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1285-1321 Summa Theologiae: IIIa Q. 72. October 14 Holy Eucharist I Old Testament Types Eucharist and the Church: Source and Summit Institution by Christ Signs of Bread and Wine Movement of the Celebration: The Mass Explained
Genesis 14 (Melchizedek); Genesis 22 (The Lamb of God); Exodus 12 (The Passover); Exodus 16 (The Manna and the Quail); Exodus 25 (The Tabernacle and the Bread of the Presence); John 6 (The Bread of Life Sermon); Matt 26; Luke 22 (The Last Supper); John 19 (The Crucifixion) Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1322-1381 (Eucharist) Sacrosanctum Concilium nos. 47-58 October 21 Holy Eucharist II A Sacrifice Sacrament A Communion Sacrament A Presence Sacrament Minister of the Eucharist Recipients Transubstantiation Fruits of the Eucharist Active Participation Sacred Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10-11; Revelation 4-5 Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1382-1412 Summa Theologiae: IIIa Q. 73-83. October 28 Reconciliation and Penance Sin and its Remedy in the Old Testament Sin after Baptism Institution by Christ The Minister of the Sacrament The Recipient of the Sacrament Acts of the Penitent Absolution and the Effects of the Sacrament The Present Crisis of the Sacrament Frequent and Fervent Confession: Active Participation Indulgences Sacred Scripture: Numbers 5 (Confession to a Priest); Psalm 32 (Forgiveness and Confession); Nehemiah 9 (Confession and Penance); Matthew 9-10 (Jesus’ Power to Forgive); Matthew 16 and 18 (Power to “Bind” and “Loose”); John 20 (The Power to Forgive Sins) Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1846-1876; 1420-1498 Summa Theologiae: IIIa Q. 84-90. November 4 Anointing of the Sick Sickness and its Relation to Sin The Healing Ministry of Jesus The Healing Ministry of the Apostles Institution of the Sacrament The Minister of the Sacrament The Recipient of the Sacrament Effects of Anointing of the Sick Preparation and Active Participation Sacred Scripture: Genesis 3 (Sin and Suffering); Exodus 15 (Illness and Sin); 2 Kings 5 (Naaman the Leper); Isaiah 35, 53 (The Miracles of the Messiah); Sirach 2 (Trials and Tribulations); Mark 1-2, 5; John 9; Luke 7 (Jesus’ Healings); Mark 6 (The Disciples’ Healings); James 5 (The Sacrament in the Early Church) Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1499-1532 November 11 Holy Orders Priesthood in the Old Testament The Priesthood of Jesus Common Priesthood and Ministerial Priesthood Institution of the Ministerial Priesthood by Jesus Apostolic Succession The Three Degrees of Holy Orders: Episcopacy, Priesthood, Diaconate Minister of the Rite of Ordination Recipient of Holy Orders Grace and Sacramental Character
Marriage in the Plan of God Marriage under Sin The Remedy of the Law Marriage in the Lord The Minister of the Sacrament: Matrimonial Consent The Recipient of the Sacrament
November 23 Marriage II (Tuesday)
Unity and Indissolubility of Marriage Fidelity of Conjugal Love Openness to Fertility Sacramental Graces of Marriage The Domestic Church Being Married – Active Participation Sacred Scripture: Matthew 19 (Indissolubility of Marriage); John 19 (The Crucifixion); Ephesians 5 (Christian Marriage); Revelation 19, 21-22 (Marriage Supper of the Lamb) Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1638-1666 November 25 Thanksgiving Day (No Class) December 2 No Class December 9 Consecrated Life The Origin of Consecrated Life in the Life of Jesus Virginity for the Sake of the Kingdom The Various Forms of Consecrated Life The Gift of Consecrated Life The Vows as a Holocaust The Sacramental Characteristics of Consecrated Life The Effects of Profession: A Further Consecration, Graces of State, Liturgy
December 16 Sacramentals/Liturgy of the Hours Sacramentals Instituted by the Church Definition of a Sacramental Effects of the Sacramentals Prayer of Jesus and the Prayer of the Church Jewish Prayer and Sanctification of Time The Christological Sense of the Psalms The Liturgy of the Hours as a Preparation for the Eucharist and its Prolongation Course Evaluations Exam Preparation Sacred Scripture: Luke 3:21-22; 4:16; 6:12; 9:18-29; 10:21ff; 18:1; 22:32; Mt. 4:1; 11:25ff; 14:23-25; 26:36-44; Acts 2:42; 3:1; 10:9; 16:25; Heb. 5:7; 15:15; Romans 8. Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1174-1178; 1667-1690 Sacrosanctum Concilium nos. 83-101 December 23 Final Exam Download 78.5 Kb. Share with your friends:
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