Dr. Sedgwick, Mr. Harris, Dr. Oak

FALL SEMESTER

Full Semester
CE 1 Christian Ethics
This introduction to Christian ethics focuses on Christian faith and the distinctiveness of the Christian moral life. 
Dr. Sedgwick

CE 203 Church, Leadership and Society
The course will focus on a field study of a congregation and the question of effective leadership. The congregation study will gather data and assess a congregation's history and identity, organizational structure and dynamics, and membership in relationship to the surrounding community. In light of the congregational studies and current literature on leadership, the class will assess characteristics and challenges for effective leadership. (Not offered 2002-03.)
Dr. Sedgwick

CE/ST 227 Introduction to Anglican Thought
Anglican understandings of Christian faith and life will be explored through a study of how major Anglican thinkers have addressed different challenges confronting the Church. Thinkers include Hooker, Taylor, Butler, Wesley, Maurice, Kirk, Temple, and contemporary thinkers such as William Stringfellow and Desmond Tutu. (Limited enrollment). 
Dr. Sedgwick

SPRING SEMESTER

Full Semester
CE 106 The Black Religious Experience in America
A study of the origin and development of Afro-American religion (within the context of United States history). Emphasis on the social, political, and economic functioning of the Black church. 
Mr. Harris.

CE 208 War, Peace, and Resistance
This course considers contrasting perspectives on the topic of war, peace, and resistance in the history of Christian ethics.The biblical and theological foundations for Christian pacifism and just war theory are explored, with a particular interest in their different approaches to the imporant ministry of reconciliation in the world. Specific national and international conflicts are examined in the light of these different perspectives, including the current war on terrorism. The goal of the course is to help students reflect on the difficult and complex theological, pastoral, and social questions pertaining to war, which inevitably arise in the context of parish ministry. Readings include historical figures such as Augustine, Luther, and Calvin, and contemporary figures such as John Howard Yoder, Paul Ramsey, and Desmond Tutu.
Dr. Oak.

CE/NT 231 Feminist New Testament Ethics
See NT/CE 231. (Not offered in 2002-03.)

CE 301 Constructing a Christian Ethic
This seminar offers an opportunity to engage contemporary works informing understandings of the Christian life. The course especially draws from works in Christian ethics, theology, and sacramental theology. The specific focus of the seminar varies from year to year. Past topics have included 1)How can we give an account of the Christian life? and 2)What is the relationship of spiritual and moral practices in forming Christian communities? (Limited enrollment.) 
Dr. Sedgwick