Lonergan's Method in Theology

College Regis College
Instructor(s) Dadosky, John D.
Course Code RGT6578HF
NOTE: Basic degree students enrol in RGT3578HF
Semester First Semester
Section 0101
Online No
Credits One Credit
Location Toronto (St George Campus)
Description

This course will consist of a textual reading and discussion of Lonergan's Method in Theology with a view towards addressing an array of issues concerning method in the contemporary study of theology in the university setting. It will include an examination of the foundations for theology and the various methodological disciplines and collaboration. Topics include: methodological relationship of subjectivity/objectivity, roles of research, history, criticism (dialectic), systematic theology, doctrines, interpretation (normative authority of certain texts), praxis, communication (scholarly reporting) meaning, culture, religion each as they pertain to method for theological reflection.

Schedule Mon
Start Time 13:00
End Time 15:00
Hours Per Week 2
Minimum Enrolment 5
Maximum Enrolment 20
Program Requirement This course satisfies the method course reuquirment for the PhD.
Teaching Method
Lectures
Seminars
Tutorial
Readings
Means of Evaluation
Class Participation
Reflection Paper
Research Paper
Short Paper
Other
Currently Offered Fall 2020