Mr.
Matthew Ochalek
mochalek@mpslakers.com
Christian
Ethics – Honors A Day
|
Date Assigned |
Assignment |
Due Date |
|
8/26/11 |
Syllabus
Signature Slip |
9/1/11 |
|
8/30/11 |
Read an
excerpt from C.S. Lewis’ Mere Christianity
and respond in 1-2 pages. ·
Do you agree that there is, ultimately, a universal law of “fair
play”? Why or why not? |
9/1/11 |
|
9/7/11 |
Read Martin
Luther King, Jr.’s “Letter from a Birmingham Jail” and
Henry David Thoreau’s “On
the Duty of Civil Disobedience.” Bring 3
comments or questions with you to class to stimulate discussion. |
9/9/11 |
|
9/7/11 |
Requirements for Values in Conflict (VIC) Paragraph 1
Introduction: History of the problem/question being researched. The introduction ought to have listed the
three pros and the three cons at the end as the thesis statement, e.g. “The
three pros in abortion are… and the three cons are…” Paragraphs 2-4 Each paragraph should be a heavily researched pro. Paragraphs 5-7 Each paragraph should be a heavily researched con. Paragraph 8
Conclusion: Restate the three pros and the three cons to remind
reader/listener. All papers must end
with a question, e.g. “So in light of the information presented do you think
abortion should be legal?” Requirements: You may have more than 8 paragraphs total. Just remember you are not to take a
side. Treat the pro and con sides
equally in quantity and quality. You must use at least three
sources. Only one exclusively
electronic source may be used. All
other sources cited must be print sources.
Print sources may be accessed via the internet, e.g. Time Magazine online, or using electronic databases. No source used in the paper
may be published prior to 2003 without consulting the teacher first. No Wikipedia articles. The issues of abortion, euthanasia, capital punishment and suicide are not to be used for
this assignment. These issues will be
covered in depth at a later date. VIC Rubric MLA format and writing conventions: Cited
properly, name and page # in corner, Works Cited alphabetized,
grammar, syntax, punctuation, etc.
/15 VIC format: Intro sets up paper with pros and cons,
three pros and three cons, conclusion restates pros and cons, question at the
end /5 Support: Research is valid, comes from strong
sources and supports the pro or the con, stays focused, exhibits depth and
clarity. /70 Balance: Arguments are equally weighted, each pro
and each con is consistently presented, no bias. /10 |
9/26/11 (Note change in due date) |
|
9/9/11 |
Read Act I of A Man For All Seasons. There will be a quiz. |
9/21/11 |
|
9/19/11 |
Extra Credit Opportunity: Go to any of
these presentations
at Gannon University with the Tibetan Buddhist monks of Gaden
Shartse.
Write a brief summary of what happened there and add a personal
response based on your experience. Up
to 5 points. |
9/28/11 |
|
9/21/11 |
Just a friendly reminder: VIC essays are due Monday 9/26. Remember to email all papers to me so I can
protect your work from plagiarism in the future. |
9/26/11 |
|
10/4/11 |
Bring AMFAS with you to class on Thursday |
10/6/11 |
|
10/6/11 |
Based on Kohlberg’s Stages: Give an example of a moral principle you learned as
a child. How and when did you learn
it? Provide an example (however simple
it may be) from your own experience of an inconsistency between your level of
moral reasoning and your behavior. ◦ Perhaps
you were in stage 2 (self-interest) but acted selflessly. Or, maybe you were/are in stage 3
(social-relational) and acted selfishly. |
10/11/11 |
|
10/13/11 |
Read Act II of AMFAS for 10/21. There will be a quiz. |
10/21/11 |
|
10/26/11 |
Study for AMFAS / Kohlberg Exam |
10/31/11 |
|
11/14/11 |
For Tomorrow: Our visit to Glenwood had to be postponed until
Monday 11/21. Bring your notebook to
class. We will review material for the
exam on Thursday. |
11/15/11 |
|
12/2/11 |
Physical Profile: Intro – What do you feel about the significance of
the physical body? Thesis: All that I
am is contained/housed/present in my physical body. (If you want to use a different thesis
please email your idea and an explanation.) Two things you like about your body physically are…
Why? Two things you do not like about your body
physically are… Why? One thing you are glad you are able to do physically
is… Why? What you learned about yourself from writing this
profile is… Option 1: Meet the due date for 5 points. Option 2: Take the loss of 5 points and work at your
leisure on physical profile for the end product. |
12/14/11 (We do not meet for class this day. Just drop it off in 207 at some point.) |
|
12/6/11 |
Bring $5 - $10 for gifts for our Glenwood Buddies. |
No later than 12/12 |
|
12/6/11 |
Bring 1 to 2 dozen cookies to kitchen before
homeroom. |
12/14 |
|
12/8/11 |
Links on Multiple Intelligences and professions: http://www.onetonline.org/find/ http://www.bls.gov/k12/index.htm |
|
|
12/19/11 |
Intellectual Profile: Outline I.
Write the introduction from the perspective of 20
years into the future. Be creative and
have fun writing this. What/where is
your work? What’s your family
like? THESIS: “My dominant
intelligence(s) is/are… therefore (or however) I see myself in a career as
a…” II.
My first career choice is… Write about whether it
matches your intelligence. How will
your intelligence be an advantage for you in your work? III.
My back-up plan is… (Have at least one other career
that you might like to have. Write
about whether it matches your intelligence.
How will your intelligence be an advantage for you in your work?) IV.
I will spend my leisure (i.e. free) time… V.
Conclusion: “What I learned about myself from
writing this profile is…” Option 1: Meet the due date for 5 points. Option 2: Take the loss of 5 points and work at your
leisure on intellectual profile for the end product. |
1/5/12 |
|
12/19/11 |
Read Frankl to page 68
(cover with red box on it) or 58 (cover with blue text on it) |
1/3/12 |
|
12/21/11 |
Intellectual Development and Flow presentation |
|
|
1/5/12 |
Here is a much better online temperament test that you ought to try for your Emotional Profile (it takes less than 10 minutes): http://www.humanmetrics.com/cgi-win/JTypes2.asp Read the remainder of Part 1 in Man’s Search for
Meaning. There will be an assessment
(details to come on Monday – don’t panic). |
1/11/12 (Frankl only) |
|
EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY |
Attend the lecture
advertised below. Write a 1-2 page
response (TNR 12 pt font, double-spaced) to his points on Catholic Social Teaching
and the global economy. Loftus Lecture at Gannon Jan. 31 Lecture will be focus on celebration of Catholic education Gannon is pleased to welcome Todd
David Whitmore, Ph.D., as the keynote speaker for the University’s Thomas
J. and Mary H. Loftus Lecture on Catholic Thought and Action. |
Response is due 2/7/12 |
|
1/11/12 |
Flow and Frankl in one article. I know you’re excited. Check
it out. |
|
|
1/11/12 |
“Ethics in the News” Read a current news
article of your choice. Write about
what ethical/moral issues are involved in the particular news item. Use Maguire (no need to mention all 7 Qs)
and/or any of the principles we have covered in class in your
discussion. One page, double spaced
minimum for the response. Somebody remind me
to go over this in class. |
1/23/12 This date is still in effect. |
|
1/17/12 |
Emotional Profile: Outline Intro – Tell a story
of an event that sums up your personality temperament, something funny or
extreme that exemplifies who you are in light of this temperament. Alternatively, discuss something you
gleaned from the websites linked to online tests that piques your interest
(e.g. relationship or parenting-style information). You have freedom here. Make it interesting. End with the thesis: “My temperament is
[enter four letters here, e.g. INFP] Body – Write about
whether you are “E” or “I.” Use examples from handouts and/or websites, as
well as your life. Next, write about
the other “letter” and what you admire in folks who are of that
temperament. Repeat process for the
remaining three letters. Conclusion – “What
I learned about myself from writing this profile was…” |
1/25/12 |
|
1/17/12 |
GLENWOOD VISIT ON
THURSDAY. DRIVERS, PLAN ACCORDINGLY Read Frankl,
“Logotherapy in a Nutshell” for 1/24. |
Drivers – 1/19 Frankl – 1/23 |
|
1/27/12 |
Bring the packet of
“Ways” with you to class |
1/31/12 |
|
1/31/12 |
Read Frankl’s “Case for Tragic Optimism” |
2/6/12 |
|
|
Personal Values
Profile Intro: Tell a story
about a person with a stated value that is not incorporated into her/his life
or a person with a clear, genuine value Thesis: “My three genuine
values are… and my three stated values are…” Body: A paragraph
per value with stories or details to illustrate each stated and genuine
value. Conclusion: “What I
learned about myself from writing this profile is…” |
No due date until the end product. |
|
2/1/12 |
For research of
philosophers: http://plato.stanford.edu/contents.html Philosophy Profile Intro: Write about
one philosopher and why you like her/his views. Thesis: “We all ought to have a philosophy
of life, and Way 14 consists of… (any three things you choose to write
about)” Body: Expand each
of your three ideas a bit. Get at what
each thing really means in life. Conclusion: “What I
learned about myself by becoming a philosopher is…” |
No due date until the end product. |
|
2/1/12 |
ATTENTION The deadline for
ALL classes to hand in the I Am Unique Extended
Essay is 2/21/12. You may earn ten
bonus points by handing it in on 2/16/12.
An added bonus is that you will have it done and can enjoy the
four-day weekend. Be sure you give it
to me in person. No email submissions
will be accepted. |
2/21/12 (2/16 for bonus) |
|
2/3/12 |
Now that you have a list of your 20 most important people
and 20 most important experiences, each in chronological order, it is time to
make some cuts. Keep your big lists.
You’ll need those later. Cut your lists down to the top 9 people and 9 experiences
according to the following breakdown: 3 from birth to 1st grade 3 from 1st – 8th grades 3 from 9th – now. More to follow next week. |
|
|
2/6/12 |
Board of Directors Intro: As of (date you
begin writing), the following people and experiences have influenced and
directed my life. Body: Write about a
combination of three people and experiences from each time period below that
truly directed your life. Birth to 1st
grade (1 person, 2 experiences or 2 people, 1
experience) 1st
grade to 9th grade (same as above) 9th to
now (same as above) Conclusion: What I
learned about myself from writing this profile is… |
|
|
2/6/12 |
Spirituality Profile prompt is
in notes Typing day will be
2/10. Meet in 207 and we’ll move to
Info Center. Come prepared to
work. This is not a blow off period. Our next visit to
Glenwood will be 2/15. |
|
|
2/10/12 |
Coat of Arms – pick
four things (either concrete or abstract is fine) without which life would not
be worth living. Show these
symbolically in each quadrant. You may
draw, paint, cut and paste, etc. Just
be creative. If you would like your
coat of arms to be completely computer generated simply find a graphic online
that is similar to the one I passed out in class and go from there. On a separate page,
please type a brief description of each symbol to place in you I Am Unique Essay. |
|
|
2/14/12 |
For the sake of clarity: the due dates (both extra credit and the final
due date) are for all classes regardless of A or B day schedule. The table of contents is the last page of
the note packet. |
|
|
2/24/12 |
Please read for Tuesday: |
|
|
3/1/12 |
Don’t forget to bring Man’s Search for Meaning on Tuesday. Pick a passage to write about in
class. What does Frankl
mean in the text? How can you apply it
to your life? You will have 45 minutes for the assessment. |
3/6 |
|
3/12/12 |
Read chapters 1-3 of Brave New World for March 19th. Keep track of your thoughts as you read and
come prepared to share. |
3/19 |
|
3/21/12 |
We will be visiting Glenwood on Tuesday 3/27. If you are a driver, please plan
accordingly. |
3/27 |
|
3/29/12 |
Life Issues
Position Paper 1 – Euthanasia Paragraph 1: Introduction – Briefly describe the life issue in
question (include basic facts of what the action is, an informal history of
the debate, etc.). What is the
official Catholic position on the ethics of this issue? “I agree/disagree with that position
because (list three ideas or arguments to support your position)” Paragraphs 2-4: Each paragraph should demonstrate your ideas clearly, but concisely. Paragraph 5: Conclusion – Conclude by considering the implications of your argument. What does your argument imply, or involve, or suggest for our culture? Requirements: You must use at least three sources. All sources
cited must be print sources unless they are accessed through the databases
available via the MPS website. Print sources may be accessed via
the internet, e.g. Time Magazine online, or
using electronic databases. Reputable
news organizations’ websites (e.g. BBC, NPR, etc.) will also be accepted. Rubric: MLA format and writing conventions: Cited properly, name and page # in corner, Works Cited alphabetized, grammar, syntax, punctuation, etc. /20 Objective information: Demonstrates clear understanding of the Catholic ethical position. /15 Structure: See above.
/5 Support: Research is valid, comes from
strong sources and supports the argument, stays focused, exhibits depth and
clarity. /25 |
4/17 |
|
4/3/12 |
Read chapters
7-12 of Brave New World for Tuesday 4/17 |
4/17 |
|
4/16/12 |
We will be
visiting Glenwood on Thursday 4/19.
Make sure you have your vehicle if you are a driver. |
4/19 |
|
4/19/12 |
Read the rest of
Brave New World for 4/30. There will
be discussion during that class and an objective test the following class. |
4/30 |
|
4/30 |
Abortion paper
is due May 8. Note changes:
only 2 sources required. One may be an
exclusively electronic source, provided it is appropriate for an academic
setting. |
5/8 |
|
5/14 |
Life Issues
Paper on Death Penalty: due 5/26 Click here
for the information covered in class. |
5/25 |
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*** ALL MAKE UP
EXAMS MUST BE COMPLETED BY 4 PM ON THURSDAY, MAY 17 OR YOU WILL RECEIVE A
ZERO. *** |
5/17 |
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Christian
Ethics – Honors B Day
|
Date Assigned |
Assignment |
Due Date |
|
8/29/11 |
Syllabus
Signature Slip |
9/1/11 |
|
8/31/11 |
Read an
excerpt from C.S. Lewis’ Mere Christianity
and respond in 1-2 pages. Do you
agree that there is, ultimately, a universal law of “fair play”? Why or why not? |
9/6/11 |
|
9/6/11 |
Read Martin
Luther King, Jr.’s “Letter from a Birmingham Jail” and
Henry David Thoreau’s “On
the Duty of Civil Disobedience.” Bring 3
comments or questions with you to class to stimulate discussion. |
9/12/11 |
|
9/8/11 |
Requirements for Values in Conflict (VIC) Paragraph 1
Introduction: History of the problem/question being researched. The introduction ought to have listed the
three pros and the three cons at the end as the thesis statement, e.g. “The
three pros in abortion are… and the three cons are…” Paragraphs 2-4 Each paragraph should be a heavily researched pro. Paragraphs 5-7 Each paragraph should be a heavily researched con. Paragraph 8
Conclusion: Restate the three pros and the three cons to remind
reader/listener. All papers must end
with a question, e.g. “So in light of the information presented do you think
abortion should be legal?” Requirements: You may have more than 8 paragraphs total. Just remember you are not to take a
side. Treat the pro and con sides
equally in quantity and quality. You must use at least three
sources. Only one exclusively
electronic source may be used. All
other sources cited must be print sources.
Print sources may be accessed via the internet, e.g. Time Magazine online, or using electronic databases. No source used in the paper
may be published prior to 2003 without consulting the teacher first. No Wikipedia articles. The issues of abortion, euthanasia, capital punishment and suicide are not to be used for
this assignment. These issues will be
covered in depth at a later date. VIC Rubric MLA format and writing conventions: Cited
properly, name and page # in corner, Works Cited alphabetized,
grammar, syntax, punctuation, etc.
/15 VIC format: Intro sets up paper with pros and cons,
three pros and three cons, conclusion restates pros and cons, question at the
end /5 Support: Research is valid, comes from strong
sources and supports the pro or the con, stays focused, exhibits depth and
clarity. /70 Balance: Arguments are equally weighted, each pro
and each con is consistently presented, no bias. /10 |
B1 9/27/11 (Note change in due date) B3 9/29/11 |
|
9/12/11 |
Read Act I of A Man For All Seasons. There will be a quiz. |
9/22/11 |
|
9/20/11 |
Extra Credit Opportunity: Go to any of
these presentations
at Gannon University with the Tibetan Buddhist monks of Gaden
Shartse.
Write a brief summary of what happened there and add a personal
response based on your experience. Up
to 5 points. |
9/29/11 |
|
9/22/11 |
Just a friendly reminder: VIC essays are due Monday 9/26. Remember to email all papers to me so I can
protect your work from plagiarism in the future. |
See date above. |
|
10/5/11 |
Bring AMFAS with you to class on Friday Read all of Act II by 10/20. There will be a quiz. |
10/7/11 |
|
10/28/11 |
B1: Test was postponed until Tuesday. B3: Don’t forget your test is on Tuesday as well. |
11/1/11 |
|
11/14/11 |
Bring your notebook to class. We will review material for the exam on
Friday. |
11/16/11 |
|
12/1/11 |
Physical Profile: Intro – What do you feel about the significance of
the physical body? Thesis: All that I
am is contained/housed/present in my physical body. (If you want to use a different thesis
please email your idea and an explanation.) Two things you like about your body physically are…
Why? Two things you do not like about your body
physically are… Why? One thing you are glad you are able to do physically
is… Why? What you learned about yourself from writing this
profile is… Option 1: Meet the due date for 5 points. Option 2: Take the loss of 5 points and work at your
leisure on physical profile for the end product. |
12/13/11 |
|
12/7/11 |
Bring $5 - $10 for gifts for our Glenwood Buddies. |
No later than 12/12 |
|
12/7/11 |
Bring 1 to 2 dozen cookies to kitchen before
homeroom. |
12/14 |
|
12/7/11 |
Links on Multiple Intelligences and professions: http://www.onetonline.org/find/ http://www.bls.gov/k12/index.htm |
|
|
12/20/11 |
Intellectual Profile: Outline VI.
Write the introduction from the perspective of 20
years into the future. Be creative and
have fun writing this. What/where is
your work? What’s your family
like? THESIS: “My dominant
intelligence(s) is/are… therefore (or however) I see myself in a career as
a…” VII.
My first career choice is… Write about whether it
matches your intelligence. How will
your intelligence be an advantage for you in your work? VIII.
My back-up plan is… (Have at least one other career
that you might like to have. Write
about whether it matches your intelligence.
How will your intelligence be an advantage for you in your work?) IX.
I will spend my leisure (i.e. free) time… X.
Conclusion: “What I learned about myself from
writing this profile is…” Option 1: Meet the due date for 5 points. Option 2: Take the loss of 5 points and work at your
leisure on intellectual profile for the end product. |
1/6/12 |
|
12/22/11 |
Intellectual Development and Flow presentation |
|
|
1/6/12 |
Read the remainder of Part 1 in Man’s Search for
Meaning. Bring your book to
class. There will be an assessment. Take this online temperament
sorter for your Emotional Profile.
(If you missed class today, be sure to complete this for Tuesday.) |
1/12/12 |
|
EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY |
Attend the lecture
advertised below. Write a 1-2 page
response (TNR 12 pt font, double-spaced) to his points on Catholic Social
Teaching and the global economy. Loftus Lecture at Gannon Jan. 31 Lecture will be focus on celebration of Catholic education Gannon is pleased to welcome Todd
David Whitmore, Ph.D., as the keynote speaker for the University’s Thomas
J. and Mary H. Loftus Lecture on Catholic Thought and Action. |
Response is due 2/7/12 |
|
1/11/12 |
Flow and Frankl in one article. I know you’re excited. Check
it out. |
|
|
1/11/12 |
“Ethics in the
News” Read a current news
article of your choice. Write about
what ethical/moral issues are involved in the particular news item. Use Maguire (no need to mention all 7 Qs)
and/or any of the principles we have covered in class in your
discussion. One page, double spaced
minimum for the response. |
1/20/12 |
|
1/18/12 |
Emotional Profile: Outline Intro – Tell a
story of an event that sums up your personality temperament, something funny
or extreme that exemplifies who you are in light of this temperament. Alternatively, discuss something you
gleaned from the websites linked to online tests that piques your interest
(e.g. relationship or parenting-style information). You have freedom here. Make it interesting. End with the thesis: “My temperament is
[enter four letters here, e.g. INFP] Body – Write about
whether you are “E” or “I.” Use examples from handouts and/or websites, as
well as your life. Next, write about
the other “letter” and what you admire in folks who are of that
temperament. Repeat process for the
remaining three letters. Conclusion – “What
I learned about myself from writing this profile was…” |
1/26/12 |
|
1/18/12 |
GLENWOOD VISIT ON FRIDAY. DRIVERS, PLAN ACCORDINGLY Read Frankl,
“Logotherapy in a Nutshell” for 1/24. |
Drivers – 1/20 Frankl – 1/24 |
|
1/30/12 |
Bring the packet of
“Ways” with you to class |
2/1/12 |
|
|
Read Frankl’s “Case for Tragic Optimism” |
2/7/12 |
|
|
Personal Values
Profile Intro: Tell a story
about a person with a stated value that is not incorporated into her/his life
or a person with a clear, genuine value Thesis: “My three genuine
values are… and my three stated values are…” Body: A paragraph
per value with stories or details to illustrate each stated and genuine
value. Conclusion: “What I
learned about myself from writing this profile is…” |
No due date until the end product. |
|
2/1/12 |
For research of
philosophers: http://plato.stanford.edu/contents.html Philosophy Profile Intro: Write about
one philosopher and why you like her/his views. Thesis: “We all ought to have a philosophy
of life, and Way 14 consists of… (any three things you choose to write
about)” Body: Expand each
of your three ideas a bit. Get at what
each thing really means in life. Conclusion: “What I
learned about myself by becoming a philosopher is…” |
No deadline until the end product. |
|
2/1/12 |
ATTENTION The deadline for
ALL classes to hand in the I Am Unique Extended
Essay is 2/21/12. You may earn ten
bonus points by handing it in on 2/16/12.
An added bonus is that you will have it done and can enjoy the
four-day weekend. Be sure you give it
to me in person. No email submissions
will be accepted. |
2/21/12 (2/16 for bonus) |
|
2/3/12 |
Now that you have a list of your 20 most important people and
20 most important experiences, each in chronological order, it is time to
make some cuts. Keep your big lists.
You’ll need those later. Cut your lists down to the top 9 people and 9 experiences
according to the following breakdown: 3 from birth to 1st grade 3 from 1st – 8th grades 3 from 9th – now. More to follow next week. |
|
|
2/6/12 |
Board of Directors Intro: As of (date
you begin writing), the following people and experiences have influenced and
directed my life. Body: Write about a
combination of three people and experiences from each time period below that
truly directed your life. Birth to 1st
grade (1 person, 2 experiences or 2 people, 1
experience) 1st
grade to 9th grade (same as above) 9th to
now (same as above) Conclusion: What I
learned about myself from writing this profile is… |
|
|
2/6/12 |
Spirituality Profile prompt is
in notes Typing day will be
2/13. Meet in 207 and we’ll move to
Info Center. Come prepared to
work. This is not a blow off period. Our next visit to Glenwood
will be 2/15. |
|
|
2/9/12 |
Coat of Arms – pick
four things (either concrete or abstract is fine) without which life would
not be worth living. Show these
symbolically in each quadrant. You may
draw, paint, cut and paste, etc. Just
be creative. If you would like your
coat of arms to be completely computer generated simply find a graphic online
that is similar to the one I passed out in class and go from there. On a separate page,
please type a brief description of each symbol to place in you I Am Unique Essay. |
|
|
2/14/12 |
For the sake of clarity: the due dates (both extra credit and the
final due date) are for all classes regardless of A or B day schedule. The table of contents is the last page of
the note packet. |
|
|
2/23/22 |
Please read for Monday: http://www.christopherwest.com/article1.asp |
|
|
3/1/12 |
Don’t forget to bring Man’s Search for Meaning on Friday. Pick a passage to write about in
class. What does Frankl
mean in the text? How can you apply it
to your life? |
3/2/12 |
|
3/9/12 |
Read chapters 1-3 of Brave New World for March 16th. Keep track of your thoughts as you read and
come prepared to share. |
3/16/12 |
|
3/22/12 |
We will be visiting Glenwood on Monday 3/26. If you are a driver, please plan
accordingly. |
3/26/12 |
|
3/28/12 |
Life Issues
Position Paper 1 – Euthanasia Paragraph 1: Introduction – Briefly describe the life issue in
question (include basic facts of what the action is, an informal history of
the debate, etc.). What is the
official Catholic position on the ethics of this issue? “I agree/disagree with that position
because (list three ideas or arguments to support your position)” Paragraphs 2-4: Each paragraph should demonstrate your ideas clearly, but concisely. Paragraph 5: Conclusion – Conclude by considering the implications of your argument. What does your argument imply, or involve, or suggest for our culture? Requirements: You must use at least three sources. All
sources cited must be print sources unless they are accessed through the
databases available via the MPS website. Print sources may be
accessed via the internet, e.g. Time Magazine online, or
using electronic databases. Reputable
news organizations’ websites (e.g. BBC, NPR, etc.) will also be accepted. Rubric: MLA format and writing conventions: Cited properly, name and page # in corner, Works Cited alphabetized, grammar, syntax, punctuation, etc. /20 Objective information: Demonstrates clear understanding of the Catholic ethical position. /15 Structure: See above.
/5 Support: Research is valid, comes from
strong sources and supports the argument, stays focused, exhibits depth and
clarity. /25 |
4/16 |
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4/2/12 |
Read chapters
7-12 of Brave New World for Monday 4/16 |
4/16 |
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4/16/12 |
We will be
visiting Glenwood on Friday 4/20. Make
sure you have your vehicle if you are a driver. |
4/20/12 |
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4/20/12 |
Read the rest of
Brave New World for 5/1. There will be
discussion during that class and an objective test the following class. |
5/1 |
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5/1/12 |
Abortion paper
is due 5/9. Note changes:
only 2 sources required. One may be an
exclusively electronic source, provided it is appropriate for an academic
setting. |
5/9 |
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5/11 |
Life Issues
Paper on Death Penalty: due 5/25 Click here
for the information covered in class. ATTENTION B3: Tuesday 5/15 we will have 3rd
lunch to accommodate another class’ exams.
Please meet in 207 at 11:30.
Thank you. |
5/25 |
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5/13 |
*** ALL MAKE UP
EXAMS MUST BE COMPLETED BY 4 PM ON THURSDAY, MAY 17 OR YOU WILL RECEIVE A
ZERO. *** |
5/17 |
Sophomore
Theology A Day
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Date Assigned |
Assignment |
Due Date |
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8/26/11 |
Syllabus
Signature Slip |
9/1/11 |
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8/26/11 |
Telling My
Story Choose one
of the following topics and write a story related to it. Look back into history to help you
construct the story. Include as much
detail as you can so the account you give is a richly constructed story. Tell the story as a professional
storyteller might. 1-2 pages. 1. Why I
have my first, middle and/or last name. 2. Someone
from my family, past or present, who has a story to be told. 3. A family
tradition associated with a holiday. 4. A funny
or frightening event from my grade school days. |
9/7/11 |
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8/26/11 |
·
Get to
Campus Ministry to purchase your textbook (The earlier the better… Used books
are cheaper.) ·
Bring a
Catholic Youth Bible (the one you used last year) to class on 8/30. |
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8/30/11 |
Read Acts 2.14-41 For those without a Bible available you can find the reading here. |
9/1/11 |
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9/7/11 |
Read
Chapter 1 of The Church Through History
and take note of vocabulary for 9/9. Type answer to
“Activity 1” on page 20 for 9/13. One
page minimum. For
those with the new textbook, here is the question: Jesus and his closest followers
would have been viewed as landless peasants in a culture where owning land
was one of the primary marks of wealth and power. Think about a group of people who tend to
lack power and wealth and who demonstrate characteristics that might be
labeled “lower class” in today’s society.
What spiritual insights could some members of this group offer as a
result of their unique experience? |
9/9/11 9/13/11 |
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9/13/11 |
Read pages
33-45. Answer Review questions # 1, 3,
4, 5 and 9. This assignment may be handwritten. |
9/15/11 |
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9/21/11 |
Read “Women
and Paul.” Write 3 comments and 3
questions based on the article and bring them with you to class. This may be handwritten. |
9/26/11 |
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9/28/11 |
Read Ch. 3
through page 63. Begin
reviewing notes and text for exam on Tuesday October
4. The material on monasticism
in Ch. 3 will not be on this exam.
We will address it afterward. |
9/30/11 |
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9/30/11 |
Here is the
Ch. 3 Presentation from
class. Here is the
study guide. GOOD LUCK! |
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10/6/11 |
+Church History Research Project: An Important Person in
Church History |
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10/13/11 |
“Wisdom of the Desert” Handout. Type your response to the directions at the top of the page. |
10/17/11 |
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10/17/11 |
The Monasticism presentation may be found here. |
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10/25/11 |
Read Chapter 4. Presentation can be found here. |
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Rubric for Church History Research
Project: An Important Person in Church History
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11/2/11 |
Read pages 93-106 (old book) / For
those with the new book, read the sections titled: ·
The Medieval World ·
Troubles and Triumphs Stop before the East-West
Schism. Answer the “Review” questions
in text (old book) or on handout (new). |
11/4/11 |
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EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY |
2011 Student Essay Contest
sponsored by Maryknoll. See their website
for specifics. An electronic copy of
your essay due to Mr. Ochalek before
leaving MPS for Thanksgiving. You may
receive up to 50 points for class just for writing a good essay AND up to
$1,000 (from Maryknoll) if you win. |
11/23/11 |
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STUDY GUIDE |
A study guide for Test 2 can be found here. The test will cover Monasticism, all of Ch. 4 and Ch. 5 up to p. 110 in old text / p. 137 in new text. |
Test Day is 11/15/11 |
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11/14/11 |
Chapter 5 presentation can be found here. |
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12/2/11 |
Bring book and notebook to class. |
12/6/11 |
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EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY |
5 points for a box of tissues to share. |
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12/6/11 |
Read Chapter 6 of The Church Through History |
12/8/11 |
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12/8/11 |
Type response to Four Stages of Love, Four Stages of Mysticism. One paragraph (4 sentences or more) minimum for each question. Read Chapter 7 of The Church Through History up to “The Catholic Reformation.” |
12/12/11 |
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12/19/11 |
Read handout on the changes in the prayers at Mass. Write comments/questions in the margins. Be prepared to discuss. |
12/21/11 |
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12/21/11 |
Chapter 6 presentation Chapter 7 presentation |
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1/3/12 |
Things you need to know about for the test on Thursday: Roman Missal Council of Trent Jesuits Saint Ignatius Loyola devised a system of spiritual exercises Henry VIII of England Queen Isabella Peace of Augsburg Peasants’ Revolt Diet of Worms indulgences John Wycliffe Mysticism The bubonic plague Avignon papacy Catherine of Siena Meister Eckhart Julian of Norwich Union of Florence Negative Theology Conversos 95 Theses Edict of Nantes sola scriptura Council of Trent John of the Cross Ignatius of Loyola Queen Elizabeth John Calvin Teresa of Ávila Ulrich Zwingli |
1/5/12 |
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1/5/12 |
Read Chapter 8 for Monday |
1/9/12 |
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1/11/12 |
Pick three of the following issues and, with depth, write about their impact on our sense of nationalism and globalism: business, religion, television, the internet, the military and natural resources. What is their impact on your faith? Papers should be typed and double-spaced, using one-inch margins and Times New Roman 12 pt. font. There is no minimum requirement, but please note that one page is probably not sufficient. This is worth 15 points. |
1/16/12 |
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1/17/12 |
Begin studying notes for a small test (around 50 points) on Monday, 1/23. We will review Thursday. I will post presentations at that time for your reference. |
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1/19/12 |
TEST POSTPONED UNTIL Tuesday January 31 |
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1/30/12 |
What was the Enlightenment? Before the Enlightenment, what was considered truth? What did Galileo Galilei do that landed him on house arrest for the remainder of his life? What pope apologized for the Church’s mistreatment of Galileo? Define rationalism. Why do rationalists oppose religion? Define deism. Name three of the key theories of deism. What were the three responses of the Church to rationalism and deism? Scholasticism uses deductive reasoning. What is it? How did popular devotions combat deism? What is papal infallibility? What does ex cathedra mean? What population did the mendicants evangelize in Asia? What population did the Jesuits evangelize in Asia? Define accommodation. How did Matteo Ricci go about preaching the Gospel in China? Name three well-documented forms of violence used by Conquistadors against the indigenous peoples of the Americas. Name a famous missionary who defended the rights of the indigenous. How did Our Lady of Guadalupe help in making new converts in Mexico? What were the reductions? Why were the Portuguese slave traders violently opposed to the reductions? Why were the missions in Central and South America more effective than those begun further North (i.e. Canada)? 6 pts. |
1/31/12 |
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1/31/12 |
Read pages: 225-237 (if you have the old book) or 270-287 (if you have the new book) |
2/2/12 |
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2/6/12 |
Read chapter 10. Be sure you can answer the following questions: 1. What is the difference between laissez-faire capitalism and socialism? What position did Catholic Church leaders take toward capitalism and socialism? 2. What contribution did Pope Leo XIII make to Catholic Social Teaching in 1891? 3. What four principles did Pope Leo XIII propose that helped workers? 4. Who was Mother Jones? 5. What is assimilation? What two positions did US Catholic leaders take toward assimilation? 6. Name two positions associated with modernism. 7. What political position did Pope Benedict XV take during World War I? (note: that’s the 15th) 8. What is Catholic Action? Give two examples of organizations that promoted Catholic Action. |
2/8 |
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2/8/12 |
“Dorothy Day on Catholic Faith and Poverty” Read and answer the questions in about a paragraph each. Please type you responses. |
2/14/12 |
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2/13/12 |
Review for test 2/16: 1. What are the three phases of Catholicism in the United States? 2. What was the first colony to legally tolerate Catholicism? 3. Who was the United States’ first bishop? 4. How did he become bishop? 5. Define lay trusteeism. 6. Why did Catholics make every effort to point out that they were able to be good Americans? 7. What was the largest religious denomination in the United States in 1850? 8. Define nativism. 9. Name two causes of nativism. 10. In what year did the Catholic Church formally condemn slavery? 11. In your own words, describe the difference between socialism and capitalism. 12. What was Rerum Novarum? Who wrote it? When? 13. What are four key principles of Rerum Novarum? 14. Who said, “Pray for the dead and fight like hell for the living”? 15. Briefly describe the Catholic Worker. 16. What was the goal of Americanism? 17. Name an idea of modernism. 18. Define ecumenism. 19. What was Catholic Action? 20. The movement for liturgical renewal desired to connect Mass with what? |
2/16 |
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2/22/12 |
Questions for “Conversation Starters” article: 1. What do you think is the significance of the bishops’ relaxed and friendly atmosphere after hours at the Council? 2. What do you think is the significance of the presence of non-Catholics at the Council? 3. Which of the three dynamics proposed by Gaillardetz do you think is most significant? Why? (Please type. One paragraph minimum per question.) |
2/24 |
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EXTRA CREDIT |
Research Brother Roger and the Taizé community in France, Jean Vanier and international federation of L’Arche, and Catherine de Hueck Doherty and the Friendship and Madonna houses in the US and Canada. Write a 3 page paper briefly describing the life of each community. Which community would you choose to live if you had no other opportunities? How would the community help you to live out a Christian life? Use MLA style for your works cited page and in text citations. Up to 50 points are available. Some help to get you started: |
2/29 for all classes |
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2/24/12 |
Read “The Impact of Vatican II” and “Pope Paul VI” sections of chapter 11 and all of chapter 12 (it’s short). |
2/28 |
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3/1/12 |
Response to Entertaining Angels: · Identify at least one way Dorothy Day and the Catholic Workers live out the Mercy Charism · Dorothy asks, “How can I tell others to feed the poor if I don’t do it myself?” Do you think that is true? Why? · Have you ever had a time when you wanted to lash out at God as Dorothy did toward the end of the film? Did you do so? How did you feel afterward? · Mike, the editor of the socialist newspaper Dorothy used to work for, said, “You may not have changed the world but you made it a little more bearable. Not bad… for a Catholic.” In other words, the socialists say they want change, but the Catholic Workers actually change things, albeit in little ways. Which is a more valuable goal in your mind: broad, sweeping change in an instant like a revolution, or small, personal victories throughout one’s life? Why? One paragraph minimum per question. Please type. 20 points. |
A1 3/6 A3 3/8 |
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3/12/12 |
Please note: I will let you know when you need to bring the justice and peace text to class. Until then you can leave it at home or in your locker. |
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3/21/12 |
The Justice and Peace textbooks are in. Please obtain a copy from the bookstore in CM if you still need one. You have about two weeks before book checks for credit begin. |
4/5 |
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3/27/12 |
The Sacraments slides (through Eucharist) can be found here. There will be a test Tuesday April 3 on (a partial list): ◦Sacramentum }Augustine defined sacrament as… }By definition, a Catholic sacrament is: An efficacious sign of grace, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, by which we receive the life of God through the work of the Holy Spirit ◦Grace ◦Biblical Israel found its primary door to the sacred in… ◦Mystagogy Symbol Church as Sacrament }The seven sacraments may be placed into three groups… Baptism bapto–to dip or to immerse ◦Water is the essential element needed for baptism What does baptism do? Where does it come from? How has it developed
through history catechumenate When did Christians start baptizing infants? (Hint: we have always done so.) }Indelible Seal/Character Confirmation }In Hebrew Scriptures….____ is the one who is responsible for all that is good Messiah–The anointed one of God, acting with God’s power –Over time, the church realized he didn’t just possess God’s Spirit, but he shared in God’s divinity }Development Through History Confirmation is understood as affirming our baptism and strengthening our faith and our resolve to live the Gospel Chrismation our personal “Yes” to our earlier baptismal vows is essential for the Christian life – every day. }Eucharist (from Greek for thanksgiving)is the sacrament in which Jesus Christ gives his Body and Blood –himself –for us, so that we too might give ourselves to him in love communion }The celebration of the Eucharist is rooted in… }Christians have always celebrated the Lord’s Supper in ritual form ◦The oldest account comes from 1 Corinthians 11 Bread of Life
Discourse }Other Names for Eucharist }The celebration of the Mass/Divine Liturgy takes place in two main parts }Christ’s presence in the Eucharist }Transubstantiation }Historical Development The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life –we cannot be the Church without it |
4/3 |
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4/5/12 |
You will find notes on the sacraments covered by your YouCat reading here: http://sophotheomps.wordpress.com/ |
4/17 |
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4/19/12 |
Read chapter 2 of Living Justice and Peace for next class. |
4/23 |
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“Practicing Prophecy” Steps 1-3: Follow these steps in creating your “prophecy”, but you do not need to hand this in. Step 4: Write your speech beginning with the phrase “Thus says the LORD:” or something similar. Then speak in the first person just like the biblical prophets. You do not have to present the speech in front of the class, simply hand it in. Please type. Whether you write in paragraph form (roughly a page) or in stanzas (closer to two pages) is your decision. 25 points |
A1 4/23 A3 4/25 |
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4/23/12 |
§ Please type your answers in full sentences to the following (due 4/30) ú
p. 63, #9-12, p. 73, #13-17 |
4/30 |
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4/26/12 |
§ Please find the slides for chapter 1 and 2 here. § Test May 2, 2012 |
5/2 |
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4/30/12 |
§ Attention – the reading, class notes, and Romero are all fair game for test content § There will be multiple choice, true/false, matching, and essay questions § Important points to review for the test: ú the root of suffering ú four responses to suffering ú the prophets (see handout and text) ú Jesus and the reign of God ú origins of modern CST ú examples of results of implementation of CST ú seven official themes of CST – in detail ú definitions/desciptions of 1. marginalization 2. subsidiarity 3. common good 4. liberation theology ú plot and CST themes present in Romero |
5/2 |
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5/2/12 |
§ Read pp. 196-211 |
5/4 |
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5/4 |
§ Read pp. 212-221 for next class § If you’re feeling ambitious (due 5/10): ú Type answers to p. 211 #8-11 and p.220 #13-18 |
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5/8 |
§ REMINDER: Extra Credit papers on The Irresistible Revolution are due May 23. |
5/23 |
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5/10 |
§ Type answers to p. 211 #8-11 and p.220 #13-18 § Read pp.76-87 |
5/14 |
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5/13 |
§ Read the rest of chapter 3. |
5/16 |
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§ *** ALL MAKE UP EXAMS MUST BE COMPLETED BY 4 PM ON THURSDAY, MAY 17 OR YOU WILL RECEIVE A ZERO. *** |
5/17 |
Sophomore
Theology B Day
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Date Assigned |
Assignment |
Due Date |
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8/29/11 |
Syllabus
Signature Slip |
9/1/11 |
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8/29/11 |
Telling My
Story Choose one of
the following topics and write a story related to it. Look back into history to help you
construct the story. Include as much
detail as you can so the account you give is a richly constructed story. Tell the story as a professional
storyteller might. 1-2 pages. 1. Why I
have my first, middle and/or last name. 2. Someone
from my family, past or present, who has a story to be told. 3. A family
tradition associated with a holiday. 4. A funny
or frightening event from my grade school days. |
9/8/11 |
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8/29/11 |
·
Get to
Campus Ministry to purchase your textbook (The earlier the better… Used books
are cheaper.) Bring a Catholic Youth Bible (the one you used last year) to
class on 8/31. |
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9/6/11 |
Purchase
your textbook. Also, remember to bring
your “Telling My Story” assignment. |
9/8/11 |
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9/8/11 |
Read
Chapter 1 of The Church Through History
and take note of vocabulary. Type answer to
“Activity 1” on page 20. One page
minimum. For
those with the new textbook, here is the question: Jesus and his closest
followers would have been viewed as landless peasants in a culture where
owning land was one of the primary marks of wealth and power. Think about a group of people who tend to
lack power and wealth and who demonstrate characteristics that might be
labeled “lower class” in today’s society.
What spiritual insights could some members of this group offer as a
result of their unique experience? |
9/12/11 |
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9/12/11 |
Read pages
33-45. Answer Review questions # 1, 3,
4, 5 and 9. This assignment may be
handwritten. |
9/14/11 |
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9/22/11 |
Read “Women
and Paul.” Write 3 comments and 3
questions based on the article and bring them with you to class. This may be handwritten. |
9/27/11 |
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9/29/11 |
Begin
reviewing notes and text for exam on Wednesday
October 5. The material on
monasticism in Ch. 3 will not be on this exam. We will address it afterward. |
10/3/11 |
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9/30/11 |
Here is the
Ch. 3 Presentation from
class. Here is the
study guide. GOOD LUCK! |
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10/12/11 |
+Church
History Research Project: An Important Person in Church History |
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10/14/11 |
“Wisdom of the Desert” Handout. Type your response to the directions at the top of the page. |
10/18/11 |
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10/18/11 |
The Monasticism presentation may be found here. |
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10/24/11 |
Read Chapter 4. Presentation can be found here. |
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Rubric for Church History Research
Project: An Important Person in Church History
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11/1/11 |
Read pages 93-106 (old book) / For
those with the new book, read the sections titled: ·
The Medieval World ·
Troubles and Triumphs Stop before the East-West
Schism. Answer the “Review” questions
in text (old book) or on handout (new). |
11/3/11 |
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EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY |
2011 Student Essay Contest
sponsored by Maryknoll. See their website
for specifics. An electronic copy of
your essay due to Mr. Ochalek before
leaving MPS for Thanksgiving. You may
receive up to 50 points for class just for writing a good essay AND up to
$1,000 (from Maryknoll) if you win. |
11/23/11 |
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STUDY GUIDE |
A study guide for Test 2 can be found here. The test will cover Monasticism, all of Ch.
4 and Ch. 5 up to p. 110 in old text / p. 137 in new text. |
Test Day is 11/14/11 |
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11/14/11 |
Chapter 5 presentation can be found here. |
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12/5/11 |
Bring book and notebook to class. |
12/7/11 |
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EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY |
5 points for a box of tissues to share. |
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12/7/11 |
Read Chapter 6 of The Church Through History |
12/9/11 |
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12/9/11 |
Type response to Four Stages of Love, Four Stages of Mysticism. One paragraph (4 sentences or more) minimum for each question. Read Chapter 7 of The Church Through History up to “The Catholic Reformation.” |
12/13/11 |
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12/20/11 |
Chapter 6 presentation Chapter 7 presentation |
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1/4/12 |
Things you need to know about for the test on Friday: Roman Missal Council of Trent Jesuits Saint Ignatius Loyola devised a system of spiritual exercises Henry VIII of England Queen Isabella Peace of Augsburg Peasants’ Revolt Diet of Worms indulgences John Wycliffe Mysticism The bubonic plague Avignon papacy Catherine of Siena Meister Eckhart Julian of Norwich Union of Florence Negative Theology Conversos 95 Theses Edict of Nantes sola scriptura Council of Trent John of the Cross Ignatius of Loyola Queen Elizabeth John Calvin Teresa of Ávila Ulrich Zwingli |
1/6/12 |
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1/6/12 |
Read Chapter 8 for Tuesday. |
1/10/12 |
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1/12/12 |
Pick three of the following issues and, with depth, write about their impact on our sense of nationalism and globalism: business, religion, television, the internet, the military and natural resources. What is their impact on your faith? Papers should be typed and double-spaced, using one-inch margins and Times New Roman 12 pt. font. There is no minimum requirement, but please note that one page is probably not sufficient. This is worth 15 points. |
1/17/12 |
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1/18/12 |
Begin studying notes for a small test (around 50 points) on Tuesday, 1/24. We will review Friday. I will post presentations at that time for your reference. |
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1/20/12 |
TEST POSTPONED UNTIL Wednesday February 1 |
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1/30/12 |
What was the Enlightenment? Before the Enlightenment, what was considered truth? What did Galileo Galilei do that landed him on house arrest for the remainder of his life? What pope apologized for the Church’s mistreatment of Galileo? Define rationalism. Why do rationalists oppose religion? Define deism. Name three of the key theories of deism. What were the three responses of the Church to rationalism and deism? Scholasticism uses deductive reasoning. What is it? How did popular devotions combat deism? What is papal infallibility? What does ex cathedra mean? What population did the mendicants evangelize in Asia? What population did the Jesuits evangelize in Asia? Define accommodation. How did Matteo Ricci go about preaching the Gospel in China? Name three well-documented forms of violence used by Conquistadors against the indigenous peoples of the Americas. Name a famous missionary who defended the rights of the indigenous. How did Our Lady of Guadalupe help in making new converts in Mexico? What were the reductions? Why were the Portuguese slave traders violently opposed to the reductions? Why were the missions in Central and South America more effective than those begun further North (i.e. Canada)? 6 pts. |
2/1/12 |
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2/1/12 |
Read pages: 225-237 (if you have the old book) or 270-287 (if you have the new book) |
2/3/12 |
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2/7/12 |
Read chapter 10. Be sure you can answer the following questions: 1. What is the difference between laissez-faire capitalism and socialism? What position did Catholic Church leaders take toward capitalism and socialism? 2. What contribution did Pope Leo XIII make to Catholic Social Teaching in 1891? 3. What four principles did Pope Leo XIII propose that helped workers? 4. Who was Mother Jones? 5. What is assimilation? What two positions did US Catholic leaders take toward assimilation? 6. Name two positions associated with modernism. 7. What political position did Pope Benedict XV take during World War I? (note: that’s the 15th) 8. What is Catholic Action? Give two examples of organizations that promoted Catholic Action. |
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2/9/12 |
“Dorothy Day on Catholic Faith and Poverty” Read and answer the questions in about a paragraph each. Please type you responses. |
2/15/12 |
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2/13/12 |
Review for test 2/15: 1. What are the three phases of Catholicism in the United States? 2. What was the first colony to legally tolerate Catholicism? 3. Who was the United States’ first bishop? 4. How did he become bishop? 5. Define lay trusteeism. 6. Why did Catholics make every effort to point out that they were able to be good Americans? 7. What was the largest religious denomination in the United States in 1850? 8. Define nativism. 9. Name two causes of nativism. 10. In what year did the Catholic Church formally condemn slavery? 11. In your own words, describe the difference between socialism and capitalism. 12. What was Rerum Novarum? Who wrote it? When? 13. What are four key principles of Rerum Novarum? 14. Who said, “Pray for the dead and fight like hell for the living”? 15. Briefly describe the Catholic Worker. 16. What was the goal of Americanism? 17. Name an idea of modernism. 18. Define ecumenism. 19. What was Catholic Action? 20. The movement for liturgical renewal desired to connect Mass with what? |
2/15 |
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2/21/12 |
Questions for “Conversation Starters” article: 4. What do you think is the significance of the bishops’ relaxed and friendly atmosphere after hours at the Council? 5. What do you think is the significance of the presence of non-Catholics at the Council? 6. Which of the three dynamics proposed by Gaillardetz do you think is most significant? Why? (Please type. One paragraph minimum per question.) |
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Research Brother Roger and the Taizé community in France, Jean Vanier and international federation of L’Arche, and Catherine de Hueck Doherty and the Friendship and Madonna houses in the US and Canada. Write a 3 page paper briefly describing the life of each community. Which community would you choose to live if you had no other opportunities? How would the community help you to live out a Christian life? Use MLA style for your works cited page and in text citations. Up to 50 points are available. Some help to get you started: |
2/29 for all classes |
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2/23/12 |
Read “The Impact of Vatican II” and “Pope Paul VI” sections of chapter 11 and all of chapter 12 (it’s short). |
2/27 |
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3/2/12 |
Response to Entertaining Angels: · Identify at least one way Dorothy Day and the Catholic Workers live out the Mercy Charism · Dorothy asks, “How can I tell others to feed the poor if I don’t do it myself?” Do you think that is true? Why? · Have you ever had a time when you wanted to lash out at God as Dorothy did toward the end of the film? Did you do so? How did you feel afterward? · Mike, the editor of the socialist newspaper Dorothy used to work for, said, “You may not have changed the world but you made it a little more bearable. Not bad… for a Catholic.” In other words, the socialists say they want change, but the Catholic Workers actually change things, albeit in little ways. Which is a more valuable goal in your mind: broad, sweeping change in an instant like a revolution, or small, personal victories throughout one’s life? Why? One paragraph minimum per question. Please type. 20 points. |
3/9 |
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3/12/12 |
Please note: I will let you know when you need to bring the justice and peace text to class. Until then you can leave it at home or in your locker. |
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3/22/12 |
The Justice and Peace textbooks are in. Please obtain a copy from the bookstore in CM if you still need one. You have about two weeks before book checks for credit begin. |
4/4 |
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3/28/12 |
The Sacraments slides (through Eucharist) can be found here. There will be a test Monday April 2 on (a general list): ◦Sacramentum }Augustine defined sacrament as… }By definition, a Catholic sacrament is: An efficacious sign of grace, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, by which we receive the life of God through the work of the Holy Spirit ◦Grace ◦Biblical Israel found its primary door to the sacred in… ◦Mystagogy Symbol Church as Sacrament }The seven sacraments may be placed into three groups… Baptism bapto–to dip or to immerse ◦Water is the essential element needed for baptism What does baptism do? Where does it come from? How has it developed
through history catechumenate When did Christians start baptizing infants? (Hint: we have always done so.) }Indelible Seal/Character Confirmation }In Hebrew Scriptures….____ is the one who is responsible for all that is good Messiah–The anointed one of God, acting with God’s power –Over time, the church realized he didn’t just possess God’s Spirit, but he shared in God’s divinity }Development Through History Confirmation is understood as affirming our baptism and strengthening our faith and our resolve to live the Gospel Chrismation our personal “Yes” to our earlier baptismal vows is essential for the Christian life – every day. }Eucharist (from Greek for thanksgiving)is the sacrament in which Jesus Christ gives his Body and Blood –himself –for us, so that we too might give ourselves to him in love communion }The celebration of the Eucharist is rooted in… }Christians have always celebrated the Lord’s Supper in ritual form ◦The oldest account comes from 1 Corinthians 11 Bread of Life
Discourse }Other Names for Eucharist }The celebration of the Mass/Divine Liturgy takes place in two main parts }Christ’s presence in the Eucharist }Transubstantiation }Historical Development The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life –we cannot be the Church without it |
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4/4 |
Quiz on Handout
on Sacraments of Reconciliation, Anointing Sick, Holy Orders and Marriage |
4/16 |
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4/4/12 |
For notes on
sacraments check here during
break. |
4/16 |
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4/16/12 |
Read Chapter 1
of Living Justice and Peace |
4/18 |
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4/18/12 |
Read pp. 40-63. |
4/20 |
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“Practicing Prophecy” Steps 1-3: Follow these steps in creating your “prophecy”, but you do not need to hand this in. Step 4: Write your speech beginning with the phrase “Thus
says the LORD:” or something similar.
Then speak in the first person just like the biblical prophets. You do not have to present the speech in
front of the class, simply hand it in.
Please type. Whether you write
in paragraph form (roughly a page) or in stanzas (closer to two pages) is
your decision. 25 points |
4/24 |
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4/20/12 |
Read the rest of
chapter 2. |
4/24 |
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4/24/12 |
§
Please type your answers in full sentences to
the following (due 4/30) p. 63, #9-12, p. 73, #13-17 |
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4/26/12 |
§ Please find the slides for chapter 1 and 2 here. § Test on May 3, 2012 |
5/3 |
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5/1/12 |
§ Attention – the reading, class notes, and Romero are all fair game for test content § There will be multiple choice, true/false, matching, and essay questions § Important points to review for the test: ú the root of suffering ú four responses to suffering ú the prophets (see handout and text) ú Jesus and the reign of God ú origins of modern CST ú examples of results of implementation of CST ú seven official themes of CST – in detail ú definitions/desciptions of 1. marginalization 2. subsidiarity 3. common good 4. liberation theology § plot and CST themes present in Romero |
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5/3/12 |
§ Read pp. 196-211 |
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5/7/12 |
§ Read pp. 212-221 for next class § If you’re feeling ambitious (due 5/11): ú Type answers to p. 211 #8-11 and p.220 #13-18 |
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5/9 |
§ REMINDER: Extra Credit papers on The Irresistible Revolution are due May 23. |
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5/11 |
§ Type answers to p. 211 #8-11 and p.220 #13-18 § Read pp.76-87 |
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5/15 |
§ Read the rest of chapter 3. |
5/17 |
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§ *** ALL MAKE UP EXAMS MUST BE COMPLETED BY 4 PM ON THURSDAY, MAY 17 OR YOU WILL RECEIVE A ZERO. *** |
5/17 |