T/RS 225 - (P) A Theology of Marriage

3 cr.

(Formerly T/RS 240 & T/RS 225Z) (Prerequisites: T/RS 121, T/RS 122)

This course will introduce students to the theology of marriage. It will focus on the distinctiveness of Christian marriage, its sacra mentality, marriage as a vocation and covenant, love and friendship in marriage, sex, singleness, family and children. Questions of the state of the institution of marriage in contemporary culture will also be discussed.