Religion and Philosophy
Students at Mount St. Joseph are encouraged in their pursuit of becoming whole, value-centered people through spiritual growth, personal experience, and opportunities for service. Four, yearlong courses provide the core learning in religion (a number of these courses are divided by course title and description into semester-long, one half credit courses). Spiritual development is found through liturgy, prayer, retreats, and experiential learning activities. Through the historical and biblical study of the roots of our faith, discussion and reflection on the Gospels, the exploration of the lives of Christian leaders, and the examination of the students’ own lives they build a foundation for their spiritual development. Major religions of the world are also studied. The opportunity to serve is found throughout our region where students learn to give back to the community that has helped shape them.
The study of the Church’s history is important in understanding the development of Western society and the Church’s role in shaping it. The goal of religious studies at the Academy is to give each student a glimpse into the rich history and faith of the Catholic Church and enable them to more fully understand the role it can play in their daily lives. Students learn and grow by studying the lives of committed Christians and by enrolling in approved service projects. Through a careful reading of texts, critical analysis, discussion, creative projects, and worship students will examine and grow in developing a faith they can call their own.
• Church History, Sacraments, and Moral Theology
• Hebrew Scriptures, Christology, and Christian Scriptures
• Social Justice and Ethics
• Philosophy and Theology of Love, Philosophy of Religion (grade 12)
