Essentials of Catholic Theology
About This Class
This course takes a systemic approach to explain the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and gives a comparative assessment to evangelical theology in the areas of salvation, Jesus, the church, eucharist, baptism, and Mariology.
The quotes that Dr. Allison is reading are from the Catechism of the Catholic Church, an official catechism approved by the Roman Catholic Church.
Recommended Reading:
Catechism of the Catholic Church, by U.S. Catholic Church
About the Professor
Gregg Allison
Dr. Allison has taught theology and church history for twenty-nine years at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and Western Seminary. He served with Campus Crusade for Christ (CRU) for 18 years, working in campus ministry and as a missionary in Italy and Switzerland.
Lessons
- Discover the theological and practical commonalities between Protestants and Roman Catholics in this lecture. Explore key differences in core principles and definitions of terms like grace, mercy, justification, and sacraments. Enhance your understanding and prepare for upcoming lectures.0% Complete
- Explore the foundational axioms of the Roman Catholic Church: the relationship between nature and grace, and the interconnection of Christ and the Church. Discover how these principles shape beliefs about God, creation, salvation, church services, and the afterlife.0% Complete
- 0% CompleteUnderstand the foundations of Roman Catholic teachings and beliefs. Learn about general and divine revelation, the role of the Bible, and the Magisterium's part in interpreting revelation. Understand why the Catholic Bible differs from the Protestant Bible for deeper theological insight.0% Complete
- 0% CompleteStudy the significance of the seven sacraments in the Roman Catholic Church. Learn how they are celebrated and their importance in Catholic theology. Understand "Christ's Pascal mystery" and why sacraments are central to the faith in this comprehensive course.0% Complete
- Explore the significance of the Eucharist in Roman Catholicism, its elements, and its transformative effect on believers. Understand the differences between Catholic and Protestant views on the Lord's Supper.0% Complete
- 0% CompleteDiscover what Roman Catholic theology teaches about salvation. Understand the roles of law, grace, justification, and merit. Learn about remission of sins, regeneration, and sanctification within the Church's framework.0% Complete
- 0% CompleteExplore why Mary is central to Roman Catholic liturgy and theology with Dr. Allison. Discover how Mariology shapes Catholic faith and worship, and compare this with Protestant views.0% Complete
Class Resources
Recommended Books
Essentials of Catholic Theology - Student Guide
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