L7250
Liturgical Rites
The unit Liturgical Rites builds on the Introduction to Worship with a particular focus on rites other than those of Christian initiation. It enables sacramental and non-sacramental Christian traditions to study the role of rites in their ecclesial life
Study Level |
Undergraduate |
|---|---|
Discipline |
Theology |
Sub Discipline |
Worship and Liturgy |
Credit Points |
9 |
Prerequisites |
L7100 Introduction to Christian Worship |
Exclusions |
Nil |
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this unit students will be able to:
- demonstrate a sound knowledge of history, structure, and symbolism of particular rites
- explain the spiritual richness and transformative power of liturgical rites
- employ a ritual framework to devise rites and sacramental expressions where required.
- Give appropriate pastoral expression to liturgical rites
- participate with greater intellectual and spiritual awareness in the worship and mysteries of the Church.