Theology
The Theology Department at St. Pius X Catholic High School focuses on the spiritual development of students, grounding all teaching in Catholic doctrine. We emphasize love, justice, honesty, freedom, and respect for each individual as children of God. Our goal is to foster a deep devotional life rooted in the Sacraments, encouraging students to embrace their unique vocations as part of God's will. We aim to develop students’ awareness of the earth's goods as gifts from God and promote active participation in the Catholic community.
COURSES
Basics of Catholicism
Provides a survey of essential Catholic tenets, focusing on the Nicene Creed, Trinity, Ecclesiology, and Scripture to develop a foundational understanding for future Theology courses.
Survey of Catholicism
Covers the same material as Basics of Catholicism; designed for students with little to no formal religious education. Encourages questions and discussions about Catholicism and the purpose of Theology classes.
Christian Life & Liturgy
Systematic overview of the sacramental life and Morality, emphasizing the Ten Commandments and Beatitudes and their application to modern moral questions.
Hebrew Scriptures
Historical and theological study of the Hebrew Bible, exploring creation, patriarchs, Mosaic Law, Kingdom of Israel, prophets, worship, and sacrifice, with a focus on the biblical roots of Christianity.
Christian Testament
Explores the scriptural roots of Catholic faith through the Gospels, Acts of the Apostles, and letters of Paul, aiming to deepen students' love and understanding of Jesus Christ.
History of Christianity
Traces the Catholic Church’s history from its origins to the Counter-Reformation, exploring theological traditions, socio-political relationships, and periods of ecclesial strife.
Catholicism and Major Faiths of the World
Examines the Catholic Church’s encounters with other major faith traditions, including Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and select East Asian Religions, comparing them with Catholic beliefs.
Apologetics and Life Ethics
Explains the reasonableness of Christian truths and explores ethical frameworks for contemporary issues, focusing on beginning-of-life and end-of-life decisions.
Catholic Social Teaching and Vocations
Examines topical social issues through the lens of Catholic teachings and assists students in discerning their vocations, whether single, married, or in religious life.
For more information, see the Course Catalog. [Page 11]
