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Archived Version 2019 - 2020
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Description Ecumenism provides an introduction to the history of ecumenism, with particular reference to the ecumenical movement in the twentieth century. The module also examines the cultural context, spirituality and understanding of the Eucharist in the Anglican, Orthodox, and Methodist traditions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Know and understand the history of the ecumenical movement; 2. Study the history of the 11th century schism and of the 16th century reformation; 3. Know the main contributors to the modern ecumenical movement; 4. Assess the role of the mainline Christian churches in ecumenism in Ireland and Europe; 5. Assess a wide range of documentation based on ecumenical dialogue; 6. Understand the cultural context, spirituality and the Eucharist in the Anglican, Orthodox and Methodist traditions; 7. Study the history of the 11th century schism and of the 16th century reformation; 8. Understand the history of Catholic ecumenism, the main contributors to Catholic ecumenism, the contribution of Vatican II and the modern Popes and other Christian Leaders / Pastors to ecumenism. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities HistoryOutline and assess the history of the ecumenical movement, with particular reference to the contribution of Vatican II.EucharistAn assessment of the central doctrine of the Eucharist; know and understand the current status of agreement between the Christian churches.Cultural BackgroundOutline and assess the cultural context for Methodism, Anglicanism and Orthodoxy in Ireland.SpiritualityOutline and assess the role of spirituality in Methodism, Anglicanism and Orthodoxy. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 30421, Vatican Document, Vatican, 1993, DIRECTORY FOR THE APPLICATION OF PRINCIPLES AND NORMS ON ECUMENISM, http://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/pontifical_councils/chrstuni/documents/rc_pc_chrstuni_doc_25031993, 30422, Vatican Document, 1964, DECREE ON ECUMENISM UNITATIS REDINTEGRATIO, http://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_decree_19641121_unit, 30423, Website, British Methodist Website, 0, His presence makes the Feast, Available at: : http://www.methodist.org.uk/, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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