The course offers an introduction to Old Catholic theology in its ecumenical context. Old Catholic theology is understood as the main theological currents that exist in the Union of Utrecht of Old Catholic Churches. The topics covered by the course include the following: History of Old Catholicism, spirituality, ecumenism, canon law and ecclesiology, liturgy, and systematic theology.

Period
14-07-2014 - 18-07-2014 (1 weeks)

Target group
- Students of theology interested in Old Catholicism and ecumenism. - Clergy and theologians interested in Old Catholicism and ecumenism.- Laypersons with formal or informal theological training interesting in Old Catholicism and ecumenism.The course is of specific interest for students with Anglican, Orthodox, Lutheran, Old Catholic, and ecumenical backgrounds.

Course aim
The goals of the course are, the following; upon completing the course:- The student will be familiar with central aspects of Old Catholic identity and theology.- The student will be able to contextualize Old Catholic theology within the broader spectrum of theology and religious studies.- The student will be able to undertake further independent study of aspects of Old Catholic theology.



Credits
2.0 ECTS credits

Course fee
EUR 600[Convert to USD] 600 - Course + course materials + housing

Course leader
Peter-Ben Smit

Utrecht University
Address: PO BOX 80148
Postal code: 3508 TC
City: Utrecht
Country: Netherlands
Website: http://www.utrechtsummerschool.nl
E-mail: summerschool@uu.nl
Phone: 0031302534400