Facing Anti-Judaism in Parish Ministry

3 credits

Despite the best of intentions, issues of anti-Judaism can still arise in parish ministry. This course will help students better understand the issue of anti-Judaism, why this issue is still relevant for churches today, and how to develop strategies for dealing with it. After learning how the teaching of the church has developed since the Second Vatican Council, this class will look at issues related to scriptural interpretation and proclamation, liturgy and hymnody, and catechesis. Other topics will include blended Jewish and Christian families and strategies for strengthening solidarity with Jews, even when local communities are not present.