HDS 2110
Power, Politics, and the Female Religious Life
Gemma Betros
Description
This course examines Catholic female religious communities in Europe and beyond from the sixteenth century to the present. It explores how patterns of growth and decline were tied to the political imperatives of Church and state, and debates questions of female spirituality, vocation, and secularization.
Enrollment Limited: Limited to 15 students. Instructor's permission required.
Open to BTI Students: Yes
Scheduling
0.50 credits
Spring 2013
Mon 12pm-2pm
Divinity Hall Room 106
Relationship to Program Requirements
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| MDiv Art(s) of Ministry | None |
| Language Course Designation(s) | None |

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