PTS Catalogue - Princeton Theological Seminary

ET3320cr Vocation, Christian Tradition, and Contemporary Life
Exploration of the doctrine of vocation from the perspective of systematic theology
and Christian ethics. We will examine the theological concepts of “call” and
“vocation” through the eyes of historical figures (especially Luther, Calvin, and
Barth) and a variety of contemporary figures. Contemporary issues will include
vocational calling in both the church and the secular workplace, Christian use of
material goods, affirmative action, family life, and Christians in the military.
responsibility in the public realm.
Fall Semester, 2013–2014; Ms. Duff
ET3340cr Christian Ethics and Modern Times
An introduction to Christian moral norms, virtues, and practices, to the social ideals
that Christians confess, and to modern disputes over the substance of those ideals.
How shall we love our neighbors, show hospitality to strangers, bear the burdens
of sinners and enemies, and speak truth to power in these modern times? Are the
ideals of neighbor-love and prophetic justice compatible with the norms of liberal
democracy, with individual freedoms and equal rights, or not? Special attention
will be given to Christian attitudes toward sexuality, punishment, racial and gender
bias, war and nonviolence, economic inequality, and environmental decay.
responsibility in the public realm.
Fall Semester, 2013–2014; Mr. Bowlin
ET3347cr Issues in Medical Ethics
Drawing primarily on contemporary Christian ethicists, this course will explore
issues in medical ethics such as physician-patient relationship, suffering and
prayer, withdrawing and withholding life support, advance directives and funerals,
and mental health and developmental disabilities. Specific attention will be given
to theological reflections that can be brought to bear on these issues.
responsibility in the public realm.
Fall Semester, 2012–2013; Ms. Duff
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