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Dear Friends of the Institute of Religious Studies:April 2012His EminenceTimothy Cardinal Dolan, D.D., Ph.D.Archbishop of New YorkPresident, Board of Trustees, St. Joseph’s Seminary andCollegeMost Reverend Gerald Walsh, D.D.Auxiliary Bishop and RectorWilliam McCafferty, M.A., J.D.DeanReverend Kevin O'Reilly, S.T.D.Academic DeanMs. Veronica JacobAdministrative Assistant and RegistrarOffice Hours:Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.Phone: (914) 367-8280 (Dean)(914) 367-8281 (Registrar)Fax: (914) 966-1490E-Mail: SJSIRS@archny.orgInstitute of Religious StudiesSt. Joseph=s Seminary and CollegeInstitute of Religious Studies Building201 Seminary AvenueYonkers, NY 10704-1896The Institute of Religious Studies, as part of St. Joseph=sSeminary and College, is accredited by the New YorkState Department of Education, the Middle StatesAssociation of Colleges and Schools, and the Associationof Theological Schools in the United States and Canada.As you may know, the Institute of Religious Studies is beingconsolidated into the Seminary of the Immaculate Conceptionin Huntington, Long Island to be effective at the beginning ofthe Fall 2012 semester. Fortunately, our students maycontinue to attend their classes here at Dunwoodie though theadministration of the Institute's programs will be fromImmaculate Conception. In addition, those Institute studentswho have completed 50% of their course requirements by theend of this Summer session will be permitted to obtain theirgraduate degrees from St. Joseph's Seminary if they completetheir academic requirements for the degree by the end of 2016.The expanded program at Immaculate Conception permits thetri-diocesan community of Brooklyn, Rockville Centre andNew York to obtain MA degrees in theology and pastoralstudies and requires 39 credits of academic work to earn thedegrees. We feel that it will offer a more comprehensiveprogram of adult education to our laity, religious and clergy inthe southern New York area providing new times and days forclasses and new methods of instruction.Thus, this Summer's program offered by the Instituterepresents the final program to be presented to ourArchdiocesan community before the aforementionedconsolidation becomes effective. The courses selected for youremain most interesting and significant in the analytic study ofour Faith. Please join us here.We are extremely proud of the dedicated students who haveattended the Institute since its inception in 1977 and especiallythe more than 650 graduates who have gone forward to teachand defend the Church and its truths throughout this time.May God continue to bless all of you!William McCaffertyDeanThis brochure was prepared on the basis of the information available at thetime of publication. Therefore, specific statements, including fees, dates,course offerings and professors may be subject to further change withoutnotice.-1-

THE INSTITUTEThe Institute of Religious Studies is the graduatetheological studies branch of St. Joseph=s Seminary andCollege open to qualified laity, religious and clergy.The Institute offers graduate courses in sacred scripture,liturgy and theology, faithful to the Church Magisterium,to serve either as preparatory or ongoing formation forthose actively involved in the work of the Church or asdoctrinal formation for those who wish to deepen theirknowledge of the Catholic faith through systematicstudy.The Institute offers two programs of study: a Master=s(M.A.) degree in Religious Studies and a Post-Master=scertificate in Religious Studies. In addition, nonmatriculatedand auditing students are welcome to takecourses at the Institute.Courses are offered at the Institute=s principal campus atSt. Joseph's Seminary and College in Yonkers and atCathedral High School in the Cardinal Cooke CatholicCenter, 1011 First Avenue, New York City.ADMISSIONMASTER=S (M.A.) PROGRAMApplicants must possess a bachelor=s degree, havingcompleted a minimum of 18 credit hours in philosophy,theology or religious studies. Persons possessing abachelor=s degree, who have not completed theprerequisite credit hours in philosophy, theology orreligious studies, are able to satisfy the requirement bycompleting a variety of courses for credit at the Institute.In addition, a limited number of credits may berecognized for this purpose from certain educationalexperiences of an applicant. Such persons are nonmatriculatedstudents during this period and mustconsult with the dean of the Institute for this type ofrecognition.A maximum of six (6) credits from other recognizedgraduate theological programs may be accepted fortransfer in the M.A. degree program with the dean’spermission. Further recognition of transfer creditsrequires the specific approval of the dean.-2-APPLICATION TO THE M.A. PROGRAMThose interested in applying for the M.A. program willbe required to:1. Be interviewed by the dean of the Institute.2. Submit a completed application obtained from theInstitute Office at Dunwoodie together with anon-refundable $50.00 application fee.3. Include with the application a typed, one-pagestatement explaining the applicant's motivation forgraduate theological study.4. Request that official transcripts, from each undergraduateand graduate institution attended, be sentdirectly to the Institute.5. Request letters of recommendation from twoindividuals familiar with the academic backgroundand abilities of the applicant.REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DEGREECandidates for the Master of Arts degree in ReligiousStudies must complete 30 credits (ten courses), maintaina minimum cumulative B grade point average and pass awritten comprehensive examination at the end of theprogram. Only students with a minimum cumulative Bgrade point average will be permitted to take thecomprehensive examination.All candidates are required to take the following four(4) introductory core courses: Sacred Scripture;Liturgy; Dogmatic Theology; and Fundamental MoralTheology.In addition to the aforementioned core courses,candidates must take one (1) required course in theirselected program concentration as listed in the StudentHandbook. Program concentrations available to thecandidates include Dogma; Liturgy; and SacredScripture. All candidates must take four (4) additionalcourses in the area of their concentration and a fifthcourse of their choice. Candidates must complete thedegree requirements within seven (7) years from the startof their matriculation in the program or request anextension from the dean. The specific requirements forthe M.A. degree program are listed in the StudentHandbook which is available upon request.-3-

POST-MASTER’S CERTIFICATE PROGRAMThe Institute offers three Post-Master=s certificates-inSacred Scripture; Systematic Theology; and EcclesialHistory. The certificate program provides an opportunityfor those who already possess a graduate theologicaldegree either to deepen their knowledge of a previouscompetency or to undertake an extensive study of a newarea of theology.ADMISSIONCandidates for a Post-Master=s certificate must possessa master=s degree in religious studies, theology or arelated field with a minimum cumulative grade pointaverage of B. The candidate must have 12 graduatecredits in the area in which the certificate will bepursued. (For example, those applying for the certificatein Systematic Theology must have 12 graduate credits inthat general area of theology.) Candidates lacking the 12credits may satisfy them through course work for creditat the Institute prior to beginning the certificate program.APPLICATION TO THE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMThe application process for the certificate program is thesame as for the M.A. degree above. However, thestatement of motivation may be omitted for Institutegraduates and the Institute maintains the academictranscripts of Institute graduates.REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CERTIFICATECandidates in the Post-Master=s certificate programmust complete 18 credits (six courses) while maintaininga minimum cumulative B grade point average. Of those18 credits, three courses (9 credits) are required by theInstitute. Candidates must complete the certificateprogram requirements within five (5) years ofenrollment or request an extension from the dean.Specific requirements for the certificate program arelisted in the Student Handbook which is available onrequest.COURSE REQUIREMENTSTo receive credit for a course at the Institute, a studentmust complete the course requirements established bythe professor. These will normally include examinationsand might include short papers. Since graduate work isresearch-oriented, every course will require a 15-pageresearch paper.AUDITORSApplicants are welcome to audit courses at the Institute.Auditors are not subject to examinations or writtenassignments and, accordingly, do not receive academiccredit. However, they should keep up with coursereadings. Each professor retains the discretion todetermine auditors= class participation.-4--5-

SCHEDULE OF TUITION AND FEESTUITIONCredit courses-per course............. $800.00Audit - per course.......................... $400.00FEESApplication ................................... $ 50.00Registration (per semester)............. $ 50.00Graduation ..................................... $225.00All tuition and fees for studies at the Institute are due in full on the day ofcourse registration. Personal checks are accepted as well as Master Card andVisa credit cards.2012 CALENDAR(Please check subsequent semester brochures and officialannouncements for subsequent calendar changes.)MAY03- Final Spring 2012 Semester classes12- Commencement Exercises, 4:30 p.m.Saints Peter and Paul Chapel,Saint Joseph's Seminary and College17- Ascension Thursday: office closed28- Memorial Day: office closed29- Summer 2012 Session classes begin*29-31- Registrations: 5-6:30 p.m.*JUNE11- Deadline for changing Spring 2012 Semesterincomplete gradesJULY04- Independence Day: office closed; no classes17- Comprehensive Examination (Part 1): 9 a.m.-12 noon19- Comprehensive Examination (Part 2): 9 a.m.-12 noon31- Final Summer 2012 Session classesAUGUST02 & 08- Final Summer 2012 Session classes09-31-No classes; office opened during weekdaysSEPTEMBER03- Labor Day: office closed05- Fall 2012 Semester classes begin*05-11- Dunwoodie registrations: 5-7 p.m.*06- Manhattan registration: 5-6 p.m.*10- Deadline for changing Summer 2012 Sessionincomplete grades* Students register one hour before their first scheduledclass.-6--7-

2012 CALENDAR (CONTINUED)OCTOBER01- Deadline for requests to take February/March 2013Comprehensive Examination08- Columbus Day: office closed; classes heldNOVEMBER01- All Saints Day: office closed; classes held21-25- Thanksgiving recess: office closed; no classesDECEMBER17-20- Final Fall 2012 Semester classesSUMMER 2012 AT A GLANCE(All courses are open to non-matriculated students andauditors.)TUESDAYSDunw- Modern Systematic Christology (DS 350)Dunw- The Holy Spirit (DS 303)Dunw- American Church History (DH 511)WEDNESDAYSDunw- Benedict XVI: Life and Works (DS 342)Dunw- The Spirituality of Love and Relationships(DP 620)Dunw- The Gospel of Mark (SS 126)THURSDAYSDunw- The Problem of Evil (DS 353)Dunw- Minor Prophets of the Old Testament (SS 113)Dunw- Principles of Liturgical Music(DC 776/LS 211)LEGENDDunw- Institute of Religious Studies BuildingSt. Joseph's Seminary and College,Dunwoodie, Yonkers-9--8-

TUESDAYS- MAY 29-JULY 31DS 350-Modern Systematic ChristologyThis course will review the major developments inChristology since the Enlightenment and discuss themajor themes which characterize modern reflectionupon the mystery of Jesus Christ. Among the topicsto be discussed will be the relationship betweenFaith and History, the Divine and Human Naturesof Christ, and the Incarnation and the HypostaticUnion, the Virginal Conception, Jesus' HumanConsciousness and Human Knowledge, the PaschalMystery, Redemption, Expiation and Christ asUniversal Savior. Special focus will be placed uponrecent documents of the Magisterium and thewritings of Pope John Paul II and Pope BenedictXVI. (M.A.: Dogma concentration or elective;Certificate: Systematic Theology)3 credits 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Professor: Rev. Kevin O'Reilly, S.T.D.,Professor of Dogmatic Theology;Academic Dean,St. Joseph's Seminary and College;Institute of Religious StudiesDS 303-The Holy SpiritThis course will study the development of theChurch’s teachings on the Holy Spirit. It willexamine the function of the Spirit as expressed inScripture; a description of the Spirit arrived atduring the Patristic Period, especially in thetheology of St. Augustine; the filioque question andresponses found in Latin and Greek theologies; andan understanding of the gifts of the Holy Spirit inscholastic theology, especially that of St. ThomasAquinas. The course will also explore the basis forthe creedal formulae on the Holy Spirit found in theCouncils, especially the Council of Trent and theFirst and Second Vatican Councils, in the encyclical-10-TUESDAYS (CONTINUED)Dominum et Vivificantem, and in the Catechism ofthe Catholic Church. (M.A.: Dogma concentrationor elective; Certificate: Systematic Theology orEcclesial History)3 credits 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Professor: Rev. Kenneth Grande, M. Div., M.A.AdministratorDivine Mercy ParishBrooklyn, NYDH 511-American Church HistoryThis survey of American Catholic Church historywill familiarize students with the complexity ofproblems facing the Church in the New World.Through eras of discovery, exploitation, andcolonization, there are different evolutions in theSpanish, French, and English arcs of influence.Initial antipathy towards Roman Catholicism in “thethirteen colonies” ironically embraces the vibrant,though small, Catholic community. Through thecolonial, federal, and frontier epochs, the Churchadvances westward and increases in population, therole of Catholics and their hierarchy in the War ofIndependence and the Civil War will ordain them astrue patriots.Immigration and urbanism will be hallmarks of theChurch story of expansion. “Cultural pluralism” vs.“the melting pot” will be emphasized in the role ofthe Catholic school system. The orthodoxy of theCatholic Church proves challenging in a societylargely un-churched, overwhelmingly humanistic,and tainted with recurring elements of modernism.The growth of the Catholic Church in the UnitedStates is a phenomenon extending beyond nationalgrowth. (M.A.: Dogma concentration or elective;Certificate: Ecclesial History)3 credits 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Professor: Dr. Patrick McNamara, Ph.D.,Adjunct Professor of Church History,St. Joseph's Seminary and College;Institute of Religious Studies;Archival Manager,Archdiocesan Archives

WEDNESDAYS- MAY 30-AUGUST 8DS 342-Benedict XVI: Life and WorksThough the papacy of this Shepherd is young andfew pronouncements have been made, he has madegreat contributions to the Church's selfunderstanding.To grasp the significance of thesolemn conclave's choice, primary sources will beread concerning the Pope's teachings on liturgy,eschatology, inter-religious dialogue, mission andother major areas of concern. These works willpermit the student to go beyond the biographicalpicture and take note of the heart of a man, a priest,a theologian, a bishop, a Pope. (M.A.: Dogmaconcentration or elective; Certificate: SystematicTheology).3 credits 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Professor: Rev. Brian McWeeney, D. Min.,Administrator,St. Michael's Parish,New York, NYDirector,Archdiocesan Adult Faith FormationDP 620-The Spirituality of Love and RelationshipsThis course has three parts: 1) pre-Christian andChristian and texts on "love": as romance; asfriendship; as divine charity; 2) data in the humansciences regarding what "works" (and what isn't) insecuring, nourishing-or threatening-relationships,individual, communal and spiritual; 3) the"spirituality of communion" which Blessed JohnPaul the Great insisted in Tertio MillennioInveniente be the spirituality of the ThirdMillennium. Texts include those dealing with:Male-Female Relationships Revisited: What'sworking and what's not in North Americaaccording to the data. "Why Can't I FindSomeone?" How do I "stay" married? What menwant, what women want? Is there a theoretically-12-WEDNESDAYS (CONTINUED)ideal family size? Gender Identity Issues. Whatrole- if any- does a community play in humanflourishing generally? What is the spirituality ofcommunion, and what nourishes or diminishes it?(M.A.: Dogma concentration or elective)3 credits 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Professor: Peter Mango, Ph.D.,Adjunct Professor of DogmaticTheology, Institute of Religious StudiesSS 126-The Gospel of MarkA general introduction to the Gospel according toMark. Critical and theological exegesis of theGospel. (M.A.: Sacred Scripture concentration orelective; Certificate: Sacred Scripture)3 credits 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Professor: Dr. Enrique Aguilar-Chiu, S.S.D.,Adjunct Professor of Sacred Scripture,St. Joseph's Seminary and College:Scripture Editor,Paulist Press,Mahwah, NJTHURSDAYS-MAY 31-AUGUST 2DS 353-The Problem of EvilThe problem of evil is often described as the mostdifficult obstacle to belief in God and an intractablepastoral challenge for the Church andevangelization. The difficulty of reconciling faithin an omnipotent and all-loving God with theexistence of evil and seemingly senseless sufferinghas plagued philosophers, artists, authors, poets andtheologians for millennia. In this course, afteroutlining the history of the problem and analyzingvarious secular theodicies, we will study howScripture and the Catholic tradition have addressedthe question of evil from the Book of Job to John-13-

THURSDAYS (CONTINUED)Paul II and Benedict XVI, with particular focus onthe mystery of Christ's redemptive suffering on theCross. (M.A.: Dogma concentration or elective;Certificate: Systematic Theology or EcclesialHistory)3 credits 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Professor: Rev. Kevin O'Reilly, S.T.D.,Professor of Dogmatic Theology;Academic Dean,St. Joseph's Seminary and College;Institute of Religious StudiesSS 113-Minor Prophets of the Old TestamentThis course will work systematically through thetwelve Old Testament books known as "The MinorProphets" with the intent of understanding themessage of each work in its historical context, aswell as its relevance to the New Testament and itsvalue for believers today. The course will examineeach book individually while also seeking to findconnections among the words of the variousprophets that seem to follow a formula that movesfrom sin to judgment to repentance to promise ofrestoration or salvation. The course will alsoexplore the overarching themes of social justice andfaithfulness to the covenant (to God) that pervadesall the biblical prophets. (M.A.: Sacred Scriptureconcentration or elective; Certificate: SacredScripture)THURSDAYS (CONTINUED)DC 776/LS 211-Principles of Liturgical MusicThis course will explore the principles which haveguided the use of music in the liturgies of theRoman Catholic Church. Beginning with the pre-Christian roots of music, the course will present thehistory and legislation of liturgical music up to thepresent day. Particular focus will be placed on thepertinent ecclesial documentation of the twentiethand twenty-first centuries, and the appraisal andselection of music for use in current workshop.(M.A.: Liturgy concentration or elective)3 credits 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Professor: Rev. Matthew Ernest, S.T.D.,Parochial Vicar,Immaculate Heart of Mary ChurchScarsdale, NY3 credits 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Professor: Professor Robert Huber, M.A.,Adjunct Professor of Sacred Scripture,Institute of Religious Studies;Coauthor of The Bible: A History-14--15-

DIRECTIONS TO DUNWOODIEFROM THE SOUTHFrom New York City- Take Major Deegan north,leading into New York State Thruway. After YonkersRaceway, exit right at Mile Square Road. Proceed tolight and make a left turn under the Thruway onto MileSquare Road. Proceed up the hill, which ends atSeminary Avenue. St. Joseph’s Seminary and Collegefaces you. Make a left turn onto Seminary Avenue toapproach the main gate of the Seminary (which is on theright side). Once inside the gate, proceed left around thecircle to the visitors parking area. The Institute buildingis located around the right side of the Seminary building.From Long Island- Take Whitestone Bridge toHutchinson River Parkway North. Continue to Exit 13,Cross County Parkway West. The highway narrows tothree lanes, look for divided road. Take right forklooking for Exit 4S, Central Avenue South. Uponexiting, stay parallel with New York State Thruway onthe left (Do not enter Thruway!). Bear right.Go to the first traffic light and make a right turn ontoMile Square Road. Proceed up the hill, which ends atSeminary Avenue. St. Joseph’s Seminary and Collegefaces you. Make a left turn onto Seminary Avenue toapproach the main gate of the Seminary (which is on theright side). Once inside the gate, proceed left around thecircle to the visitors parking area. The Institute buildingis located around the right side of the Seminary building.FROM THE NORTHFrom Upstate New York-Take New York Thruwaysouth to Central Avenue, Mile Square Road Exit. Afterexiting, go to first traffic light and make a right turn ontoMile Square Road. Proceed up the hill, which ends atSeminary Avenue. St. Joseph's Seminary and Collegefaces you. Make a left turn onto Seminary Avenue toapproach the main gates of the Seminary (which is onthe right side). Once inside the gate, proceed left aroundthe circle to the visitors parking area. The Institutebuilding is located around the right side of the Seminarybuilding.(Directions Continued)-16-(Directions Continued)PUBLIC TRANSPORTATIONFROM THE SOUTHMetro North – Harlem LineTo Mount Vernon West station. Take the #7 YonkersAvenue bus to Seminary Avenue. Proceed up SeminaryAvenue for three blocks. The Seminary is on the left.The Institute building is located around the right side ofthe Seminary building.Woodlawn #4 SubwayTo Bedford Park Boulevard stop. Take the #20/21 Bee-Line bus to Yonkers and Central Avenues (Raceway).Transfer to the #7 Yonkers Avenue bus to SeminaryAvenue. Proceed up Seminary Avenue for three blocks.The Seminary is on the left. The Institute building islocated around the right side of the Seminary building.242nd Street - #1 SubwayAt last stop (Van Cortlandt Park Avenue), take #1 or #2Broadway bus to Getty Square (Yonkers.) Transfer tothe #7 Yonkers Avenue bus to Seminary Avenue.Proceed up Seminary Avenue for three blocks. TheSeminary is on the left. The Institute building is locatedaround the right side of the Seminary building.Westchester County Express Bus - BXM4CPicks up passengers on Madison Avenue in New YorkCity. Exit bus at Yonkers and Central Avenues.Transfer to the #7 Yonkers Avenue bus to SeminaryAvenue. Proceed up Seminary Avenue for three blocks.The Seminary is on the left. The Institute building islocated around the right side of the Seminary building.COMMENCEMENT MASS, EXERCISE ANDRECEPTIONSATURDAY, MAY 12, 20124:30 P.M.Chapel of Saints Peter and PaulSaint Joseph’s Seminary and CollegeDunwoodie, Yonkers, NY```````````````````````-17-

In Sincere AppreciationAs many of you know, the important work of theInstitute of Religious Studies is significantly subsidizedby the Archdiocese in order to offer graduate programsin theology, scripture and liturgy to the Archdiocesanfamily at a most reasonable cost.The Institute is also in the debt of the followingbenefactors. May the Holy Spirit continue to bless themfor their commitment to the study of their Faith!James P. Costello (Graduate)Matthew Gliatta (Graduate)William McCafferty (Graduate and Dean)Charlotte Phillips Foundation(Marjorie Gilbert, Student)Mauro Pittaro (Graduate)Estate of Monsignor Michael J. Wrenn(Founder and Dean)(Those interested in making donations to the work of theInstitute may contact its dean. Donations may be madeby check or credit card.)PRE-REGISTRATION FORMFOR STUDENTS********PLEASE USE THIS FORM TO PRE-REGISTER.(NEW STUDENTS MAY CALL THE OFFICE FOR ANAPPLICATION AND TO ARRANGE ANAPPOINTMENT WITH THE DEAN)______________________________________________________________Name_______________________________________________________________Address___________________________________________________________City State Zip___________________________________________________________Home PhoneBusiness___________________________________________________________Cell Phone Fax Number E-Mail Address1. _________________________________________________________Course NumberCourse Name2. _________________________________________________________Course NumberCourse NameMail to: Institute of Religious StudiesSt. Joseph=s Seminary and CollegeInstitute of Religious Studies Building201 Seminary AvenueYonkers, NY 10704-1896Phone: (914) 367-8280 (Dean)(914) 367-8281 (Registrar)Fax: (914) 966-1490E-mail: SJSIRS@archny.org-18-

MASTER OFARTS DEGREEANDPOST-MASTER=SCERTIFICATESINRELIGIOUSSTUDIESSUMMER201236th YEAROF SERVICETO THENEW YORKARCHDIOCESE______________________Institute of Religious StudiesSt. Joseph’s Seminary andCollegeInstitute of Religious StudiesBuilding201 Seminary AvenueYonkers, NY 10704-1896______________________914-367-8280 (Dean)914-367-8281(Registrar)914-966-1490 (fax)SJSIRS@archny.org