PROGRAMS OF STUDY
THE RELIGIOUS STUDIES INSTITUTE
Beginning in 1982, Saint Joseph Seminary College entered upon an agreement with the Diocese of Baton Rouge to offer college credit courses for qualified participants in the Religious Studies Institute.
The following is a college-level program designed for the lay or religious Catholic Christian leader. Integrated throughout the program are opportunities for growth in the practical as well as spiritual components of Church service.
The Institute's goals are to offer training in ministry and leadership for parish lay leaders; to form, guide and support the lay person who desires to make a long-term commitment as a Church lay minister; to enable the lay person, through prayer and discernment; to develop a deepening sense of love and service, obedience and self-giving in relationship with God; and to provide college-level courses for the development of individual ministries.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Courses are open to all adults 18 years or older who are accepted by the Religious Studies Institute of Baton Rouge. Applicants must complete the following in order to satisfy the admissions process:
INTENSIVE WEEKEND COURSES
The Institute's term runs from late August to early May. Two-and three-credit hour courses meet approximately once a month on eleven Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bishop Robert Tracy Center, 1800 South Acadian Thruway, Baton Rouge. Minimum class size is twelve, and the maximum class size is forty.
TUITION
Tuition is $57 per semester hour. For class schedules, admissions forms, and other information contact Saint Joseph Seminary College or write to Religious Studies Institute, Diocese of Baton Rouge, P.O. Box 2028, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70821-2028.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
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THE RELIGIOUS STUDIES INSTITUTE
Beginning in 1982, Saint Joseph Seminary College entered upon an agreement with the Diocese of Baton Rouge to offer college credit courses for qualified participants in the Religious Studies Institute.
The following is a college-level program designed for the lay or religious Catholic Christian leader. Integrated throughout the program are opportunities for growth in the practical as well as spiritual components of Church service.
The Institute's goals are to offer training in ministry and leadership for parish lay leaders; to form, guide and support the lay person who desires to make a long-term commitment as a Church lay minister; to enable the lay person, through prayer and discernment; to develop a deepening sense of love and service, obedience and self-giving in relationship with God; and to provide college-level courses for the development of individual ministries.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Courses are open to all adults 18 years or older who are accepted by the Religious Studies Institute of Baton Rouge. Applicants must complete the following in order to satisfy the admissions process:
- Complete application form.
- Official copy of high school transcripts or equivalent and official copies of transcripts of all work done at post-secondary institutions.
- Applicants wishing to take courses without meeting the full requirements for admission may apply for special student or non-credential status. Previous academic records are not required.
INTENSIVE WEEKEND COURSES
The Institute's term runs from late August to early May. Two-and three-credit hour courses meet approximately once a month on eleven Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bishop Robert Tracy Center, 1800 South Acadian Thruway, Baton Rouge. Minimum class size is twelve, and the maximum class size is forty.
TUITION
Tuition is $57 per semester hour. For class schedules, admissions forms, and other information contact Saint Joseph Seminary College or write to Religious Studies Institute, Diocese of Baton Rouge, P.O. Box 2028, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70821-2028.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
| FIRST YEAR | CREDIT | |||
| RSBR 10 | Old Testament | 3 | ||
| RSBR 11 | New Testament | 2 | ||
| RSBR 12 | The Spirituality of Vatican Council II | 2 | ||
| SECOND YEAR | ||||
| RSBR 20 | The Catechism of the Catholic Church | 2 | ||
| RSBR 21 | Basic Catholic Doctrine | 2 | ||
| RSBR 22 | Church History | 3 | ||
| THIRD YEAR | ||||
| RSBR 30 | The Catholic Spiritual Tradition & Prayer | 2 | ||
| RSBR 31 | Moral Decision Making | 3 | ||
| RSBR 32 | Liturgical Studies | 2 | ||
| Total Program Credit Hours: | 21 | |||
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