The Graduate Student is trained to be “Master” of the subject he/she studies. Such mastery is gained by the ability to look at the basic material critically and creatively. This study guide offers a scholarly orientation to approach the basic questions on History of Christianity such as "How has history come to take on its present approaches? How did the Church come to its present understanding of Jesus Christ? What role have lay persons played in the Church throughout history? Was the challenge of Luther a threat to establish a new church or reform the existing church? Why did Luther’s challenge take root in some countries and not in others? What is meant by saying the Pope is infallible? Is the community of believers also infallible? Why is the Pope considered a 'Head of State'? What did the Second Vatican Council aim to do?" The answers may not always be as clear as the questions. The role of a “master” of the subject is to carry on a... More > rational and scholarly discussion of the issues.< Less
