Theology and Religious Studies
Then and now. Here in Boston and around the world. Rooted in Catholicism and open to the world.
At Emmanuel, our students delve into the richness and diversity of the human encounter with the sacred from the ancient past to the present day. Because religion plays a central role in human culture, religious literacy is critical for anyone wishing to understand our rapidly globalizing world. The academic study of theology and religion allows students to understand and analyze the many ways humans have sought to understand the purpose of existence, the destiny of the universe and what it means to live a good life.
Our courses span a broad range, engage all religious with openness and respect and invite students to think critically and creatively about how religious traditions have shaped our world. Courses frequently consider questions about poverty, ecology and human rights and emphasize experiential and service learning and social justice.
Department Highlights
Hines Speaks on "Testament of Mary"
Professor of Theology Mary Hines took part in the New Repertory Theater's Spotlight Symposium Series, in which artists, academics and other experts discuss ideas related to the featured play. On February 7, 2016, following "The Testament of Mary," Dr. Hines served as a panelist on the topic "Studying Mary: Questions of Faith," moderated by WBUR senior education editor Louise Kennedy.
Fr. Leclerc Speaks on Gospel of Luke
Associate Professor of Theology + Religious Studies and department chair Fr. Thomas Leclerc, M.S., gave a three-part presentation on the Gospel of Luke for the Adult Education program at St. John the Evangelist Church in Cambridge, Mass., in February 2016: 1) Luke and His Gospel; 2) Major Themes in Luke's Gospel; 3) The Passion according to Luke.
Johnston Releases New Book
Assistant Professor of Theology + Religious Studies Laurie Johnston's new book, Can War Be Just in the 21st Century?, has been published by Orbis Books. She also attended the Society of Christian Ethics Annual Meeting in Toronto in January.
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Emmanuel's Theology + Religious Studies faculty are engaged teacher-scholars with a wide range of interests, from the Hebrew prophet to liberation theology. They teach courses which draw on ancient traditions, but also invite their students to experience contemporary societies through travel courses and service-learning.
Meet Our FacultyRecent News
Dr. Laurie Johnston Awarded Fulbright U.S. Scholar Grant to Research and Teach in Belgium
Professor Johnston to study the integration of Muslim students in Catholic educa...
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Southern Africa: Religion, Gender and AIDS
For two weeks in May 2015, 10 students traveled to Africa for the service-learni...
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Hines '66 Elected to Lead Catholic Theological Society
Dr. Mary Hines '66, Professor of Theology, was recently elected Vice President o...
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