Theology

Overview

Through Theology at St. Mary’s University, we foster critical reflection on the Catholic faith and work that is open to ecumenism and inter-faith dialogue.

This course of study prepares lay men and women, as well as members of religious communities, to serve the Church in the Southwest.

Theology at St. Mary’s is rooted in Catholic tradition, but welcomes students of all backgrounds who share our commitment to the compatibility of faith and reason and the need for critical inquiry in the search of insight wherever it may be found. 

The Theology program is dedicated to the traditional Marianist values of:

• The importance of theological education
• Servant leadership
• Christian church communities living and growing in a family spirit

The faculty of the Theology Department will support students seeking internships in local parish communities or at the intersection of healthcare and Christian medical ethics. 

Career:

Our students have gone on to teach in Catholic parochial and high schools, to work in parish and diocesan administrative positions, and to serve as catechetical leaders.

Others have gone on to pursue doctoral work and then teach in colleges and universities.

Students often use their degrees for various church ministries, including religious education, or go on to pursue doctoral studies.