Religion 1B

Research Paper 2

Directions: Choose ONE topic below.

1. Trace the development of the theology of Christ through the ancient ecumenical councils and reflect on how they developed the Church’s understanding of Jesus beyond the New Testament.

2. Examine the relationship between incarnation and atonement, focusing especially on Anselm’s idea of

satisfaction.

Textbooks:

• Mueller, J.J., ed. Theological Foundations: Concepts and Methods for Understanding the Christian Faith. Winona: Saint Mary’s Press, 2011. Print. ISBN-13: 9781599821016 ISBN-10: 159982101X

• Albl, Martin C. Reason, Faith, and Tradition: Explorations in Catholic Theology. Winona: Saint Mary’s Press, 2009.