Religion

- At the heart of Loyola’s mission is our commitment to forming students in the rich traditions and teachings of the Catholic faith. The Religion Department provides a comprehensive four-year curriculum designed to deepen students’ understanding of Catholic Christianity, foster moral and spiritual growth, and inspire a lifelong relationship with God.
  Throughout all courses, students are challenged to grow in faith, respect other beliefs, and live as men and women for others, grounded firmly in the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Religious Studies I
  Religious Studies I (CP) – 9th
  1.0 credit
  Prerequisite: none
  Freshman Religion includes a general overview of Catholic Christianity and the Traditions that are espoused at Loyola College Prep. Topics and subjects covered include: Biblical interpretation; Old and New Testament typology; The Mass; the introductory History, Structure, Traditions and Practices of the Catholic Church; Sacraments; Personal Responsibility; Morality; Decision Making; and Prayer.
- Religious Studies II
  Religious Studies II (CP) – 10th
  1.0 credit
  Prerequisite: Religious Studies I
  Sophomore Religion focuses semester one on the Old Testament, highlighting God’s revelation of Himself to the Israelites. Semester two covers the New Testament with emphasis on the Gospels, studying the Mission of Jesus and The Kingdom of God. Course objective is to enrich the students’ knowledge of the Bible through readings, passage identification, location of Old Testament Prophesies and Sacrament foundations, and familiarity of Biblical stories.
- Religious Studies III
  Religious Studies III (CP) – 11th
  1.0 credit
  
  Prerequisite: Religious Studies II
  Junior Religion uses curriculum from Our Sunday Visitor and has adopted the textbooks The Way and The Fountain of Life. Students are taken through the Seven Sacraments of the Catholic Church. They also explore moral laws, concepts, and precepts to show students how they can discern God’s plan for their lives.
- Religious Studies IV
  Religious Studies IV (CP) – 12th
  1.0 credit
  Prerequisite: Religious Studies III
  Senior Religion’s objective is to educate and encourage students to view theology from a mature perspective, incorporating knowledge into comprehension with appropriate application for adulthood. We focus on elevating their ability to evaluate the world around them and determine the criteria that must be met to ensure a productive, positive life that does not conflict with the dogmas and doctrines of their Faith. Subjects include the teaching of Catholic Social Justice, History of the Church, Review of Dogma and Doctrine of Catholic Christianity, and the creation of an Adult Christian Life Style. Strong emphasis is placed on respecting other faiths, ideals, and philosophies.