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THE SACRAMENTS; CONJUGAL COMMUNION

I. COURSE IDENTIFICATION
A. Course Code
TH102
B. Course Credit
3 units
C. Course Classification
Core Academic: Required for all Programs
D. Course Prerequisite
TH101
E. Course Co-requisite
None
II. COURSE DESCRIPTION
TH 102 is an intermediate course in theology. It deals specifically with the nature, institution, administration,
reception and celebration of the Seven Sacraments of the Catholic Church namely: Baptism, Confirmation,
Holy Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders and Matrimony. At the end of the course,
students are expected to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the theology of the Sacraments and help
Catholic students apply the principles of Sacramental theology to daily life.
III. COURSE OUTCOMES
1. Explain the nature and institution of the Seven Sacraments in general and of each Sacrament in
particular
2. Identify the Scriptural passages that relate to the institution of each of the seven sacraments
3. Discuss the matter and form of each of the seven sacraments
4. Explain the effects of each sacrament and their necessity for salvation
5. State the conditions required on the part of the minister for the valid administration/celebration of each
sacrament
6. State the conditions required on the part of the subject for the valid reception of each sacrament
7. Describe the liturgical rites for the celebration of each sacrament
IV.

COURSE COVERAGE

Week 1

Topics
The Sacraments in General

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO)

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Week
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Week 4
(Aug 30Sept02)

The essence of the sacraments

The Sacraments of the Church
Matter and Form of the
Sacramental Sign
Number of the Sacraments and
necessity of the Sacraments
Effects of the Sacraments
Minister and Subject of the
Sacraments

Baptism and Confirmation

Nature and Institution
Matter and Form
Effects of Baptism and Confirmation
Necessity of Baptism and
Confirmation
- Minister, subject and rite of the
sacraments of Baptism and
Confirmation
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The Holy Eucharist (I): The

Mystery of the Real Presence
-The Real Presence of Christ in the
Eucharist

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1. Explain the essence of the sacraments

2. Discuss the Institution of the Sacraments by
Christ
3. Explain the theological significance of the matter
and form of the sacraments
4. Identify the seven sacraments of the Church
5. Discuss the effects of the Sacraments
6. Explain the role of the minister in the
administration of the Sacraments
7. Discuss the requirements for the valid reception
of the sacrament by the subject
1. Discuss the nature and institution of the
sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation
2. State the matter and form of these 2 sacraments
3. Explain the effects of Baptism and Confirmation
and their necessity for salvation
4. Explain the role of the minister in the
administration of each sacrament
5. State the conditions required for a person to
receive each of these sacraments
6. Describe the liturgical rites to celebrate each of
these sacraments
1. Explain the dogma of the Catholic Church on the
real presence of Christ in the Eucharist
2. Identify Scriptural Texts that refer to the
Institution of the Eucharist by Christ
3. Define transubstantiation

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- Transubstantiation
- The manner of the real presence

4. Discuss the manner of Christs real presence in the

Eucharist

The Holy Eucharist (II): The

Eucharist as Sacrament
-Matter and Form of the Eucharist
- Effects of Holy Communion
- Necessity of Receiving the Sacrament
of the Eucharist
-Minister and subject of the sacrament
- Manner of Receiving Holy
Communion

1. State the matter and form of the sacrament

2. Discuss the effects of Holy Communion
3. Explain the necessity of receiving the sacrament of
the Eucharist
4. State the requirements for the valid reception of the
sacraments by the subject
5. Identify the ordinary and extraordinary minister of
Holy Communion
6. Discuss the teachings of the Catholic Church
regarding the manner of receiving Holy Communion

The Holy Eucharist (III):

The Eucharist as a Sacrifice
-The Holy Mass as a Sacrifice
- Institution of the Mass
-Minister of the Holy Mass
-Effects and Fruits of the Holy Mass
-The Manner of Celebrating the Holy
Mass

1. Explain the sacrificial character of the Holy Mass

2. Identify the Scriptural passages that narrate the
Institution of the Holy Mass
3. Discuss the effects and fruits of the Holy Mass
4. Explain the minister of the Holy Mass
5. Describe the manner of celebrating the Mass as a
liturgical celebration

Week 7-10
(Sept19Oct14)

The Sacrament of Penance

-Nature and Institution of the
Sacrament
-Matter and Form of the Sacrament

1. Discuss the nature and institution of the Sacrament

of Penance
2. Identify the Scriptural text that relates the
institution of Confession
3. State the matter and form of the sacrament

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-Rite of the Sacrament of Penance

-Effects of Confession
-Necessity of Confession
-Minister of the Sacrament of Penance
- Subject of the Sacrament and Acts of
the Penitent

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4. Discuss the effect and necessity of confession

5. Describe the rite of the sacrament of confession
6. Explain the requirements for the valid
administration of the sacraments by the ministers
7. State the requirements to qualify as subject of the
sacrament
8. Discuss the acts of the penitent

Week 11

Anointing of the Sick

-Nature and institution
(Oct17-21) - Matter and Form
- Effects of the Sacrament
-Necessity of receiving the Anointing
of the Sick
-Minister of the Anointing of the Sick
-Subject of the Anointing of the Sick

1. Explain the nature and institution of the Anointing of

the Sick
2. State the matter and form of the sacrament
3. Discuss the effects and necessity of the Anointing of
the Sick
4. State the conditions on the part of the minister for
the valid administration of the Sacrament of the
Anointing of the Sick
5. State the conditions on the part of the subject for the
valid reception of the Anointing of the Sick

Week 12
Holy Orders
(Oct24-28) -Nature and institution of Holy Orders
-Degrees of orders in the Church
-Matter, Form and Rite of Holy Orders
- Effects of the Sacrament of Holy
Orders
-Minister and subject of the Sacrament

1. Discuss the nature and institution of Holy Orders

2. Identify the degrees of orders in the Church
3. State the matter and form of the Sacrament
4. Describe the rite of the sacrament of Holy Order
5. Explain the effects of the Sacrament of Holy Order
6. State the conditions on the part of the minister for
the valid administration of Holy Orders
7. State the conditions on the part of the subject for the
valid reception of Holy Orders
1. Discuss the meaning of marriage as a natural

Week 13-

The Sacrament of Marriage

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(Oct31Dec02)

Week 19
(Dec0510)

-Marriage as a natural institution

-Nature and essence of marriage
-Purpose of Marriage
-Properties of Marriage
- Institution of the Sacrament of
Marriage
-Matter and Form
-Minister and subject of marriage
-Effects of marriage
-The celebration of marriage

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institution
2. Explain the nature and essence of marriage
3. State the purpose and properties of marriage
4. Identify the Scriptural Text that relate to the
institution of marriage.
5. State the matter and form of the sacrament
6. Differentiate the ministers of the sacrament of
marriage from that of the other sacraments
7. State the conditions on the part of the subject for the
valid reception of the Sacrament of marriage
8. Describe the rite for the liturgical celebration of
marriage

FINAL EXAMINATIONS WEEK

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COMPENDIUM POINTS
Note: This column contains the
main topics (in bold) and the
sub-topics follow under the main
topic.
THE SACRAMENTS
1. Liturgy and Sacraments in
general
1.1. The Nature of Liturgy

Note: This column contains the number of the Compendium of the

Catechism of the Catholic Church points that correspond to the
topics.

The Liturgy as Work of the Most

Holy Trinity

221. In what way is the Father the source and the goal of the liturgy?
222. What is the work of Christ in the liturgy?
223. How does the Holy Spirit work in the liturgy of the Church?

Celebration in the Liturgy

233.
234.
235.
241.
242.
244.

Who acts in the liturgy?

Who celebrates the heavenly liturgy?
How does the Church on earth celebrate the liturgy?
What is the center of the liturgical season?
What is the function of the liturgical year?
Does the Church need places in order to celebrate the liturgy?

220.
224.
250.
225.
229.
226.

In what does the sacramental economy consist?

What are the sacraments and which are they?
How are the sacraments of the Church divided?
What is the relationship of the sacraments to Christ?
Why are the sacraments efficacious?
What is the link between the sacraments and the Church?

Liturgy in relation to Time and

Space
1.2. Sacraments in general

218. What is the liturgy?

219. What place does the liturgy occupy in the life of the Church?

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V. COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Percentage distribution of your grades is as follows: 40% finals, 30% long test, 20% quiz and 10%
recitation.
2. Keep track of your grades. Score/Grade appeals/corrections/clarifications should be done via email
ted.santiago@uap.asia
3. The breakdown of grades is posted in the class edmodo account.
VI. CLASS POLICIES (apart from but based on student handbook)
IMPORTANT: After you receive your copy of the course outline it is assumed that you have read it and are
responsible for yourself as regards the requirements of this course. Acceptance of this syllabus means you
agree and will abide by the following course policies:
1) In settling academic matters, no proxy (friend, classmate, or relative) is allowed. The student and the
teacher are the only legitimate parties concerned.
2) Attendance or effort is not basis for grade. Only the stipulated course requirements such as, though
not limited to, those listed in the syllabus will be the basis for the final grade. No extra requirements or
removal exams will be given.
3) Absence due to official university function is excused. Otherwise, absence is unexcused and shall result
to a zero grade for whatever missed course requirement or activity on the day. There is no make up for
daily quizzes.
4) A student is considered absent when he/she arrives 15 minutes after the start of class or stepping out
of class for more than 15 minutes. Automatic failure due to absences (FDA) will be incurred for 20%
absences of the total meetings.
5) The Dress Code should be strictly observed. Students who fail to abide by this policy should not enter
the university and will be marked absent for that day.

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6) Quizzes & long exams will be shown to the student but the latter will not retain the originals.
7) In the event the teacher, within the 1 st quarter of the period, is not yet around and no instruction is
being communicated, a class representative must inquire about and secure instructions for the period
from the administrative assistant of the Religion Department.
8) GADGETS (phones must be in silent mode and not used while class is being conducted) They are
absolutely not permitted during quizzes & tests.
VII. CONSULTATION HOURS WITH STUDENTS
Monday to Friday 2:00-430 PM
VIII. Grading System:
1.00
99 100

IX.

1.25

96 98

1.50

93 95

1.75

90 - 92

2.00

87 89

2.25
86
2.50
83
2.75
80
3.00
77
3.50
below

84 81
78 75
74 and

COURSE BIBLIOGRAPHY:
Textbook:

Santos, C.R., Perez, J.M., Estrada, C.V. G. (2001). God the Sanctifier: A Theology
Course for University Students on the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation,
Holy Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick and Holy Orders. Manila:

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Reference Books:

Websites:

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University of Asia and the Pacific Press.

Vaticana, L. E. (1997). Catechism of the Catholic church. NY: Image Books.
ECCE Publishing (Ed.), (2005). Compendium: Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Episcopal Commission for Catechesis and Catholic Education Publishing
Santos, C.R., Estrada C.V.G., Perez, J. M. (2005). Conjugal Communion: A
Theology Course on Marriage and the Family for University Students. (2nd Ed.)
Manila: University of Asia and the Pacific Press.
http://www.vatican.va/archive/ENG0015/_INDEX.HTM
http://www.vatican.va/archive/compendium_ccc/documents/archive_2005_
compendium-ccc_en.html

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