Francis Xavier & Mission Today

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This course introduces students to the history, development, and impact of Christian missionary work from the time of Jesus to post Vatican II models. The course places major emphasis on the life and message of St. Francis Xavier, close friend of St. Ignatius Loyola, who was transformed through his ministry in India and East Asia. Also included are critical analysis and reflections by scholars who demonstrate how Eurocentrism, colonialism and paternalism often infected mission history Prerequisites: THEO111 or CORE105 Course Attributes: Theology Persp / Explorations College of Arts & Sciences Theology