Students are required to take five semesters of religion during a four-year program at Concordia. All freshmen take one semester of Old Testament and one semester of Christianity and the Bible; all sophomores take one semester of New Testament; all juniors take Saved By Grace. Seniors have no required courses to take but they must choose at least a one semester elective. Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors may select beyond their one semester of required religion as their schedule allows.

The Bible used is the New International Version.

To see course descriptions, choose one of the options below.

Topics in Social Science (Christianity and the Bible) (8903)
Required – 9
Credit 1 – Semester
PREREQUISITE: None

This course is designed to acquaint the students with the use of the Bible in exploring interpersonal relationships as they are typically experienced by high school freshmen. Some of the topics covered are: worship, friendship, parental relations, stewardship of life, witnessing, and Christian vocation.

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Biblical Literature I (Old Testament) (8902)
Required – 9
Credit 1 – Semester
PREREQUISITE: None

This course looks at the history of God’s Old Testament people as well as the literature they developed. It emphasized the ways in which God deals with man in history to bring about salvation and the hopes of the people of God as they look forward to their deliverance through the Promised One of God. The class considers problems faced by contemporary society in the light of God’s Word.

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Biblical Literature II (New Testament) (8906)
Required – 10
Credit 1 – Semester
PREREQUISITE: None

This course is a study of the history and literature of the New Testament with special emphasis on the Gospel of Luke and book of Acts. Christ is presented as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, as the Good News for mankind, and as Lord and final Judge of heaven and earth. Several epistles and the book of Revelation may also be studied.

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Humanities I (Saved By Grace) (8816)
Required – 11
Credit 1 – Semester
PREREQUISITE: None

In this study of Romans and Christian Doctrine, the students learn how their salvation by grace is the most important thread that ties every aspect of their lives together.

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ELECTIVE RELIGION COURSES FOR SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS, AND SENIORS

CHRISTIAN ETHICS (8836)
Elective – 10, 11, 12
Credit 1 – Semester
PREREQUISITE: None

Students develop scriptural principles to apply as they examine various ethical questions. They review God’s promises to them, and are asked to recommit themselves to learning and living His will for their lives. They wrestle with questions related to sex, the human body, marriage, government, and interpersonal relationships. Finally, they apply scriptural guidelines independently throughout their lives.

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Humanities II (Comparative Religions) (8766)
Elective – 10, 11, 12
Credit 1 – Semester
PREREQUISITE: None

This is a study of Christianity, cults, and other religions of the world. It is to help students equip themselves with the knowledge and insight necessary to 1) understand the growth of sects, cults and movements in our society, 2) defend their Christian faith and 3) witness to members of other religions confidently and sincerely.

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Current Problems, Issues, and Avents (Love, Marriage and the Family) (8856)
Elective – 10, 11, 12
Credit 1 – Semester
PREREQUISITE: None

This course helps the students to develop godly attitudes about their sexuality and dating relationships today so they will be prepared for marriage and family life tomorrow.

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THE LAST WORD (8866)
Elective - 10, 11, 12
Credit 1 - Semester
PREREQUISITE - None

This course takes an in-depth look at the last nine books of the New Testament especially the book of Revalation. Students will be led to recognize the supremacy of Christ, to submit to His authority, and to rejoice in His triumphant return.

SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP (8916, 8917 – Alternate Days) Elective – 11, 12
Credit 1 – Semester

The Koinonia Group leaders, the members of this class, are nominated by members of the CLHS family, submit an application, evaluated by the faculty, and selected by a special committee. The class is composed of the selected junior and senior students. This course prepares the chosen Koinonia Group leaders to serve their small groups in prayer and study of the Holy Scriptures in order to address the issues that currently confront the youth of Concordia Lutheran High School. The participant leaders will receive one religion credit. This course is in addition to the required course in religion for the junior and senior years.

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Last updated Wednesday, January 31, 2007