Medieval Christianity and the Separation of Church and State

On Tues. 31st, Jan. and Wed. 1st, Feb. We discussed the role dispute between governmental power and religious power in medieval life. We then looked at how the dispute between government and religion continues today. If you were absent, you will need to do the following to make up what you missed.

1) Read Chapter 10 Section 2 only pages 342-344 and fill in your note sheet. If there are notes you can not find, you may copy from a friend.

Notes: Medieval Christianity Chapter 10 Section 2

2) You will need to read two articles on the issue of Separation of Church and State. One article is for the separation and the other article is against the separation. Fill in the assignment sheet as you are reading and be able to articulate both viewpoints. You will be asked to formalize your position and be able to argue your positions using details from both sides of the argument.

Article #1: FOR SEPARATION - Separation of Church and State: A First Amendment Primer
(Note: You can print this article out.)

Article #2: AGAINST SEPARATION - When did the US government pass a law dictating the separation of church and state? Where can this law be found?

Assignment: Debating the Separation of Church and State

Thanks.