Sheila O'Connell-Roussell
University Ministry
Associate Faculty
D.Min., San Francisco Theological Seminary
M.Div., San Francisco Theological Seminary
M.A. in Religious Education, Loyola Marymount University
B.A. in Theatre Arts, Loyola Marymount University
Subjects/Courses
Pastoral & Spiritual Care
Spiritual Direction
Religion & Theatre
Celtic Spirituality
Professional Advancement
Windows for Understanding the Treasures of Scripture
Advanced Exegesis: Studies in Apocalyptic Literature
Women in the Pauline Communities
Woman: A Journey through the Judeo-Christian Scriptures
Jesus And Women: A Liberating Vision
Strength For The Journey: Eucharistic Theology
Birthing Holy Fire: Marian Theology and Spirituality
Mary Of Magdala: Disciple, Apostle To The Apostles
Gospel of John
Church History: Early Communities to 787 C.E.
Enduring Questions: Religon & Philosophy
World Religions (Portland Community College)
Professional Activities
Founding member on development team for Interfaith Dialogue, University Ministry, Marylhurst University
Thesis Reader, MAAT, M.Div. and MAIS, Marylhurst University
Adjunct Professor, Sociology Department, Clackamas Community College
Independent doctoral dissertation committee member, Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (Palo Alto)
Independent doctoral dissertation committee member, San Francisco Theological Seminary
Third Order Dominican Tertiary (1977-present)
Playwright, "Back to Eden" and "Herstory: The Mothers Tale"
Publications
Birthing Holy Fire: Mary, Mother of the Word Made Flesh (St. Mary Press, scheduled publication 2010)
The Essential Bible Dictionary (Saint Mary's Press)
Lectionary-Based Gospel Dramas for Advent, Christmas and Epiphany (Saint Mary's Press)
Lectionary-Based Gospel Dramas for Lent and the Easter Triduum, with Terri Vorndran Nichols (Saint Mary's Press)
Contributor, Understanding the Bible (Saint Mary's Press)
Contributor, College Study Bible (Saint Mary's Press)
Contributor, Vibrant Worship with Youth (Saint Mary's Press)
Awards
Excellence in Academic Service & Teaching, Marylhurst University (2009)