A ministry formation program based on
solid academic theology leading to a master's degree (MRE or MPS) or
certificate of continuing education from Loyola University of New
Orleans.
WHO? Persons
wanting to deepen their theological background and develop their
ministerial insights, willing to spend
8-12 hours per week in class and preparation. Primarily for
Catholics but open to all faiths, especially mainline" Protestants.
HOW?
Ten 3-credit "core" courses and two 3-credit "focus"
ourses over a 4-year time frame. Ten 3-hour sessions per course for
the "core" courses. Sessions include content from text and
manual, integration of experience and content through sharing and
reflection led by a facilitator trained by the university. Papers
submitted to the university for each course determine grades.
WHEN & WHERE Anywhere
and anytime 10-15 participants commit to required work and process.
Group determines site, day of
week, and time of day to meet. Applications should be submitted by
May 1 to help determine feasibility of groups in various areas.
COURSES
Introduction to Practical Theology; Jewish Roots of Christian Faith
(Old Testament); Christian Origins (New
Testament); Grace, Christ, and Spirit; Church,
Sacraments and Ministry; Spirituality, Morality, and Ethics; Faith
and Culture; Faith Development and Spirituality;
Pastoral Leadership and Organization; Pastoral and Educational
Praxis, two focus courses based on areas of
concentration.
COSTS? For
2006-2007: $20 application fee (one time only, nonrefundable).
Degree (payable per course): $721
tuition, $25 diocesan administrative fee, $50-$75
for textbook(s). Certificate: $330 tuition, $25 administrative
fee, $50-$75 textbook(s).
SAMPLE CALENDAR:
Orientation meeting, mid-August
Course I Course II Course III
Sep. 10, 17, 24 Dec. 3, 10, 17 Mar. 11, 18, 25
Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28 Apr. 1, 8,
29
Nov. 5, 12 Feb. 4, 11, 18 May 6, 13, 20, 27
For further details contact
www.lim.loyno.edu
