Program Objectives

The Institute in Pastoral Ministries serves pastoral practitioners, ecclesiastical administrators, and educationally-motivated Catholic adults. Our programs in pastoral ministries strive:

• to equip participants with a deep understanding of Roman Catholic doctrines, corresponding Christian theologies, and pastoral practices that clarify the Gospel for our culture and promote the care of persons in our Church;
• to demonstrate academic practices of inquiry, discovery, and reflection for professional employees in the Roman Catholic Church and church-related organizations; and,
• to inspire attitudes and skills that are compatible with Roman Catholic ministerial service, especially facilitating personal transformation in Christ, building faith-community, and developing a pastoral presence grounded in awareness of one’s gifts and limitations as a minister.