Open to interested adults, students who complete a minimum of ten (10) courses in scriptural, theological and pastoral studies and have participated in a specialization requirement designed to enhance their ministerial skills may earn a Certificate of Pastoral Studies. Applicants must be verified for regular attendance and must complete the competency requirements indicated by individual instructors. An annual day of reflection is also required. The program of courses will enable a participant to complete the requirements of the certificate within a period of three years of continuous studies. Completion of the "Foundations in Ministry" program, sponsored and conducted by the diocesan Office of Church Ministry, or other comparable programs, will be credited as one (1) course, applicable to the Certificate Program. This certificate is highly recommended for CRE competency certification. These certificates are offered through Christ the King Seminary and for the Southern Tier through the Office of Church Ministry.

Contact: Academic Office

Phone: 652-8900

Partial scholarships are available for students working toward a certificate in pastoral studies.

Courses may be applied towards college credit at Trocaire College. For course and registration information contact Victoria Kearns at Christ the King Seminary's Academic Office (652-8900). Cal in early August for fall courses, early December for spring courses and early April for summer courses

INSTITUTE FOR THEOLOGICAL & PASTORAL STUDIES - SOUTHERN TIER

Title: Catholic Social Teaching – The Church’s Secret Treasure

Presenters: Ms. Susan Fowler and Rev. Eugene Ulrich

Location: St. Jude Chapel, Lower College Drive, Alfred, NY 14802

Date: Tuesdays, Sept. 27 – Nov. 1 (six sessions)

Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m. or 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Cost: $60.00 for non-parishioners

Contact: Jo Ellen de Campo 

Tel: (607) 587-9411
 

Title: Introduction to the Gospels

Presenters: Rev. Charles Zadora

Location: St. Joseph Parish, Fredonia

Date: Tuesdays, Sept. 13 – Nov. 8 (excluding Nov. 1)

Time: 7:00 – 9:30 p.m.

Cost: $80

Contact: Judy Bradley

Tel: 672-2647

THE DIOCESAN LAY MINISTRY FORMATION PROGRAM IN THE NORTHERN TIER

In collaboration with Christ the King Seminary their Certificate Program is being offered in the satellite location of Lockport. Participants are required to fulfill a formation component for lay ministry.