This course will study the practical application of your theological studies to the liturgical and pastoral ministry of Priest. Students will learn through seminar and practice how to perform the various liturgical functions required of a Priest, including the Divine Offices, celebration of the Mass, administration of the Sacraments, and other special services. In terms of pastoral ministry, emphasis will be placed on parish visiting, ministry to the sick and dying, as well as to pastoral counseling, marriage preparation, and parochial administration and governance. Students will continue to prepare and deliver sermons throughout the year, as well as at special occasions. Sermons will be prepared and delivered, then discussed and critiqued. Note: This course is not delivered through Moodle, but through hands-on experience at the local level.
- Teacher: Patrick Fodor
This course will study the practical application of theological studies to the liturgical and pastoral ministry of Deacon. Students will learn through seminar and practice how to perform the various liturgical functions required of a deacon, including the Divine Offices, and the Mass. In terms of pastoral ministry, emphasis will be placed on parish visiting, home communions, ministry to the sick and dying, as well as to pastoral counselling and marriage preparation. Students will also be provided the tools and practice needed to prepare and deliver sermons throughout the year, as well as at special occasions. Sermons will be prepared and delivered, then discussed and critiqued. Note: This course is not delivered through Moodle, but through hands-on experience at the local level.
- Teacher: Patrick Fodor
A study of the main principles and ideas involved in pastoral care, according to the historic understanding of the Church. Emphasis will be placed on pastoral ministry to the sick and dying, pastoral counseling, ministering to those preparing for baptism, confirmation and marriage. Practical supervision of the course will be involved, and coordinated with a supervising priest.
- Teacher: Father Peter Geromel
An investigation of the basics of running a parish. This will include discussions of how to manage finances, run a vestry meeting and Annual General Meeting, Federal regulation of Charities, and Provincial incorporation of non-profit Societies.
- Teacher: Bp. Craig Botterill