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Candidacy Schedule

Aspirancy Phase

During this time emphasis is given to the discernment of the call to the diaconate. To aid this
process of discernment, the study and reflection of basic Catholic teachings, Catholic
Spirituality, pastoral ministry and specifically, diaconal service are presented. Presentations will
include:

  • Introduction to the Breviary
  • Introduction to Ordained Ministry
  • Spiritual Direction
  • Academic Requirements (writing and annotating papers)
  • Lector & Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion Certification
  • Evangelization
  • Catholicism
  • Parish/Diocesan Leadership

Summer Candidacy Interview

Candidacy: Year One

FallOld Testament
Fundamental Theology

SpringRite of Candidacy
New Testament
Ecclesiology
Portfolio Review

Year Two

FallSacramental Theology
Introduction to Canon Law

SpringMarriage Prep
Christology
Portfolio Review

Year Three

FallMoral Theology
Public Speaking

SpringSocial Justice
Mariology

Institution to Reader
Portfolio Review
Scrutinies Interview

Year Four

FallHomiletics I
Church History

Spring

Trinity
Stephen Ministry Certification

Institution to Acolyte
Formation Retreat
Portfolio Review

Year Five

FallLiturgy Practicum
Homiletics II

SpringLiturgy Practicum
Homiletics III
Portfolio Review

SummerPreparation for Ordination
Ordination Readiness Interview
Call to Orders

FallOrdination Retreat
Ordination