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