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astoral toral Administration Program<br />

Initiated in 2006, the pastoral administration<br />

program was developed in response to<br />

archdiocesan needs. It is a graduate track<br />

designed to build upon a student’s prior formation<br />

in theology and pastoral ministry. <strong>The</strong> program<br />

allows lay and ordained participants to enhance<br />

skills in pastoral leadership and administrative<br />

ministry. It includes both academics and formation<br />

and allows for flexibility in course selection to meet<br />

student needs.<br />

Studies would lead to:<br />

Advanced Graduate Certificate in Pastoral<br />

Administration for students entering with an<br />

MAPM, MAT or equivalent graduate degree in<br />

theology or pastoral ministry, or<br />

Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Pastoral<br />

Administration for students entering with a BA<br />

(in any area) and the LPMP Certificate (or<br />

equivalent).<br />

Admission<br />

A participant must apply for admission to the<br />

Pastoral Administration Program through the<br />

LPMP office. <strong>The</strong> <strong>Athenaeum</strong> Admissions and<br />

Degrees Committee will make decisions regarding<br />

acceptance prior to each academic quarter.<br />

Program Components<br />

1) Three graduate credits are required in each<br />

of four areas for a total of 12 credit hours:<br />

- Worship/Liturgy<br />

- Catechesis/Formation<br />

- Human Resources in Pastoral Ministry<br />

- Financial Resources in Pastoral Ministry<br />

2) Electives: 3 credits selected in consultation<br />

with program advisor<br />

3) Three-credit Leadership Seminar.<br />

Spiritual and Ministerial Formation:<br />

- Yearly attendance at a day of reflection or<br />

retreat<br />

- Participation in required <strong>The</strong>ological Reflection<br />

sessions<br />

- Regular meetings with an approved spiritual<br />

director<br />

<strong>The</strong>se components provide opportunities for<br />

personal and spiritual growth. <strong>The</strong>y help participants<br />

integrate scripture, tradition and theology<br />

while responding more effectively to ministerial<br />

challenges.<br />

Pastoral Care: Supervised experience of at least<br />

100 hours in pastoral care ministry is required for<br />

completion of the program. Students may submit<br />

evidence of prior or current experience or may<br />

complete this component concurrently with courses.<br />

Academic: A total of 18 quarter credits hours is<br />

required. <strong>The</strong>se are distributed as follows.<br />

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