Goals and Objectives

The Master of Divinity degree program is designed to guide the student in developing the following attitudes and competencies:

• Human

  • To integrate the intellectual, spiritual, pastoral, and human dimensions of priestly ministry.
  • To engage in the practice of self-assessment to ascertain growth in the areas needed for effective ministry
  • To develop emotional and psycho-sexual maturity, moral integrity, and social concern for the people of God.
     

• Spiritual

  • To grow in the practice of the art of spirituality for the Roman Catholic ordained ministry
  • To engage in reflection upon how God is working in one’s life.
  • To develop a habit of prayer and participation in the sacramental life of the Church.
     

• Intellectual

  • To understand and communicate the Roman Catholic faith tradition in the context of the contemporary world and society.
  • To write an exegesis on a passage of scripture.
  • To articulate and address the moral problems of society today
  • To write a coherent thesis which demonstrates an understanding of the tradition and magisterial teaching.
     

• Pastoral

  • To develop responsible, collaborative, culturally sensitive pastoral leadership in a variety of ministerial situations.
  • To communicate the faith through preaching, worship, and ministry.
  • To minister effectively within multicultural faith communities.
  • To collaborate with others in developing their gifts and ministries.
  • To demonstrate the ability to be a leader of public prayer and worship.