Fall 2008 Class Schedule 

The Pastoral Ministry Program is designed to provide solid grounding in theology to empower the People of God in Oklahoma as they become increasingly responsible for the life and ministry of the church: to equip them for filling the roles to which they are called by Baptism and which the exigencies of the times press upon us.

Affiliated with Newman University of Wichita, KS, the Archdiocesan Pastoral Ministry Program offers as in depth, academic curriculum of sound Scripture and contemporary theology, integrated with pastoral perspective and skills directed toward maintaining growth and identity as Christians and becoming more effectively involved in service roles for the Church.

POSSIBILITIES

The Pastoral Ministry Program is geared for students who wish to:

EARN A SECOND DEGREE IN PASTORAL MINISTRY

Students who already have one college degree may obtain a second major-a BA in Pastoral Ministry-upon their successful completion of the Pastoral Ministry Program.

COMPLETE A FIRST DEGREE IN PASTORAL MINISTRY FROM NEWMAN UNIVERSITY

Students who are working toward a first bachelor degree may be able to complete that degree with a major in Pastoral Ministry as specified in the Newman Catalog.

EARN AN ARCHDIOCESAN DIPLOMA IN PASTORAL MINISTRY

Students who are not seeking a degree and who successfully complete the ten courses of the program for college credit may obtain an Archdiocesan Diploma in Pastoral Ministry.

EARN COLLEGE CREDIT FOR AN INDIVIDUAL COURSE

AUDIT FOR PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLETION OF PASTORAL MINISTRY PROGRAM

The complete program of study consists of thirty college hours of theology in Pastoral Ministry, and 6 elective hours.
A concentration in Spiritual Direction is also available.
Classes are offered in the spring, summer, and fall, following the Newman University schedule. For more information call (405) 721-4208 or (405) 721-5651, ex-118.

MASTER OF ARTS IN PASTORAL MINISTRY

A Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry is also available. The MAPM is a collaborative program co-sponsored by the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City and Aquinas Institute of Theology, a Dominican sponsored, fully accredited graduate school of theology, located in St. Louis, Missouri. The Program is offered on-site at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center in Oklahoma City.

The "Cohort" Model of Education
Students and faculty in the MAPM program use a "cohort" model of learning. This model offers a stable community in which students study and grow together throughout the 3 1/2 year program. Each course is scheduled on three weekends over a period of two months.

Program Objectives

To develop in students an understanding of ministry within the life and mission of the Roman Catholic Church.
To prepare persons who will minister effectively to the varying needs of the diocesan Church, based upon a solid formation in theology, ministerial experience, and spiritual formation.
To prepare pastoral ministers of thought and wisdom who will lead the People of God in theological reflection in ways that lead to personal, communal, and social renewal.
To enable students to demonstrate the skills and self-awareness to minister as public persons in the Church, including the ability to collaborate with other ministers.
To instill within students the desire for ongoing self-evaluation, development of faith, and growth in ministerial skills.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

              BA or equivalent
              Adequate previous study in theology.
              Recommendation by others for preparation in pastoral ministry.
              An essay detailing ability and experience for pastoral ministry, and a desire to               minister in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City.
              Admission interviews.

APPLYING FOR ADMISSION

To apply for admission to the Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry Program, contact the director of the Archdiocesan Pastoral Ministry Program at (405) 721-5651, ext. 118, and submit the following materials:

Completed application form
Three letters of recommendation
Autobiography
Transcript of all undergraduate and graduate work.
Scores of the Miller Analogy Test
Application fee of $25

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

The Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry requires academic courses and formation in the following areas:

 
Theological Studies including courses in Scripture, Fundamental Theology, Christology, Ecclesiology, Church History, Christian Morality, Sacraments, and Worship.

 
Pastoral Studies including courses in Pastoral Leadership, Formative Spirituality, and Supervised Practice of Ministry.

Interdisciplinary Studies including courses in Theology of Ministry, Justice and Catholic Social Teaching, Pastoral Counseling, Canon Law, Liturgical Leadership, and Fundamentalism.

Formation for Ministry is an important component of the masters of Arts in Pastoral Ministry Program. This includes annual retreats, spiritual direction, workshops, regular meetings with the Formation Director, the support and challenge of a stable formation community.