Theological Education

Upcoming Courses:

Catholic Prayer I: This three-day summer course on Catholic Prayer is the first part of a 3-part series. The course explores the transformative power of prayer through Fr. Boniface Hicks' Introduction to Prayer, the Catechism’s teachings on prayer, and the wisdom of popes who have expressed the depths of communion with God. Participants will deepen their understanding of prayer as a personal encounter with Christ, guided by scripture, tradition, and papal reflections that illuminate the beauty of a life rooted in prayer.
Meeting times: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., August 5th - 7th | Location: Center for Pastoral Leadership, Wickliffe | Register here

Covenants & Blessings: Old Testament: This course provides an overview of the Old Testament, exploring its historical, theological, and literary dimensions within the context of the teachings and tradition of the Catholic Church.  Students will examine key themes, including covenant, prophecy, wisdom, and the relationship between God and humanity. Emphasis will be placed on the unity of Scripture, the connection between the Old and New Testaments, and the relevance of the Old Testament for contemporary Catholic life.
Meeting times: Tuesdays 6:00 - 8:30 p.m., August 26th - Dec 9th | Location: Center for Pastoral Leadership, Wickliffe | Register here

All of our instructors have earned graduate degrees in relevant disciplines, have taken the Oath of Fidelity, and have received the academic mandatum from our bishop.

Students who complete a ten-course curriculum designed by our diocesan Lay Ecclesial Ministry Office earn a certificate in theological studies, fulfilling the academic requirements of the LEM formation program. Please note that these courses do not count toward the M. A. Theology degree at Saint Mary Seminary.

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For more information about these courses, please email us at mmgsi@dioceseofcleveland.org.