Loyola Institute for Ministry
Request Information Attend an Info. Session September 8, 2025
What are you called to?
Vocation is "where your deep gladness and the world's deep hunger meet." Where is that for you? In learning more about faith? Drawing closer to God? Making a difference in the Church and the world?
LIM can help you discern your vocation. In addition, our affordable courses are grounded in the best in Catholic theology, inspired by Pope Francis's commitment to creation and justice, and animated by Ignatian spirituality. They are transformative and practical. Dynamic on-campus and online learning communities make your studies come alive.
As you respond to God's call, you will have the chance to focus your studies in an area of specialization, such as Youth and Young Adult Ministry, Religion and Ecology, Religious Education, Spirituality, Digital Culture and Ministry, and more.
Our programs equip you for jobs in chaplaincy, teaching, or church and non-profit work. On their own or as part of dual degrees with Business, Counseling, or Criminal Justice, they can help you see work in any field as a ministry and so help you live out your baptismal call to Christian action that offers hope and healing to a world in such need today.
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Applications are accepted year-round for enrollment in Fall, Spring, and Summer terms. Application deadlines are August 1, January 1, May 1.
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Click on the videos below to hear testimonials from our graduates on what a difference a LIM education can make!
Faculty Success
Loyola Professor Reviews New Volume on Theological Education
Loyola Institute for Ministry Professor Francisco Castillo has published a book review in Perspectivas, a peer-reviewed bilingual journal of the Hispanic Theological Initiative. His review examines Formative Theological Education, edited by Colleen M.
Student Success
LIM Graduate and Student Share Gift of Ignatian Spirituality Through September Retreat
LIM graduate Melinda Laird, MPS, and current student Liz Aceves will co-facilitate "Anchored in Hope," a transformative online retreat on September 12 from 1-4 pm CST. This contemplative afternoon of prayer and reflection offers participants a sacred pause from life's relentless demands, creating space to listen for God's gentle invitation to find a more sustainable pace. Learn more about the retreat and register to attend here»
Showcase
Remembering Msgr. Doussan
Msgr. Douglas Doussan passed away this summer. The faculty and staff at the Loyola Institute for Ministry fondly remember him as both a cherished friend and dedicated supporter of LIM. To read Professor Emerita Barbara Fleischer's reflections on Msgr. Doussan's life and contributions to our community, please click the image above.