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Loyola Institute for Ministry

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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.

  • Applications are accepted year-round for enrollment in Fall, Spring, and Summer terms. Application deadlines are August 1, January 1, May 1.

  • Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Click on the video below to hear testimonials from our graduates on what a difference a LIM education can make!


 

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Upcoming Events

Faculty Success

LIM Director Speaks at Leadership Roundtable Summit

Dr. Tracey Lamont was a featured speaker at the Leadership Roundtable's 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit held February 28–March 1, 2024 in Arlington, VA. This year's theme was "Expanding the Tent: Young Adult Leadership and Co-Responsibility in the Catholic Church." Dr. Lamont particpated in Session 3, "The Church We Want to Be: An Authentic Place for All to Belong." This session delved into belonging and trust concerns, as well as how the Church can ensure the leadership tables of its parishes, communities, and ministries are spaces where all young adults truly belong.


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Student Success

LIMEX Students in Lakeland Achieve Academic Milestone

The Diocese of Orlando recently celebrated a remarkable achievement by five dedicated members of St. Joseph Parish. Louis Canter, Aimee Holzer, Leon Holzer, Nancy J. McLaughlin, and Nydia Rivera-Rivera have earned their Certificate in Theology and Ministry, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to deepening their faith and serving their community. They completed their certificates through the Institute for Ministry's Extension Program, which has been active in the Diocese of Orlando for over 35 years.


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Showcase

LIMEX Celebration in Orlando

If you live in the Orlando, Fl area, you are invited to an evening celebrating the Loyola Institute for Ministry Extension Program in Orlando organized by the Secretariat for Laity, Family, and Life of the Diocese of Orlando. On April27, meet LIM Director Tracey Lamont, Ph.D., along with current students, graduates, and friends of LIMEX! The event costs $20.00. Check-in begins at 5:45 pm.

Spring Lecture Series

Join us on Thursday, April 11, at 7 pm CT for a 1-hour lecture by Dr. Francisco Castillo, "Convivio in Synodality: A U.S. Hispanic/Latino(a) Response to Polarization in Our Church," and a response by LIM alumna Carolina Fierro-Amador. To learn more and to register, click the image above.