Study Theology and Spirituality in Phoenix!
Pursue graduate-level study in theology—that includes a program in Ignatian spiritual formation—right in Phoenix!
Do you want to better answer the call to holiness in everyday life, cultivate your spirituality, bring focused study to your Catholic faith, and discern its transformative implications for work in the Church or the world?
If so, learn about master’s degrees and certificates in theology and ministry offered that will be offered locally as part of the Loyola Institute for Ministry Extension program (LIMEX) of Loyola University New Orleans, which has offered its master's degrees and certificates for more than 15 years in the Phoenix area.
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Media Spotlight
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The Catholic Sun has just highlighted the exciting recent agreement between the Diocese of Phoenix and Loyola University New Orleans, bringing the renowned Loyola Institute for Ministry extension program back to the diocese. Read the complete article in The Catholic Sun here.
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Escuche una entrevista del Dr. Francisco Castillo por En Familia sobre el programa de Certificado en Teología y Ministerio del Instituto Loyola para el Ministerio en Phoenix, Arizona.
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The Bishop’s Hour podcast, produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, features a discussion about the LIM Extension Program in the Diocese of Phoenix with LIM Director Tracey Lamont from September 7, 2024.
The show is available on Spotify, Soundcloud and Apple Podcasts.
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Questions? Contact
Diane Saunders
Director of the Office of Evangelization, Discipleship and Spirituality
Diocese of Phoenix
400 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, AZ 85004-2336
(602) 354-2404
dsaunders@dphx.org
Para información adicional
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¿Preguntas? Contacta
Francisco Castillo, Ph.D.
Joe y Kelly George Profesor visitante de Estudios Pastorales
el Instituto Loyola para el Ministerio en Loyola
fcastill@loyno.edu
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About the Loyola Institute for Ministry (LIM)
LIM has a 50+ year history of educating adults on six continents in practical theology—a method involving a rhythm of action and theological reflection and a long history in the Diocese of Phoenix. It has prepared graduates to be leaders who announce the Gospel informed by a vision of the Catholic tradition that emphasizes its transformative potential.
LIM’s approach includes Ignatian spiritual formation and a strong theological core complemented by focus courses in ministry and religious education. The program also includes the development of theologically sound and practical ministerial skills leading to professional competency. LIM emphasizes leadership and communication skills. It promotes a broad vision of ministry, which holds that it is practiced in explicitly ecclesial contexts—in churches, schools, dioceses, and beyond—wherever people of faith live and work.
In the English-language program, students meet in learning groups led by a Loyola-certified facilitator, then complete their master’s degree or continuing education certificate online. Focus areas and electives are in Christian spirituality, pastoral life and administration, religious education, youth ministry, religion and ecology, digital media and ministry, and marketplace ministry.
Study with the Loyola Institute for Ministry and promote passionate commitment to the promise of God’s Reign and the mission of sharing the Good News!
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