Spiritual  Formation

A solid and healthy spiritual formation is essential to all ministries in the church, and is required by the core curriculum. To be authentic and suitable for ministry in the church, a personal and communal spirituality must be informed by the long, rich tradition of the Church and in tune with the pastoral needs of the present.

A. Initial Self-Assessment

As a part of the application process the student will complete a self assessment form that will help he or she assess their spirituality as it relates to their personal religious experience.

B. Spiritual Autobiography

The autobiography helps the student discover spiritual roots, determine change in their spiritual life, identify patterns and habits in their spiritual life and bring them to a better understanding of themselves.

C. Spiritual Experiences

The students will participate in the following spiritual exercises:

·              Formation day once a month.

·              Two retreats each year

·              Regular Spiritual Direction

·              Regular participation in the sacraments

·              Communal Prayer

·              Personal Prayer