Certificates and Other Programs
Foundational Certificates :: Advanced CertificateFoundational Certificates
Catechetical Certificate & Catholicism Certificate
The two Foundational Certificates offered by the Theological Institute at Saint John's Seminary (SJS) provide a full experience of the truth of Christ.
Either the Catechetical Certificate or the Catholicism Certificate provide you with the formation you need to enter more deeply into the truth of Christ.
The Catechetical Certificate prepares you to be a better teacher of the faith. The Catholicism Certificate gives you the opportunity to dive deeper into the truths of the faith. Both Basic Certificates meet at the same time, with different small-group experiences. Skills workshops are required for both the Catechetical and Catholicism Certificates.
When and where?
Classes meet once a month for eight Saturdays, 9am to 4pm.
- Brighton Site: The Theological Institute, 149 Washington Street, Brighton, MA
(taught by Drs. David and Angela Franks)
Dates: 10/19, 11/16, 12/14, 1/11, 2/8, 3/8, 4/12, 5/3
Portland, ME Site: Diocese of Portland, 510 Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME
(taught by Drs. David and Angela Franks)
Dates: 9/28, 10/26, 11/23, 1/4, 2/1, 3/1, 4/5, 5/17- Immaculate Conception Parish, Salem (a remote site, which follows the Brighton sessions via videoconferencing)
Dates: 10/19, 11/16, 12/14, 1/11, 2/8, 3/8, 4/12, 5/3Please note that these dates are subject to change.
Who?
- Parish catechists
- Parents
- Homeschoolers
- Anyone who wants to learn more about the Catholic faith!
Topics include ...
- Evangelization and Catechesis
- Scripture
- The Trinity
- Jesus Christ
- Liturgy and Sacraments
- Morality
- Prayer
- Pedagogy
- How Children and Adults Learn
Plus valuable practical skills for teachers and parents, such as ...
- Classroom Management
- Teaching about Sexuality
- Living the Liturgical Year
- Evangelizing and Teaching Youth and Young Adults
Check back here for the 2013-2014 Skills Workshops schedule.
Cost?
- $250 for Certificate
- $150 for attendance only
Check back here for information regarding 2013-2014 registration or contact Miriam Marston for more details.
Advanced Certificate: New Evangelization Certificate
The Theological Institute also offers a sequel, the New Evangelization Certificate, for those who have completed a Foundational Certificate. This offers the knowledge and confidence you need to become more adept at apologetics: to communicate the beauty of Christian truth in the new millennium. Students will be provided with in-depth study of hot-button, as well as social analysis based on philosophical and theological wisdom.
When and where?
Meets once a week for one semester at The Theological Institute (149,Washington Street, Brighton)
Check back in the summer of 2013 for more details!
Who?
This certificate is for those who have completed a Foundational Certificate
Cost?
$300