A Journey to Spiritual Transformation
Vision
People's Catholic
Seminary, a seminary without walls, offers programs to inspire and educate individuals
and groups who embrace a vision of church that is inclusive, liberating,
empowering and equal.
Matthew Fox, one of the great visionaries of our times, proposes
that contemporary seminaries move from knowledge factories to wisdom schools. PCS
offers pathways to theological and ministerial competencies in a renewed
priestly ministry that nurtures our baptismal call to live holy lives as
midwives of grace in mystical, prophetic, and sacramental communities of
equals.
Mission
People’s Catholic
Seminary provides educational programs that appeal to mainstream Catholics
and to those on the margins. Our programs foster an expanded worldview of our
liberating God of compassion present in all and working for justice for
all through systemic change. As co-creators and companions on a journey,
we share the wisdom of God in our sacred texts, theologies, sacred
practices, sacramental celebrations, and lived experiences.
Overview of
Programs
Spiritual Development
People’s Catholic Seminary provides a broad range of on-line
learning experiences and spirituality programs that are open to adult
participants regardless of previous educational background. We recognize that
women’s roles in the world religions are undergoing dramatic shifts and changes
that have been inspired by a transformative consciousness of gender equality
and justice.
Spiritual Development Programs
SDP101: The Healing Power of Prayer
Certificate Programs for
Ministry
People’s Catholic Seminary offers certificate programs for
candidates on the journey to ordination and for supporters and community
members. The certificate programs provide a comprehensive overview to theology,
scripture, women studies and sacramental ministry. These programs are designed
for the candidate preparing for ordination who needs basic knowledge in
contemporary theology to begin a pathway to ministry.
Certificate Programs
Certificate Program I – Introduction to Pastoral Ministry
101. Introduction to Contemporary Theology
201. Jesus of Nazareth – Christ of the Cosmos
202. Rediscovering Jesus in a Companionship of Empowerment
302. Spiritual Encounters with Women Mystics for the 21st
Century
303. Praying with Women in the Hebrew Scriptures
304. Praying with Women of the Gospel
305. Praying with Women in Ministry in the Early Church
401. History of the Sacraments
Certificate Program II – Sacramental Theology and Ritual
501. Eucharist
601. Baptism and Confirmation
701. Marriage, Sexuality, Just Love
801. Compassion and Reconciliation
901. Anointing of the Sick: Healing and Wholeness
Cost
The average cost is $10 per session. Programs run from 6-12
sessions. The sessions are mostly on-line through Blogger.
Instructors
All instructors are highly qualified in their field, hold a
master’s degree or doctorate in theology, ministry, spirituality or pastoral
ministry, and adhere to the vision and mission of the organization.
Founders and Administrators
Dr. Bridget Mary Meehan, ARCWP and Dr. Mary Theresa Streck,
ARCWP are founding members of the People’s Catholic Seminary. Please send
inquiries about the People’s Catholic Seminary to peoplescatholicseminary@gmail.com.
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