Why Certification?
The Lay Ecclesial Certification program through Saint Leo University is a unique opportunity for Lay ministers to receive a well rounded Pastoral Education which will aid in the ministry of the Catholic Church. With professors from the University and beyond the participant will grow in the knowledge of all they will need to work within the Church. The participant will explore Scripture, Systematic Theology and Pastoral Concerns in a one year program.
Information About the Program
The year long program meets the first Saturday of each month beginning with Morning Prayer 8:30 am (Optional) and class begins at 9:00 am and ends at 5:00pm. The cost is 30.00 per class. All classes are at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 210 West Lemon Street, Lakeland, Florida 33815
Contact E. Louis Canter, OEF at lcanter@stjosephlakland.org or call 863.248.0179 for more information or an application.
Not affiliated with USCCB or NALM Certificatiion Program or any
other National or regional Certification Program.
Subjects Offered
Introduction to Old testament
Introduction to New Testament
Biblical Spirituality
Introduction to the Sacraments
Liturgy of the Hours and the Mass
The Liturgical Year
What is Church Past and Present
Evangelization and the New Evangelization
Ethics and Morality: A Catholic Perespective
Leadership in the Church
Multi-cultural cocnerns
Youth Minsitry: Leadership and Perspective
Pastoral Care of the Sick and other Pastoral Concerns
Budgets and other Administrative Matters
Pastoral Practicum