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Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
A Series Exploring
the Second Vatican Council and the Church Today
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Workshops and
Special Programs
Parish Ministry: The Work of Many Hands
Certificate Applications are now being accepted for the next quarter.
To register or for more information about the programs, contact:
Priscilla M. Toumey, EPS Connecticut Director, 203.354.8672
or e-mail: EPSCTProgram@trinitydc.edu
Bishop William Lori stands with 11 Connecticut graduates at the recent Mass and commissioning service. They are joined by EPS President Dr. Maggie McCarty and Dr. Ellen Mahon, EPS community liaison (top row, right, respectively).
Priscilla Toumey, Program Director
The certificate program features courses integrating Scripture, theology, spirituality and practical application of the faith. Students are encouraged to enroll in the certificate program, but EPS will accept single course applications from graduates and others who want to deepen their faith.
Summer Quarter 2008
Mondays & Wednesdays (foundational),
7:15-9:20 p.m.
Classes in the Mansion at St. Philip Church
See campus map
Introduction to Catechesis.
How to use Scripture, Church tradition, liturgy and the lives of the saints to teach the faith.
Mondays and Wednesdays, June 16, 18, 23 and 25.
Instructor: Pam Arsenault, DRE, St. Rose of Lima Parish, Newtown.
Fall Quarter 2008
Foundational on Wednesdays; Advanced on Tuesdays
7:15-9:20 p.m.
Foundational
God’s People at Worship
Wednesdays,
Sept. 10 - Oct. 1
A study of the
Psalms and their place in worship and prayer.
Instructor: Dr. Harry Nasuti, Professor of Theology, Fordham University.
Liturgy: The Heart of Catholic Evangelization
Wednesdays,
October 8 - November 19
The history of
Catholic liturgy and principles of liturgical planning and practice,
drawing on Sacrosanctum Concilium, Lumen Gentium, VI, VII
and the General Instruction of the Roman Missal.
Instructor: Msgr. Kevin Wallin, Pastor, St. Augustine Cathedral
Praying Twice: The Ministry of Music (workshop)
Wednesday,
October 15
How music raises
our hearts to the Lord.
Instructor: Alma Hamilton, Fellow, American Guild of Organists
Advanced
Systematic Theology
Tuesdays, September 9 - December 2
A systematic study of the major and interrelated doctrines of the
Christian faith, integrating biblical, historical and philosophical
considerations.
Instructor: Dr. Thomas Hicks
Now accepting Certificate Applications for the next term. Enrollment required prior to entering the EPS Program. For enrollment, please submit an "Application for Admission" signed by your pastor to EPS Connecticut Director Priscilla Toumey, 203.354.8672, e-mail EPSCTProgram@trinitydc.edu, who will schedule applicants for an appointment with the program director.
EPS students listen during God’s
People: Covenant and Community,
taught by Fr. Albert Paretsky, OP.
Watch this space for Saturday Workshops
and Special Events
This program recognizes today's time constraints – on busy parents, workers on flex-time, caregivers, those with a need for travel – without sacrificing the high caliber of theological instruction for which EPS is known. Classes meet Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fall Term 2008
October 8 - November 12 (6 weeks)
Pope Benedict XVI’s
Message to America
More details to be posted.
Suggested donations:
Full 15-week program $325
Single six-week term $140
Single three-week term $75
Retreat TBA
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For driving directions to St. Philip's, go to www.stphilipnorwalk.org
and click on "Contact Us"
Theological Reflection Groups:
Every student participates in a theological reflection group. Trained facilitators lead students in discussions designed to integrate class material with Church tradition and personal experience. Theological Reflection groups strengthen the student's understanding of course material and aid in ongoing growth and development. (See Theological Reflection.)
Praxis Curriculum:
The Praxis curriculum is designed to prepare students for active participation in the Church's mission of evangelization in the family, parish, community and workplace.
Foundational Level: Students examine the evangelizing mission of the parish through the study of the U.S. Bishops' document Go and Make Disciples, and its applications in the parish. Additional classes are offered in the following areas:
Catholic Liturgy
Evangelization and Inculturation
Local and National Initiatives in Evangelization
Advanced-Level courses develop the students' skills for evangelization. Courses are offered in the following areas:
The Ministry of Catechesis
The Spirituality of the Evangelizer
Leadership Skills for Ministry
Apologetics
Ministry in the Marketplace
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