Master of Divinity (M.Div.)

These outcomes reflect the 5 commitments of the STM (gracious leadership; discernment; catholicity; integration; and rigor across formation) and the 4 pillars of formation (intellectual; spiritual; human; and pastoral), as outlined in Co-Workers in the Vineyard of the Lord and the Program of Priestly Formation.

Upon completion of the M.Div. Program, students will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate an understanding of the Catholic theological tradition.

This involves:

• Knowledge of the historical development of the tradition;
• Integration of various elements of doctrine and theology (e.g., scripture, ethics, and liturgy);
• Apreciation of the relationship between the development of the theological tradition and the cultural context from which it emerges.

2. Bring the insights of the Catholic theological tradition into dialogue with contemporary social and religious issues.

This involves:

• An awareness of the shape of contemporary culture, in global and local context;
• A respect for the spiritual, theological, pastoral, and human implications of the global and local context.

3.  Integrate theological thinking and ministerial practice.

This involves:

• Effective application of theological thinking in ministerial practice and drawing on ministerial practice in the refinement of theological concepts;
• Articulation of how theological thinking and ministerial practice are mutually informative and enriching.

4. Demonstrate capacities conducive to effective ministry.

This involves:

• A mature and active faith life;
• Collaboration;
• Self-reflection;
• Willingness to be accountable;
• Selected competencies as articulated in the National Standards for Lay Ecclesial Ministry and/or the Program of Priestly Formation.