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The Pastoral Institute is committed to making adult education a high priority in the Diocese of Victoria by providing a solid curriculum of basic courses pertaining to the Catholic faith.
Understanding and living the Catholic Faith is a life-long commitment. Each person is called to grow continually and to respond openly to Christ in his/her life.
"Adult faith formation, by which people consciously grow in the life of Christ through experience, reflection, prayer and study, must be the central task in [this] catechetical enterprise..."
- Our Hearts Were Burning (OHWB) 5, USCCB
THE PASTORAL INSTITUTE PROGRAMS
Short-Term Program Click here for more details
Extended Program - The Extended Program is a three-year program of 12 six-week courses (144 clock hours) offered in different centers in the diocese.
Continuing Education Program - A Continuing Education Program consists of on-going Scripture and theological courses for those who have completed the Extended Program or for other interested persons.
NOTE: There is a $20.00 fee for the Extended and Continuing Education classes. Book fees are extra.
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Brochure for the Pastoral Institute (PDF)
For more information about the Pastoral Institute please contact:
| Ron Friedel | Phone | (361) 827-7171 |
| Director of Catechetical Ministry | rfriedel@victoriadiocese.org | |
| Chris Alvarez | Phone | (361) 827-7172 |
| Associate Director | calvarez@victoriadiocese.org |
For Instructors and Facilitators