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Program Details

The online Master of Divinity program prepares Catholic laity and permanent deacons for ministry within the Catholic Church and also serves as a prerequisite for those intending to pursue a Doctor of Ministry degree. An accelerated track is offered for students who already hold a master’s degree in theology or ministry.

This program emphasizes Jesus Christ’s teachings and the Roman Catholic Church’s doctrine and heritage, aiming to deepen students’ understanding and application of the Catholic faith in ministry. Some graduates continue the path of becoming ordained ministers, while others choose to become chaplains, pastoral counselors, and religious school educators.

Students in this Master of Divinity online can expect courses such as:

• Catholic Moral Theology
• Ministry with the Aging, Sick, and Dying
• Ministry in the Intercultural Church of America
• Theology of Grace
• Pastoral Counseling

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