Faith Education Courses
The Certificate Foundations for Pastoral Ministry (CFPM) is designed to provide introductory education in the foundational areas of Catholic faith and basic skills for pastoral ministry. It is designed for those involved in ministry in parish and other settings or for those seeking to learn more about the foundations of their faith to assist them in their Christian mission. It is particularly suited for those seeking Pastoral Associate Grade 1 accreditation or preparing for pastoral work.
The Certificate comprises 8 units (12 hours each) of introductory education in Catholic faith and life covering: scripture; foundations of Christian faith; pastoral and moral theology and the sacramental life of the Church. Two units (24 hours each) are offered, one in Christian leadership and one in group skills. The Certificate is completed by undertaking a further 24 hours in elective units in areas of interest to the student. The total number of contact hours is 168.
Selected readings and projects will enhance the learning experience and some assessment tasks may be required.
Students are expected to attend a minimum of 80% of contact hours in each unit. It is expected that students would ordinarily complete the Certificate in 2 years.
Single units can be studied without enrolling in the Certificate course.
All courses are held at the Thomas Carr Centre, 278 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne.
CFPM 2012
*ALL event dates and times subject to change.
Core Study Areas:
1. Old Testament – Kath Boyle
** This subject will not be offered this year **
2. New Testament – TBC
** This subject will not be offered this year **
3. Introduction to Theology – Sr Margaret Chappell rsm
Date / Time:
Tuesday 17 July 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Tuesday 24 July 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Tuesday 31 July 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Tuesday 7 August 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Tuesday 14 August 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Tuesday 21 August 6.00pm - 8.00pm
4. Group Skills – Denise Lacey & CatholicCare Team – Double Unit
Date / Time:
Thursday 26 July 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Thursday 2 August 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Saturday 11 August 9.30am – 4.30pm
Thursday 16 August 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Thursday 23 August 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Saturday 1 September 9.30am – 4.30pm
5. Jesus Christ: Revealer of God – Fr Steven Rigo
Date / Time:
Thursday 6 September 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Thursday 13 September 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Thursday 20 September 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Thursday 11 October 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Thursday 18 October 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Thursday 25 October 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Elective Study Units:
1. Introduction to RCIA – Fr Elio Capra SDB
Date / Time:
Tuesday 28 February 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday 6 March 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday 13 March 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday 20 March 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday 27 March 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Easter Break
Tuesday 17 April 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday 24 April 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday 1 May 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday 8 May 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday 15 May 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday 22 May 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday 29 May 6.00pm – 8.00pm
2. Called & Gifted – Clara Geoghegan
Date / Time:
Friday 24 February 7.00pm – 9.00pm
Saturday 25 February 9.30am – 4.30pm
*For more information contact Suzanne Hermon, Archbishop's Office for Evangelisation on 9926 5761
