Ushaw Educational Outreach and Online Learning
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Programme Leader: Rev Vincent Purcell

Delivery Mode: Online

Course Dates: modules run each term and last approximately 8-10 weeks

Who is it for?

Ushaw offers a four-year programme of formation which focuses on the necessary human, theological, spiritual and pastoral elements of ministry from the particular perspective of the permanent diaconate. The programme is primarily designed to dove-tail with local, diocesan-based provision for ministerial discernment. However, some components are available as a partnership programme for dioceses furhter afield from Ushaw or as ongoing formation for serving deacons wishing to deepen their own study and ministry.

What is it about?

Diaconate Study Modules are available via online distance learning. They are tailored specifically to the needs of the permanent diaconate and are informed by critical reflection upon the demands and challenges of this ministry. They are overseen by experienced tutors and facilitated by mutual conversation and interaction with fellow serving deacons and/or diaconal candidates.

Modules Include

  • The Shape of the Diaconate
  • Vatican II: The Council that Restored the Diaconate
  • The Signs of the Times: Pastoral Ministry in Today's World
  • Human Formation: Transition and Change
  • The Church: Servants Dedicated to the Kingdom
  • Catechesis and the Diaconate
  • Sacraments and the Diaconate
  • The Altar of the Word: Opening the New Testament
  • Jesus Christ: Introduction to Christology
  • Death, Dying and Bereavement: Pastoral Ministry in Today's World

In addition, the modules listed under Ushaw Online are also open to serving deacons.

Further Information

If you wish to explore this further please contact directly Rev. Mr. Vincent Purcell by email: vincent.purcell@ushaw.ac.uk