Coming Events

Australia

AUSTRALIA

 Mount Archer 

June 29 – July 6. Winter Retreat – “Mystery, after all, is God’s other name.” (Mary Oliver) An introduction to Centering Prayer.

September 29^th – October 6^th. Spring Retreat - Rushing to Life: The Powers of the Universe

November 3^rd – 10^th. Meditation Retreat; Be still and know that I am God.

December 8^th – 15^th. Summer Retreat – A Journey into the New Consciousness – a new path to spiritual awakening.

For more information or to make bookings:

Tel: 07 5496 3537/ 0417 736 696

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 Glenburn

Jun 10 -16 The New Consciousness

A six-day retreat covering the spiritual insights of critical modern

thinkers including Teilhard de Chardin, Joseph Campbell, Jean Gebser,

Thomas Berry, Brian Swimme. Arrive Sunday evening and leave after

lunch on Saturday. Fee: $540

Contact:

Phone: (03) 5797 8532

Fax: (03) 5797 8536

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For other retreats, workshops and events at Glenburn please contact us or go to website address below.
People are also welcome to come and stay for some days to relax in the beautiful natural surroundings, enjoy the excellent library etc.
See website: www.edmundrice.org/glenburn

Other Cosmology/Ecology Pragrammes - Ireland

IRELAND

Wicklow

The Dominican Ecology Centre in Wicklow was completed in the summer of 2005 and is based in Wicklow Town, beside our Organic Farm. We aim to promote a holistic and sustainable way of life.

We offer a variety of courses including the New Cosmology and its effect on our understanding of ourselves as participants in the community of life on Planet Earth. We also provide extensive 10 Week Residential Programmes which include becoming familiar with our evolution over 14 billion years as discovered by contemporary science. We explore its implications for understanding our place in the universe and look at the theological implications of this new cosmology.

To book or receive further information on our 10 Week Courses simply e-mail us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or Tel: 00 353 404 61833 and we would be happy to send you further information. 

All Hallows College

Social Justice & Public Policy Programme:

http://www.allhallows.ie/programmes/postgrad/social-justice-a-public-policy.html 

Applied Christian Spirituality Postgraduate programme:

http://www.allhallows.ie/programmes/postgrad/applied-christian-spirituality.html 

MA in Ecology & Religion - New programme for 2011

http://www.allhallows.ie/programmes/postgrad/ecology-a-religion-new-programme-for-2010.html

Renewal for Life Spring 2012 programme

http://www.allhallows.ie/renewal-for-life-spring-2012-programme.html

Other Cosmology/Ecology Pragrammes - America

UNITED STATES of AMERICA

Genesis Farm, New Jersey

Immersion in the New Cosmology

Register for Genesis Farm Programs

Mail to Genesis Farm, 41-A Silver Lake Road, Blairstown, NJ 07825.

41A Silver Lake Road

Blairstown, NJ 07825
www.genesisfarm.org

An International Movement Promoting Care of the Earth

The 'Be The Change' symposium

[A number of Brothers in Ireland and England have taken part in the Symposium and then attended Training Days in order to gain the skills and resources to run the Symposiums]
"The most critical issue, and the greatest opportunity, of our time......and what you can do about it.

The Symposium takes a fresh look at our most critical current concerns - environmental sustainability, social justice and spiritual fulfilment - and explores and exposes what connects them. A unique, one-day workshop experience, it offers insight into the nature of our world, with leading-edge information, dynamic group interaction and inspiring video clips from some of the world's most respected thinkers and doers, including Paul Hawken, Desmond Tutu, Julia Butterfly Hill, Brian Swimme and Thomas Berry.

The aim of the Symposium is to explore how, by pulling together on an unprecedented scale, we can move in a new direction, towards an era of interconnected action and collective wellbeing. If you are ready to be disturbed, inspired and moved to action - if you are ready to be introduced to a thriving community of like-hearted, deeply committed people - we invite you to come to this Symposium.

The Symposium was created in the United States by The Pachamama Alliance, who generously gifted it to Be The Change. Events continue to take place across USA and Britain, as well as in Holland, Belgium, Ireland, Sweden and Australia!

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International On-line Courses

INTERNATIONAL DISTANCE-LEARNING

Biblical Studies by distance-learning

A flexible 15-module programme leading to a Higher Certificate in Biblical Studies.

Offered by the Catholic Bible College based in Johannesburg, South Africa.

The programme aims to:

+ foster a love and enthusiasm for scripture

+ develop the ability to use various methods in the interpretation of biblical writings

+ develop skills in interpreting scripture within the Catholic tradition

+ help learners to appreciate the power of the Bible in bringing about transformation

+ lead to an understanding of the relationship between scripture and theology.

The programme can be followed in your own home, at your own pace. It is the equivalent of a one year full-time course. You are free to spread your learning over whatever time you decide but we strongly recommend that you complete it in two years.

The programme is offered at present in the form of print materials, supplemented as appropriate by e-mail. No text books or reference books are essential, but you will need your own Bible. Your achievement is assessed by means of one short Assignment and a Portfolio of four short statements of personal reflection for each Module, and a final open-book Examination.

For detailed e-brochure, contact:

Catholic Bible College, PO Box 1954, Rosettenville 2130, South Africa

tel: +27 11 435 7997 – fax: +27 11 436 1317

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website: www.catholicbiblecollege.co.za

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INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS E-COURSE

Acting Justly

An on-line course offered by Edmund Rice International to raise awareness about more effective global action for justice.

Within the broader purpose of contributing to the building of a more just and sustainable world where all enjoy dignity, equality, and freedom, the general aim of the course is to: 

+ assist in developing an “advocacy” mindset to complement the “service” or “charity” mindset within the Edmund Rice Network

+ promote a greater understanding of the work of Edmund Rice International

+ promote a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Catholic Social Justice tradition and understanding of the ideals and work of the United Nations and of the contribution both can make to the building of a more just world.

No prior knowledge is assumed, and whilst it is meant to be informative and interesting it is not an academic course. Best of all it is free and you can work through the material at your own pace.

It is designed for busy people who would like a basic understanding of how organisations such as ERI can work within the UN system to bring about improved outcomes for the most vulnerable people on our planet and for our earth itself. 

The course is divided into eight topics containing material for reading and reflection, some questions for discussion and an opportunity for chat with like-minded people around the world (an optional feature), some suggestions and guidelines for engaging in a simple exercise in advocacy of your own choosing, and some quizzes to test your own understanding. There are no marks or grades associated with the course.

You are welcome to sign up and work through the course individually (each topic takes about two hours to work through). or better still to form a group and work through it together.

The course is open to anyone and there is no charge for participating but to access it you will need to register. E-mail Christian Brother Brian Bond at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. indicating your preferred username (all lowercase with no spaces), and the name of the town or city and the country where you live. You will then be issued with a password which will enable you full access to the course materials.

Website: www.edmundriceinternational.org

Other Spiritual Renewal -Oceania

OCEANIA

Ecology and Spirituality Site Admin

183 Burns Rd. GLENBURN 3717 Victoria, Australia

Events/programs

Various retreats, workshops and courses are conducted on-site, while additional programs are also offered at other centres throughout Victoria and interstate.

Each year a ten-week residential Course/Sabbatical on Ecological Spirituality known as Sacred Earth is held from February to April.

The teaching emphasis at the centre is not so much religious as spiritual in the broader sense, especially as it concerns an attitude and dentification with the earthed tradition; and what is means to be a human in an evolving universe.

Email:

Website: www.edmundrice.org/glenburn

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St Joseph's Spirituality Centre

64 MacKillop Drive NSW 2153, Australia

Sabbatical program, see web site for other offerings

The New Voices Sabbatical is a six week Sabbatical program for religious and lay people.

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Website   http://www.stjosephscentre.org.au/

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Marymount Mercy Centre

PO Box 307 (36 David Road) Castle Hill NSW 1765, Australia

Sabbatical program

Marymount provides a beautiful venue for its present purpose of sponsoring the New Life personal and spiritual renewal programs, "Journeying with New Members" training program for Formators, a Conference Centre, and a Retreat location.

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Website: http://www.marymount.com.au/

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Heart of Life Spirituality Centre

96  Albion Road Box Hill, Vic. 3128

Seminars, Retreats, Formation programs

The way of the heart rests on a contemplative attitude and an authentic discernment that underpins all that we do at Heart of Life - our seminars and workshops, our ministry formation programs and our professional commitment to spiritual direction... the place where the heart finds space to speak. We invite you to join us, as our hearts speak our truth, our longings, and our search for all that is real, true and good.

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Website: www.heartoflife.catholicau.com

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Catholic Theological College

278 Victoria Parade East Melbourne Victoria 

Degree and non degree programs available, see web-site for a complete list of offerings

Catholic Theological College (CTC) is committed to the highest standards of teaching and research in philosophy and theology, within the Catholic tradition.

It shares in the Church’s mission to spread the Gospel, and provides academic formation for people committed to the pastoral service of the Church.

Website: http://www.ctc.edu.au/

Spiritual Renewal -  Europe

European

All Hallows College

Drumcondra, Dublin 9, Ireland

MA Applied Christian Spirituality - see web-site for more offerings

Applied Christian Spirituality brings the resources of spirituality to bear on issues about the meaning of life that come up in work settings, therapeutic settings, relationships or in the context of social issues regarding just and sustainable living. The MA in Applied Christian Spirituality is a one-year full-time MA programme awarded by Dublin City University (DCU).

MA in Applied Christian Spirituality:

http://www.allhallows.ie/programmes/postgrad/applied-christian-spirituality.html

MA in Ecology and Religion:

http://www.allhallows.ie/programmes/postgrad/ecology-a-religion.html

MA in Social Justice and Public Policy:

http://www.allhallows.ie/programmes/postgrad/social-justice-a-public-policy.html

Renewal for ministry Sabbatical programme:

http://www.allhallows.ie/programmes/adultcommunity/renewal-for-ministry.html

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Website: http://www.allhallows.ie/new-ma-in-applied-christian-spirituality.html

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Irish Missionary Union

(IMU) Institute Dalgan Park Navan, Co Meath

Sabbatical program

The Renewal for Ministry Programmes at Dalgan park offer the opportunity for personal growth and renewal in a welcoming and supportive environment to those who are engaged in Christian Ministry.

They also provide space for those who are in transition in ministry to pause and reflect on what they are being called to do next.

E-mail: http://www.imudalganpark.com/

Website: http://www.imudalganpark.com/

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Dominican Ecology Centre

Dominican Convent Wicklow, Ireland

10 week Sabbatical/Ecology program

An Tairseach, is the Irish word for threshold and it suggests a new beginning, an alternative and more sustainable way of working with the land as well as a renewed relationship with the whole community of life, human and non-human

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Website: http://www.ecocentrewicklow.ie/

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Manresa, Jesuit Centre of Spirituality,

426 Clontarf Road, Dollymount, Dublin 3, Ireland.

Programs/retreats

Basing ourselves on the wisdom of St. Ignatius, especially as found in the Spiritual Exercises, we offer in Manresa retreats of all kinds, one-to-one accompaniment, training in spiritual direction, residential and evening programmes, and courses and seminars on a range of topical issues. Our hope is to provide something for everybody – of whatever background or denomination – from the rich inheritance and wisdom of the Ignatian tradition.

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Website: http://www.manresa.ie

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Ireland's National Seminary and Pontifical University Saint Patrick's College, Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland 

M.Th, additional Masters level degrees and Ph.D also available, please see web-site

The Theology Faculty’s own postgraduate section, accounting for approximately 30% of its students, offers postgraduate qualifications from Higher Diploma to doctoral level. The Master’s Degree in Theology (MTh) is offered to students who reach an appropriate standard in their primary Theology degree. The Master's programme includes the possibility of specialising in Moral Theology, Systematic Theology, Biblical Theology, and Pastoral Liturgy. A Doctorate in Theology (PhD) programme is also available.

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Website: http://www.maynoothcollege.ie/prospective/postgrad.shtml

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All Hallows College

Drumcondra, Dublin 9, Ireland

MA Applied Christian Spirituality - see web-site for more offerings

Applied Christian Spirituality brings the resources of spirituality to bear on issues about the meaning of life that come up in work settings, therapeutic settings, relationships or in the context of social issues regarding just and sustainable living. The MA in Applied Christian Spirituality is a one-year full-time MA programme awarded by Dublin City University (DCU).

Social Justice & Public Policy Programme:

http://www.allhallows.ie/programmes/postgrad/social-justice-a-public-policy.html

Applied Christian Spirituality Postgraduate programme:

http://www.allhallows.ie/programmes/postgrad/applied-christian-spirituality.html

MA in Ecology & Religion - New programme for 2011

http://www.allhallows.ie/programmes/postgrad/ecology-a-religion-new-programme-for-2010.html

Renewal for Life Spring 2012 programme

http://www.allhallows.ie/renewal-for-life-spring-2012-programme.html 

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Website: http://www.allhallows.ie

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Loreto House RFM  Programme

Willow Park Rock Road Blackrock, Co. Dublin Ireland 

Pastoral studies program

The programme is experiential, process oriented and intellectually challenging. It prepares people for change in ministry, emerging pastoral needs, initial and on-going formation. In addition the programme incorporates the best contemporary insights to give participants a vision of leadership which energises, renews and affirms them as they return to take up their roles at the end of the year.

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Website: http://www.loretohouse.com/

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The Institute of St Anselm

51-59 Norfolk Road

Cliftonville Kent CT9 2EU

Sabbatical program

The Sabbatical Programme is focused on rekindling your spiritual life, fostering a deeper love of Christ, self and others. Developing a single-minded commitment to the love of Christ, and through this, a deeper acceptance and love and understanding of yourself and others is cultivated and encouraged. You will be supported in your quest for spiritual renewal through communal prayer, private time for insightful reflection and by group interaction and individual counselling.

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Website: http://www.st.anselm.org.uk

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The Retreat Secretary

St Beuno's ST ASAPH Denbighshire, LL17 0AS Wales, UK

Sabbatical program

A somewhat more relaxing and meditative sabbatical than our autumn programme. The centre of the programme is the experience of the full 30 day individually guided Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius, held in silence.

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Website: http://www.beunos.com/3m.htm

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Hawkstone Hall

Marchamley, Shrewsbury, SY4 5LG, England

Sabbatical program

Hawkstone Hall’s flagship course since 1975 is the 3-month renewal programme, the first choice for many priests, religious and lay people who have an opportunity for a sabbatical. With the help of leading speakers and the resident staff, the course will gently engage you to look at your life anew through the process of human and spiritual development.

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Website:  http://www.hawkstone-hall.com

Spiritual Renewal -  India

INDIA

SPCI House-Don Bosco,

B-32 Dashrath Puri  Palam-Dabri Road,

New Delhi -110045 India

Multiple programs/events/retreats offered see web site for complete list

Wherever we work, ‘Youth Resource Development’ through education and evangelization is the focus of all our concern - because we believe that our total dedication to the young is our best gift to humanity.

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Website: http://www.donboscoindia.com/english/defaultbosco.php

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MARANATHA RETREAT HOUSE

c/o SFX Church, 135 Jalan Gasing,

46000 Petaling Jaya

Retreat programs

The prayer experience of a retreat awakens a deeper communication and heightens awareness of God's presence in one's life and work. God is host and invites this closer relationship with him, guided by an experienced retreat director.

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Website: http://www.maranatharetreathouse.com/contact.htm

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Divine Retreat

Fr. George Panackal V.C.

Muringoor P.O. Chalakudy - 680 316 Kerala, India 

Retreat programs

Divine Retreat Centre is the largest Catholic Retreat Centre in the world. Retreats in English and other Indian languages (Hindi, Konkani and Kannada) & Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu are held back-to-back non-stop every week of the year.

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Website: http://www.drcm.org/retreat/retreat-information

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Dhyanavana

International Institute of Spirituality

R. S. Naidu Nagar

N. R. Mohalla Post

Mysore - 570 007 (Karnataka)

Retreat programs/Seminars

The face of the world around us is changing fast. The sure fire solutions to life questions of yesterday are just damp squib for today’s challenges.

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Website: http://www.carmelifekgprovince.in/s-centre1.htm

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Dhyana Sadhana

Cloistered Carmel Annexe ,Bogadi, Mysore - 570 026 (Karnataka)

Retreat programs

• Six months Certificate course in Spirituality for Senior Women Religious from October to March.
• Two Months Formation Course from April to June
• Five weeks Certificate course in Psycho-Spirituality ending with a retreat from April to May.
• Three weeks course on Formation to Contemplation for OCD Sisters in September
• Retreat for Priests and Religious in October
• Retreat in preparation for Easter

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Website: http://www.carmelifekgprovince.in/s-centre2.htm

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Carmelite Spirituality Centre

Sheetal Nagar, Mira Road (E) - 401 107

Thane Dist. Maharashtra

Retreat programs

ANUBHAV has the purpose and goal of sharing experiences, enhancing spiritual experiences, deepening contemplative, meditative and prayer experiences, and finally the Institute will help people to reach authentic GOD-EXPERIENCE.

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Website: http://www.carmelifekgprovince.in/s-centre3.htm

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Ryshivana

Institute of Indian Christian Spirituality – IICS

Ranipura, Kothar, Munnur Post, Mangalore – 575017.

Retreat programs

As the name “Ryshi” itself suggests, the main objective of the centre is the promotion of Religion, Yoga (which stands for different oriental methods, like yoga, vipasana, zen, koan, transcendental meditation etc. that help a person in inner serenity, Prayer, meditation and even health), spirituality and holistic health.

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Website: http://www.carmelifekgprovince.in/s-centre4.htm

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Dhyanashram

Carmelite Fathers
Rajodi, Last Bus Stop
Kalamb Post
Vasai, Thane - 401 304 (Maharashtra)
Tel: 0250 – 2584551

Retreat programs

Week-long retreats, week-end programmes, directed retreat, seminars and courses on prayer, spiritual renewal programmes for various groups (youth, couples, associations, church organizations).

Website:  http://www.carmelifekgprovince.in/retreat2.htm

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Jerusalem Retreat Centre

Thalore By Pass Road

Pulakkattukara

Thrissur - 680 306

Retreat programs

People come for spiritual rejuvenation and liberation from the evils, bondage of alcohol and drug addiction. the sick and ailing people are healed. After long years of issueless of married life, barren women are bearing fruit of their ardent prayer .The powerful presence of Jesus Christ is felt . The sick were healed, sinner were forgiven, the bondages were broken, The good news of salvation has instilled non hope.

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Website: http://www.jerusalemcentre.org/index.html

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NORTH AMERICA

Gonzaga University

Religious Studies Graduate Program

502 E. Boone Ave

Spokane, WA 99258-0057

MA in Spirituality

The Department of Religious Studies at Gonzaga University offers the Master of Arts in Religious Studies to meet the needs of persons seeking greater understanding and practical knowledge of biblical studies, systematic theology and spirituality. This program is designed as a terminal degree or as preparation for doctoral studies.

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Website: www.gonzaga.edu/religious-studies

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Graduate Theological Union

2400 Ridge Road

Berkeley, California

94709

PhD in Spirituality, Graduate

The doctoral program in Christian Spirituality prepares students to read and interpret biblical texts for Christian Spirituality; to contextualize the major figures, texts, and themes in the historical development of Christian Spirituality; to achieve a dialogical understanding of another spirituality not within the Christian tradition; and to do research and create analytical arguments in this interdisciplinary field. With these skills students have graduated from the program and gone on to teach religious studies, Christian Spirituality, and theology in undergraduate and graduate programs in colleges, universities, and seminaries; to administer and deliver programs at retreat centers; and to serve churches at local, regional, national, and international levels.

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Website: http://www.gtu.edu/academics/areas/christian-spirituality

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Fordham University

Rose Hill Campus

441 E. Fordham Road

Bronx, NY 10458

MA in Pastoral Counseling and Spiritual Care

The Master of Arts program in Pastoral Counseling and Spiritual Care trains students to be clinical pastoral counselors and serve as pastoral ministers who can address everyday psychological and spiritual issues and concerns. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to become licensed mental health counselors. It also provides training for those working with families, congregations and other professional institutions.

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Website: http://www.fordham.edu/academics/colleges__graduate_s/graduate__profession/graduate_school_of_r/academics/traditional_certific/

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Drew University

36 Madison Ave,

Madison NJ 07940

D.min Worship, Spirituality and Preaching

The Worship, Spirituality and Preaching DMIN concentration is offered to those specializing in ministries of liturgy, music, preaching and spiritual formation, and who are sensitive to the spirituality of geography, sacred space and seasonal emphasis. It features team-teaching, travel-study, intensive sessions and active learning at several geographical and seasonal sites including: Celebration Village, Orlando, FL: Quellen Retreat Center, Mendham, NJ: Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association, NJ: Saint Deiniol's Residential Library, Wales

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Website: http://www.drew.edu/theo-content.aspx?id=1816#contact

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Creighton University

2500 California Plaza

Omaha, NE 68178

MA Christian Spirituality, Graduate Certificate in Spiritual Direction and Directed Retreat

The Master of Arts with a major in Christian Spirituality and the Graduate Certificate in Spiritual Direction and Directed Retreat are summer-only programs of graduate-level courses that combine solid academic content with personal appropriation of the content of Christian faith through prayer and worship and application of these to one's life and ministry.

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Website:  http://www.creighton.edu

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Union Theological Seminary

in the City of New York

3041 Broadway at 121st Street, New York, NY 10027

MDIV, Master of Sacred Theology STM

The primary focus of the academic program is on the delivery of a strong, well-focused Master of Divinity degree program that seeks to balance the Seminary's core values with the diverse experiences and needs of its students.

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Website:  http://u.tsnyc.edu

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Columbia Theological Seminary

701 S. Columbia Dr.

Decatur, GA  30030 

M. Div

Columbia's M.Div. program challenges students to look anew at Christian tradition and reflect upon its contemporary significance. It thus prepares them to transform that reflection into action in ministry with the people of God. From critical perspectives-biblical, historical-doctrinal, and practical-faculty and students examine the crucial challenges of ministry today. Biblical studies, theology, worship, church history, and pastoral leadership provide the grounding for dynamic ministry.

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Website: http://www.ctsnet.edu

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Washington Teological Union

6896 Laurel Street, NW

Washington, DC 20012

Dmin in Spirituality

The Doctor of Ministry in Christian Spirituality program offers a professional degree that integrates theological development and pastoral practice for effective leadership as a full-time minister.  The program focuses on the study of classical spirituality, its relevance to contemporary forms of ministry, its transformative role in the life of the minister and its potential for influencing social systems. Courses stimulate in-depth inquiry into the contemporary expression of the spiritual life, while drawing upon the rich reserve and inspiration of the Franciscan, Carmelite, Redemptorist, Augustinian, Ignatian and Salesian traditions.

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Website: http://www.wtu.edu/academics/dmin/index.htm

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Andover Newton Theological School

210 Herrick Road

Newton Centre, MA 02459

Certificate programs, Master of Arts in Religious Education (M.A.R.E.)

Master of Arts in Theological Studies (M.A.T.S.)

Master of Arts in Theological Research (M.A.T.R.) see web site for more information

The Focused Certificate program is similar to the general certificate program described above, but it invites students to take five courses in a single academic discipline under the advisement of a Faculty member in that discipline. Unlike the general Certificate described above, Focused Certificates may also be earned by students in other degree programs, such as the M.Div. and D.Min., in recognition of specializations students develop through their elective courses.

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Website:  http://www.ants.edu

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ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY - SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY & MINISTRY

16401 NW 37TH AVENUE

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33054

INTERNATIONAL ONLINE PROGRAM IN SPIRITUAL STUDIES

This Online Certificate Program consists of four courses covering the history of Christian Spirituality. Through these courses you will be introduced to the rich experience of how others have sought and found God.

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Website:  http://www.stu.edu

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Union Institute & University

Cincinnati Academic Center

Office of Admissions

440 E. McMillan Street

Cincinnati, OH 45206-1925 

Certificate program

Human Development and Wellness – Includes studies in positive growth and wellness over the lifespan. Studies address cognitive, affective, physical and/or spiritual aspects of lifespan development. Students may focus this concentration on such topics as resiliency, successful ageing, spiritual development, parenting, and psycho-educational approaches that support wellness across the lifespan. This concentration is open to students who possess a Master’s degree in general psychology, developmental psychology, educational psychology, counseling psychology or a closely related field.

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Website:  http://www.myunion.edu

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Holy Names University—Sophia Center

3500 Mountain Blvd. Oakland, CA

Certificate in Culture and Spirituality

Sabbatical

MA

• A Sophia Certificate is available for students who do not have a B.A. degree prior to entering the program or who choose not to write a final project.
• Sabbatical - A four month Sophia Sabbatical, in either the Fall or Spring semester, offers an opportunity to use the resources and setting of the Sophia Center to find rest and rejuvenation.
• MA - The Sophia Center's basic academic course of study offers a Master's degree in nine months. It is designed for those who can become full-time students for a traditional late August through May academic year. A rich diversity of courses designed to focus and amplify your spirit.

Telephone: 800-794-8813

Website:  http://uniquewebdesignandprinting.com/sophia/certificate.html

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Oblate School of Theology

285 Oblate Drive,

San Antonio, TX 78216

Sabbatical Program

MA in Spirituality

• Holistic in its design, Ministry to Ministers Sabbatical Program is a four-month residential program. Its focus is on the renewal of personal and spiritual growth, addressing the needs of body, mind and spirit. A key objective of Ministry to Ministers is integration: the participants should be able to assimilate and apply their four-month experience to their everyday living, wherever their future ministry takes them.
• MA - The Master of Arts (Spirituality) provides a basic understanding of Christian spirituality. Students will be challenged to grow in their own spirituality as they study various Christian spiritual and mystical traditions. Graduates of this program will be valuable resources for renewal centers, spiritual direction, parish and retreat work.

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Website:  http://www.ost.edu

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Santa Clara University

500 El Camino Real

Santa Clara, CA 95053

Sabbatical

Mdiv, several other Degree programs available, see web-site

Your sabbatical, your time! New Directions offers men and women, priests, religious, and laity, the flexibility to design their sabbatical experience from a variety of options. Your fellow participants are persons with years of experience in ministry who desire to integrate and deepen their spirituality in order to prepare for the next phase of their lives. Here, they find a balance of personal reflection, relaxation and renewal, and updating in theology and spirituality.

Mdiv - The Master of Divinity is a three-year academic and professional degree that meets the needs for both academic training and pastoral experience of those preparing for pastoral ministry in the Roman Catholic Church in the U.S. To accomplish this purpose, the Jesuit School of Theology provides courses of instruction in theology and related disciplines, introduces students to the use of source materials and the practice of scholarly work and investigation, and provides opportunities for supervised experience in pastoral ministry. The M.Div. degree is the ordinary course of theological education and training for those preparing for ordination to presbyteral ministry.

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Website:  http://www.scu.edu

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SAT Sabbatical

5890 Birch Court

Oakland, CA 94618

Sabbatical

The Sabbatical at SAT (School of Applied Theology) mission, in part, is to facilitate the appreciation of one's own inner resources, authority, and wisdom.  Insights are provided into more holistic ways of living and understanding ourselves, our relationships, our church and our God.

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Website:  http://www.SATGTU.org

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Regis College

100 Wellesley St. W,

Toronto, ON  M5S 2Z5 Canada

MA in Theology

The Master of Theological Studies Program complements previous professional or academic training. It enables students to engage in a dialogue between their profession and theology in an environment enriched by graduate theological research. It also provides an initial intellectual formation for those preparing for professional ministry, and an ongoing professional development program for experienced church ministers.

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Website:  http://www.regiscollege.ca

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LOYOLA University Chicago

Institute of Pastoral Studies ·

820 North Michigan Avenue, Lewis Towers 630,

Chicago, IL 60611

MA in Spirituality/Spiritual Direction

Integrating theology, spirituality and psychology, this M.A. program focuses on Christian spirituality as a challenging resource for meaningful and healthy living in the face of suffering and adversity. Students deepen their own spiritual understanding and their awareness of the resources within the Christian tradition. They develop critical and empathetic capacities and excellent discernment skills important to genuine spiritual growth.

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Website:  http://www.uc.edu

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Boston College

School of Theology and Ministry

140 Commonwealth Avenue

Chestnut, Hill, MA

02467-3800

Degree and non degree programs available, please check web-site for more information

Whether you want to enrich your spiritual life through one of our many lectures, prepare for a vocation in ministry, or enter into an academically rigorous theological education, the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry has something to offer you.

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Website:  http://www.bc.edu/schools/stm/adadprog/degree.html

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University of Notre Dame

Department of Theology

130 Malloy Hall

Notre Dame, IN  46556 

Degree and non degree programs available, please check web-site for more information

The Department of Theology offers graduate students a choice of five outstanding degree-granting programs. You can choose the course of study best suited to your career aspirations. All five programs offer Notre Dame’s distinctive combination of resources in teaching, research, the dynamic life of a supportive academic community, and a well-rounded, person-centered preparation for service to the Church.

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Website:  http://www.theology.nd.edu/graduate-program/

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Sangre de Cristo Center

410 State Road 592

Santa Fe NM 87506

Sabbatical Program

Sangre de Cristo Center's 100 day sabbatical program has been in continuous operation and evolution since 1962. Twice each year, 36 men and women participants from around the world journey to Santa Fe to take time away to be refreshed and renewed.

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Website:  http://www.sangredecristo.org/sabbatical.html

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Thomas Merton Center

P.O. Box 60061

Palo Alto, CA  94306

Programs/Retreats

The Thomas Merton Center's Spiritual Education Committee plans and presents quality programs that are informative, timely, provocative, and broadening. These programs attract Catholics and non-Catholics alike.

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Website:  http://www.thomasmerton.org

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Franciscan School of Theology

1712 Euclid Avenue

Berkeley, CA  94709-1294

MA in Ministry for a  Multicultural Church, additional degree programs available, see web-site

The Master of Arts in Ministry for a Multicultural Church (MAMC) is a two-year professional degree that integrates theological reflection, congregational studies, supervised field education, spiritual formation, and academic theological education for effective ministerial leadership in a culturally diverse environment.

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Website:  http://www.fst.edu/academics/index academics.html

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Jesuits of the California Province

P.O. Box 68

Los Gatos, CA 95031-0068

Sabbatical/Retreat Programs

Retreats were close to the heart of St. Ignatius. Today, California Province Jesuits strive to maintain retreat facilities with a peaceful environment where men and women, through the experience of prayer, can discover and deepen their relationship with God.

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Website:  http://www.jesuitscalifornia.org

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Canossian Spirituality Center

5625 Isleta Blvd. SW

Albuquerque, NM  87105

Midlife and beyond continues to inwardly beckon us to become more and more who we are called to be. It is an invitation to rediscover our true identity as individual persons, Christians and as Religious Ministers. It is a summons to enter into the core of our being for personal and cosmic transformation.

The six-week program offers participants the time, the space and the guidance to step back from their ordinary chronos activities into the kairos moment of the Sabbath. This special time is an invitation to take that long, loving look in thanksgiving for one’s life and ministry to embrace our present and to look with hope to all that is yet to come.

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Website:  http://canossianspiritualitycenter.org/sabbatical.html

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Catholic Theological Union

5401 South Cornell Ave

Chicago, Illinois 60615-5698

Sabbatical program

The mission of the Hesburgh Sabbatical at Catholic Theological Union is to gather Catholic ministers for a renewal, broadening and deepening of their personal, professional and spiritual lives all within the context of a residential international faith community 

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Website:  http://www.ctu.edu

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Mercy Center

520 West Buena Ventura St

Colorado Springs, CO 80907 

Sabbatical Program

Our Sabbatical Program provides a unique program design of personal and professional growth opportunities that envelope a whole person approach for growth, healing and renewal. The eclectic blend of spirituality, psychology, theology, education, therapeutic experiences, inner healing, spiritual direction, art expressions, dream work, body/breath work, and healing touch provides a dynamic and innovative opportunity for personal growth and renewal.

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Website: http://www.mercycenter.com/Mercy_Center,_Inc/Sabbatical_Programs_USA.html

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Rockhaven

7621 Rivermont Trail

House Springs, MO 63051

Retreats/and programs

Therefore, Rockhaven Ecozoic Center's mission is to create an environment and model a way of living that embodies our connection with Earth. Our intention is to promote eco-spiritual awareness in ourselves and in those who experience Rockhaven Ecozoic Center. Our environment and programs support and nourish the mutual transformation of Earth and the Human Spirit. We consider this mission to be a basic work of Justice.

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Website: http://www.rockhavencenter.org/progovrv.htm

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Saint Meinrad School of Theology

200 Hill Drive

St. Meinrad, IN 47577

Sabbatical programs

Those who choose Saint Meinrad for their sabbatical are women and men from all areas of Church life, many of whom are involved in ministry. Priests, deacons, religious and lay persons are all welcome. Sabbaticals also can be designed for educators and administrators. 

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Website: http://www.saintmeinrad.edu/programs_sab_contact.aspx

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Springbank Retreat

1345 Springbank Road Kingstree, SC 29556

Sabbatical/retreat programs

Springbank offers a quiet rural setting with woodlands and water gardens, a simple, casual life style, and prayer and ritual with an earth-oriented and creation-centered perspective.

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Website: http://www.springbankretreat.org/

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St. Patrick's Seminary & University

320 Middlefield Road

Menlo Park CA, 94025

M.Div

The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) is the ordinary professional degree for those preparing for ordained Roman Catholic Priesthood. It is also open to people qualified with appropriate background. It is earned by the successful completion of the regular Seminary academic and pastoral curriculum requiring 118 units of credit (110 required units plus eight elective units) as outlined below in the "Course of Studies for M.Div." (For students who are not pursuing ordination to the Roman Catholic Priesthood, the total number of units is 106.) 

Website: http://www.stpatricksseminary.org/academic/mdiv.html

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Green Mountain Monastery

420 Hillcrest Road

Greensboro, VT 05841

Programs/retreats

We are a new monastery in the Catholic tradition, whose founding mission gathers its inspiration from our mentor and co-founder, Rooted in the long lineage of this tradition we engage with it at this new "Moment of Grace," as it enters into its cosmological / planetary phase. Here at our monastery we place the ancient monastic values of prayer and silence, simplicity and scholarship, manual labor, organic farming and the cultivation of the arts at the service of the entire Earth community in order to promote a sustainable future.

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Website: http://www.greenmountainmonastery.org/

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Genesis Farm

41A Silver Lake Road

Blairstown, NJ 07825

Programs/retreats

Transformation of a culture’s awareness, beliefs, and stories about the Universe, and the place and purpose of humans within it, is the foundation for any deep change in the world. This understanding is core to our mission as we work with others to transform the ecological devastation being caused by the western industrial economy. Through its educational programs and its commitment to action, Genesis Farm offers diverse and innovative educational experiences that inspire a comprehensive approach to change, both personal and social.

Phone:  908-362-6735

Fax:      908-362-9387

Website: http://www.genesisfarm.org/

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Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

53 Mill Street

Westfield, MA 01085-4253

Sabbatical

Our sabbatical program caters to persons who wish to create their own program with a staff member. Our experience has been that the person who chooses Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center for sabbatical is a person who is looking for time and space apart in an atmosphere of quiet beauty. Some want to just rest and relax and take time to process all that has been happening in their lives. Others choose to create their own program by selecting from our extensive program calendar of lectures, workshops, mini-courses and retreats.

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Website: http://www.genesiscenter.us/sabbatical.html

Spiritual Renewal -  Other areas

OTHER

Tantur Ecumenical Institute for Theological Studies

Box 19556, 91194 Jerusalem, Israel

Six month, three and four week scholars programs

We assist the search for Christian unity and interchurch harmony among diverse Christian communions. We seek a broader and deeper understanding of each other's faith and traditions, ethics and social witness, liturgies and pieties.

We explore the relationships between Christians and peoples of other world faiths, especially Jews and Muslims.

We participate in the search for world peace and justice, through theological study and through exploring human rights and conflict resolution in different religious and social contexts.

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Website: http://tantur.org/

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Bat Kol Institute

POB 10379

Jerusalem 91103

Israel 

See web site for complete list of offerings 

Bat Kol Institute exists to foster Jewish Studies, defined as study of the Word

of God (Torah) within its Jewish milieu, using Jewish sources, ancient and modern, with the help of Jewish and Christian scholars. Our Reason for these studies is that Christianity is rooted in Judaism as a plant is rooted in the earth; it cannot live apart from the soil in which it is planted.

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Website: http://www.batkol.info/