Welcome from the Coordinator of Intellectual Formation | Pope St. John XXIII National Seminary
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Welcome from the Coordinator of Intellectual Formation | Pope St. John XXIII National Seminary
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Rev. Joseph Zwosta
Welcome from the Coordinator of Intellectual Formation
Greetings in the Lord,
Thank you for your interest in Pope St. John XXIII National Seminary. As Coordinator of Intellectual Formation, I am happy to review the intellectual program with you.
At Pope St. John XXIII we believe that our seminarians are offered a balanced program in a healthy, happy, and mature environment specifically suited for the adult learner. We seek to assist candidates in attaining the various skills and competencies necessary for today's priestly ministry, thus enabling them to communicate to others what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ. It is our belief that a solid education in biblical, historical, pastoral, moral, spiritual, liturgical, sacramental and systematic theological studies will nourish the spiritual life, deepen self-knowledge, promote confidence in articulating the Catholic faith, foster a sense of community and enhance the development of well-integrated and committed candidates. In essence, seminarians enter a process in which the fullest development of their talents is sought for the good of the Church.
Our Seminary has two intellectual programs:
Master of Divinity (four-year program in theology on a graduate level)
Pre-Theology (an optional one-year preparatory program in philosophy and undergraduate-level theology for candidates for whom it is deemed appropriate)
The curriculum of theological studies is designed to instill what is central to our Faith and Tradition in an integrated human, spiritual, and pastoral formation program. In an age when good pastoral leaders are needed more than ever, instructors familiar with pastoral work and parish life are preparing future ordained ministers of God’s people here at Pope St. John XXIII.
Thank you again for your interest. We hope you will find this information valuable as you follow the path along which the Lord is calling you.
Sincerely,
Rev. Joseph Zwosta
Coordinator of Intellectual Formation
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Rev. Joseph Zwosta
Welcome from the Coordinator of Intellectual Formation
Greetings in the Lord,
Thank you for your interest in Pope St. John XXIII National Seminary. As Coordinator of Intellectual Formation, I am happy to review the intellectual program with you.
At Pope St. John XXIII we believe that our seminarians are offered a balanced program in a healthy, happy, and mature environment specifically suited for the adult learner. We seek to assist candidates in attaining the various skills and competencies necessary for today's priestly ministry, thus enabling them to communicate to others what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ. It is our belief that a solid education in biblical, historical, pastoral, moral, spiritual, liturgical, sacramental and systematic theological studies will nourish the spiritual life, deepen self-knowledge, promote confidence in articulating the Catholic faith, foster a sense of community and enhance the development of well-integrated and committed candidates. In essence, seminarians enter a process in which the fullest development of their talents is sought for the good of the Church.
Our Seminary has two intellectual programs:
Master of Divinity (four-year program in theology on a graduate level)
Pre-Theology (an optional one-year preparatory program in philosophy and undergraduate-level theology for candidates for whom it is deemed appropriate)
The curriculum of theological studies is designed to instill what is central to our Faith and Tradition in an integrated human, spiritual, and pastoral formation program. In an age when good pastoral leaders are needed more than ever, instructors familiar with pastoral work and parish life are preparing future ordained ministers of God’s people here at Pope St. John XXIII.
Thank you again for your interest. We hope you will find this information valuable as you follow the path along which the Lord is calling you.
Sincerely,
Rev. Joseph Zwosta
Coordinator of Intellectual Formation
Home
About Us
Welcome from the Rector
Mission Statement and History
Our Seminarians
Our Campus
Dioceses Served
Employment
Governance and Finance
CARES ACT-HEERF
Financial Statements and Management Summaries
Seminary by the Numbers
Chapel Livestream
Newsletters
Vocations
Message from the Director of the Seminary Vocation Team
Admissions
FAQ
First Friday Discernment Visits
Never Too Late - Podcast
Reflection: The Ministry of Presence to Our People
Request More Information
Formation
Human
Overview: The Seminarian Experience
Spiritual
Intellectual
Goals and Objectives
Indult
Course Listing
Formation Catalog
Academic Requirements/Grading
Learning Center
Academic Calendar
Pastoral
Our Faculty
Accreditation
Statement of Effectiveness
Alumni
Class Photos
Alumni News
Alumni - Submit News
Alumni Days
Directory
Events
Contact Us
Support Us
Fundraising Events
Donate Online
The Importance of Support
Ways to Give