The goal of Pastoral Studies is to prepare ordained Catholic clergy, vowed religious, students for ordination in the Catholic Church, and lay ecclesial ministers for pastoral ministry through a coordinated program of courses in academic subjects, pastoral skills, and supervised ministry.

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Why Study Theology in D.C.?

Catholic University’s location in Washington, D.C., means that it helps shape issues of the public moment. This is where theological thinking in the United States moves from the classroom to the culture.

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