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ADULT THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM DOING THEOLOGY AND MISSION IN THE AGE OF GLOBALIZATION In its document on The Church in the Modern World, the Second Vatican Council stressed the need for renewal and adaptation in a rapidly changing world. Speaking of the world of the 1960s, it said: “The accelerated pace of history is such that one can scarcely keep abreast of it. The destiny of the human race is becoming uniquely one and is no longer seen, as it were, in the diverse histories of various peoples: now it merges into a complete whole. And so humankind substitutes a dynamic and more evolutionary concept of nature for a static one, and the result is an immense series of new problems calling for a new endeavor of analysis and synthesis” (Gaudium Spes # 5). That was more than forty years ago. If these words were justified then - as indeed they were - how much more relevant are they today in an age of globalization? They have really been prophetically fulfilled. While Vatican II saw the emergence of a new church, it scarcely foresaw the extent to which we now live in a global village. The term “globalization” has been coined to describe the reality of a shrinking but ever more complex world due to mass communication, world-wide commerce, internationalization and intercultural living. The whole world with all its diversities of race, religion and culture is now on our very doorstep. On the credit side, this process has provided new forms of employment in an open labor market, developed new sources of wealth and access to education. It is an age of the mobile phone and the world-wide web. It has opened up opportunities for interreligious dialogue and the appreciation of cultures, so vitally important in a world where we must all live together. Sadly, however, globalization has also meant greater socio-economic disparities among nations, marginalization of the poor and structural injustice. It has created a culture of consumerism side by side with the scandal of widespread poverty in a world of plenty. It has also plunged the world into a crisis of climate change (i.e., global warming as a result of carbon-based economics. In these circumstances, the Christian message of salvation has taken on a new level of urgency and meaning. The context of doing theology and mission today throws up new questions and challenges, making the task of communicating this message neither simple nor easy. More than ever, committed Christians - religion teachers, pastoral workers, religious brothers and sisters, missionaries and priests - need to do theology and mission in a relevant and effective way. Genuine relevance, however, requires at the same time a deepening of Christian identity, of faithfulness to the memory and spirit of Jesus, to be realized through the witness of disciples. Maryhill School of Theology (MST) seeks to respond to the signs of the times. It offers students an opportunity for intellectual and spiritual renewal in the contemporary world. The means to this goal is the MST curriculum as applied in the Adult Theological Education Program (ATEP) and Graduate Programs through which students can develop their areas of competence in order to contribute to advancing well-being and renewal in the church and the world. OUR STUDY PROGRAMS ATEP CERTIFICATE Launched in 1983, the Adult Theological Education Program (ATEP) is designed for the ongoing formation of priests, religious and lay leaders, for the faculty development of Catholic schools, and for personal updating. After finishing the 15 courses, they may obtain a certificate of completion. An interview with the Assistant to the Dean is necessary before enrollment for proper guidance. MA PROGRAMS MA RELIGIOUS STUDIES is an academic degree requiring a minimum of 15 major courses [45 units of 3 units each which can be finished in 2 years (4 courses per semester) or less, if some courses are taken in summer]. The comprehensive exams can be taken in the first semester of the third year, while the thesis proposal in preparation for thesis writing can be done in the second semester. MA PASTORAL MINISTRY is a professional, non-thesis degree requiring a minimum of 15 major courses (45 units of 3 units each) plus at least 9 units of pastoral ministry courses. Students can finish the courses in 2 1/2 years (4 courses per semester) or less, if some courses are taken in summer. The comprehensive exams can be taken in the first or second semester of the third year, while the project paper can be done after. OUR STUDY REQUIREMENTS ADMISSION An undergraduate degree, attested in an Official Transcript of Records (accompanied by a Certificate of Transfer/Honorable Dismissal Form) is submitted upon application. Twenty-four (24) units of college theology [12] and philosophy [12] are required as prerequisites, but if the applicant lacks these units he or she will have to take equivalent “C” courses in MST along with the required MA courses. An interview with the Assistant to the Dean will be conducted for assessment and guidance before enrollment. DEGREE COMPLETION To continue in the Graduate Program and earn a degree, a student must: Finish all the required courses with a weighted average of at least 1.75 for MA Religious Studies or 2.00 for MA Pastoral Ministry. Pass the comprehensive examinations; and Submit and defend or present for evaluation a research text: Thesis for MA Religious Studies or Project paper for MA Pastoral Ministry. OUR COURSE SESSIONS During the semesters, classes for lay and religious professionals are held on weekdays, 6:00-8:00 in the evening; and on Saturdays, 8:00-10:00 and 10:15-12:10 in the morning. Summer courses are offered from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 12:00 in the morning. A minimum class size of 12 students is required for a course not to be cancelled. Any payment made for a cancelled course will be refunded. OUR STUDY COURSES The ATEP consists mainly of fifteen (15) courses. They cover the main areas of Scripture and Theology. Courses classified as [A] are for beginners; these courses are pre-requisites to the advanced courses classified as [B] (see arrows).
ENROLLMENT PROCEDURES 1. Submit the following to the Registrar after due consultation with the Assistant to the Dean/Academic Dean: • for degree students: a. two (2) 1x1 ID pictures b. original college transcript of records and certificate of transfer credential (new students) c. registration form approved by the Dean • for audit students: a. two (2) 1x1 ID pictures b. photocopy of college transcript of records (TOR) b. registration form approved by the Dean NB: New enrollees are also required to fill out an application form. Foreigners must submit a copy of their ACR, visa papers & authenticated transcript of record with English translation. 2. Submit completed forms to the Cashier for assessment and settlement of accounts. At least fifty percent (50%) of the total school fees must be paid upon enrollment and the balance must be settled before midterm exams. Classcard(s) will be issued after payment of fees. No student will be admitted in class without a duly signed classcard |
Maryhill School of Theology62, 14th St. corner Gilmore Ave., New Manila, Quezon City 1112, PHILIPPINES' [63(2)] 721.2695; 7 [63(2)] 722.4566 For inquiries,
send mail to
mstregistar@maryhillschooloftheology.com;
mstregistrar.maryhill@gmail.com
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