Newly Ordained Priests
With a national study of new priests indicating that 10 – 15 percent leave in the first five years, this program aims to reduce those numbers by helping seminarians make a seamless transition into parish life. Learn more >>
Gearing Up To Be A Pastor
For a new priest, preparing to lead a parish means there are lots of new questions. This program helps priests gain the knowledge and skills they need to truly shepherd a parish. Learn more >>
Newly Appointed Pastors
This program gets the new pastor off to the right start with the formation and training needed to develop and lead today’s Catholic parish. Learn more >>
Capstone Retreat
A retreat in a beautiful, relaxing, off-campus setting celebrates the completion of the two-year Newly Appointed Pastors program. Learn more >>
Mentor Training
Diocesan personnel are trained by the Institute to help new pastors become effective, productive parish leaders. Learn more >>
Presbyteral Unity
For priests in a diocese to work together effectively, they must forge a collective sense of identity with their bishop. Programs are designed to help dioceses better serve the mission of the Church. Learn more >>