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This course leads students toward a deeper understanding of the mystery of the Triune God and of Jesus Christ, through reflection upon Revelation (Scripture and Tradition) and Church teaching, and with the use of reason. Study of the three Persons of the Blessed Trinity opens a rich theological dialogue on related topics such as creation, kenosis, liturgy, ecclesiology, iconography, and the Mother of God. Students are invited to reflect on our course topics in relation to evangelization and to the art of ministry.

This class will meet in person at Saint John’s Hall.

Instructor: Dr. Tumeinski
Schedule: Alternating Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Dates:
Aug. 29, Sept. 12, Sept. 26, Oct. 3, Oct. 24, Nov. 7, Nov. 21, Dec. 5

Booklist

• A contemporary Catholic translation of the Bible.
• Gilles Emery. The Trinity: An Introduction to Catholic Doctrine on the Triune God. Translated by Matthew Levering. Washington, DC: Catholic University of America Press, 2011.
• Gerard Luttenberger, C.M. An Introduction to Christology. CreateSpace, 2012.
• Additional brief readings will be shared as PDF documents.

This course invites students to explore the foundational sources, principles, virtues, concepts, and domains of Catholic moral theology. Following Christ—indeed, friendship with Jesus—is the essential foundation of the moral life for the disciple, family, and Church. Our study of moral theology brings together faith and reason, with an examination of Scripture and Sacred Tradition while responding to the demands of reason. Students are invited to reflect on our course topics in relation to the power of bearing moral witness for evangelization and to the centrality of moral law in the exercise of ministry.

This course is a hybrid course of alternating in-person sessions at Our Lady Help of Christians Parish Center and online meetings using the Canvas learning platform.

Instructor: Dr. Tumeinski
Schedule: Tuesdays, 5:00–7:00 p.m.

Booklist

• A contemporary Catholic translation of the Bible.
• Servais Pinckaers, OP. The Sources of Christian Ethics, 3rd edition. Washington, DC: Catholic University of America Press, 1995.
• Additional brief readings will be shared as PDF documents.

The formation for MAM and MTS students during the 2026–2027 academic year will be held together, focusing on personal growth and spiritual growth in prayer. These monthly meetings for first- and second-year students typically begin with Mass, followed by a human formation conference and a spiritual formation conference.

Rev. Michael MacInnis leads the human formation sessions, while Prof. Mary Ann McLaughlin leads the spiritual formation sessions. The Saturday morning four-hour sessions conclude with Daytime Prayer.

Classes are held at Our Lady Help of Christians Parish Center in Newton, MA. Twice a year, in January 2027 and May 2027, sessions are scheduled for Monday evenings at Saint John’s Seminary in Brighton and consist of prayer and Theological Reflection on pastoral experience. Field Education Supervisors are invited to attend.

Registration is required for both semesters, Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, to complete one of two years of Formation required.

Instructors: Rev. M. MacInnis & Prof. Mary Ann McLaughlin

Schedule:
One Saturday per month, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Plus two Monday evenings in January and May, 5:00–9:00 p.m.

Fall 2026 Dates:
Saturdays: Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 14, Dec. 12

Spring 2027 Dates:
Mondays: Jan. 18 and May 3
Saturdays: Jan. 30 and Mar. 13

Four semesters of pastoral placement are required to complete the MAM degree, to provide students experiential engagement in Church life and lay ministries.