Annual Hispanic Ministry Renewal Day
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Hispanic Theology and Ministry
Through diverse programs and partnerships focused on advancing Hispanic ministry and scholarship, CSTM prepares ministers, academics, educators, and Church leaders to serve the needs of Hispanic Catholics in the United States. Alongside our degree and certificate programs, CSTM's Formaci贸n Continua courses provide continuing education to some 20,000 people around the world, entirely in Spanish.听
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Prepare to serve and lead in an increasingly Hispanic Church.
45%
of all Catholics self-identify as Hispanic or Latinx
Academic Programs
Students in all of our graduate degree programs can incorporate courses in Hispanic theology and ministry. We also offer a dedicated certificate and a concentration within our M.A. program.听
M.A. in Theology and Ministry
Our M.A. program offers an optional Hispanic Ministry concentration for interested students. This master's program can be completed full-time on BC's campus or in a part-time, hybrid format that combines online courses with in-person summer sessions.
Certificate in Theology and Ministry
This flexible 18-credit certificate program can be completed entirely online. It provides a broad grounding in theology and ministry that can be tailored toward ministerial work with Hispanic faith communities.
Certificate in Hispanic Ministry
Are you already serving Hispanic communities or interested in doing so in the future? This 18-credit program is perfect for students and professionals, with graduate degrees and without, who wish to focus their service on Hispanic ministry.
Financial Aid
Qualified lay applicants of all backgrounds who demonstrate a clear commitment to advancing Hispanic ministry and scholarship, and who intend to work with Hispanic communities after completing their studies, are eligible to apply for a scholarship that will cover at least 75% of their tuition. Scholarships are awarded based on merit and availability.
Boston College Clough School of Theology and Ministry is also a lead partner of , a network designed to support young adult Catholics with a particular commitment to serving Hispanic communities.
Meet Our Students and Alumni
Faculty
With one of the largest concentrations of Hispanic and Latin American theologians in the country, CSTM's faculty bring truly enriching perspectives on research, teaching, and mentorship.
Research
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Hosffman Ospino, associate professor of Hispanic ministry and religious education & chair of the Department of Religious Education and Pastoral Ministry, is a renowned scholar of Hispanic Catholicism and theology & culture. Among his many publications are reports from his time serving as principal or co-principal investigator on two national studies:
Partnerships
Through our partnerships with organizations on campus and around the country, CSTM students will find a range of additional opportunities to connect with Hispanic and Latinx communities and prepare to serve their needs.
Corazon Latinx
Corazon Latinx fosters a sense of comunidad among CSTM students who are interested in working with Latinx communities. The committee works to promote awareness and celebrates Latinx religious culture in three distinct areas: community, liturgy, and spirituality.听
National Networks
STM partners with several organizations supporting Hispanic ministry in the U.S., including:
- National Association of Diocesan Directors for Hispanic Ministry (NCADDHM)
- National Catholic Council for Hispanic Ministry (NCCHM)
- LaRED National Catholic Network de Pastoral Juvenil Hispana.
Hispanic Summer Program
STM is a sponsor of the Hispanic Summer Program, which seeks to shape the next generation of Latinx theological and academic leaders. Each summer, the program offers courses with leading Hispanic and Latinx scholars at a host institution, and students can attend at a reasonable cost.听
Haciendo Caminos
This $7.9 million grant from the Lilly Endowment will increase support for graduate theological education for young adult Catholics with a particular commitment to serving Hispanic communities.
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Formaci贸n Continua
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Cursos
Estos cursos se ofrecer谩n bajo una doble modalidad. Pueden ser realizados de forma presencial, en el campus de Boston College; o de forma virtual, mediante la plataforma en l铆nea de la universidad.
Coloquios
Los Coloquios son espacios de reflexi贸n y di谩logo con expertos (as) que exponen un tema. Vea videos de nuestros coloquios pasados.
