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FOLLOW YOUR CALLING

Welcome

Welcome to the University of Dallas Ann & Joe O. Neuhoff School of Ministry. Nationally recognized for providing a first-class, practiceoriented education in Catholic pastoral ministry, our graduate programming educates ministers to share the ancient tradition of the Catholic faith for the 21st century.

Our mission is to prepare women and men for pastoral service within the Catholic Church. In accord with Ex Corde Ecclesiae, our programs offer instruction and formation "by which Catholic students can, in fulfillment of their baptism, be prepared for active participation in the life of the church.�

Our rigorous academic offerings, vibrant faith community and highly skilled faculty make the Neuhoff School of Ministry a dynamic center of faith formation for all who desire to learn and serve during this unique time of the New Evangelization.

In addition to our academic offerings, we also proudly organize the annual Dallas Ministry Conference, one of the largest conferences of its kind in the nation. Every year it attracts thousands who come for enrichment in a variety of fields within pastoral ministry, including Catholic school education, liturgy, marriage, family and social justice.

There is no better time or place to continue your journey of faith as you follow the Lord’s calling.

Theological education for Sincerely,

Ted Whapham, Ph.D. Dean, Neuhoff School of Ministry

Are you mission-driven?

We are too.

First-Class, Practice-Oriented Education. Be prepared for active participation in the life of the church through practice-oriented classes rooted in the tradition of the Catholic Church.

Nationally Recognized Faculty. Learn from faculty experts who have served in leadership roles of national groups supporting the ministerial needs of the church in the United States.

Online, Onsite & Satellite Learning. Study at a time and place that best fits your schedule and lifestyle. The Neuhoff School of Ministry was recently named the No. 1 Online Graduate Theology Program by thebestschools.net.

Vibrant Faith Community. Enjoy a unique level of communication and community among faculty, staff and peers who support, challenge and illuminate one another at every turn.

Serving the Local Church. With partnerships across the nation at the diocesan level, our graduates serve their local churches in a wide variety of ways.

At the Heart of the Catholic Faith. Discover the wisdom and beauty of the Catholic faith and develop pastoral skills for transformative ministry through a unique core curriculum.

Part of a Global Mission. Our graduate students and alumni hail from over 30 states as well as Africa, Europe, Asia, and Central and South America.

Accredited. Our programs are nationally recognized by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees.

transformative service

Master of Theological Studies

Electives COURSE TITLE

Grow spiritually through rigorous and critical theological study. Explore sacred Scripture and church teaching as you apply your studies to current pastoral needs. Concentrations in biblical studies and Catholic secondary school teaching are available, but the Master of Theological Studies can also be completed without a concentration.

Core Curriculum COURSE TITLE

HOURS

Liturgy and Sacraments

3

Moral Theology

3

Systematic Theology

3

Church History

3

Theological Reflection

3

Old Testament

3

New Testament

3

Pro-Seminar

1

HOURS

Pauline Literature

3

Ministry in the Church

3

Pastoral Administration

3

Liturgical Leadership

3

Catechesis & the Development of Faith

3

Models of Catechesis

3

Homiletics & Pastoral Proclamation

3

Documents of Vatican II

3

Pastoral Aspects of Canon Law

3

In addition to completing the core curriculum, students select 15 elective credits to customize their course of study and complete a capstone project.

Electives vary by semester and may include (but are not limited to) the above list.

“The school of ministry is helping me draw on the 2,000 years of Catholic Church history and apply it to ministering to a 21st century community. Theology is faith seeking understanding. You already have faith; now you find the understanding.”

Grow your ministry S - Michelle Stone, MTS ’15

Master of Pastoral Ministry

Additional Course Requirements COURSE TITLE

Serve the diverse pastoral needs of the church and world. Specialize in one of four concentrations: campus ministry, church management, health care ministry or youth ministry.

Core Curriculum COURSE TITLE

HOURS

Liturgy and Sacraments

3

Moral Theology

3

Systematic Theology

3

Church History

3

Theological Reflection

3

Old Testament

3

New Testament

3

Pro-Seminar

1

HOURS

Ministry in the Church

3

Pastoral Ministry Internship

3

Capstone

3

Elective

3

Elective

3

In addition to the core curriculum, students take the course “Ministry in the Church” and complete both a pastoral ministry internship and a capstone project, specific to their concentration. They select six elective credits to customize their course of study according to their concentration. For a full list of electives, visit udallas.edu/ministrycourses.

“The faculty have challenged, stretched, nourished, informed and developed my faith in a very personal way.

They have been very interested in assisting my individual faith and ministerial journey.”

Serve your community - Anna Marie Synder, MTS ’14

Master of Catechetical Ministry

COURSE TITLE

Delve into the rich teachings of the church, focusing on the principles of religious education as you inspire and accompany the next generation on their faith journey.

HOURS

Ministry in the Church

3

Pastoral Administration and Management

3

Catechesis and the Development of Faith

3

Models of Catechesis

3

Capstone

3

Core Curriculum: COURSE TITLE

HOURS

Liturgy and Sacraments

3

Moral Theology

3

Systematic Theology

3

Church History

3

Theological Reflection

3

Old Testament

3

New Testament

3

Pro-Seminar

1

In addition to the core curriculum, students take the course “Ministry in the Church” as well as a series of catechetics courses and complete a capstone project.

“I am constantly uplifted by how well the faculty integrate theology with pastoral realities. What I'm learning is opening my eyes to the bigger reality of our faith while still resonating deeply with my own experience.”

- Lauren White, MTS ’16

Teach the next generation

Nationally Recognized Faculty The academic expertise of our graduate faculty is deeply rooted in hands-on experience at parish, diocesan and national levels.

Marti Jewell, D.Min.

Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology Marti Jewell obtained q Master of Theological Studies from St. Francis Seminary in Milwaukee, and a Doctor of Ministry from The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. She served as director of the Emerging Models of Pastoral Leadership Project, a national research project studying excellence in parish leadership, and has written several books on pastoral leadership.

Daniel J. Luby, S.T.L., S.T.D.

Affiliate Assistant Professor of Theology Daniel J. Luby obtained a sacred theology degree and licentiate in sacred theology from the University of St. Thomas Aquinas in the City (Angelicum), Rome, Italy. He has previously held positions with the Catholic News Service, the Diocese of Fort Worth and the University of Notre Dame.

Theodore J. Whapham, Ph.D.

Dean & Associate Professor of Theology Ted Whapham received q doctorate from The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. As a theologian specializing in Christology and Trinitarian theology, he presents nationally on contemporary systematic theology, field theory, Trinitarian personhood and other topics. Whapham has written several books on Trinitarian theology.

Diana Dudoit Raiche, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Theology

Diana Dudoit Raiche received a doctorate from The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. She has served as executive director of the Department of Education for the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and has written articles and reviews in a variety of publications.

Follow your calling

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Get Started Today Application Requirements

Your Next Steps

Potential future students must provide the following information to apply:

Apply online at udallas.edu/admissions/ministry.

a completed application form 3 brief essays

Ask questions! Email ministry@udallas.edu.

Talk to our enrollment specialist at 972-265-5814.

a nonrefundable application fee of $50 3 letters of recommendation official transcripts from colleges/universities attended

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