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The Traditional Old Roman Catholic Church P. O. Box 58324 * Cincinnati, OH 45258 Phone: (513) 301-PRAY (7729) * Fax: (513) 245-0089 |
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The Traditional Old Roman Catholic Church P. O. Box 58324 * Cincinnati, OH 45258 Phone: (513) 301-PRAY (7729) * Fax: (513) 245-0089 |
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Stella Maris Seminary |
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General InformationStella Maris Seminary Institute offers course work in five subject areas:Sacred Scripture: Studies in Old and New Testament with emphasis on exegesis and application to daily living. Church History: A study of the Christian Faith from the time of Jesus through the present and on the Old Catholic Movement Pastoralia: Studies in Homiletics, Pastoral Counseling, Liturgics, Liturgical Music and topics relating to parish work and interfacing with the people of God. |
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| Theology: A comprehensive Theological course
of study gives students a basic grasp
of
Theological concepts and application
of these
concepts within the scope of their
vocation. Monastic Studies and Religious Life: This subject area is geared to those individuals who aspire to the Religious life or who are already in vows and wish to acquire or enrich their knowledge of a vocation as a member of a Religious congregation. The course of studies offered by the Institute are geared to the laity, aspirants to the Religious Life and Clericate, Religious and ordained Clergy. Programs are tailored to address the goals of the respective student within the context of a specific degree or certificate program. |
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DEGREES OFFERED
The Institute offers the following
Certificates
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Bachelor in Sacred Theology (S.T.B.): The S.T.B. is a 160-unit course of study specifically for men studying for ordination to the Sacred Priesthood. Licentiate in Sacred Theology (S.T.L.): The Masters in Sacred Theology is a 40-unit course of study beyond the S.T.B. or Dip. Th. which provides post-graduate studies of an advanced nature. Doctorate in Sacred Theology (S.T.D.): The S.T.D. is a 40 unit program of study beyond the Master's level. It consists of directed study and Dissertation in the area of study that the student has selected. |
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Because the Institute recognizes that
many
students are engaged in full-time employment
and unable to attend traditional "in
class" instructions, the format
of the
Institute is self-directed study utilizing
texts, audio tapes and video tapes.
Frequently,
courses may offer group experiential
study
which the student may choose to participate
in. Computer technology also allows
the Institute
to offer both on-line courses periodically
in which students may interact on a
"real
time" basis with instructors or
other
students in the program and in a given
course.
Students complete |
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| each course in a self-directed manner and
are then given examinations which test
the
students level of understanding of
the specific
course. When the student completes
the program,
a comprehensive examination is administered
to determine that the student has acquired
the knowledge necessary for award of
the
certificate or conferral of the degree. The Seminary does not ordain. It's purpose is to provide a means for students to acquire the necessary education that MAY lead to ordination within the students denomination or jurisdiction. The seminary may recommend a student for ordination within the parameters of Canon Law, however ordination is at the discretion and pleasure of the student's Ordinary. |
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Additional InformationDegrees and Certificates may not be "purchased" from the Seminary. Students will be expected to complete coursework with a passing grade and to take all scheduled examinations and follow all seminary policies and procedures. The seminary is chartered under the jurisdiction of the American Traditional Catholic Church, Ltd. The seminary does NOT carry accreditation of nor is accredited by any Regional or Theological accrediting body. Although this may change in the future, students are advised that degrees awarded by the seminary do not carry accreditation, may not be accepted by other academic or denominational institutions or employers. Our catalog is available by request and gives details as to specific requirements, fees and course descriptions as the seminary guidelines. |