Parish Ministry Programs

The School of Parish Leadership & Evangelization (SPLE) provides Lay Leadership programs designed to foster the spiritual, intellectual, and service-oriented development of students. These programs aim to cultivate faith, deepen knowledge, and instill a commitment to the Catholic intellectual tradition, preparing individuals for dedicated service in their parishes, communities, and families.

Are you passionate about serving your parish community and making a positive impact? We provide academic courses and formative experiences for those seeking to build the Kingdom of God in our world. A Certificate of Lay Leadership or Certification as a Catechetical Coordinator is your gateway to enhancing your skills, deepening your faith, and becoming a confident leader within the Catholic Church.

Enroll in the Certificate of Lay Leadership or Certification as a Catechetical Coordinator program today and unlock the doors to a transformative experience.

The program is open to all individuals who are passionate about their faith and eager to contribute to the Church’s mission. This certificate involves academic courses that are offered at various locations in the Archdiocese of Chicago and monthly formation days on the USML campus in Mundelein.

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