Learning more about the Catholic faith is a New Year’s resolution for many. Attending lectures and classes available in the Diocese of Trenton may help further that goal.

The Diocesan Certification Program (DCP) provides Core Theology formation (online and in person) for all enrolled, as well as specialization training in nine areas of ministry: Catechetical Leadership, Catholic Social Services, Diocesan Tribunal Advocacy, Liturgy and Music, Marriage and Family Life, New Evangelization and Adult Faith Formation, Pastoral Care, RCIA Ministry and Youth Ministry.

The following lectures are part of the DCP, but they are open to the public and are beneficial to all who are seeking knowledge, formation, and updating.  All lectures will take place in the diocesan chancery from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted online.

Sacraments/Liturgy: History of the Mass – Msgr. Sam Sirianni, Sat., Jan. 31

Introduction to Canon Law – Sister Rose McDermott, Sat., Mar. 7

Foundations for Ministry: Ministry in the Parish Setting – Gary Maccaroni/Gérald Charmant, Sat., Mar. 14

Sacraments/Liturgy: Documents of the Church – Msgr. Sam Sirianni, Fri., Mar. 20

Catholic Social Teaching – Sister Joanne Dress, Tues., Apr. 14

Sacraments/Liturgy: Sacramental Theology – Msgr. Gerard McCarron, Sat., Apr. 25

Foundations for Ministry: Intro to Prayer and Spirituality – Dianne Traflet, Sat., May 2

Foundations for Ministry: Evangelization - Andrés Arango, Sat., May 30

A full list of course descriptions and registration form are available at www trentonmonitor.com.

For more information about the Diocesan Certificate Program, visit www.dioceseoftrenton.org/DCP or call 609-403-7205 or email [email protected].