About Us

What is IPM?

The Institute for Pastoral Ministry (IPM) is an educational institution set up by the Diocese of Gozo to offer professional formation to individuals who are already active or are interested in assuming a role in pastoral ministry.

Our Vision

The Institute for Pastoral Ministry (IPM) is an educational institution set up by the Diocese of Gozo to offer professional formation to individuals who are already active or are interested in assuming a role in pastoral ministry. The IPM is committed to this vision. Society in general, and Christian communities in particular, expect competent personnel to minister to their human and spiritual needs.

Our Objectives

The IPM seeks to:

A.

Promote and sustain the ongoing formation of religious, lay committed Catholics and Christians from other denomination through theological, philosophical, pastoral and psychological studies.

B.

Develop an interdisciplinary approach in the pastoral activity of the Diocese by making use of human sciences that aid personal companionship and discernment.

C.

Equip local religious communities and parishes with well-prepared pastoral operators who could offer their service in pastoral ministry.

D.

Express the local Church’s commitment to society by preparing qualified persons to address the spiritual and human needs of individuals and families.

E.

Foster collaboration between pastoral operators by providing the space for team-work and sharing on a local and international level, and establishing a resource centre accessible to all.

The Institute for Pastoral Ministry is approved and authorized by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority.

Licence No. 2019-006

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