English for the Religious Life

English for the Religious Life supports priests, seminarians, brothers, and sisters in mastering English for their spiritual and pastoral duties. As English becomes an international language of the Church, clear communication is essential for ministry, alongside Latin and Greek.

What You’ll Gain

• Effective Ministry: Deliver sermons, administer Sacraments, and provide spiritual counseling with clarity.

• Pastoral Communication: Offer moral and spiritual guidance, hear Confessions, and support your community confidently.

• Text Comprehension: Understand Catholic texts, including Early Modern English Bible passages, Epistles, and Gospels.

• Cultural Fluency: Navigate English-speaking communities with ease, whether in parishes, schools, or hospitals.

Who It’s For

Religious members who are:

• Relocating to English-speaking regions.

• Joining seminaries, novitiates, or religious communities.

• Preaching, hearing Confessions, or giving Sacraments.

• Visiting the sick or serving as chaplains.

• Studying or interpreting Catholic texts in English.

What We Offer

• Tailored lessons for sermons, Sacraments, and pastoral duties.

• Training in understanding religious texts and Early Modern English.

• Flexible formats: one-on-one tutoring, workshops, or online resources.

Join us to enhance your English skills and serve God’s people with confidence.