Saint Anthony of Padua
Roman Catholic Church
East Northport, NY 11731

               Pastoral Formation Institute
Qualified Instructors - Formation Weekends - Workshops and Retreats
PFI: A Holistic Approach to Discipleship
                 
 A two year process of spiritual, theological, personal
       and ministerial formation for Catholics
The Pastoral Formation Institute offers an exciting, intergrated approach to discipleship through             
instruction, prayer, faith sharing and the development of leadership skills.  Weekly two-hour sessions prepare
lay Catholic adults to enter more fully into the life of the Church.  Studies include Sacred Scripture, Christololgy,
Ecclesiology, Morality, Sacraments, Liturgy and Church Ministry.  In addition to weekly sessions, formation
weekends at the Seminary enrich the PFI process.  Two to three formation weekends are held a year.  After the
completion of the two-year program, participants have the option to enroll in a third year leadership track in a
chosen ministry.

   For a complete listing of PFI courses being offered, please Log on to:                                 
          http://www.drvc-faith.org/PastoralFormationInstitute.html