This course equips pastoral workers, Eucharistic ministers, and volunteers with the practical skills and spiritual sensitivity needed for Catholic pastoral care in elderly homes. It emphasizes leading prayer moments, distributing Holy Communion, and visiting the elderly, including hospital settings and room-to-room ministry. Participants will develop a compassionate, Christ-centred approach rooted in Catholic teaching and pastoral practice.
Legion of Mary members
Target Audience Age: 18+
The course will take place on Wednesdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta.
Students have the option to join this course online via Zoom.
| Date | Session |
| 6th January 2027 | Foundations of Catholic Pastoral Care |
| 13th January 2027 | Hospital Ministry |
| 20th January 2027 | The Eucharist in Daily Life |
| 27th January 2027 | Ministering Holy Communion |
| 3rd February 2027 | Pastoral Challenges and Ethical Considerations |
This course has three exit certificate options:
1. Certificate of Attendance
The student will receive a Certificate of Attendance when attending a minimum of 80% of all contact hours for this course
2. Certificate of Participation
The student will receive a Certificate of Participation when (in addition to meeting the attendance criteria above) they successfully complete a short online assessment.
3. Certificate of Achievement
The student will receive a Certificate of Achievement when (in addition to meeting the attendance criteria above) they successfully complete all assessments, including a written assignment.
Language: Applicants must be proficient in both Maltese and English.
Digital: Applicants must be digitally literate particularly, in use of office suites and internet access.