3 sessions

Ħarbex il-Melodija 2

03/06/2026   Knisja tal-Erwieħ, Ħal Tarxien

Sejħa għall-kompożituri. L-Arċidjoċesi ta’ Malta tistiednek tagħti il-kontribut tiegħek sabiex jitkompla jissawwar repertorju ġdid ta’ kant liturġiku permezz tal-kitba tiegħek. Il-kors Ħarbex il-Melodija huwa kors ta’ 3 workshops li l-Akkademja tal-Mużika Sagra Francesco Azopardi qed torganizza b’kollaborazzjoni mal-Pastoral Formation Institute għal dawk kollha li jixtiequ jħaddmu d-don mużikali tal-kitba tal-mużika b’għan qaddis.

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on Saturdays between 8:30am – 2:30pm at

Knisja tal-Erwieħ, Tarxien
DateSession
20th February 2027 
Innijiet tal-Għeluq tal-Quddiesa
20th March 2027
Innijiet tal-Milied
3rd April 2027Innijiet tal-Għid

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 attending a minimum of 80% of all contact hours for this course and pass from a short multiple-choice exam.

3. Certificate of Achievement

To obtain a Certificate of Achievement, students must attend a minimum of 80% of all contact hour and pass from a short multiple-choice exam and an 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.

Beyond the Classroom: A Milani Approach to Pastoral and Educational Formation Today

21/05/2026

The course connects Lorenzo Milani’s pedagogical insights with current challenges faced in Maltese schools and pastoral formation centres, such as student disengagement, social inequality, digital culture, and the pastoral accompaniment of children and young people. Participants will be invited to reflect on how educators, catechists, and pastoral leaders can foster environments of formation rooted in dignity, belonging, participation, and the ethos of “I care,” in line with the mission of the Church in Malta.

This course explores the educational vision of Lorenzo Milani and its relevance for contemporary Catholic formal education and pastoral ministry in Malta. Through five sessions, participants examine Milani’s life, the experience of the Barbiana school, and key themes from Letter to a Teacher, including inclusion, equity, literacy, and the formation of conscience.

This course is designed for:

  • Teachers and members of staff in Church and state schools in Malta, including primary and secondary educators, Learning Support Educators (LSEs), pastoral care teams, and school leaders. 
  • Youth ministers and pastoral leaders working with children and adolescents in parish, diocesan, and community settings. 

The course is intended for adults engaged in the educational and faith formation of children and young people (approximately ages 6–18), and who seek to strengthen their practice through inclusive, faith-based, and socially responsive approaches inspired by the vision of Lorenzo Milani.

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on 3 Saturdays at

Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta

DateTimeSession
17th October 20269:00am – 19:30am

10:45am – 12:15pm		Part 1: Don Lorenzo Milani: Life, Context, and Prophetic Mission in a Fragmented World
Part 2: The School of Barbiana: Community, Belonging, and Deep Learning
7th November 20269:00am – 19:30am

10:45am – 12:15pm		Part 1: Letter to a Teacher: Inclusion, Equity, and the Crisis of Motivation
Part 2: Conscience, Peace, and Digital Responsibility
5th December 20269:00am – 11:00amMilani’s Legacy Today: Building Schools that Say “I Care”

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 attending a minimum of 80% of all contact hours for this course and pass from a short multiple-choice exam.

3. Certificate of Achievement

To obtain a Certificate of Achievement, students must attend a minimum of 80% of all contact hour and pass from a short multiple-choice exam and an 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.

The Dignity of Work: Catholic Social Teaching and Economic Justice

15/05/2026

This course is eligible for the Get Formed! scheme, allowing students to reclaim 70% of their course fees upon completion. For more information, visit: https://pfi.edu.mt/get-formed/

These three seminars will offer an in-depth exploration of one of the key themes of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church. Throughout these sessions, different aspects related to work will be discussed. The course encourages reflection on how Catholic Social Teaching on work developed in the last two centuries in response to the evolution of the work context, the interplay between work and the economic system and the relation between work and family life. Discussions will also address rights and responsibilities within the context of work. Participants will be challenged to consider how the Social Teachings of the Church can inform and shape their daily lives. 

Anyone with an interest in the Catholic Social Teaching and their interplay in working life. 

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on Saturdays from 9:00am to 11:00am at

Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta.

Students have the option to join this course online via Zoom

DateSession
10th October 2026Work & Its evolution through the ages
21st November 2026Work & the economic system
23rd January 2027Work & family life 

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 attending a minimum of 80% of all contact hours for this course and pass from a short multiple-choice exam.

3. Certificate of Achievement

To obtain a Certificate of Achievement, students must attend a minimum of 80% of all contact hour and pass from a short multiple-choice exam and an 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.

Running, Returning, Renewed: A Journey Through Jonah

12/05/2026

This verse‑by‑verse study of the Book of Jonah examines the text in its historical, literary, and theological context. Participants will analyse Jonah’s call, his resistance, the narrative’s use of irony, the response of the sailors and the Ninevites, and God’s final challenge to the prophet. The course also considers how Jonah is referenced in the New Testament to understand how early Christian interpretation engaged with this story. The aim is to provide a clear, structured exploration of the book’s themes, its portrayal of divine mercy and human reluctance, and its ongoing relevance for readers today.

This course is suitable for pastoral workers helping in the Ministry of the Word. It is also ideal for people who would like to delve deeper in knowledge about Jonah and all Christians who would like to continue to invest in their relationship with God.

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on Wednesdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta

Students can join online via Zoom

DateSession
8th July 2026Jonah 1-2
15th July 2026Jonah 3-4
22nd July 2026Jonah in the NT

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 attending a minimum of 80% of all contact hours for this course and pass from a short multiple-choice exam.

3. Certificate of Achievement

To obtain a Certificate of Achievement, students must attend a minimum of 80% of all contact hour and pass from a short multiple-choice exam and an 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.

Preparing a Formative Path for Young People in Organised Ministry

27/08/2025   Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta

This course is eligible for the Get Formed! scheme, allowing students to reclaim 70% of their course fees upon completion. For more information, visit: https://pfi.edu.mt/get-formed/.

A thriving youth ministry requires intentional planning and a deep understanding of the young people it serves. This course explores the importance of a structured framework in ensuring spiritual growth, engagement, and formation throughout the year. Participants will learn how to assess their youth groups’ unique needs, integrate liturgical and formative elements, and create sessions that resonate with their social and spiritual contexts. The role of discernment in ministry will also be addressed, equipping leaders with tools to seek God’s guidance in their planning. Through hands-on activities, youth leaders will develop a comprehensive, adaptable ministry plan aligned with parish life. Peer discussions and feedback from facilitators will refine these plans, fostering collaboration and shared leadership. By the end of the course, participants will leave with practical strategies to build a dynamic and purposeful youth ministry that nurtures lasting faith formation.

  • Youth leaders

Target Audience Age: 18+

TBA

This course has two 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 / when viewing all the videos of this course.

2. Certificate of Achievement

The student will receive a Certificate of Achievement when (in addition to meeting the attendance criteria above) they successfully complete a reflective journal.

Language: Applicants must be proficient in both Maltese and English.

Digital: Applicants must be digitally literate particularly in the use of office suites and of the internet, to both of which they must have access.

Called to Accompany: Formation for Facilitators and Helpers

25/08/2025   Archbishop's Curia - Media Room

Called to Accompany is a formation course for those called to facilitate Catholic support groups and help in activities for separated persons. The course offers practical and spiritual tools to accompany others with compassion, integrity, and faith. It includes sessions on group dynamics, safeguarding, and the spiritual foundations of this ministry, helping facilitators and helpers to create safe, respectful, and hope-filled environments rooted in the Church’s care.

  • Facilitators leading support groups in parishes
  • Members of subcommittees helping in social events; retreats and conferences/seminars

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on Saturdays from 9:00am to 12:30pm at The Archbishop’s Curia

DatesSession
10th January 2026Group Dynamics
24th January 2026Safeguarding (*)
7th February 2026Spirituality from Bible Texts
(*) Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable Adults

This lesson delves into the essential principles of safeguarding, focusing on creating safe environments for children, young people, and vulnerable adults. By the lesson’s conclusion, students will be well-versed in safeguarding policies, understand the core principles underlying safeguarding, and recognize various types of abuse along with their signs and symptoms. They will also learn how to handle disclosures of abuse, maintain professional boundaries, identify poor practices, and comprehend their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019).

This lesson is offered in-person and continues with an online session namely:

  1. 3 hours – In person session (Face-to-Face Learning) dated 24th January 2026
  2. 2 hours – recorded material which can be accessed on the PFI`s Moodle Portal (Blended Learning)

An additional Certificate of Participation will be awarded to students who successfully complete the course multiple-choice test. An MFHEA-accredited Certificate of Achievement will be awarded to students who successfully complete the safeguarding component, pass the short multiple-choice online exam, and submit a reflective journal.

This course has two exit certificate options:

1. Certificate of Participation

The student will receive a Certificate of Participation when attending all contact hours (100%) for this course and successfully completing and passing 15 short multiple-choice questions on the first and third lecture available on the Moodle platform.

2. Certificate of Achievement

The student will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement upon meeting the attendance criteria outlined above, successfully completing the multiple-choice assessment, and submitting 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.

Pastoral Initiatives in Lent

25/10/2023

The participants will engage in preparations for the imminent Lenten season, during which the Diakonia, spiritual, and cultural dimensions of this significant period in the Church will be emphasized and explored. This preparation aims to equip and enrich them for their pastoral roles in their respective parishes and communities, enabling them to guide others effectively on their journey during this special time of grace.

Upon acquiring new insights and skills, participants will be encouraged to collaborate with their parish priests in organizing and planning a schedule for Lent for their respective groups. This collaborative effort seeks to ensure a well-rounded and meaningful Lenten experience for the parish community, incorporating elements of Diakonia, spirituality, and culture to foster a deeper connection with the season’s spiritual significance.

If you are a registered pastoral worker with the Archdiocese of Malta, you can benefit from a 50% discount on this course. Start your application process as a pastoral worker on parrocci.knisja.mt/pfi.

  • Pastoral Workers, especially those involved in decision-making bodies.
  • Religious people and Priests
  • Individuals interested in the subject

Target Audience Age: 18+

Lectures will take place on Wednesdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm

DateSession
10th January 2023Culture in Lent
17th January 2023Spirituality in Lent
24th January 2023Diakonia & Prayer Experiences

This course has two exit certificate options: 

  1. Certificate of Attendance

The student will receive a Certificate of Attendance when attending a minimum 80% of all contact hours for this course. 

  1. Certificate of Achievement  

To obtain a Certificate of Achievement, students must:

  • attend a minimum 80% of all contact hours
  • pass written assessment

Language: Applicants must be fluent in Maltese and have basic proficiency in English.

Digital: Applicants must be digitally literate, especially on how to access the internet and use office suites.