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Stories That Shape Us: Psychological Insights from the Bible

This six‑session course explores key psychological experiences through biblical figures from the Old and New Testaments. Participants examine themes such as facing uncertainty, forming identity, managing emotional exhaustion, healing through relationships, and learning from failure. Through the stories of figures like Abraham, Mary, Moses, Peter, Elijah, Ruth, and David, the sessions connect biblical narratives with psychological insights about human growth and resilience. The programme emphasises how trust reduces anxiety, responsibility shapes identity, rest restores balance, relationships foster healing, and forgiveness transforms shame into personal growth. Participants are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences and develop healthier ways of responding to life’s challenges.

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 into the psychological themes in the Bible. 

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on Wednesdays between 6:00pm – 8:00pm at

Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta

DateSession
7th April 2027The Bible as a Mirror of the Human Heart (Introduction)
14th April 2027Facing the Unknown
21st April 2027Identity and Self-Doubt
28th April 2027Burnout and Emotional Exhaustion
5th May 2027Healing Through Relationship
12th May 2027Failure, Shame, and Restoration

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 Catholic Understanding of Angels and the Spiritual World

Angels occupy an important place in Catholic theology as spiritual beings created by God to serve His plan of salvation. This course explores the nature and mission of angels as presented in Sacred Scripture, Catholic tradition, and theology, including the angelic hierarchy, the role of guardian angels, and the presence of angels throughout salvation history.

Special attention will also be given to the reality of fallen angels and the Christian understanding of spiritual warfare, reflecting on how Christ’s victory over evil shapes the believer’s spiritual life. The course will also explore the presence of angels in Catholic art, devotion, pastoral ministry, and catechesis, offering practical insights for those engaged in pastoral work and formation.

This course is intended for adult Catholics and mature older adolescents seeking deeper doctrinal formation.

Recommended age: 16 years and above.

It is especially suitable for parish adult faith formation, RCIA formators, catechists, youth leaders, and any faithful wishing to deepen their understanding of the Church’s teaching on angels within a Catholic framework.

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on Mondays between 6:00pm – 8:00pm at

Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta

DateSession
1st February 2027The Nature of Angels and the Heavenly Order
8th February 2027Angels in the Mystery of Salvation. How angels act throughout Scripture and salvation history
15th February 2027The Guardian Angels
22nd February
2027
The Fallen Angels: Sin, Spiritual Warfare, and Christian Victory
1st March 2027Angels in Catholic Art
8th March 2027Angels in Pastoral Ministry
15th March 2027Teaching about Angels to Children and Young People

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.

Encountering Paul: From Acts to the Epistles

This five‑session course offers a concise yet rich introduction to the life, mission, and theology of the Apostle Paul through both the narrative of Acts and the undisputed Pauline epistles. Participants begin with Paul’s dramatic emergence in Acts before moving through key epistles that reveal his pastoral heart, theological depth, and evolving relationships with early Christian communities: the hope and urgency of 1 Thessalonians and Galatians, the joy and reconciliation of Philippians and Philemon, the complex dynamics of the Corinthian correspondence, and the sweeping theological vision of Romans. Together, these sessions provide a coherent overview of Paul’s thought and its enduring impact on Christian identity and practice.

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 Paul 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 between 6:00pm – 8:00pm at

Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta

DateSession
6th January 2027Paul in Acts
13th January 20271 Thessalonians
& Galatians
20th January 2027Philippians & Philemon
27th January 20271 Corinthians & 2 Corinthians
3rd February 2027Romans

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

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 WorldPart 2: Understanding those whom we accompany
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.

Catechetical Preparation 2026: Growing in Faith and Service

This course offers an integrated formation for those called to share and nurture faith in today’s world. Through five focused sessions, participants will explore the method and spirit of catechesis, gain insights into those they accompany, and address the challenges and opportunities of the digital age. The course also deepens understanding of the Church’s moral and social teaching while fostering the personal and spiritual growth of the catechist. Designed to strengthen both competence and conviction, this programme equips participants to serve as authentic witnesses and effective ministers in the mission of evangelization.

Rabat Parish Catechists

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on 3 Fridays from 5:00pm to 7:15pm at

Ċentru San Luqa, Nigret, Rabat

DateSession
4th September 2026Part 1: Introduction on the Method of Catechesis
Part 2: Understanding those whom we accompany
11th September 2026Part 1: The Digital Era and Catechesis – Practical Aspects
Part 2: The Moral and Social Teaching of the Church
18th September 2026The Formation of the Catechist: Foundations for Effective Ministry

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

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.

Introduction to Communal Discernment

  Various

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/

This course introduces the principles and practices of communal discernment in the Catholic tradition. Participants will explore how communities can prayerfully seek God’s will together, grounded in Scripture, Church teaching, and Ignatian spirituality. Through reflection, dialogue, and practical exercises, you will learn to integrate spiritual listening and mission-oriented decision-making in your context.

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on Tuesdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at

Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta.

Students have the option to join this course online via Zoom

DateSession
7th October 2026Examples of Communal Discernment in the Acts of the Apostles and in the Ignatian Tradition
14th October 2026Principles of Communal Discernment
21st October 2026Steps in the Process
28th October 2026Ignatian Tools: Consolation, Desolation & Group Discernment
4th November 2026Challenges and Pitfalls
11th November 2026Application and Integration
18th November 2026St Francis and True Joy

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.

From Assisi to the World: The Expanding Franciscan Vision

  Various

This course offers participants an opportunity to grow more deeply in the spirit of St Francis of Assisi and to discover how his Gospel vision can shape daily Christian life today. Through prayerful reflection, storytelling, and practical examples, the course explores Franciscan themes such as care for creation, peace and dialogue, love of the Cross, joy in hardship, accompaniment in illness, and humble service. Drawing from the wisdom of St Francis and the wider Franciscan family, participants are invited to reflect on their personal journey of faith and to live more fully the Franciscan values of simplicity, fraternity, compassion, and hope in the 21st century.

  • Franciscan Collaborators
  • People interested to explore and deepen their knowledge in Franciscan Spirituality

Target Audience Age: 18+

Students have the option to join this course online via Zoom

DateTimeLocationSession
* 10th October 20269:30am – 12:30pmCapuchins’ Convent, FlorianaOpening Seminar – The Cosmic Vision of St Francis
14th October 20266:00pm – 8:00pmTa’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, MostaFranciscan Spirituality and Interreligious Dialogue
21st October 20266:00pm – 8:00pmTa’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, MostaThe Franciscan Intellectual Tradition
28th October 20266:00pm – 8:00pmTa’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, MostaThe “Franciscan Method” of Reading Scripture
* 7th November 20269:30am – 12:30pmPoor Clares, St. Julian’sSeminar: Franciscan Women Beyond Clare
11th November 20266:00pm – 8:00pmTa’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, MostaSt Francis and the Crucifix
18th November 20266:00pm – 8:00pmTa’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, MostaSt Francis and True Joy
25th November 20266:00pm – 8:00pmTa’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, MostaFranciscan accompaniment in sickness
2nd December 20266:00pm – 8:00pmTa’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, MostaLeading the Franciscan Way: Humility, Service, and Discernment
9th December 20266:00pm – 8:00pmTa’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, MostaLiving Franciscan Spirituality in the 21st Century
* 16th January 20279:00am – 12:30pmBurmarradClosing Seminar 

* These sessions are to be attended in person

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.

Faith Foundations for Catechists

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/

This course offers a foundational introduction to the core elements of the Catholic faith. It explores the sources of faith through Revelation, Scripture, and anthropology, leading to a deeper understanding of God revealed in Jesus Christ as the Triune God. Participants are guided through the meaning of the Church, the Sacraments, and the Liturgy as central to Christian life. The course also introduces the moral and social teachings of the Church, helping learners connect faith with daily living and responsible action in society.

Catechists

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on Tuesdays from 9:30am to 12:00pm at

Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta.

Students have the option to join this course online via Zoom

DateSession
10th October 2026The Main sources
14th November 2026The Sacred Scriptures
16th January 2027God revealed in Jesus Christ
13th February 2027The Church as builder of the Kingdom of God
13th March 2027The meaning of the Sacraments and the Liturgy
10th April 2027The Moral and Social Teaching of the Church

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.

Mark’s Good News

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/.

This five‑session course offers a concise yet enriching journey through the Gospel of Mark, guiding participants from an introductory overview into four key themes that shape Mark’s unique portrait of Jesus. Together, we explore the power of Jesus’ miracles, the depth and challenge of his parables, the demanding but transformative call to discipleship, and the stark, compelling drama of the Passion narrative. The course invites learners to engage both heart and mind as they encounter Mark’s urgent proclamation of the Good News.

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 the Gospel of Mark 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 Tuesdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at

Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta.

Students have the option to join this course online via Zoom

DateSession
14th October 2026Introduction to the Gospel
21st October 2026Miracles in Mark
28th October 2026Parables in Mark
4th November 2026Discipleship in Mark
11th November 2026The Passion in Mark

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.