This course delves into the timeless relevance of St Francis of Assisi’s life and teachings, portraying him as both a devoted disciple of Christ and a prophetic figure for our contemporary world. Participants will explore how St Francis’s wisdom can be applied to everyday life, including aspects such as prayer and discernment. Additionally, in anticipation of next year’s Jubilee of Hope, participants will explore St Francis as a companion figure for the upcoming Jubilee.
Franciscan collaborators
Individuals interested to explore and deepen their knowledge in Franciscan Spirituality
Target Audience Age: 18+
The course will take place on Tuesdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
October 2024
Dates
Session
8th October
Introduction – The Saint’s Life
15th October
The Franciscan Rule
22nd October
The Mysteries of the Incarnation and Easter in the life of St Francis of Assisi
29th October
Agiography
November 2024
Dates
Session
5th November
St Francis and the Word of God
12th November
St Francis’s Testament
19th November
The Contemplative Dimension and the Stigmata of St Francis of Assisi
26th November
St Francis of Assisi and the Jubilee of Hope
December 2024
Dates
Session
3rd December
Franciscan Discernment
10th December
The Franciscan Dimension of the Liturgy and Particular Devotions
January 2025
Dates
Session
14th January
The Economy of Francesco
21st January
Franciscan Spirituality in Everyday Life
February 2025
Dates
Time
Session
Saturday 8th February
9:00am – 12:30pm
Half-Day Seminar on The Canticle of Creation
This course has three exit certificate options:
1. Certificates 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
To obtain a Certificate of Participation, students must:
attend a minimum of 80% of all contact hours
successfully complete 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 hours
successfully complete and pass from a short multiple-choice exam
successfully complete and pass from 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.
Register for this Course
Course Code: PFA/FRSP-23
Course Type: Short Course
Credits: 5
Level: AFF Level 4
Language/s: Maltese
Start Date: 08/10/2024
End Date: 08/02/2025
Course Fee: €65
Venue: ĊAK
Lecturer/s: Rev. Allister Aquilina OFM Conv. Rev. Andrew Galea OFM Conv. Rev. Christian Borg OFM Conv. Rev. Ivan Scicluna OFM Cap. Rev. Noel Muscat OFM