Santa Clara University Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries

04/13/2026

The "Hear Their Voices, Heed Their Wisdom: Women of the Christian Tradition"" Workshop Series continues with its next session, exploring the often-overlooked contributions of women saints, theologians, and activists throughout Christian history. This session will be led by Elise Dubravec. All are welcome!

🗓 Saturday, April 18
⏰ 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 St. Martin of Tours Parish Hall (200 O'Connor Drive, San Jose, CA)

Register here: https://events.scu.edu/markey-center/event/371159-prophetic-anger-exploring-the-book-of-susanna

04/08/2026

April 8th is SCU's Day of Giving and every gift counts. Your support funds scholarships for students called to minister in hospitals, schools, prisons, and parishes. One day to make a difference. Because everyone deserves to say yes to their vocation. Donate here: https://donate.scu.edu/schools/SantaClaraUniversity/day-of-giving/pages/advanced-study-programs/gppm

04/07/2026

Summer is almost here, and that means it's time to secure your spot in class! Check out our courses offered this summer (https://bit.ly/4cr1Ghr). If you're a continuing student, head to your Workday account and look for your enrollment date between April 6–10. Open enrollment begins on April 13, so make sure you're registered by April 30 to avoid a pre-payment hold. Ready to get started?
Have questions along the way? We've got virtual info sessions you can sign up for to get your questions answered (https://bit.ly/41DV9tP).
If you are ready to apply to our program, submit your application before the deadline (https://bit.ly/4ccUEM8)!

03/16/2026

🎙️ Called to Lead is here! Join host Dr. John Rinaldo for weekly conversations with pastoral leaders, ministers, and scholars exploring what it truly means to lead in today's Catholic Church. From faith formation and clericalism to synodality and shared leadership — these are the conversations the Church needs right now.
New episodes dropping weekly. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Music, and Youtube. 🎧

03/09/2026

The "Hear Their Voices, Heed Their Wisdom: Women of the Christian Tradition" Workshop Series continues with its next session, exploring the often-overlooked contributions of women saints, theologians, and activists throughout Christian history. This session will be led by Dr. Cathleen Chopra-McGowan. All are welcome!

🗓 Saturday, March 21
⏰ 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 St. Martin of Tours Parish Hall (200 O'Connor Drive, San Jose, CA)

Register here:

St. Martin of Tours Parish Hall 200 O’Connor Drive, San Jose, CA 95128 This session is part of a Markey Center for Leadership and Ministry ...

03/03/2026

📢 Application Deadline Extended — Apply by April 15!

We invite parish teams to join this transformative, fully funded leadership development experience. Grounded in a vision of a synodal and intercultural Church, Walking Together is designed to cultivate shared leadership, deepen intercultural awareness, and strengthen pastoral practice in today's parish life. How to apply: complete the parish application form on our website.

Find out more on the Thriving Congregations Markey Center Website!
https://bit.ly/3NV8gmy

02/19/2026

Hey friends! 👋

We’re excited to share that the GPPM program will be at the RECongress this weekend, Friday–Sunday (2/20–2/22)! 🎉

If you’re attending, be sure to stop by our booth to say hello, meet the team, and learn more about what we offer through the GPPM program. Whether you’re just curious, exploring next steps, or ready to dive deeper, we’d love to connect and chat with you.

Come hang out with us, ask questions, and get to know how GPPM can support your goals. See you at the RECongress! 🙌✨

02/11/2026

Walking Together: Cultivating Leadership for Today's Church
Walking Together is a free, team-based leadership development program that brings parish teams together for a 4-day intensive summer clinic at Santa Clara University, followed by 12 months of online community learning and accompaniment. Grounded in a synodal and intercultural vision, the program cultivates shared leadership and adaptive practices for today's diverse Church.
Apply by March 1st.
Click here for more information: https://www.scu.edu/cas/graduate-program-in-pastoral-ministries/markey-center-for-leadership-and-ministry/thriving-congregations/

02/09/2026

The "Hear Their Voices, Heed Their Wisdom: Women of the Christian Tradition" Workshop Series continues with its next session, exploring the often-overlooked contributions of women saints, theologians, and activists throughout Christian history. This session will be led by Ana Karen Barragán and Darcy Phillips. All are welcome!

🗓 Saturday, February 21
⏰ 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 St. Martin of Tours Parish Hall (200 O'Connor Drive, San Jose, CA)

Register here: https://events.scu.edu/markey-center/event/370680-contemporary-catholic-women-of-latin-america

01/26/2026

The Markey Center, in collaboration with the Diocese of San José, invites you to join us for an educational and hands-on service event dedicated to understanding, preventing, and responding to human trafficking in our local community.

For more information and to register, click here: https://www.dsj.org/event/human-trafficking-seminar/2026-01-30/