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TOGETHER is a cohort-based, residential theology program for religious sisters and brothers in temporary vows and for professed religious who are willing to commit to full participation in all three program components: theological education, formation, and community.
TOGETHER participants enroll in a graduate theology degree at CTU, share community in a designated apartment in Hyde Park, and participate in formation and community life. Together is an intercongregational, intercultural, and intergenerational cohort. It consists of at least one full year of study that would lead to a certificate in an area of theology/spirituality, or two-three years of study that would lead participants to earn a master’s degree in theology, pastoral studies or divinity.
Together Program
Intercongregational I Intercultural I Intergenerational
A Collaborative for
Theological Education,
Formation, and Community
Overview
Together: A Collaborative for Theological Education, Formation, and Community, is cosponsored by Catholic Theological Union (CTU) and the Religious Formation Conference (RFC).
Together is a cohort-based, residential theology program for religious sisters and brothers in temporary vows and for finally professed religious who are willing to commit to full participation in all three program components: theological education, formation, and community.
Together participants enroll in a graduate theology degree at CTU, share community in a designated apartment in Hyde Park, and participate in formation and community life. Together is an intercongregational, intercultural, and intergenerational cohort. It consists of at least one full year of study that would lead to a certificate in an area of theology/spirituality, or two to three years of study that would allow participants to earn a master’s degree in theology, pastoral studies or divinity.
- Participants will acquire fundamental knowledge in theology, Scripture, and ministry that will form the basis of their ministerial lives and a foundation for further learning.
- Participants will form relationships with other religious and thus build a supportive structure as they continue to live religious life.
- Participants will develop a firm foundation in theology, Scripture, and ministry and strengthen their ability to make applications in their personal, communal, and ministerial lives.
- Participants will acquire increased knowledge and literacy in how Scripture informs their spirituality and ministries.
- Participants’ understanding of their congregation’s charism and mission will grow to incorporate those of other participants as well as the broader charism of religious life.
Dr. Christina R. Zaker is on the faculty at CTU and serves as the liaison for the Together Community. She brings over 30 years of formation experience and a dedication to accompanying the students of Together. Her focus with the Together community is to engage participants in community sharing, prayer, and retreats. Because she is also a part of the faculty, she is able to offer guidance for courses, field education placements and ways of interacting with the wider CTU community. Dr. Zaker also communicates regularly with congregational formators and contacts to offer support and answer questions when they arise.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to contact Dr. Zaker at czaker@ctu.edu.
Apply to be part of the Together living/learning community!
The program is currently accepting applications for the Spring semester as well as for the Fall cohort. Those interested in the program are encouraged to contact us to talk further about how the program can best meet your needs.
Your application for participation in the program will be considered when we:
- receive a completed Together application
- receive a completed Formator recommendation form
- receive a completed Leadership recommendation form
Applicants apply by clicking on the button below, filling out the webform, and submitting.
TOGETHER FORMATION RECOMMENDATION FORM
TOGETHER LEADERSHIP RECOMMENDATION FORM
For more information, visit www.together-formation.com.
Together Program
Intercongregational I Intercultural I Intergenerational
Dr. Christina R. Zaker
Liason
Together Program
