As a response to Barry University’s mission to Southern Florida, courses are offered in the Diocese of Venice through the direction of The Blessed Edmund School for Pastoral Ministry located at 10299 SW Peace River Street, Arcadia, FL 34269-4068.

The purpose of the MA in Pastoral Theology degree program is to provide focused theological reflection on the cultural contexts and social realities currently challenging the ministries of the Christian churches. The degree is designed especially for the laity in the Roman Catholic Church who will assume greater responsibility for the teaching and healing of the church.

Admission Requirements and Policies

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.
• Sufficient undergraduate preparation (usually 18 credit hours in Theology / Religious Studies at the undergraduate level) or life experience as verified by objective norms.
• At the request of the administration of the School, some formal standardized test (e.g., Miller Analogies Test or GRE) to assure the competence of the student to pursue graduate studies.
• Three letters of recommendation.
• A short essay indicating why a graduate degree will help fulfill one's career goals.

Admission is selective, but provisional acceptance may be granted by Chair of the Department of Theology and Philosophy.

Contact us: For more information please call (941) 766-7334 or email rieceschool@daystar.net.