Pastoral Formation Institute

Shape schools into spaces of growth, faith, and inclusion 🌍

📅 Starts: 30th September 2026 | Wednesdays from 3:30pm - 6:30pm
⏳ Duration: 9 months
🎓 Level: MQF Level 7 (30 ECTS)

The Pastoral Formation Institute is licensed by MFHEA (Licence #: 2013-FHI-028) as a Further and Higher Educational Institute. The Postgraduate Certificate in Pastoral Care and Chaplaincy in Schools is accredited at EQF/MQF Level 7, as a Higher Education Programme.

💡 This course prepares you to:

🤝 Foster inclusive, faith-filled communities
🧠 Balance faith & reason in education
🌐 Engage in multicultural & interreligious dialogue
🙏 Support spiritual development across all ages
🎯 Plan meaningful pastoral & liturgical initiatives

💰 Great Value! Get €595 back through Get Qualified scheme, making the course cost just €255.

ℹ️ Learn more here: https://pfi.edu.mt/course/postgraduate-pastoral-care/

We are currently planning an AI literacy session in collaboration with the St Julian’s Local Council.

To register your interest, please get in touch with the local council by email at [email protected] or by calling 2137 3111.

✅ Discover what AI is, how it affects everyday life, and how to use it confidently, safely, and responsibly.

This initiative is being delivered in partnership with the Malta Digital Innovation Authority and Rev. Dr Jean Govè, Diocesan Coordinator for AI. The sessions are designed to support the community, with a special focus on empowering older adults (60+).

💡This training programme is funded by the Malta Digital Innovation Authority , and sessions are completely free of charge.

Archdiocese of Malta

Last week, a group of 13 teachers from Sacred Heart College, Malta successfully completed our Award in Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: Fundamentals and Applications for Educators 🎓

This MQF Level 7 programme (2 ECTS), delivered in collaboration with Rev. Dr Jean Govè — Diocesan Coordinator for AI-related activity within the Archdiocese of Malta — equipped educators with valuable knowledge and skills in this rapidly evolving field.

Participants now have a clearer understanding of how AI works and its real-world applications 🤖 They have also developed practical skills to use AI tools creatively and effectively, and are better prepared to guide learners in engaging with AI safely, ethically, and responsibly ✅

We sincerely thank Sacred Heart College, Malta for this opportunity to support the formation of educators in emerging technologies and their faith-based application🙏

In collaboration with the Pastoral Formation Institute, a safeguarding training session was delivered last Saturday to Tabgħa Foundation (Youth Fellowship).

With over 100 members in attendance, the session provided an opportunity for discussion and reflection on shared responsibilities and common goals. It was encouraging to see a strong collective commitment towards the importance of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

In collaboration with the HR Unit of the Archbishop’s Curia, we organised a formation session on the principles of Catholic Social Teaching and our Catholic ethos as part of the Unit’s Ħamsa l-Ħamis series—an initiative dedicated to the ongoing professional development of Curia employees.

🙏 Moments from the Mass and ceremony marking the receipt of the mandate for new Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion at Mater Dei Hospital.

This meaningful celebration marked the culmination of over five hours of formation, together with a careful process of selection and preparation, ensuring the highest standards of pastoral care for those who need it most 🏥