WHAT KINDS OF THINGS MIGHT BE INCLUDED IN THE INDIVIDUAL LEARNING CONTRACT?
The CPE participant’s contract is developed around the learning goals of: Pastoral Reflection – reflection on one’s self as person and pastor in relationship to persons in crisis, the supervisor, and peer group members, as well as the curriculum and institutional setting. Pastoral Formation – focus on personal and pastoral identity issues in learning and ministry. Pastoral Competence – deepening and unfolding of competence in pastoral function, pastoral skills and knowledge of theology and the behavioral sciences. Some centers also offer Pastoral Specialization, focusing on the student’s desire to become competent and knowledgeable in a particular area of ministry, e.g. oncology, urban ministry, parish ministry, hospice ministry, etc.
