Department for Evangelization and Catechesis
2900Lakeshore Avenue
Oakland, CA 94610
 

 

"He said to them, 'Go throughout the whole world and preach the gospel to all people.' "

-Mark 16:15

Overview
The Department of Faith and Ministry Formation provides on-going formation opportunities for lay ministers, deacons, and priests. The Department offers formation experiences through the School for Pastoral Ministry, la Escuela de Ministerios Pastorales, and the Permanent Deacon Formation Program. In addition, the Department sponsors continuing formation opportunities for those involved in professional ministry, for those considering a career in ministry and for anyone interested in their own spiritual development.

Mission Statement
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o provide formation opportunities that promote quality and competence in ministry for service to the people of God.

Staff
Keith Borchers, Interim Director
Department of Faith and Ministry Formation
510-267-8340
kborchers@oakdiocese.org

Peggy Maurer, Administrative Assistant
510-267-8348
pmaurer@oakdiocese.org

Juan Carlos Gaviria, Associate Director
Escuela de Ministerios Pastorales
510-267-8385
jgaviria@oakdiocese.org

Sr. Aurora Perez, Director
SPRED
510-635-7252
spredoakdiocese@igc.org