The purpose of this initiative is to grow the Church by establishing new leaders who will increase the pastoral activity among Latinos in strategic locations and in select ministries of Extension Dioceses.
Catholic Extension Society will provide “seed money” to fund new, bilingual, full-time Hispanic leaders who work in pastoral ministries. Through this partnership, Catholic Extension Society provides 62.5 percent of the salary and benefits of each position for three years, while the diocese contributes the remaining 37.5 percent of the salary and benefits, as well as any overhead expenses related to the position.
Dioceses are responsible for determining the nature of the pastoral ministry position that is needed and making their own hiring decisions. They may request funding for more than one position.
After the three-year funding period concludes, the dioceses and/or parishes will be asked to sustain the positions entirely with local funding.
In addition to salary assistance, Hispanic leaders will receive annual scholarships for continuing education through our partnerships with education institutions such as Jesuit School of Theology – Santa Clara University and the Mexican American Catholic College (MACC). These short-term educational opportunities aim to further develop their leadership skills and knowledge and increase the efficacy of their ministry. Courses are designed to be completed within a one to two-week period and are offered at various times of the year.
How to Apply
- Read and review the full HLLI Program Guidelines
- Complete the online application form by the deadline of Friday, March 18, 2022
- Note: Catholic Extension Society requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for all students/participants in our programs. If you are accepted for this program, you will be requested to provide us with a current copy of your vaccination card at that time.
For More Information
Contact Veronica Avila, Senior Manager of Mission Programs at (312) 795-5128 or vavila@catholicextension.org