Introduction to Prayer

Jean Gové

This course provides foundational knowledge of frontier artificial intelligence technologies that will allow teachers and other community members to use and support the use of AI in educational applications in ways that are effective, safe, and ethical. The course will develop the skills necessary to support children in their interactions with AI. Graduates will be equipped to guide young learners through the ethical considerations, societal implications, and practical uses of AI, fostering informed and responsible engagement with these quickly evolving technologies. The course focuses on the latest advancements in generative AI for text, images, video, music, and speech. Foundational topics include how AI works, how these models are trained, their capabilities, limitations, safety, ethics, and implications for society. Graduates will learn about the AI technology landscape, main AI companies, latest models, and differences between AI models. They will engage with these technologies and discuss case studies and research that illustrate capabilities, limitations, challenges, promise and pitfalls of AI. Students will receive an introduction to prompt engineering, learn different ways of interacting with different AI technologies, and learn how AI can be used in applications, such as teaching, editing, programming, and general support for creative tasks. Graduates will also learn how different technologies can be used together. By the end of the course, graduates will have a sufficient understanding of how these technologies work, current cutting-edge technologies available and on the horizon, different ways AI is being used in an educational setting and by young people, how they can support young learners in engaging with AI, and the considerations and importance when using AI in a way that is safe, ethical, and effective.

Families serve as the foundational context for human development and shape our sense of identity. This seminar explores the dynamics within a family and invites individuals to explore the emotional, psychological and relational patterns in a spiritual context. It opens with an introduction to key terminology and tools, offering insight into how family dynamics shape identity, behaviour, and interpersonal relationships. Meanwhile, it underlines the ability to maintain one’s identity while staying emotionally connected to others.  This seminar is designed to help individuals develop deeper self-awareness by exploring the impact of their family of origin. Participants will reflect on their personal history, understand the dynamics that have shaped them, and recognize how their experiences influence their interactions with others.

This course offers a deepening exploration of Franciscan spirituality through key themes and figures that shaped the Franciscan movement. Building on the foundations of St Francis’ life and teachings, participants will engage with the spiritual journeys of St Clare and the 2nd Order, the emergence of the 3rd Order, and the lived experience of Franciscan values in contemporary life. Special focus will be given to Francis' relationship with the Eucharist, the Holy Spirit, and the Blessed Virgin Mary, while also reflecting on how the Franciscan vision continues to inspire efforts toward justice, peace, and care for the vulnerable. The course will highlight the relevance of the Franciscan charism as a model for renewal in the Church today.

Ms Carly Zarb

This short course is designed for employees and volunteers who work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, or who handle their data. Participants will gain an understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and develop skills to create and maintain a safe environment for all individuals in their care. By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Familiarise themselves with safeguarding policies Understand legal obligations concerning child abuse Identify signs and symptoms of abuse Understand disclosures of abuse Identify core principles of safeguarding Practise professional boundaries effectively Know their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019) Recognise different types of abuse and poor practices Learn a standard response to disclosures of abuse Recognise signs of abuse Identify appropriate actions to take when concerned and understand who to approach for support

This short course is designed for employees and volunteers who work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, or who handle their data. Participants will gain an understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and develop skills to create and maintain a safe environment for all individuals in their care. By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Familiarise themselves with safeguarding policies Understand legal obligations concerning child abuse Identify signs and symptoms of abuse Understand disclosures of abuse Identify core principles of safeguarding Practise professional boundaries effectively Know their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019) Recognise different types of abuse and poor practices Learn a standard response to disclosures of abuse Recognise signs of abuse Identify appropriate actions to take when concerned and understand who to approach for support

Aayrton Muscat

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This course equips experienced and committed married couples to serve as mentors and facilitators in Catholic marriage preparation programs. Through practical and interactive training, participants will strengthen their skills in effective communication, group dynamics, and adult learning facilitation. The course also explores essential dimensions of marriage—including spirituality, sexuality, responsible parenthood, and family life—grounded in Church teaching. Couples will be empowered to accompany, support, and inspire young, engaged couples as they prepare for the Sacrament of Marriage. Ideal for those called to accompany others on the journey to the Sacrament of Marriage.

This course will focus on the practice of liturgical music animation. All sessions will include vocal technique and practical methods for teaching new repertoire to the assembly. In addition, each session will also focus on the parts of the mass and other liturgies. The practical participation of each student (singing and directing) is mandatory in this course.

Mr Joseph Pellicano

This introductory course is designed for pastoral workers and lay people who assist the funeral arrangements and preparations within the parish together with individuals who offer support to mourning individuals. The course aims to equip participants with essential training and awareness to provide compassionate and emotionally sensitive support to grieving individuals. This course is designed for pastoral workers who assist with funeral arrangements and preparations within the parish and other lay people who support mourning individuals

Josef Bugeja

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This course offers children musical and vocal training with a focus on sacred and liturgical choral singing. It is entirely dedicated to developing the techniques and skills necessary for performing in choral ensembles, with special emphasis on the sacred and liturgical repertoire of the Roman Catholic Church. This three-year course will include two weekly sessions throughout the academic year. The sessions will feature an individual singing lesson, music theory, musicianship, music history, and choir practice. Choral practice is based on the students’ participation in the Pueri Cantores Cathedralis Jubilate Deo that, during the year, puts its training into practice by animating around ten liturgical services, including services in the Cathedral and Co-Cathedral of the Archdiocese of Malta, and also takes part in around three concerts. From time to time there may be additional seminars or workshops on related aspects.

Peter Farrugia

This short course is designed for employees and volunteers who work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, or who handle their data. Participants will gain an understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and develop skills to create and maintain a safe environment for all individuals in their care.By the end of the course, participants will be able to:Familiarise themselves with safeguarding policiesUnderstand legal obligations concerning child abuseIdentify signs and symptoms of abuseUnderstand disclosures of abuseIdentify core principles of safeguardingPractise professional boundaries effectivelyKnow their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019)Recognise different types of abuse and poor practicesLearn a standard response to disclosures of abuseRecognise signs of abuseIdentify appropriate actions to take when concerned and understand who to approach for support

Rev. Mark Scicluna OFM Cap

This short course is designed for employees and volunteers who work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, or who handle their data. Participants will gain an understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and develop skills to create and maintain a safe environment for all individuals in their care. By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Familiarise themselves with safeguarding policies Understand legal obligations concerning child abuse Identify signs and symptoms of abuse Understand disclosures of abuse Identify core principles of safeguarding Practise professional boundaries effectively Know their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019) Recognise different types of abuse and poor practices Learn a standard response to disclosures of abuse Recognise signs of abuse Identify appropriate actions to take when concerned and understand who to approach for support

Rev. Mark Scicluna OFM Cap

This short course is designed for employees and volunteers who work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, or who handle their data. Participants will gain an understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and develop skills to create and maintain a safe environment for all individuals in their care.By the end of the course, participants will be able to:Familiarise themselves with safeguarding policiesUnderstand legal obligations concerning child abuseIdentify signs and symptoms of abuseUnderstand disclosures of abuseIdentify core principles of safeguardingPractise professional boundaries effectivelyKnow their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019)Recognise different types of abuse and poor practicesLearn a standard response to disclosures of abuseRecognise signs of abuseIdentify appropriate actions to take when concerned and understand who to approach for support