The Roman Catholic Diocese of Joliet in Illinois

The Diocese of Joliet is one of more than 60 dioceses around the world in partnership with the University of Dayton Virtual Learning Community for Faith Formation! What does that mean for you? A great online community learning experience at a great price!

Download the Diocese of Joliet/VLCFF Promotional brochure!
ENGLISH SPANISH

Current Course List Handout: ENGLISH SPANISH

As a resident of the Diocese...
You can learn about many great Catholic topics - Scripture, Prayer, Liturgy, Media Mindfulness and much more - year-round from the convenience of your home computer. You can also

Participate day or night on the message-board format at your convenience
Learn and grow with other Catholic adults from around the country and world
Get a discounted price because of our diocesan partnership (5-week courses, just $50, a $65 savings over the non-partner price)
Use your online courses can toward a certificate program equivalent to Diocese of Joliet Catechist Certification
Can apply for VLCFF Certificate programs in Catechesis, Lay Ministry Leadership, or Adult Formation Leadership
Can apply VLCFF course to annual catechist formation (6-hour minimum requirement) See hours equivalency.

To see the calendar, course descriptions, to register, or to learn more, visit the
University of Dayton VLCFF Website

QUESTIONS?

Contact Joyce Donahue at 815-221-6146 or jdonahue@dioceseofjoliet.org

FINANCIAL AID: If you wish to pursue a certificate program and have completed at least one full year of employment with a parish or are a volunteer with at least three years of demonstrated leadership abilities within a parish setting and a specialization in a catechetical ministry, you may be considered for FULL FUNDING REIMBURSEMENT for the cost of VLCFF tuition by the Catholic Education Foundation. For more information, go here and scroll down to "The University of Dayton, Institute for Pastoral Initiatives."

NOTE: A growing number of the courses are also available in Spanish.