Online Formation Program in Theology and Evangelization — Registration Open
The Ukrainian Catholic University, in collaboration with the Catechetical-Pedagogical Institute, the Patriarchal Catechetical Commission of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, the Religious Education Ministry of the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia, and the Community of Catechists in Canada, invites the faithful to take part in a new English-language Formation Program in Theology and Evangelization.
Beginning September 19, 2026, this five-month online program offers six courses designed to deepen participants’ understanding of Eastern Christian theology, strengthen their faith, and equip them to share the Gospel with greater confidence.
The program is open to all faithful who wish to become more familiar with the foundations of Eastern theology. It is especially valuable for catechists, parish leaders, teachers, and anyone seeking ongoing formation and a stronger theological foundation for ministry.
Program details
- Program dates: September 19, 2026 – March 7, 2027.
- Registration deadline: September 10, 2026.
- Format: Online through the Ukrainian Catholic University platform, with Zoom sessions and pre-recorded lectures.
- Language: English.
- Participation fee: $150 USD for the entire program.
- Certificate: Accredited certificate upon completion.
Six online courses
Participants will study:
- Introduction to Biblical Studies.
- Fundamentals of Eastern Theology.
- Introduction to Liturgics.
- Fundamentals of Moral Theology.
- Fundamentals of Evangelization.
- History of the Ukrainian Catholic Church in the USA and Canada.
The flexible online format makes this program accessible to participants across Canada, the United States, and beyond. It offers an opportunity to learn from experienced theologians, bishops, educators, clergy, and pastoral leaders while continuing to meet family, work, and parish responsibilities.
Experienced instructors
The program’s instructors include:
- Halyna Teslyuk, PhD, Ukrainian biblical scholar and Associate Professor in the Department of Biblical Studies at the Ukrainian Catholic University.
- Metropolitan Archbishop Borys Gudziak, President of the Ukrainian Catholic University and Metropolitan Archbishop of Philadelphia.
- Bishop Hlib Lonchyna, Bishop Emeritus of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of the Holy Family of London and a specialist in Byzantine-Slavic liturgy.
- Bishop Michael Kwiatkowski, Eparch of New Westminster, Metropolitan Archbishop-elect of Winnipeg, and Chair of the Patriarchal Catechetical Commission.
- Rev. Volodymyr Radko, STL, a priest, theologian, and doctoral candidate in Moral Theology and Ethics.
- Mariia Ivaniv-Lonchyna, PhD, a theologian and researcher specializing in ecclesiology, Eastern Christianity, and the history of the Ukrainian Catholic Church in North America.
- Uliana Dziurakh, STL, a doctoral student in Systematic Theology with experience teaching fundamental theology.
- Rostyslav Shemechko, PhD, theologian, psychotherapist, educator, and lecturer at the Ukrainian Catholic University.
A participant’s experience
Lilia Glukha, a catechist from the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton, recently completed three years of study at the Catechetical-Pedagogical Institute of the Ukrainian Catholic University. She describes the experience as a time of personal formation, spiritual and intellectual growth, and meaningful encounter with a supportive academic and faith community.
During her studies, Lilia also began serving as a catechist at St. George Parish in Edmonton. She speaks with gratitude about the professors, the practical examples shared in class, and the opportunity to deepen her knowledge of God in order to serve children, families, and the wider Church.
Reflecting on her experience, Lilia encourages others to consider the program, especially those who feel called to catechetical ministry:
“This formation has profoundly enriched my life. It is an opportunity to deepen one’s faith and prepare to proclaim the Good News to children, youth, and all those whom God places along our path.”
The Eparchy warmly encourages catechists, parish leaders, teachers, and all interested faithful to take advantage of this opportunity for formation in English. This program can help participants grow in knowledge, confidence, and readiness to serve the Church and share the Gospel.
Registration and contact
Registration is open until September 10, 2026.For more information and to register, please complete the Google FormFor questions, contact kpiguest@ucu.edu.ua