Alumni
11.24.2025
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A Ministry Born at UD: Expanding Spiritual Mentoring for Military Communities Worldwide link-arrow link-arrow

A UD alumna’s project, shaped through the guidance of Sr. Angela Ann Zukowski, MHSH, D.Min., has developed into a global spiritual mentoring ministry serving Catholic military members and spouses.
Faith/Mission
5.28.2025
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The Council of Nicaea Has an Anniversary link-arrow link-arrow

In light of its 1700th anniversary, Dennis Doyle explores the significance of the Council of Nicaea's teachings on the eternal divinity of Christ.
Faculty and Staff
12.5.2024
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A New Chair for NALM: Leading with Hope link-arrow link-arrow

This year, a UD staff member was elected as the National Association of Lay Ministry’s Chair of their Board of Directors.
Faith/Mission
10.23.2024
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The Saga of a Polish Marian Icon link-arrow link-arrow

Read all about how persevering faith & strong Polish heritage were the guiding forces behind the travels of a precious Marian family heirloom.
Faculty and Staff
8.23.2024
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When life comes full circle link-arrow link-arrow

Ever since she was a member of the Forum for Young Catechetical Leaders, it has been Noelle Collis-DeVito's goal to work for the Institute for Pastoral Initiatives.
Faith/Mission
8.7.2024
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Portraits of Faith: The Artistry of Disability Visibility link-arrow link-arrow

Learn all about the special connection between a painting called “The Band-Aid," disability awareness and the Institute for Pastoral Initiatives.
Faith/Mission
7.15.2024
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Celebrating Sister Angela Ann’s 60 year Religious Life Jubilee link-arrow link-arrow

Sister Angela Ann Zukowski’s journey began in 1964, when she first met the Mission Helpers while volunteering at a Vacation Bible School.
Faith/Mission
7.1.2024
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Symposium for Diocesan Pastoral Planners: The Journey to a Synodal Church link-arrow link-arrow

In May 2024, the Institute for Pastoral Initiatives hosted the Symposium on Synodality and Diocesan Pastoral Planning.
Faith/Mission
6.7.2024
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Military spiritual mentoring course soars to new heights with the VLCFF link-arrow link-arrow

The VLCFF had the incredible opportunity to collaborate with retired Col. of the U.S. Air Force, Suzy Streeter, and develop a mentoring program within the military for those wishing to strengthen their faith.
Faith/Mission
5.20.2024
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IPI Student Spotlight: Sophia López Navarijo link-arrow link-arrow

Sophia López Navarijo recently graduated from UD with a degree in education, signifying not only the culmination of an academic journey, but also the commencement of new prospects.