Programs
Permanent Diaconate Intellectual Formation
Aquinas Lafayette provides the intellectual formation for candidates in the Permanent Diaconate program in the Diocese of Lafayette. Courses are provided over a five-year formation period in partnership with the Diocese of Lafayette for theological and ministerial formation.
Those in formation to become deacons and have previously earned their BA also have the option to obtain a Master of Arts in Theological Studies. The curriculum does not change, but the workload and participation will be intensified.
“I've had the pleasure of working through Aquinas Lafayette for several courses. The entire journey was fruitful and I am thankful even for the hard parts. The program stretched me intellectually and spiritually. I've grown through this process. While the degree is achieved, my journey with Aquinas Lafayette is not over...I want to learn like this for the rest of my life!”
-Michel Cazayoux, Deaconate Candidate for the Diocese of Lafayette