Online Diploma Course on Theology of Consecrated Life

SANYASA: VISION AND MISSION

Sanyasa: Institute of Consecrated Life (SICL) is a unique and the only one institute in the Indian Church that offers specialization in the theology and formation of Consecrated Life. It is a major initiative of the Claretian missionaries of India to re-vision consecrated life in the new millennium and to help consecrated persons to understand clearly their identity, mission and relevance. Among all the countries in the world, India has the largest number of vocations to consecrated life. In this context, we, the Claretians felt called to provide a well-established theological and formational resource center for study and research in the Theology of Consecrated life.

SICL answers to the felt need of Superiors, formators and formandi in India and other countries of Asia. It responds to the need to consolidate the formation of our candidates to consecrated life in the biblical, theological and human foundations, clarifying its specific identity and mission in the context of other vocations and forms of Christian life in the Church. Sanyasa also helps the students to study consecrated life in dialogue of life with the cultures, religious traditions and the poor with the goal of accompaniment, witness and service. It tries to bring to the praxis the theological reflection and discernment of the Magisterium of the Church in general, FABC (Federation of Asian Bishop Conference), CBCI, CRI and of the local churches of India.

Sanyasa aims at a solid missionary spirituality for the consecrated men and women who pass through this Institute leading to a deeper experience of God and giving expression to this experience by a preferential commitment to the needs of the poor, responding to the challenges of this society and the Church with witness, proclamation of the Gospel and dedicated service to our brothers and sisters.

Sanyasa has been rendering ongoing formation programme for the consecrated persons of India since 2002. At present, Sanyasa is running two Post Graduate programs (Biennial) of M.Th/M.A. and one Annual Diploma Program. It also offers intensive one month of summer course in April-May on the theology of Consecrated Life.

Online Diploma Course

There are many consecrated persons who like to do two years of post graduation or one year diploma course at our institute but unable due to their apostolic commitments and other administrative difficulties. In order to cater to their needs, SICL is offering a diploma course on Consecrated Life online

Admission Requirements

  • Any professed consecrated persons with temporary or final profession.

  • Minimum educational qualification: PUC or its equivalent

  • Adequate knowledge of English language


Enrollment and Fees

  • One can apply at anytime in a year

  • Download the Application Form online, fill it, send it back online or by post

  • One time massively subsidized payment of Rs. 2,500 only. You can pay through Bank Transfer or money order. After paying the fee, contact SICL through email (sanyasac@gmail.com) and get enrollment number and password for accessing secured materials.


Duration of the Diploma Course

  • Minimum of nine months and maximum of twenty four months

  • If the programme is not completed within twenty four months, the candidate can still continue and complete the remaining courses paying the tuition fee of Rs. 2,500 again.


Courses and Evaluation

  • Two sets of courses will be offered: Fundamental and Optional.

  • Online students are to do all the fifteen fundamental courses in the order proposed by the Institute.

  • Besides the fundamental courses, students should also do any five courses from the optional courses offered by the Institute in any order as one prefers.

  • Course materials shall be provided to the online students directly by the responsible professors or the Institute office online after the enrollment.

  • Necessary details of the professors shall be available on the net. He can be contacted for materials, questions and clarifications. In case of a group from an institute attending a particular course, the professor can be invited to offer contact classes paying him TA.

  • The students should attend contact classes at least twice before completing the programme. The formalities, date and place will be announced later.

  • Each fundamental course carries two credits each and the optional course a credit each.

  • At the end of each course, a test or an evaluation will be conducted by the professor and marks will be allotted. The mode of evaluation will be determined by individual professors. It can be assignment, summary writing, test, oral exam through skype, chat, phone, etc. If feasible, the candidates may be invited to Sanyasa or the professor may visit the place of the candidate for the evaluation.

  • All the students are expected to participate in the three days seminar organized by SCIL in the first week of February of every year at least once by paying the seminar fee. A short summary of the papers presented during the seminar should be submitted. It carries five credits. Accommodation will be provided at the Institute if required with additional payment.

  • The diploma course consists of 40 credits altogether: 30 + 5 + 5 = 40 (15 Fundamental courses x 2 credits = 30 credits + 5 Optional courses x 1 credit = 5 credits + 5 credits of three days seminar).


      • Fundamental Courses

      Code
      Title of the Course
      Professor
      Credit
      F01
      		Biblical Foundations of Consecrated LifeGeorge Panthalanickal, cmf
      2
      F02
      		Theology of VocationArul Jesu Robin, cmf
      2
      F03
      		History of Consecrated LifeXavier Manavath, cmf
      2
      F04
      		Different Forms of Christian LifeJose Cristo Rey Garcia, cmf
      2
      F05
      		Theology of Community LifeArul Jesu Robin, cmf
      2
      F06
      		Evangelical CounselsGeorge Panthalanickal, cmf
      2
      F07
      		Charism: Heritage and ProphecyJesudoss, cmf
      2
      F08
      		Mission – Core of Consecrated LifeArul Jesu Robin, cmf
      2
      F09
      		Anthropology of Christian Vocation and Formative Aspects of Consecrated LifeBhyju, cmf
      2
      F10
      		Christological Foundations of Consecrated LifeS. Devadoss, cmf
      2
      F11
      		Vocational Reading of the Word of GodMartin George, cmf
      2
      F12
      		Eucharistic Foundations of Consecrated LifeGeorge Panthalanickal, cmf
      2
      F13
      		Leadership in Religious LifeJames Kannanthanam, cmf
      2
      F14
      		Canonical Aspects of Consecrated LifeJose Ammaikunnel, cmf
      2
      F15
      		Consecrated Life in the Documents of the ChurchMaria Anto, cmc
      2
       
      FS1
      		Seminar on Consecrated Life at Sanyasa
      5
      Total Credits
      35


      Optional Courses

      Code
      Title of the Course
      Professor
      Credit
      S01
      		Psycho-Spiritual IntegrationGeorge Kallampally, cmf
      1
      S02
      		Theology of Christian DiscipleshipGeorge Panthalanickal, cmf
      1
      S03
      		Biblical Prophecy and Consecrated LifeArul Jesu Robin, cmf
      1
      S04
      		Growth in Affective MaturityA. Devadoss, cmf
      1
      S05
      		Ecological Perspective of Consecrated LifeS. Devadoss, cmf
      1
      S06
      		Dialogue for EvangelizationAntony D’Souza, cmf
      1
      S07
      		Basic Counseling SkillsGeorge Kallampally, cmf
      1
      S08
      		Sociological Aspect of Consecrated LifeSateesh Kumar, cmf
      1
      S09
      		Vocational Reading of the Word of GodMartin George, cmf
      1
      S10
      		Psalms and Consecrated LifeGeorge Panthalanickal, cmf
      1
      S11
      		Family Apostolate – Pastoral and Canonical NormsJose Ammaikunnel, cmf
      1
      S12
      		Mary – An exemplary Model for Consecrated PersonsMathew Moothedam, cmf
      1
      S13
      		Consecrated Persons and Mid-life CrisisSantiagu, cmf
      1
      S14
      		Issues Related to Protection of MinorsJames Kannanthanam, cmf
      1


      Professor's contact details

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      No.
      Name
      Mobile No.
      E-mail id
      1
      Antony D’Souza He is a Claretian Missionary presently serving as the librarian of Sanysa. He holds licentiate in Consecrated Life from the Institute of Consecrated Life, Spain. Presently, he is pursuing his doctoral studies
      		9480273553anthud2006@gmail.com
      2
      Arul Jesu Robin Arul Jesu Robin is a Claretian Missionary. He holds a doctorate in Biblical Theology from the Gregorian University, Rome; a licentiate in Consecrated Life from Claretianum, - Institute of Theology of Consecrated Life of the Pontifical Lateran University, Rome and a diploma in Formative Psychology. He is involved in teaching and conducting seminars and retreats. He is presently the Director of Sanyasa.
      		8310857049ajrobin@yahoo.com
      3
      Bhyju Fr. V. Bhyju, CMF is a Claretian Missionary from the Province of Chennai with vast experience of service in formation and on-going formation. He has licentiate in Formative Psychology from Gregorian University, Rome. He served the Province as consultor and prefect for formation for six years. He is involved in teaching and giving retreats especially for the religious. Currently, he is the Rector of Claret Nivas (Claretian Theologate), Barrackpore, Calcutta.
      		9432074392bhyju_cmf@yahoo.com
      4
      Devadoss A. Fr. A. Devadoss, CMF is a Claretian Missionary from the Province of Chennai with vast experience in preaching and teaching. He has licentiate in Counselling. He served the Province as prefect of Apostolate and Vice Provincial. He is presently in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu animating the preaching ministry of the Claretians of Chennai Province.
      		9443437572devcmf@yahoo.com
      5
      Devadoss S. S. Devadoss holds a Masters in Systematic Theology from the Gregorian University, Rome and a Doctorate in Sacred Theology from the University of Santo Thomas, Manila. He has served as the Direction of Sanyasa: Institute of Consecrated Life and vice provincial of the Claretians of Chennai Province. Presently he is the Correspondent and Administrator of St. Claret Matriculation School, Thiruninravur, Chennai.
      		8300117727devcmfindia@yahoo.co.in
      6
      George Kallampally George Kallampally is a Claretian missionary from the province of Bangalore. He served the province in different capacities like Provincial Superior, Provincial Vicar, Provincial Prefect of Econome, Novice master. He has vast experience in spiritual direction, formation, ongoing formation, teaching, animation and counselling. He holds Ph.D. in Pastoral Counselling from Loyola University, Baltimore, Maryland U.S.A. Currently he is one of the staff members of National Vocational Service Centre (NVSC), Pune.
      		9448865037kallan00@hotmail.com
      7
      George Panthalanickal He holds doctorate in Biblical Theology from St. Peter’s Pontifical Institute, Bangalore and licentiate in the Theology of Consecrated Life from Claretianum, Rome affiliated to Lateran University, Rome. Presently he is serving as professor and secretary of Sanyasa:Institute of Consecrated Life, Bangalore.
      		9480167576gpanthalany@gmail.com
      8
      James Kannanthanam He is presently a Spiritual Director and Professor in the Institute for Consecrated Life in Asia, Manila, Philippines. He has licentiate in Psychology from Gregorian University, Rome and Doctorate in Organization Development from SAIDI, Philippines. He did post-doctoral programme in Protection of Minors from Centre for Child Protection (CCP), Gregorian University, Rome. He served as the Director of Sanyasa: Institute of Consecrated Life, Carmelaram, Bangalore besides serving the Claretians of Bangalore Province as Provincial Superior. He also served as the Director of Institute of Formators, Carmelaram, Bangalore.
      		+639164004630james.kannan@gmail.com
      9
      Jesudoss S. Jesudoss is the Provincial Superior of the Claretians of Chennai Province. He holds licentiate in the Theology of Consecrated Life from the Institute of Consecrated Life, Madrid, Spain. He served the Congregation many years residing in Spain in training and animating the consecrated persons in Claretian spirituality.
      		9444444614sjesudosscmf@gmail.com
      10
      Jose Ammaikunnel Joseph Ammaikunnel is a Claretian Missionary. He holds a Doctorate in Canon Law from Lateran University, Rome. Currently he is a Professor at Sanyasa Institute of Consecrated Life, Bangalore, visiting Professor at St. Ephraim Theological College, Satna, MP, and Defender of Bond in the Archdiocesan Tribunal, Bangalore.
      		8123919383ammaikunnelcmf@hotmail.com
      11
      Maria Anto She is a religious nun from the Congregation of Mother of Carmel (CMC), born at Ayyampuzha, Kerala. She holds doctorate in Theology of Consecrated Life from Claretiaum, Institute of Consecrated Life affiliated to Lateran Pontifical University, Rome. She teaches in different theological institutes on themes related to Consecrated Life. Presently, she serves the congregation as Provincial Councilor (Renewal & Healing) & Formation Coordinator.
      		9645072107cmcmarianto@gmail.com
      12
      Martin George Martin George is a Claretian missionary, now serving as the Correspondent of St. Claret School, Hyderabad. He holds licentiate in Biblical Theology from Angelicum, Rome, and is pursuing doctoral studies in the same discipline.
      		9481030272martingcmf@yahoo.com
      13
      Mathew Moothedam Mathew Moothedam is a Claretain missionary residing in Claretian Provincial House, Malleswaram. He has a licentiate degree in Sacred Scripture from the Pontifical Institute of Biblicum, Rome. Presently, he is pursuing doctoral studies in Biblical Theology from St. Peter’s Pontifical Institute, Malleswaram, Bangalore. He served Sanyasa as librarian and teaching staff member.
      		7411325030moothedamcmf@yahoo.com
      14
      Sateesh Kumar Fr. Sateesh Kumar, CMF is a Claretian Missionary from the Province of Chennai. He has licentiate in Sociology from Gregorian University, Rome. He is involved in teaching and preaching. Currently, he is the Parish Priest at Sambai, Sivagangai Diocese, Tamil Nadu.
      		9489770601sathicmf@yahoo.com
      15
      Joseph Santiago Joseph Santiago is a Claretian missionary from the province of Chennai. He holds M.Phil in Psychology from Madurai Kamaraj University, Tamil Nadu. Currently, he is teaching psychology in Anugraha Institute of Social Sciences, Nochidaipatti, Dindigul. His specialization is family therapy and interested in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
      		9944730736santiacmf@gmail.com
      16
      Xavier Manavath Xavier E. Manavath is a Claretian Missionary who has long experience of service in formation and on-going formation. He has a doctorate from Van Kaam’s Institute of Formative Spirituality, Duquesne University, USA and has been the founding director of Sanyasa: Institute of Consecrated Life. After having served as Provincial Superior of the Claretians of Bangalore and the President of KRCR, he is currently the Rector of Claretian Seminary, the theology study house of the Claretians in Bangalore. He is also the Vicar for Religious in the Archdiocese of Bangalore.
      		9448312608xmanavath@gmail.com

      Contact

      Arul Jesu Robin, cmf
      Director
      Mobile: 8310857049
      email: ajrobin@yahoo.com