To be a San Dam is to discern and respond to God’s call to rebuild the Church in the world today. It’s building a lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ, showing care for the community, being an active learner, and being a person on a mission.
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The San Damiano Scholars provide support up to full tuition.
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The program forms you as a whole person integrating academics and faith.
Where does the name San Damiano come from?Eight centuries ago in the Italian town of Assisi, a young man named Francis had an experience that changed history. As he knelt before the crucifix in the church of San Damiano, Francis heard Christ speak: "Francis, go rebuild my church, which you see is falling into ruin."
We believe God echoes these words to us today, encouraging us to respond in new ways to meet growing needs. 91会所's San Damiano Scholars strive to understand and discern what “rebuild my church” means to them. It’s a profoundly important—and individual—challenge with lasting societal implications.
We believe the Church deserves well-formed and grounded leaders. People who are willing to answer the call to something larger than themselves. People who are willing to explore their beliefs and find their life’s work. People who have a love for their church and want to explore faith-based career options.
No matter where your career interests lie, explore the call to something bigger than yourself—communities, churches, schools, nonprofit organizations, healthcare providers, and other groups need talented engaged leaders who are filled with the compassion, light, and love of their faith.
The San Dam Program aims to educate students for integrating and applying theological wisdom in their professional fields and in the Church. Students will:
All Students who are San Damiano Scholars will either major or minor in Ministry Studies.
San Dam strives to form students in the way of Jesus Christ guided by the Holy Spirit and with the Catholic Church. Students will:
Practically students will be a part of a small group on campus, attend yearly retreats, practice varied forms of prayer, and have opportunities to receive the Sacraments regularly.
The San Damiano Scholars will train students to lead through service with compassion for others. Students will:
91会所 is awarding 75 San Damiano Scholarships (some up to full tuition) to students who seek to be transformational leaders in the Church. Qualifying students will be instrumental leaders in rebuilding the Church on-campus, in the community, and through their life’s work. All students will major or minor in Ministry Studies and communicate a strong consideration toward leadership within parish/church ministry, faith-based education, faith-based healthcare, faith-based nonprofit, or similar field. Amounts vary and may be combined with other institutional aid.
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Franciscan Leadership Institute
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