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View recent news about and upcoming activites of Saint Luke Institute President & CEO, Rev. Patrick J. McDevitt, CM, Ph.D.
Recent News
Finding Rest in Christ and Renewing the Joy of Ministry
For many ministers, summer follows an intense pastoral season. Numerous spring responsibilities can leave ministers physically, emotionally, and spiritually exhausted. Rest and renewal is essential for healthy and effective ministry.
Equipping a Community of Care: SLI Participates in Catholic Mental Health Ministers Conference
SLI presenters received a lot of follow-up following their events, and many participants expressed great interest for collaboration or partnership with us.
“It Is Good to Be Home”: Fr. Patrick McDevitt, CM, Marks 40 Years of Priesthood
Preaching from the readings from Mass and the mystery of the Trinity, Fr. Pat reminded everyone in his homily that mystery is not something beyond our reach; rather, it is an invitation.
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Upcoming Events
Virtual Presentation: “The Art of Accompaniment – A Way of Being” (Session 2)
Saint Luke Institute President & CEO, Rev. Patrick J. McDevitt, CM, PhD will be presenting a three-part virtual session on accompaniment in the work of ministerial formation.
The Art of Aging Gratefully: Learning from Religious Women – A Global Virtual Conference
The virtual event will lift up the way in which Catholic sisters model, resource, and respond to the needs of aging in ways that are holistic, holy, and a proven model from which everyone in the Church can learn – religious, clergy and lay.
Multiple Presentations: Canon Law Society of America Convention 2026
A pre-conference presentation and in-conference seminar on mental health topics for canonists, including “Dealing with Vicarious Trauma: Coping Strategies for Managing Tribunals and Decreasing Burnout.”
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