Kerala Catholic Bishops’ Conference thanks Diocese of Columbus for supporting Pontifical Institute of Theology, Alwaye

The Kerala Catholic Bishops’ Conference expressed gratitude to the Diocese of Columbus for its collaboration in supporting the Pontifical Institute of Theology in Alwaye, Kerala.

The institute, which was established as a seminary study center in 1682 and granted pontifical status in 1972, currently serves 592 students. These students include seminarians, priests, religious sisters, lay faithful, and members of other Christian denominations. The institution consists of two branches: the Pontifical Institute of Theology and the St. Joseph’s Institute of Philosophy.

The Pontifical Institute of Theology offers certificates, diplomas, bachelor's, licentiate, and doctorate degrees in theology, as well as a post-graduate diploma in pastoral ministry. The St. Joseph’s Institute of Philosophy provides diplomas, bachelor's, and licentiate degrees in philosophy. The institutes also publish two periodicals, Living Word in English and Mathavum Chinthayum -Religion and Thought.