Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative

The Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative is a comprehensive formation program that provides Hispanic/ Latino leaders access to critical leadership skills and addresses the complex pastoral environments where these leaders serve. Leadership Roundtable created the Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative in response to the growing and unique needs of Hispanic/Latino pastoral leaders witnessed through our work with dioceses across the United States and the National V Encuentro process. It was developed thanks to generous funding from Lilly Endowment Inc. through their Thriving in Ministry Initiative.

In 2021, Leadership Roundtable launched this program working with Hispanic/Latino leaders in the Diocese of Joliet. The program expanded with a second cohort in the Diocese of St. Augustine, and grew again with a third cohort in the Diocese of Austin. The program will continue to be offered in partnership with dioceses throughout the U.S.