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== History ==
The School was begun by the Diocese in order to provide pastoral education for those who, because of family, work or other obligations are unable to attend residential pastoral studies programs. In this manner the School complemented other programs by helping to fill the need for qualified clergy to serve the Church. There are eleven student currently enrolled in the second year class<ref name=7enchicagograd>http://www.synod.com/synod/eng2007/7enchicagograd.html</ref>.
The Pastoral School consists of a two-year academic program which allows students to take classes at home on-line during hours that fit their life situations. The program offers two diploma options, one in Pastoral Theology for candidates for the clergy, and another in Orthodox Studies for those wishing to serve the church as theologically-educated lay men and women. All applicants to the School must have satisfactorily completed at least 60 credit hours of course work from an accredited college or university. The Pastoral School is authorized to grant diplomas by the Illinois State Board of Education, Department of Business and Vocational Schools<ref name=7enchicagograd/>.
