School of Church Communications

Comunicazione Istituzionale

The Pontifical University of the Holy Cross established the School of Church Communications in 1996 to prepare communication professionals for ecclesial institutions. 

Patroness     Flyer     Conference April 27-28, 2026 C.S. Lewis

The School’s program offers students solid, systematic courses in four key areas:

  • The nature of communication and the elements upon which it is based. This includes the processes of shaping public opinion, the structure of information-based entities and the language of the traditional means of communication (radio, tv, press), as well as the new technology-based media.
  • The Church in cultural context. The Church presents its message and incarnates the faith in an ongoing dialogue with men, women and cultures. This area investigates of how Christianity has developed and expressed its message over the centuries, transforming it into a catalyst of cultural change.
  • The theological, philosophical and canonical content of the faith and its impact on the identity of the Church as an Institution.
  • The application of these theories, practices and communication techniques to institutions of the Church, bearing in mind their particular identity. Special emphasis is given to how communication offices are organized, methods of communicating with the various interlocutors of the Church and the presentation of the content of the faith in the field of public opinion.

In evidenza

The Italian Course for new students enrolled in the four Schools of our University began on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. A total of 115 students from various countries are taking part.

The one-month course is organized by the Department of Languages, in collaboration with the Dante Alighieri Society, which once again renews its commitment to promoting the learning of the Italian language from the very beginning of the university journey.

Educational Offer       (Provisional) Academic Guide       Enrollments

The digital version of the 2025/2026 Academic Guide is now available.

Enrollment will open starting in September 2025. Classes are scheduled to begin on October 8, 2025.

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Friday, June 20, 2025 (11:30 a.m., Aula Magna "John Paul II"), the traditional event Welcome to... Alumni Santa Croce 2025 took place, dedicated to those who had completed their studies at our University during the current academic year.

The event featured as guests Rev. Prof. Fernando Puig, Rector of our University, Prof. Luis Cano, Lecturer at the School of Communication and PhD in Theology (2007), and Prof. Pilar Río, Lecturer at the School of Theology.

The day continued with Holy Mass celebrated at the Basilica of Sant’Apollinare, followed by a friendly gathering in the courtyard.

The concluding ceremonies of the respective Schools programs are taking place these days, with the awarding of certificates to students completing their academic cycles.

  • Awarding of Baccalaureate Certificates

School of Theology: Monday, June 16, at 11:00 a.m., Álvaro del Portillo Hall

School of Philosophy: Thursday, June 19, at 11:30 a.m., Álvaro del Portillo Hall

  • Awarding of Licentiate Certificates

School of Theology: Wednesday, June 18, at 11:30 a.m., John Paul II Auditorium

School of Communication: Wednesday, June 18, at 11:00 a.m., Álvaro del Portillo Hall

School of Canon Law: Thursday, June 19, at 11:30 a.m., Benedict XVI Hall

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