- October 14, 2022 Association
In August, the Aquinas Institute of Theology in St. Louis honored Associate Alfreda Pulley with the St. Martin de Porres Award. Alfreda is pursuing her master’s in pastoral studies there.
Established in honor of St. Martin de Porres, this award is offered to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and provides a 100% tuition award for BIPOC students admitted to the MAPS or MDiv programs. St. Martin de Porres (1579-1639) was a Peruvian Dominican lay brother of mixed race known for his humility and love for the poor, and extraordinary healing powers.
"I feel blessed to have received the St. Martin de Porres Award," says Alfreda. "I believe God has called me to become more involved in the church and has led me to the Aquinas Institute. I look forward to using the education I receive to grow in my spiritual relationship with Christ and to share with others as a spiritual director or however God chooses to use me."