by tobainc | Nov 26, 2022 | News
With autumn in the air on a near-perfect Thanksgiving morning, we took to the field for our annual Thanksgiving Day football game—the beloved Buckley Bowl. Both teams played hard, and all those on the sideline enjoyed the spectacle. The halftime banjo performance, however, might’ve been a highlight for many in the stands. After the game, a bit later in the afternoon, we (of course), sat down together for a hearty and delicious dinner.
It was most definitely a good Thanksgiving here at the seminary. God has indeed blessed us with countless gifts, and we have so much to be grateful for. Thank you to all of you who support us with your prayers, encouragement, and donations. May God continue to bless you!
by tobainc | Nov 26, 2022 | News
Last Saturday, November 19th, 22 candidates received minor orders from his Excellency Bishop Robert Finn. Twelve seminarians received the orders of Exorcist and Acolyte, and another ten received Porter and Lector. The minor orders are an indispensable part of our discernment and formation for the priesthood—incrementally increasing our duties as we slowly draw closer to the altar, and also providing the grace for us to whole-heartedly fulfill the ministry conferred upon us by Christ’s Church. Family and friends traveled in to witness the men take this step, happily supporting them and celebrating with them. The weekend was an exciting and joyous time. Please continue to pray for our seminarians!
by tobainc | Nov 16, 2022 | News
Here’s a glimpse at music night, which happens once a semester—though we all wish it were more often! As usual, the amount of talent here at the seminary is amazing. There were so many good pieces to enjoy. These pictures don’t do the event justice, but perhaps they’ll communicate just a bit of the overall atmosphere: the passionate skill of the various seminarians performing, and the intent appreciation of all those listening!
by tobainc | Nov 5, 2022 | News
From the festivities of All Saints and All Souls: The Divine Office and Holy Sacrifice of the Mass from each feast day.
by tobainc | Oct 25, 2022 | News
On Saturday, October 22nd, 2022, the current second-year class of seminarians received first clerical tonsure and donned the cassock. Many family members and friends visited for the weekend to see these men take this concrete step in their discernment towards the holy priesthood. It was an exciting and joyous occasion!
“Put off your old nature which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful lusts, and be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and put on the new nature, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.” – Eph. 4:22-24
