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Saint Paul Seminary’s Catechetical Institute to Prep Parish-Based Lay Leaders for Synod Implementation
Faith and MissionAs part of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis’ synodal implementation priorities, The Saint Paul Seminary’s Archbishop Flynn Catechetical Institute will host a “Synod Evangelization Team” of about 12 laypeople from each parish for the 2023 School of Discipleship. “As we prepare to make our Synod dreams a reality, it seems to me that…
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Ordination Is Just the Beginning: Providing Crucial Support When Priests Are Spread Thin
Faith and MissionFrom a business standpoint, it makes good sense. That’s one way Father Peter Williams, pastor of St. Ambrose Catholic Community in Woodbury, Minnesota, explains the value of the Institute for Ongoing Clergy Formation at The Saint Paul Seminary. “If you look at this from a business perspective, the people of God have invested a lot… -
Priests for Today: Connecting With the Elderly
Faith and MissionBrushing up on Johnny Cash may not sound like standard seminarian training, but that’s exactly what Nick Vance found himself doing this past summer. As part of formation at The Saint Paul Seminary, he served at the Holy Family Residence – a Catholic eldercare facility run by the Little Sisters of the Poor in downtown St. Paul… -
Priests for Today: Learning to Minister in Rural America
Faith and MissionOne in four seminarians at The Saint Paul Seminary will end up in a rural parish at some point during his ministry – often with multiple churches and parishioners who are spread out all over the countryside. Each August, the seminary partners with Catholic Rural Life to give men in formation a taste of this… -
Catholic Education: Formation, Not Just Information
Faith and MissionBetween 70 and 80% of Catholic school students stop practicing the faith by the time they graduate college. There are many reasons for this, but one main antidote is the development of Catholic schools that form the whole person. That was the main message at the keynote speaking event for the in-person portion of this… -
A Summer Spent With the Little Sisters of the Poor
Faith and MissionDozens of elderly residents at the Little Sisters of the Poor Holy Family Residence made their way to the main lobby on July 27. Some walked on their own, some came in wheelchairs, and others were escorted by the sisters. But just about everyone carried a smile and excited energy. Nick Vance ’18, one of… -
Alumnus Father Rodrigo Mayorga Lost Almost Everything at 11
Faith and MissionHe also found his calling to the priesthood. About an hour’s drive north of the outskirts of Guadalajara, the county of San Cristóbal de la Barranca claims status as the barranco mango capital of Mexico. The rugged region’s other main exports include tequila, plums and mariachi music. Nestled inside the county, the tiny mountain enclave… -
Calluses and Chalices
Faith and MissionThe Saint Paul Seminary ordination Class of 2022 plans to serve parishes with head, hand and heart. It’s the middle of May, just a few weeks before priestly ordinations around the Upper Midwest, and the parking garage at 2260 Summit Avenue looks and sounds more like a Tires Plus than The Saint Paul Seminary at… -
Meet the 18 New Priests From The Saint Paul Seminary’s 2022 Ordination Class
Faith and MissionThe Saint Paul Seminary is sending 18 men into the Catholic priesthood this year. The seminary’s Class of 2022 includes eight different dioceses from around the Upper Midwest. Here’s a bit more about each new priest. (Priests listed are pictured left to right.) Father Michael Selenski Hometown: Coon Rapids, MinnesotaHome parish: Church of St. PaulParents:… -
Deepening Discernment: Inside the Newly Instituted Propaedeutic Stage at The Saint Paul Seminary
Faith and MissionNineteen young men in one household kitchen is a fascinating sight. And sound. And smell. Sizzling bacon, sausage and eggs. A table scattered with oatmeal, cereals and fruit. And every once in a while, a unified singing of a '90s rock song. But for the men in The Saint Paul Seminary’s new “propaedeutic” year, it’s…