The Saint Paul Seminary has acquired a former convent to become the first permanent home for its propaedeutic (introductory) formation program and is seeking support for renovations as well as ongoing expenses.
Renowned Catholic media personality and Saint Paul Seminary alumnus Archbishop Fulton Sheen will soon be declared Blessed by the Vatican, one step from sainthood.
The institution of 16 seminarians as lectors marks a significant step in their formation journey, preparing them to proclaim the Word of the Lord to the faithful at the celebration of Holy Mass. During seminary formation, lectors proclaim Scripture, recite the Psalms, lead general intercessions when a deacon isn’t present and promote active participation in the liturgy.
The Saint Paul Seminary hosted its annual Archbishop John Ireland Lecture at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2026 in the University of St. Thomas’ O’Shaughnessy Educational Center Auditorium, featuring renowned speaker, Bishop Andrew Cozzens. Known for his dynamic teaching and deep insight on the Eucharist, Cozzens presented on the topic “Do Not Be Afraid to Be Saints: The Pastoral Vision of St. John Paul II”
Seminarian Brent Sundve turned childhood tragedy into faith and purpose finding healing, hope, and a call to the Catholic priesthood.
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There are signs of hope at The Saint Paul Seminary. We begin the year with 106 seminarians, matching the highest enrollment since 1979. These men have responded to Christ’s call with hopeful and generous hearts, a beautiful testament to God’s grace at work today. We also welcome outstanding new faculty this fall. Additionally, our faculty speak to the enduring impact of Catholic social teaching, especially under our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV.
The Saint Paul Seminary on Monday celebrated the institution of 17 seminarians into the ministry of acolyte during a special Mass in St. Mary’s Chapel celebrated by Bishop Gerard Battersby of the Diocese of La Crosse. Another seminarian will be instituted in his home diocese of Fargo at a later date.
Rooted in Scripture and Sacred Tradition, Catholic social teaching offers timeless guidance for navigating modern challenges like artificial intelligence, gender ideology and the ‘New Apostolic Age.’
The Saint Paul Seminary is set to begin the 2025-26 academic year with a milestone 106 seminarians, matching the highest enrollment since 1979. This marks a 12-year high for the institution and highlights its growing role as a regional center for priestly, diaconal and lay formation.