Fr. Joseph Taphorn, rector of The Saint Paul Seminary, explains how the Holy Spirit, present from the beginning, is working in the life of the seminary.
Continue ReadingBishop Andrew Cozzens of the Diocese of Crookston — and leader of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ National Eucharistic Revival — met with the seminarians at The Saint Paul Seminary to start the 2023-24 academic year.
Continue ReadingIn a recent article by Catholic News Agency, it is revealed that despite an overall stagnant trend in nationwide seminary enrollments, certain U.S. seminaries are experiencing an encouraging surge in student numbers.That includes The Saint Paul Seminary
Continue ReadingPer a recent poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, about 7 in 10 U.S. adults say they believe in angels. But what are angels, and what is their purpose? And what about demons? Where do “fallen” angels fit into the conversation?
Continue Reading“It was a great honor to have represented the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis at the papal altar in Rome,” Gudjonsson said.
Continue ReadingSaint Paul’s teachings on identity can be a source of comfort and encouragement for any Catholic struggling to understand and accept himself or herself — a challenge we all face, but one that’s particularly relevant for young people today.
Continue ReadingDunrovin Christian Brothers Retreat Center in Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota, recently honored seminarian Deacon Nick Vance and fellow former staff members for their leadership training work with high schoolers.
Continue ReadingHow can we effectively share the truth about Jesus in the Eucharist — one of the most misunderstood Catholic teachings — with others in a world where faith seems to be less and less popular?
Continue ReadingAs part of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis Synod (“You Will Be My Witnesses”), every pastor was called by Archbishop Bernard Hebda to appoint 12 missionaries from his parish to form a “Synod Evangelization Team.” The training to go out and spread the Gospel included attending The Saint Paul Seminary Catechetical Institute’s School of Discipleship program led by biblical scholar Jeff Cavins.
Continue ReadingMost parish priests have their own, personal chalice. Some of them use it to celebrate Mass daily. Others save it for special occasions – important feast days, their ordination anniversary, the wedding or funeral of a family member.
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