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Catholic Deacons proclaiming the Gospel in Mass

Understanding the Catholic deacon’s role in worship

The deacon’s role in the Church extends beyond liturgy, encompassing the sacraments, acts of charity and guiding the faithful to deeper communion with Christ.

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How important is music during the Catholic Mass?

More than a backdrop to the liturgy, music is meant to lift the soul, drawing hearts to God and fostering deeper participation in the sacred mysteries.

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From the rector: Future priests must understand how to celebrate the Mass with the heart of Christ the High Priest

At The Saint Paul Seminary, we take seriously the Church’s mandate to ensure that future priests and deacons are formed to lead the people of God in worship that is beautiful, true and transformative.

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Lent isn’t just about fasting: The call to increased prayer, penance and almsgiving

Lent is a time of penance and preparation for Easter, calling Catholics to embrace prayer, fasting and almsgiving as the pillars of spiritual renewal. While fasting often receives primary emphasis, the Church invites us to a holistic approach that integrates all three practices, deepening our spiritual lives and fostering a closer relationship with God.

brother warnez to join Saint Paul Seminary faculty

Br. Matthew Warnez, B.H., joins The Saint Paul Seminary faculty

Br. Matthew Warnez, a member of the Brotherhood of Hope, will join The Saint Paul Seminary as an instructor of moral theology.

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2022 Saint Paul Seminary alumnus spreads Catholic faith — at home and halfway across the world

Fr. Scott Padrnos balances his ministry in Minnesota with missionary work in Cambodia, sharing the Gospel with those who have never heard the name of Jesus.

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Saint Paul Seminary to host Dr. Mary Healy for April 22 discussion on how to treat sacred Scripture

The Saint Paul Seminary is set to host its annual Archbishop John Ireland Lecture at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in the University of St. Thomas’ O’Shaughnessy Educational Center Auditorium, featuring renowned biblical scholar Dr. Mary Healy. Known for her dynamic teaching and deep insight into sacred Scripture, Healy will present on the topic “Unsheathing the Sword: Reclaiming the Authority of Sacred Scripture.”

bishop austin vetter institutes lectors at saint paul seminary

Saint Paul Seminary celebrates lector institution of 16 seminarians

In seminary formation, lectors proclaim Scripture readings, recite the Psalms, lead general intercessions in the absence of a deacon and guide the singing and active participation of the faithful during the liturgy.

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Fr. Ben Little joins The Saint Paul Seminary as spiritual director

Archbishop Bernard Hebda of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis has appointed Fr. Ben Little to serve as a spiritual director at The Saint Paul Seminary starting July 1.

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Priestly preparation takes seminarians to Greece, Turkey, Mexico City and the United States capital

Each January, seminarians from The Saint Paul Seminary pilgrimage throughout the world as part of priestly formation. These experiences are intended to have a lifelong impact on their future ministry. “These trips are so important for priestly formation,” Br. Didacus Gottsacker of the Franciscan Brothers of Peace said. “Not only do they enrich and renew […]