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Who should study theology?

It’s a common question for Catholic students at the undergrad and graduate levels. Who should study theology? What can I do with a theology degree?

‘Encountering the people’: The vocation story of Deacon Nathan Hansen

God was stirring something deeper when soon-to-be ordained seminarian Deacon Nathan Hansen was a child.

A letter from Saint Paul Seminary Rector Fr. Joseph Taphorn on the Solemnity of the Annunciation

In His divine plan to save us, God chose to enter into human history, becoming one of us.

Catholic School Leadership director to present at national education conference

Dr. Pamela Patnode will join Catholic school teachers and leaders from around the country and the world.

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New offering from IOCF helps Catholic pastors tackle business challenges

Shepherd’s Staff is a team of advisors from various business backgrounds who meet one-on-one with pastors to tackle specific issues that may arise.

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Joyful Catholic Leaders Show: What do these guys learn at the seminary, anyway?

Dr. Christopher Thompson, academic dean at The Saint Paul Seminary, talks through what a man learns on his journey from disciple to seminarian to priest.

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Watch: Mariah Carey, Jennifer Lopez and discipleship

What does the famous feud between Carey and Lopez have to do with becoming a disciple? Ascension’s Fr. Josh Johnson recently explained to The Saint Paul Seminary’s propaedeutic-stage aspirants.

Eighteen deacon candidates instituted as lectors Sunday

This important step towards diaconate ordination will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 20 at All Saints in Lakeville.

Journey toward priesthood continues for 19 seminarians

A total of 19 seminarians at The Saint Paul Seminary are taking an important step toward priestly ordination by being installed as lectors in 2022.