The Saint Paul Seminary extends its congratulations to Archbishop-Designate Michael McGovern on his appointment as Archbishop of Omaha. At the same time, the community offers its prayers and best wishes to Archbishop George Lucas as he enters retirement after faithfully leading the Archdiocese of Omaha since 2009.
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.
Lent isn’t just about fasting: The call to increased prayer, penance and almsgiving Read More »
Br. Matthew Warnez, a member of the Brotherhood of Hope, will join The Saint Paul Seminary as an instructor of moral theology.
Br. Matthew Warnez, B.H., joins The Saint Paul Seminary faculty Read More »
The Shroud of Turin is a blood-stained linen burial cloth that bears the mysterious image and blood stains of a crucified man believed by many to be Jesus of Nazareth.
Institute for Ongoing Clergy Formation: Who is the Man of the Shroud? Read More »
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.
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.”
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.
Saint Paul Seminary celebrates lector institution of 16 seminarians Read More »
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.
Fr. Ben Little joins The Saint Paul Seminary as spiritual director Read More »
The Institute for Ongoing Clergy Formation is working with Catholic Finance Corporation (CFC) to provide their financial analysis services to first-time pastors as they receive their first parish assignment or current pastors moving from one parish to another.
Parish Financial Analysis for Newly Appointed Pastors and Parochial Administrators Read More »
Each January, seminarians from The Saint Paul Seminary pilgrimage throughout the world as part of priestly formation. These experiences are