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COVID-19 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT As our country continues to adapt to the current reality of the COVID-19 virus for the immediate future, we assure our seminary community that our administrative team is in communication with the diocesan, local, and … Read More »

Members of the Hispanic community in the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland were joined by seminarians and faculty members from Borromeo and Saint Mary seminaries for a special event on Feb. 23 at the Center for Pastoral Leadership. The first Hispanic Family Day was … Read More »

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Albert Vondra, a graduate student in the Master of Arts (Theology) degree program, is on a 3-month mission immersion in Uganda. Al left everything behind, took his faith, his financial and legal background, and began a journey not only to … Read More »

On Friday, October 11, 2019, Bishop Nelson J. Perez celebrated the Institution to the Ministry of Lectors for the Second Theology Seminarians.  Those receiving this ministry are (left to right): Garrett Guerrieri, David Chojnacki, John Jaehyun Ryu, John Rovnak, Dominic … Read More »

Nine First Theology seminarians were admitted to Candidacy for Holy Orders on Friday, August 30, 2019. With Bishop Nelson J. Perez, Bishop of Cleveland, and Father Mark Latcovich, President-Rector. Back (l-r) Jeffrey Liptak, Max Giorgi, Michael Garvin, Kevin Bertleff, Front: … Read More »

Brother Jesús Ramirez Moreno and Brother Christian Torres Esparza of the Congregation of St. Joseph were ordained transitional deacons Saturday, August 24, 2019, at St. Elizabeth of Hungary parish in Hermosillo, Mexico, through the imposition of hands by Archbishop Ruy … Read More »

Congratulations to Father Scott Detisch, adjunct faculty member in Systematics and Liturgy, for the publication of his book, From Hero to Servant to Mystic: Navigating the Deeper Waters of Priestly Spirituality (Liturgical Press, Collegeville, Minnesota.) The book … Read More »

The weekend of Sept. 29-30, seminarians from Borromeo and Saint Mary seminaries went to the Pontifical College Josephinum Soccer Invitational Tournament and left victorious. The tournament was hosted by Josephinum in Columbus, Ohio and included seven teams (six seminaries and … Read More »

“Take this book of holy Scripture and be faithful in handing on the word of God, so that it may grow strong in the hearts of his people.” On Friday, October 26, Bishop Nelson Perez presided at the Liturgy for … Read More »

Saint Mary Seminary congratulates its students who belong to religious communities and who professed perpetual vows, renewed temporary vows, and professed first vows recently. Brother Emmanuel Padilla Contreras, CSJ completed his Master of Divinity degree in May 2018 and was … Read More »

On Friday, February 3, Father Mark Latcovich, President-Rector, presided at the Mass of Institution of Acolytes for five First Theology seminarians for the Diocese of Cleveland, and one First theology seminarian for the Congregation of Saint Joseph. Also pictured are two … Read More »

Read Father Francis Moloney’s presentation at the 2016 Mullen Lecture. Click here: mullen-lecture-on-hope-2016

Did you know? Saint Mary Seminary is approved by the State Approving Agency for Veterans’ Training under the provision of Chapter 36, Title 38 of the United States Code.  If you, or someone you know, is a post-9-11 veteran who … Read More »

In an effort to offer activities and events that are helpful and appealing to the alumni community, the alumni association planning committee would like your input. The events being considered range from faith-based activities that are intellectual to social to … Read More »

An alumni association is being formed for MA, MDiv, and DMin graduates. A very successful alumni social event was held last spring and another is schedule for November 5, 2016. A “Save the Date” e-mail with details will be sent … Read More »

Rev. Gerald Bednar, Vice Rector-Vice President and Professor of Systematic Theology,  will be recognized by Cleveland Smart Business with the Medical Mutual 2015 Pillar Award for Community Service for his work with “Project Hope for the Homeless” in Painesville .  The event will take place on Wednesday, … Read More »

Father George Smiga, Professor of Biblical Studies has posted a new video, “Bridges” ( http://buildingontheword.org/bridges/ )  “Bridges” discusses the importance of repairing all that is broken in our world. It is vital not only to be merciful to those who are … Read More »

Fifth Theology Seminarians made their Profession of Faith and signed the Oath of Fidelity on Saturday, August 29th at then Opening Mass of the Holy Spirit. We continue to pray for these five seminarians as they prepare their petitions to … Read More »

Saint Mary Seminary and Graduate School of Theology is seeking comments from the public about the Graduate program in preparation for its periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency. The Seminary will host a visit September 21-22, 2015, with a team … Read More »

Don’t miss Father George Smiga’s latest video “Salt” on his website. ” “Salt” addresses our desire to help others. With so many needs around us how can we make a difference in meeting the needs of those who struggle? Drawing upon … Read More »

Saint Mary Seminary welcomed Archbishop Timothy Broglio, Archbishop of the Military Services, for Mass and a reception on Saturday evening, September 19, 2015. Hear the Seminary Chapel Choir at the Presentation of the Gifts and join us in this prayerful … Read More »

Are you thinking that a Doctor of Ministry degree might be in your future? You may be asking yourself how you can continue your graduate theological education and eventually be ready to begin the Doctor of Ministry program. Saint Mary … Read More »

On June 15, 2014, two seminarians and two faculty members began a journey to Tanzania at the invitation of Catholic Relief Services to learn about the good work being accomplished among the disadvantaged of that country. After a brief orientation … Read More »

About our Seminarians… There are 60 seminarians studying for the priesthood in  Diocese of Cleveland at Borromeo and Saint Mary Seminaries combined. There are also 13 men from religious communities studying at Borromeo and Saint Mary Seminaries: 7 Capuchin Franciscans, … Read More »

  St. Mary Seminary & Graduate School of Theology is grateful to the 2013 Mullen Lecturer and Mullen Scholar in Residence Rev. Francis J. Moloney, SDB for his presentation “Love in the Gospel of John: To What End? “ The full text of Father Moloney’s presentation is available by … Read More »

President-Rector, Father Mark Latcovich, outlines the mobile technology initiative underway at Saint Mary Seminary.  The Program for Priestly Formation (5th ed.) states that “contemporary pedagogical methods that incorporate technological advances should be encouraged (#234), and the seminary has begun a … Read More »

Congratulations to Father George Smiga, Scripture professor at Saint Mary Seminary, for the launch of a new website:  “Building on the Word: A Resource for Scripture, Culture, and Faith. ” [buildingontheword.org] Father has incorporated a wide array of scriptural resources for prayer, study, and pastoral ministry.  Congratulations on this exceptional entry … Read More »