The Heart of a Giver
“I truly believe that any measure of success that I have achieved in my life is because of my faith. It has been my anchor. I think we are all called to give of the talents which we have all been given, no matter what they are.”
Gentleness is a power of its own
Praise God for our littleness, by which we can absorb the greatness of God's gentleness.
Article published in Catholic Register, written by Dr. Mary Marrocco, Sessional Lecturer at St. Augustine’s Seminary,
Praying with(out) Images with Dr. Butcher
How might we better pray with--but also without--images? Come and "see" at Dr. Butcher’s Advent Retreat.
Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Download our Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Prayer Card.
The Spiritual Life of the Deacon
How does a deacon make that daily discernment? In his presentation, Deacon Peter Lovrick, Associate Professor of Homiletics, Director of the Diaconate Formation Program, discusses insights and methods from the Church Fathers, Saints, and spiritual writers in the Catholic Christian tradition for interior discernment.
Alumnus Spotlight: Fr. Bob Bedard
Fr. Robert Bedard - Class of 1955 - largest ordination class in the history of St. Augustine’s Seminary. He was the founder of the Companions of the Cross, a society of apostolic life in the Catholic Church, and died on October 6. He was 82.
Maggie Johnston: Quietly Making A Difference Behind the Scenes
Maggie Johnston is one of the most familiar faces at St. Augustine’s Seminary – at least to those who have passed through its doors over the last three and a half decades.
Studying at the Seminary: A Family Affair
When Julia Manini decided to pursue a Master in Religious Education after obtaining a BA in Education, she enrolled at St. Augustine’s Seminary along with her father and brother-in-law. Read more.
Announcing the 2021-22 Lay Spiritual Formation Program
Please save the date for our 2021-22 Lay Spiritual Formation Program workshops and retreats.
Beginning Our 109th Year of Forming Disciples
St. Augustine Seminary’s Rector Fr. Edwin Gonsalves is dedicating the upcoming academic and formation year to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
New Altar in St. Augustine’s Chapel Consecrated at Special Mass
Mass to consecrate St. Augustine's Seminary's new altar.
The Many Gifts of Msgr. John Borean
When Msgr. John Borean was approached by the Seminary about helping design the new sanctuary, he jumped at the idea.
VIDEO: The Joy and Challenge of Preaching
St. Augustine’s Seminary has been offering a series of annual preaching conferences, seminars, and workshops since 2014 all dedicated to answering a question from His Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins: how do we improve the state of Catholic preaching?
Sacred Heart of Jesus Novena Retreat
We invite you to join our online Novena Retreat honouring the Sacred Heart of Jesus starting June 3 and ending June 11, 2021.
New Film from Dr. Josephine Lombardi
The film is currently available free to watch at josephinelombardi.com
Come Holy Spirit Novena Retreat for Pentecost
Our online retreat is made up of a series of 30-minute video presentations available on our YouTube Channel on demand.
Blessing cars and other modes of transportation has a long tradition in the Catholic church
Toronto Star article on why Catholic priests bless cars, featuring Fr. Seamus Hogan. Blessings are part of the Catholic faith and culture, which includes blessings in three main categories: people, places, and things (both religious and secular).
St. Augustine's Seminary Open House
St. Augustine's Seminary has stood tall in Toronto, surrounded by acres and acres of land for over a century. Not only has this seminary been the training ground for generations of Toronto priests, but its building and property have also played a significant role in the city's history.

