Acolyte and Lector Installation Masses 2023
The Acolyte and Lector Installation Masses recently took place at the main chapel of St. Augustine’s Seminary of Toronto. Photo albums are now available on the website.
St. Augustine’s Seminary of Toronto Convocation 2023
Congratulations to our Class of 2023 Graduates! View our photo album.
The degrees, certificates, and diplomas were conferred at our annual Convocation on November 13th. Thanks to Archbishop Francis Leo, Chancellor of St. Augustine's Seminary, Professor Randy Boyagoda, Acting Vice-Provost, Faculty and Academic Life, University of Toronto and our keynote speaker, Bishop Stephen Andrews, the Principal of Wycliffe College.
Largest Ordination Class in the History of St. Augustine's Seminary
One moment stands out prominently in the history of St. Augustine’s Seminary – the ordination of Cardinal Aloysius Matthew Ambrozic and his 53 fellow seminarians in 1955, which marked the largest graduating class in the seminary's history.
Ordination to the Sacred Order of Transitional Diaconate
The Journey to Priesthood: ordination to the diaconate is the last major step in a seminarian’s journey to the priesthood. Join us in praying for our seminarians’ continued path to priesthood. Video links and photos shared.
Day of Fasting, Penance and Prayer on Friday, October 27 for Peace
The Holy Father invited "sisters and brothers of the various Christian denominations, those belonging to other religions and all those who have at heart the cause of peace in the world, to join in as they see fit."
A Vigil will take place at 6 p.m. at Saint Peter's Square, where an hour of prayer in a spirit of penance to implore peace in our time, in this world.
Visit to St. John Paul the Great Family Centre - ShareLife's Supported Agency
The St. John Paul the Great Family Centre is one of the agencies that ShareLife, the annual charitable appeal of the Archdiocese, supports. The primary focus of ShareLife is supporting agencies that carry out the mission work of the Church, something St. Augustine’s Seminarians recently witnessed first-hand.
The first in a series of Patristic Talks for the 2023-2024 Academic Year
On October 17, 2023, Rev. Brendan Lupton spoke about St. Gregory the Great in his talk entitled, “Gregory the Great: Why is he Great?” Video and photos shared.
Celebrating the Month of the Rosary
We invite you to grow closer to Jesus through Mary and pray the Rosary with us during the month of October.
New Lay Spiritual Formation Series for 2023-2024
Save the dates! For details and registration, please visit our events page.
St. Augustine's Seminary Begins New Academic Year (Class Photos)
As our seminarians and students begin another year of formation, please keep them and those responsible for their formation and education in your prayers.
2023 Seminarian Class Photos are now available for download.
Divina Eloquia 2023-2024
Save the dates! For details and registration, please visit our events page.
Mass of the Holy Spirit Begins New Formation Year at St. Augustine’s Seminary
The Mass of the Holy Spirit takes place at the beginning of each academic year. This year, our President, Msgr. A. Robert Nusca, celebrated the Mass in the Seminary chapel on September 6, 2023.
View photos from our Mass of the Holy Spirit.
Augustinian Forum in the Philippines
Academic Dean of St. Augustine’s Seminary, Fr. John Abad’s visit to the Philippines was not merely a one-time event; it signified the beginning of a collaborative effort to expand the reach of St. Augustine’s Seminary of Toronto’s basic degree and advanced courses through online education. This innovative approach seeks to unite students and scholars worldwide regardless of geographic constraints.
Blessing of St. Augustine’s Seminary Serra House
On August 28, 2023, His Grace, Archbishop Francis Leo blessed the St. Augustine’s Seminary Serra House building and consecrated the chapel’s new altar at a special Mass. View photos from the event.
St. Augustine’s Seminary Remembers Dr. Janine Langan
A memorial event, including a Mass, was held on Saturday, August 19, at St. Augustine’s Seminary in honour of Professor Emerita Janine Langan. View photos from the event.
St. André Bessette's Spirit at St. Augustine's Seminary
The Seminary received an icon written by Sonhee Lim, wife of Deacon Vincent Seungwoo Lim, our recent Diaconate Formation Diploma in Theological Studies graduate. The icon will be officially installed on the 4th floor, adjacent to the Bessette Chapel. View more photos.
Alumnus Spotlight: Msgr. Vid Vlasic
If there was one piece of advice Msgr. Vid Vlasic could give to young seminarians, it would be trust in Christ. Prior to his ordination 44 years ago, Msgr Vlasic recalls wrestling with this issue during his days at St Augustine’s Seminary. Read more.
Explore Fr. Charles Anang's Books: Free E-Book Downloads Now Available
The writings of Fr. Charles Anang, Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at St. Augustine’s, provide a roadmap for those seeking deeper connections with their faith and a relationship with God. These transformative works are now available for free download on our website.
Reflections from the Diaconate Formation Silent Retreat at St. Augustine's Seminary
The central theme of the retreat, "Living our lives in the grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ and trusting in His Merciful Goodness," resonated deeply with the candidates. The reminder that the role of a deacon is firmly grounded in the teachings and grace of Christ imparts a sense of purpose and direction in their journey of faith. Read more.
Experiencing Christ’s Peace at St. Augustine’s
It has been two years since Fr. Christian Lindenbach was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Regina. He is now pastor of two rural Saskatchewan parishes – St. Peter in Lumsden and St. Jerome in Regina Beach – as well as an assistant to the Archbishop at the Chancery Office, Archdiocese of Regina.