Each year, Saint John's Seminary forms men who are preparing to give their lives in service to Christ and His Church.
Today, the members of the Class of 2026 leave Saint John's Seminary prepared to continue answering that call—as newly ordained priests, transitional deacons, and men preparing for lives of ministry in dioceses and religious communities throughout New England and beyond.
Their years at Saint John's Seminary have been marked by prayer, study, fraternity, and pastoral formation, shaping them to preach the Gospel, serve God's people, and bring Christ to others through a lifetime of faithful service.
Today, many of these men are already serving in parishes and ministries, accompanying the faithful, celebrating the Sacraments, and proclaiming the hope of the Gospel.
Their formation was made possible through the generosity of faithful supporters who believe in the future of the Church.
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Archdiocese of Boston
Fr. Javier Padilla • Fr. Diego Alejandro Pena • Fr. Johnathan Saniuk
Diocese of Providence
Fr. Vincent (Jay) Zizza
Diocese of Rochester
Fr. David Cataline
Diocese of Fall River
Rev. Mr. Lucas daCosta
Discalced Carmelites
Br. Vladimir Guadalupe, OCD • Br. Joseph Teresa Steger, OCD
The Mission Continues
While the Class of 2026 begins its ministry, a new generation of seminarians is now walking the same path of discernment and formation at Saint John's Seminary.
They are preparing to become the priests, deacons, chaplains, and Church leaders who will serve future generations of Catholics throughout New England and beyond.
Just as the Class of 2026 was formed through years of prayer, study, mentorship, and pastoral experience, today's seminarians rely on the support of benefactors who understand the importance of forming faithful leaders for the Church.
Your Gift Makes Formation Possible
Your gift to Saint John's Seminary helps provide:
- Spiritual formation rooted in prayer and the Sacraments
- Academic and theological education faithful to the Church
- Pastoral training and supervised ministry experiences
- Formation in fraternity, leadership, and service
- The resources needed to support seminarians throughout their years of formation
Every gift directly supports the mission of forming men for lives of faithful service to Christ and His Church.
Help Form the Next Generation of Priests and Church Leaders
The newly ordained priests and ministers of the Class of 2026 are already serving God's people.
Now, we invite you to invest in those who are preparing to follow in their footsteps.
Your generosity today helps form the next generation of priests and Church leaders who will one day celebrate the Sacraments, accompany families in moments of joy and sorrow, and proclaim the hope of the Gospel in our communities.
