On January 23, 2026, our community welcomed Daniel Ibañez for a new Sedes Guest encounter. A Spanish photojournalist and one of the youngest permanently accredited professionals at the Holy See, he serves as an official photographer for EWTN and ACI Prensa. With clarity and passion, he shared how his vocation as a photographer has become a way of narrating the life of the Church from within. He spoke about the privilege of capturing the humanity and spontaneity of Pope Franci

On January 19, 2026, the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross hosted the premiere of a new film dedicated to the life of Pier Giorgio Frassati, produced by Adoray. The event brought together students, professors, and guests to rediscover the luminous witness of the young saint from Turin. Among those present was Nicholas Koch, resident of Sedes Sapientiae and lead actor in the film, who shared insights into the artistic and spiritual journey behind the project.   The premi

On 18th January, our seminary community was greatly blessed to welcome Rev. Fr. Eugénio Epomba, an alumnus of our College from the Archdiocese of Huambo, Angola. He presided over a Thanksgiving Holy Mass, offering prayers of gratitude and encouragement to the entire community. Rev. Don Eugénio is currently pursuing a Licentiate in Philosophy at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross. His presence among us was a joyful moment of fraternity and spiritual renewal. We were t

On January 17, 2026, our community welcomed the Servants of the Home of the Mother for a new Sedes Guest encounter, a moment filled with joy, simplicity, and deep spiritual resonance. Their presence offered a vibrant testimony of how the Gospel can be shared today with authenticity and enthusiasm. Through their mission rooted in the Eucharist, devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, and with a creative use of media, they showed how God continues to reach young people and transfo

On 14 January, the College had the distinct privilege of welcoming His Excellency Bishop Vincent Frederick Mwakhwawa, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Lilongwe, for a visit marked by prayer, fellowship, and spiritual encouragement. His presence among us was a true moment of communion and dialogue, deeply enriching the life of our community. The highlight of the visit was the Vespers, during which His Excellency imparted his fatherly blessing. Following the prayer, the B

From 18 December to 6 January, the seminarians were assigned to various parishes and retirement homes across different dioceses, both within Italy and abroad. This period marked a significant moment of pastoral formation, as they were immersed in parish life and entrusted with active roles in ministry. By living and working closely with local clergy and parish communities, the seminarians were able to observe and participate in the daily pastoral responsibilities of the Churc

The end of 2025 and beginning of 2026 opened with profound joy for our community as we celebrated several priestly ordinations on different continents, united in the same spirit of gratitude. On January 3rd, we gave thanks to God for the ordination of Rev. JohnPaul Chukwuebuka Oraefo, conferred by Most Rev. Denis Chidi Isizoh, Catholic Bishop of Aguleri, in the Cathedral of St. Joseph. This sacred moment marked the beginning of his ministry as a priest, a path shaped by love,

On December 30, 2025, several seminarians from the Colegio had the grace of serving during the Papal Te Deum in St. Peter’s Basilica, presided over by Pope Leo. This end‑of‑year celebration, filled with gratitude and solemnity, gathered the faithful to thank God for the blessings received throughout the year. In other occasions in the past months our seminarians assisted at the altar and also helped in the distribution of Holy Communion, participating closely in the liturgica

In keeping with the seminary’s long-standing tradition, first-year seminarians, accompanied by some formators, undertook an enriching visit to the beautiful region of Toscana from 26 to 28 December. The journey brought together cultural exploration, spiritual reflection, and fraternal bonding. On 26 December, the group arrived in Pisa, where they visited the renowned Piazza dei Miracoli. Highlights of the visit included the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa (Torre Pendente), the C

On 16 December, our seminary had the honor of welcoming Padre Javier Orozco de Donesteve, a young Greek-Catholic priest of the Eparchy of Oradea Mare (Romania), ordained in 2023. Born in Madrid in 1994 and formed between Spain and Romania, Padre Javier studied Theology at the University of Navarra, obtained a Master’s degree in the Foundations of European Identity at Babeș-Bolyai University, and is currently pursuing a Licentiate in Eastern Canon Law at the Pontifical Orienta

The First Festival of Christmas at the University of the Holy Cross was held on 15th December in the afternoon, beginning at 12:45 pm with the Holy Mass. This meaningful celebration brought together students, professors, and the wider academic community in a joyful atmosphere of faith, music, and unity. After the Mass, the festival continued with a Christmas Song Competition in the Aula Magna, where cultures, voices, and talents blended into one festive celebration. The event

On December 14, 2025, our seminary experienced a joyful day of thanksgiving as we welcomed some beloved Italian benefactors. The celebration began with Holy Mass, lived in a spirit of communion and gratitude for their generous support. After the liturgy, our seminarians shared their vocation stories, recounting with simplicity and depth the journey that leads them to respond to the Lord’s call. These testimonies touched hearts and revealed the beauty of faith in action. This