On October 19, we had the honor of welcoming His Excellency Edoardo Aldo Cerrato, Bishop Emeritus of Ivrea and a distinguished Oratorian of St. Philip Neri. Bishop Cerrato served as Bishop of Ivrea from 2012 until his retirement in 2024. Prior to that, he held the important role of Procurator General of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri from 1994 to 2012, dedicating many years to the promotion and preservation of the Oratorian charism. During his visit, Bishop Cerrato offered a

On Saturday, October 17, our seminary had the distinct privilege of welcoming the esteemed benefactors of Fundación CARF. Their visit was a deeply meaningful and joyful occasion, marked by a spirit of fraternity, gratitude, and shared faith. The day began with warm greetings and continued with a rich program celebrating the unity and diversity of our seminary community. Together with our CARF benefactors, we celebrated the Holy Eucharist, followed by a joyful lunch and a seri

On Friday, October 16, our seminary had the great honor of welcoming the beloved benefactors of the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross Foundation (PUHCF). Their visit was a moment of grace, joy, and mutual encouragement for our entire community. Upon their arrival at the college that afternoon, the benefactors participated in the celebration of the Holy Mass. Following the Eucharistic celebration, they shared a special time of fellowship with some seminarians, who had th

On October 15th, We had the honor of welcoming Sister Vittorina Marini, a Franciscan Sister of the Most Sorrowful Mother and a distinguished theologian. During her talk, Sister Vittorina offered profound reflections on Christian anthropology, emphasizing that the body, in the light of Christology, is a place of incarnation and sacrament. Her vision bridges theology and humanity, faith and reason, in a dialogue that deeply resonates with contemporary experience. Beyond her aca

On October 14, we had the honor of welcoming Monsignor Francisco Javier Martínez Castillo, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of puebla de Los Ángeles, Mexico, to our college, Collegio Sedes Sapientiae. His presence brought a profound sense of joy and spiritual encouragement to our entire community. Bishop Martínez Castillo shared a heartfelt message that deeply resonated with us. He reminded us how fortunate we are to be here in rome, living in an international college amon

On October 11, a significant milestone was marked in the life of our seminary community at Collegio Sedes Sapientiae. At 12:45 p.m., during the Eucharistic Benediction held in our college church, Santa Maria Sedes Sapientiae, two of our dear seminarians—Kasun Kandane from the Archdiocese of Colombo, Sri Lanka, and Moses Amoaku from Ghana—took the solemn oath of fidelity and made their profession of faith, formally preparing for their ordination to the Diaconate. Later that ev

On October 9, we had the great honour of welcoming Don Giovanni Emidio Palaia – a Catholic priest, philosopher, writer, and professor at LUMSA University in Rome. Don Palaia is known for promoting the connection between faith, culture, and society. One of his most important missions is spreading the message and legacy of St. Carlo Acutis. During his visit, Don Palaia shared many touching and personal stories about St. Carlo Acutis that are not widely known. From a very young

On October 7, the students of Sedes Sapientiae College took part in the inauguration of the 41st academic year of the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross. A solemn moment marked by the words of Mons. Fernando Ocáriz, Grand Chancellor, who reminded us that the university is more than a place of instruction - it is a community seeking truth, a space of light and dialogue, where wisdom is passed on through authentic relationships. We were honored to witness the conferral of

On October 6th, we held a joyful inauguration ceremony for the new college academic and formative year. The event was honored by the presence of Rev. Dr. Sergio Tapia, Rector of the College, along with distinguished guests from CUIR: President Elvio Covino, Vice President Gian Luca Giovannucci, and Director of Cultural and Formative Activities, Federico Cavalli. The gathering offered a moment of reflection on the mission of the College and an opportunity to share plans for th

From September 29 to October 5, a group of seminarians of our college moved to Frascati for a week of spiritual retreat. This time of silence, prayer, and reflection allowed each participant to refocus on what truly matters and to renew their commitment to the priestly vocation. The retreat was marked by daily Mass, guided meditations, personal prayer, and fraternal sharing. A moment of grace lived in a peaceful setting, which continues to bear fruit in the hearts of those wh

It is with profound joy and heartfelt gratitude that we celebrate the recent sacred orders and diaconate ordinations of our esteemed alumni. We are truly privileged to witness the fulfillment of God’s calling in their lives. On September 18, our dear Divin Raj Alapatt, a seminarian from the Syro-Malabar Diocese of Mississauga, received the minor order of sub-diaconate. The sacred rite was conferred by Mar Raphael Thattil, Major Archbishop of the Syro-Malabar Church, at St. Fr

On September 26, the Sedes Sapientiae College paid tribute to Fr. Paul O’Callaghan, who served for nearly 30 years as Vice-Rector and Spiritual Director. His wisdom, gentle humor, and depth of reflection have left a lasting mark on generations of seminarians whom he accompanied with fidelity and care. Born in Dublin in 1956 and trained as an engineer, he was ordained a priest in 1982 by Saint John Paul II. He later earned a doctorate in theology and has taught since 1987 at t