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Conception Seminary College Holds Commencement
Conception, Mo – May 16, 2016 – On Saturday May 14, 2016, Conception Seminary College concluded its academic year with a commencement ceremony in the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. Thirteen men received their Bachelor of Arts degree. They are: Keith Chadwick, Hayden Charles, Bradley Distler, Jonathan Fox, Jon Hynek II, Kevin Lenius, Nicholas Newton,…
May Day 2016: Fun and Fraternity
When I first came to Conception, I hadn’t participated in a Field Day (a day typically dedicated to playing as many sports as possible for as long as possible) since I was in 8th grade. So when the end of the academic year rolled around and I had the opportunity to compete in my first…
CSC 2016 Graduates: Jon Hynek
Diocese? Diocese of Green Bay, Wisconsin Home Parish? St. Francis of Assisi Future plans after graduation? Continuing my formation at St. Francis de Sales Seminary, St. Francis, Wisconsin. Favorite memory from your time at Conception Seminary College? Going to a Chiefs Game with a 1/4 of the school Favorite course you took at CSC? Church…
CSC 2016 Graduates: Joseph Hurdle
Diocese? Diocese of Cheyenne, Wyoming Home Parish? St. Mary’s Cathedral Future plans after graduation? Attend St. Meinrad School of Theology Favorite Memory from your time at Conception Seminary College? Walking around Lake Placid with the guys. Favorite course you took at CSC? Theological Anthropology What will you miss the most CSC? The people. What did…
CSC 2016 Graduates: James Flattery
Diocese? Diocese of Davenport, Iowa Home Parish? Immaculate Conception Future plans after graduation? Go on to theology at Mundelein Seminary Favorite Memory from your time at Conception Seminary College? Spending time around the table with Fr Pat and the guys. Favorite course you took at CSC? Death and Dying with Dr. McGrath What will you…
CSC 2016 Graduate: Phil Novotny
Diocese? Archdiocese of Omaha, Nebraska Home Parish? Mary Our Queen Catholic Church Future plans after graduation? Continuing on to theological studies at Kenrick Seminary, St. Louis. Favorite Memory from your time at Conception Seminary College? Church chat in Brad Berhost’s room. Star gazing and faith sharing with my sister Rachel and Johnny Blauw. Batman’s bratwurst under the pines. Dr.…
Abbey Basilica Anniversary
Today we celebrate 125 years of the Dedication of the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. Our historic basilica church was dedicated on May 10, 1891. It has served as the place of worship and encounter with God.It is a space of beauty and grandeur. With gratitude we celebrate this special anniversary in our history. In…
Running the Race: Abbey Trails 2016
I’ve got the shoes. I’ve got the race number across my chest. But I am not a runner. Conception Abbey’s annual 5k Run, Abbey Trails, was a chance for me to try. I have never been a runner, but always into making sure I was fit and in shape. This year in preparation for the…
CSC 2016 Graduates: Tomas Sandoval
Diocese? Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Home Parish? St. Monica’s Catholic Church Future plans after graduation? Continuing on to theological studies at St. John Vianney in Denver, Colorado. Favorite Memory from your time at Conception Seminary College? It is impossible to narrow it down to just one memory… It’s all a beautiful blur! Favorite course…