vocations
Conception Seminary College to host fall annual play based on Aesop’s Fables
Conception Seminary College will present their annual theater production, entitled A Bagful of Fables, by Robert R. Lehan. This collection of fables presents Aesop with an attitude! Join this lively troupe of actors and even Aesop — who may be long gone from this earth but is still the life of the party! — as…
For the Future of the Church
Conception Seminary College stands firm in our foundation as a Benedictine-run seminary serving the Midwest, forming well-rounded men who will guide the future of the Church. Through academic, spiritual, pastoral, and human formation, we accompany men as they listen for God’s Voice, discern their priestly vocation, and become missionary disciples. Spiritual Formation The fruitfulness…
Conception Seminary College releases Spring 2021 Dean’s List
CONCEPTION, Mo. – The Office of the Registrar at Conception Seminary College, in Conception, Missouri, announced the students named to the Dean’s List for the 2021 spring semester. To be included on the Dean’s List, a student must be enrolled as a full-time student and earn a 3.70 GPA or higher on at least…
Warriors, yet sheep
A Seminarian’s Perspective on Brotherhood When I was in high school, the football team sort of ran our school for the duration of their season, at least from a social standpoint. Everything revolved around the football team, their schedule, and their wins and losses. I didn’t play football, but I always admired the brotherhood they…
Fraternity of Four
Diocese of San Angelo Let’s get one thing straight upfront: “It’s just Coke.” Coming to Conception Seminary College can cause a culture clash. A longstanding tension among Midwesterners is the proper term for a soft drink: pop or soda. The four graduating seniors from the Diocese of San Angelo in Texas affirm that whether Coca-Cola,…
Fostering Community
“I am just so happy to be back on campus,” said one enthusiastic seminarian returning for his senior year. The seminarians returned to campus in August, excited to be on campus and see one another in person. Even though various precautions were put in place to ensure their safety and the safety of everyone residing…
20/20 Vision: Clarity and Perspective
Recently a colleague at Conception Seminary College paid me a compliment. Like me, he was returning to work in the seminary for a second time after a break. He said I gave him confidence this time to do his ministry better because, as Dean of Students, I “have a vision.” It is always a bit…
Conception Seminary College announces Fall 2020 Dean’s List
CONCEPTION, Mo. – The Office of the Registrar at Conception Seminary College, in Conception, Missouri, announced the students named to the Dean’s List for the 2020 fall semester. To be included on the Dean’s List, a student must be enrolled as a full-time student and earn a 3.70 GPA or higher on at least…
Seminary Reflection: Answering God’s Call
Note: Recent graduate Brian Jacobson, of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, shares his reflection on his call to the priesthood and his time at Conception. First and foremost, I am a beloved son of an amazing Father. Like many young men, I love friends and family, sports, the great outdoors, and I’m currently…
Conception Seminary College announces Spring 2020 Dean’s List
CONCEPTION, Mo. – The Office of the Registrar at Conception Seminary College, in Conception, Missouri, announced the students named to the Dean’s List for the 2020 spring semester. To be included on the Dean’s List, a student must be enrolled as a full-time student and earn a 3.70 GPA or higher on at least…