CHICAGO, IL [DOM] – The Diocese of the Midwest held its fourth seminarian retreat Monday July 20 through Wednesday, July 22. The retreat gathered current seminarians and those who are entering their first semester in the fall.
His Eminence Archbishop Daniel of Chicago and the Midwest invited the diocesan seminarians for a three day retreat to focus on prayer and to help cultivate personal relationships with his seminarians. The three day gathering was held at the Diocesan Chancery, and the Diocesan Cathedral, Holy Trinity Cathedral, Chicago, IL.
On Monday, July 20, the seminarians arrived in Chicago and had dinner with the Archbishop enjoying fellowship.
On the following day, a formal program and introduction to the diocese was held throughout the afternoon. Later that day, the seminarians enjoyed touring Chicago before gathering for Great Vespers.
On July 22, the feast of St. Mary Magdalene, Archbishop Daniel presided over the Divine Liturgy. Students assisted in serving and singing for the feast. Further discussions were held following services and a blessing for departure.
In addition to the retreat, the diocese also holds a regular campaign in September to raise money that goes directly to seminarians to help them during there studies. The diocese has eleven seminarians for the 2023 – 2024 academic year.
Learn more about the DOM Seminarians here.
