Archbishop's Suite | 140th Anniversary Video Series | Boston Catholic Archives

Join host Thomas Lester for an exclusive tour of the historic Archbishop's Suite at Saint John's Seminary, as part of our 140th Anniversary Video Series. Discover the rich history of this iconic space, which has served many purposes over the years-from housing the Archbishop to becoming the Rector’s Suite, and now home to the Propaedeutic Program.
The propaedeutic year is a year of discernment for men who feel called to the priesthood, before they enter the rigorous studies of seminary formation. In general the program provides:
Introduction to spiritual direction, lectio divina, and daily lessons in spiritual practice.
A community of daily prayer and worship distinct from the broader program of priestly formation at Saint John’s.
Seminar-style classes with a view toward supplementing the seminarian’s general education, honing study skills, and fostering a love of learning.