Formation

FORMATION

The seminary system consists of education and formation programs to prepare a man for the duties and life of a priest.

Pictured left to right are: Sean Mulligan, Bishop Samuel Aquila and Troy Simonsen. Mulligan and Simonsen received the Rite of Acolyte in August 2011.

College (Seminary Minor)
The Diocese of Fargo will send college men to Sacred Heart Seminary in Detroit, MI for their undergraduate degree and initial formation. A man choosing to begin his preparation for the priesthood at the college level would receive the education in philosophy, a requirement for acceptance by a graduate school of theology (Major Seminary).

Pre-Theology
A student who has a college degree, but does not have the required courses in philosophy and religion will participate in a pre-theology program of two years to meet the requirements to enter a graduate school of theology (Major Seminary).

Theology
When a seminarian has completed the requirements for entering a school of theology, he will pursue a course of studies, which leads to a graduate level degree. He will attend a seminary outside the diocese, as the Diocese of Fargo does not have a Major Seminary. The bishop will determine the assignment to a Major Seminary.

For questions or more information, send an e-mail to the Vocation Director.

Diocese of Fargo
5201 Bishops Blvd., Suite A
Fargo, ND 58104-7605
Phone: 701-356-7900
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