Sem Says

Join hosts Nick and Ryan as they welcome the insightful Michael for a deep, soul-stirring chat about the game-changing Propaedeutic Year. Ever wondered what happens when you strip away the distractions and dive headfirst into prayer? That's right, it's like spiritual detox, and these guys are here to spill the beans on how it transformed them from worldly wanderers to focused followers. Get ready for laughs, revelations, and maybe a little divine intervention as they share their journey through this mandatory year of introspection and detachment.

Dcn. Andrew St. Denis is the last remaining member of the podcast. In this episode, he hands it off to two news hosts and reflects on what the podcast meant to him, his time in seminary, and what he looks forward to in Priesthood.

Andrew, Nikolai, and Drew. Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary is in the process of moving from our current campus, known as Overbrook, to Gwynedd, Pa. The seminarians reflect on the process of this major transition and the many emotions evoked. What are we looking forward to? What will we miss?

Drew and Nikolai. We are both deacons! Newly ordained classmates catch up on the beginnings of ministry as transitional deacons. What have been the best parts and the hardest parts of this new ministry? How do we prepare to preach and administer sacraments?

Alex and Anthony discuss language. Anthony a linguist, delves into the nuances of language, how it effects spirituality and it's effect upon his own person.

Alex and Nikolai. Deacon Alex summarizes and explains his lenten series, reflecting on the merits of fantasy, especially in the works of J. R. R. Tolkien. What sets fantasy apart from other genres of storytelling? What can it teach us about ourselves, the world, and God?

Andrew and Cole discuss Cole's decision to enter the seminary and their mutual devotion to St. Francis of Assisi.

Nikolai, James, Brendan, and Connor. Recorded shortly after his ordination, deacon James shares some of his thoughts and experiences on entering Holy Orders. He and Connor each tell a bit of their vocation stories and reflect on how God has worked in our lives.

Alex, Nikolai, and Drew talk through what what the summer holds for the seminarians. How to unwind work and prepare for the next year.