Priestly celibacy is a gift. True friends and prayer make it easier.
- Pope Francis -
The fifth and sixth-year seminarians of our college took part in the annual senior celibacy seminar at Pallotti College, Millgrove from 15th to 19th February 2022.
This seminar provided the participants with the opportunity to pray and to reflect on various dimensions of our commitment to celibacy and most of all, to learn from each other the ups and downs of living such a life in the world today.
During the sessions and group discussions, it was noted that a life of prayer rooted in Christ, appropriate methods of self-care, and maintaining healthy relationships can ease the so-called burden of celibacy, and when lived well, can portray the very beauty of the priesthood.
The four-day program was facilitated by Fr. Hoa Dinh SJ, Fr. Denis Stanley EV, and Ms. Thuy Dinh, experts in the areas of priestly celibacy, psychology, and spirituality.
Kanishka Perera
6th Year Seminarian