Welcome to the CRSHJ Seminary Academy of Priestly Studies

Your preparation as an ordained Canon Regular extends over a comprehensive period of 18 months. The first term in the Institute’s Seminary Syllabus provides an essential introduction to key foundational themes that underpin your vocation. These include the History of Christianity, the teachings of the first Apostles as found in the Didache, the essential elements of Christian Philosophy, and a Narrative Study of Catholic Theology. This practical, yet comprehensive approach aims to equip students with a solid and thorough grounding in the core aspects of the Faith, ensuring a well-rounded theological and spiritual foundation.

The second term centres on the lived experience of being a Canon Regular, offering a thorough and detailed introduction to the Liturgy of the Hours, as well as the principal Liturgies observed within the Catholic Latin Rite. It also provides an explanation of your clerical attire, including detailed guidelines on when and how it

should be worn appropriately. Additionally, this term covers the use and significance of various liturgical books, the proper handling and deeper meaning of vestments, and other related ceremonial aspects that are essential to your formation and enrich your daily spiritual practice.

The third and final term before you receive Holy Priestly Orders is dedicated specifically to you and your personal growth. This important period focuses on your responsibilities as a Canon Regular and is a valuable time for deep reflection and prayerful discernment. It allows you to understand more profoundly which kind of apostolate truly inspires you and aligns with your personal talents and spiritual calling. This stage helps you determine the specific area of ministry where you feel most called to dedicate your efforts wholeheartedly and serve with a steadfast commitment to the mission entrusted to you.

The Curriculum Syllabus

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    Term I

    The first term in the Institute’s Seminary Sillabus introduces you to main themes such as History of Christianity, the first Apostles Didache, Christian Philosophy and a Narrative Study of Catholic Theology.

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    Term II

    The second term focuses on being a Canon Regular, introducing you to the Liturgy of Hours, the main Liturgies in the Catholic Latin Rite, what your clerical attire will be and when to wear it, Liturgical books, vestments, and more.

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    Term III

    The third and last term before you receive Holy Priestly Orders, is about you, your duties as a Canon Regular as well as discerning what sort of apostolate makes you tick, what you would prefer to focus your work on.

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