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The Pontifical Beda College
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A seminary situated in Rome
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for the formation of priests for Dioceses and Religious Congregations
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for English-speaking men over 30, with students from, at present, 10 countries
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under the guidance of the Bishops' Conference of England and Wales
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From the Rector's Desk
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Dear Friends,
the election of Pope Leo and his first weeks of the Petrine Ministry have brought a particular ‘buzz’ to the City of Rome- his very easy style of welcome and inclusion reminds many of the style of Pope Francis but of course the truth is every Pope is unique and they bring their own personality and skills to the exercise of the ministry of Peter, the one to who strengthens the brothers and sisters in the faith of Jesus Christ ( see Luke 22;32 )
Life here in College is caught up very much at the moment with examinations and – for those who are returning to their respective Diocese and Religious Communities at the conclusion of their 4 years here – the not inconsequential task of packing ! This year, of course, the group of leavers includes myself…. after 10 years as Rector of the College I am returning to the Archdiocese of Liverpool where I am to take up a posting at the Cathedral Church of Saint Mary of the Isle at Douglas on the Isle of Man.
Saint Mary’s is – since last November, the Co-Cathedral of the Archdiocese . As the Archdiocese of Liverpool straddles two countries ( England and the Isle of Man ) Canon Law foresees that the Bishop can have two Cathedrals -- churches in which he has his Cathedra, his chair of teaching.
During the summer months our seminarians will have a well deserve period of holiday and rest and will also have their pastoral placements in parishes or chaplaincies. My thanks to those parishes and priests who will support and inspire them over these next months; they will learn much from you and hopefully they will also bring to your lives and your Communities something of the joy of the Gospel and of our common discipleship on the way of the Lord.Father Philip
Click here for the Rector's June pictorial
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News
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May 7
Three of our number received the ministry of Reader this evening. It was a warm and encouraging celebration. The cardinals had just entered the Conclave so we were able to pray for them as well. The three new Readers will always remember the day on which they received this ministry!Read More -
April 21
At 9:45 AM, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber, announced the death of Pope Francis from the Casa Santa Marta with these words: "Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church. He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with fidelity, courage, and universal love, especially in favor of the poorest and most marginalized. With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite merciful love of the One and Triune God."Read More -
April 13
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March 26
Eight candidates received the Ministry of Acolyte on 26 March. There were seven from the Beda College (their Rector presided) and one from the Scots College (his Rector preached). We were joined by about twenty guests. It was a warm familiar occasion followed by a convivial festive supper.Read More
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