Many throughout the world will celebrate 2017 as marking the 500th anniversary of the Protestant “Reformation.” For Catholics, however, it is beneficial to investigate and reflect upon the motivations and vicious spirit of this deadly revolution. In doing so, we will not only better understand the serious errors which seduced a large part of Christendom, but we will also understand the same spirit of rebellion that permeates our modern world.
This month's rector's letter has been replaced by the Seminary's magazine, Ad orientem.
The Priesthood is the God-given link between Himself and us. The Seminary is, therefore, especially the place where man adores God, and its inauguration is a public act of Faith in Our Lord Jesus Christ. It is an occasion for special joy and great gratitude. We are not surprised to encounter difficulties and trials, since, in rendering supreme homage to God, we declare war on the devil. We rather deepen our gratitude and strive to live more by Faith.
The intended date for the move to Virginia has been set back by circumstances beyond our control. We are led to admit and embrace our dependence on God's Providence, seeing His will in the current state of affairs. We gratefully accept all that God dispenses because we know His paternal Charity.
Fr. le Roux earnestly invites one and all to attend the inauguration of the new seminary in Dillwyn, VA on November 4th, 2016. An occasion such as the opening of a new seminary is a key opportunity for Catholics to refresh their faith. That is why he hopes a substantial number of faithful will come for this ceremony.
This month Rev. Fr. Iscara describes the seminary's work of preparation for the move to Virginia. The equipment of the entire seminary was packaged and stored in large metal containers, where it will await the move, while priests, brothers, and seminarians packed their own belongings and began to live out of their suitcases. Please pray for a successful move!
The last ordinations in Winona was a truly momentous occasion with a record number of priests (90) and of faithful attending (3,300). The events of the weekend and presence of priests and faithful combined to create an atmosphere of charity.
In this letter, Father expains the upcoming plans for the move to Virginia, recent construction updates, and the summer apostolate of the seminarians.
In this letter, Fr. le Roux speaks on the Holy Ghost's role in our lives and the means to attain holiness.
Fr. le Roux praises Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre for his fidelity to the Church and notes the Archbishop's combat against the errors of the post-conciliar Church.