As a House of Formation, the Seminary offers men preparing for the priesthood the personal, academic, ministerial and spiritual formation essential for their conversion to Jesus Christ and for their commitment to a life of service to the Church.
As a School of Theology, the Seminary provides: a theological and philosophical foundation for men and women pursuing undergraduate and graduate studies; a theological foundation and a pastoral and spiritual formation for men and women preparing for ministries among the people of God; a theological foundation for men and women desiring to pursue doctoral studies; and varied opportunities for continuing theological education.
Meet three seminarians and follow along as they take us through their daily routines and share the moments of prayer, study and community that define their preparation for the priesthood.
Listen to the faith journeys, personal stories and inspiring testimonies of ICSST's diverse student body of priests, religious brothers and sisters, seminarians, lay students and others.
Seton Hall University's $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. will help the Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology (ICSST) establish a Preaching as Hospitality formation program.
Catechist and ICSST Student Laura Balogh reflects on her experience attending a conference, “Grace and Action: The Ministry of Catechists in the Footsteps of St. Paul” in July, 2023.
Scholar in science and theology joins the faculty of Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology.
The Center for Diaconal Formation at Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology (ICSST) was recently ranked first for enrollment in permanent diaconate formation programs nationwide.
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Graduate student Emma Newgarden's research on Thomas Aquinas' seminal work led to publication in a leading scholarly journal.