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Interim Director of Advancement

Written by Fr. Jim McKearney | March 03, 2010

fr_myersThe talented Director of the Vatican II Institute and Vice President of St. Patrick’s Seminary & University has taken on the important task of Interim Director of Advancement. Adding to his excellent administration of the Institute, Fr. James Myers, S.S. also serves the Sulpicians of the American Province as a member of the provincial council and chair of the committee for the ongoing formation of priests. He is also a newly elected member of the archdiocesan council of priests. He has been collaborating with the administrative team of the seminary, ably assisted by Mrs. Mary Verducci, in bringing about a revitalization of efforts towards advancing and facilitating the realization of St. Patrick’s mission. With the aid of the Board of Regents, Fr. Myers is to bring about funding that will promote the various programs, activities and initiatives on campus for the good of the Church in the West. The seminary community is grateful for the ministry of Fr. Myers and for the excellent pastoral experience he brings to this task. If you would like to help St. Patrick's and the Vatican II Institute accomplish its goals then please contact the office of advancement and thank you for your support.

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Special Indulgence for the Year for Priests

Written by Cardinal James Francis Stafford | October 29, 2009

APOSTOLIC PENITENTIARY DECREE

As has been announced, the Holy Father Benedict XVI has decided to establish a special Year for Priests on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the death of St John Mary Vianney, the holy Curé d'Ars, a shining model of a Pastor totally dedicated to the service of the people of God.

During the Year for Priests which will begin on 19 June 2009 and will end on 19 June 2010, the gift of special Indulgences is granted as described in the Decree of the Apostolic Penitentiary, published on 12 May.

Shortly the day will come on which will be commemorated the 150th anniversary of the pious departure to Heaven of St John Mary Vianney, the Curé d'Ars. This Saint was a wonderful model here on earth of a true Pastor at the service of Christ's flock.

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The Need for Priestly Vocations

Written by Mary Verducci | October 23, 2009

The need for priestly vocationsThe Archdiocese of San Francisco has been blessed when it comes to providing priests for the 90 plus parishes sprinkled throughout the region, until now. The demographics of the current resident clergy is aging. The annual number of priest ordinations has dropped 50% since the 70's.

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