“You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you” (Jn 15:16). The vocation to canonical life is a call from God, nurtured by prayer, sacramental life, and attentive listening to the Lord. The Institute of Christ the King welcomes young men who desire to consecrate themselves to God in the priesthood and community life.
Life at the Gricigliano Seminary
The Institute’s international Seminary is established at Gricigliano, in the majestic Villa Martelli in the heart of Tuscany. Seminarians receive an integral human, intellectual, spiritual, and pastoral formation, centered on the traditional liturgy, Thomistic philosophy, scholastic theology, and priestly piety. The day is structured around choral prayer, the daily sung Mass, and study. A spirit of fraternity and joy animates the house.
Formation Steps
- Postulancy (1 year) — a year of initiation to community life, liturgy, and prayer.
- Philosophy (2 years) — in-depth Thomistic philosophy, Latin, Gregorian chant.
- Theology (4 years) — complete theological formation (dogma, moral theology, canon law, pastoral).
- Diaconate and Priestly Ordination — the sacramental steps of consecration.
Conditions and Process
To be admitted to the Seminary of Gricigliano, one must:
- Be a Catholic, unmarried man, generally under 35 years of age;
- Hold a high school diploma (or equivalent);
- Have a regular practice of the sacraments and a solid prayer life;
- Have the support of one’s pastor or spiritual director.
Do you sense a calling? Contact the Seminary of Gricigliano.
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