Thursday, 19th June marked the conclusion of another enriching year of formation at the Seminary. The final academic milestone was reached on Tuesday, 17th June, when the seminarians completed their last exam. That evening, the community came together for a relaxing barbecue at Marsalforn beach, enjoying fellowship and some time to unwind.
The following day, Wednesday 18th, began with the final meetings of the year, during which the Seminary community carried out its annual evaluation. In the evening, the seminarians attended a formative seminar focused on the proclamation of the Word of God during liturgical celebrations. Delivered by Mr Joseph Bartolo, the session provided valuable insights and practical techniques to enhance their delivery and deepen their appreciation of the act of proclaiming the Word of God.
The academic year concluded on Thursday, 19th June, with a solemn Mass celebrated by H. E. Mons. Anton Teuma, Bishop of Gozo, in the Seminary chapel. The celebration brought together seminarians, their families, the Franciscan Sisters from the Seminary convent, staff, volunteers, and members of the ‘Aħwa-Ħbieb tas-Seminarju’ association. Following the Mass, a joyful reception was held in the Seminary’s entrance courtyard.
Looking ahead, the seminarians will travel to Rome to take part in the Jubilee for Seminarians. During the summer holidays, they will participate in various voluntary experiences abroad and assist with parish activities back home.
