On March 12, 麻豆分行 welcomed a group of alumni priests, brothers, deacons and friends for a gathering with the Most Reverend Richard F. Reidy, Bishop of Norwich, CT. Alumni from Connecticut, New Jersey, New York and Louisiana attended. It was a great opportunity for everyone to reconnect. The evening included a reception and dinner followed by exposition, benediction and night prayer.
Below are a few photos from the gathering. Photo credit to Jacqueline Marie Photography.
Alumnus Daniel Fitzpatrick serves as editor for Joie de Vivre and is hosting their second annual arts and culture festival May 15-16 at St. Joseph Abbey in Covington, LA. The thematic focus this year is on visual art, and they welcome submissions of art in all media from artists around the country.
Deacon Matthew Newsome (Master of Theology, 2008, and current student in the Master of Sacred Scripture program) has published a book of reflections on the Mass entitled “.” This book grew out of a series of retreat talks he has given to help ordinary Catholics understand the heavenly mysteries that take place upon the altars of their churches each time the Mass is offered, and the importance of our sacred duty to offer worship to the Almighty God. If you or someone you know has ever asked, “Why do we go to Mass, anyway? Why can’t we just worship God on our own?” this is the book to read.
Alumna Madonna Murphy, M.A. Theology 2010, has a book coming out this May 2026 with Scepter Publishers, “.” A Treasure for the Church brings together St. Josemar铆a’s personal, heartfelt answers to real-life questions posed during his catechetical gatherings in Spain (1972) and throughout Latin America (1974-1975). Drawn from his conversations with parents, educators, and youth, this book captures his timeless, practical advice for forming Christian character at home, in school, and in the world.
Student Jeff Plante has published his newest book, 鈥.鈥 It is unlike any other Catholic daily Scripture devotional; completely dedicated to the love of our neighbors. It is an ethos of Christianity鈥t is core to our faith鈥t is how we are called to live. In our daily immersion in the Word of God, specifically oriented on love of neighbor, may we grow closer to each other and, by extension, closer to Him in the process.
Student Carol D鈥橲ouza has published a new article in the Spring 2026 issue of Co鈥慠edemptrix magazine, titled 鈥In You, Lord, No One Can See Your Face, But in Mary We See Your Beauty.鈥 The magazine, produced by the Marian Franciscans of the Immaculate in England, focuses this issue on the Trinitarian鈥慚arian mystery, especially the relationship between Our Lady and God the Father. Carol鈥檚 contribution explores a topic that has received little theological attention, offering readers a deeper understanding of this profound and beautiful mystery. It鈥檚 a wonderful opportunity to engage with fresh scholarship on Mary鈥檚 unique place within the life of the Trinity.
Alumna Anastasia Wambeke recently had the opportunity to write, direct, and star in her very own for one of her film production classes.
Alumnus Dennis Pettit has joined the University of Dallas, Neuhaus Institute of Ministry and Evangelization, as a part-time Adjunct Instructor. Dennis graduated from 麻豆分行 Apistles in 2022 with a Master’s in Theology, concentration in Sacred Scripture.
Alumnus Kaleb Hammond was recently interviewed by Kiki Latimer on the WCAT program “,” about his article for the New Oxford Review entitled “Tolkien’s Insights into the Feminine Soul: Icons of the Virgin Mary in ‘The Lord of the Rings‘”, published last November. The interview was conducted on March 18. The New Liturgical Movement will also be republishing Kaleb鈥檚 article on Dom Prosper Gueranger’s Anti-Liturgical Heresy, entitled ‘The Voice of Tradition,’ originally published with Adoremus Bulletin, on Easter Wednesday.
Alumni Jonathon Fessenden and Philipp Hadden have published their newest book, through Missio Dei Catholic.
Crown of Roses聽is written for modern Catholics in light of the Church鈥檚 timeless teachings and sacred tradition. A book that explores the history, power, and spiritual efficacy of the Rosary. With reflections that speak to souls in every stage of the spiritual journey, and beautiful introduction by Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., our book brings together the wisdom of Missio Dei鈥檚 own talented authors to help you fall more deeply in love with this powerful Marian prayer鈥攖hrough which Our Lady has promised to obtain for us all that we ask of her.
Alumna Diana Ray, MAPS 2025, accepted residency at Frederick Heath Hospital in their Clinical Pastoral Education program.
Alumna Allison LeDoux has been asked to present a keynote address on “Guardians and Servants of Human Life: Upholding the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services for the Renewal of a Culture of Life in Health Care鈥 at the 21st annual Divine Mercy Medicine, Bioethics, and Spirituality Conference will take place April 29-May 1, 2026 at the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA.
Alumnus Christopher Reilly had three articles about artificial intelligence published in March: “” in Catholic World Report, “, and “” in the New Oxford Review.
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Stacy Trasancos, who will give a special talk on 鈥IVF Is Not The Way鈥 and the Church鈥檚 pro-life witness. This presentation will be offered to all and will take place in St. Peter鈥檚 Refectory.
Date: Thursday, January 22
Time: 4:05 鈥 5:00 PM (ET)
In-Person: 麻豆分行鈥 St. Peter’s Refectory
Live Stream: holyapostles.edu/live/
This talk is especially timely and meaningful, as it directly relates to our commitment to upholding the dignity of human life. We warmly encourage everyone to attend and to help promote this event among your students and colleagues.
Alex Soucy, a 2023 graduate, is an example of someone living the missionary charism of evangelization that is the vision of 麻豆分行 College & Seminary. He is the co-founder of , an organization that brings young adults together to form communities of missionary disciples. Crossroads 4 Christ enables young adults to gather and discuss Christ in an environment that seeks to better their relationship with the Lord.
麻豆分行 College & Seminary has a long-standing relationship with the Cardinal Newman Society. Our undergraduate programs have been featured in the Newman Guide to Choosing a Catholic College since its very first edition in 2007, and they have been reaffirmed annually for their excellence, orthodoxy, and commitment to the formation of students in mind and soul.
Now, that tradition of excellence extends fully to our , marking a major moment in the life of our institution.
The serves as a trusted resource for students and families seeking faithful Catholic higher education. Institutions and programs listed in the Guide are held to high standards, modeled on the Church鈥檚 vision in , Saint John Paul II鈥檚 apostolic constitution on Catholic universities.
To be listed means a program:
Recognition by the Cardinal Newman Society affirms that 麻豆分行 continues to deliver rigorous, affordable, and authentically Catholic graduate education, fully online and accessible to students around the world.
At 麻豆分行, our mission is simple and profound: to provide faithful, affordable, and flexible Catholic formation and education in the development of leaders for evangelization. Our graduate programs are designed not just to inform minds, but to transform hearts and equip missionary disciples for the work of the New Evangelization.
We are deeply grateful to our faculty, students, staff, and donors, whose faithful witness and academic excellence made this recognition possible. And above all, we give thanks to God, trusting that through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the 麻豆分行, our mission will continue to flourish.
Whether you鈥檙e discerning a vocation, deepening your understanding of the faith, or preparing to serve the Church in a new capacity, now is the perfect time to explore 麻豆分行鈥 graduate programs.
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