Saint John's Seminary

On this Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, we give thanks for the love that lies at the center of every priestly vocation.

The Heart of Jesus reveals the heart of the priesthood: a life given in service, rooted in prayer, and shaped by charity. It is this Heart that seminarians seek to know more deeply throughout their years of formation at Saint John’s Seminary.

As we celebrate this feast, may we all grow in our friendship with Christ and pray for those whom He is calling to serve His Church as priests.

For nearly four decades, Msgr. Stephen Salocks, '80 has dedicated his priesthood to the formation of future priests, shaping generations of seminarians through his teaching, leadership, pastoral care, and faithful witness to Jesus Christ.

This tribute celebrates his retirement as Rector of Saint John’s Seminary and reflects on a theme that has defined his life and ministry: “I do all this for the sake of the Gospel.”

His steadfast commitment to priestly formation has strengthened countless vocations and inspired those entrusted to his care to serve Christ and His Church with generosity and conviction.

While this occasion marks the conclusion of his ministry as Rector, Msgr. Salocks will remain an important part of the Saint John’s Seminary community as he returns to the classroom, continuing the work of priestly formation that has been at the heart of his vocation.

The Saint John’s Seminary community gives thanks to Almighty God for Msgr. Salocks’ faithful service and asks your prayers for him, for our seminarians, and for the continued mission of Saint John’s Seminary.

"I do all this for the sake of the Gospel." (1 Corinthians 9:23)

“For the sake of the Gospel” Msgr. Stephen E. Salocks, ‘80 Retirement Celebration For nearly four decades, Msgr. Stephen Salocks, '80 has dedicated h...

A day of fellowship. A celebration of faithful service. A commitment to the future of the Church.

Thank you to all who participated in the 24th Annual SJS Summer Classic and helped support the mission of Saint John’s Seminary. Together, we are forming the next generation of priests to serve God's people.

We were also honored to recognize Msgr. Stephen E. Salocks and his remarkable legacy of leadership and priestly formation.

Read more:https://www.sjs.edu/news/2026-summer-classic

Congratulations to our priests who are celebrating their Silver (25 years) and Gold (50 years) Jubilees in 2026. Our Archdiocese has been so blessed by their ministry and we are so grateful for all they have done to serve our parishes and communities.
Fr. Sean Connor, pastor at Our Lady Queen of Peace
Fr. Marc J Bishop, pastor at Catholic Parishes of Arlington
Fr. Jean Pierre Aubin, pastor at Walpole Catholic

Fr Raymond Van De Moortell, senior priest at Saint Adelaide Parish, Roman Catholic Church
Fr. Richard Uftring, senior priest at Incarnation of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
Fr. John Stagnaro, senior priest at Regina Cleri
Fr. Frank Silva, senior priest and faculty at Saint John's Seminary
Fr. William Schmidt, senior priest at Regina Cleri
Fr. John Reardon, senior priest
Msgr. Timothy Moran, pastor at Our Lady Star of the Sea
Fr. Joseph Curran, senior priest at Regina Cleri
Fr. Richard Beaulieu, senior priest
Fr. Richard Curran, senior priest

Theological Institute awards degrees to eight graduates BRIGHTON -- Eight people received degrees from St. John's Seminary's Theological Institute in a Mass celebrated by Bishop Cristiano Barbosa on May 21. The Theological Institute provides forma

Join us in praying the Novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus from June 3 -11 as we prepare for the Consecration of the United States of America to the Sacred Heart.

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on upcoming ordinations, the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, dedicated diocesan employees, and the gift of Christ’s Real Presence in the Eucharist. You can read the blog at https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/bishops-blog/gathered-in-faith-sent-in-mission-celebrating-vocations-service-and-the-eucharist/