Seminary Journal, Vol. 22 No. 1, Spring 2025

Seminary Journal, Vol. 22, No. 1, Spring 2025

SJ General Editor: Dr. Sebastian Mahfood, OP. This issue was coordinated by Fr. Dennis Billy, CSsR

The Seminary Journal is a journal of opinion, research, and praxis in the field of seminary education and formation for priesthood within the Roman Catholic tradition.

This special issue of Seminary Journal explores the evolving landscape of Catholic seminary formation. Featuring contributions from St. Mary’s Seminary faculty, it addresses theology, pastoral leadership, political philosophy, and Marian doctrine, offering fresh insight for shaping future priests in light of the sixth edition of the Program of Priestly Formation.

Theology as Cultural Witness by Barnabas Aspray
Human Formation in the Twenty-first Century by Rev. Phillip Brown, P.S.S.
The Diocesan Priest and Seminary Formation by Most Rev. Fredrik Hansen
The Intersection of Pastoral Care and Contemporary Leadership in Seminary Formation by Leelamma Sebastian
Preparing Foreign-Born Seminarians for the U.S. Church by Rev. Hy Nguyen, P.S.S.
Political Philosophy and Catholic Social Teaching in Seminary Formation by John Macias
Teaching Catholic History in Seminary Formation by Dennis Castillo
Teaching Marian Doctrine and Spirituality in a Catholic Seminary by Rev. Dennis J. Billy, C.Ss.R.

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“Seminary Journal (Spring 2025) is an exciting compilation of articles regarding the formation of seminarians into priests for the pastoral and intellectual care of the faithful. While these studies in spirituality, scripture, canon law, philosophy, language & culture, moral, and systematic theology are geared toward the integration of the intellectual, spiritual, human, and pastoral life of the priest, they surely also regard the life of each and every Catholic in the universal call to holiness. This issue of Seminary Journal can readily serve as a study guide for all those seeking a deeper understanding of their faith.” – Kiki Latimer, author of Home for the Homily : The Sacred Art of Homiletics and host of WCAT Radio’s “The Catholic Bookworm“

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Barnabas Aspray, M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D. (baspray@stmarys.edu) Doctor Aspray is Assistant Professor of Systematic Theology at St. Mary’s Seminary & University.

Dennis J. Billy, C.Ss.R., D.Min., Th.D., S.T.D. (dbilly@stmarys.edu) Father Billy holds The Robert F. Leavitt Distinguished Service Chair in Theology and is Professor of Moral Theology and Spirituality at St. Mary’s Seminary & University.

Phillip Brown, P.S.S., J.D., J.C.D. (pbrown@stmarys.edu) Father Brown is President Rector and Professor of Canon Law at St. Mary’s Seminary & University.

Dr. Dennis Castillo, M.A., Ph.D. (dcastillo@stmarys.edu). Doctor Castillo is Professor of Systematic Theology and Associate Dean of Assessment and Accreditation at St. Mary’s Seminary & University.

Most Reverend Fredrik Hansen, J.C.L., J.C.D., D.D. (fredrik.hansen@katolsk.no) Bishop Hansen of Oslo, Norway, taught for two years at St. Mary’s as Assistant Professor of Pastoral Studies and also served as Dean of Seminarians during that time.

John Macias, M.A. S.T.L., Ph.D. Doctor Macias is Assistant Professor of Philosophy at St. Mary’s Seminary & University.

Hy Nguyen, P.S.S., S.T.L., S.T.D. Father Nguyen is Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at St. Mary’s Seminary & University.

Leelamma Sebastian, M.A. Ms. Sebastian is Director of Pastoral Formation at St. Mary’s Seminary & University.

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Practical Developmental Psychology for Primary School Pupils

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Practical Developmental Psychology for Primary School Pupils is carefully prepared to attend to the needs of primary school learners in the areas of character formation, culture, emotional, spiritual, psychological, physical and human transformation. Developmental Psychology deals with issues of child development right from the time of conception. It connects with biological and social sciences, arts, human development, and all-around training of body and soul. The curriculum covers developmental psychology at the lower level of learning. It aims to bring out the greatest result in our pupils, presenting reliable and engaging programs for Biafran primary schools.

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Assertions and Refutations III: An Assessment of Money, Markets and Morals by Various Authors (editor Thomas Storck)

by Dr. Donald G. Boland

In this book, Donald G. Boland assesses Money, Market and Morals (En Route Books and Media, 2024), edited by Thomas Storck, and provides the reader with a treatment of the modern notion of investment (of money). The focus places the discussion of usury in its right perspective, which brings in the full context of the study of justice, as it applies to politico-economic affairs with particular reference to the morality of the commercial and financial dealings that dominate modern social life (in the “West”).

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There is a correct way (and a number of incorrect ways to attempt) to analyse and resolve particular philosophical problems or questions. To treat of the questions of usury and value in (monetary) exchange Dr. Boland has shown beyond doubt that the correct way is to treat them in principle under the genus of practical/moral questions and specifically as ones of natural justice. His discussion and the solutions and corrections he offers his interlocutor Thomas Storck are based firmly on the apodictic conclusions of St. Thomas Aquinas to be found in that part of the Summa devoted to justice and its specific kinds, especially commutative justice.

Beyond those authors whose work is evaluated, and where necessary corrected, the philosophical certitude to be gained from Dr. Boland’s faithful and very clear exposition of St. Thomas and the discussion he develops around it, have obvious and wide application in modern socio-economic life. I am very happy to recommend this book.

–Frank Calneggia, author of Assertions and Refutations: An Assessment of Dr Tracey Rowland’s Natural Law: From Neo Thomism to Nuptial Mysticism and editor of Analysing the Errors and Exposing the Real Agenda of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, S.J.: The Selected Works of Frits Albers, Vol. 1

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Donald G Boland Ll. B. (Sydney), Ph. D. (Angelicum) is a founding member of the Centre for Catholic Studies Inc. in Sydney Australia and is one of its former Presidents. He practiced for a number of years as a lawyer having a degree in law from the University of Sydney. Over much the same time, having obtained a doctorate in philosophy from the University of St. Thomas in Rome, he has taught philosophy and law in both Catholic and secular educational institutions, such as the University of Technology, Sydney, the University of Newcastle, the Aquinas Academy, the Centre for Thomistic Studies Inc., now operating under the name of the Centre for Catholic Studies Inc., and various Catholic seminaries, such as those of the Marists and the Vincentians. His doctoral thesis was on the concepts of utility and value in economics as found in the works of Aristotle and St. Thomas Aquinas.

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Liderazgo: Un camino hacia la paz mundial – Vol. 2 La espiritualidad construye felicidad, grandeza y liderazgo

Liderazgo: Un camino hacia la paz mundial – Vol. 3 Nuestro liderazgo transforma la economía política, promoviendo crecimiento económico, justicia social, integración social y armonía social

Liderazgo: Un Camino Hacia la Paz Mundial – Vol. 4 Nuestro Liderazgo Transforma la Toma de Decisiones, Promoviendo el Éxito Organizacional y el Bienestar Social

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Leadership: A journey toward world peace – Vol. 3 Our leadership transforms the political economy, promoting economic growth, social justice, social integration and social harmony

Leadership: A journey toward world peace – Vol. 4 Our leadership transforms decision-making, promoting organizational success, and social well-being

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A Concise History of a Hundred Years of Papal Teaching on Catholic Education

En Route Mourns the Passing of Fr. Nicholas Gregoris. See the CWR Obituary here.

A Concise History of a Hundred Years of Papal Teaching on Catholic Education

by Fr. Nicholas Gregoris, STD, EdD

Fr. Gregoris, who served as the major translator of a book entitled The Mission of Catholic Schools: A Century of Reflection and Direction, has provided in this short volume a full introduction to the thousand-page collection of magisterial teachings on primary and secondary Catholic education over the past hundred years.

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TESTIMONIALS

“This comprehensive compendium delves into the history of the Church’s teaching on Catholic Schools, offering insightful works of the popes that leads to thought-provoking discussions. From the turn of the 20th-century to contemporary writings, this history navigates through decades of human spirituality, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of catholic education in the midst of church tradition. As Rector-President of the only diocesan high school seminary in the country, I found Fr Nicholas’ work to be engaging and illuminating. A Concise History of a Hundred Years of Papal Teaching on Catholic Education and its full version, The Mission of Catholic Schools, are an indispensable resource for anyone involved in Catholic Education.” – Rev. James Kuroly, EdD, Cathedral Preparatory School and Seminary, Diocese of Brooklyn

“Fr. Nicholas L. Gregoris’ scholarly 89-page history of a century of papal teaching on Catholic education is a classic. It beautifully captures the uncommon commonsense wisdom the Catholic Church has transmitted for millennia to the West and the world. I cannot recommend it highly enough. Buy a copy and tell others about it.” – Dr. Peter A. Redpath, Founder and CEO, Aquinas School of Leadership, LLC

“A solid contribution to our Catholic history of education and a handy resource for every Catholic educator.” – Dr. Sebastian Mahfood, OP, co-editor with Timothy Westbrook and Vicki Dunnam of Teaching and Learning in the Age of COVID19: Faith-Based–Online and Emergency Remote

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

The Reverend Nicholas L. Gregoris, a member of Priestly Society of Saint John Henry Cardinal Newman, holds theological degrees from the Pontifical Gregorian University and the Pontifical Faculty Marianum, both in Rome, as well as a doctorate in Catholic school administration from Pontifex University. He is the managing editor of The Catholic Response magazine.

Fr Nicholas was the major translator of The Mission of Catholic Schools: A Century of Reflection and Direction, a perfect resource for curriculum development, Catholic identity assessment, professional development seminars and the creation of mission statements. This anthology originated from the repeated wish of “practitioners” to have a handy collection of ecclesiastical documents on Catholic schools. Under that rubric, included are papal teachings, as well as texts from the Second Vatican Council, the Congregation for Catholic Education, the Code of Canon Law, the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church. Although the Church has been engaged in the education apostolate from her earliest days, it was deemed necessary to take on a reasonable focus—a century of reflection seemed to fit the bill, beginning with the pontificate of Benedict XV and ending with that of Francis.

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Money, Markets and Morals: Catholic Perspectives on Economics and Finance

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Money, Markets and Morals: Catholic Perspectives on Economics and Finance

Edited by Thomas Storck

This volume brings together several essays and papers dealing with aspects of Catholic social teaching, especially as that concerns investment and our use of money.

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ABOUT THE CONTRIBUTORS

David Cooney is the editor of the website Practical Distributism and the author of Distributism Basics: Foundational Principles.

Donald Boland is an Australian philosopher and attorney, founding member of the Centre for Catholic Studies in Sydney. He is the author of Metaphysics, Truth and St. Thomas Aquinas, Thomist Tradition: Avoiding Scylla and Charybdis and other works on Thomism, natural law and social doctrine.

Count Giuseppe Dalla Torre del Tempio di Sanguinetto (1885-1967) was editor of L’Osservatore Romano from 1919 to 1960.

John C. Médaille teaches theology at the University of Dallas. He is the author of The Vocation of Business, Toward a Truly Free Market, and (with Thomas Storck), Theology: Mythos or Logos?

Ezra Pound (1885-1972) was one of the most important American poets of the twentieth century.

Dr. Garrick Small is Head of the Economics, Finance and Property discipline group for Central Queensland University. He has published on applications of Thomistic Catholic social thought to questions related to real estate economics and the intersection between culture and land, as well as general economic and environmental questions. His interest in land and culture has included work with indigenous people and governments in Fiji, New Guinea, and East Timor.

ABOUT THE EDITOR

Thomas Storck has written on diverse social, cultural and philosophical subjects for numerous print and online venues, and is the author, editor or translator of ten previous books, most recently, The Prosperity Gospel: How Greed and Bad Philosophy Distorted Christ’s Teachings (TAN, 2023). He studied literature and philosophy at Kenyon College where he received his bachelor’s degree in 1973. He subsequently studied philosophy at St. John’s College, Santa Fe, N.M. (M.A., 1980) and history at Bluffton University. He is a contributing editor of New Oxford Review and a member of the editorial board of The Chesterton Review.