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Our Mission
“Therefore we intend to establish a school for the Lord’s service.”
(Rule of Benedict Prologue, 45)
Rooted in the Catholic and Benedictine traditions of study, prayer, and communal life, Saint John’s School of Theology and Seminary forms visionary leaders to serve the church and the world.
Saint John’s School of Theology and Seminary is a place to open the Word of God, see Christ in others, and take on new experiences and challenges.
Located on 3,000+ acres of prairies, lakes, and forests, our campus offers residential students a unique opportunity to discern their vocation in a contemplative environment.
Our graduates go out into the world ready to serve the people of God through pastoral ministry, service, education, and leadership.
In the News
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Remembering Fr. Michael Patella, OSB
Saint John’s School of Theology and Seminary celebrates the life of our beloved friend and colleague, Fr. Michael Patella, OSB. Fr. Michael embraced eternal life on July 15, 2025 after a courageous battle with ALS. Fr. Michael was born in Rochester, New York on December 28th of 1954.
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SOT/Sem Alum Returns to Admission Office
Saint John’s School of Theology and Seminary announces a new hire in the Admission Office, Bernadette Donlon. Bernadette brings a dynamic set of gifts and skills to admission work in the School of Theology and Seminary (SOT/Sem). She is a 2021 graduate (BA) of the College of Saint Benedict with majors in Communications and Theology.
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Saint John’s, Mercyhurst partner for accelerated theology master’s program
Saint John’s School of Theology and Seminary in Collegeville, Minnesota, and Mercyhurst University in Erie, Pennsylvania, announce the signing of a 4+1 agreement for Mercyhurst students to earn a Master of Arts in Theology degree at an accelerated pace.
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Master’s Degrees
Earn a degree in theology at a full-time or part-time pace through in-person, hybrid, or fully online learning.
Learn more about our 6 graduate degrees, including the Master of Arts in Theology, Master of Theological Studies, and Master of Divinity.
Available Certificates
Certificate in Benedictine Spirituality, Certificate in Spiritual Direction, Certificate in Ministry, Sabbatical Program.
A Hidden Gem
Our community is marked by its commitment to scholarship, prayer, and communal life. We invite you to explore this one-of-a-kind experience of studying at Saint John’s.
Distinguished Faculty
A community of scholars marked by its collegiality and mutual respect.
Interculturality
Experience the world Church by learning, praying, and sharing meals in community.
Benedictine Tradition
Immerse yourself in a 1500 year old charism.
Giving
Investing in the School of Theology and Seminary
Whether through your time, prayers, or a financial gift, you’ll be part of a community dedicated to instilling Benedictine values while equipping and forming students to make our world a better place.