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St. Joseph Vaz Minor Seminary is the place of preliminary priestly formation in the Diocese of Trincomalee.

Here, seminarians receive spiritual, academic and human formation as the foundation for their future journey in priestly life and service.

04/08/2026

"The priesthood is the love of the Heart of Jesus."
— St. John Mary Vianney

Today, we joyfully honour St John Mary Vianney, the humble Curé of Ars, whose life was a beautiful witness to prayer, holiness, sacrifice and faithful service. Through countless hours in the confessional, his tireless care for his parish and his deep love for the Eucharist, he became a great example of faith and hope for God's people and a model for every diocesan priest.

As the Patron Saint of Parish Priests, St. John Mary Vianney reminds us that the priesthood is more than a vocation—it is a precious gift from the Heart of Jesus. A priest is called to love, guide and serve God's people with humility and compassion.

To our beloved seminarians, may the life of St. John Mary Vianney inspire you to continue your journey of formation with faith, discipline and joyful hearts. Every prayer you offer, every sacrifice you make and every lesson you learn brings you one step closer to becoming faithful servants of Christ and His Church.

Let us also pray for all our bishops, priests, formators, and seminarians. Through the intercession of St. John Mary Vianney, may they remain faithful to their calling, grow in holiness and serve God's people with love and joy.

St. John Mary Vianney, Pray for us! 🙏

14/07/2026

Feast of St. Joseph Vaz Minor Seminary – 4 July 2026

Part 3 | Cultural Programme & Prize-Giving Ceremony

As part of the Annual Feast celebrations, the Cultural Programme & Prize-Giving Ceremony was held with great joy and enthusiasm at St. Joseph Vaz Minor Seminary.

The evening featured inspiring speeches, beautiful cultural performances, group singing, drama, and special presentations by the minor seminarians of the Diocese of Batticaloa.During the ceremony, prizes were awarded to the winners of the various competitions, recognizing their talents, hard work, and dedication. We also gratefully honoured our teachers and benefactors for their generous support and commitment to the formation of our future priests.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Rt. Rev. Dr. C. N. Emmanuel, all the priests, religious sisters, parents, benefactors, guests, and everyone who contributed to making this celebration a memorable one.

Here are some memorable moments from the Cultural Programme & Prize-Giving Ceremony held during our Annual Feast celebration.

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10/07/2026

Feast of St. Joseph Vaz Minor Seminary – 4 July 2026

Part 2 | Friendly Cricket Match

Following the Festive Holy Mass, the blessing of the Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto & refreshments, the seminary family gathered at the seminary grounds for the much-awaited Friendly Cricket Match between the priests and the minor seminarians.

Before the match began, our Chief Guest, Rt. Rev. Dr. C. N. Emmanuel, warmly greeted the players of both teams by shaking hands and wishing them well. His fatherly encouragement added great joy to the occasion.

The match was played in a spirit of friendship, unity & healthy competition, creating many joyful memories for everyone present.Congratulations to our Beloved Priests on their well-deserved victory! We also sincerely thank the Minor Seminary team for their wonderful sportsmanship and for making the match enjoyable for all.

Here are some memorable moments from the Friendly Cricket Match held during our Annual Feast celebration.

Lusso Collection

09/07/2026

Feast of St. Joseph Vaz Minor Seminary – 4 July 2026

With grateful and joyful hearts, the St. Joseph Vaz Minor Seminary family celebrated its Annual Feast on 4 July 2026 at the seminary.

The Festive Holy Mass was celebrated by our Chief Guest, Rt. Rev. Dr. C. N. Emmanuel, together with diocesan and religious priests, religious sisters, seminarians and their parents. It was a beautiful celebration of faith, unity, and thanksgiving as we honoured our patron, St. Joseph Vaz, and prayed for more holy and faithful vocations to serve the Church.

On this special day, our Bishop also blessed the newly built Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto and statue in the seminary compound. May this holy place be a source of prayer, hope and peace for everyone who visits and may Our Lady of Lourdes continue to guide and protect our seminary family.

Here are some memorable moments from the Festive Holy Mass. May the prayers and example of St. Joseph Vaz inspire us to follow Christ with faith, humility, and love.

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Diocese of Trincomalee

01/07/2026

Indoor Games Competition

Here are some moments captured during the Indoor Games Competition as part of our Annual Seminary Feast celebrations. A joyful time of fraternity, teamwork & friendly competition

17/05/2026

The Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord

“Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations.”
— Matthew 28:19

As Christ ascends into glory, He sends us forth with faith, hope, and mission. May we carry His love to the world and remember His promise: “I am with you always.”

Have a Blessed Feast of the Ascension of the Lord to you all.

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14/05/2026

“Vocation is a sacred calling from God, inviting each of us to walk a unique path of service, love, and holiness in Christ.”

Every vocation begins with a listening heart and a willingness to follow God’s plan with faith and courage. The Lord continues to call young men and women to serve His people and to become witnesses of His love in the world.

May we continue to pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life, that more hearts may respond generously to the voice of Christ.

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12/05/2026

“Come and See” Vocation Discernment Weekend 2026
THIRD DAY HIGHLIGHTS

During the third and final day of the programme, the participants gathered for Morning Prayer and Holy Mass celebrated by Very Rev. Fr. Robinson Paul the Vicar General of the Diocese. It was followed by awarding certificates to all the participants.

After the Breakfast an inspiring session on “Following Christ in Today’s World and the Life of a Priest” conducted by Rev. Fr. X.I. Rajeeva.
The day also included a beautiful sharing by the Rector on “How I Felt God’s Call this Weekend,” encouraging the young participants to open their hearts to God’s invitation.

The programme concluded with the lunch and the souvenirs were presented to all participants as a remembrance of their participation in this vocation programme before their departure.

These days became a beautiful experience of faith, friendship, discernment, and spiritual growth for all who participated.

Let us continue to pray for these young men, that they may courageously respond to God’s call and be guided by the Holy Spirit in their vocation journey.

We will continue to keep in touch with these young participants and accompany them in their vocation journey, helping them to prayerfully discern and respond to God’s loving call in their lives.

Here we are sharing some special photos from the final day of this blessed vocation programme.

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10/05/2026

"COME AND SEE" VOCATION DISCERNMENT WEEKEND - May 2026
- First & Second Day Highlights -

We joyfully concluded our “Come and See” Vocation Discernment Weekend, held from 8 to 10 May 2026 at our beloved St. Joseph Vaz Minor Seminary.

A group of 32 young participants joined us for these grace-filled days to prayerfully listen to the voice of God and discern His loving call.

During the first and second days of the programme, the participants experienced moments of prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, Holy Mass, spiritual talks, sharing sessions with priests and seminarians, fellowship, games, and joyful community life.

Through inspiring sessions such as “What is a Vocation and the Joy of Serving God” by Rev. Fr. Atputha SJ, “Discerning God’s Call” by Rev. Fr. Emerson Ragel, and “Priesthood Today – A Call to Serve” by Rev. Fr. Dunstan, the boys were encouraged to reflect deeply on their relationship with Christ and the joy of serving His people.

These days became a beautiful experience of faith, friendship, discernment, and spiritual growth for all who participated.

Here we are sharing some special moments and photos from the first and second days of this blessed vocation programme.

📸 Photos from the third & final day of the programme will be shared tomorrow.

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