You Can’t Build Without a Base: The Vital Role of the Propaedeutic Stage
At Maradjao Magbalantay College Seminary, propaedeutic seminarians embark on a vital journey of spiritual, human, and intellectual formation that lays the groundwork for their vocation. Far from being a mere preparatory phase, the propaedeutic year serves as the cornerstone for a life dedicated to service in the priesthood. Here, young men are invited to deepen their relationship with Christ, cultivate habits of prayer and discipline, and reflect seriously on their calling—all within a nurturing environment rooted in the seminary’s values of faith, humility, and mission. In a world of noise and distraction, this stage offers a sacred pause: a time to listen, discern, and allow God to shape not only future ministers, but men of deep conviction and character. The propaedeutic formation at Maradjao Magbalantay doesn’t just prepare seminarians for theology—it prepares them for a lifetime of faithful witness.
The Two-Day Prayer Workshop with Sr. Angela Decujos, OSB
Sr. Angela Dejucos, OSB facilitating the two-day Prayer Workshop of our Propaedeutic seminarians! For propaedeutic seminarians, prayer becomes more than just a routine—it becomes a lifeline. In the quiet moments of the chapel or the stillness of early morning, they begin to truly talk to God, sometimes with joy, sometimes with questions, and often just with honesty. It’s in these moments that they slowly realize: before they can help others find God, they need to find Him for themselves. Prayer helps them stay grounded, especially on hard days. It reminds them why they said yes in the first place. It’s not about perfect words—it’s about showing up, heart open, day by day.
Rev.Fr. Gun Real Omega, DCS facilitating ‘Journal Writing Workshop’ with our Propaedeutic Seminarians.
GATHERINGS
Sr. Carmel C. Legaspi, SSpS facilitating the 1st Monthly Integration Orientation of our Propaedeutic seminarians.
