“Come and See” Weekend of Discovery Retreat Set for November 6 to 8, 2026 - Byzantine Catholic Seminary of Saints Cyril and Methodius

"Come and See" Weekend of Discovery Retreat 2026

To be a priest… Don’t you have to give up everything- your family, your friends, the things you enjoy? Don’t you have to be super holy, super smart, or somehow “different”? Our “Come and See” weekend can help you in your discernment of a priestly vocation.

Every young man must eventually make some hard decisions- college, career, marriage, family, religious life. How do I know what’s right? Does God care what I decide? If you’ve ever thought about the priesthood, it’s worth taking a weekend to learn how to listen to God’s plans for your future. The Byzantine Catholic seminary of Saints Cyril and Methodius is hosting a come and see weekend retreat for men ages 18 to 35 who may be considering a vocation to the priesthood in the Byzantine Catholic Church. The event runs from 5:00 PM (EST) on Friday evening 6 November through 4:00 PM EST on Sunday afternoon, 8 November 2026 at the Seminary (3605 Perrysville Avenue) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The weekend retreat is free of charge, and it includes sharing liturgical worship services and meals with the Seminary community, an introduction to the Seminary’s Program of Priestly Formation, a tour of the Seminary, gatherings with the seminarians, talks, and a panel discussion. The retreat is conducted in a “no pressure – no hard sell” environment. The atmosphere is prayerful, positive, and fraternal.

Any man seeking further information or wishing to register for this come and see weekend retreat of discovery is encouraged to contact his vocations director and use the online registration form below. In addition to a completed application, a letter from one’s pastor attesting to your maturity, participation in your Byzantine Catholic parish, and your active discernment of the priesthood will also be required.

The deadline for registration is October 16, 2026.

Come and See Fall 2026 Application

Please complete this form to apply no later than October 16th. In addition, a letter from your pastor or vocations director which attests to your maturity, active membership and participation in your Byzantine Catholic parish, and your previous discussion and discernment with him concerning your priestly vocation is required. This letter must also be received no later than October 16th as well if your application is to be accepted. The letter can be mailed to the Seminary (Attn: rector) or emailed (in a PDF) form to rector@bcs.edu.

Name
First Middle Last
Prefer to be called
Mailing Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Date of Birth
Phone (Primary)
Phone (Secondary)
Phone (Emergency Contact)
Email Address (must be an active email address – confirmations and other necessary communications are handled via email)
Home parish (including city)
Years/Months attending this parish
Jurisdiction (e.g. Ruthenian, Romanian, Melkite):
Pastor's Name
Vocation Director's Name
Indicate who gives his blessing for you to attend this year’s “Come and See” at the Byzantine Catholic Seminary (response required for attendance)*
Marital Status
School
If in school, please give the name of your school and current class (i.e. Freshman, Sophomore, Graduate, etc.)
Employment
If working, give your current position and last year of school completed.
Health / Medical
Are there any special concerns regarding your health or medical history? Will there be limitations to the activities in which you can function during the retreat? If yes, please explain.
Any medically necessary dietary restrictions?
How did you learn about the “Come and See” program?*
If applicable, who recommended that you attend the “Come and See” program?
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