We are sorry, but registration is closed for “Come and See” 2017 and we are unable to accept new registrations.
We hope you might be able to join us next year.
WHO
Invited to the “Come and See” Weekend of Discovery are men, ages 18 to 35, single or married, who may be considering a vocation to the priesthood in the Byzantine Catholic Church. It is important to note that the retreat is conducted in a “no pressure, no hard-sell” environment. The atmosphere is prayerful, positive, and fraternal.
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WHY
Every young man eventually has to make some hard decisions – college, career, marriage, family, religious life. How do I know what’s right? Does God care what I decide?
Maybe people have suggested that you check out the Seminary. Perhaps they see in you a person who loves God, loves people, and has the potential to be a priest.
Maybe you’ve caught yourself thinking about the priesthood at church on Sunday, in your personal prayers, or wherever.
Maybe you’ve thought to yourself: Will I have to give up everything – my family, my friends, the things I enjoy? Must I be super holy, super smart, or somehow “different?” Anyway, how would I know if God is calling me?
“Come and See” will help you answer these questions as you witness a seminarian’s life of prayer, labor, and joy!
WHAT
“Come and See” is a retreat weekend hosted by the Byzantine Catholic Seminary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The retreat includes sharing liturgical services and meals with the Seminary community, an introduction to the Seminary formation program, a tour of the Seminary, gatherings with the seminarians, talks, and a panel discussion.
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WHEN
Friday evening (5:00 PM), November 3, 2017 through Sunday afternoon (3:30 PM), November 5, 2017. Those able to arrive on Friday morning (by 10 AM, no earlier than 8 AM) or Friday afternoon (by 1:30 PM) will be welcome to sit in on Seminary courses.
WHERE
Byzantine Catholic Seminary of Saints Cyril and Methodius
3605 Perrysville Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15214
412-321-8383
office@bcs.edu
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HOW
Only men who register online (see the form below) by October 19th will be eligible for attendance at “Come and See.” An e-mail confirmation from the Rector’s Office must be received in order to attend.
All guests will be accommodated in private rooms, with shared restroom facilities. The Seminary will supply bedding and towels. Please bring personal toiletry items, a change of casual clothes, changes of underclothing, athletic clothing for gymnasium activity, a jacket, and clothes for Divine Liturgy including long pants, button down shirt, and tie.
Please come with all electronic devices turned off!
TUITION
Free! There is no charge for the retreat, meals, and lodging.
TRANSPORT
Retreat participants are responsible for the arrangements of and expenses for their transportation to Pittsburgh. Eparchial Vocations Offices may have scholarships or grants available for travel to this event, so please inform your Vocations Director and Pastor of your plans to attend. Vehicle transportation from the Pittsburgh airport or train and bus stations and back will be arranged as indicated on the registration form. Airport or station arrivals should be by 3:30 PM on Friday, November 3rd if possible. Departures are to be scheduled after 5:30 PM on Sunday, November 5th.